UTT: Consistency is the key, feels Maharashtra United coach

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:54 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 12 (ANI): Inching closer to the opening day of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) slated for July 13 start at the Nehru Stadium in Chennai, the 18-day extravaganza features DHFL Maharashtra United among strong contenders for the title.

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U.S. condemns 'reprehensible' Amarnath Yatra terror attack

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:49 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 12 (ANI): The United States has condemned the terror attack targeting a bus of the Amarnath pilgrims in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir in which seven pilgrims lost their lives and 15 others were injured.

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Delhi HC to hear plea seeking SIT probe in Sunanda Pushkar's death

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 12(ANI): The Delhi High Court will today hear a plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy seeking a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into Sunanda Pushkar's mysterious death.

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U.S., Qatar ink MoU on combating terror financing

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:46 IST

Doha [UAE], July 12 (ANI): The United States and Qatar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on combating financing terrorism collectively.

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SC to continue hearing in Cauvery water dispute

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 12(ANI): The Supreme Court will on Wednesday continue hearing the Cauvery water dispute involving the tussle between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

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SC to hear states' petitions on highway liquor ban

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 02:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 12(ANI): The Supreme Court will on Wednesday hear various petitions by several states seeking clarification on its order banning sale of liquor along national and state highways.

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Mithali Raj on verge of run-scoring record

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:44 IST

London [UK], July 12 (ANI): Indian captain Mithali Raj is within touching distance of Charlotte Edwards' record for the most runs in women's ODI cricket.

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Venus Williams becomes oldest Wimbledon semi-finalist

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:41 IST

London [UK], July 12 (ANI): Venus Williams added another chapter of achievement to her professional history as she became the oldest Wimbledon semi-finalist for 23 years after fending off French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko on Tuesday.

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Bengaluru FC sign Spanish midfielder Dimas Delgado

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:37 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 12 (ANI): Bengaluru FC have completed the signing of experienced Spanish midfielder Dimas Delgado, thus strengthening their squad ahead of the 2017-18 season.

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Mahagathbandhan is unbreakable: RJD

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:37 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 12(ANI): The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Tuesday confirmed that the 'mahagathbandhan' (grand alliance) in Bihar will continue, asserting that it is 'unbreakable'.

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Trump applauds his eldest son's transparency, calls him 'high-quality person'

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:30 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 12 (ANI): Defending his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., who has been caught at the centre of the controversy surrounding Russian meddling in the 2016 elections, United States President Donald Trump has called the former a high-quality person and also applauded his transparency.

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Dottin's maiden ODI century inspires Windies to second win in Women's WC

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:30 IST

Leicester [UK], July 12 (ANI): Deandra Dottin smashed the fastest century by a West Indies batter in ODIs to secure her team a second win at the ongoing Women's World Cup, by 19 runs over Pakistan on the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method at the Grace Road Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

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Kannur: Nine CPI (M) workers injured in bomb attack

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 01:06 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], July 12(ANI): At least nine CPI (M) workers were injured in a bomb attack in Kakkampara near Ramanthali in Kannur district on Tuesday.

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Dharmendra Pradhan holds bilateral talks with Turkish Energy Minister

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 00:55 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 12 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan held bilateral talks with Turkish Energy Minister Berat Albayrak on Tuesday, during which issues of bilateral energy cooperation, including renewable energy were discussed.

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Stars descend for IIFA Awards in New York

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 00:53 IST

New York [USA], July 12 (ANI): With just days left for the 2017 IIFA Awards, Bollywood stars have started descending in New York City which will host the 18th edition of the extravaganza.

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16 dead in military plane crash in Mississippi

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 00:24 IST

Mississippi [United States], July 12 (ANI): At least 16 military service members were killed after a Marine Corps plane, that was being used on a training flight, crashed in Mississippi on Monday, a Marine Corps spokesman said on Tuesday.

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Angelo Mathews steps down as Sri Lanka skipper

Updated: Jul 12, 2017 00:23 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 12 (ANI): Angelo Mathews has stepped down as Sri Lanka skipper from all three formats of the game.

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Lonwabo Tsotsobe handed eight-year ban for corruption

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 23:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 11 (ANI): Former Proteas bowler Lonwabo Tsotsobe, who was once ranked the No.1 ODI bowler, has been banned for eight years by Cricket South Africa (CSA) for his role in the 2015 corruption case during the Ram Slam, South Africa's domestic T20 competition.

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India heavily investing in its gas distribution network: Dharmendra Pradhan

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 23:40 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 11 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said that India has invested heavily in its gas distribution network adding that in next five years, 15,000 km would be added to it.

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Afghanistan President condemns Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 23:34 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI): Afghanistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the terror attack targetting a bus of the Amarnath pilgrims in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Terrorists would have been killed, if they were carrying beef: Thackeray on Amarnath attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 23:28 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 11 (ANI): Taking a dig at the recent episodes of lynching in the name of cow protection across the nation, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray hit out at the Centre over the recent terror attack on the Amarnath pilgrims and said none of the terrorists would have been left alive, had they been carrying beef.

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Trump Jr. releases email chain about Russia meeting

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 23:01 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 11(ANI): United States President Donald Trump's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., who has been caught at the centre of the controversy surrounding Russian meddling in the 2016 elections, on Tuesday released an email chain that shows him discussing plans to hear damaging information on Hillary Clinton that were described as "part of Russia and its government's support for Donald Trump."

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Sushma raises concern over safety of abducted Indian priest with Yemen Minister

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj raised the issue of the safety and release of Indian priest Father Tom Uzhunnalil, who was kidnapped in April 2016 from Aden, during her talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Yemen Abdulmalik Abduljalil Al-Mekhlafi and reiterated the request for continued assistance from the Yemeni authorities in securing his safe and early release.

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BCCI acting president confirms Shastri as head coach, Dravid as overseas batting coach

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:42 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president C.K. Khanna has finally confirmed that former Indian all-rounder and team director Ravi Shastri has been appointed as the new head coach of the country's cricket team.

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Chhattisgarh Govt. makes changes in administration

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:42 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 11 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh Government on Tuesday reshuffled the positions of seven IAS officers, while other 11 IPS officers have been transferred.

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Shopian Police arrests three accused in attempt of bank robbery, weapon snatching

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:42 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 11 (ANI): The Shopian Police has arrested three accused on Tuesday involved in the attempt of bank robbery and weapon snatching that took place earlier at Jammu and Kashmir Bank of Imam Sahab area.

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China dispatches ships, PLA troops to set up base in Djibouti

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:30 IST

Beijing [China], July 11 (ANI): China has dispatched military ships and members of its People's Liberation Army to Africa's nation of Djibouti to establish Beijing's first overseas military base.

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'Lipstick Under My Burkha' director reveals idea behind the title

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:27 IST

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BCCI acting president finally confirms Ravi Shastri as head coach

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:27 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president C.K. Khanna has finally confirmed that former Indian all-rounder and team director Ravi Shastri has been appointed as the new head coach of the country's cricket team.

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Misa Bharti questioned for eight hours in connection with alleged money laundering case

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti was questioned for around eight hours on Tuesday by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in connection with the alleged money laundering of Rs. 8,000 crore.

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Nadda launches new family planning initiative on World Population Day

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 22:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda on Tuesday launched a new family planning initiative on the World Population Day at an event organised by the Jansankhya Sthirita Kosh (JSK).

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Japan promotes tradition, modern technology

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 21:49 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 11 (ANI): The delicacy of Japanese cuisine has been sweeping the world. Japanese people are healthy, and taste- and hospitality-minded. Their cuisine attracts people from all over the world.

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U.S. tests THAAD missile defence, shoots down 1st IRBM over Alaska

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 21:49 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 11 (ANI): The United States on Tuesday announced the successful test of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-missile system by shooting down an intermediate-range ballistic missile over the Pacific Ocean, thus increasing tensions between the U.S. and North Korea.

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Political parties should not politicise Amarnath terror attack, says MoS Jitendra Singh

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 21:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 11 (ANI): Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday urged various political parties to not politicise the recent terror attack on the Amarnath pilgrims.

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Amarnath terror attack: J-K Dy. CM Nirmal Singh chairs review meeting on security arrangements

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 20:46 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], July 11 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Tuesday chaired a review meeting on security arrangements after yesterday's Amarnath terror attack and announced ex-gratia of Rs. 6 lakh to those who lost their lives, Rs. 2 lakh to those who are severely injured and Rs. 1 lakh to mildly injured people.

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As always, Congress is standing in favour of the corrupt: BJP on Tejashwi Yadav

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 20:28 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 11 (ANI): Amid controversies surrounding Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's family, and his son and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday accused the Congress of supporting and standing in favour of the corrupt.

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Punjabi folk singer Satinder Sartaaj enthralls Sufi lovers in Delhi

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 20:28 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Punjabi folk singer Satinder Sartaaj, who won zillion hearts with his devotional song 'Sai', enthralled the audience with his soulful voice, here on Sunday, at Siri Fort Auditorium. Having performed across the globe, the 35-year-old singer created a mystical night with his power-packed performances.

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Amarnath terror attack: Antony tears into Centre over security in J-K

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi [India] July 11 (ANI): Former defence minister A.K. Antony on Tuesday, while commenting on the Amarnath terror attack, said that the government must explain why such an incident happened when there were security forces deployed everywhere.

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Royal Opera House Muscat all set for its seventh season

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi (India), July 11 (ANI): The Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM), Oman's premier venue for musical arts and culture, has announced its performances scheduled for the forthcoming season - 2017-2018: A Legendary Season.

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JD(U) wants 'accused' to come forward, prove their innocence

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:33 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 11 (ANI): With the growing demand of Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Tejashwi Yadav's resignation following the corruption charges levelled against him, the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) on Tuesday asserted that it hoped the "accused come forward and provide evidence to prove their innocence."

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Trump attacks Democrats on twitter for obstructing nominees

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:28 IST

New York [U.S.A], July 11 (ANI):President Donald Trump on Tuesday has accused Senate Democrats for obstructing and failing to confirm his nominees.

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France condemns Amarnath terror attack, assures strategic support to India

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:28 IST

Paris[France], July 11 (ANI): France on Tuesday condemned the 10th July terror attack on Hindu pilgrims who were travelling to the Amarnath shrine in Jammu and Kashmir.

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After producing 'Jagga Jasoos,' Ranbir Kapoor is all set to don director's hat!

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Bollywood's chocolate boy, Ranbir Kapoor, who is known for his acting skills and has recently donned a producer's hat with his upcoming flick 'Jagga Jasoos,' believes he won't be continuing as a producer as he has realised that this is not something he wants to do.

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Opposition unanimously proposed Gopal Krishna Gandhi for vice-president: TMC

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday said that Mahatma Gandhi's grandson Gopalkrishna Gandhi was proposed and endorsed by the Opposition parties unanimously for the vice-presidential election.

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ISIS leader Baghdadi dead

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:09 IST

Baghdad [Iraq], July 11 (ANI): The ISIS terror group has finally admitted that their chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead.

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Vaidya not being shocked over Amarnath terror attack is tragic: Sushil Pandit

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 19:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): After Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideologue M.G. Vaidya today said that he wasn't shocked over the Amarnath terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir activist Sushil Pandit said that it's the biggest tragedy if the situation does not apall him.

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BCCI won't reveal it yet: Acting secy says final decision on head coach not taken

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday said that the final decision on the head coach for the Indian Cricket team has not been taken as yet, denying earlier reports that cited that former Indian all-rounder and team director Ravi Shastri had replaced Anil Kumble.

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SYL issue: INLD accuses Centre of trying to delay SC's order

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): As the Supreme Court today told the governments of Punjab and Haryana to first build the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal before bringing their respective points of view and challenges on the vexed issue before it, the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) alleged that the Central government is trying to delay the top court's orders.

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Remy martin announces launch of worldwide Microsoft hololens

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Pursuing its constant quest for innovation, Remy Martin is all set to launch a global brand mixed reality experience for consumers using Microsoft HoloLens.

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Mamata corners Centre over Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

East Midnapur (West Bengal) [India], July 11 (ANI): Cornering the Central Government over failing to control the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra-led Government of creating unrest in the country.

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Sushma, Yemen's Deputy PM hold delegation level talks

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India] , July 11 (ANI) : External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held delegation level talks with Deputy Prime Minister and and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Yemen Abdulmalik Abduljalil Al-Mekhlafi at Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday on issues ranging from strengthening bilateral ties to the safety of Indians living in the strife-torn Arab country.

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Mia Sheroes summit 2017 flags off in association with Klay prep schools and daycares, Medela and Paytm

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Technology is changing professional opportunities in an extraordinary way. In fact, it is ensuring a sustainable work-life balance for women who are unable to be a part of a full-time organization as well as for those relying on self-employment.

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Sunil's like brother, can come back whenever he wants: Kapil Sharma

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi (India), July 11 (ANI): With his fight with Sunil Grover still hitting the headlines, Kapil Sharma stepped forward to brush off the situation and give some interesting details about the original episode.

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Will discuss Tejashwi Yadav again after four days: JD(U)

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): In the wake of the controversies surrounding Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's family and most importantly, son and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, the Janta Dal (United) (JD(U)) said that the discussions on the latter's fate would be held after four days.

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There is no room for complacency: Constantine to India U-23 squad

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): A day before India's U-23 football team gear up to face Singapore U-23 in the second International Friendly in a span of three days, National Coach Stephen Constantine, presently in charge of India's U-23 campaign, feels there is "no room for complacency."

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Katrina is every actor's lucky charm: Ranbir Kapoor

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Bollywood's very own 'Rockstar' Ranbir Kapoor, who was in the national capital along with the utterly gorgeous Katrina Kaif, believes Katrina is every actor's lucky charm.

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Mark Taylor confident Test tours will go ahead despite pay dispute

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:22 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 11 (ANI): While the pay talks between Cricket Australia and Australian Cricket Association (ACA ) continues, former skipper and serving board director Mark Taylor has expressed confidence that the coming summer's Ashes series as well as the scheduled tour to Bangladesh will go according to the plan.

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32-year-old successfully undergoes bilateral Total Knee Replacement Surgery

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Marked as the world's youngest bilateral Total Knee Replacement surgery, a 32-year-old privately employed young lady from Uran was suffering from bilateral Knee Osteoarthritis secondary to Ankylosing Spondylitis.

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Amid gloom in IT sector, ATCS expands India operations

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): At a time, when IT companies are laying off employees, ATCS, a multinational business consulting firm has not only expanded its operations in India, is recruiting new staff and has set up its first Innovation Lab here too.

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Supreme Court refuses to hear Intervention Applications in liquor ban case

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court has refused to hear all private Intervention Applications (IAs) in the liquor ban case.

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Ravi Shastri appointed Indian cricket team's new head coach

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:09 IST

Mumbai [India], July 11 (ANI): Former Indian all-rounder and team director Ravi Shastri has been appointed as the new head coach of the country's cricket team, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed here on Tuesday.

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Amarnath terror attack: Shiv Sena tears into Centre, says action, not condemnation, needed

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:09 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 11 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Tuesday tore into the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government at the Centre for the recent terror attack on the Amarnath Pilgrims and said nothing would happen by just condemning the incident, and that a stringent action needs to be taken against Pakistan and various terror outfits.

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Myanmar should provide citizenship to Rohingya Muslims:UNHCR

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:09 IST

Dhakar [Bangladesh], July11 (ANI):After visiting two refugee camps in Cox's Bazar on the south-east coast, where hundreds of thousands of Rohingya Muslims are living in camps, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi has observed that granting citizenship to Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar is a lasting solution to the Rohingya crisis.

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Salasar Techno Engineering Ltd. to enter capital markets

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI-NewsVoir): ISO 9001: 2015, 14001: 2015 OHSAS 18001: 2007 certified, Salasar Techno Engineering Ltd. an Indian Infrastructure company that provides customised steel fabrication solutions to Indian market, is entering the capital market with a Public Issue of 3,321,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 10 each for cash at a price of Rs. 108 per equity share (including share premium of Rs. 98 per equity share) aggregating Rs. 35.86 crore.

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Wrong to view terrorist activities on basis of religion: Owaisi on Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:53 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 11 (ANI): All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday condemned the Amarnath terror attack and asserted that it will be wrong to view any terrorist activity on the basis of religion.

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Inside Edge receives rave reviews!

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): After immense anticipation Excel Media & Entertainment and Amazon Prime Video's 'Inside Edge' has been finally released.

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IIFA 2017: Dia Mirza, Taapsee Pannu to turn showstoppers for Myntra

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): During the upcoming International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrations, a fashion show is all set to add some pizzazz to New York's Times Square.

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Is the fashion world embracing curves?

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Fashion has come a long way, but in all the years of its flashy existence, this world had a dyed-in-the-wool image of depicting slender and tall as "beauty."

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Maisie Williams claims social media has created kindest generation

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:35 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): While every celebrity claims that social media has ruined their privacy or has given strength to trolls, 'Game of Thrones' star Maisie Williams feels exactly the opposite.

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No GST on food supplied by religious institutions, clarifies Finance Ministry

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Dismissing media reports circulating about taxes levied on free food supplied in anna kshetras run by religious institutions under the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Finance Ministry clarified that such food will not attract any charges.

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Amarnath terror attack: Swamy bats for Presidential rule in J-K

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Condemning the recent barbaric terror attack in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday said that it was time that the civilian government in the state got dismissed.

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Bangladesh PM writes to PM Modi, condemns Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and condemn the dastardly Amarnath terror attack.

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Bangladesh Air Force plane crashes in Chittagong

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:17 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], July 11 (ANI):A training plane of the Bangladesh Air Force has crashed in Foridarghunia area under Lohagara upazila of Chittagong district.

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Philander declared match fit for Trent Bridge Test

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:16 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 11 (ANI):South Africa have received a major boost with pacer Vernon Philander being declared fit for the second Test of the four-match series against England, beginning Friday at Trent Bridge.

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India only country where energy demand will continue to rise: Pradhan

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:12 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 11 (ANI): Addressing the ministerial session on 'Current Economic Strategies in the Indian Oil and Gas Sector' and a plenary session on 'Supply and Demand Challenges for Oil, Gas and Products' at the t the 22nd World Petroleum Congress here, Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan said Monday that India would be the only country for the next decade or more where the demand for energy would not subside, but continue to rise.

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TN Police seize 500 kg of endangered sea cucumber

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:09 IST

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 11 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu Police on Tuesday seized 500 kilograms of endangered sea cucumber from Rameswaram-Pudu road forest area.

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U.S. Govt. to end search for new FBI headquarters

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:07 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], July 11 (ANI): The United States Government will reportedly be ending its years-long search for a new headquarters for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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Oracle ERP Cloud emerges frontrunner in 2017 research report

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Computer technology corporation Oracle on Tuesday was regarded as the Leader in Gartner's 2017 "Magic Quadrant for Cloud Core Financial Management Suites for Midsize, Large and Global Enterprises" research report.

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Amarnath Yatra symbol of 'Kashmiriyat', attack on it condemnable: Centre

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai [India], July 11 (ANI): The Centre on Tuesday dubbed the Amarnath Yatra as a symbol of 'Kashmiriyat', further stating that the cowardly act, in which a bus carrying pilgrims was attacked by terrorists, is condemnable.

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Pakistan panic over Afghanistan's operation along Durand Line

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:54 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 11 (ANI) :The Afghanistan has said that Pakistan government is in panic and concerned over the military operations to be launched along and on both sides of Durand Line to eliminate various terrorist groups from the region,

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Saugata Roy summoned by CBI in Narada sting case

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy was summoned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday in connection with the Narada sting case.

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Felicity Jones' next 'Swan Lake' falls under Universal's banner

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi (India), July 11 (ANI): 'Star wars: Rogue One' star, Felicity Jones will be starring next in Universal's project, 'Swan Lake,' which is an inspired project from the classical ballet.

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Now Govt. wants PPP model to increase mining exploration

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Power, Coal, New & Renewable Energy and Mines Piyush Goyal on Tuesday suggested introduction of a PPP model for giving a fillip to mineral exploration in the country.

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Actor Dileep expelled from AMMA membership

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:49 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 11 (ANI): Actor Dileep has been expelled from the primary membership of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists after being arrested in the Malayalam actress abduction and molestation case. He has been sent to 14-day judicial custody, starting from Tuesday.

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U.S. condemns Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The United States on Tuesday condemned the Monday's terrorist attack on the bus carrying Amarnath pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag District, which killed at least seven and injured several others.

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Yechury questions govt's inaction despite intelligence inputs

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India] July 11 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday said that the Central Government needs to answer that how despite of intelligence inputs Amarnath terror attack took place.

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L&T Technology Services, PTC unveil industry 4.0 center of excellence

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): PTC and L&T Technology Services Limited on Tuesday announced the opening of a Center of Excellence (CoE) focused on Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) innovation at LTTS' office in Bangalore, India.

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International community condemns Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The International community on Tuesday condemned the terrorist attack on the bus carrying Amarnath pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag District, which killed at least seven and injured several others yesterday.

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The Institute for Human Development organizes round table with industry experts

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Institute for Human Development, with support from the International Labour Organisation, organized a roundtable on Universal Basic Income: Emerging Perspectives on 10 July 2017.

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Smartron, Chhattisgarh Govt. sign MoU to incorporate smart technologies in state

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Smartron, a global technology OEM and IoT brand on Tuesday signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the state government of Chhattisgarh to invest in opening up multiple areas of opportunities in the space of smart health, infrastructure, education, and home amongst others in the state.

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Contraception methods: myths and misconceptions

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): One of the basic human necessities, but ataboo subject in India, is sex.

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Businesses confident about keeping hackers at bay, unsure of data safety

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): As per the findings conducted by Gemalto in its fourth-annual Data Security Confidence Index released on Tuesday, the companies are under investing in technology that adequately protect their business.

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Sharif holds top-level meeting to weigh options following JIT report

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:33 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 11 (ANI): Following the damning Panamagate joint investigation team (JIT) report, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday held a top-level low-key meeting at his house where Punjab Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif, federal ministers and other party aides, including his legal team members were in attendance.

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NGT directs total ban on 'manja' made of nylon, non-biodegradable material

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Tuesday imposed a complete ban on 'manja' (kite string) made of nylon or any non-biodegradable material, which is used for flying kites.

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Captain Kohli to be consulted over coach selection, reiterates Ganguly

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:32 IST

Mumbai [India], July 11 (ANI): Sourav Ganguly, a member of the three-man Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), which is overseeing the interview process of India's head coach, on Tuesday reiterated that they would keep skipper Virat Kohli in the loop before reaching any conclusion.

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Ericsson launches network services for massive IoT

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): As the first commercial Internet of Things (IoT) networks are being introduced, Ericsson on Tuesday complemented its cellular IoT software and IoT Accelerator offerings with a complete set of network services.

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Johnny Depp's outrageous spending habits aren't relevant in his legal battle

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:31 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 11 (ANI): A Los Angeles court judge has ruled that Johnny Depp's spending, which at one time totaled up to two million USD a month, is not relevant in the current legal battle he has with his ex-business mangers.

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Nelsan Ellis` family reveals circumstances of 'True Blood's actor death

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:20 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 11 (ANI): Nelsan Ellis, the star of HBO's 'True Blood' dief of heart failure as a result of alcohol withdrawal complications, according to a statement issued by Nelsan's family.

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Manipulating cells may help in treating Parkinson's disease

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 11 (ANI): According to recent study, advancements in materials from this study could potentially help patients requiring stem cell therapies for spinal cord injuries, stroke, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, arthritic joints or any other condition requiring tissue regeneration.

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God gave me the strength to fight such a situation: Bus driver of Amarnath pilgrims

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:05 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 11 (ANI): God gave me the strength to fight the terrorists, said bus driver Salim Sheikh, whose vehicle came under attack in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday night.

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OYO launches 'Big Rain Gain Sale' for most popular holiday destinations

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): OYO, India's largest hospitality company, has announced the 'Big Rain Gain Sale' in 42 holiday destinations in India. Hotels start at Rs. 799 in 25 cities, while hotels are available for Rs. 999 in all 42 cities.

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Blood vessels are not designed to fight infections: Study

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 11 (ANI): In a recent study, group of scientists have found that endothelial cells are vulnerable to bacterial infection because they lack certain immune machinery common in other cells.

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Gujarat Government announces Rs. 10 lakh ex-gratia for Anantnag terror attack victims

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 14:00 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 11 (ANI): The Gujarat Government on Tuesday announced Rs. 10 lakh to each of the families of those people from Gujarat who had lost their lives in Monday's terror attack in Anantnag and Rs. 2 lakh to the families of those injured.

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Uttar Pradesh budget kicks off with total outlay of over Rs. 384 K crore

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:59 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 11 (ANI): The Yogi Adityanath Government presented its first annual budget for Uttar Pradesh today with a total outlay of Rs. 3,84,659 crore.

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CSS Corp ranked as leader in multi-channel customer management services for 2017 by NelsonHall

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI-BusinessWire India): CSS Corp, a leading IT services and technology support company on Tuesday announced that it has been recognised as a 'Leader' by the global research and advisory firm NelsonHall, in its latest NEAT report for Multi-Channel Customer Management Services (CMS).

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Delhi Govt. seeks setting of five-judge constitution bench on issue of admin head

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Delhi government on Tuesday sought an early hearing in the Supreme Court of setting up of five-judge constitution bench to decide the issue whether the Lieutenant Governor is the administration head of it or not.

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Drinking more coffee can lead to a longer life

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:54 IST

New York [USA], July 11 (ANI): Coffee lovers, rejoice! We have some happy news for you.

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BJP condemns Anantnag terror attack, pays condolences

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday condemned Monday's terror attack in Anantnag and paid their condolences to the families of the deceased.

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Renowned cartoonist Mangesh Tendulkar passes away

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Renowned cartoonist Mangesh Tendulkar passed away after illness, last night in Pune. He was 83-years-old.

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Mamata congratulates Gopal Gandhi on being opposition's vice presidential nominee

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:46 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 11 (ANI): Congratulating former West Bengal Governor Gopal Krishna Gandhi for being the unanimous choice of all opposition parties for the post of vice president, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said "his credentials are his biggest asset".

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Anantnag terror strike highlights security flaws: Ex-J-K DGP Khajuria

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:45 IST

Bengaluru [India], July 11 (ANI): Former Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir M M Khajuria said Tuesday that terror-related incidents like the one that had taken place on Monday in Anantnag clearly pointed to there being certain flaws in the security apparatus.

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Holocaust survivors experience elevated risk of cancer: Study

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 11 (ANI): According to a new study, the survivors of the Holocaust experience a small but consistent increase in the risk of developing cancer.

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Casio's new G-SHOCK built in with Analog Chronograph, Iconic Dial Indicator

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Casio Computer Co., Ltd., on Tuesday announced the launch of the latest additions to the G-STEEL series of watches that feature a layer guard structure combining different materials.

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Kaspersky highlights connect between cyber attacks on South Korean military, ATM theft

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Kaspersky Lab researchers on Monday established a connect between a 2016 cyber espionage attack on South Korea's defense agency and a subsequent attack that infected 60 ATMs and stole the data from over 2,000 credit cards.

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Cow slaughter ban: SC upholds Madras High Court`s stay

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court, while hearing a matter on a cow slaughter ban, said that Madras High Court's stay on the government's notification banning the sale of cattle for slaughter at animal markets is operational.

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Kyocera ventures into solar energy sector in Thailand

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:23 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 11 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation on Tuesday announced its plans to venture into the solar energy segment Kyocera Corporation is expanding its solar energy business in Thailand, with plans to increase sales in the country by 2.5 times during the year ending March 31, 2018 compared with the previous year.

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Opposition picks Gopal Krishna Gandhi as its vice presidential nominee

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The opposition has picked former IAS officer and former Governor of West Bengal Gopal Krishna Gandhi as its candidate for the post of vice president.

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U.S. not withdrawing from world, it is seeking better deals: Jaishankar

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:22 IST

Singapore City [Singapore], July 11 (ANI): Deliberating on United States' changing global strategic approach, Indian Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar said that Washington is not 'withdrawing' as is being widely speculated, but is instead seeking to negotiate a better deal.

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Karan Singh bats for President's rule in Kashmir

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Veteran Congress leader Karan Singh on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir needs to be put under President's Rule as the BJP-PDP state government has not been able to combat terrorism in the region effectively.

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India sees Japan as its special strategic partner: Jaishankar

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:08 IST

Singapore City [Singapore], July 11 (ANI): Japan has steadily emerged as a special strategic partner of India and is committed to its infrastructure modernisation, Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar said Tuesday.

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Hindus are insecure in valley where Kashmiri Pandits could not live: RSS

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:08 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India] July 11 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideologue M.G. Vaidya on Tuesday said that in a place where Kashmiri Pandits could not live, there Hindus are certainly living an insecure life.

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I salute Kashmiris for condemning Amarnath terror attack: HM Rajnath

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday saluted all sections of society of Jammu and Kashmir for unanimously condemning the terrorist attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.

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Centre should take stringent measure to ensure safety of Amarnath pilgrims: Farooq Abdullah

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday urged the Centre to take stringent measures to ensure the security of all Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.

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Vaani Kapoor stuns on mag cover

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Hold your breath guys, as Vaani Kapoor is all set to raise the temperature with the latest issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine.

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John Oliver joins the cast of 'Lion King' remake

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:40 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 11 (ANI): 'Last Week Tonight' host John Oliver has joined the cast of Jon Favreau's Lion King movie.

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Centre issues notification to increase import duty on sugar: Paswan

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Food Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Tuesday said that the Centre has issued a notification to increase the import duty on sugar to 50 percent from 40 percent, to restrict cheap inward shipments and protect farmers.

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'Attack questions faith in security system': Deceased's family on Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:28 IST

Valsad (Gujarat) [India], July 11 (ANI): After the terror attack on the pilgrims of the Amarnath Yatra on Monday, the family of one of the deceased, Lakshben Patel, questioned the government's security provisions and said that how would someone have faith in the nation's security system.

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Jay-Z admits his relationship with Beyonce `was not based on 100% truth`

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 11 (ANI): Seems like everything is not as it looks like, in the world of Jay-Z and Beyonce.

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SC to Punjab and Haryana: Construct SYL canal first

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday told the governments of Punjab and Haryana to first build the Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal (SYL Canal) before bringing their respective points of view and challenges on the vexed issue before the apex court.

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Women's WC: India, Aussies look to bounce back from defeats

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:23 IST

Bristol [U.K], July 11 (ANI): India will aim to take one step closer to qualify for the semi-finals of the ICC Women's World Cup when they take on mighty Australia in their penultimate round robin clash here at the Bristol County Ground on Wednesday.

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Amarnath terror attack: Political parties hold protest in Jammu

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:13 IST

Moradabad/ Jammu [India], July 11 (ANI): Various political parties have called for a shutdown across Jammu and Kashmir in view of yesterday's terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims in which at least seven people were killed and several others were injured.

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DJUBO launches AutoCollect; partners with Spreedly, Ipay88

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): In order to help hotels globally solve this major pain point, DJUBO has launched AutoCollect which is an Intelligent Payment Collection feature tightly integrated with the DJUBO Centralized Reservation System. AutoCollect reduces Late Cancellations, reduces No Shows, automates Payment Follow-ups and maximizes upfront payment collection to improve better revenue yield for hotels.

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Duminy's Test spot under threat, admits du Plessis

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 12:02 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 11 (ANI): South Africa Test skipper Faf du Plessis has conceded that JP Duminy is currently fighting to cement his place in the national side as the middle-order batsman's alarming dip in form continues.

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Rubique, Credihealth tie-up to introduce collateral-free medical loan facility

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Medical assistance company Credihealth on Tuesday announced the launch of a medical loan facility on its platform.

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Unruly passenger opens exit door before aircraft's landing in Ranchi, tragedy averted

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:58 IST

Jharkhand (Ranchi), July 11 (ANI): A major tragedy was averted at the Ranchi airport after an Air Asia passenger opened the exit door of the aircraft just before landing last night.

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SG Ranjeet Kumar to look into TN trust vote case

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): While hearing the Tamil Nadu trust vote case, the Supreme Court on Tuesday appointed Solicitor General Ranjeet Kumar to look into the matter.

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'Jagga Jasoos' crew, Ranbir celebrate Katrina's b'day in advance

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Katrina Kaif's birthday is just round the corner, but it seems that the celebrations have already begun for the diva of Bollywood.

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Highlight security lapses, conspiracies to end terror menace: Kerala CMO

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:40 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India] July 11 (ANI): Condemning Monday night's terror attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims in Anantnag, the Kerala Chief Minister's Office (CMO) on Tuesday took to twitter and said all security lapses, intelligence failures and conspiracies need to be highlighted and brought forward to end the menace.

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All should come together to end terrorism: National Conference

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:40 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] July 11 (ANI): The National Conference (NC) on Tuesday said terrorism has no religion, and added that everyone should come together, irrespective of political ideologies, to eradicate this menace.

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Don't turn complex Indo-China ties into disputes: Jaishankar

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:39 IST

Singapore, July 11 (ANI): Describing ties between India and China as multifaceted and complex, Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar on Tuesday said that both sides should not allow their differences to become disputes, and cautioned that the debate over the rise of these two powers should not be skewed.

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Marvel announces its 'New Warriors' cast, including Squirrel Girl

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:39 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 11 (ANI): Marvel fans, rejoice! The 'new warriors' are all set to come on your TV screens.

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ED to question Misa Bharti on money laundering of Rs.8 K crores

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Member of Parliament Misa Bharti has been asked to appear before Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials alongwith her husband Shailesh Kumar in connection with the alleged money laundering of Rs.8,000 crores.

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Djokovic aims for Wimbledon last-8 spot

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:17 IST

London [U.K], July 11 (ANI): World number four Novak Djokovic will look to seal a quarter-final berth when he takes on Adrian Mannarino of France in the men's singles event of the Wimbledon later today.

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GST will reduce inflation by one to two percent by year end: Revenue Secretary

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) will help bring down the inflation by one to two per cent by the end of this year, Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia has been quoted, as saying.

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Abolishing check-posts after GST saves time, curbs corruption: ASSOCHAM

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 11:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): With over 22 states dismantling inter-state check posts after the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1, an ASSOCHAM analysis revealed that there has been a significant reduction of 24 to 36 hours in trucking time on trunk routes, apart from saving the fleet owners Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 7,500 per trip by way of corruption at the octroi and sales tax/VAT check posts.

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Christopher Nolan admits he is in talks with Bond producers

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:56 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): It seems like we could get a 'Bond' movie directed by Christopher Nolan really soon.

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NxtGen delivers infinite possibilities in AI development through launch of DevCloud

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI-BusinessWire India): India garnered nearly 55 percent of the global IT services market. However, changing market dynamics impose on the large software developer base, to improve their capabilities to continue to be relevant. Innovations using cutting-edge technologies will bring about the next wave of disruptions. When one disruptive technology fuels another, the possibilities are endless.

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Nagpur Boat capsize: Eight bodies recovered

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:56 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], July 11 (ANI): The bodies of eight persons who had drowned in Nagpur while travelling by boat have been recovered.

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Amarnath terror attack a serious security lapse by government: Congress

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:43 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 11 (ANI): Condemning Monday's terrorist attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, the Congress Party on Tuesday described it as a serious security lapse on part of the government and security forces.

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Mehbooba Mufti calls emergency cabinet meeting post Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:43 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] July 11 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today summoned an emergency meeting of her cabinet to review the security situation across the state post Monday's terror attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.

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Mirza-Dodig eye quarter-final spot at Wimbledon

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:34 IST

London [U.K], July 11 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her Croatian partner Ivan Dodig will look to cement their place in the mixed doubles quarter-finals of the Wimbledon when they take on the British-Finnish pair of Heather Watson and Henri Kontinen here today.

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MoS Home, senior officer to review security post-Anantnag terror strike

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Ahir and Joint Secretary (Kashmir) Gyaneshwar Kumar will visit Srinagar today to review security preparedness and other administrative issues post Monday night's terror attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.

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India's policy to isolate Pakistan has failed: Pak media

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan]: India's policy to isolate Pakistan globally has failed, as foreign countries are showing a keen interest to invest in the country, the Express Tribune said in a report.

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Tibet 'govt-in-exile' taking advantage of border standoff: Chinese media

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:18 IST

Beijing [China], July 11 (ANI): China's state run Global Times has alleged that the Tibetan "government in exile" is taking advantage of the military standoff between Beijing and New Delhi in Doklam.

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Delhi on high alert post Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:18 IST

New Delhi [India] July 11 (ANI): Delhi Police issued a high security across national capital New Delhi on Tuesday, hours after seven Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were killed and 15 others were injured in terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag District.

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Xploree adds Santali language to multilingual keyboard

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 10:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Xploree on Monday announced the inclusion of Santali language on its Aritificial Intelligence (AI)-powered mobile keyboard app.

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Govt. to Amarnath pilgrims: Follow safety protocol

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Centre on Tuesday appealed to all pilgrims undertaking the pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine to follow existing safety protocols and to cooperate with the administration.

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Fresh batch of Amarnath pilgrims leave for shrine post attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:56 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir), July 11 (ANI): A day after seven pilgrims were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, a fresh batch of devotees on Tuesday leave for the holy shrine of Amarnath.

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LeT carried out Amarnath terror attack: IG Kashmir

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:53 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 11 (ANI): Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Range) Muneer Khan on Tuesday said Monday's attack on Amaranth Yatra pilgrims was carried out by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

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J-K govt. does not have power if it accepts SHRC's compensation order

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:49 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 11 (ANI): The defence experts on Tuesday said that the State Human Rights Commission's (SHRC) recommendation to the Jammu and Kashmir government to provide Rs. 10 lakh as "compensation" to the civilian, Farooq Ahmad Dar clearly shows that the state government does not have a power of its own.

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Tata Power Solar's Noamundi project to reduce CO2 emission by 3000 tonnes p.a.

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Tata Power Solar on Monday commissioned a new 3MW Solar PV Power Plant in Noamundi, Jharkhand, and aims to reduce CO2 emission by about 3000 tonnes per annum.

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Panamagate case: Sharif's daughter accused of submitting false documents to JIT

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:40 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 11 (ANI): The Panamagate joint investigation team (JIT) has accused Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter, Maryam Nawaz, of submitting fake documents.

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16 killed in U.S. Marine plane crash in Mississippi

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:24 IST

Jackson (Mississippi) [USA],July 11 (ANI): At least 16 people were killed after a U.S. military refueling aircraft crashed Monday afternoon in a soybean field in Leflore County, Mississippi.

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Malayalam actress assault case: Actor Dileep on 14-day judicial custody

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:23 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 11 (ANI): Malayalam actor Dileep, who was slapped with conspiracy charges owing to the abduction and assault of a popular South Indian actress earlier in February, has been sent to 14-day judicial custody, starting from Tuesday.

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High-level meet over Amarnath terror attack at HM's residence today

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): A high-level meet will take place on Tuesday at Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh's residence over the terror attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district.

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Donald Trump Jr. knew of Russian election meddling: Report

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 11 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., is now at the centre of the controversy surrounding Russian meddling in 2016 election after reports emerged saying he was told before his meeting with a Russian lawyer that he would be offered compromising information about Hillary Clinton.

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Deepika wears her million-dollar smile for new ad

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 09:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Simplicity has its own charm, proves Deepika Padukone in a new commercial.

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Yogi Adityanath dubs Amarnath terror attack 'cowardly'

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 08:59 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 11 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday dubbed the terrorist attack on Amarnath pilgrims as a 'cowardly' one.

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BTown 'saddened' over Amarnath Yatra terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 08:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The whole nation went numb with the news of the terror attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims on Monday, killing atleast seven yatris.

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Amarnath terror attack a cowardly act: Ramnath Kovind

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 08:39 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 11 (ANI): Condemning the tragic attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind on Tuesday called it a 'cowardly act'.

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President Mukherjee grieves loss of lives in Amarnath terror attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 08:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday condemned the terror attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims while grieving over the loss of the innocent lives.

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Investigation on, will ensure Amarnath Yatra goes ahead peacefully: IG CRPF

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 08:03 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 11 (ANI): CRPF Inspector General (Operations) Zulfiqar Hasan on Tuesday assured that the investigation of the terror attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims is being investigated and that the Yatra will go on peacefully.

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Did Rahul Gandhi raise India's concerns with Chinese envoy?

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 07:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): After a series of flip flops, the Congress Party finally cleared the air on the meeting between party vice president Rahul Gandhi and China's Ambassador to India Luo Zhaohui.

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14 injured after massive fire engulfs Moscow's shopping mall

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 07:30 IST

Moscow, [Russia] July 11 (ANI): At least 14 people were injured after a massive fire broke out on the second floor of the RIO shopping mall in Moscow's northern suburb.

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Opposition to meet to evolve strategy for Vice Presidential polls

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 07:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Opposition parties will today be meeting in New Delhi to evolve a strategy for the upcoming Vice Presidential election.

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White House calls Russia a 'cyber threat'

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 07:08 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 11 (ANI): The White House has called Russia a "cyber threat" but insisted that there is a need to have discussion with Moscow on shared interests.

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Nadal soaks in Wimbledon atmosphere despite heart-wrenching loss against Muller

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 06:55 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): Fifteen-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal, who suffered a shocking fourth-round defeat against Luxembourg's Gilles Muller to bow out of the Wimbledon, was able to recognise how special the atmosphere was for their classic battle.

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Assam CM visits erosion hit areas, directs to adopt long term measure

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 06:55 IST

Dispur (Assam) [India], July 11 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal yesterday paid a visit to the erosion affected areas of Lahorighat in Morigaon district and took stock of the measures that the Water Resources Department has taken so far to control the menace.

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U.S. soldier arrested on suspicion of having ties with ISIS

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 05:57 IST

Hawaii [United States], July 11 (ANI): A U.S. soldier based in Hawaii was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) over the weekend on suspicion of terrorism and ties with the Islamic State terror group.

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Swamy questions Congress' patriotism post Rahul-Chinese envoy meet

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 05:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday questioned the patriotism of Congress leaders after party vice-president Rahul Gandhi met Chinese envoy Luo Zhaohui.

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Victory in Mosul signals ISIS days in Iraq, Syria are numbered: Trump

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 05:01 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 11 (ANI):United States President Donald Trump has said that Iraq's victory over ISIS in Mosul signals that the days of the terror outfit in the region are nearly over.

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Amarnath terror attack: It's high time we stop being diplomatic, says Anupam Kher

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 04:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Veteran actor Anupam Kher has expressed anguish over the killing of seven people in the terrorist attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district.

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Terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims 'attempt to create communal violence': PDP

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 04:10 IST

Anantnag (J-K): [India], July 11 (ANI): The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday said the terror attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims was an attempt to create communal violence and defame Kashimiris in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Mayweather to use McGregor fight to pay off 2015 tax bill

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 03:40 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): American boxing star Floyd Mayweather, who is coming out of retirement to fight Conor McGregor, has said that he cannot pay off his tax liability from 2015 until he fights MMA star Conor McGregor in August.

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SC to hear plea against Centre's notification on cattle sale ban

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 03:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Tuesday hear the plea challenging the Centre's notification that bans sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter.

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Arunachal CM announces ex-gratia to next of kin of toddler killed in flood

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 03:27 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 11 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 4 lakh to the next of kin of toddler who died after being washed away in flood water in Itanagar.

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UK court rules British Govt. arms exports to Saudi Arabia as `legal`

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 02:31 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): A UK High Court has ruled that British Government's weapons sales to Saudi Arabia are lawful and dismissed claims which accused the latter of acting illegally in supplying bombs and fighter jets which have been used by Riyadh in the Yemen conflict.

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Series loss against Zimbabwe 'hard to swallow': Mathews

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 02:18 IST

Hambantota [Sri Lanka], July 11 (ANI): Sri Lanka skipper Angelo Mathews has admitted that the unexpected 2-3 home series loss to Zimbabwe is "one of the lowest points" of his career and a "hard one to swallow".

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Ahead of Iraq visit, V. K. Singh expresses hope to trace 39 Indian hostages

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 02:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Before leaving for Iraq to trace 39 Indians held captive by terror group ISIS in Mosul since 2014, Minister of State for External Affairs V. K. Singh has expressed hope to bring the Indian hostage safely back to the country.

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Marathon man Muller sends Nadal out of Wimbledon

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 01:52 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): Two-time Wimbledon champion Rafael Nadal suffered a shocking fourth-round defeat against Luxembourg's Gilles Muller to bow out of the Wimbledon on Monday.

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Mosul entirely liberated from ISIS: Iraq PM

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 01:42 IST

Mosul [Iraq], July 11 (ANI): Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has announced that the war-torn city of Mosul has been completely liberated from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist group.

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Terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims 'blot on Kashmiris': Mehbooba Mufti

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 01:39 IST

Anantnag (J-K) [India], July 11 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims and said that the incident has left Kashmiris' heads hanging in shame.

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Sania Mirza bows out of Wimbledon's women's doubles event

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 01:38 IST

London [UK], July 11 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her Belgian partner Kirsten Flipkens crashed out of the Wimbledon's women's doubles event after suffering a straight-sets defeat against Switzerland's Martina Hingis and Chan Yung-jan of Taiwan in the Round of 16 Match on Monday.

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Jaitley calls for `elimination of terrorism` post Amarnath Yatra attack

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 01:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday condemned the Amarnath terror attack in which seven pilgrims were killed and 15 others injured in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, and also called for 'elimination of terrorism'.

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Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka to clinch historic ODI series win

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 00:44 IST

Hambantota [Sri Lanka], July 11 (ANI): All-rounder Sikandar Raza starred with both bat and ball to help Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka by three wickets and clinch a historic series victory in the fifth and final ODI at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota on Monday.

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Nepal PM assures to hold three-tier elections on time

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 00:38 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 11 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has assured about completing the constitutional mandate of holding the three tier election on time.

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HWL Semi-Final: Indian eves go down 4-1 against dominant USA

Updated: Jul 11, 2017 00:23 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 11 (ANI): India lost to dominant USA 1-4 in their second Pool B match at the Women's Hockey World League Semi Final on Monday.

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JIT report rejected, says Pak PM Nawaz Sharif's daughter

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:38 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz on Monday evening issued a statement on Twitter on behalf of the Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N) regarding the Panamagate joint investigation team's report.

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Centre not in agreement with SHRC's compensation order to human shield victim

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:24 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Monday criticised Jammu and Kashmir's State Human Rights Commission's (SHRC) order that asked the state government to provide a compensation of Rs. 10 Lakh to Farooq Ahmad Dar, who was used as a human shield by Major Nitin Leetul Gogoi earlier this year.

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Dharmendra Pradhan meets Lebanon, Russia Energy Ministers at WPC

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan met Minister of Energy and Water of Lebanon Cesar Khalil on Monday on the sidelines of 22nd World Petroleum Congress (WPC) Conference in Istanbul.

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PM Modi condemns killing of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, assures assistance to J-K

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the terrorist attack that killed six Amarnath Yatra pilgrims and left 14 seriously injured in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district.

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'GOT' showrunners teases 'massive sea battle' in season seven

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:13 IST

London [U.K.], July 10 (ANI): 'Game of Thrones' fans, rejoice! The fans will see a 'massive sea battle' in the upcoming season of the hit TV series.

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Amarnath Yatris attacked: Rajnath talks to J-K Guv., CM Mehbooba, assures assistance

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 23:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has spoken with Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra and Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and has assured full assistance to help the injured.

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'Jurassic World' sequel officially wraps production

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Jurassic Park is just one step closer to welcoming visitors, again!

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Rahul-Chinese envoy meeting has been blown out of proportion: Anand Sharma

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Congress leader Anand Sharma on Monday asserted that the meeting between party vice-president Rahul Gandhi and Chinese envoy Luo Zhaohui has been blown out of proportion and unnecessarily sensationalised.

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Super Boxing League commences in the capital with a starry affair

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Super Boxing League, India's first professional boxing league commenced in the capital this Friday. The inaugural match was between Delhi Gladiators and Haryana Warriors on Friday, July 7, 2017.

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Will support JD(U) only if central leadership orders: BJP Bihar unit

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Bihar unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday downplayed reports that it would be extending 'outside' support to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who has been facing pressure over the CBI raids at his ally Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav's residence.

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3 years would seem little if 'Jagga Jasoos' gets audiences' appreciation: Katrina Kaif

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:38 IST

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5 reasons why you should binge watch 'Inside Edge'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Amazon Prime Video and Excel Media & Entertainment India's first Original show 'Inside Edge' brings to us binge watching option.

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Bombay HC raps Govt. over Byculla jail case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:26 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 10 (ANI): The Bombay High Court pulled up the Maharashtra Government on Monday and sought to know why they delayed in filing the FIR in the Byculla jail inmate Manjula Shetye's death case.

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Amarnath Yatris attacked: Death toll rises to seven, 15 injured

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 22:26 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): The death toll in the attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims at Anantnag in Jammu and Kashmir has risen to seven.

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Katy Perry will tour New Zealand in 2018

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:53 IST

New Zealand [New Zealand], July 10 (ANI): There is a good news for fans of Katy Perry, as the American singer will also include New Zealand in her upcoming world tour plans.

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Anantnag: Two Amarnath Yatra pilgrims killed in terrorist attack

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:51 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): At least two pilgrims undertaking the Amarnath Yatra were killed and many other seriously injured after a group of terrorists opened fire at the bus carrying the pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district.

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Satpuli Facebook incident: Minor taken into custody, situation under control, says police

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:50 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 10 (ANI): Following the clashes between two groups that took place in Garhwal district's Satpuli town over a controversial picture was shared on the social media, Additional Director General of Police Ram Singh Meena on Monday stated that the minor, who shared the controversial post, was taken into custody.

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Union Home Secy Rajiv Mehrishi leaves for London, to hold talks on Indian fugitives living in U.K.

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:21 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi on Monday left for London for talks between India and the U.K.

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PM Modi interacts with Chief Secretaries of States, Union Territories

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:13 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with Chief Secretaries of States and Union Territories, which was a part of the National Conference of Chief Secretaries on the theme of "States as Drivers for Transforming India."

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'Very small gesture': Vivek Oberoi on giving flats to kin of martys

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 21:12 IST

Mumbai (India), July 10 (ANI): Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi has donated 25 flats to the families of CRPF jawans killed in the line of duty and feels that this is a very small gesture for the sacrifices they make for us.

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Malayalam actress kidnap case: Actor Dileep arrested on conspiracy charges

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 20:28 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 10 (ANI): Popular Malayalam actor Dileep was arrested on Monday evening on conspiracy charges in connection with the Kerala actress kidnap case.

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BJP, INLD playing 'game of deception': Congress on SYL protests

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 20:11 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 10 (ANI): After Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) began its protest over the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal by blocking roads, the Congress on Monday slammed the party, asserting that it, along with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is playing a game of deception with the people of the state.

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78 Indian prisoners released by Pakistan via Wagah-Attari route

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 20:00 IST

Wagah [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI): The Pakistan Government has repatriated 78 Indian prisoners through the land transit route of Attari (Indian side) - Wagah (Pakistan side) border.

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Coal scam: SC appoints four more officers to probe ex-CBI chief Ranjit Sinha case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court, while hearing a plea seeking Special Investigative Team (SIT) in the coal block allocation scam on Monday appointed four more officers to probe the former CBI chief Ranjit Sinha case

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Strong ties with Turkey essential for economic opportunities: Tilllerson

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:41 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 10 (ANI): At the 22nd World Petroleum Congress (WPC), U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson emphasized that strong Washington-Ankara ties are essential from security standpoint to economic opportunities.

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SC directs mental hospitals to implement guidelines framed by Centre

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union Territories, which are running mental hospitals to implement the guidelines framed by the Central Government.

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Onboard disinfectant fumigation: IndiGo urges NGT to take cognizance of its plea for safety of passengers

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The no-frills carrier IndiGo on Monday explained the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that with the monsoon arriving and the risk of vector-borne diseases accelerating there is an urgent need of disinfectant fumigation in the plane as per need.

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Jeremy Meeks' wife to divorce husband after Chloe Green Scandal

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:35 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 10 (ANI): After seeing her husband Jeremy Meeks's pictures kissing TopShop heiress Chloe Green on a luxe yacht, his wife has decided to divorce him.

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SRK's 'Safar' takes us to a magical journey

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The new song from Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma's highly anticipated movie 'Jab Harry met Sejal', 'Safar' is out and it surely going to take fans on a magical journey.

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Afghan police killed 11 Taliban insurgents in Logar province

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 10 (ANI): Eleven Taliban militants were killed and five others wounded after Afghan Special Police Forces targeted insurgents hideout in eastern Logar province on Sunday.

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Show cause notices to 5,922 NGOs for cancellation of FCRA registration

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): As many as 5,922 Non Government Organisations (NGOs) can lose their licence to receive foreign donations with the Home Ministry serving them show cause notices on Monday for not filing annual income and expenditure records for five consecutive years.

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Indian author takes over thriller genre

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi (India), July 10 (ANI): When one talks about psychological thriller novels, India has so less to offer despite Indians enjoying this genre the most. Sumit Pramanik is one such writer who is exploring the art of horror-writing and has released his first book, "The Girl Behind The Glass," which is a psychological thriller, embracing darkness and involving peculiar characters.

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Rahul meets Chinese envoy: Cong. should come out clean in national interest, says BJP

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): As the heat begins to mount on the Congress over its vice-president Rahul Gandhi meeting Chinese envoy, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that it has "no objection" to the meeting, but asked the grand old party to come out clean and share the minutes of the meeting in larger national interest,.

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Salman to bear losses for 'Tubelight,' agrees to pay distributors

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): In a rarity, Salman Khan-starrer 'Tubelight' did not fare well at the Box-Office, due to which the distributors suffered huge losses.

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Feels great when your work is acknowledged: Ranbir Kapoor on IIFA nomination

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor, one of the nominees in the Best Actor category for the Indian Film Academy (IIFA) 2017 for his 2016 blockbuster 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' has said he feels great that his work is being acknowledged.

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CAC holds on new coach appointment

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Jul 10 (ANI): Sourav Ganguly, member of the three-man Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) which is overseeing the interview process of India's head coach, on Monday said the Committee has decided to "hold on" the interview process for some time and said that they would meet skipper Virat Kolhi to ensure that everyone is on the same page before the announcement is made.

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Rahul attacks PM Modi, defends his meeting with Chinese envoy

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The furore over Rahul Gandhi meeting Chinese envoy Luo Zhaohui seems to getting murkier by the day as now the former has taken to Twitter to denounce Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS informal gathering few days back.

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V K Singh to visit Iraq for locating 39 missing Indians

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI):Union Minister of State for External Affairs V K Singh will travel to Erbil,Iraq, later on Monday to locate and bring back the 39 Indians reportedly kept in Mosul as hostages of the ISIS.

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UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia lawful: London High Court

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:33 IST

London[U.K.], July 10 (ANI) : London's High Court has ruled that that arms sales carried out by Britain to Saudi Arabia are "lawful". The ruling came in a case brought up by the British group Campaign Against Arms Trade that relied in part on secret evidence.

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Indian Oil, LanzaTech collaborate for world's first refinery off gas-to-bioethanol production facility in India

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:32 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 10 (ANI): The Indian Oil Corporation Limited and the LanzaTech (carbon recycling company) on Monday signed a Statement of Intent to construct the world's first refinery off gas-to-bioethanol production facility in India.

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Congress asks BJP to not create 'brouhaha' over Rahul-Chinese envoy meet

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Congress on Monday downplayed the furore created around party vice-president Rahul Gandhi meeting Chinese envoy and said that the meeting took place in the wake of his regular work schedule.

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Petroleum sector facing growing challenges, says WPC president

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:32 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 10 (ANI): World Petroleum Council president Jozsef Laszlo Toth has said that the global petroleum sector is facing growing challenges as the population has increased and economic development has brought about a large number of consumers into the market.

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'Spiderman: Homecoming' woos Indian audience, earns 30 crore at box office

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi (India), July 10 (ANI): It seems like Indian audiences are showing immense love to the friendly neighbuorhood hero Spider Man.

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Nagpur: Boy commits suicide after father doesn't buy books

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:03 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], July 10 (ANI): In a heart breaking incident from Nagpur, a class seventh student allegedly committed suicide after his father did not buy books and bag for him.

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Trump's FBI director nominee Chris Wray to testify on July 12

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:02 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 10 (ANI): Christopher Wray, President Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director, will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday morning, which will likely set Trump's choice up to be confirmed by the full Senate

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Green Day explains why they played immediately after acrobat's death

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:02 IST

London [U.K.], July 10 (ANI): The Green Day has been facing a lot of criticism for playing a show just 25 minutes after an acrobat's death just before their set at a music festival in Spain.

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Arjun Kapoor lends support to 'Lipstick' rebellion movement

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Lipstick rebellion movement kickstarted by Ekta Kapoor as part of the promotions for her upcoming movie, 'Lipstick Under My Burkha,' has found support in Arjun Kapoor.

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Delhi's nightlife to get more electrifying with launch of 'Lithiyum'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Delhi is all set to welcome its first international club, lounge and fine dine property right in the heart of city, Lithiyum at Hotel Ashoka on July 14.

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Horse racing, suspected as gambling, caught on camera

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:33 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 10 (ANI): Few men were caught racing horses on camera on the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway on Sunday.

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Tomic's father 'ashamed' of his son's Wimbledon antics

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:09 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 10 (ANI): The father of Australian controversial tennis player Bernard Tomic has expressed his displeasure over his son's recent Wimbledon behaviour, saying that he is 'ashamed' of it.

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Jaitley launches 'Aaykar Setu' app to acknowledge taxpayers grievances

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday launched the taxpayers service module and mobile app 'Aaykar Setu', which is an initiative by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to provide better taxpayer services and reduce taxpayer grievances.

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CPM chides Jharkhand CM for letting women wash his feet

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:01 IST

Ranchi [Jharkhand], July 10 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) leader Brinda Karat on Monday severely criticised Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das for letting a woman wash his feet saying that such acts are unbecoming of a chief minister.

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Sridevi starrer 'MOM' shows growth at Box-Office

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Sridevi-starrer 'Mom' opened to good reviews, but had a lukewarm opening day at the Box-Office.

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Doklam impasse: China says Indian troops must move back for meaningful dialogue

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:56 IST

Beijing [China], July 10 (ANI): The Chinese foreign ministry reiterated on Monday that meaningful talks with India can only take place after New Delhi withdraws its soldiers from what it referred to as the Chinese side of the Doklam region.

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Human shield row: SHRC asks J-K Govt. to provide compensation to Farooq Dar

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:56 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], Jul 10 (ANI): The State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday directed the state government to provide Rs. 10 lakh as "compensation" to the civilian, Farooq Ahmad Dar, who was used as a human shield by the Army earlier this year.

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Poonch-Rawlakote bus service suspended for one week

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:52 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC), New Delhi on Monday suspended the Poonch-Rawlakote bus services.

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Moeen Ali achieves career-best Test rankings

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:52 IST

Dubai [UAE], July 10 (ANI): England all-rounder Moeen Ali has received a major boost in the ICC Test Player Rankings following a man of the match performance during his side's huge 211-run win over South Africa in the first Test of the four-match series at the Lord's on Sunday.

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Windies penalised for slow over-rate in Jamaica T20I

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:33 IST

Dubai [UAE], July 10 (ANI): West Indies have been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during their nine-wicket win in the one-off Twenty20 International against India at Sabina Park in Jamaica on Sunday.

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1984 Anti-Sikh riots: Delhi HC judge recuses from hearing Sajjan Kumar's plea

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India] July 10 (ANI): A Delhi High Court Judge on Monday recused himself from hearing senior Congress leader Sajjan Kumar's bail cancellation plea in connection with the 1984 Anti-Sikh riots, as the appearing advocate was his relative.

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Pakistan will continue to support Kashmiris: Aziz

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:07 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI): Showing their double speak again in regards to relations with India, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's advisor Sartaj Aziz has again reiterated that Islamabad would continue to support Kashmiris politically, morally and diplomatically until and unless Kashmiris achieve freedom from India and at the same time expressed his willingness to resume dialogue with India to resolve all outstanding issues, including Kashmir dispute.

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Congress does a flip-flop, now says Rahul met Chinese envoy

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Six hours after an assertive denial of meeting between Rahul Gandhi and Chinese envoy Luo Zhaohui, the Congress did a major flip-flop and said that not only did the party vice-president meet the latter, but the Bhutanese envoy as well.

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This song is making Deepika groove nowadays

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma's 'Beech Beech Mein,' from their upcoming movie 'Jab Harry Met Sejal,' has been making the audiences groove to it tunes, since the time of its release.

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Congress, BJP divided over RJD's assertion on Tejashwi Yadav

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): After the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Monday said that Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav would not resign, the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) looked divided over the assertion.

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Airtel's 'Project Next' to drive interactive & transparent customer experience

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Telecom major Bharti Airtel on Monday announced the launch of 'Project Next', its digital innovation program aimed at transforming customer experience across all of its services and touch points.

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Jordanians allowed to carry laptops on U.S.-bound flights

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:32 IST

New York [U.S.], July 10 (ANI) : The Royal Jordanian has become the latest Middle Eastern airlines to allow passengers carry laptops in the cabin on US-bound flights.

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'Candy Crush' to debut on TV!

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): Dear Candy Crush addicts, time to keep your phones aside, as the mobile game is now coming on TV as a game show.

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Newgen Software positioned as 'Leader' in digital process automation

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Newgen Software Technologies Limited, a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM), Enterprise Content Management (ECM), Customer Communication Management (CCM) and Case Management solutions, announced that it has been positioned as a 'Leader' in The Forrester Wave™: Digital Process Automation Software, Q3 2017, authored by Rob Koplowitz with Christopher Mines, Allison Vizgaitis, and Andrew Reese.

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Communal goons need to be watched: Siddaramaiah

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:23 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 10 (ANI): In the wake of the killings of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) workers in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, on Monday said, the "communal goons" need to be strictly watched.

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Second consecutive year, Mittal Brothers Pvt. Ltd. does Plantation Drive in Pune

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): On the occasion of Van Mahotsav on July 1, Mittal Brothers Pvt. Ltd. came together with the Forest Department for a plantation drive in the Hinjawadi IT Park region at HighMont, Maan forest.

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`A Gentleman` trailer: Join the crazy ride with Sidharth-Jacqueline

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The trailer of Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez starrer 'A Gentleman' is out and is an amalgamation of action, romance and fun.

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MALABAR 2017: India, Japan, U.S. begins mega naval exercise

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:46 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] July 10 (ANI): The 21st edition of the 'MALABAR-2017' naval exercise began in the Bay of Bengal on Monday and will last till July 17.

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ICC Women's WC: Stafanie Taylor takes Windies confidence into Pak match

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:45 IST

Leicester [U.K], July 10 (ANI): West Indies were forced to fight for their first ICC Women's World Cup 2017 victory last time out, but captain Stafanie Taylor believes her team is in a perfect place to take forward the confidence gained from the win.

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NSE technical glitch matter of serious concern: Fin Min

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Ministry of Finance on Monday summoned the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to monitor the status of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) after trading on it came to a three-hour halt due to technical glitches.

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RJD dramatising Tejashwi Yadav issue: BJP

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday dubbed the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) meeting in Patna as drama.

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Swamy backs 'Gorkhaland' demand, says its 'well-deserved'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing protests being staged by the Gorkha Sanyukt Sangharsh Samiti and Gorkha Janmukti Morcha for a separate 'Gorkhaland' from West Bengal, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy asserted that the demand is 'well-deserved'.

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Panamagate JIT to submit final report in Pak SC

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:38 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI) :The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing the offshore assets of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his family in connection with the Panamagate case, will submit its fourth and final report to the Supreme Court on Monday.

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Katrina's throwback snap with Muammar Gaddafi goes viral!

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 10 (ANI): Seems like a moment from Katrina Kaif's past has created a storm on the social media.

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Domingo leaves England tour to attend to critically injured mother

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:25 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 10 (ANI): South Africa coach Russell Domingo, who was in England for the ongoing four-match Test series, has once again flew back home in order to be with his critically injured mother.

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Pradhan meets Lebanon Energy Minister at World Petroleum Congress

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:24 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 10 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday met with Minister of Energy and Water of Lebanon Cesar Khalil on the sidelines of 22nd World Petroleum Congress (WPC) Conference in Istanbul.

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Nitish lacks courage to ask Tejashwi to resign: Manjhi

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:24 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 10 (ANI): Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) chief Jitan Ram Manjhi on Monday said Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar practices politics of convenience and does not have the courage to ask Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav to

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Federer, Djokovic seek Wimbledon quarter-final berth

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:21 IST

London [U.K], July 10 (ANI): Eighteen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer and world number four Novak Djokovic will aim to book their place in the quarter-finals of the Wimbledon when they take on their respective opponents in the fourth round of the men's singles event later today.

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Here's how you can save your travel cost

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India] July 10 (ANI): Travelling veterans would often tell you tales of how they scanned cities and tourist destinations with nothing but a few rupees in their pockets! Well, intelligent planning, and no frills attached travelling can actually make this possible.

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Raymond Davis says Pak politicians lying to nation

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:08 IST

Washington [United States], July 10 (ANI): Former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) contractor Raymond Davis who was at the centre of a diplomatic stand-off in Pakistan, has accused Pakistani politicians of lying to the nation regarding his release.

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SC paves way for conducting counselling for IIT-JEE, vacates stay

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday vacated its stay for conducting counselling sessions for students and aspirants seeking admission to Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

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RakshaBandhan 2017 - IGP Studies the Ever Changing Rakhi Trends

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Since Rakhi 2017 is in the neighboring month, sisters would stopover at various outlets for finding rakhis. While brothers have started looking for the best rakhi gifts for their sisters.

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Three terrorists gunned down in Nowgam, search ops still on

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:54 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): Three terrorists have been gunned down in the Nowgam Sector on Monday as the search operation by the army in the Handwara area of Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir is still underway.

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'MOM' would've been incomplete sans Sajal Ali: Sridevi gets emotional

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Some things are never ending, like human bond. Such a bond is shared by Sridevi and her onscreen daughter, Sajal Al, from the latest film 'MOM.'

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Heavy weight lifters enjoy greater strength gains than low-load lifters

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): A team of researchers has given new meaning to the concept of brain power by suggesting that physical strength might stem as much from exercising the nervous system as the muscles it controls.

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Impossible for BJP to break united opposition: JD(U)

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Backing its ally, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Janata Dal (United)said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won't succeed in breaking the back of the united opposition.

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Balochistan suicide bomb attack claims life of senior police officer, many others injured

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:34 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI) Chaman DPO SSP Sajid Khan Mohmand was killed in a suicide attack after his convoy was targeted with an explosive device on Boghra Road of the city on Monday.

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Automobiles sale slows down in June due to stock liquidation by dealers

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on Monday said that the industry has produced a total, 6,914,544 vehicles including passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, three wheelers, two wheelers and quadricycle in April June 2017 as against 6, 431, 938 in April-June 2016, thus registering a growth of 7.50 percent over the same period last year.

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Wimbledon 2017: Sania Mirza eyes women's doubles quarter-final berth

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:29 IST

London [U.K], July 10 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza will aim to book her place in the quarter-finals of the Wimbledon when she and her Belgian partner Kirsten Flipkens head into the last-16 clash of the women's doubles event here today.

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SC adjourns Uttarakhand disqualified MLAs case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:19 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India] July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned the Uttarakhand disqualified MLAs case for final disposal on October 25.

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Dinesh Bhattarai appointed as Nepal PM's foreign affairs advisor

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:19 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 10 (ANI):The Government of Nepal has appointed Dinesh Bhattarai as Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba's foreign policy advisor.

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Narada Sting case: Kolkata mayor Sovan Chatterjee summoned by ED

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Kolkata mayor Sovan Chatterjee was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Narada Sting case.

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Envigo strengthens its portfolio with digital mandate of Sightsavers, GoFro

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): Envigo, a full service digital marketing agency, renowned for delivering out-of-the-box marketing strategies in the digital marketing and technology domain on Monday added Sightsavers India and GoFro.com to its portfolio of clients.

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SC adjourns Vijay Mallya's contempt case till July 14

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned the liquor baron Vijay Mallya's contempt case till July 14.

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Tejashwi Yadav will not resign, attempt to break alliance will fail: RJD

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:03 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 10 (ANI): Following a crucial meet, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Monday said Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav will not resign.

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Paytm Mall on-boards over 800 personnel from One97 Communications; likely to hire more

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): In May 2017, Paytm commissioned a separate entity by the name of Paytm Ecommerce Pvt Ltd. to address the potential in online commerce.

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No SC relief for Teesta Setalvad

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal from social activist Teesta Setalvad for relief from charges of corruption and misappropriation of funds meant for rehabilitation of Gujarat riot victims.

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Was unaware of Harry Style's fame: Christopher Nolan

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): Turn out! Not everybody is aware of Harry Styles's stardom, as director Christopher Nolan recently admitted that he did not know how famous the singer was before casting him in suspense thriller 'Second World War epic Dunkirk'.

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UP budget devoted to welfare of farmers, public: Maurya

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:55 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 10 (ANI): Ahead of the budget session in Uttar Pradesh, the state's Deputy Chief Minister, Keshav Prasad Maurya, on Monday said it will be devoted to the welfare of people and farmers.

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India didn't deserve to win against Windies: Kohli

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:54 IST

Jamaica [West Indies], July 10 (ANI): After his side slumped to a nine-wicket defeat to the West Indies in the lone T20 international at Sabina Park last evening , Indian skipper Virat Kohli frankly said his side did not deserve to win the match as they had dropped number of crucial catches and were sloppy with both bat and ball.

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Shia LaBeouf released after being arrested for 'Public Drunkenness'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:52 IST

Georgia [U.S.A], July 10 (ANI): Hollywood superstar Shia LaBeouf has been released from a jail in Georgia, on a bond of 7,000 dollars of public drunkenness.

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Delays in emergency surgeries lead to higher risk of death

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): Patients whose emergency surgery is delayed due to a lack of operating room resources are at a higher risk of dying.

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Air India not to serve non-vegetarian meals in economy class

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Loss-making national carrier Air India has announced that it will no longer serve non-vegetarian food in the economy class during domestic flights.

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Facing corruption charges, ex-PIA CEO fails to return to Pakistan

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:48 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 10 (ANI): Bernd Hildenbrand, the former chief executive officer of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), who went abroad under a special exemption while facing corruption charges, is yet to return to Pakistan.

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PM Modi condoles demise of former ambassador to U S Naresh Chandra

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the passing of former Cabinet Secretary and former ambassador to the United States Naresh Chandra.

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Mumbai Police arrest two accused in model death case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:25 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 10 (ANI): The Mumbai Police on Monday arrested the two accused in the Model Kritika Chaudhary death case.

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Blast in Balochistan's Chaman

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:24 IST

Lahore [Balochistan], JUly 10 (ANI):: A powerful bomb blast occured near the Friendship Gate on the Pakistan -Afghanistan border in Chaman left six people dead and 13 injured on Wednesday.

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TN cow trade body moves SC against Centre's cattle sale order

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): A Tamil Nadu-based cow trade organization going by the name of Maattu Vyapaarigal Matrum Tholilalargal Sangam moved the Supreme Court on Monday against the Centre's new cattle trade rules.

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J-K Police arrests LeT militant in Muzaffarnagar

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:16 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] July 10 (ANI): A Lashkar-e-Tayiba militant was apprehended by the Jammu and Kashmir Police from Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar district on Monday

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Naqvi says Lalu wrongly depicting his scams as 'his' struggle for freedom

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 12:16 IST

New Delhi [India] July 10 (ANI): Union Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Monday said Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav is depicting his corruption cases as "his" struggle for freedom.

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Bombay HC division bench issues notice over Amit Shah's Goa airport media interaction

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:55 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], July 10 (ANI): A Division bench of the Bombay High Court at Goa on Monday issued notices to the Secretary of Ministry of Civil Aviation, Chief Secretary of Goa Director General of Police, the Airport Director and the Deputy Commandant of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on a petition filed by Adv. Aires Rodrigues seeking a thorough probe into BJP National President Amit Shah's public meeting held on July 1 at Goa's Dabolim Airport.

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Nitish to skip non-NDA parties meeting

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:54 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 10 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is unlikely to attend the opposition meeting to decide their choice for vice-president on Tuesday.

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India scripts history, top medals tally for first time at Asian Athletics Championships

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:53 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 10 (ANI): Hosts India, with 12 gold, five silver and 12 bronze (29 medals), topped the medals tally for the first time in the history of Asian Athletics Championships as the 22nd edition of the tournament concluded at the Kalinga Stadium here last evening.

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Anushka Sharma's new `Pari` still will leave you intrigued

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Anushka Sharma has announced the release date of her next production 'Pari' with a new intriguing poster.

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Arjun expresses his love for 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S,' 'Margot Robbie'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Arjun Kapoor recently confessed his love for the sitcom 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' and Australian actor Margot Robbie.

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NEC receives Frost and Sullivan biometrics public safety leadership award

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:31 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 10 (ANI): NEC Corporation has announced that it has been conferred the 2017 Frost and Sullivan Asia Pacific Integrated Biometrics Solutions for Public Safety Leadership Award.

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NEC accelerates machine learning for vector computers

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:31 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 10 (ANI): NEC Corporation has announced that it has developed data processing technology that accelerates the execution of machine learning on vector computers by more than 50 times in comparison to Spark Technologies.

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Two terrorists gunned down in Nowgam

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:18 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): Two terrorists were gunned down in the Nowgam Sector on Monday following search operation undertaken by the army in the Handwara area of Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Swaraj takes on Aziz for not 'acknowledging' visa request of Jadhav's mother

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday took on Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's Advisor on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, for not entertaining a request for visa to the mother of former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death for alleged espionage.

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Arab states boycotting Qatar will seek to change Doha's 'terror' policy

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:10 IST

Cairo [Egypt], July 10 (ANI): Four Arab states boycotting Qatar will pursue their commitment towards changing Doha's policy of financing and giving safe havens to terrorist organizations, the Egyptian foreign ministry has said.

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Relationship builder or town crier! Which type of FB user are you?

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 11:10 IST

London [UK], July 10 (ANI): Relationship Builders, Town Criers, Selfies and Window Shoppers - A new study splits Facebookers into four different categories!

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'Sawan'- Holiest month of the year begins

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The holiest month of the year 'Sawan' begins today, with devotees across the nation offering prayers to 'Lord Shiva' on the month's first Monday.

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Honda riders finish with 8 medals in Round 2 of National C'ship

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:51 IST

Chennai [India], July 10 (ANI):Honda riders put in brilliant performance to score highest ever number of podiums as the second round of the National Motorcycle Racing Championship came to an end here last evening.

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Crucial RJD meeting today as pressure mounts for Tejashwi Yadav's resignation

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:24 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 10 (ANI): Ahead of the ongoing political turmoil in the state with the demand of resignation by Bihar deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav building up, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) is to hold a meeting on Monday.

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Politicos making demeaning remark on Army should be chopped off: Rajasthan Minister

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:19 IST

Sikar (Rajashthan) [India] Jul 10 (ANI): Rajasthan State Minister Rajkumar Rinwa has been making the headlines for his controversial statement, demanding a law to chop off all those politicians, who make demeaning remarks on the Indian Army.

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NE Tigers beat Bahubali Boxers 12-9 in Super Boxing League

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): In what turned out to be an electrifying clash in the Super Boxing League, Asha Roka-led North East Tigers hammered Bahubali Boxers with a margin of 12-9 to start their league campaign on a high here last evening.

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Smelling food is adding kilos to your weight!

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:13 IST

London [UK], July 10 (ANI): You might enjoy a meal better when you smell it before eating but this habit has been linked to weight gain in new research.

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Sensex opens 216 points higher, capped at 31,577.31

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Monday morning opened on a positive note, recording a surge by 216.68 points in the opening trade, thus reaching to 31,577.31.

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DPRK warns of imminent nuclear war following U.S. live-fire bombing

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 10:06 IST

Moscow [Russia], July 10, (ANI): The People's Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Friday has warned of imminent nuclear war following the U.S. live-fire bombing run near its border.

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PM Modi to meet chief secretaries over 'Transforming India'

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet the chief secretaries of all the states over in a conference over 'transforming India' on Monday.

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Study offers hope to neuro-tumor patients

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): A recent research could offer hope to the thousands of, mainly young, people affected by the hereditary condition Neurofibromatosis 2 (NF2).

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J-K: Pak resorts to indiscriminate firing along LoC

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:45 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 10 (ANI): Pakistan resorted to the indiscriminate firing along the Line of Control (LoC) in Nowgam sector last night.

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'Harlem Nights' actor Ji-Tu Cumbuka dies at 77

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA] Jul 10 (ANI): The 'black actor in Hollywood' Ji-Tu Cumbuka, who appeared in movies like 'Bound for Glory,' 'Brewster's Millions' and 'Harlem Nights' took his last breath at the age of 77.

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Trump 'did not believe' Putin denying meddling in U.S. elections: White House

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:45 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 10 (ANI): White House chief of staff Reince Priebus has stated that U.S. President Donald Trump did not believe when his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin denied Russia's influence on the 2016 U.S. Presidential election.

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Researchers reveal new insights into rare chronic pain condition

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): People suffering from chronic pain can now heave a sigh of relief as findings from a new study can help researchers develop new treatments for those affected by the condition.

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Ohio shooting: One woman killed, eight injured, confirms police

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:32 IST

New York [USA], July 10 (ANI): In a horrific round of firing that was opened at a gender reveal party near Cincinnati, Ohio, late Saturday, the police confirmed that one woman was killed, while eight others were injured.

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Assam floods: Roads blocked to prevent further hazard

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:32 IST

Dispur (Assam) [India] Jul 10 (ANI): With the flood situation deteriorating in Assam, various roads have been blocked to prevent any further damage to civilians and properties.

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Poland will buy US energy under profitable financial conditions: Polish Dy PM

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:31 IST

Moscow [Russia], July 10 (ANI): Polish Deputy Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has recently said that Poland will buy energy from the United States only under profitable financial conditions.

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Alaskan volcano erupts again, aircrafts warned

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 09:31 IST

Alaska [U.S.A.], July 10 (ANI): An Alaskan volcano, which has erupted several time since last year, has again erupted leading to an aviation warning.

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Cultivating purpose in life ensures better sleep at night

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 10 (ANI): Here's another reason why you need to have a purpose in life!

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One dead, seven missing after boat capsizes in Nagpur

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:57 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], July 10 (ANI): As many as eight youths drowned when their boat capsized in the Vena Dam, situated around 25 kilometers from Nagpur.

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Former Indian Ambassador to U.S. passes away at 82

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:53 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 10 (ANI): Former Indian Ambassador to the U.S. Naresh Chandra took his last breath at the age of 82 in Goa late Sunday.

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Hundreds, including children, evacuated as wildfires ablaze California

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:53 IST

New York [USA], July 10 (ANI): In the wake of a string of wildfires blazing through California, campers were forced to leave their tents and children were evacuated from summer camps to escape the wrath of the calamity.

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Putin denies Moscow interfered in U.S. election to 'save face': Haley

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:52 IST

Washington [U.S.], July 10 (ANI): U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley recently stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin denied Moscow's interference in last year's U.S. election in order to "save face."

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Google Doodle honours Eva Ekeblad who made alcohol from potatoes

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:51 IST

London [UK], July 10 (ANI): Google Doodle, today, celebrates Swedish scientist Eva Ekeblad 293rd birthday.

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U'khand: Clashes break out between two groups over social media post

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:29 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 10 (ANI): In yet another upheaval caused due to a social media post, clashes between two groups took place in Garhwal district's Satpuli town.

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London`s Camden Lock Market fire under control

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:06 IST

London [U.K.], July 10 (ANI): The fire, which broke out at the Camden Lock Market, is now under control.

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Major General N Srinivas Rao takes over charge as GOC of Telangana, TASA

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:00 IST

Secunderabad (Telangana) [India], July 10 (ANI): Major General N Srinivas Rao has taken over as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Telangana and Andhra Sub Area (TASA).

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Massive fire breaks out in London's Camden Lock Market

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 08:00 IST

London [U.K.], July 10 (ANI): A major fire has broken out at a large building in Camden Lock Market.

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U.K.: Three dead, nine injured in five-car crash in Cornwall

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 07:05 IST

Cornwall [U.K.], Jul 10 (ANI): Atleast three people died and nine other were injured after five cars piled up in Cornwall.

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Mamata Banerjee should resign as Chief Minister over WB turmoil, demands BJP

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 06:30 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister for failing to pacify the situation in the state and also demanded her resignation.

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Cardinal George Pell reaches Australia to face sexual abuse charges

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 06:30 IST

Sydney [Australia], Jul 10 (ANI): Australia's highest-ranking Catholic, Cardinal George Pell on Monday arrived here to face sexual abuse charges framed against him in Melbourne later this month.

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Congress demands Jharkhand CM's apology for letting women wash his feet

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 06:06 IST

Hyderabad/New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday condemned Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das for letting women wash his feet and demanded latter's apology for his 'shameful act'.

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Defence experts back MEA for rebuking Pak for glorifying Burhan Wani

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 05:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The defence experts on Monday backed the Ministry of External Affairs for rebuking Pakistan for glorifying Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani on his death anniversary.

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North Korea warns US of Nuclear war after its Live-Fire Drills

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 05:21 IST

Moscow [Russia], Jul 10 (ANI): The People's Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) has warned the United States of nuclear war, after it carried out live-fire bombing run near North Korea border.

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Trump's son meets Kremlin-linked lawyer after promise of damaging information on Clinton

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 05:01 IST

New York [U.S.A], Jul 10 (ANI): U.S President Donald Trump's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr. was promised to damage information about Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton before agreeing to meet with a Russian lawyer who has connections to the Kremlin.

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Coimbatore: Body of two-day-old kept outside Govt. hospital for six hours

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 05:00 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], July10 (ANI): A two-day-old baby, died of dengue, was carelessly kept outside the mortuary gate for more than six hours at Coimbatore government hospital.

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SC to hear Teesta Setalvad`s corruption case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 03:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear a case against social activist Teesta Setalvad, who is accused of corruption and misappropriation of funds which was meant for rehabilitation of Gujarat riot victims.

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SC to continue hearing Uphaar tragedy case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 03:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing in the Uphaar tragedy case.

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Qatar to take legal action against Arab countries over economic blockade

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 02:49 IST

Doha [Qatar], Jul 10 (ANI): Qatar will take legal action against Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt, over the damage caused to the country due to economic blockade.

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Four Indian soldiers killed, two posts destroyed along LoC, claims Pak Army

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 02:46 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], Jul 10 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Sunday claimed that it has allegedly destroyed two Indian Army posts along the Line of Control (LoC) and killed four Indian soldiers.

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SC to hear coal block scam case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 02:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10, (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Monday hear cases pertaining to the coal block scam.

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SC to pronounce sentence against Vijay Mallya in contempt case

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 02:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today pronounce sentence against liquor baron Vijay Mallya in the contempt case.

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Man seeks Sushma Swaraj's help to rescue wife facing torture in Saudi Arabia

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 01:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July 10, (ANI): A man sought External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's help to rescue his wife, who is facing torture in Saudi Arabia.

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Russia allegedly hacks U.S. Nuclear plant: Sources

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 01:19 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], Jul 10 (ANI): Russia allegedly hacked into nuclear power plant systems and other energy companies of the United States.

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Dharmendra Pradhan meets US Secretary of State at WPC International Conference in Istanbul

Updated: Jul 10, 2017 00:40 IST

Turkey [Istanbul], July 10, (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday held meeting with the US Secretary of State and Energy Ministers around the world at the opening ceremony of 22nd World Petroleum Congress (WPC) International Conference in Istanbul, Turkey.

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In response to Trump, WikiLeaks recommends Assange to head U.S.-Russian cyber security unit

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 23:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 9 (ANI): Taking a dig at U.S. President Donald Trump's tweet about discussing the establishment of a cyber security unit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, WikiLeaks proposed that its founder, Julian Assange, should lead the U.S.-Russian cyber security unit.

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CBI files compliant against Delhi travel agent for sending workers to China illegally

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 23:21 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday filed a complaint against a tour and travel agent, along with his accomplices, after the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) alleged that the Delhi based agent has been sending people from India to China in a suspected human trafficking case.

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1 dead, 8 wounded as gunmen ambush a gender reveal party in Ohio

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 22:45 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 9 (ANI): A woman was killed and eight others wounded after all nine people who had gathered for a party where a pregnant woman was to reveal her child's gender became victims of a mass shooting in Ohio.

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In a first, SSB collaborates with UP for skill development training

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 22:06 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 9 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)has become the first Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to begin skill development in collaboration with a state.

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Over 4 lakh people affected by flood in Assam

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 21:40 IST

Dispur (Assam) [India], July 9 (ANI): As Assam floods worsen, over four lakh people have been affected so far in the state.

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Ishant makes comeback to India's Test squad

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Indian pacer Ishant Sharma will be making his comeback in the Test format as the BCCI's selection committee on Sunday announced the 15-man squad against Sri Lanka.

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Journalist abducted from home in Karachi

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 21:25 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 9 (ANI): Abdullah Zafar, a journalist associated with English daily The Nation, was allegedly taken away from his residence in Karachi on Sunday.

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PM Modi has assured full assistance to flood-affected areas: Assam CM

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 21:06 IST

Dispur (Assam) [India], July 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday assured full assistance to the state of Assam, which is facing havoc due to the recent floods.

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UP spurious liquor case: Dy. CM Maurya assures strict action against culprits

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 21:06 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Sunday termed the killing of 18 people due to consumption of spurious liquor as "unfortunate" and said that an investigation has been ordered to probe the incident.

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Afghanistan: ISIS claims killing two American soldiers

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 20:47 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 9 (ANI): Islamic State's offshoot in Khorasan province of Afghanistan has claimed killing two American soldiers and 13 Afghans in an attack to repulse their military advance in Nangarhar province, reports SITE Intelligence Group.

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Lightning kills 12 in Bihar

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 20:29 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 9 (ANI): At least 12 people died and two injured due to lightning in many districts of Bihar including Nalanda and Sasaran on Sunday.

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Lok Samvad Programme postponed as CM Nitish unwell

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 20:24 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 9 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Lok Samvad Programme, which was scheduled to be held tomorrow, has been postponed citing former's health reasons.

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Pak violates ceasefire again, Indian Army retaliating in Poonch

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 20:04 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Pakistan Army on Sunday initiated unprovoked and indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Iraqi PM declares victory against ISIS in 'liberated' Mosul

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 20:02 IST

Nineveh [Iraq], Jul 9 (ANI): Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi on Sunday declared victory over the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist group, also known as Daesh in the "liberated" Mosul city of Iraq.

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GJMM to convene all party meet on July 11

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 19:06 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], July 9 (ANI): Gorkha Jan Mukti Morcha (GJMM) have preponed their all party meeting and will convene the same on July 11.

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Guj CM hopes 'world heritage' tag will boost tourism, employment in Ahmedabad

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:28 IST

Kheda (Gujarat) [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Sunday expressed his gratitude to the UNESCO officials for declaring Ahmedabad a world heritage city, and said that this would help boost tourism and create employment in the state.

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My fight is against BJP ideology, not Kovind: Meira Kumar

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:23 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 9 (ANI): Opposition Presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Sunday reiterated her view that her fight is not against NDA Presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind but against Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) ideology.

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Who'd say no to biggest club in world: Lukaku on Man U move

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:21 IST

London [U.K], July 9 (ANI): Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku has revealed that he did not have a second thought about joining Manchester United when the opportunity arose because it is the `biggest club in the world`.

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I strongly pressed President Putin twice about Russian meddling: Trump

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he 'strongly' pressed Russian President Vladimir Putin about Moscow's meddling in last year's presidential election, but the latter 'vehemently' denied.

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Confident of good show at UTT: Shaze Challengers coach Muralidhara

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:16 IST

Mumbai [India], July 9 (ANI): With renowned coach Elena Timina, who masterminded two Gold medals and one Silver medal for the Dutch side in the European Championships, bringing tactical awareness to the fore and the team backed by domestic coach A Muralidhara's fast experience, Shaze Challengers have the potential to pose a serious 'challenge' to the teams vying for top honours at the inaugural edition of Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) slated to begin on July 13 in Chennai.

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Anti-Sikh riots cases sole reason behind my resignation: HS Phoolka

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Denying rumours of distancing himself from the party due to the Sikh protest, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA H.S. Phoolka on Sunday said his only reason to resign as the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Punjab Assembly was to fight the 1984 anti-Sikh riots cases.

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B'desh: Gulshan cafe attack bomb supplier put on 7-day remand

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:47 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], July 9 (ANI): A Dhaka court has placed the bomb supplier for last year's deadly Holey Artisan Bakery attack in the upscale Gulshan suburb on a seven-day remand in connection with the case.

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Aussies won't `give up` on revenue sharing model: Smith

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:44 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 9 (ANI): Australian skipper Steve Smith has reiterated that the players will not back down from their demand to retain the revenue sharing model, which has been a reason for pay dispute between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers Association for quite some time now.

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RJD, JD(U) leaders must muster courage and mount pressure for Tejaswi Yadav's resignation: BJP

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday urged the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Janata Dal (United) to muster courage and compel Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejaswi Yadav to step down from his post.

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TR Zeliang stakes claim to form Govt. in Nagaland

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:24 IST

Kohima (Nagaland) [India], July 9 (ANI): In an another swirl to the ongoing political upheaval in Nagaland, former chief minister T.R. Zeliang on Sunday wrote to Governor P.B. Acharya, claiming stakes to form Government in the state.

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Investigation finds SECP chairman guilty of tampering with Sharif business records

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 9 (ANI): A Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) inquiry into Panamagate joint investigation team's allegations that state institutions are tampering records has found Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Chairman Zafar Hijazi guilty of tampering the records of companies owned by the Sharif family.

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Guru's blessing is really important: Manisha Koirala

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 17:04 IST

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], July 9 (ANI): On the occasion of Guru Purnima, Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala advocated that everybody should have a master in his or her life to attain peace and tranquility.

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Lisa Haydon's message to his son is too awwdorable!

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 16:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Since the time she has become a proud parent to a little boy, Lisa Haydon has been sharing cute pictures of his son with his fans.

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Islamabad's friendship with Beijing 'cornerstone of our foreign policy': Pak Prez

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 16:51 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 9 (ANI): Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain has said that Islamabad's friendship with China is the "cornerstone" of their foreign policy and this strategic partnership serves as an anchor for regional peace and stability.

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Britain's first transgender man gives birth to baby girl

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 16:15 IST

London [USA], July 9 (ANI): Britain's Hayden Cross, who has been legally male for three years and had paused his sex transition to have a child, recently given birth to a baby girl.

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Luke Fletcher hospitalized after head blow in T20 Blast game

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 16:10 IST

Edgbaston [U.K], July 9 (ANI): Nottinghamshire seam bowler Luke Fletcher was admitted to the hospital after being struck on the head by a ball during his side's six-wicket defeat against Birmingham Bears in the NatWest T20 Blast at Edgbaston.

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Bihar: SSB apprehends 16 suspected Maoists

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:55 IST

Jamui (Bihar) [India], July 9 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal, in a joint operation with the local police, apprehended 16 suspected Maoists on Sunday from Kalyanpur village in Bihar's Jamui district.

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India slams Pakistan for glorifying Burhan Wani

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): India on Sunday hit back at Pakistan for glorifying Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, saying that Islambad's terror support and sponsorship needs to be condemned by all.

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Lynching in name of protecting something not acceptable: Ram Madhav

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:34 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] Jul 9 (ANI): Amid rising incidents of lynching of people by 'gau-rakshaks' across the country, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary Ram Madhav on Sunday said that lynching in the name of protecting something is not acceptable.

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WB unrest: Rajnath speaks to Sikkim CM, ensures complete security

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): With violence brewing in West Bengal, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday ensured completely safety and security to Sikkim, a neighboring state.

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Dharmendra Pradhan to attend WPC international conference in Istanbul

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 09 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan will be visiting Istanbul in Turkey from July 10 - 12 to represent India at the 22nd World Petroleum Congress (WPC) International Conference.

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Need you back in Indian cricket: Ganguly to Anurag Thakur

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly has offered his support to former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Anurag Thakur, saying that Indian cricket needs him back.

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Ballabhgarh lynching: Main accused sent to two days police remand

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:55 IST

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], July 09 (ANI): The Faridabad district and sessions court sent the main accused of Ballabhgarh train lynching, in which victim Junaid Khan was allegedly lynched by a mob on-board a Mathura-bound train, to two days police r

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A urine test can predict recurrence of cancer

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 9 (ANI): A team of researchers have developed a simple urine test to more accurately predict the recurrence of bladder cancer.

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UP: Spurious liquor kills 18 in Azamgarh, probe ordered

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:55 IST

Azamgarh (Uttar Pradesh ) [India], July 9 (ANI): Batch of toxic spurious liquor killed at least seven people taking the toll up to 18 and sickened many more in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh city.

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Confident India to take on Windies in lone T20I today

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:48 IST

Kingston [U.K], July 9 (ANI): Riding high on confidence after clinching a five-match ODI series 3-1, India will aim to continue their momentum when they take on West Indies in their one-off Twenty20 International clash at Sabina Park on Sunday.

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Veteran actress Sumita Sanyal passes away at 71

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Veteran Bengali actress Sumita Sanyal, known for her role in movie 'Anand' passed away at the age of 71.

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Your food choice may reveal struggle to resist temptation

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 14:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 9 (ANI): Eat wisely, as it may tell a lot about you. A study has recently revealed that people, who choose unhealthy food over healthy food in real time, had a lower self-control to resist temptation.

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West Bengal on the verge of becoming Kashmir: BJP

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): In wake of parts of West Bengal witnessing extreme violence, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led state is on the verge of becoming another Kashmir.

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Nepal: CPN-UML against ruling parties proposed Constitution Amendment Bill

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:47 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 9 (ANI): Former Prime Minister and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli has clarified that his party is against the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill put forth by the ruling parties as it was brought without consultation with the opposition

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Congress corners PM Modi over MLA Raja Singh's 'Gujarat riots' shocker

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 09 (ANI): With Bharatiya Janata Party MLA H Raja Singh calling on the Hindu community in West Bengal to respond the way Hindus did in Gujarat in 2002, the Congress Party said that by mentioning Gujarat riots, the former is trying to claim that Prime Minister Modi government's persecution in Gujarat was justified.

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Sidharth Malhotra looks fiery in new Instagram still

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): It looks like Sidharth Malhotra is all set to kill in his upcoming movie 'A Gentleman'.

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Wimbledon 2017: Federer expects `exciting` last-16 clash against Dimitrov

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:25 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 9 (ANI): 18-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer has said he is expecting an exciting encounter against Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov as the two tennis stars prepare to take on each other in the fourth round of the men's singles event at Wimbledon on Monday.

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Naseeruddin Shah joins Neeraj Pandey's 'Aiyaary'

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Neeraj Pandey's upcoming directorial venture 'Aiyaary' is turning out to be a big fat Indian movie.

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Lost roles for not flirting with directors: Lena Headey

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 13:06 IST

London [UK], July 9 (ANI): Now, this seems to be a very unusual way of losing out roles.

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Mumbai Police arrests man accused of raping minor, mute girl

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 9 (ANI): The Mumbai Police on Sunday arrested a 20-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh's Pharenda, in case of rape of a minor girl, who is deaf and mute since her birth.

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Women wash feet of Jharkhand CM on Guru Mohatsav

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:59 IST

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], July 9 (ANI): Women in Jamshedpur city of Jharkhand on Sunday were seen washing the feet of state chief Minister Raghubar Das.

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Pakistani cancer patient seeks Sushma Swaraj's help to get medical visa

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 9 (ANI): A Pakistani woman allegedly suffering from cancer has sought help from India's External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, after the Indian embassy in Islamabad rejected her her medical visa application citing the deteriorating relations between the two countries.

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Shastri, Sehwag among six to be scrutinized for India's head coach gig

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:51 IST

Mumbai [India], July 9 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri will be front-runner, when he along with five other shortlisted applicants are interviewed by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) for the high-profile role of India's head coach post in Mumbai on Monday.

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Centre will handle China`s `safety advisory` at diplomatic level: BJP

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:35 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] Jul 9 (ANI): With China issuing a 'safety advisory' for its citizens traveling to India as well as to its nationals living in India, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary Ram Madhav on Sunday said that the issue will be handled at a diplomatic level by the Government of India.

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Ballabhgarh lynching: Junaid's family demands death penalty for accused

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:35 IST

Ballabhgarh (Haryana) [India], July 09 (ANI): The family of Junaid, who was lynched to death in a train in Ballabhgarh, demanded death penalty for the accused on Sunday.

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UN Human Rights Council to review Pakistan's human rights record

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:30 IST

Geneva [Switzerland] Jul. 9 (ANI): Alarmed over reports of the deteriorating human rights situation across Pakistan, and particularly in the country's Sindh Province, the United Nations Human Rights Council has said that it will undertake a thorough two-day review of Islamabad's human rights record on July 10 and 11.

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Head injuries may double risk of dementia in men

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 9 (ANI): Take extra care of your health if you suffer concussions, skull fractures or scalp wounds, as a study has found that head injuries almost double a man's risk of developing dementia.

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Sushant Singh Rajput, Sara Ali Khan starrer 'Kedarnath' to release next year

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): After so many speculations over Saif Ali Khan's daughter Sara Ali Khan's Bollywood debut, it is finally confirmed that Sara will be making her debut with actor Sushant Singh Rajput in 'Kedarnath'.

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Trump faced difficulty in finding a hotel room during G20 summit

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:06 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 9 (ANI): In an interesting revelation, United States President Donald Trump reportedly had trouble finding a hotel room in Hamburg, Germany for his stay during the G20 summit this week.

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Wimbledon 2017: Sania Mirza romps into pre-quarters

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 12:03 IST

London [U.K], July 9 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her Belgian partner Kirsten Flipkens produced a spirited performance as they bounced back from a set down to book their place in the third round of the women's doubles event at Wimbledon 2017.

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Donal Logue's missing daughter returns after 2 weeks

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Donal Logue, famous for his role in TV series 'Gotham' has ended his search for his missing teenager after nearly two weeks of pleading for the child's safe return.

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Security forces kill 35 ISIS terrorists in Mosul

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:56 IST

Mosul [Iraq], July 9 (ANI): At least 35 ISIS terrorists were killed and six others arrested on Saturday as they tried to escape from western Mosul where security forces were closing in.

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'Jagga Jasoos' my most enjoyable movie: Katrina Kaif

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): After being a part of hit movies like 'Dhoom 3' and 'Ek Tha Tiger,' actress Katrina Kaif feels that journey of 'Jagga Jasoos' has been the most enjoyable one for her.

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Jantar Mantar: 'Gorkhaland' protest reaches national capital

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 9 (ANI): The Gorkha Sanyukt Sangharsh Samiti on Sunday held a protest march at Jantar Mantar demanding a separate 'Gorkhaland' from West Bengal.

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Madhya Pradesh: Financial crisis forces farmer to use daughters to pull plough

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:36 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 09 (ANI): Financial crisis reduced a farmer in Sehore's Basantpur Pangri village to use his two daughters, instead of oxen to pull the plough in their fields.

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Lalu Yadav dragged his children into corruption: Pappu Yadav

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 9 (ANI): Jan Adhikar Party (JAP) leader and Madhepura MP Pappu Yadav on Sunday said that Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav is paying a price for a crime he has committed, for which his family has also been dragged in.

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Eat orange, grapefruit daily to cut risk of dementia

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 9 (ANI): Attention people, as older adults who consume orange, grapefruit daily can lower the risk of dementia by 23 percent, finds a study.

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OPM Punjab Sultans hammer UP Terminators 15-6 in Super Boxing League

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): OPM Punjab Sultans produced a terrific performance as they thrashed UP Terminators with a margin of 15-6 to start their campaign on a promising note at the Super Boxing League here last evening.

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'GOT' season 7 episode titles, descriptions revealed

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:10 IST

London [UK], July 9 (ANI): Season seven of 'Game of Thrones' is just a week away and HBO has finally revealed the titles of the first three episodes.

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Ryan Reynolds helps fan get revenge on ex-boyfriend

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Famous for his quirky nature, Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds just gave fans one more reason to love him even more.

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PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi greet nation on Guru Purnima

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the nation on the eve of Guru Purnima on Sunday.

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Pakistan heading towards 'international isolation': Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa minister

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 11:01 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], June 9 (ANI): Pakistan's Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) provinces' senior minister for irrigation and social welfare Sikandar Hayat Khan Sherpao has warned Pakistan saying it is heading towards 'international isolation' due to its "abnormal foreign policy" in the absence of a foreign minister.

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HWL Semi-Final: Indian eves hold Proteas to goalless stalemate

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:43 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 9 (ANI): Brilliant goalkeeping by Savita saw India hold hosts South Africa to 0-0 draw in their first match at the Women's Hockey World League Semi-Final here on Saturday.

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PM Modi delighted as Ahmedabad becomes India's first World Heritage city

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 9 (ANI): With Ahmedabad becoming India's first World Heritage city, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his happiness at the major development.

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Hindus in Bengal should respond like they did in Gujarat: BJP MLA

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:40 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 09 (ANI): Amid the ongoing tension in West Bengal's Baduria and Basirhat districts, Bharatiya Janata Party MLA H Raja Singh waded in controversy by appealing to the Hindu community in the state to respond the way Hindus in Gujarat reacted in 2002.

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Salman Khan finally joins 'Judwaa 2' cast to shoot for his cameo

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): FINALLY!! Salman Khan has joined the star cast of 'Judwaa 2' and confirmed that he will be a part of the remake of the 1997 hit 'Judwaa'.

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Sridevi's 'MOM' opens to lukewarm response at the Box-Office

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Despite receiving good reviews, the Sridevi starrer 'MOM' witnessed a low opening at the box-office.

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PML-N top brass decides Nawaz Sharif to continue as PM

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 10:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 9 (ANI): The top Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leadership have decided that Nawaz Sharif will continue to role as the Prime Minister of the country and the party would use all the legal and constitutional options if needed, after submission of the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT) report on panama papers case.

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J-K: SPO injured after terrorists hurled grenade at police post

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 09:16 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 09 (ANI): A Special Police Officer (SPO) suffered minor injuries after terrorists hurled a grenade on a temporary police post at Tral's Aripal in Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir last night.

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Sri Lankan Navy detains three Indian fishermen

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 09:15 IST

Tamil Nadu [India] Jul 9 (ANI): Three Indian fishermen with one boat were detained on Saturday night by the Sri Lankan Navy, for allegedly engaging in illegal fishing practices at Palk Strait.

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Rajasthan: ATS seizes old currency notes worth Rs. 2.70 crores

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 09:15 IST

Surajpole (Rajasthan) [India] Jul 9 (ANI): The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has seized Rs. 2 crore 70 lakh of old currency notes from the house of a garments trader in Rajasthan's Surajpole Saturday late night.

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Ballabhgarh lynching: Main accused to appear before special court today

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 09:15 IST

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], July 09 (ANI): After the Haryana Railway Police yesterday arrested the main accused in the Ballabhgarh train lynching incident from Maharashtra's Dhule district, DSP Mohinder Sharma of Government Railway Police (GRP), informed that the accused will appear before the court today.

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UP: Denied ambulance, family carries corpse on rickshaw

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 07:53 IST

Banda (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 9 (ANI): Another incident of apathy towards the poor has come to the fore, where a corpse was carried around the city in an open rickshaw as an ambulance was denied to the bereaved family.

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Swamy advises Mamata to let President's rule take over West Bengal

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 07:34 IST

New Delhi [India] July 9 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that if the latter is unable to rule the state, she should seek President's rule rather than accusing the Centre of not cooperating in ending the unrest in North Parganas' Basirhat district.

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Rajasthan: Security guard arrested for sexually abusing kids

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 07:33 IST

Dholpur (Rajasthan) [India] July 9 (ANI): Rajasthan police on Sunday arrested a security guard for sexually abusing two children in a 'Child Communication Home'.

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Egypt: Two police killed, nine injured in explosion in Northern Sinai

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 07:08 IST

Cairo [Egypt] Jul. 9 (ANI): Two policemen were killed and nine others were injured in a blast in the north of Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.

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Trump team met Kremlin-linked lawyer during 2016 election campaign

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 07:08 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.] Jul. 9 (ANI): Two weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump won the Republican nomination last year, his eldest son Donald Trump Jr. arranged a meeting with a Russian lawyer who has connections to the Kremlin.

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Military sexual trauma can put victims at alcoholism risk

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 06:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 9 (ANI): A recent study has found that military sexual trauma (MST) among men is prevalent and that it can predict alcohol problems years later.

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Turns out, viruses don't have 'summer vacations'

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 06:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 9 (ANI): Just when you thought summer colds were rare, a team of researchers found that you're actually just as likely to catch one in the summer as in the winter.

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West Bengal unrest: Congress backs Mamata's claims against Centre

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 06:04 IST

New Delhi [India] July 9 (ANI): The Congress Party on Sunday backed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's claims that the Central Government is not cooperating in quelling the unrest in North Parganas' Basirhat district, stating that only a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled state is taken care of and not others.

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Maharashtra Police will soon have beef detection kits

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 06:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 9 (ANI): Maharashtra forensic laboratory is all set to provide meat detection kits to the police to check if the meat they have seized is that of a cow or not within 30 minutes.

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Trump vows to fight against 'fake news' with Polish President

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 05:54 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A] Jul. 9 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has vowed to fight against fake news with Polish President Andrzej Duda.

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BJP slams Mamata over false allegations against Centre

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 05:52 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) / Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] July 9 (ANI): After Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the Central Government of not cooperating in quelling the unrest in North Parganas' Basirhat district, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday lashed out at the former for making false allegations against the Centre.

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Several issues of mutual interests were discussed: Diplomats on G-20 meet

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 05:50 IST

New Delhi [India] July 9 (ANI): After Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked for a comprehensive and cooperative policy framework to distinguish legal migration at the G-20 meet, the diplomats of the country expressed interest, stating that India is serious about getting an impact as several issues of mutual interests were discussed.

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Everybody knows Russia meddled in US elections, says Haley

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 05:49 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A] Jul. 9 (ANI): After Russian President Vladimir Putin denied interfering in the 2016 U.S. election, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said that the former made the statement just to "save his face."

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A 'concrete' solution for air pollution?

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 05:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 9 (ANI): Air pollution is the world's single biggest environmental health risk and now, a recent study could be a roadmap to tackle the problem.

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Jaden Smith's family sends him b'day love with these throwbacks

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 04:59 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Jaden Smith is ringing in his 19th birthday and his family celebrated it with a series of cute photos from his childhood.

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'Baby on board' for James Corden, wife Julia

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 04:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 9 (ANI): There's another Corden baby on its way, it has been revealed.

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Jill Duggar Dillard welcomes baby no. 2 after '40 hours of labour'

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 04:13 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): It's a boy! Jill Duggar Dillard and her husband Derick Dillard have welcomed their second baby, Samuel Scott Dillard.

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PM Modi returns after concluding two-nation tour

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 04:12 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul. 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached the national capital after concluding his two-nation tour.

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'True Blood' star Nelsan Ellis dies at 39

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 03:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 9 (ANI): Nelsan Ellis of 'True Blood' and 'Elementary' fame has died of complications from heart failure at the age of 39.

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Putin says Trump 'seemed satisfied' with his denial of election meddling

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 03:27 IST

London [U.K.] Jul. 9 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that U.S. President Donald Trump "seemed satisfied" with his personal denial of meddling in the 2016 election.

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Shia LaBeouf arrested for being drunk, disorderly in public

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 01:56 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): Shia LeBeouf has once again landed on the wrong side of law enforcement after being arrested for disorderly conduct and public drunkenness in Savannah, Georgia.

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Two monorail trains come face-to-face on same track in Mumbai

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 01:31 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 9 (ANI): Hundreds of monorail commuters recently had a near miss in Mumbai when two trains came face-to-face on the same track at Chembur.

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Trump praises Merkel for successfully organising G-20 summit

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 01:16 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.] Jul. 9 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has lauded German Chancellor Angela Merkel for successfully organising the G-20 summit .

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Princes William, Harry open up about Princess Diana as a mother

Updated: Jul 09, 2017 00:57 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 9 (ANI): A new documentary is all set to take a look at Princess Diana through the eyes of her sons Prince William and Prince Harry to commemorate the 20th anniversary of her death.

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ICC Women's World Cup 2017: South Africa thrash India

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 23:19 IST

Derby [U.K.], July 8 (ANI): A quartet of wickets and a half-century by South Africa captain Dane Van Niekerk led her side to its third victory of the ICC Women's World Cup with a 115-run win over India.

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G-20 leaders propose Hamburg Action Plan at summit conclusion

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 23:08 IST

Hamburg [Germany], Jul 8 (ANI): The two-day G-20 summit that took place in Germany's Hamburg city ended with the leaders proposing the Hamburg Action Plan to address major global challenges, including climate change, harnessing digitalisation, and to contribute to prosperity and well-being.

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Pakistani cancer patient requests Sushma Swaraj for Visa to India

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 23:04 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): A Pakistani woman, suffering from cancer, has written to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj asking for her assistance in getting Visa to India.

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G-20 Summit: PM Modi presses for cooperative policy framework to distinguish legal migration

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:49 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): Highlighting India's "multi-layered" partnership with Africa, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called on for a debate in dealing with forced migration and pressed for a comprehensive and cooperative policy framework to distinguish legal migration.

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Nawaz Sharif pays tribute to Hizbul commander Burhan Wani

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:40 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): In a move that could potentially escalate tensions in its already strained bilateral ties with India, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Saturday paid tribute to Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani saying his death "infused a new spirit in the struggle for freedom" in the Valley.

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Kerala Women's Commission to probe MP Innocent's statement on actresses

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:39 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Kerala Women's Commission on Saturday said it would be conducting a probe into Member of Parliament and President of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) Innocent Vareed Thekkethala's controversial statement on actresses.

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Revealed! Shah Rukh plays a guide in 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): For the first time in his career of 25 years, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is essaying role of a guide in his upcoming flick 'Jab Harry met Sejal'.

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Salman's philanthropy amazes me more than his acting: Shahnaz Husain

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Padma Shri awardee and beauty diva Shahnaz Husain happened to meet Bollywood superstar Salman Khan at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai recently.

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Main accused in Ballabhgarh train lynching case arrested

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:31 IST

Dhule (Maharashtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Haryana Railway Police on Saturday arrested the main accused in the Ballabhgarh train lynching incident from Maharashtra's Dhule district.

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Mayawati lashes out at BJP over law and order, cow lynching

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:31 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 8 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Saturday attacked Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stating that the saffron party and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) are misleading the people by fanning issues like cow protection in the state.

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D.P. Dash takes charge as DRI DG

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Debi Prasad Dash has taken over as the Director General of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI).

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Bihar Govt. denies being intimated about CBI raids at Lalu's premises

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 22:12 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Bihar Government on Saturday denied reports stating that they were intimated about the raids conducted on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family in prior.

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Leaders at G-20 discuss climate change, migration, trade and investment

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 21:49 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): Climate change, trade and investment, migration and excess capacity in steel were the major points of negotiations at the Hamburg G-20 Summit, as told by Indian officials.

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BJP tears into Mamata, says she worsened the situation for political gains

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 21:48 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 8 (ANI): Tearing into the West Bengal Government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday the latter did not control the situation for her own political gains.

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ED recovers incriminating documents, mobile phones from Misa Bharti's residence

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 21:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): While conducting raids at Lalu Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti's premises today, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) recovered and seized various incriminating documents, electronic devices including mobile phones.

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Baloch activists hold anti-CPEC protest during G-20 Summit in Hamburg

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 21:16 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): As world leaders gathered for the G-20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany, activists from the Baloch Republican Party (BRP) held a protest against the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a multi-billion dollar project passing through the Balochistan province.

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Entertainment leaders mark a hatrick on India' s most Influential list!

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): GQ India has unveiled its 2017 list of India's most influential Indians. The list marks to be a hatrick for Entertainment mavericks like Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh and Bollywood Entertainment PR specialist and Spice PR Prabhat Choudhary.

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Nomination, oath of Puducherry MLAs as per law: Kiran Bedi

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 19:53 IST

Puducherry [India] July 08 (ANI): Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Kiran Bedi on Saturday said that the three Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) were nominated and administered oath as per the law.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger's back: New poster of 'Terminator 2' 3D released

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): After the trailer, today a new poster of Arnold Schwarzenegger's 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' was released.

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RSS worker stabbed to death: Party demands K'taka Govt. intervention, impartial probe

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:51 IST

Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 8 (ANI): Following the death of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker Sharath, who succumbed to his injuries after being stabbed, the party on Saturday demanded an impartial probe into the matter and a strict action against the perpetrators.

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More "worse" videos in offing if nothing is done, says Cong. MLA Nitesh Rane

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:48 IST

Mumbai [Maharashtra], July 8 (ANI): After his video of flipping a fish on a government official in Mumbai went viral, Congress MLA Nitesh Rane on Saturday said that he lost his cool over the official's non-compliance to a 2016 government order, which protects traditional fishermen, adding that more "worse" videos would make headlines, if the said official fails to do his job.

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Congress writes to Fadnavis, reiterates demand to watch 'Indu Sarkar' before public release

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:37 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): Reiterating Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam's request, Maharashtra Leader of Opposition (LoP) Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil on Saturday wrote to state Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene in the matter revolving around the controversial movie 'Indu Sarkar' based on the Emergency imposed by former prime minister Indira Gandhi.

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WB: Central BJP delegation released, will hold protest march

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:37 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] July 8 (ANI): After the release of the central Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) delegation from the custody of Kolkata Police, party MP Meenakshi Lekhi on Saturday said that the state party unit would conduct a protest march against the growing communal tension, adding illegal elements of the society are roaming freely and police has no guts to arrest them.

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Major earthquake hits J-K at Indo-Pak border

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:23 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], July 8 (ANI): A major earthquake of 5.2 magnitude hit Jammu and Kashmir along the India-Pakistan border at 3:43 pm today.

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Basirhat violence: MHA refutes Mamata's 'uncooperative Centre' remarks

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:17 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 8 (ANI): Hours after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the Central Government of non-cooperation towards quelling unrest in North Parganas' Basirhat district in the state, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sources said that at least four companies of the Border Security Forces (BSF) forces that were deployed by the Centre were turned back by the West Bengal Government.

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Notesgen launches mobile app to address diverse educational requirement of students

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Examinations are no child's play. Students often knock door to door of their peers only to find the next clue to the relevant educational content - might it be study material, additional mock drills, notes on a specific topic, or even previous year's question papers.

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Indian woman becomes youngest commander to fly Boeing 777

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Captain Anny Divya has become the youngest woman commander to fly a Boeing 777.

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BCCI special committee expresses reservation on Lodha reforms

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:14 IST

Mumbai [India], July 8 (ANI): The seven-member special committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday said that it has reservations on four points of the Lodha Panel recommendations.

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PM Modi asks British PM for further cooperation in extradition cases

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 18:04 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his meeting with his British counterpart Theresa May on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit on Saturday urged for greater cooperation for extradition of absconding Indian economic offenders.

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Graeme Smith, Michael Vaughan lash out at Rabada 'ridiculous' suspension

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:34 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): Former South Africa Graeme Smith has lashed out at the ICC Code of conduct after pacer Kagiso Rabada was handed a one-match suspension for giving England all-rounder Ben Stokes a controversial send-off in the ongoing Lord's Test.

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Ivanka breaks protocol, replaces Trump at G-20 heads meet

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:34 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): Breaking the protocol, U.S. President Donald Trump's daughter and White House advisor Ivanka Trump in an unprecedented move replaced the leader at the heads of government meet at G-20 when the President left for bilateral meets during the session.

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Great Barrier Reef not on Unesco's 'list of World Heritage sites in Danger'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:23 IST

New York [U.S.] , July 8 (ANI) :United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) has released its 'List of World Heritage (sites) in Danger', and Australia's Great Barrier Reef does not feature in it.

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China issues travel advisory for its nationals in India

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:16 IST

Beijing [China], July 8 (ANI) :China on Saturday issued a "safety advisory" for its citizens traveling to India as well as to its nationals living in India, asking them to pay close attention to personal safety and local security, reports the People's Daily.

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PM Modi discusses bilateral relations with S. Korea, Italy, Norway

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held discussion with South Korean President Moon Jae-in on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany.

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Taliban attack security checkpoints in Afghanistan's Parwan province

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:11 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] , July 8 (ANI) :Taliban insurgents on Saturday carried out a coordinated attack on checkpoints along the Ghorband Highway in the Jabal Saraj district of Parwan Province located north of Kabul.

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22nd Asian Athletics C'ships: Tintu Luka poised to defend women's 800m title

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:06 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 8 (ANI):Tintu Luka remained in contention to defend her women's 800m title by setting the fastest qualifying time in the morning session on Day 3 at the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships today.

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Here are top five apps to digitally plan your train travel

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 17:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): With the travel season still on, wondering how to book your next train tickets?

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North 24 Parganas SP removed over Basirhat violence

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Superintendent of Police of North 24 Parganas district Bhaskar Mukherjee has been removed from his post in the wake of recent communal violence in West Bengal's Basirhat.

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Centre not cooperating to maintain law and order in WB: Mamata

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 15:47 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 8 (ANI): Continuing her tirade against the Centre, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday held the 'uncooperative' Central Government responsible for the recent Baduria and Basirhat violence which h

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Low-light photography redefined with Samsung's 'Galaxy on Max'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Samsung India on Friday launched the 'Samsung Galaxy On Max', expanding its Smartphone portfolio. Available exclusively on Flipkart, the new device is equipped with a best-in-class camera tailor-made for low-light photography, enabled by its flagship f/1.7 aperture.

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Kratikal Academy, TCoE partner to catalyse cyber security skill development

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): To address the growing demand in cyber security professionals, Kratikal Academy on Saturday announced its partnership with Telecom Centre of Excellence (TCoE), an initiative by the Department of Telecommunication, Government of India, to train and certify students various partner colleges and universities across India.

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GST good for government, bad for people: Congress

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 15:23 IST

New Delhi [India] July 08 (ANI): The Congress on Saturday termed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as good for government and bad for people.

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Women's World Cup: India opt to field against South Africa

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:59 IST

Leicester [UK], July 8 (ANI): India won the toss and opted to bowl against South Africa in their fifth round-robin match of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup at the Grace Road Cricket Stadium, here on Saturday.

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G-20: Modi holds talks with top world leaders

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:56 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 8 (ANI): Continuing his meetings with the numerous world leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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Billie Lourd named beneficiary of Carrie Fisher's estate

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): Billie Lourd is all set to inherit Carrie Fisher's estate.

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Maharashtra: Additional Commissioner (Fisheries) files FIR against Congress MLA

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:29 IST

Sindhudurg (Maharashtra) [India], July 08 (ANI): The Additional Commissioner (Fisheries) has filed an FIR against Congress MLA Nitesh Rane for assaulting him in his office yesterday.

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About time Nitish ousts 'tainted' Lalu Yadav: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushil Modi on Saturday demanded strict action against 'tainted' Lalu Prasad Yadav following the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) unearthed a hotel tender irregularity against the RJD chief.

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Murray criticises state of Wimbledon courts post win over Fognini

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:17 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 8 (ANI): World No. 1 Andy Murray has criticised the state of 2017 Wimbledon's grass courts, thus joining the list of players who have expressed unhappiness over the same.

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Basirhat violence: WB Police detains BJP Central delegation

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:17 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] July 8 (ANI): The central delegation of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was detained by the Kolkata Police here on Saturday near Michael Nagar area, when they were on their way to riot-hit Basirhat area.

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Tricks to capture stunning images of your grub

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:17 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): If you're sitting down for dinner, chances are, you're taking a photo of it and posting it on Instagram. Making meals look good in pictures is way harder than it looks.

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Oracle to power Cloud transformation drive in India's SMB sector

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Oracle on Friday launched its first Digital Hub in Bengaluru, which will provide small and midsize businesses (SMBs) access to the cloud solutions and resources they need to power digital transformation.

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UK jails Pak-origin imam for 13 years for sexual assault of four girls

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:02 IST

London [United Kingdom], July 8 (ANI): Police in Cardiff, South Wales, have confirmed that a Pakistan-origin imam going by the name of Mohammed Haji Saddique, has been jailed for 13 years on charges of assaulting and sexual harassing four young girls.

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PM Modi's G-20 summit visit a 'photo opportunity': Congress

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): The Congress Party on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's G-20 summit appearance was a photo opportunity, much less a foreign policy.

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UN blacklists Daesh linked outfit Jamaat-ul-Ahrar

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:53 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 8 (ANI) : The UN Security Council has blacklisted Daesh linked group Jamaat -ul-Ahrar (JuA) and a splinter group of the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, a decision that will subject the group to sanctions, including an arms embargo, travel ban and an assets freeze.

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Pakistan Customs seizes 27 kg of gold at Peshawar airport

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): Customs Department officials have confirmed arresting four passengers on Friday after they were found with 27 kilograms of gold at the Bacha Khan International Airport in Peshawar.

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National action plan to end commercial sexual exploitation of children

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI-Businesswire India): The first national level consultative meet on choking demand for commercial sexual exploitation of children recognized the low policy priority accorded to the issue and resolved to create an inter-ministerial framework to ensure better and effective implementation of policy pronouncements on the ground.

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Cannot solve unrest in Kashmir at gunpoint: Congress to Modi

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): After Congress leader Saifuddin Soz said that he would have kept Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani alive for sake of dialogue, the Indian National Congress (INC) today said that instead of firing on people in the Valley, Prime Minister Narendra Modi must involve in bilateral talks.

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Centre has duty to expose political scams to maintain transparency: Congress

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India] July 8 (ANI): With the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) turning the heat on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Congress on Saturday said that if any political party is accused of any scam, it is the duty of the Central Government to expose all the evidence in front of the public to maintain transparency in the system.

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Was postnatally depressed during 'GOT' season 1: Lena Headey

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:21 IST

New York [USA], July 8 (ANI): It seems like Lena Headey has faced a lot of ups and downs while filming 'Game of Thrones'.

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Five injured as jet blast from Spicejet shatters IndiGo coach window

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): A Spicejet aircraft mistakenly impinged a parked IndiGo bus for ferrying passengers on Friday evening at Delhi airport. Five passengers have received minor injuries in the accident.

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Don't want bloodshed on my son's death anniversary: Burhan Wani's father

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:11 IST

Srinagar (J-K), July 8 (ANI): Father of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani on Saturday appealed for peace and harmony in the Kashmir Valley on the death anniversary of his son.

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50 Cent made Eminem `want to quit rapping`

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Imagine what the world of rap would have been, if it did not have Eminem in it.

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U.S. strategic bombers undertake mission over Korean Peninsula

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:07 IST

New York [U.S.], July 8 (ANI) :Two U.S. B-1B Lancer bombers flew over the Korean Peninsula on Friday in response to North Korea's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test which they claim 'can strike anywhere in the world.'

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Steelbird launches mobile app; to allow customers to check authenticity

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Asia's largest helmet manufacturer Steelbird Hi-Tech India Ltd. has announced the launch of Steelbird Connect Mobile app to ensure direct consumers connect with the brand.

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Man Utd agree Lukaku fee with Everton

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:02 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): Manchester United have announced that a fee has been agreed with Everton for striker Romelu Lukaku's transfer, subject to a medical and personal terms.

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Pak won't succeed in creating atmosphere of terror in J-K: Nirmal Singh

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 13:02 IST

Srinagar (J-K), July 8 (ANI): Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Nirmal Singh on Saturday assured that stern action would be taken against Pakistan for creating an atmosphere of terror in the valley.

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Three youngsters feared drowned in Neelum Valley stream post taking risky selfies

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:50 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): Three members of a family from Rawalpindi that was on a holiday in the Neelum Valley of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is believed to have drowned in waters of a gushing stream.

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Heavy rains, floods disrupts normal life in eastern Nepal

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:49 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal] , July 8 (ANI): Floods inundated Bhediya and Mayanakaredi areas of Nepal's eastern Saptari district, crippling normal life since the last week of June.

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Sourav Ganguly turns 45: Wishes pour in for `Dada`

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly turned 45 on Saturday and Twitter was flooded with wishes for one of nation's most successful captain.

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Gastronomes get a taste of organically rich Sikkim cuisine

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi, [India], July 8, (ANI): Known as the organic state of the country, Sikkim has much to offer when it comes to food.

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Anil Kapoor shares his views on working with Anees Bazmee

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Anees Bazmee's upcoming directorial venture 'Mubarakan' is all set to hit the theaters which will be fifth collaboration between Anil Kapoor and Anees Bazmee.

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U.S. to test THAAD missile defence system

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:30 IST

New York [U.S.], July 8 (ANI) :The United States plans to conduct a test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile defence system within the next few days in the wake of tensions escalated by Pyongyang .

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Double Negative announces launch of new VFX facility in Chennai

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Double Negative (Dneg), one of the world's leading visual effects companies, has announced the launch of a new VFX facility in Chennai.

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India leading in global fight against climate change: World Bank

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): With solar power taking over from coal as a potential source of energy, a World Bank report highlighted that India is leading the fight against climate change.

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Epigamia raises Series B funding of 90 crores; aims higher production capacity

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Drums Food International, the parent company of Epigamia Greek yogurt has announced receiving of Rs. 90 crore Series B financing, which was led by Verlinvest, a Belgium-based consumer focused private equity group created by the founding families of Anheuser-Busch InBev, and DSG Consumer Partners (DSGCP), an early stage venture capital firm run by consumer industry veteran Deepak Shahdadpuri, and also included venture debt participation from InnoVen Capital, India's largest venture debt provider backed by Temasek Holdings.

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22nd Asian Athletics C'ship: Malaysia object to Khairul's disqualification in 100-m final

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:18 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 8 (ANI): Malaysia have objected for his athlete Khairul's disqualification in 100m men's final held on Day 2 of the ongoing 22nd Asian Athletics Championship at the Kalinga Stadium.

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Ansel Elgort 'held on for life' while filming 'Baby Driver'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): It seems like Ansel Elgort really had a wild time while shooting for 'Baby Driver'.

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Gorkhaland supporter found dead, GJM allege murder by police

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:04 IST

Sonada (Darjeeling) [India], July 8 (ANI): A Gorkhaland supporter was found dead in Sonada, on the outskirts of Darjeeling, on Friday. The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) has alleged that he was killed by the police force present there.

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Researchers develop method that could lead to gene therapies for cancers

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): Researchers have developed a new method that modifies the surface of nanorods, making them more efficient in transporting cancer-killing genes into cells.

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Jared Leto sued by 'Penthouse' over 'Caligula' trademarks

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 12:00 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 8 (ANI): It looks like Jared Leto is heading towards a legal problem.

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Delhi: Six people thrashed by mob for allegedly carrying buffalo calves

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): At least six people were thrashed by a mob in Delhi's Baba Haridas Nagar for allegedly carrying buffalo calves.

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Tamim Iqbal signs for Essex for eight-match Blast spell

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:59 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal has signed with Essex for an eight-match spell at the ongoing NatWest T20 Blast.

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Ex-Pak Army chief Raheel Sharif in Lahore with Saudi team

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:45 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): Pakistan's former chief of army staff and now head of the Saudi-led Islamic Military Alliance to Fight Terrorism (IMAFT), General (Retired) Raheel Sharif has arrived in Lahore with a Saudi Arabian delegation.

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CBEC launches 'GST Rates Finder' app to ease compliance

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Aiming to enhance the ease of doing business post the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) on Friday launched a mobile app 'GST Rates Finder' to assist users find accurate rates under the new tax regime.

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Singapore test awaits India in two-match series ahead of AFC U23 Qualifiers

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): The Indian U-23 national team will take on Singapore U-23 National Team in an International Friendly in the first of the two-match series in Singapore on Sunday .The second match is scheduled for July 12.

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Qatar Prince says Pak JIT must come to Doha to quiz him

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:31 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 8 (ANI): Qatar Prince Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al-Thani has reportedly told Pakistan's Joint Investigation Team (JIT) that he is ready to be questioned at his palace in Doha.

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Trey Edward Shults wants to make a biopic on Kanye West

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:30 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): Trey Edward Shults, helmer of psychological thriller 'It comes at Night' has set his sight on making a biopic on one of the most famous musicians as of now.

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Damaging Congress veterans' statue an attempt to erase Nehru-Gandhi legacy: Raj Babbar

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:26 IST

New Delhi[India], July 08(ANI): Congress leader Raj Babbar on Saturday cornered the Modi government for destroying statues of its veteran leaders and said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was trying to erase the ideologies of the leaders by doing so.

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Rabada suspended for Trent Bridge Test

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:20 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): South African pacer Kagiso Rabada has been suspended for next week's Trent Bridge Test after he was sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for giving Ben Stokes a send-off in the ongoing first Test at Lord's.

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Here's how you can raise bright children

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 11:11 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): Being parents is hard. What we do or teach the kids today will make all the difference in 20 years.

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Nicolas Pesce tapped on to direct 'The Grudge' reboot

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:59 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): The evil Saeki family is coming to haunt the people again!

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SBL kicks off as Delhi Gladiators beat Haryana Warriors 12-6

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Delhi Gladiators beat Haryana Warriors with a margin of 12-6 in the opening match of the first-of-its-kind boxing league in India, Super Boxing League (SBL) which started off yesterday here in the national capital.

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Edgar Wright reveals where Baby got all sunglasses in 'Baby Driver'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:59 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 8 (ANI): Are you one of those who constantly had this one question while watching 'Baby Driver' - Where is the film's lead actor getting all these sunglasses from?

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Poor sleep and Alzheimer's: Are they linked?

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:52 IST

New York [US], July 8 (ANI): Statistics suggest 45% of the world's population doesn't get enough sleep.

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UTT: Working with Santos, Soumyadeep will be exciting, says Sanil Shetty

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:51 IST

Mumbai [India], July 8 (ANI): The Falcons TTC comprises a strong mix of young and experienced players that makes them a formidable contender at the inaugural edition of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) starting on July 13 in Chennai.

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Women's WC: Indian juggernaut target semifinal berth against Proteas

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:44 IST

Leicester [UK], July 8 (ANI): Riding high on confidence, India will look to extend their winning streak and confirm its place in the semi-finals of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup when they will take on South Africa in their fifth round-robin match at the Grace Road Cricket Stadium, here on Saturday.

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ED raids on Misa Bharti, underway at three locations in Delhi

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 ANI: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday conducted raids on Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter, Misa Bharti's residence in Delhi today, in connection with an ongoing money laundering case.

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Big B revisits `Sholay` days

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): It has been more than 41 years since filmmaker Ramesh Sippy's directorial 'Sholay' got released. Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, today, walked down memory lane and shared a black and white picture with co-star Dharmendra.

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Uttarakhand: Russian prisoner goes on hunger strike

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:31 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), July 08 (ANI): A Russian national, lodged in Uttarakhand's Tehri jail has gone on hunger strike.

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Ashton Kutcher plans to host open dialogue on gender equality

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 10:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher is all set to host a "live open dialog about gender equality in the work place and in tech in general".

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`Are these the ones hurting you`: Putin asks Trump pointing at journalists

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:55 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin flagged off their first meeting by lashing out at the reporters present to cover the 'highly-anticipated' one-on-one entourage.

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SRK has a role in Kabir Khan becoming filmmaker

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Kabir Khan-directorial 'Tubelight' managed to reunite the two superstars of Bollywood on the silver screen after a long time.

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J-K: Two members from same family killed in Pak firing in Poonch

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:33 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 08 (ANI): Two civilians belonging to the same family were killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Poonch Sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

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BJP hits back at Rahul for questioning PM Modi's silence over China

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:33 IST

New Delhi[India],July 8, (ANI): After Congress Vice-president Rahul Gandhi questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence over the China issue, the Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP) on Saturday slammed the former saying that the Centre will never comprise on the ground of India's sovereignty, security and strategic interest.

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Sitting next to President Nieto, Trump re-iterates Mexico will pay for wall

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:33 IST

London [UK], July 8 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday once again lashed out at his Mexican counterpart Enrique Peña Nieto, stating that Mexico would pay for a border wall.

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Expect 'definite tension' with Sansa in season 7: Kit Harrington

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): It looks like there is going to be definite tension between Jon Snow and Sansa Stark in season seven of 'Game of Thrones'.

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Malala Yousafzai debuts on Twitter

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): Malala Yousafzai, a renowned women's rights activist yesterday joined micro-blogging-site Twitter.

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Kannauj perfumers develop 'stink bomb' to tackle stone-pelters in Kashmir

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:02 IST

Kannauj(Uttar Pradesh),July 8, (ANI): Known for distilling of scents and fragrance, Kannauj is set to raise a 'stink' to control stone-pelters in Kashmir Valley.

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Male co-stars have taken pay cuts for me: Emma Stone

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 09:02 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 8 (ANI): It seems like Emma Stone has something in common with Billie Jean King - problem with gender-based pay inequality in their professions.

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Melania tried to end 'overtime' meeting between Trump-Putin

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 08:33 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 08 (ANI): U.S. First lady Melania Trump yesterday was sent in to end the meeting between her husband President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin after it ran overtime, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said.

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Neeta Lulla roped in to design costumes for Kangana Ranaut's `Manikarnika`

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 08:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI)- Fashion designer Neeta Lulla, best known for her outfits in period dramas such as 'Jodha Akhbar', 'Devdas', 'Mohenjo Daro', designer Neeta Lulla has been brought on board as the exclusive costume designer for the highly-anticipated `Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi`featuring Kangana Ranaut.

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J-K: Two army jawans injured in terror attack in Bandipora

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 08:06 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 08 (ANI): Two army jawans were injured in a terror attack in Hajin area of Bandipora on Saturday morning.

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Harbhajan Singh to debut as singer with composer Mithoon

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 08:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Indian Off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is all set to make a debut on a different pitch.

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Already existing medicines may treat infectious diseases, says study

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 08:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): Instead of using new treatment or medicine, a study has recently found that already available medicines may be repurposed alone or in combination with other drugs to treat people during outbreak of bacterial, vira

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Defence experts hail India-China bilateral talks

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 07:25 IST

New Delhi/ Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 08 (ANI): After Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised full cooperation to Chinese President Xi Jinping for the forthcoming Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) summit in China amid standoff over Sikkim, the defence experts on Saturday termed the bilateral talks as "friendly."

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BJP warns Lalu Yadav against making false allegations over CBI raid

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 07:24 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 08 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday warned Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav against making false allegations on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and party president Amit Shah for the raids conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at 12 locations across Patna, Delhi, Gurgaon in connection with a case linked to a hotel maintenance contract awarded by him when he was the Railway Minister in 2006.

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Drinking during pregnancy can risk generations

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 07:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI): Beware moms-to-be, here's another reason to put down that glass of wine or alcohol, as a recent study warns that consuming alcohol during pregnancy can cause abnormalities in the brain and behaviour of the newborn and may also pass on to generations.

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Manchester bomber used student loan to fund terror attack: UK Police

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 07:23 IST

London [U.K.] Jul 8 (ANI): The British Police on Saturday revealed that the man responsible for carrying out the deadly attack in Manchester Arena, purchased the bomb-making materials with student loan money.

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Childhood obesity ups hip disease risk in adolescence

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 07:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 8 (ANI):Attention parents! You may have to take care of your kids' weight as a recent study has warned that childhood obesity can increase risk of hip diseases during adolescence.

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Why does prenatal alcohol exposure up addiction risk?

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): One of the many negative consequences when foetuses are exposed to alcohol in the womb is an increased risk for drug addiction later in life. Neuroscientists are discovering why.

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US to conduct test of THAAD missile defence system

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:37 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.] Jul 8 (ANI): The United States will conduct its long-planned flight test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), an element of the nation's ballistic missile defense system within the next few days.

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Kiran Bedi is against all canons of democracy: DMK

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:16 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 08 (ANI): After the Congress ministers and other leaders observed a day-long fast, demanding the ouster of Puducherry's Lt Governor Kiran Bedi, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Saturday lashed out at the latter asserting that the appointment of the three members is unconstitutional and against all canons of democracy.

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Government needs to be proactive over India-China standoff: Cong

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:14 IST

New Delhi / Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 08 (ANI): After Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi as to why he has not commented regarding the ongoing standoff between India and China in the Doklam sector, the grand old party on Saturday backed the former on his comment asserting that the government needs to become more proactive and matured in taking decision.

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How jealousy plays out between lovers in digital age

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): A team of researchers has studied the jealousy behaviour of men and women when they find infidelity-revealing messages about their partners on the social media.

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US, Russia differ over Trump, Putin's election meddling talk

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 06:06 IST

Hamburg [Germany] Jul 8 (ANI): Following the reports of the US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussing the issue of meddling in the elections, the diplomats of both the counties argued over what both the leaders actually said to each other.

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PM Modi discusses bilateral ties with Japan PM at Hamburg G20 summit

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 05:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): On the margins of the ongoing G-20 summit in Hamburg, Germany, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe on Saturday.

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Soz remarks on Wani shows Cong's doublespeak: BJP

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 05:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 08 (ANI): After Senior Congress leader Saifuddin Soz triggered a controversy with his remarks about Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday lashed out at the grand old party stating that this statement shows the 'doublespeak' of the Congress Party.

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Qatar rejects Saudi-led bloc' allegations, terms it baseless

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 05:32 IST

Doha [Qatar] Jul 8 (ANI): Expressing regret over the recent remark of the Saudi-led Arab states, Qatar said that the accusations levelled against it of supporting terrorism are false and baseless.

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Merkel 'eye-rolling' at Putin takes social media by storm

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 05:29 IST

Hamburg [Germany] July 8 (ANI): As the world leaders gathered to attend the G-20 summit, a candid exchange between Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel took the social media by storm.

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New tuberculosis find paves way for effective treatment

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 05:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): Patients suffering from tuberculosis may soon have a new and effective treatment option, suggests a recent study.

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NASA's Hubble spots 'Hidden Galaxy'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 04:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a hidden galaxy IC 342, which is a challenging cosmic target.

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Litter bugs can save world from running out of chocolate

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 04:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): They may be too small, but according to a recent study, the litter bugs can help protect the world's chocolate supply.

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New way of predicting kidney function can improve cancer therapy

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 04:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with a new statistical model that estimates kidney function in patients with cancer.

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Jennifer Garner 'okay' with ex-Ben Affleck's new romance

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 04:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 8 (ANI): Looks like Jennifer Garner has moved past her split with Ben Affleck as it is being revealed that she's "okay" with her former husband's romance with Lindsay Shookus.

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Lorde loves 'friend' Taylor Swift, but she's not in her squad

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 03:57 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 8 (ANI): Turns out, there's no bad blood between Lorde and Taylor Swift after all.

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Trump 'accepts' Putin's election meddling denial, says Russia

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 03:35 IST

New York [U.S.A.] Jul 8 (ANI): Russian's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that U.S. President Donald Trump has accepted Russian President Vladimir Putin's denials of meddling in the U.S. election.

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Hyderabad: Three-year-old terrifies parents, doctors by crying tears of blood

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 03:33 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 08 (ANI): A three-year-old girl has left her parents and doctors terrified and puzzled with a mysterious condition that causes her to cry tears of blood.

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Global treaty negotiated in UN to ban nuclear arms

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 02:32 IST

New York [U.S.A.] July 8 (ANI): After decades-long effort to prevent a nuclear war, a global treaty has been negotiated, which, if comes to force, would lead to the destruction of all nuclear weapons and prohibition of its use forever.

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FIFA World Cup: India '17 draw throws up intriguing ties

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 01:49 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 08 (ANI): The official draw for the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) U-17 World Cup, which will be played in six venues across India between October 6 and 28, 2017, took place on Friday.

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Blac Chyna seeking restraining orders against Rob K after X-rated tirade

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 01:34 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 8 (ANI): Looks like, Blac Chyna won't let Rob Kardashian get away with his revenge porn rampage as according to her lawyer, she is headed to court to keep him clear of her.

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Kesha reveals Jerry Seinfeld snub left her 'hug-traumatized'

Updated: Jul 08, 2017 01:02 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 8 (ANI): It quickly made its way around the web last month and now, Kesha is breaking her silence about the awkward moment when Jerry Seinfeld failed to recognize her and refused to give her a hug on a red carpet.

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G-20 Leaders' reiterate commitment to fight terrorism, its funding

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:53 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): The G-20 leaders on Friday condemned all terrorist attacks worldwide and reiterated their commitment to the fight against terrorism and its financing.

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Congress MLA throws fish at govt. officer over fishermen issue

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:36 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): Congress MLA Nitesh Rane lost his cool and threw a fish at a senior government officer in a meeting called to discuss problems faced by fishermen in Mumbai.

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22nd Asian Athletics C'ship: India's Muhammed Anas grabs gold

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:16 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 07 (ANI): India's Muhammed Anas won a Gold and Rajiv Arokia took a Silver in Men's 400m event at the 22nd Asian Athletics Championship here.

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Odisha: Husband punished as wife doesn't cast vote in favour of Nayab Sarpanch candidate

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:16 IST

Angul (Odisha) [India], July 07 (ANI): A man in Odisha's Ragudiapada village was was punished by a kangaroo court to beat a gong around 13 villages as his wife did not cast her vote in favour of a Nayab Sarpanch candidate.

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TMC does not want Bengal's grim reality to be exposed: BJP

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:16 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] Jul 7 (ANI): Commenting on the recent episodes of violence in the Baduria and Basirhat areas of West Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) does not want the grim reality of the state to be exposed before the nation.

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Sudheendra Kulkarni backs Mohd. Kaif over his tweet on WB violence

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 23:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): Supporting former cricketer Mohammad Kaif's tweet on Basirhat violence, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sudheendra Kulkarni on Friday said that there should no violence in the name of a prophet, adding peace between Hindus and Muslims should be maintained.

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Finally, Kesha returns with new single 'Praying' in four years

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:45 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 7 (ANI): American singer Kesha has released her first solo single in four years.

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PM Modi highlights India's initiatives for Sustainable Development Goals at G-20

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:44 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G-20 Summit on Friday spoke about India's initiatives for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets through consistent roadmap for implementation and the National Review as per United Nations guidelines.

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Mathura: Four killed as car rammed into divider

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:44 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India] Jul 7 (ANI): At least four were killed on Friday when a car coming from Noida on the Yamuna expressway got thrashed on the divider damaging the vehicle.

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Bihar: Anti-Human trafficking operation team rescues 13 minors, apprehends four traffickers

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:29 IST

Sitamarhi (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): The Anti-Human Trafficking operation team of 20th Battalion Sitamarhi led by Commandant H.B.K Singh yesterday rescued 13 minor boys and apprehended four traffickers from Sitamarhi district's Bairgania Railway Station in Bihar.

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Ben Affleck is reportedly dating Lindsay Shookus

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:24 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 7 (ANI): It seems Oscar-winning actor Ben Affleck has moved on from his former wife, Jennifer Garner, and has begun a new relationship with a producer of 'Saturday Night Live' - Lindsay Shookus.

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Calcutta HC hears PIL on Darjeeling issue

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 22:23 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was heard today on the Darjeeling issue at the Calcutta High Court by the acting Chief Justice Nishita Mhatre's division bench over the deployment of forces in the region.

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IIFA introduces its official merchandise

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 21:43 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 7 (ANI): It's a treat for fans worldwide, as the team behind the forthcoming International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrations in New York on July 14 has announced its official range of merchandise for the event.

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Trump 'honoured' to meet Putin, who is 'delighted'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 21:43 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump met Russia President Vladimir Putin on Friday on the sidelines of the G-20 summit.

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Disabled misses M.Phil test at DU: Delhi HC issues notice against Railways

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 21:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday issued a suo moto notice against the Railways in connection with an incident wherein a disabled student missed his exam due to lack of proper access for disabled passengers to train coaches.

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GST first transparent, democratic process laid down in 60 yrs: J-K Fin. Minister

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 21:25 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 7 (ANI): While announcing that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be implemented in Jammu and Kashmir with effect from Friday midnight, state Finance Minister Haseeb Ahmed Drabu said it is for the first time in 60 years that a transparent, democratic process was laid out for its implementation.

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No GST on credit card bills before June 30: Revenue Secy

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 21:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia on Friday clarified that no Goods and Service Tax (GST) on credit card bills before June 30 would be generated, even if payment due date is in July.

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PM Modi speaks on GST, fight against black money at G-20

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:41 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): Speaking at the first session on global growth and trade at the G-20 Summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted his government's ambitious rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), saying it would create a unified market of 1.3 bn people and build resilience.

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Lalu Yadav tears into PM Modi, Amit Shah, says will break their arrogance

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:38 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav has held Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah responsible for the raids conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at 12 locations across Patna, Delhi, Gurgaon and other places in connection with a case linked to a hotel maintenance contract awarded by him when he was the Railway Minister in 2006.

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Nepal`s RJP-N files application for registration with EC

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:36 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 7 (ANI): The indigenous Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) on Friday filed application for registration in the Election Commission on Friday.

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JD(U) holds Congress responsible for unrest in Kashmir

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 7 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) on Friday held the Congress responsible for the unrest in the Kashmir Valley.

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Ex-servicemen hold TMC responsible for Basirhat violence in letter to Rajnath

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): A delegation of ex-servicemen, ex-judges, ex-bureaucrats on Friday wrote to Home Minister Rajnath Singh seeking a thorough probe into the Basirhat violence, while holding Trinamool Congress (TMC) responsible for creating communal riots in the region.

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Byculla jail case: Police custody of six accused extended till July 14

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 20:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Jul 7 (ANI): The police custody of all the six accused named in the FIR regarding the murder of inmate Manjula Shetye inside the Byculla Jail has been extended till July 14.

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Now, fans can talk to Harry of 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'!

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 19:26 IST

New Delhi (India), July 7 (ANI): The much talked about Harry, Shah Rukh Khan's character from 'Jab Harry Met Sejal,' is all set to have a conversation with you!

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China responds to U.S. bombers flying over South China Sea

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 19:20 IST

Beijing[China], July 7 (ANI): China has reacted after two U.S. long-range supersonic bombers flew over the disputed South China Sea, saying it opposes the use of military force by other countries as an excuse to harm Beijing's sovereignity.

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U.S. First Lady Melania Trump trapped in hotel due to G-20 protests

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 19:13 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): U.S. First Lady Melania Trump was stuck inside a hotel the entire day in Hamburg on Friday due to anti-G-20 protests.

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Paswan says Lalu should blame Nitish for 'woes'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India] July 07 (ANI): Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Friday took a jibe at Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and said if he has to blame someone for his woes then he should blame his ally and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

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J-K Police says social media used to extract information on Army, issues advisory

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 19:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): An advisory has been issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, according to which a few people with fake accounts are operating on the social media and extracting important strategic information.

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Punjab's progressive plan receives support from three Chinese majors

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh recently had a meeting with the delegation of three top-tier Chinese companies namely Dr Alex Li, President of LeEco APAC; Prasoon Sharma, MD of ZTEsoft India and South Asia and Susan Lin, Vice General Manager of Yinlong Energy International.

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Railways hotel tender case: CBI questions Rabri, Tejaswi Yadav

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:53 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday questioned Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's wife and former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi and his son and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejaswi Yadav here.

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Trailer of much awaited film 'Yeh Hai India' launched

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:52 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI NewsVoir): The trailer of the much talked about film 'Yeh Hai India' was launched today.

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Trishneet Arora in GQ's The 50 Most Influential Young Indians list

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Gentlemen's Quarterly (GQ), an international monthly men's magazine based in New York, recently declared GQ's The 50 Most Influential Young Indians. The GQ list comprised of men from all walks of life including film actors, singers, YouTube stars, businessmen, filmmakers and many more, all below the age of 40.

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PM Modi puts forth 11-point action agenda for counter-terrorism at G20

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:38 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking on terrorism, at the G20 Summit here presented an 11-point action agenda for counter-terrorism even as he stated the need to strengthen inter-governmental cooperation amongst the G-20 nations.

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Music becomes remedy for brains!

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi (India), July 7 (ANI): With research advancements taking over the era, a new study talks about the uses of art for crucial learning. According to the research, using background music cues, while doing a significant physical task, develops the brain.

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Dhinchak Pooja becomes India's latest online viral sensation

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Her YouTube channel attracts an average viewership of 2.65 million views per month.

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Day of GST implementation in J-K will be remembered: Mehbooba

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:21 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] Jul 7 (ANI): Ahead of the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the state, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said that the day would be "written in golden words."

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Saudi Foreign Minister says measures against Qatar for its 'benefit' not 'harm'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:20 IST

Cairo [Egypt], July 7 (ANI): Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir has said that the measures taken against Qatar were not aimed at harming it, but instead, helping it as he denounced Doha's alleged support to terrorism at a press conference in Cairo.

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My Muslim faith, way of life reflect peace: AR Rahman

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Music maestro AR Rahman, who has recently completed 25 years in the music industry, expressed his thoughts and beliefs about Islam.

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JD(U) should end alliance with RJD: BJP

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:18 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] Jul 7 (ANI): Hours after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered a criminal conspiracy case against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today said that it is the right time for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to end the alliance of his party, Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)), with the RJD, adding the former's two sons should be sacked without delay.

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Sonika Chauhan murder case: Accused Vikarm Chatterjee sent to police custody

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:18 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): Actor Vikarm Chatterjee, accused in model Sonika Chauhan murder case, was sent to police custody till July 10 by the Alipore Court on Friday.

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Ramola Bachchan takes the 16th edition of Runway Rising a notch higher

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): With the best of Fashion and lifestyle, Ramola Bachchan recently showcased the 16th edition of Runway Rising which provides a platform to young and talented designers along with established top notch- designers/brands to cater to the needs of Delhi's elite crowd.

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India to play their next Test at Galle from July 26

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:06 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 7 (ANI): India's upcoming tour to Sri Lanka, which consists of three Tests, five ODIs and a one-off T20I, will begin with Galle Test on July 26.

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Diebold Nixdorf completes 25 yrs in India; to expand footprint in retail

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in enabling connected commerce across financial and retail industries is already a market leader in the ATM segment in India with over 49 per cent market share and presence in over 4,000 cities and towns.

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The Regreen Chennai- A movement for reviving green cover of the city inaugurated today

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-NewsVoir): THE REGREEN CHENNAI, an intense movement for reviving green cover of the city was inaugurated today (July 7, 2017). THE REGREEN CHENNAI is systematically planned initiative to strengthen and escalate the ongoing many efforts to enhance the green cover of Chennai, specifically in the background of green cover loss caused by cyclone Vardah.

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Esha Deol debuts her baby bump with style

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Mommy to be Esha Deol is enjoying the perks of being a pregger.

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Hyderabad crying out for more shelter homes

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:58 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 7 (ANI): The city of Hyderabad is crying out for more shelter homes for the homeless.

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Hubhopper becomes most downloaded app; tops Apple App store

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Hubhopper, one of India's leading Social content aggregation, discovery and publishing platforms has become the most downloaded app on the Apple app store. The app ranks 'Numero Uno' amongst the week's 'Hottest' apps across all categories.

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Visas might have been denied due to ongoing tension between India, China: India Foundation

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): After Visas were denied to two research fellows of India Foundation, who were to visit China for a bilateral interaction, organisation's director Alok Bansal on Friday said that it might be a repercussion of the ongoing tension prevailing between the two countries.

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KUBE to launch in Mumbai

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-NewsVoir): With its urban, kitschy interiors Mumbai's newest bar and lounge, KUBE, has a lot going for it. With KUBE, CRE8 Enterttainment and Hospittality Pvt. Ltd. bring a quirky and happening bar that encapsulates the essence of Bombay city.

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P.K. Goel denies charges of railways hotel tender scam

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:56 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], July 7 (ANI): In the wake of the Central Bureau of Investigation`s (CBI) enquiry in the hotel tender scam, the former Managing Director, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC), P.K. Goel, who is one of

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India expresses grave concern over North Korea's recent missile test

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): India has expressed concerns after North Korea conducted its first successful test of a long-range intercontinental ballistic missile Hwasong-14 under the supervision of Kim Jong-un and has said that such an action adversely impacts India's national security and undermine international peace and stability.

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Maharashtra CM denies reports of accident

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:20 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): Hours after it was reported on Friday that Devendra Fadnavis had a narrow escape while boarding his helicopter in Alibaug, the Maharashtra Chief Minister denied any occurence of the accident.

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PM Modi interacts with Chinese President Jinping at BRICS informal gathering

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:08 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS leaders' informal gathering on 'a range of issues.'

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`Imagine Dragons` Dan Reynolds is grateful for fans' support

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The highly anticipated album by 'Imagine Dragons' titled 'Evolve' has officially arrived and has already received rave reviews from fans and critics alike.

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India's decathlete Jagtar Singh fails dope test

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:04 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 7 (ANI): India's leading decathlete Jagtar Singh has been tested positive for a banned substance.

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Controlled temperature change inside ears can cure migraine: Study

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 17:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 7 (ANI): Briton researchers have recently found that application of gentle cooling and warming currents, for 20 minutes daily inside the ear canal, can cure migraine.

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Did you know sexual harassment is widespread in primate societies?

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 7 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that males of baboon, including humans, often use long-term sexual harassment to control their mates.

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Rahul Gandhi questions PM Modi over his 'silence' on China issue

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 07 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his silence on the issue with China.

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Treatment of diabetes with 'educated' immune cells

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 7 (ANI): New research has revealed that a treatment called Stem Cell Educator therapy is safe and effective for treating type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

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Government likely to intervene in reduction of GST rates on biodiesel

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Friday assured the Biodiesel industry over reduction of prices for biodiesel and other green energy products under the Goods and Service Tax (GST) taxation regime.

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ISIS calls for 'lone wolf attack' on Wimbledon 2017

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:48 IST

London [U.K.], July 7 (ANI): Intelligence agencies are not taking any chances after a report has emerged about terror outfit ISIS planning to carry out Manchester-style "lone wolf attack" on the ongoing Wimbledon Championship.

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Liam Payne releases his debut music video

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:38 IST

Washington D.C (USA), July 7(ANI): After the split of the famous 'One Direction' band, the singers are up with their solo singles hitting the billboard.

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Obesity in children linked to heavier birth weight: Study

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:37 IST

Washington DC [USA], July 7 (ANI): Recent study has found out that babies, who weighed heavier at birth, are likely to be obese when they are in kindergarten to second grade (age 5 to 8 years).

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Shahid doesn't think I look like Kareena: Alia Bhatt

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Known for her honesty and openness to admit to what she feels, Alia Bhatt has never shied away from accepting that she is a fan of the gorgeous Kareena Kapoor Khan.

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Iggy Azalea bold take on red latex pants

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Iggy Azalea delivered a sizzling performance at the Premios Juventud 2017, with a 'latex' twist.

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Ola, South Western Railway tie-up for Ola Zones across Bengaluru

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Taxi aggregator Ola on Friday announced its three year partnership with South Western Railway to launch dedicated Ola Zones in 12 railway stations including Majestic, Bangalore Cantonment, Yesvantpur, Krishnarajapuram, Yelahanka, Kengeri, Hebbal, Bangalore East, Banaswadi, Whitefield, Byappanahalli, and Malleswaramin the city.

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PeeCee rocks on her Insta posts in black!

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi (India), July 7 (ANI): After the controversial episode incurred with PM Modi over her short dress, Priyanka Chopra reminds her fans that her style is still the best!

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Fire in Pakistan's Kohat market:10 shops gutted

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:29 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI) :As many as 10 shops were reduced to ashes in a major fire in Pakistan's Kohat shoe market.

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Paswan to manufacturers: Make important information on products 'readable'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:28 IST

New Delhi [India] July 7 (ANI): If you manufacture consumer products, you'll have to increase the text size on your product so that important information about your product is readable.

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CRPF takes preventive steps ahead of Burhan Wani death anniversary

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 7 (ANI): A day ahead of the death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has taken preventive measures in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to stop possible disturbances.

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22nd Asian Athletics C'ship: Jauna Murmu reaches to 400 mt hurdles final

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:12 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 7 (ANI): Indian athlete Jauna Murmu reached the final of women 400 metres hurdles on second day of the 22nd Asian Athletics Championship at the Kalinga Stadium here on Friday.

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SC seeks apology from Anurag Thakur for filing false affidavit in contempt case

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday asked the former president of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Anurag Thakur to tender unconditional apology for filing a false affidavit in connection with a contempt case against him.

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BRICS must show leadership on terrorism and global economy:PM Modi

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:08 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI) :AT the informal meeting of BRICS countries, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it is time for BRICS to show leadership in fighting terrorism and playing a major role in the global economy.

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Trump slams 'fake news',says looking forward to meeting Putin

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:03 IST

Hambug [Germany], July 7 (ANI):U.S. President Donald Trump has again slammed mainstream media for not writing accurately about him and covering him negatively, but said he will fight for his country's interests.

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8 women wrestlers to represent India at 2017 Senior World Wrestling C'ship

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 16:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 7 (ANI): Eight women wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Pooja Dhanda, will be representing India at the 2017 Senior World Wrestling Championship.

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India Power expects higher growth trajectory; to improve financial performance

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): India Power Corporation Ltd. on Friday announced expectations over its growth trajectory with setting up and commissioning of another power plant of 36 MW solar in Uttarakhand with an investment of Rs. 225 crore.

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Younis Khan to donate Rs.10m cash reward received from Pak PM

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 15:17 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): After a lot of mayhem over Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's cash award declaration to the Pakistani cricket team for being victorious in ICC Champions Trophy 2017, former cricketer Younis Khan has come up with an appreciable decision to donate the award money of Rs. 10 million to Edhi Foundation.

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Policybazaar.com launches a new campaign for car insurance

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-NewsVoir): Policybazaar.com, India's largest insurance website and comparison portal, has launched a new advertising campaign with the tagline "Policybazaar pe compare karke car insurance khareedo aur Rs. 8000 tak bachao" (compare and buy car insurance on policybazaar, and save up to Rs. 8000). The campaign aims to highlight that spending three minutes on comparing insurance plans of all leading companies on Policybazaar.com can help get the best deal, and saving of a significant amount of money.

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Pakistan accuses Raymond Davis of being an Indian RAW agent

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 15:10 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): Rehman Malik, Pakistan's former interior minister has accused India's intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) for paying CIA contractor Raymond Davis to write the book, 'The Contractor', in order to malign Pakistan's army and democratic institutions.

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SC allows petitioners to mention Aadhaar case before CJI

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the petitioners challenging the making of Aadhaar as mandatory, to mention it before the Chief Justice of India (CJI) for the Constitution bench to hear the matter.

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ED allows plea in Virbhadra's DA case

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Friday allowed the Enforcement Directorate's plea in Disproportionate Assets case involving Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh.

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Madras HC issues stay on investigating FERA case against Dinakaran

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:20 IST

Chennai (India) [India], July 7 (ANI): Providing temporary relief to All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazagham (Amma) faction leader T.T.V. Dinakaran, the Madras High Court on Friday issued stay orders to the Chennai Metropolitan Magistrate court on investigating a Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) case registered against him.

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CBI Lalu raids: Police sound alert fearing RJD retaliation

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:19 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): Bihar Additional Director General of Police S.K. Singhal on Friday said an alert has been issued across the state to prevent any possible political ramification amid the CBI raid on RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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Lalu is a well-known corrupt and not above the law: Rudy

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India] July 07 (ANI): Union Minister of State Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Friday said Rashtriya Janta Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav is a well-known corrupt and not above the law.

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DDCA case: Delhi HC issues notice to Jaitley

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 7 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday issued a notice to Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley over the application filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the DDCA case.

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Jitan Manjhi says Lalu bearing the fruit of his actions

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:05 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): Former Bihar Chief Minister (CM) Jitan Ram Manjhi on Friday said that the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Prasad Yadav is bearing the fruit of his actions and behaviour.

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TMC MLA removed as in-charge of Basirhat following violence

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:04 IST

Basirhat (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): Following violence in West Bengal's Basirhat area over a social media post, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Dipendu Biswas was on Friday removed as the in-charge of the area.

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Bengaluru metro employees call off strike, metro services resumed

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:03 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 7 (ANI): Metro services have been resumed after being temporarily suspended today, due to the metro workers protests, in Bengaluru.

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Anita Dongre makes her presence felt in NYC

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 14:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Ace designer Anita Dongre becomes the first Indian designer to open a flagship store in New York City.

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Being targeted as I have unified opposition against Modi: Lalu

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:53 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday tore into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after the CBI booked him and his family, saying that unleashing the investigative agency against him is an attempt of the saffron outfit and its ideological mentor to make him surrender in front of them.

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Budding Romance for Ben Affleck

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:52 IST

Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): It appears Ben Affleck is starting a new romance!

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We hold upper hand against South Africa, says India's Krishnamurthy

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:51 IST

London [UK], July 7 (ANI): India's Veda Krishnamurthy is confident her side can keep up its perfect record at the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup when it takes on South Africa at Grace Road on Saturday.

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An old connect with Haifa: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:41 IST

Haifa [Israel], July 7 (ANI) : After rapping up his Israel visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi office has posted a tweet on the old connection between Haifa and India.

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Casio to release new EDIFICE watches with solar chronographs

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:41 IST

Hanoi, Vietnam / Toyooka, Japan, July 7 (ANI): Casio Computer Co., Ltd., announced today the release of new additions to its EDIFICE line of high performance sports chronographs that combine dynamic design with advanced technology. The four new EQS-600 models are solar powered chronographs featuring 3D inset dials.

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Magniflex unveils anti-snoring mattress, Magni SmarTech in India

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-NewsVoir): Magniflex, Italy's largest and most innovative mattress company brings the revolutionary technology in Sleep in India as they unveils anti-snoring mattress, Magni SmarTech, the smartest mattress in India.

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BJP's Roopa Ganguly stopped from entering Basirhat

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:22 IST

Basirhat (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Roopa Ganguly, who was heading to Basirhat to take stock of the situation arising out of the violence in the region, was barred from entering the area by security forces on Friday.

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Rediscover the `anokha andaz of asli Hindustani zaika`

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Get set to re-visit our own culinary treasure chest and understand the simplicity yet incredible taste that has evolved in our own backyard with renowned chef Ranveer Brar in the third season of show 'Raja Rasoi'.

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SC stays Uttarakhand HC order giving 'human status' to Ganga

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the Uttarakhand High Court order declaring river Ganga and Yamuna as a juristic person and as a living entity.

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MoMagic bags digital marketing mandate for Super Boxing League

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Boxing in India has for many years been one of the most popular sports and with the launch of Super Boxing League (SBL) with participation from top pugilists from India and abroad, the stage is set for some exciting ring action.

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Japan taps market potential in South East Asia

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Vietnam is predicted to maintain high economic growth supported by domestic demand. Thanks to boom in business investment from Japan!

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Panamagate JIT to submit final report on Sharif family on July 10

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 13:11 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) will submit the final report in connection with the alleged money laundering by the Sharif family on July 10.

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PM Modi in Hamburg to attend BRICS informal meeting, G-20

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:58 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI) :Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend an informal meeting of BRICS leaders expected to last for about 45 minutes. The Prime Minister will thereafter leave for the G-20 Leaders Retreat where the topic of discussion is likely to focus on 'fighting terrorism'.

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Soz's comment glorifying Burhan Wani is 'anti-national': Nirmal Singh

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:58 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), July 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Friday dubbed the statement of senior Congress leader Saifuddin Soz on Burhan Wani as 'anti national' and asserted there is no scope of relief for a terrorist, as he will be dealt in the manner he deserves.

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Questions over Inzamam's Rs. 10 million cash award post Champions Trophy win

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:58 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's announcement of monetary awards to the cricket team and the management post Champions Trophy win has invited a lot of pointing fingers on the decision.

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India Foundation cancels visit to China after visa denied to two junior researchers

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The India Foundation has cancelled its visit to China after two of its junior researchers were denied visas by Beijing.

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Cauvery River pollution: SC gives six months to CPCB to file report

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to file a report within six months time, regarding Tamil Nadu Government's plea, which stated that Karnataka is polluting Cauvery River water.

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Cleartrip hires Indroneel Dutt and Ankit Rastogi as CFO and VP

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): India's leading online travel and leisure activities platform Cleartrip has announced the appointment of Indroneel Dutt and Ankit Rastogi as its CFO and Vice President - Hotels, respectively.

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SC asks Govt. to change approach towards farmers' crisis

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): While hearing a petition filed by the Tamil Nadu Centre for Public Interest Litigation (CPIL), the Supreme today observed that the Government's approach towards the farmers' crisis should be preventive rather than compensatory.

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WB: BJP, Congress, CPI (M) barred from entering violence-hit Basirhat

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:42 IST

Basirhat (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress Party and Communist Party of India (Marxist), that were heading towards violence-hit Basirhat in West Bengal to take stock of the situation, were barred to enter the area by the security force today.

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Oral cancer: treatment and management

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Oral cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in India. India has one of the highest rates of oral cancer in the world with more than 80,000 new cases reported every year across the country.

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BJP hits back at Congress, says anyone who instigates terror would be killed

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): After Congress leader Saifuddin Soz said he would have kept Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani alive if he was in power, the state home minister Hansraj Ahir on Friday said that anyone who instigates terror would be killed.

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Jacqueline shares picture of 'risky' Rishi

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Jacqueline Fernandez has shared a new still from 'A Gentleman' that features Sidharth Malhotra in a 'risky' avatar.

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Rouhani's criticism of the dam project amounts to violation of the Helmand River Treaty : Afghanistan

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:28 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 7 (ANI) : Civil society activists from Afghanistan and residents of different provinces have reacted after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said that dam projects in Afghanistan are damaging the environment.

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CBI asserts 'conspiracy' in Lalu's hotel tender irregularity case

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 7 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday said the basic allegation in the FIR lodged against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, was that a conspiracy was hatched in the tender for development, maintenance and operation of BNR Hotels in Ranchi and Puri.

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Dhoni turns 36, birthday wishes pour in for 'Mr. Helicopter'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, also known as 'Captain Cool' turned 36 today and on the occasion of his birthday, warm wishes poured in on Twitter.

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Vivaan Solar, VISM Group signs contract for 50 KW grid project

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): In a bid to make Gwalior a green city, Vivaan Solar has announced establishing a 50 KW solar power grid at VISM Group of Studies, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.

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Centre has no role in raids conducted against Lalu: Naidu

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Stating that it has become a fashion to level false allegations against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by the opposition, Union Information and Technology Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday clarified that the Government has no role in the current raids underway against former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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No need for 'political tinge', let law take its course: Congress on Lalu raided

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Congress on Friday downplayed the political furore around Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registering a case against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family, and asserted that siphoning political points out of the episode should be avoided, while letting the law take its course.

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Electric vehicle industry wary of FAME-2 rollout

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 12:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles (SMEV) has raised its concern to NITI Aayog Chairman Amitabh Kant, about the confusion on the continuity of the government's incentives and initiatives to promote electric vehicles under FAME 1 (Faster adoption and manufacturing of electric vehicles).

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L&T Technology Services conferred with world quality congress award for quality excellence in planning, processes and systems

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS), a leading global pure play engineering services company, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the World Quality Congress award for 'Quality Excellence in Planning, Processes and Systems', 2017. This recognition by the World Quality Congress (WQC) is a testimony to L&T Technology Services' robust and comprehensive quality proposition as compared to its peers.

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Bangalore metro services temporarily halted after workers protest

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:56 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 7 (ANI): Metro services have been temporarily suspended in Bengaluru, after metro workers protested against the arrest of their colleagues, on Thursday.

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Police seize 1,605 grams of cannabis in Manipur

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:56 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], July 7 (ANI): The narcotic cell of Imphal East district police has confirmed the seizure of around 1,605 kilograms of contraband cannabis worth Rs.1 crore in the international market.

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Thanks to JD (U) for exposing Lalu's hotel tender irregularities: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:51 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushil Modi on Thursday expressed his gratefulness to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, whose party Janata Dal (United) first exposed the case of Delight Marketing, urging him further to sack Deputy Chief Minister Tejasvi Yadav.

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Hussain Nawaz likely to meet Qatar Prince in Doha

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): Hussain Nawaz, the elder son of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is likely to meet Qatar's former premier Prince Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani for discussions on the investigation going on into the Sharif family's assets and allegations of money laundering against it.

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ICC Women's WC: Bates won't take Pak lightly as White Ferns eyes semi-final place

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:43 IST

London [UK], July 7 (ANI): A big win over the West Indies pushed New Zealand back into the top four after four games at the ICC Women's World Cup but captain Suzie Bates knows that every game is crucial ahead of Saturday's clash with Pakistan.

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Pak may get USD 6 billion loan from ADB over next three years

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:42 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): After making an assessment of Pakistan's financing requirements for the period of 2018 to 2021, Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice President Wencai Zhang has hinted that Islamabad could receive approximately USD six billion in new loans over the next three years, but added that this funding would be cleared only on basis of project readiness.

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Would like to carry the momentum in Sunday's T20: Kohli

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:34 IST

Kingston, Jamaica [West Indies], July 7 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has hailed team's "clinical performance" in the fifth and final ODI against West Indies and said that they would like to take the momentum to the lone T20I to be played on Sunday.

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WB: CPI (M) leader Mohammed Salim stopped from entering Basirhat

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:29 IST

Basirhat (West Bengal) [India], July 6 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP Mohammed Salim, who was leading a delegation to Basirhat in West Bengal today, was stopped 50 kilometers before entering the the violence-hit area.

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Russia's Gazprom and Pakistan's OGDC ink deal

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): Russia has also offered to export gas to Pakistan to meet its domestic needs.

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Kashmiri girls undergo self-defence training

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:29 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], July 7 (ANI): Girls from 17 border towns in Jammu and Kashmir recently participated in a Durga Vahini camp, a self defence and personality development exercise, to boost their self confidence and combat readiness against rising terror attacks.

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CBI registers 'criminal conspiracy' case against Lalu

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday registered a case with the charges of criminal conspiracy against the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, on the allegations of awarding the tender for development, maintenance and operation of Hotels at Ranchi and Puri to a Private Company dealing with Hotels in the year 2006.

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Veda Krishnamurthy brings the spark for India

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 11:04 IST

London [UK], July 7 (ANI): Despite Mona Meshram having been in comparatively better form than Veda Krishnamurthy in the lead up to the ICC Women's World Cup, it was a bit surprising when Veda was not named in the team for the opening game against England.

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Burhan Wani death anniversary: Security beefed up as Valley on high alert

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:59 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), July 7 (ANI): A day ahead of former Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani's death anniversary, authorities have beefed up security in the Valley to prevent terrorists and separatists from observing the day.

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McCain's warning reflects changing mood in Washington towards Pakistan

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:59 IST

Washington [United States], July 7 (ANI): The political mood in the United States, and particularly in national capital Washington, may change or shift with regard to Pakistan.

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Would have kept Burhan Wani alive: Congress' Saifuddin Soz

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:54 IST

Mumbai(Maharashtra) [India], July. 7 (ANI): Congress leader Saifuddin Soz on Friday said that he would have kept Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani alive if it was in his power.

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Internet services restored in Kashmir

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:39 IST

Srinagar (Kashmir) [India], July 7 (ANI): The internet services that were suspended in Kashmir on Thursday have been restored.

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Amid CBI raids on Lalu, Nitish in huddle with senior officers

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:35 IST

Nalanda (Bihar) [India], July. 7 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday called senior officials for a meeting in Nalanda's Rajgir, amid the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raids against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) cheif Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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Sharif says family is clean, nothing to fear from Panamagate probe

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:34 IST

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], July 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that the ongoing victimization of his family in connection with the Supreme Court-ordered Panama Gate investigations is having an overall negative impact across Pakistan.

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CBI acting as BJP's alliance partners: RJD on raids against Lalu

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 7 (ANI): Hours after RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav came under the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) scanner, the party on Friday asserted that the Central agencies were acting as alliance partners of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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CBI raids Lalu: Nitish cannot afford to remain silent now, says BJP

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:21 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 7 (ANI): After the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted raids on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's residences today, Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday urged Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to break his silence on the issue and clear his stand about his alliance with the former.

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FIA official arrested for sexual assault on foreigner at Islamabad Airport

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:18 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 7 (ANI): A Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) assistant director has been placed under arrest for allegedly harassing an Afghan national sexually at the Islamabad Airport here.

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Resolution published conveying Centre's recommendation of 7th Pay Commission on allowances

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 10:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7, (ANI): The resolution conveying the government's decision on the recommendation of the Seventh Central Pay Commission on allowances, was published in Gazette of India yesterday.

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Polish President rejects reports of his wife 'snubbing' Trump

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 09:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 7 (ANI): After the internet exploded with the video of Polish First Lady appearing to snub Trump's handshake offer and greeting Melania instead, Polish President Andrzej Duda has cleared the air over the seemingly awkward development.

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WB: Congress, BJP, Left delegations to visit violence-hit areas

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 09:20 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): A delegation of opposition parties will visit the violence-hit areas of North 24 Parganas district today.

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Trump looking to choke North Korea's financial supply

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 09:08 IST

Washington D.C.[US], July 7, (ANI): Days after North Korea announced that it had launched a missile capable of striking the United States, the U.S. government is attempting to seize millions of dollars tied to Pyongyang from eight major banks.

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Mumbai: College student raped in moving car

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 09:08 IST

Mumbai [India], July 7 (ANI): A college girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped inside a moving car in suburban Charkop in Mumbai yesterday.

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You can't introduce random initiatives: Opposition to Yogi on 'shagun' contraceptives

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 08:24 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): With the Uttar Pradesh government planning to provide contraceptives and condoms to newlywed couples as 'shagun', the Opposition on Friday condemned the act stating that rather than concerning on other important issues in the country, the Centre is keen on the least important matters.

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Kapil Mishra vs AAP: Court to hear plea seeking enquiry on corruption charges today

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 08:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Delhi Lokayukta Court on Friday will hear plea seeking enquiry on corruption charges leveled by former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leader Satyendra Jain.

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Sonika Chauhan murder case: Actor Vikarm Chatterjee arrested

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 08:00 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): Actor Vikarm Chatterjee was arrested from his Kasba residence late night yesterday, in connection with the murder case of model Sonika Chauhan who passed away in a car crash in April.

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Trump, Merkel start with 'tense' handshake in G-20 summit

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:57 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday shared a handshake here in the form of a pre-G20 meeting.

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Hotel tender irregularity: CBI files case against Lalu Yadav, conducts searches

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:54 IST

Mumbai [India], July. 7 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday registered a case against then Railway Minister Lalu Prasdad Yadav on the allegations of awarding the tender for development, maintenance and operation of Hotels at Ranchi and Puri to a Private Company dealing with Hotels in the year 2006.

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Egypt blames Qatar for human suffering in Syria, Libya

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:31 IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], July 7 (ANI): Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has blamed Qatar for human suffering in several parts of Syria and Libya.

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Section 144 seems to be imposed only for Hindus, not Muslims: BJP

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:28 IST

New Delhi, Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday slammed the West Bengal Chief Mamata Banerjee asserting that section 144 seems to be imposed only for Hindus and not for Muslims because the police are investigating the matter only with Hindus not Muslims who are actually creating the rift.

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'Go heavy on sticks and light on carrots with terror-friendly Pakistan: U S Expert

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:15 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 7 (ANI): Pakistan's sanctuary, support, and employment of insurgents and terrorists is a strategic impediment to ending the war in Afghanistan, according to a former U.S. Army officer, Col. Robert Cassidy, who has dealt with Islamabad while in service.

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Iraqi court reopens after three-year closure

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:05 IST

Baghdad [Iraq], July 7 (ANI): The Nineveh Court of Appeals in eastern Mosul reopened after a three-year closure.

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BJP slams Kerala CM for 'anti-national sentiments'

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): After Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Israel visit by calling it 'anti-terrorism ally with a terrorist state', the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday lashed out at the former stating that this remark shows he has anti-national sentiments and the left in known for it.

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Germany: 76 people hurt in clashes with police over G-20 protest

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 07:01 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): As many as 76 people were hurt in clashes with the German police here after the security force used water cannons on the people protesting against the G-20 summit taking place in the city were pelting them with water bottles.

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Surveying sea floor animals for offshore renewable energy

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 06:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): There is growing interest in developing offshore wind and wave energy facilities in the Pacific Northwest. But not much is known about the sediment and animal life along the sea floor in the region.

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60 new 'hot Jupiter' candidates spotted

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 05:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): A team of researchers has identified a cosmic barbecue, where 60 potential new "hot Jupiters" are glowing like coals on a grill while orbiting only 1% of Sun-like stars.

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Vitamin D can help soothe sun-ravaged skin

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 05:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): If you are experiencing pain from sunburn, you may want to reach for some vitamin D to soothe your discomfort, according to a recent study.

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Top Senate Democrats urge Trump to confront Putin on election interference

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 05:28 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 7 (ANI): Five top Democratic senators urged U.S. President Donald Trump to confront Russian President Vladimir Putin in his upcoming bilateral meeting over his election meddling and warn against further interference.

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At least 28 dead in brutal gang fight in Mexico prison

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 05:06 IST

Mexico City [Mexico], July 7 (ANI): At least 28 people died after a brutal fight broke out in the Mexican Pacific resort of Acapulco prison.

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Karnataka: Three killed in collision between truck, bike

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:58 IST

Gulbarga (Karnataka) [India], July 7 (ANI): At least three people were killed after a collision between a truck and bike in Karnataka's Gulbarga.

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Over 39 thousand people homeless as Assam floods worsen

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:55 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 7 (ANI): Fourteen districts of Assam are in the grip of floods, nearly 39,753 people have been affected by it so far.

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SC likely to pass order against mandatory Aadhaar for social schemes

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday is likely to pass an order whether or not Aadhaar Card is mandatory for availing government social benefit schemes.

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BCCI contempt case: SC likely to pass order today

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday is likely to pass an order against former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Anurag Thakur in connection with a contempt case against him for filing a false affidavit in the top court.

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Delhi: Life imprisonment to two for rape, murder

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): A Delhi Court has awarded life imprisonment to two taxi drivers for gang-raping and killing a woman in the national capital.

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Soon, 'lower-cost', 'more eco-friendly' electric car battery

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with a new material that can help cut the battery costs for the electric cars and cellphones.

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Pokemon GO making world a healthier place

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 04:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): One year ago, Pokemon GO managed to get people off their sofas and send them hiking through parks, meandering into streets and walking for miles in search of the cute little digital characters.

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Global ocean vital signs are stable, but bill of health isn't clean

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 03:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): The health record of world's oceans is here and according to it, their vital signs have remained relatively stable over the past five years.

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Clumps of new stars 'spotted' in a galaxy far, far away

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 03:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): A team of astronomers has pushed NASA's Hubble Space Telescope beyond its limits to spot the clumps of new stars in a distant galaxy.

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New tool can detect small stroke-causing clots

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 03:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): Blood clots in veins and arteries can lead to heart attack, stroke and pulmonary embolism and now a team of scientists has come up with a method of detecting the likelihood of small thrombi better than the current tests.

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Distracted during breastfeeding? You are not alone

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 03:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 7 (ANI): A recent study has revealed about the technology trap that often distracts new mothers while they breast/bottle-feed their babies.

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PM Modi reaches Germany to attend G-20 Summit

Updated: Jul 07, 2017 00:28 IST

Hamburg [Germany], July 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reached Hamburg to attend the G-20 Summit.

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Guv Vohra conveys concurrence of J-K Govt. to draft Presidential order

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra on Thursday recorded concurrence to draft Presidential Order, approved by the State Government.

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No media censorship, but no monopoly either for cable networks or TV channels: Punjab CM

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:38 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 6 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday categorically ruled out any censorship against Fastway/PTC News or any other cable or media organisation, but made it clear that action would be taken against them if charges of tax violations by them are found true.

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Punjab CM orders crackdown on forces destabilising harmony in state

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:38 IST

Chandigarh [India], July 6 (ANI): The Punjab Police on Thursday filed a case against three USA-based persons, including the Legal Advisor of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), along with two persons based in India, on charges of sedition, promoting enmity and criminal conspiracy, after Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh ordered a crackdown on the outfit amid complaints by the local people of deliberate attempts to vitiate the state's atmosphere.

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Kingston ODI: Shami picks four as India restrict Windies on 205

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:13 IST

Kingston [West Indies], July 6 (ANI): Mohammed Shami picked up a four-wicket haul as India restricted West Indies on 205-9 in the fifth and final ODI here at the Sabina Park here on Thursday.

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Punjab CM writes to PM Modi seeking bonus on Paddy to check stubble burning

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:09 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 6 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Thursday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a bonus of Rs. 100 per quintal on Paddy, in addition to its Minimum Support Price (MSP) to check stubble burning.

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Arunachal: Wreckage of missing IAF ALH found

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The wreckage of the Indian Air Force (IAF) Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), deployed for lifting people stranded due to road blockage, which went missing, along with three crew members, between Sagalee and Itanagar districts of Arunachal Pradesh, was spotted by the state police on Thursday.

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Liam Payne's `Strip That Down` dance video ft Quavo is out!

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The British singer and songwriter Liam Payne has recently released a brand new video for his first solo single 'Strip that down' featuring American rapper Quavo.

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Piyush Goyal says GST is in national interest

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 22:38 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday hailed the Centre's decision to implement Goods and Services Tax (GST), saying that it is in public and national interest.

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J-K: Police directs blocking of social media sites until further notice

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 22:32 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): In view of the apprehension of misuse of Internet services by anti-national elements, the Jammu and Kashmir Police has directed the nodal officers of various telecom organisations to block all social media sites on lease line and if it's not possible, shutdown the services in the Valley.

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I am Bihar's daughter, but entire nation belongs to me: Meira Kumar

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 22:15 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 6 (ANI): Opposition's presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Thursday, while maintaining that she is Bihar's daughter and that Bihar is in her heart, said that the entire nation belongs to her as she took birth on the soil of this country.

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Paes-Shamasdin bow out of Wimbledon after marathon first round loss

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 22:14 IST

London [UK], July 6 (ANI): India's veteran tennis star Leander Paes and his Canadian partner Adil Shamasdin were knocked out of the Wimbledon after facing a first round defeat in a grilling five-set encounter against Austria's Julian Knowle and Philipp Oswald here on Thursday.

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Rob Kardashian's Insta account deleted for posting Chyna's nude pics

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 22:14 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 6 (ANI): For posting explicit pictures of his former fiancee Blac Chyna, Robert Kardashian's Instagram account has been deleted.

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Will be real challenge to follow Misbah, admits Sarfraz

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:48 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): Newly appointed Test skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has admitted that it will be a real challenge for him to follow the footsteps of his predecessor and Pakistan's most successful captain Misbah-ul-Haq in the longest format of the game.

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Teenager given life imprisonment over planning to bomb Elton John concert in London

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:48 IST

London [U.K.], July 6 (ANI): A 19-year Briton, Haroon Syed, has been awarded life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years and six months.

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Bhandarkar says 'Indu Sarkar' is fictitious, not a documentary

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has censured the controversy surrounding his upcoming directorial venture 'Indu Sarkar' and has asserted that the movie is not a documentary, but a work of fiction.

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DCW rescues sex-worker from GB Road

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:19 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) rescued a 27-year-old Nepalese girl from a brothel on Garstin Bastion Road after receiving a tip-off from a man who was in love with her.

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Lauren Conrad, William Tell welcome first born baby

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:16 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 6 (ANI): American television personality Lauren Conrad welcomed his baby boy, Liam James, with husband William Tell.

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Kerala CM condemns PM Modi's visit to 'terrorist' state Israel

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Israel visit, saying that forming an 'anti-terrorism ally with a terrorist state' is not a fun thing to do.

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India shouldn't get carried away by FIFA rankings: Constantine

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): As India achieved their second-best FIFA Ranking ever by reaching at 96th spot and as connoisseurs start to mention about coach Stephen Constantine having a 'magic wand,' the man himself has insisted that it is all about teamwork.

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NC to boycott remaining Legislative session due to 'anti-people, vague' GST

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:08 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): The National Conference on Thursday asserted that the 'vague, ambiguous and anti-people resolution passed by the State legislature to extend the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to Jammu and Kashmir' was an unequivocal compromise with the special status of the state and amounts to a surrender of the fiscal autonomy of the state as guaranteed by the Constitution of India.

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22nd Asian Athletics C'ship: Manpreet Kaur wins gold, Vikas Gowda bags bronze

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 21:08 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 6 (ANI): India's Manpreet Kaur won a gold medal in the women's shot put event at the ongoing 22nd Asian Athletics Championship in Odisha's Bhubaneswar on Thursday.

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Dickwella, Gunathilaka drive Sri Lanka home against Zimbabwe

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:40 IST

Hambantota [Sri Lanka], July 6 (ANI): Sri Lanka pulled off a resounding eight-wicket win in the third ODI at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota to take 2-1 lead in the five-match series against Zimbabwe on Thursday.

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GST Impact: Nissan India slashes ex-showroom price by three pct

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Owing to the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1, Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. on Thursday announced that it will pass on the benefits of the GST to its customers pan India, with an average price reduction of three percent on the company's products, depending on the city and model specification.

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'To PM Modi with deepest friendship': Netanyahu's parting gift is a signed photograph

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a special souvenir to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the form of a signed photograph of the two saying, "To Prime Minister Narendra Modi with deepest friendship

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Fully prepared for any kind of situation: J-K DIG CRPF

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:29 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): With recent and recurrent reports of instability in the Kashmir Valley, the Jammu and Kashmir's Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has said that they are fully prepared and ready to deal with any kind of situation.

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'One Solution' for all GST, income tax compliance

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Taxmann, an authorised Goods and Services Tax (GST) Suvidha provider with the domain expertise of over five decades, has upgraded its GST compliance software as 'One Solution' with simplified invoicing system. 'One Solution' is for all GST and income-tax compliance.

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Djokovic powers into third round of Wimbledon

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:29 IST

London [UK], July 6 (ANI): World number two Novak Djokovic on Thursday eased through to the third round of Wimbledon after registering a straight-sets win over Adam Pavlasek of the Czech Republic.

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Hockey India alleges fixing attempts during HWL Semis

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Hockey India has filed an official complaint over match-fixing attempts with the Federation of International Hockey (FIH).

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Venkaiah Naidu lambasts Mamata for criticising WB Governor

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:04 IST

New Delhi [India] July 06 (ANI): Union Information and Technology Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday lambasted West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her public criticism of state's Governor.

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Mallya extradition case: Liquor baron says has been living in England since 1992

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:04 IST

London [United Kingdom], July 6 (ANI): Liquor baron Vijay Mallya on Thursday, when asked why he ran away from the Indian judiciary, remained defiant on his decamping to the U.K., and responded by saying he has "been living in England since 1992."

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India, Israel vow to increase trade volume to USD 20 billion by 2022

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 20:04 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel] July 6, (ANI): India and Israel have committed to increase the amount of trade volume from existing USD 4 billion to USD 20 billion over the next five years. To realize this goal, the CEO's Forum of both countries signed 12 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in the field of pharma, life-sciences, digital technologies, IT & ITES, start-ups and innovation, defence and homeland security.

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Gemalto lauded by Frost & Sullivan for leadership in encryption, data protection

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Gemalto on Thursday was awarded the Frost & Sullivan 2017 Encryption and Data Protection Technology Leadership Award.

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Government plans to create 65 million jobs by 2026: Dattatreya

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi (India), 6 July, (ANI): The Union government is going to amalgamate, simplify and rationalise into four labour courses out of 44 existing labour laws and also plans to create 65 million jobs by 2026. Union Labour and Employment Minister Bandaru Dattatreya on Thursday said at an ASSOCHAM event held in New Delhi.

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Diana Hayden to be the face of real estate project 'Estilo Patio' in Goa

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI-NewsVoir): Estilo Patio, in association with Mini Homes on Thursday signed former Miss World Diana Hayden as the brand ambassador and face of their high end luxury brand. It is important for any brand to be able to bring on board the perfect brand ambassador for their product, who will be able to connect their individuality with the brand and eventually attract customers. One such perfect match is the pair of celebrity Diana Hayden and Estilo Patio, a flagship project by Estilo Moderno Realty.

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Before GST, nation was politically integrated, not economically: Jaitley

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has integrated the country by bringing the states together and instilling uniformity in the taxation system.

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Manipur witnesses development under BJP

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:29 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], July 6 (ANI): After four months of the Bharatiya Janata Pary (BJP) Government in Manipur, major steps for public welfare have been taken in the state.

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Anurag Kashyap's 'Mukkabaaz' to release on Nov 10

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is all set to return as director with his new film "Mukkabaaz", which is scheduled to release on November 10.

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Twin terror attacks repulsed by Libyan forces in Sirte

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:23 IST

Tripoli [Libya], July 6 (ANI):Two terror attacks - one by Daesh fighters and another by forces led by commander Khalifa Haftar were repulsed by the forces loyal to Libya's Tripoli-based UN-backed unity government in the north-central city of Sirte.

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Uphaar tragedy case: Delhi Court reserves order for July 19

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Thursday reserved its order on the Delhi Police's plea seeking that real estate tycoons Gopal Ansal and Sushil Ansal should take permission before leaving the country for July 19 in the Uphaar Tragedy case.

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Surprising accused got security, witness didn't: 1984 Anti-Sikh riots' witness' counsel

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The counsel for the victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, H.S. Phoolka, on Thursday said that it was surprising that the accused had got "50 security guards, while the prime witness has got none."

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Independence Day stampede kills seven children in Malawi

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:18 IST

Lilongwe [Malawi], July 6 (ANI): A stampede at Independence Day celebrations in Malawi on Thursday killed eight people, of which seven were children, and injured 42 others.

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RBI to banks: Ensure customer protection during electronic transactions

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:18 IST

Mumbai [India], July 6 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday issued a circular to banks across the country to ensure protection of their customers from unauthorized and fraudulent electronic banking transactions.

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Windies opt to bat in final ODI against India

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 19:12 IST

Kingston [West Indies], July 6 (ANI): West Indies won the toss and opted to bat first in the fifth and final ODI of the series at the Sabina Park here on Thursday.

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Manipur artiste on a mission to revive folk

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:54 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], July 6 (ANI): Mangka Mayanglambam is a Manipuri folk, classical and contemporary song performer and a pena player, who is singing her way to glory, taking the Manipur folk music to places.

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Rise in sericulture weaving in Meghalaya

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:52 IST

Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], July 6 (ANI): Sericulture weaving leads way to untapped potential of handlooms in Meghalaya.

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Mysore District Administration clueless about saree dress code

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:52 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 6 (ANI): The Mysore district administration said Thursday that it had no information about a 'saree dress code' circular issued by the regional joint commissioner of collegiate education.

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Chidambaram continues tirade against GST, points out loopholes

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Training guns at the Centre Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Thursday came up with a series of loopholes that he claims the present Goods and Services Tax (GST) has.

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Ed Sheeran denies quitting Twitter

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:39 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 6 (ANI): Singer Ed Sheeran has cleared the air that he has not quit Twitter yet, as was earlier reported, but has become sick of the negative and abusive comments from trolls.

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India saving huge cost with energy efficient LEDs, fans and tube lights

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi, [India] July 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government's initiative to 'Make India Energy Efficient' is in full swing and yielding good results.

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India, Israel firms ink 12 strategic business MoUs worth over USD 4.3 billion: FICCI

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:39 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 6 (ANI): To revitalize and steer Indo-Israel economic and investment relations, the first formal meeting of India-Israel CEOs forum was organized here on Thursday to coincide with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel.

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Puducherry CM says Centre violating Constitution

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): In the wake of three Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members being sworn in as MLAs by Puducherry Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi, the Chief Minister of Puducherry V. Narayanaswamy has accused the Centre of violating the Constitution.

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Revenue Secretary Adhia chairs first 'GST Master Class'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia on Thursday chaired the first Goods and Services Tax (GST) Master Class, a series of sessions aiming to assist taxpayers and traders adapt better to the new tax regime.

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World Animal Protection Report reveals exploitation of thousands of Elephants in Asian Countries, including India

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI-NewsVoir): Countries in Asia, including India, continue to grow the captive elephant industry for elephant rides and performances to meet irresponsible tourist demands.

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Vietnam wants India to be part of force trying to counter China

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Vietnam wants India to balance power and be part of the force that is trying to counter China.

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EU, Japan issue political agreement to reach free trade deal

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:16 IST

Brussels [Belgium], July 6 (ANI): Donald Tusk, President of the European Council, Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission, and Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan on Thursday signed a "political agreement" in Brussels where they agreed to a free trade pact ahead of the G-20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany.

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SC on farmer policies: Move from paper to implementation

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India] July 6 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday expressed deep concern over the farmers' suicides in India and said that now time has come to move from paper to the implementation of the pro-farmer policies.

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India to host first Career and College Counseling Awards

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI-Businesswire India): IC3 Awards, India's first ever career and college counseling awards will be held at the 2017 Annual International Career and College Counseling Conference on 30 August at the JW Marriott, New Delhi.

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BCCI to announce name of new India coach before Lanka Tour

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:50 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 6 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) senior official Rajeev Shukla on Thursday said that the board will announce the name of the new head coach before Team India's tour to Sri Lanka which begins July 23.

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Nearly 15 pct growth in direct tax collections for fiscal 2017-18: CBDT

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Provisional figures for direct tax collections up to June, 2017 show net collection at Rs. 1.42 lakh crore, which was 14.8 percent higher than net collection for the corresponding period of last year.

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BJP demands Mamata's resignation, forms committee to review violence-affected areas

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:43 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 6 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said West Bengal Chief Mamata Banerjee is unable to administer the law and order situation in the state, and therefore, they would demand her resignation.

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Landslide in Uttarakhand kills five

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:32 IST

Uttarakhand (Pithoragarh) [India] July 5 (ANI): As many as five people were killed in a landslide that took place due to heavy rainfall near Dharchula-Twaghat motorway in Uttarakhand.

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AIFF congratulates India over surge in FIFA Rankings

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has congratulated the national team after they achieved their second-best FIFA Ranking ever by reaching the 96th spot.

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Japan looking to explore market potential in South-East Asia

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Japan is looking to explore market potential in South-East Asia.

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India scared of playing Pakistan in bilateral series, claims Shaharyar Khan

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:21 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): Outgoing Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has taken a jibe at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), saying India are scared of Pakistan after losing the Champions Trophy final and that's why the Men in Blue don't play their arch-rival in bilateral series.

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12 Porsches set on fire in Hamburg ahead of G-20 summit

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:21 IST

Moscow [Russia], July 6 (ANI) :As many as 12 sports cars were set ablaze at a Porsche Center in Eidelstedt, Hamburg, on Thursday morning in a suspected G-20-related arson attack.

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We have work to do for Bihar unlike 'unemployed' Sushil Modi: Tejasvi Yadav

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:15 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 6 (ANI): Unaffected by the allegations levelled by Sushil Modi, Bihar deputy Chief Minister Tejasvi Yadav on Thursday said they have much more important work to do for the state unlike the 'unemployed' Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader.

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Anurag Basu opens more about 'Jagga Jasoos' creation

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:15 IST

New Delhi [India] July 6, 2017: Our childhood always remains with us; even the changing dates and calendars of time cannot wash off those memories.

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Anurag Basu explains conception of Ranbir Kapoor as 'Jagga Jasoos'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 17:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Jagga Jasoos has been in news for all the reasons, be it the fact of seeing ex-couple Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif after their much-talked-about breakup.

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CEO forum aimed at greater cooperation, reach 20 billion trade in five years: Officials

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:57 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 6 (ANI): Ahead of meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday officials of the Indo-Israel CEO forum said that the goal of the establishment of the forum is greater business cooperation to reach 20 billion trade mark in the next five years.

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North Korea will face consequences, warns Trump

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:56 IST

New York [U.S.] , July 6 (ANI):U S President Donald Trump has called on all nations to confront the 'global threat' of North Korea and pledged that Pyongyang will face repercussions over its recent ballistic missile launch.

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Man Utd agree 75m pound Lukaku deal with Everton

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:56 IST

London [UK], July 6 (ANI): Manchester United had agreed a deal to sign Everton striker Romelu Lukaku for a fee of 75 million pound.

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Additional Judges for Allahabad, Punjab and Haryana HCs announced

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Ministry of Law and Justice on Thursday notified appointment of additional judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Allahabad High Court.

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1984 riots case: Witness ready to undergo polygraph test on condition of security cover

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The witness in the anti-Sikh Riots case on Thursday submitted before a Delhi court that he is ready for polygraph test on the condition that he is provided security cover.

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Mojo Networks launches 'WiFi Think Fest' contest for students

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Mojo Networks, a pioneer in cloud-managed Wi-Fi launched its first 'Wifi Think Fest' for students across India. The contest is an attempt to encourage students to take an out-of-the-box approach towards developing new applications of WiFi technology.

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No mention of meeting with Jinping on G-20 sidelines in PM Modi's official schedule

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of Argentina, Canada, Italy, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, United Kingdom and Vietnam on sidelines of the G-20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany.

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Jennifer Lopez treats her fans with new Spanish single 'Ni Tu Ni Yo'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): Jennifer Lopez is all set to take her fans on a fun ride with her new song now, "Ni Tu Ni Yo".

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HRW urges B'desh Govt. to end disappearances, secret detentions

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:30 IST

New York [United States], July 6 (ANI): The New York based Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged the Bangladesh Government to immediately stop widespread practice of enforced disappearances and secret detentions.

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Yogendra Yadav, Medha Patkar detained during farmers' rally in Mandsaur

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 16:18 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 6 (ANI): Swaraj Abhiyan chief Yogendra Yadav, activists Medha Patkar, Paras Saklecha and others were detained by police during a farmers rally in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh.

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Divyam Mehta's designs: Ode to modern men

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The menswear market in India has really changed in the past few years, with them realising the importance of dressing up and opting for designer wears.

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Two day police conference held in Guwahati to discuss infiltration in North East

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:47 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 6 (ANI): A two-day police conference that saw the participation of police and paramilitary chiefs from the northeastern states and the Centre in Assam's Khanapara area focused on infiltration and border related issues in the north eastern region.

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BNP leader gunned down in Quetta

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:46 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): Balochistan National Party (BNP) leader Malik Naveed Dehwar, along with his guard, was killed after an unidentified gunmen opened fire, while the two were travelling in the former's car through Quetta's Arbab Khan Road.

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TMC, BJP creating polarisation in West Bengal: CPI(M)

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Thursday said the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were creating polarisation over Baduria communal violence, which started over an objectionable post on Facebook about a holy site.

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Moglix raises USD 12 m to enable fuel expansion, technology development

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Moglix, a B2B e-commerce start-up on Thursday announced the closing of Series B round of funding at USD 12 Million. The round saw participation from International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group and Rocketship.vc, along with Moglix's existing investors- Accel Partners, Jungle Ventures, Shailesh Rao, ex-VP Twitter and Google, and Venture Highway advised by Neeraj Arora of Whatsapp.

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China signs deal to buy 140 aircraft from Airbus

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:19 IST

Beijing [China], July 6 (ANI): Europe's largest aerospace company Airbus SE has signed an agreement to supply 140 aircraft to China and wide-body jets worth $22.8 billion at list prices. There are also talks to buy more A-380 super jumbos.

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Russia's Daniil Medvedev faces punishment after throwing coins at umpire's chair

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:19 IST

London [UK], July 6 (ANI): Russia's Daniil Medvedev, who had sensationally knocked out U.S. Open champion Stan Wawrinka of Wimbledon, is facing disciplinary action from tournament officials after he threw coins at the chair of the umpire during a bizarre outburst at the end of his second round defeat.

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India soar to 96th in FIFA Rankings, second highest ever

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Indian football team's surge in FIFA rankings continued as they climbed up by four places to an unprecedented 96th spot, their second-best ranking of all time.

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Not matter of much concern, will take stringent action: JK Police on missing jawan

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:09 IST

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 06 (ANI): After a jawan went missing with AK-47 from his camp in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla's Gantmulla today, GoC Kilo force A K Singh on Thursday said that this is not a matter of much concern and they will take stringent step so that it won't repeat.

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Alastair Cook reveals toughest bowlers he has faced

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:04 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 6 (ANI): Former England Test skipper Alastair Cook has rated Australian seamer Stuart Clark and the Pakistan pace pair of Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif as the toughest bowlers he faced in his international career.

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No Modi-Jinping meeting on G-20 summit sidelines

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:04 IST

Beijing [China], July 6 (ANI): There will be no bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit in Hamburg as Beijing has said that "the atmosphere is not right" for a formal or bilateral meeting between both the leaders

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SC seeks EC's reply on conducting Gujarat assembly elections through VVPAT machine

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 06 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday sought response from the Election Commission (EC) on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking to conduct coming Gujarat assembly election through the Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machine.

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Kyocera introduces 'Torque G03' rugged Smartphone in Japan

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 15:00 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 6 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation on Thursday announced the release of Torque G03, a rugged Smartphone with advanced features supporting a wide range of uses.

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Swamy files PIL seeking court-monitored probe in Sunanda Pushkar case

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Delhi High Court in the Sunanda Pushkar case, seeking a court monitored probe and re-investigation by the Delhi Police.

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Karnataka's anti-Hindi row now also includes English

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:43 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] July 06 (ANI): After Hindi, now English is facing the heat of pro-Kannada activists in Karnataka.

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Kyocera launches 3-kW oxide fuel cell for institutional cogeneration

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:42 IST

Tokyo [Japan], July 6 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation on Thursday announced the launch of the industry's first three-kilowatt solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) cogeneration system for institutional applications.

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Real estate developer Chintels announces project completion, handover of company's first group housing project 'Chintels Paradiso'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI-NewsVoir): Chintels India Ltd. (CIL) a real estate development company in the process of developing over 600 acres of self-owned prime land in and around Dwarka Expressway bordering and including Delhi, announced the completion and commencement of handover of its first development 'Chintels Paradiso', a group housing project in Sec 109, New Gurgaon.

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Andrew Garfield comes out as 'gay man' who doesn't has 's** with men'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): It looks like Andrew Garfield seems to believe that you can be a "gay man" without even having "s** with men".

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Sweden to host 'man free' music festival

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): It looks like Sweden is all set to host a 'man-free' music festival in response to rape and sexual assault claims at festivals.

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Indian athletes begin impressively at 22nd Asian Athletics Championships

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:12 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 6 (ANI): Indian interests on the opening day of the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships were high with national record holder Muhammed Anas easing into the semi-finals of the men's 400m in the morning session.

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Nomination of BJP members as MLAs against cooperative federalism: Puducherry CM

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanswamy on Thursday said that the nomination of three Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members as MLAs by Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi is against principles of cooperative federalism.

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Dynamatic Technologies, IAI & Elcom sign strategic teaming agreement for industrial cooperation

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:11 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 6 (ANI): Dynamatic Technologies Ltd (DTL), Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (IAI), and Elcom Systems have announced a strategic cooperation, to jointly address the needs of the Indian UAV market, under the "Make in India" initiative of the Indian Government.

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Trump to discuss Russia's role in Syria with Putin at G-20 : Tillerson

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:04 IST

New York [U.S.], July 6 (ANI):U.S. President Donald Trump will discuss the prevailing situation of Syria in his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit in Hamburg.

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AG Ausaf to lead team in Kulbhushan Jadhav case, Pakistan informs world court

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:04 IST

Lahore[Pakistan], July 6 (ANI) :Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has informed the International Court of Justice at The Hague that Attorney-General Ashtar Ausaf Ali will lead the team in the Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav case.

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Pakistan, Afghanistan to conduct joint operations along Durand Line

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 14:04 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 6 (ANI): Pakistan and Afghanistan will be conducting joint operations along the Durand Line under the supervision of The United States.

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Sri Lanka found guilty of slow over-rate against India, escape fine

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:58 IST

Derby [UK], July 6 (ANI): Sri Lanka have been found guilty of maintaining a slow over rate during their group stage match of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup against India at the County Cricket Ground in Derby on Wednesday.

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Players boycott Australia `A` tour amid pay dispute

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:57 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 6 (ANI): The Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) has announced that the players have opted to boycott the upcoming Australia A tour of South Africa following Cricket Australia's failure to take any action to resolve a bitter pay dispute between the two governing bodies.

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Trilateral Malabar Naval Exercise 2017 to kick off from July 7

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:57 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 6 (ANI): U.S., Indian and Japanese maritime forces will be participating in the Malabar Naval Exercise 2017 beginning July 7.

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PM Modi, Netanyahu pay homage to Indian soldiers at Haifa Cemetery

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:52 IST

Haifa [Israel], July 6 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday paid homage to fallen Indian soldiers of World War I at the Haifa Cemetery .

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Lindsay Lohan defends President Trump, says 'Stop Bullying Him'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): It seems like President Donald Trump has found some support from Lindsay Lohan.

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Plea seeking ban on USAID activities filed in Pakistan court

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:30 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): A petition seeking a ban on the activities of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been filed in a Pakistan court for alleged interference in the country's internal affairs.

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I am agent of law, working according to that: Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:24 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 6 (ANI): After Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanswamy alleged that Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi was an "agent of the Bhartaiya Janata Party (BJP)", the latter said she is an agent of the law and is working according to that.

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Ahead of Burhan Wani death anniversary, Rajanth Singh reviews Kashmir situation

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:17 IST

New Delhi [India] July 6 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of slain Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) commander Burhan Wani's first death anniversary on Saturday.

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Ola Play registers 200 percent quarter-on-quarter growth

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Taxi and auto aggregator Ola on Thursday announced that its connected car platform, Ola Play, registered a 200 percent quarter-on-quarter growth in terms of the number of rides, and is now installed in over 50,000 Prime Play Cars.

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Will attend opposition meet to decide VP nominee: JD(U)

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Asserting that there is no rift and that it is an integral part of the united opposition, The Janata Dal (United) on Thursday said that it has been invited for the meet organised to mull over the name of a nominee for the post of vice president.

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Paes, Bopanna to begin Wimbledon campaign today

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:01 IST

London [U.K], July 6 (ANI): India's Leander Paes and Rohan Bopanna will begin their campaign at Wimbledon when they play their respective opening rounds of the men's doubles event later today.

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Rajasthan: IAF MIG-23 crashes in Balesar, pilots safe

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:01 IST

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), July 6 (ANI): An Indian Air Force (IAF) MIG-23 training crashed in Rajasthan's Jodhpur.

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests Indian fishermen, damage another Indian boat

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:00 IST

Deft Island [Sri Lanka], July 6 (ANI): According to the reports, five fishermen, hailing from Tamil Nadu, have been apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy near Delft Island on Wednesday. One boat has also been seized by the Sri Lankan navy.

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Get monsoon ready with these wardrobe essentials

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): While the rains drench the cities with bursts of delightful weather and give people respite from the scorching heat, the mucky roads gets even muckier, dishevelled looks leave people in quite a dilemma on how to put together the right monsoon wardrobe.

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Sidharth Malhotra unveils his 'sundar,' 'susheel' avatar in new still

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): It has been sometime now that the fans got to see the first character posters of Sidharth Malhotra's upcoming movie 'A Gentleman' and now the actor himself has unveiled his look from the movie on social media.

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Career-minded girls can be good wives, mothers: Survey

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): If you are a boy and searching for a perfect life partner, we might have some important news for you.

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I've always enjoyed batting, stepping up when required: Mithali Raj

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:52 IST

Derby [U.K], July 6 (ANI): Indian women's cricket team skipper Mithali Raj, who led from the front to guide her side to a convincing 16-run win over Sri Lanka in their fourth ICC Women's World Cup encounter last evening, has insisted she has always enjoyed batting and stepping up for the national team whenever required.

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Pakistan should act against Haqqani network or face sanctions from U.S.

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:52 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 6 (ANI) :U.S. Senator John McCain has issued a stern warning to Pakistan's civilian and military leaders to act against the Haqqani Network if Islamabad intends to remain a close ally of Washington. Senator McCain's statement shows that the Trump administration is considering to impose sanctions on Pakistan if Islamabad continues to support Haqqani Network and other terror groups.

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DMK asks Centre to roll back 30 percent entertainment tax

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:47 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), July 6 (ANI): Highlighting the Good and Services Tax (GST) impact on the entertainment industry, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Thursday urged the Central Government to roll back 30 percent entertainment tax.

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Jobs, admissions on fake certificate won't be sustained if found guilty: SC

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 06 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday held that the jobs and admissions secured on fake caste certificates in reserved categories cannot be sustained if they were found to be guilty subsequently.

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Bobble ranks first in India, second globally among Indic keyboards

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): In a recent report about Indic keyboards, Bobble secured the second spot globally, right after tech giant Google, within six months of inception.

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University of Rochester Establishes "The Rajesh Wadhawan Professorship" for Development Economics at Simon Business School

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:33 IST

Rochester [United States), July 6 (ANI-Businesswire India): The Simon Business School at the University of Rochester on Tuesday announced the establishment of the Rajesh Wadhawan Professorship for Development Economics with an endowment of USD 1.5 million from WGC. The professorship commemorates the Group's Founder Rajesh Wadhawan and his vision of empowering deprived sections of society through fair and respectable access to credit.

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Tupac dumped Madonna for this shocking reason

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): It seems like the contents of Tupac's prison letter is as riveting as they would be 22 years ago.

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Half of cancer risk factors in China modifiable: Report

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): It has been revealed in a new report that half of all the cancer deaths in men, in 2013 in China, and more than a third of those in women were regarded as being caused by potentially modifiable risk factors such as smoking, alcohol, nutrition, weight, physical activity and infections.

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GSTN receives 10,000 calls per day, says Chairman Navin Kumar

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Following the successful rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the GST Network (GSTN) has been receiving an average of 10,000 calls per day from traders and tax payers to clear their confusion and help them adapt to the new tax regime.

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Sony has approached Edgar Wright for 'Baby Driver' sequel

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:15 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 6 (ANI): Make Way, the 'Driver' might be returning to the big screen soon.

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Achal Kumar Joti takes over as new Chief Election Commissioner

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 12:01 IST

New Delhi[India], July 6 (ANI): Achal Kumar Joti on Thursday took charge as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).

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Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan expected to establish joint commission on Trilateral Cooperation

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): A Joint Commission on Trilateral Cooperation is expected to be established between, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Tajikistan to develop and implement a mutual strategy on various subjects.

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Blackbuck case: Hearing adjourned till July 22

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi[India], July 6 (ANI): The Jodhpur Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court today adjourned the hearing of Salman Khan's blackbuck poaching case till July 22.

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Cyient, KII partner for Smart City deployments

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Cyient Corporation, on Wednesday signed a non-exclusive business alliance agreement with KII Corporation, an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions enablement platform provider, to explore, bid and address business opportunities around deployment of Smart City.

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Sussanne Khan enjoys vacay with kids

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): It seems like Sussanne Khan is not coming back from her vacation mode anytime soon.

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Money changes the way we think and behave: Study

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Several studies have shown that money can influence people's way of thinking and behaviour.

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Lionsgate in negotiations to pick up 'Hellboy' reboot

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:23 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 6 (ANI): The 'Beast of Apocalypse' may have found his new home.

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Opposition to meet on July 11 to discuss Vice Presidential polls

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi[India], July 6 (ANI): The Opposition parties will meet on July 11 to discuss the upcoming Vice Presidential elections.

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Working in India taught me profound lessons: Mawra Hocane

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): After garnering critical acclaim for her role in 'Sanam Teri Kasam,' Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane feels that working in India has given her profound lessons in her working life.

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Kohli & Co look to seal ODI series against Windies in Kingston

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:07 IST

Kingston [West Indies], July 6 (ANI): The Virat Kohli-led Indian side will look to clinch five-match ODI series against West Indies when they play the must-win fifth and the final match at the Sabina Park here on Thursday.

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'Goggle Pake' is the new upcoming track from 'Mubarakan'

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): After treating the audiences with two exceptional songs, the makers of 'Mubarakan' are all set to release the new song titled 'Goggle Pake'.

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Police officer served legal notice for saluting Nawaz Sharif's daughter

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 11:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): A legal notice has been served to a police officer, posted in Islamabad, for saluting Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz on her arrival at the Federal Judicial Academy (FJA).

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Vijay Mallya's extradition case hearing scheduled for today in London

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi[India], July 6 (ANI): Westminster Magistrates' Court in London will today hear the extradition case of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya.

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Don`t get attached to success or failure: Ranbir advices Aadar Jain

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 10:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor, who has seen his share of highs and lows in his 10-years in the showbiz, gave cousin and YRF's (Yash Raj Films) new face Aadar Jain a perfect piece of advice- don't get attached to success or failure.

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Subrata Paul's provisional doping ban revoked by NADA

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 10:30 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): In what may come as a major relief for Subrata Paul, the National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) has revoked the provisional suspension on the Arjuna Awardee footballer, by letting him off with just a warning in regards to breach of anti-doping rule earlier this year.

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Cooperation for traditional medicine will improve relations among BRICS nations: J.P. Nadda

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 10:29 IST

Tianjin (China), July 6 (ANI): Union Health Minister J.P.Nadda on Thursday while addressing the audience at (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) BRICS meet said that cooperation between countries for traditional medicine will strengthen the friendship amongst the nations of the group.

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J-K: Jawan with AK-47 goes missing

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 10:06 IST

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 06 (ANI): A jawan of 173 of Territorial Army went

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Withdraw troops before dialogue: China tells India over border standoff

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Amidst the ongoing tension between India and China over the Sikkim border issue, the Political Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in India, Li Ya, has suggested India to withdraw its troops back to Indian side of the boundary, before peace talks between the two sides.

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High sugar intake in pregnancy linked to risk of child asthma

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 09:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): Mothers-to-be, beware! Women who take too much sugar during pregnancy are doubling the chance of their kid's tendency to develop asthma.

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Sitapur: five killed, two injured in road accident

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 09:42 IST

Laharpur (Sitapur) (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 6 (ANI): At least five members of a family were killed and two were injured after a truck hit their car in Laharpur of Uttar Pradesh's Sitapur district on Thursday.

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UP: Nine dead, two injured after Roadways bus rams into car

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 09:03 IST

Bijnor (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 6 (ANI): As many as nine people died and two got critically injured after a Roadways bus rammed into a car on National Highway 74 in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor.

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WB: Section 144 remains imposed in violence-hit areas

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 09:02 IST

Kolkata(West Bengal)[India], July 6 (ANI): Section 144 continues to remain imposed in all the affected areas, including Baduria and Basirhat areas of West Bengal's North 24 Parganas.

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Ayodhya: Stones brought for construction of Ram Mandir

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 08:48 IST

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 06 (ANI): At least three trucks of red stones were brought for building the controversial Ram temple in Ayodhya, under the supervision of the Vishswa Hindu Parishad (VHP).

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India won't allow China to build roads in Sikkim sector: Defence experts

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:55 IST

New Delhi [India] July 6 (ANI): After China alleged that India is misleading the public over the Sikkim standoff, defence experts on Thursday stated that Beijing was stopped by New Delhi for making a road, which clearly poses a threat to the country.

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Congress loses because of its `negative tactics`: BJP

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:49 IST

New Delhi [India] July 6 (ANI): After Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "weak PM" for not raising the issue of H-1B visas with United States, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday lashed out at the former asserting that the Congress Party can never win because of their negative tactics.

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Minority Hindus of Pakistan Punjab's Haroonabad area told to vacate houses

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:43 IST

Lahore (Punjab) [Pakistan], July 6 (ANI): The minority Hindu community in Pakistan, it seems, continues to face discrimination, prejudice and intolerance.

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UN must eliminate terror support centres in Pakistan, says Afghan envoy

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:32 IST

United Nations [United States], July 6 (ANI): Afghanistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations has squarely blamed Pakistan for perpetrating a wave of terror in his country, and urged the international community to urgently take steps to eliminate "support centers beyond our frontiers that produce, nurture, and empower terrorists operating in Afghanistan".

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Myth busted! Kids of single mothers don't suffer

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): Raising a child as a single parent may be stressful, but a study has found that a financially stable single mother and her kids have a greater social support network with brothers, sisters, parents, friends of neighbours than nuclear families.

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Centre should reconsider taxes on Kollywood industry: CPI (M)

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:27 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] July 6 (ANI): After Tamil Nadu theatre owners and distributors demanded for a low taxation, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Thursday said the Goods and Service Tax (GST) has gone against the interest of the poor and middle class people, and urged the Centre to reconsider the on the taxes imposed post the GST implementation.

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Going through IVF may not up divorce risk

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 6 (ANI): Despite repeated claims that disappointments of infertility and stress of treatment can put strain on a relationship, a recent study has found that the fertility treatment does not increase the risk of divorce.

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Unfortunate that Puducherry CM wasn't invited to oath ceremony of 3 MLAs: Congress

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:22 IST

Mumbai [Maharashtra], Jul 6 (ANI): The Congress on Thursday said that it was "unfortunate" that Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi administered the oath of three MLAs without inviting Chief Minister V Narayanasamy and rued the fact that the protocol was not followed during the process.

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Training can improve athletes' stereo vision

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): Stereo vision allows individuals to perceive depth differences in their surroundings. A team of researchers found that by training athletes using repetitive stereoscopic stimuli, their reaction speed to those stimuli could be significantly improved.

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New cancer find paves way for better therapy

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 07:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): Cancer patients may soon have better therapy options, suggests a recent study.

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Westerners view handshaking more positively than East Asians

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that handshaking is viewed more positively by the Westerners than the East Asians.

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Your face gives away whether you're rich or poor

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): You may think you can hide your true economic standing, but your expression will always betray you, according to a recent study.

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US sees North Korea's missile launch as military escalation: Nikki Haley

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:32 IST

New York [U.S.A], Jul 6 (ANI): United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has dubbed North Korea's intercontinental ballistic missile launch test as a "clear and sharp military escalation" and warned of a possible US military retaliation.

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500 families evacuated amidst IS, Iraqi army clashes in Mosul

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:30 IST

Mosul [Iraq], Jul 6 (ANI): More than 500 civilians were evacuated in the last 24 hours from Western Mosul amidst clashes between Islamic State terrorists and the Iraqi Army.

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Turkish President warns Germany for not allowing to address immigrants

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:25 IST

Berlin [Germany], Jul 6 (ANI): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned Germany that it is committing "political suicide" by repeatedly blocking his meetings with Turkish immigrants in the country.

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Saudi-led blockade to continue over Qatar's 'negative' response

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:21 IST

Doha [Qatar], Jul 6 (ANI): Four Arab nations, including Saudi Arabia, have said that they would continue their diplomatic and economic blockade of Qatar after the nation gave a "negative" response to their list of demands.

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Stop playing communal politics: BJP to Mamata

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:19 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] July 6 (ANI): Following the recent upheaval in West Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday lashed out at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and asked her to stop playing communal politics and to maintain law and order.

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Lalu worried about power, office: BJP over Priyanka Vadra's leadership

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): After Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav hinted support to Priyanka Vadra, suggesting that Samajwadi Party-BSP alliance was likely ahead of the 2019 election, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday slammed the former, stating that Lalu is worried about losing his power and office since the benami properties came to light.

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50 migrants feared dead near Morocco-Spain coast

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:06 IST

Madrid [Spain], Jul 6 (ANI): At least 50 migrants died after their boat sank between the coasts of Spain and Morocco, according to the Spanish Coast Guard.

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1984 riots case: Plea seeking Tytler's lie detector test to continue today

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Patiala House Court will continue to hear plea seeking Congress leader Jagdish Tytler's lie detector test in Karkardooma Court in connection with 1984 anti-Sikh riots case on Thursday.

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SC to hear petition over reservation to students in State Board, CBSE

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear a petition over the Tamil Nadu Government order of 85 percent reservation to students studied in State Board and also Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) students' challenging as to why the state government reserved only 15 percent seats for students outside State Board post National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET).

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Make up after fight: Men want sex, but women want quality time, tears

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 06:00 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): When it comes to making up after a row, it turns out, men and women value different methods.

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Extramarital affairs higher among older Americans

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 05:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): Younger Americans are less likely to cheat on their spouses than their older counterparts, a recent study has found.

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4 types of Facebook users: Which one are you?

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 05:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 6 (ANI): People have their own social media styles, but it turns out, there are definite patterns in Facebook user behaviour.

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Trump attacks China's growing trade with North Korea

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 03:31 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 6 (ANI): In the wake of North Korea launching Inter Continental Ballistic Missile near a sea in Japan, United States President Donald Trump has attacked China over its increasing trade with Pyongyang.

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PM Modi all praise for '70-year-old' Israel-India bond

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 03:30 IST

Tel Aviv (Israel), July 6 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, on Thursday addressed the Indian diaspora in Israel on the second day of his historic visit, asserting that their 70-year-old relationship is dependable, free and strong.

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Blac Chyna claps back at Rob K's 'revenge porn' Insta posts

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 01:30 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 6 (ANI): Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna are once again in the midst of a bitter feud on social media.

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PM Netanyahu calls Indian Jews 'bridge' between India, Israel

Updated: Jul 06, 2017 01:21 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], Jul 6 (ANI): Calling the India-Israel ties, "a partnership made in heaven," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during the community event, described the Indian Jews as a "bridge" between the two countries and expressed his admiration towards the people.

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Govt. may accord infrastructure status to smaller tourism projects: Tourism Secretary

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Union Tourism Secretary Rashmi Varma on Wednesday said that the tourism sector suffers from a gap in terms of world-class infrastructure development in the country's tourism destinations, and therefore, the government is looking into giving infrastructure status to smaller units and making the ministry's website more dynamic and robust to make all relevant information available online.

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ASEAN academics want India to play leadership role in improving connectivity, commerce and security

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Amidst the aggressive and unpredictable behaviour of China, ASEAN nations want India to take and play leadership role in improving commerce, connectivity and security in the region.

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U.S. charge d'affaires welcomes launch of direct New Delhi-Washington D.C. flight

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Charge d'affaires of U.S. embassy in Delhi, MaryKay Loss Carlson on Wednesday welcomed the launch of direct flight between New Delhi and Washington D.C.

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Former TATA MD Dilip Pendse commits suicide

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:39 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 5 (ANI): Former TATA Managing Director (MD) Dilip Pendse on Wednesday committed suicide at his office in Matunga.

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WB Govt. to form 'Shanti Vahini' to end ongoing communal violence

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:22 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 5 (ANI): Taking note of the recent violent upheaval going on in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said the Government would form 'Shanti Vahini' in 15 days in order to curb the ongoing communal violence.

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Vipul Shah put rumours of rift with Akshay Kumar to rest

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Putting all rumours to rest, Bollywood filmmaker Vipul Shah has recently refuted reports that suggested a rift between Akshay Kumar and him.

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ICC Women's World Cup: India beat Sri Lanka by 16 runs

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 23:07 IST

Derby [U.K.], July 5 (ANI): The Indian Women Cricket Team on Wednesday registered its fourth consecutive win in the ICC Women's World Cup as they beat Sri Lanka by 16 runs.

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Salman Khan to appear before Jodhpur court in Blackbuck poaching case tomorrow

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 22:57 IST

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], July 5 (ANI): Actor Salman Khan will appear before the Jodhpur Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court tomorrow in the blackbuck poaching case.

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Ranbir Kapoor goes gaga over 'Baahubali' star Prabhas

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 22:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 5 (ANI): While the entire nation is mesmerised by the 'Baahubali' star, Ranbir Kapoor too is in awe of Prabhas.

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Odisha backward courtesy inefficient BJD: Amit Shah

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 22:46 IST

Jajpur (Odisha) [India], July 5 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Wednesday, while guaranteeing of making Odisha the best state in the country, said the backwardness of the state is due to the inefficiency of the State Government.

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Patient in Rajasthan denied admission: Doctor cries foul, says action taken without inquiry

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 22:46 IST

Alwar (Rajasthan) [India], July 5 (ANI): After reports emerged that an eight-month pregnant woman was allegedly refused admission in three different hospitals in Rajasthan's Alwar district before she finally delivered her baby outside a Community Health Centre (CHC), the accused doctor, who has been relieved with an APO (Awaiting Posting Order), has decried the order by the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), saying that the action was taken without a proper inquiry into the matter.

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MHA refuses to comment on Mirwaiz's security downgrade

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 21:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday refrained from commenting on downgrading of security of separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.

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Strategic partnership in agriculture with Israel aimed at doubling farmer income: Jaishankar

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 21:26 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): The strategic partnership in water and agriculture with Israel is aimed at the Indian Government's goal of doubling farmer incomes by 2022, said Foreign Secretary Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Wednesday.

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John Blackwell Jr. passes away at 43

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 21:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): John Blackwell Jr., best known for his work as a drummer in Prince Band, died in Florida after a year-long battle with brain tumor at 43.

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IAF rubbishes reports of tracing missing ALH in Arunachal

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 21:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Rubbishing the reports of the debris of the missing Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) being found, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday said the search for it is still on.

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WB: Paramilitary forces deployed, curfew imposed in North 24 Parganas

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 21:17 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 5 (ANI): Paramilitary forces were deployed in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas on Wednesday, following the violent clashes that took place in its Baduria and Basirhat areas over a Facebook post.

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Burhan Wani Day cancelled in Birmingham after India lodges protest with UK

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 20:02 IST

Birmingham [UK], July 5 (ANI): The Birmingham City Council has been forced to withdraw permission granted to the organisers of a rally titled "Burhan Wani Day" to mark the first death anniversary of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militant/terrorist Burhan Wani here after India lodged a strong protest over the same.

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SC warns Subrata Roy of auctioning Aamby Valley if money is not paid within 15 days

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday gave 15-days time to Sahara India's Chief Subrata Roy to deposit Rs. 552 crore in connection with a case, involving the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), over a dispute of returning money to its investors.

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Pakistan fears over deepening India-Israel ties post Modi visit

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:59 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Closely watching Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel and unprecedented warm welcome extended to him, Pakistani analysts fear that growing defence cooperation between India and Israel would disturb strategic balance in the South Asian region with direct bearing on Pakistan.

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Mamata's allegations 'insulting, humiliating': WB Guv.

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:58 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 5 (ANI): West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi on Wednesday said the allegations levelled by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee are humiliating and insulting to his office.

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Here are 5 unknown facts from 'Jab Harry met Sejal's' 'Beech Beech mein'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Along with the mini trails, the latest track 'Beech Beech mein' of the upcoming flick 'Jab Harry met Sejal' is also winning the hearts of people.

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BCCI CEO flies to Windies to seek Kohli's feedback on new coach appointment

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Rahul Johri, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) CEO will be meeting skipper Virat Kohli in West Indies for the latter's feedback on the appointment on new head coach.

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Netanyahu gifts PM Modi photograph depicting Indian soldiers leading British military column

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:38 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gifted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a framed photograph depicting Indian soldiers leading a British military column to liberate Jerusalem.

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Omar Abdullah miffed with passing of 'sham' GST resolution in J-K Assembly

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Expressing absolute disappointment over the passing of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) resolution by the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, National Conference (NC) leader Omar Abdullah on Wednesday termed it as a 'sham', adding that the resolution is bereft of specifics.

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J-K Assembly passes GST resolution

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:15 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 5 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Wednesday passed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) resolution.

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Kerala MP says 'bad' actresses may share 'the bed' at will

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:13 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], July 5 (ANI): Member of Parliament and President of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) Innocent Vareed Thekkethala has stirred a controversy when he, commenting about casting couch in the Malayalam film industry, said that 'bad' actresses might share 'the bed' at will.

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AIREA seeks PM Modi's intervention on EU ban of Indian rice import

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Citing the case of Pakistan taking over the European Market in the export of Basmati rice to the European Union after its virtual ban on the import of Indian rice, the All India Rice Exporters Association (AIREA) wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his intervention in the matter.

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PM Modi promises long term visa for Moshe, his family

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:53 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a Israel visit, on Wednesday met with 2008 Mumbai terror attack survivor Moshe, his nanny who rescued him and his other family members.

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Netanyahu describes 'deeply moving moment' as India, Israel sign seven MoUs

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:53 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): New Delhi and Tel Aviv signed seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Wednesday in the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu at Jerusalem which includes cooperation in the fields of Science and Technology, Space, Agriculture and Water.

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Activist criticises Lucknow university notification asking women to not stay in campus after six

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:53 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 5 (ANI): The recent order implemented by the Vice-Chancellor of a central Lucknow university, which reportedly asked all women employees to not stay in the campus after 6 p.m., has been criticised by activists, along with many women staff and officers who claimed that the order is restricting their freedom.

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Sejal isn't leaving me; she is just stuck: Anushka

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): After creating waves through her new character, Sejal, with mini trails of her upcoming movie 'Jab Harry met Sejal', Anushka Sharma said that despite having wrapped the shoot months ago, the character refuses to leave her.

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Lalu clan acquired 125 properties in 12 years: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India] July 05 (ANI): Senior Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader from Bihar on Wednesday said that Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family members have acquired more than 125 properties in last 12 years.

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Afghan troops mobilised to repulse Taliban offensive on Kunduz

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] , July 5 (ANI): Afghan Ministry of Defence is considering to mobilise additional contingent of troops on the outskirts of Kunduz city to launch a major operation against insurgents.

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Pankaj Advani-led India win Asian Team Snooker Championship

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:21 IST

Bishskek [Kyrgyzstan], July 5 (ANI): Ace Indian cueist Pankaj Advani on Wednesday came out with a spectacular performance as he teamed up with Laxman Rawat to defeat Pakistan in Asian Team Snooker Championship final.

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India, Israel face threat from radical Islamism: BESA Center professor

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:12 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Terming Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel as very significant, Professor Efraim Inbar, Founding Director of the Begin Sadat Centre for Strategic Studies, said India is extremely important country for Israel, because of the changes in the international system, while adding that both countries face threat from radical Islamism.

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India, Israel agree to strengthen cooperation against terrorism, radicalisation

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:12 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday agreed for further cooperation between the two nations in the fight against growing radicalisation and terrorism.

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De Villiers' absence spells danger for Test cricket, warns MCC chairman

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:12 IST

London [UK], July 5 (ANI): Outgoing Marylebone World Cricket Committee (MCC) chairman Mike Brearley has expressed concern over a 'potential crisis' that may arise in world cricket as he cited the examples of AB de Villiers' absence from the upcoming Test series between England and South Africa.

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3.3 magnitude earthquake hits Meghalaya's West Garo Hills

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 18:12 IST

Meghalaya [India], July 5 (ANI): A 3.3 magnitude earthquake shook Meghalaya's West Garo Hills on Wednesday noon.

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PM Modi to be treated with 'maa ka khaana' in Israel

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:40 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Israel is leaving no stone unturned for making first-ever Indian Prime Minister's visit historic and memorable.

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Renault India announces price cut owing to GST

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): In a move to pass on the benefits of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to its customers, Renault India on Wednesday announced a price reduction in its products, depending on the state, model and the variant purchased, basis the tax rates applicable prior to the GST.

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Zardari calls for unity against religious extremism

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:21 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Former Pakistan president and Pakistan People's Party (PPP) co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari has called for unity against religious extremism, militancy and sectarianism.

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Droom strengthens online automobile market position, raises Rs.130 cr Series C funding

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Online automobile platform, Droom on Wednesday raised USD 20 million (Rs. 130 crore) in its Series C funding led by Integrated Asset Management and Digital Garage.

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Tomic felt 'bored' during his first-round Wimbledon defeat

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:13 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 5 (ANI): Bernard Tomic, who suffered a crushing first-round defeat against Mischa Zverev at Wimbledon, admitted he felt "bored" during the course of the match and suggested he only played tennis for money.

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WB: Section 144 imposed in Basirhat post violent clashes

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:13 IST

Basirhat (West Bengal) [India], July 5 (ANI): Following the violent clashes in Baduria and Basirhat areas of West Bengal's North 24 Parganas over a Facebook post, Section 144 was imposed in Basirhat on Wednesday.

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Moshe's grandfather urges PM Modi to make India more secure

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 17:01 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): The grandfather of 2008 Mumbai attacks survivor, Rabbi Holzberg Nachman, in his message to visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the leader to continue the legacy of kindness and make the country more secure.

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Learning acting as I don't want to disappoint my fans: Guru Randhawa

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): Singers turning into actors is not new and the latest one to try his luck at acting is Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa.

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'They have no case against us': Sharif's daughter post JIT appearance

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:58 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz has said that the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, has no case against her family.

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SC reserves order on Teesta Setalvad plea to defreeze bank account

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved its order on noted social activist Teesta Setalvad's plea regarding defreezing of her bank account and the NGOs.

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India, Israel can jointly fulfill interests, do things for world: Israeli envoy

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:40 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Israeli Ambassador to India Daniel Carmon said on Wednesday that through collaboration India and Israel can jointly fulfill their interests as well as do things for the world.

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Rays Power Infra commissions 5.5 MWp solar PV project in Karnataka

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): AIming to enhance the solar power market in Karnataka, Rays Power Infra on Wednesday announced the completion of its 5.5 MWp Solar PV equity project in the state.

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Cong., CPM criticise hotel that denied room to interfaith couple

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 5 (ANI): The reported incident where a Bengaluru hotel denied an interfaith couple entry has invited the wrath of political parties, particularly the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) and the Congress.

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TMC office set on fire in Darjeeling

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:32 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India] July 05 (ANI): Some unidentified persons torched an office of Trinamool Congress Party and a ticket counter of North Bengal State Transport Cooperation Ticket on Wednesday.

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Voonik registers 25 percent orders in one month from Primo members

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Online shopping portal Voonik on Wednesday revelaed that within one month of inception of its loyalty program, Voonik Primo, 25 percent of the orders made on the portal were received from Primo members.

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Baduria violence: BSF deployed, Internet suspended

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:27 IST

Baduria (West Bengal) [India] July 05 (ANI): The Centre has rushed 400 paramilitary personnel to Baduria that is hit by communal violence, which started over an objectionable post on Facebook about a holy site.

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Centre clarifies CGST not applicable on unregistered goods

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday clarified that in the context of the new Goods and Services Tax (GST), the five percent tax slab will be levied only on the supply of those goods whose brand name or trade name is on the Register of Trade Marks and is in force under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

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FC Pune City win WIFA Women's C'ship 2017

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 16:07 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], July 5 (ANI): 2017: Indian Super League club FC Pune City beat United Poona SA 3-0 in the finals of WIFA Women's Championship 2017.

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Israeli Prez breaks protocol to receive PM Modi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 15:52 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI): Israeli President Reuven Rivlin on Wednesday broke protocol to receive Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said 'he is welcome to the State of Israel in the capital city of Jerusalem".

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If Akhilesh, Mayawati join hands, then game over for BJP in 2019: Lalu Yadav

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 15:27 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 5 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leaving no stone unturned in breaking backs of all prominent parties, fearing its fate in 2019 polls.

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Social media elements manipulating youth to take up terrorism: JK Police

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 15:08 IST

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 05 (ANI): Inspector General North Kashmir Nitish Kumar said that some disturbing elements in Jammu and Kashmir are manipulating youth's minds to turn them into terrorists.

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Industry to contribute USD 280 billion to GDP in nine years: Study

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): An ASSOCHAM-APAS study has revealed that with the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the industry alone is expected to contribute USD 280 billion to India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the next eight to nine years.

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Merit app will ensure transparency, curb corruption: Piyush Goyal

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal said here on Tuesday that the new Merit Order Dispatch of Electricity for Rejuvenation of income and Transparency, or 'Merit' App launched today, will enable a greater degree of monitoring on the electricity and power sector, adding that it will increase transparency and help in curtailing corruption.

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ICC Women's World Cup: India opt to bat against Lanka

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:55 IST

Derby [UK], July 5 (ANI): India won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka in their group stage match of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup at the Country Ground here on Wednesday.

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After Etihad, Emirates also exempted from U.S. laptop ban

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:55 IST

Dubai [United Arab Emirates], July 5 (ANI): The United States has lifted the ban on passengers carrying laptops and other electronics on Emirates Airways flights from its base in Dubai with immediate effects, said an airlines spokesperson.

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Federer calls for change in rules over pull-outs

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:45 IST

London [UK], July 5 (ANI): 18-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer has called for change in rules in-order to discourage injured players showing up and pulling out.

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India with Israel and India for Israel: Modi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:44 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 5 (ANI):On the second day of his visit to Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President of Israel Reuven Rivlin and said that there stands 'I is for I' India for Israel and 'I' with 'I' is India with Israel and on the other hand Indians feel that 'Israel' means 'Israel is a real friend of India' .

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Gujarat: Outraged farmers waste massive amounts of milk in protest

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:37 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 05 (ANI): After Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, now the farmer's outrage demanding loans waiver has reached Gujarat.

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Trump's policy will not achieve peace in Afghanistan: US senators

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:32 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] , July 5 (ANI):A bipartisan group of U.S. senators said that the Trump administration still does not have a clear strategy for bringing in peace in Afghanistan. The congressional delegation visited Afghanistan and Pakistan before a U.S. review of its Afghan war strategy.

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Special PMLA court issues Non-Bailable Warrant against Mallya

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): A special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court on Wednesday issued a Non - Bailable Warrant against absconding liquor baron Vijay Mallya, as it took cognizance of the complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

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Blast in Kabul kills two children

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:25 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 5 (ANI): At least two children were killed in a blast in Kabul on Wednesday.

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Rameez Raja urges ICC to create 'Test window'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:16 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 5 (ANI): In a bid to preserve Test cricket, former Pakistan batsman Rameez Raja has asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) to set aside a two-month window solely for Test matches.

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Modi's Israeli flag themed attire makes waves

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always stood out with his every appearance, be it in different states of India or on his foreign-visits, as his penchant for being fashion conscious is a well known phenomenon.

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Netanyahu and family host PM Modi for a 3-hour dinner

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 14:10 IST

Israel (Jerusalem), July. 5 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a private dinner at their residence Beit Aghion in Jerusalem on Tuesday.

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Modi a weak PM: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 5 (ANI): Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday trained his guns on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent visit to the United States.

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Modi gifted sets of relics from Kerala to Netanyahu

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:45 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel] 5 July (ANI): As a sign of India's centuries old friendship with Israel and also to show special gratitude to the people of Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his ongoing visit to Tel Aviv presented Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu replicas of 2 sets of relics from Kerala that are regarded as key artifacts in the long Jewish history in India.

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Governor threatening Mamata more alarming than Emergency: Lalu

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:41 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 5 (ANI): Asserting that West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi threatening state Chief Minister Mamata banerjee is a worse scenario than that of Emergency, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said whatever is happening is very wrong.

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IHC questions monetary rewards for Pak's cricket team by PM's office

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:41 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's sanctioning of Rs. 215 million in rewards for the Pakistan cricket team post winning the Champions Trophy has been questioned by the Islamabad High Court (IHC).

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Tata Motors transfers GST benefits to customers, slashes rates by up to 12 percent

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Against the backdrop of the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Tata Motors on Wednesday announced a price reduction by up to 12 percent, aiming to pass on all the benefits of the new tax regime to its customers.

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'No ids, no luggage': B'luru hotel justifies refusing room to interreligious couple

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:22 IST

Bengaluru [India], July 5 (ANI): After a married couple was allegedly denied a room at a Bengaluru hotel, the hotel has now come up with a justification, claiming that religion had nothing to with denying of the room.

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Chinese experts to visit SEZs of CPEC in Pakistan

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 5 (ANI): A team of Chinese experts will arrive in Pakistan in a few days to shape up their country's investment plans for Special Economic Zones (SEZs) of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Forging Victoria's healthcare relationship with India

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 13:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI-BusinessWire India): The State Government of Victoria, Australia, will play a major role in supporting India's healthcare sector, as part of the state's commitment to strengthening Indian-Victorian relationships.

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Europe emerges as key funding source for PKK

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:58 IST

Berlin [Germany], July 5 (ANI) :German spy agency has revealed that PKK Partiya Karker Kurdistan (Kurdistan Worker's Party) terror group has been collecting €25 million (over $28 million) annually in donations from across Europe.

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SC to examine cash-for-vote MLAs sting case

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to examine the Tamil Nadu cash-for-vote MLAs sting case.

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Protest over 3 BJP members nomination at MLAs in Puducherry Assembly

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:58 IST

Puducherry [India], July 5 (ANI): The ruling Congress party staged a strong protest in the Puducherry Legislative Assembly on Wednesday over three BJP members nominated as MLAs by Lt. Governor Kiran Bedi. The move upset the Congress Party.

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ONGC Videsh to acquire 30 pct petroleum participating interest in Namibia

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): ONGC Videsh has signed definitive binding agreements with Tullow Namibia Limited (Tullow), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tullow Oil plc, on 28th June 2017 for acquiring 30 percent participating interest in Namibia Petroleum Exploration License 0037 for Blocks 2112A, 2012B and 2113B and related agreements (License) out of Tullow's existing participating interest of 65 percent in the license.

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Delhi HC issues notice to MHA over vacant post in NDMA, NIDM

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a notice to the Ministry of Home Affairs in wake of vacant post pending in the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) from the past two years.

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Kerala: Domestic help raped, impregnated by businessman

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:44 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India],July 5 (ANI): A Kerala business man, Pillai, 53, was arrested for allegedly raping an Odisha lady, who was his domestic help.

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TMC backing the goons brewing unrest in WB: Naqvi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday tore into the Trinamool Congress over the law and order situation in the state, accusing the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led government of supporting the anti-social elements which are brewing unrest in the state.

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Plea filed in SC seeking committee for appointment of Election Commissioners

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): A plea was filed in the Supreme Court on Wednesday seeking constitution of a committee comprising of the Leader of Opposition and the Chief Justice of India (CJI) for the appointment of election commissioners.

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Catholic crosses desecrated: Parrikar claims 'attempts being made to brew tension in Goa'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:24 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], July 5 (ANI): In wake of desecration of religious symbols and Temples in South-Goa, state chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said specific attempts are being made to create tension in the region.

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SC upholds fine on petitioner who alleged corruption against Nitish Govt.

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the fine imposed on a petitioner, who had alleged corruption against the Nitish Kumar government.

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Remembering Charkha's Founder, Sanjoy Ghose

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): In the year 1980, a young man graduated from Elphinstone a leading college in Bombay (now Mumbai) with stars in his eyes.

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PeeCee calls America her 'second home' in new Instagram still

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): It is America's birthday today and stars are going out and celebrating the joyous occasion in style.

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Cauvery dispute: K'taka has not fully complied order, TN Govt. tells SC

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday mentioned before the Supreme Court that Karnataka has not yet fully complied with the order in the Cauvery water dispute involving the tussle between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

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Pacquiao urges WBO to review world title defeat to Horn

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:03 IST

London [UK], July 5 (ANI): Filipino boxing great Manny Pacquiao, who lost his welterweight world title to Jeff Horn, has urged the World Boxing Organisation to act on a request by Philippine sports officials for a review of his defeat, saying he doesn't want to see the boxing industry "dying because of unfair decision and officiating".

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Reddit user who created 'Donal Trump's video apologises for prank

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:02 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 5 (ANI): Reddit user 'HanA**holeSolo,' who claimed that he was the first one to upload the video of of President Donald Trump body-slamming a man with the CNN logo superimposed on his head, has finally apologized for the video.

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Pak actress Meera wants to work with Khans of B'wood

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 12:01 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): After making a forgettable debut in India with Mahesh Bhatt's movie 'Nazar,' famous Pakistani actress Meera has now revealed that she feels the desire to work with the 'Khans' of Bollywood one day.

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Ali Zafar felt 'really conscious' while working in India

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:52 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Ali Zafar, famous for his roles in movies like 'Tere Bin Laden' and 'Kill Dill,' has revealed that he felt really conscious while working India as things between both the counties are quite uncertain.

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Baduria violence: MHA seeks reports from WB Govt.

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 5 (ANI): Following violent clashes in Baduria and Basirhat areas of West Bengal's North 24 Parganas over a Facebook post, the Ministry of Home Affairs has sought a detailed report from the Mamata Banerjee-led government.

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We demand roll back of local body tax: TN Theatre Owners Association on 'double taxation'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:45 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Theatre Owners and Distributors Association president Abhirami Ramanathan today said that this double taxation is making things hard for the Kollywood industry, adding, they expect a good decision by this evening.

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Nawaz Sharif embarks on two-day visit of Tajikistan

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:37 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 5 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday left on a two-day official visit to Tajikistan at the invitation of Tajik President Emomali Rahmon.

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22nd Asian Athletics Championships kicks off today in Bhubaneswar

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:36 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 5 (ANI): The 22nd Asian Athletics Championships will be today inaugurated at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

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J&K: Govt. organises 'kisan mela' to boost agriculture

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:31 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 5 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir government (J&K) organised mega machinery 'cum seed festival' to benefit the farmers, and boost the overall agricultural sector of valley in Srinagar on Tuesday.

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UN chief calls N.Korea's ballistic missile launch a 'dangerous escalation of situation'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:31 IST

United Nations, July 5 (ANI): United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has condemned North Korea's launch of an Inter Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) and said that this action is dangerous escalation of the situation.

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Harmanpreet Kaur basks in social media attention

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:21 IST

Derby [UK], July 5 (ANI): Harmanpreet Kaur symbolises the new breed of women cricketers. She is a superstar on the field, and is marketable off it. She is media savvy and talks the 'hashtag' language of the social media generation.

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Bajaj Finance witnesses growth in professional loan segment

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:21 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Bajaj Finance Ltd, one of the fastest growing financial services company in India reported a 55 percent robust growth in its doctor loans segment. Part of its professional loans portfolio, the segment saw a significant jump to Rs. 148 crore in March 2017, from Rs. 95 crore in September 2016.

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Confident Mithali & Co eye extending winning streak against Lanka

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:18 IST

Derby [UK], July 5 (ANI): India will aim for their fourth consecutive win and take one step towards a semifinal berth when they take on Sri Lanka in their group stage match of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup at the at the County Ground here on Wednesday.

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Snapdeal leads its sellers into GST Era

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Snapdeal on Tuesday announced its platform's successful transition into the post Goods and Services Tax (GST) world, culminating months of preparation overhauling all key systems impacted by the taxation system change.

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'Will & Grace' gets the party started with new promo

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): 'Will and Grace' fans, rejoice! The hit-TV series of 90s is finally making a comeback to the small screen.

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India express interest to host FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2019

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has submitted an expression of interest to host the FIFA U-20 World Cup in India in 2019.

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Gayle back in Windies squad for lone T20 against India

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:44 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 5 (ANI): Swashbuckling West Indies opening batsman Chris Gayle, who has not played an international match since the World T20 final against England in 2016, has been recalled in the 13-man squad for the one-off T20 match against India at Sabina Park on July 9.

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Know what liquid nitrogen is!

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:34 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): The latest buzz word in the national capital is 'liquid nitrogen,' after a recent incident where a Delhi-based man landed up in hospital after drinking a cocktail, containing liquid nitrogen.

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Governors should not appear to be 'agents' of political parties: Congress

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi of threatening her, the Congress Party on Wednesday said that state governors should not give an impression of being the agents of the political party.

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West Bengal not a dictatorship, is governed by Indian Constitution: BJP

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 10:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for accusing Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi for threatening her and asked the state chief to not conduct herself in an unhealthy manner.

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'Under pressure' Police not probing suicide by Jayalalithaa's Kodanad estate worker: DMK

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:57 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), July 5 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday accused the state police of not investigating the matter of the suicide case of an employee of former chief minister J Jayalalithaa.

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Assam: Nearly four lakh people affected by flood

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:54 IST

Imphal (Assam) [India], July 05 (ANI): Nearly four lakh people are reeling under the fury of flood at 13 districts caused by incessant rains in Assam, according to official sources.

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Panama case: Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz to appear before JIT today

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:53 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 5 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz will appear for the first time before the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, on Wednesday.

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Review of progress of new urban missions in seven UTs begins today

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 05 (ANI): A two day review of progress of new urban missions in seven Union Territories (UTs) would be held in Delhi on Wednesday.

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H'wood wishes a 'happy fourth of July' to fans

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): It is America's birthday and Hollywood is sharing their Fourth of July celebrations on social media.

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Tillerson calls for 'global action' to stop North Korea threat

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:53 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 5 (ANI): U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has called for global action to counter the perceived global threat from North Korea, after Pyongyang claimed to have conducted its first successful test of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) on Tuesday.

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PeeCee gets trolled for lip augmentation on Instagram

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is one of those superstars, who keep their fans update about their personal and professional life, via various social media platforms.

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'Double taxation' is huge setback for Tamil film industry: Siddharth Roy Kapur

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Tamil Nadu government's decision to levy Local Bodies Entertainment Tax over and above Goods and Service Tax is a huge setback for the Kollywood industry, said Siddharth Roy Kapur, president of the Film and Television Producers Guild of India.

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UP Govt. transferred 40 IPS officers including DG, ADG ranks

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:19 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 05 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh government yesterday transferred over 40 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, including seven in the post of Director General (DG) and six in the rank of Additional Director General (ADG).

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International Bikini Day: Bikini destinations around the globe!

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 09:00 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Beach. Bikini. Bliss!

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US, South Korea conduct military drill, as Pyongyang 'ballistic' threat looms

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 08:53 IST

Washington [U.S.], July 05 (ANI): The United States and South Korea both held a joint missile drill after North Korea claimed to have conducted its first successful test of a long-range missile.

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Request TN govt to consider our plea: Rajinikanth on 'double taxation'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 08:53 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Expressing his concern over the 'double taxation' on the Tamil Film Industry, thalaiva Rajinikanth requested the state government to consider the plea to abolish local body tax.

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Pak-China friendship burdened by debt, internal security concerns: Expert

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 07:43 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 5 (ANI): Pakistan and China often speak of their "all-weather friendship," but according to an expert on South Asian affairs, the truth is that the relationship has always been one of cynicism.

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Kriti Sanon takes a walk down IIFA memory lane

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 07:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): She won an IIFA award as soon as she waltzed into Bollywood two years back and now, Kriti Sanon is all "excited" about coming back to IIFA and performing for the first time.

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Israel slams UNESCO for calling it an "occupying power" in Jerusalem

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 07:21 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], Jul 5 (ANI): The UNESCO's act of passing a resolution denouncing Israel and labeling them as "occupying power" in the Jerusalem has drawn strong criticism from the officials, who have condemned the UNESCO's World Heritage Committee's decision.

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SC to hear Teesta Setalvad's corruption case

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:58 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear a case against social activist Teesta Setalvad, who is accused of corruption and misappropriation of funds which was meant for rehabilitation of Gujarat riot victims.

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India will suffer greater losses than 1962 if incited: Chinese media

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:48 IST

Beijing [China], Jul 5 (ANI): Amidst the tension between India and China over the Sikkim border issue, a state-run Chinese media has warned that New Delhi would suffer "greater losses" than in 1962 if any attempt is made to incite military conflict.

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China irritated with India receiving support from US: Defence expert

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): Defence expert Praful Bakshi on Wednesday said that China is accusing India of 'betraying' a British-era territorial understanding over the disputed border because it is peeved off by India's stand with America and the support received in return.

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UNSC to hold emergency meet to discuss N.Korea missile launch

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:47 IST

New York [U.S.A], Jul 5 (ANI): In the wake of North Korea launching an Inter Continental Ballistic Missile near a sea in Japan, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has decided to hold an emergency meeting on Wednesday.

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NIA shouldn't be interrupted in terror funding issue: BJP

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:46 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) should be left free to interrogate the matter of 'terror funding' against separatists in Kashmir.

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Mamata creating controversies, not governing state: BJP

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:30 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] Jul 5 (ANI): Condemning West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's allegations on Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi calling the latter "a block president" of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the saffron party on Wednesday said that instead of maintaining law and order, the former is creating controversies every other day.

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Myth busted! Periods don't make women incapable of multitasking

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 5 (ANI): Busting a popular stereotype, a study recently found that periods have no impact on a woman's working memory, decision-making or ability to pay attention to two things at once.

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Milky Way's fastest stars are 'runaways' from another galaxy

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 5 (ANI): The fastest-moving stars in our galaxy are in fact runaways from a much smaller galaxy in orbit around our own, according to a recent study.

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Gardening, a powerful weapon in war against malaria

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 5 (ANI): A new study has found that removing the flowers of an invasive shrub from mosquito-prone areas might be a simple way to help reduce malaria transmission.

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Mariah Carey, her twins go swimming with 'gentle' sharks

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 06:21 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Mariah Carey and her twins spent the Fourth of July swimming with some "gentle" sharks.

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China calls on UN to ban N. Korea from conducting missile launches

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 05:15 IST

Beijing [China], Jul 5 (ANI): China has criticised North Korea for launching an Inter Continental Ballistic missile near Japan coast and called on the United Nations Security Council to ban Pyongyang from conducting any launches that use ballistic missile technology, nuclear tests or any other provocation.

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Trump-Putin to hold their first meeting on sidelines of G20 Summit

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 05:09 IST

New York [U.S.A]/ Moscow [Russia], Jul 5 (ANI): Amid tension between the United States and Russia over Moscow's alleged interference in the 2016 US presidential elections, U.S. President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will hold a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Hamburg on Friday.

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US officials believe North Korea fired ICBM near Japan

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 05:05 IST

New York [U.S.A], Jul 5 (ANI): The United States' officials believe that North Korea may have recently launched a two-stage Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile.

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PM Modi should first mend ties with neighbours: NCP

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 04:37 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday advised Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi to first mend India's relationships with the next-door neighbours and then fly-off to other countries.

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Ride with people you like to make carpooling a success

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 04:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 5 (ANI): According to a recent study, ensuring that would-be carpoolers are riding with people they actually like could potentially decrease car use by nearly 60 percent.

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PM Modi should make Israel visit intentions clear: Congress

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 04:34 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): The Congress on Wednesday said that Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi should make it clear what his intentions are behind the Israel visit.

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BJP dubs PM Modi's Israel visit as 'historic'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 04:32 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "historic" Israel visit, saying that both the countries can work together in important sectors like defence and economic.

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Was Jay-Z's $20m gift to Kanye West a business deal?

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 03:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 5 (ANI): The 20 million dollars that Jay-Z mentioned giving Kanye West in one of the songs from his new album '4.44' reportedly wasn't merely a gift.

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Snoop Dogg admits to listening to bootleg of Jay-Z's '4:44'

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 02:35 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Looks like, signing up for Tidal for exclusive albums isn't really Snoop Dogg's thing as he admitted that he had to turn to piracy to sink his teeth into JAY-Z's new album '4.44.'

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Feeling great about IIFA celebrating my silver jubilee: AR Rahman

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 02:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): With the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrating A. R. Rahman's 25th anniversary in filmdom, the delighted double Oscar-winning composer said that this "feels good."

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Jay-Z, Will Smith, more discuss racism in new 'The Story of O.J.' clip

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 01:48 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 5 (ANI): Jay-Z dropped his album '4:44' a few days back and now, he has released a mini documentary focused on the black experience in America via Tidal.

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India, Israel should together oppose terrorism, violence: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 00:47 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel] Jul 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Israel's Tel Aviv on a three-day historic visit - the first ever trip by an Indian Prime Minister to the Jewish state.

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India, Israel must fight terrorism together: PM Netanyahu

Updated: Jul 05, 2017 00:45 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], Jul 5 (ANI): Noting that New Delhi and Jerusalem face one of the greatest common challenges in the 21st century, Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu on Tuesday said that it was imperative to defeat the force of terror that rampage and threaten both the countries' security.

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Nepal's Election Commission starts preparation for three tier election

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 23:24 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 4 (ANI): The Nepal Election Commission has started the preparation for the three-tier elections to the Provinicial Assembly and House of Representatives.

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J-K Police urge Kashmiri youth to leave path of terrorism

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 23:24 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 4 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) S.P. Vaid on Tuesday urged the Kashmiri youth to leave path of terrorism.

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Chhattisgarh: July 1-born girl named 'GST'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 23:24 IST

Koriya (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 4 (ANI): In an unusual and bizarre instance, parents from Chhattisgarh's Koriya district have named their daughter 'GST' after the launch of India's biggest tax reform as she was born on July 1.

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Himachal: Five killed, 30 injured after bus falls into gorge

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 22:37 IST

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): At least five people were killed and over 30 injured after a bus fell into a gorge in Mandi's Lamba Thach area of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday.

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Arunachal: IAF helicopter goes missing with three on board

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 22:23 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): An Indian Air Force (IAF) Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) that was deployed for lifting people stranded due to road blockage went missing, along with three crew members, between Sagalee and Itanagar districts of Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday.

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1993 Mumbai blasts: CBI seeks life imprisonment for Abu Salem

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 22:15 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 04 (ANI): Special Public Prosecutor Deepak Salvi on Tuesday sought life imprisonment for 1993 Mumbai blasts convict Abu Salem from the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) Court.

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Israeli Chrysanthemum flower named 'Modi' in honour of Indian PM

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 22:05 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 4 (ANI): A new fast-growing Israeli Chrysanthemum flower has been named after visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to honour him.

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Raj Bhavan has become RSS 'shakha': Derek O'Brien sides with Mamata

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 21:40 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 4 (ANI): Trinamool Congress (TMC) national secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Derek O'Brien on Tuesday backed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her remark on Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi, stating that the Raj Bhavan in the state has turned into a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) "shakha."

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BJP committed to bring change in Odisha: Amit Shah

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 21:25 IST

Behrampur (Odisha) [India], July 04 (ANI): Setting the tone for the forthcoming Assembly elections in Odisha which will go to polls in 2019, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Tuesday said the saffron party is concerned to bring change in the state and is committed for the upliftment of the people.

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WB governor refutes, expresses shock over Mamata's allegation

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 21:23 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 4 (ANI): After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi of threatening her, the latter on Tuesday expressed shock over the language used by the former in her press conference and said there was nothing in the talks between the two for which she might have felt insulted or threatened.

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'Shameful' on Mamata's part to accuse Guv. Tripathi: BJP

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 21:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee trained guns at Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi calling the latter 'a block president' of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Union Minister and saffron party leader Babul Supriyo stated that it was 'shameful' on her part to accuse the former as it has become a "fashion" for her to falsely allege people.

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Israel: India's friend in need, trusted indeed

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 20:55 IST

New Delhi [India] July 04 (ANI): Entire world watched red carpet welcome extended to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Tel Aviv airport by Prime Minister of the State of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday which is surely to leave India's neighbours

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Ahmadiyya head in Israel thanks PM Modi for support to community

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 20:40 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 4 (ANI): The head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Israel thanked visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the support offered to the country back home.

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Aapka swaagat hai mere dost: Israeli PM Netanyahu welcomes PM Modi

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 20:22 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 4 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who, in a special gesture, was present to receive Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he landed at Tel Aviv on Tuesday, welcomed the latter with "open arms" and said that the country had been waiting for him for long.

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Sarfraz Ahmed to lead Pakistan across all three formats

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 20:09 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 4 (ANI): Sarfraz Ahmed, who is currently leading Pakistan in T20I and ODI formats, will now lead the Men in Green in Tests as well.

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Modi thanks Netanyahu for 'warm welcome'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:52 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 4 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who today arrived at Tel Aviv, thanked his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, who, in a special gesture, was present to receive him, for the 'warm welcome'.

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GJM writes to Rajnath seeking CBI enquiry into death of three party workers

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) has written to the Home Ministry regarding the death of their three supporters by police firing on June 17, asking for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry into the same.

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Tamil Nadu Minister K. A. Sengottaiyan to inaugurate Rajapalayam Kuwait Raja Marathon on July 9 at Rajapalayam

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Rajapalayam Kuwait Raja Marathon -Tamil Nadu's biggest half-marathon for creating awareness on health is to be held at Rajapalayam on July 9.

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Manish Jaiswal joins as new MD, CEO of Magma Housing Finance, will also lead Magma SME Business

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Manish Jaiswal, a BFSI Industry veteran joined as the MD and CEO - Magma Housing Finance Limited. Jaiswal replaces Sachin Khandelwal, who had stepped down to pursue interests outside the group. Jaiswal, in his new profile will also hold the additional charge of heading Magma's SME Business.

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Regen Ortho sport facility launched

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Regenexx, the world's most advanced stem cell procedures for treating orthopedic conditions and sports injuries has entered in Mumbai. This is their second branch in Asia. It would offer two stem cell procedures using imaging and interventional orthopedic techniques to non-surgically repair and regenerate.

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India-China issue needs to be handled patiently: Ram Madhav

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 19:11 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 4 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) general secretary Ram Madhav on Tuesday said the issue with China requires greater attention and needs to be handled in a balanced and patient way.

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Sonam's rumoured boyfriend reacts to her glaring Paris show look

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:55 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): Indian fashion icon Sonam Kapoor walked down the European ramp while making her international debut at Ralph and Russo Autumn Winter Show 2017/2018 in Paris.

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Achal Kumar Joti appointed as next Chief Election Commissioner

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Former Gujarat chief secretary Achal Kumar Joti has been appointed as the next Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) on Tuesday. He has succeeded Nasim Zaidi.

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UP: Panchayat fines man for giving 'Triple Talaq'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:55 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): The Panchayat in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal slapped a fine of Rs 75,000 on a man for giving triple talaq to his wife.

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Chinese company made device to charge moving electric cars

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:52 IST

Hong Kong [China] July 4 (ANI): Charging Electric Cars while on the move could soon become a reality. A China-based company has completed trials of a new way to transmit power to appliances as they move closer and further from its original source.

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Bajaj Finance offers best interest rate of 8.05 percent on fixed deposit scheme

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-BusinessWire India): While nearing to retirement or retired already, one should think of investing a part of their saving in a secured financial instrument like Fixed Deposit. The advantage of investing in Fixed Deposit is that it offers secure returns. A fixed deposit encourages the healthy habit of saving and guarantees fixed returns without any anticipated risks.

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Itanagar: Kiren Rijiju's chopper makes emergency landing

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:52 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju's chopper on Tuesday made an emergency landing here, due to bad weather.

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Cow vigilantes emboldened by BJP, Sangh Parivaar: Owaisi

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:52 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 04 (ANI): With yet another incident of lynching surfaced in the name of cow vigilantism in Assam, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Akbaruddin Owaisi on Tuesday said the cow vigilantes are being emboldened by the local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government, adding that such incidents would continue to grow till they are backed by the saffron party and the Sangh Parivaar.

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Congress wants to ensure Gandhis are not shown in bad light in 'Indu Sarkar'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 4 (ANI): The much-talked about upcoming movie 'Indu Sarkar', based on the Emergency imposed by former prime minister Indira Gandhi, has led the Congress party to ask the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for a review before it comes under the scanner.

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University of Warwick, British School New Delhi continue their ground-breaking collaboration: Delhi Warwick Summer School 2017 concludes with massive response

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Delhi Warwick Summer School 2017, a special learning programme for the students successfully concluded with students from all over the country participating to make the most of this unique learning opportunity. This was the third chapter of this annual event: a collaborative effort between The British School and The University of Warwick (UK).

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Special prosecutor seeks life imprisonment for Abu Salem in 1993 Mumbai blasts case

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:43 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 4 (ANI): A Special Public Prosecutor on Tuesday sought life imprisonment for convict Abu Salem in connection with the 1993 Mumbai blasts.

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Netanyahu receives PM Modi in Tel Aviv

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:39 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 4 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived at the Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv where he was received by his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu.

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India's engagement with ASEAN reflected by our 'Act East Policy': Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday highlighted the efforts of India to tighten its ties with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), while maintaining that New Delhi's engagement in South-East Asia is reflected by their 'Look East Policy' becoming 'Act East Policy'.

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Central Monitoring Committee constituted to monitor pricing, supply: Revenue Secy

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia on Tuesday said a Central Monitoring Committee has been constituted to assess the situation of pricing and supply of commodities, post the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Law Commission stresses on linking UID in compulsory registration of marriages

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Law Commission of India on Tuesday, while recommending compulsory registration of marriages, stressed on linking the registration to the Unique Identification Number (UID) in order to achieve universal tracing of records.

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Maria Menounos reveals she's recovering from brain tumor

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Hollywood actress and anchor Maria Menounos revealed that she is recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumour.

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Jayasuriya-led Sri Lanka selection panel given six-month extension

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:34 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 4 (ANI): The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Tuesday announced that the selection committee headed by Sanath Jayasuriya will remain in position for a further six months.

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Will wait for ACB, SC to decide: Deve Gowda on complaint against K'taka CM

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:29 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 4 (ANI): Following a complaint filed against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Janata Dal (Secular) leader and former prime minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Tuesday said that he would rather wait for the final report than to comment on the issue.

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Vidya Balan looks unrecgonisable in throwback picture

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Vidya Balan's Instagram profile is filled with nostalgic and interesting photos of the actress.

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Ideology only plank of this contest: Meira Kumar on Presidential election

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:24 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 4 (ANI): Opposition's Presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Tuesday said the ideology is the only plank for the forthcoming election.

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Du Plessis to be `No. 1 couch fan' during Lord's Test

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Proteas Test skipper Faf du Plessis, who will not be part of

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Such vigilantism leading to destruction of humanity, not cow protection: CPM

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) on Tuesday, while commenting on the increasing incidents of cow vigilantism, said it shows destruction of humanity and human values and certainly, not cow protection.

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Padmanabhaswamy Temple case: SC refuses to interfere with probe

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:09 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 04 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to interfere with the investigation being carried out in connection with the missing of eight diamonds from the Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

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TMC appeals the 'Gorkas' to call off their strike

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 17:00 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], July 4 (ANI): West Bengal Tourism Minister Gautam Deb has appealed to the people of Darjeeling and those behind the ongoing agitation to call off their indefinite strike.

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Panamagate probe: JIT members in Doha to question Qatari Prince

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:59 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 4 (ANI): Two members of the Panamagate Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's family's offshore wealth reached Doha on Tuesday to record the statement of Qatari Prince Hammad bin Jasim.

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Femina Miss India Manushi Chillar now aims for Miss World

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): The biggest beauty pageant of India ended with Manushi Chillar of Haryana, taking home the crown of 2017 Miss Femina Miss India.

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J&K will be benefitted most by GST: BJP

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:56 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] July 04 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said Jammu and Kashmir will be most benefitted by the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Arunachal CM directs SJETA dept to avoid delay in releasing scholarships to tribal students

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:56 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu directed the Department of Social Justice, Empowerment and Tribal Affairs (SJETA) to draw a foolproof mechanism to avoid delay in releasing scholarships to tribal students.

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Bilateral cooperation lauded at Kazakh Diplomatic Service jubilee reception

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Embassy of Kazakhstan organized a reception dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the establishment of Diplomatic Service of Kazakhstan at the Imperial Hotel here on Monday evening.

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India moving towards 'One Tax, One Market, One Nation': Addl. Secy Goyal

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Lauding the satisfactory implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Additional Secretary of the GST Council, Arun Goyal on Tuesday said India is slowly moving towards a 'One Tax, One Market, One Nation' regime.

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`Didn't see much communication between Kumble, Kohli during Champions Trophy`

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Kapil Malhotra, who was Team India's manager for the Champions Trophy, has made a startling revelation, saying that he did not see much communication between skipper Virat Kohli and former coach Anil Kumble during the tournament.

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PM Modi released coffee table book, presented first copy to President of India on President Pranab Mukherjee - A Statesman

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and released a coffee table book titled - "President Pranab Mukherjee - A Statesman Photographed And Curated by Varun Joshi" and presented the first copy to the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, at the yellow drawing room, Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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India is compelling China to opt for military action: Chinese experts

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:05 IST

Beijing [China], July 4 (ANI):Chinese experts have warned that India runs the risk of compelling Beijing to opt for a 'military way' to end the boundary standoff in the Sikkim sector if New Delhi refuses to listen.

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Iggy Azelea to work with Azelia Banks despite long feud

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 16:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Much shock to their fans, it seems like everything is fine between Iggy Azalea and Azelia Banks now.

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Meerut boy is the world's tallest 8-year-old

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:42 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 4 (ANI): Karan Singh from Meerut has bagged himself the title of being the tallest 8-year-old in the world with a height of 6 feet 6 inches.

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GST a blessing, will bring uniformity: Videocon CEO

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): With the launch of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) taking centre stage, Videocon Telecom CEO Arvind Bali while hailing the same as a 'blessing' said it will eliminate the chances of manipulation with regards to varying rates of Value Added Tax (VAT).

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N. Korea successfully tested ICBM, 'can strike anywhere in the world'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:13 IST

New York [U.S.], July4 (ANI): With the orders and supervision of Kim Jong-un, North Korea conducted its first successful test of a long-range intercontinental ballistic missile Hwasong-14, that it says can "reach anywhere in the world."

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One comment can ruin your day: Ed Sheeran quits Twitter

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Twitter can be a real difficult platform to cope up with and it seems singer Ed Sheeran just got to see that dark side of it.

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Your brain needs Yoga too

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:10 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): Meditation is an activity practiced by millions of people worldwide. But how does it affect your brain?

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JD (U) shared more cordial relations with BJP than Congress: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday backed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's recent criticism on the Congress and said that no one can stitch cordial relationship with the grand old party.

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EC issues notice to file nominations for Vice-Presidential polls

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 15:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4, (ANI): The Election Commission on Tuesday issued a notification to file nominations for the upcoming Vice-Presidential election slated to held on August 6.

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PCB chief invites Shashank Manohar to visit Lahore

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Outgoing Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) president Shaharyar Khan has invited International Cricket Council (ICC) chief Shashank Manohar to visit Lahore in the coming months.

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Congress concerned over India-Palestine ties post PM Modi's Israel visit

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Congress on Tuesday partially welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, while hoping that it is not being "done not at the expense of India's traditional loyalty and ties to the Palestinians".

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Hussain Nawaz appears before Panamagate probe team

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:43 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 4 (ANI):Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's elder son Hussain Nawaz arrived at the Federal Judicial Academy (FJA) here on Tuesday to appear for a sixth time before the joint investigation team (JIT) probing the Panamagate case.

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Russell Domingo reapplies for Proteas coach gig

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:34 IST

London [UK], July 4 (ANI): South Africa coach Russell Domingo, who is in England for the ongoing tour, has confirmed he has reapplied and been interviewed for the post.

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Pakistan can stabilize Afghanistan and the region: McCain

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July4 (ANI): U.S. Senator John McCain has reiterated that Pakistan plays a prominent role in establishing peace and stability in Afghanistan.

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India and Israel as technological partners can transform the world: Modi

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:23 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that as technological partners, both Israel and India can transform the world.

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Dengue, Chikungunya menace: Ready for cure, working on prevention, says Nadda

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Union Minister for Health J.P. Nadda on Tuesday said that the Centre along with states is plying to work on the lines of prevention in terms of combating vector borne diseases, given the season on monsoon prevalent across the nation.

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Mukesh Meena to take over as Special CP of Anti-Corruption Bureau

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): As many as nine Indian Police Service (IPS) officers were transferred in Delhi on Tuesday.

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Defence experts say PM Modi's Israel visit significant

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Defence experts have said that they see Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel as being significant as both nations face common security challenges.

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Tiger Woods finishes 'intensive program' for prescription pills

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): After getting arrested for Driving under the Influence (DUI) in May, former world number one golfer Tiger Woods has revealed that he has just finished an "intensive program, for prescription pills.

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Modi Israel visit: Indian Jewish community ecstatic, expect phenomenal developments

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 4, (ANI): President of All India Jewish Welfare Association Chen Jacob Nagawkar on Tuesday expressed excitement ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Israel visit, saying that the excitement among the Indian community in Israel is phenomenal .

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Delhi Dialogue 9 begins today, Sushma Swaraj to host ministerial session

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Delhi Dialogue 9, themed this year on "ASEAN-India Relations: Charting the Course for the Next 25 Years", begins in New Delhi this evening, with Minister for External Affairs Sushma Swaraj hosting the ministerial session.

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TRS, TDP, YSR Congress extend support to Kovind

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 14:06 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] July 04 (ANI): The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday got support of the Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS), Telugu Desam Party (TDP), and YSR Congress Party (Yuvajana Shramika Rythu Congress Party).

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Protests against China over stopping Mansarovar Yatra

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): In the wake of China stopping Indian pilgrims from visiting Kailash Mansarovar, a protest was held outside the Chinese embassy here on Tuesday.

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BCCI likely to appoint professional managers for Team India

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to appoint professional managers for the Indian team.

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Arjun Rampal's 'Daddy' gets postponed again, to release on September 8

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The release of Arjun Rampal's much-awaited movie 'Daddy' in which he will be essaying the role of mafia don Arun Gawli, has once again been postponed.

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Nepal vice president Pun on seven-day visit to China

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:53 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 4 (ANI):Nepal Vice-President Nanda Bahadur Pun is on a visit to China on Tuesday to attend the 23rd China-Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair being held in Lanzhou, the capital city of Gansu Province.

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Shiamak Davar's latest choreography showcases strength of women

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): Ace choreographer Shiamak Davar's dance troop recently gave an inspiring performance to showcase the fight for gender equality and the strength of a woman.

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More focus needs to be put on grassroots football in India: Jeremy Weeks

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Jeremy Weeks, head coach of Premier Skills Education Programme, feels more focus needs to be put on grassroots football and not only on the elite and talent to make the sport more popular and competitive in India.

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Will Ferrell is only interested in doing 'Step Brothers' sequel

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): With over 100 films to his credit, actor Will Ferrell feels that if there is one sequel he wants to do, it is the sequel of his 2008 movie 'Step Brothers'.

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"Experience Axis" through its new campaign

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:42 IST

Mumbai [India], July 4 (ANI-Businesswire India)Axis Bank, country's third largest private sector bank launched a new campaign 'Experience Axis', featuring its brand ambassador Deepika Padukone. The Bank showcases a range of offers on their credit and debit card bouquet, through the vibrant twenty-second video series.

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BJD hails PM Modi's historic Israel visit

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4, (ANI): The Biju Janta Dal (BJD) on Tuesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel where he is will discuss major common challenges including terrorism with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Five pct concessional GST for specified items for physically challenged persons

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Centre or more specifically the Ministry of Finance has listed 22 products or devices for physically challenged persons that will attract a concessional GST rate of five percent only.

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MP: Farmer critical after suicide attempt

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:51 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh), July 4 (ANI): Agrarian crisis seems to have enveloped Madhya Pradesh, as yet another farmer tried to take his life over loan woes.

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RBI to soon unveil new Rs. 200 notes

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India will be coming up with new notes of Rs. 200.

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Russia to decide on Syria, Assad's fate: Tillerson

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:43 IST

London[U.K.], July 4 (ANI): U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has conveyed to United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres that Russia will decide the fate of Syria and President Bashar al -Assad.

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EY accelerates digital agenda, appoints Rajan Sachdeva as India digital lead

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI-Businesswire India): With digital disruption transforming the business landscape, EY, the leading global professional services organization, is accelerating its digital agenda significantly. Earlier this week, EY inducted Rajan Sachdeva as Digital Leader for India and Head of its Technology Consulting Practice. In this newly created role, Rajan will be responsible for leading the integration of digital strategy across all EY Service Lines and Sectors in India, with a view to helping clients develop a holistic digital approach in today's connected world and also help the firm grow its managed services portfolio.

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PM Modi to meet President Jinping on sidelines of G-20 in Germany

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI) :Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit on July 7 in Hamburg, Germany, amid escalating tensions between both nations.

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Every state is doing best for their film industry except Tamil Nadu: Kamal Hassan on GST

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Good and Services Tax (GST) has received a mixed response from the people of India, since its implementation.

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Did Amber Rose, Rapper 21 Savage just confirmed their relationship?

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:21 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): It seems like Amber Rose and Rapper 21 are really a thing now.

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Mithali Raj calls for improvement in batting ahead of Lanka clash

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:21 IST

London [UK], July 4 (ANI): Despite India sitting at the top of the Women's World Cup standings after three games, captain Mithali Raj feels her team still have plenty to work on as it they prepare to face Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

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Srinagar: Exhibition of Centrally sponsored schemes

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:21 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 4 (ANI): A mega exhibition sponsored by the Ministry of Agriculture was held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) for four days in Srinagar recently.

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ICC Women's WC: Aussies to focus on maintaining unbeaten run against Pak

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:21 IST

London [UK], July 4 (ANI): Defending champion Australia have won its first three matches at the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup but all-rounder Ellyse Perry says they are solely focussed on taking each game as it comes.

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Odisha: Amit Shah meets grieving family of BJP leader killed in poll violence

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:18 IST

Khurda (Odisha) [India], July 4, (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday met mother of Chitrasen Jena, a BJP youth leader who was killed in the post Panchayat polls violence.

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Liquor ban: Corruption complaint against Siddaramaiah

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:01 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 4 (ANI): A complaint has been filed against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) for indulging in corruption over cancellation of liquor licenses throughout the state.

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'Fantastic Beasts' sequel reveals major plot details, rounds out cast

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 12:00 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 4 (ANI): 'Fantastic Beasts' fans, Rejoice! We are finally going to see Dumbledore and Grindelwald together.

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Vaughan worried with Ballance batting at three in Lord's Test

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:45 IST

London [UK], July 4 (ANI): Former England skipper Michael Vaughan is concerned about left-handed batsman Gary Ballance's selection for the first Test of the four-match series starting at Lord's on Thursday.

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Demonetisation: SC asks Centre to give genuine cases 'another chance'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:42 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): In a big relief to all those who are bearing the brunt of demonetisation, the Supreme Court on Tuesday rapped the Centre and asked them to give another chance to "genuine people to deposit old notes".

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Truecaller introduces 'Flash Messaging' feature on iOS

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Truecaller on Monday rolled out its latest update to iOS, bringing its 'Flash Messaging' feature to iPhones. With a simple swipe and tap, Flash Messaging is a shorthand way for users to communicate via pre-defined messages, phrases and emojis.

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Qatar responds to Saudi-led blockade demands

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:39 IST

Doha [Qatar], July 4 (ANI): Qatar's foreign minister has delivered a written response to a list of demands from Saudi Arabia-led Arab alliance, which early Monday gave Doha an extra 48 hours to think twice.

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Byju acquires Edurite, TutorVista, aims to expand global operations

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Education leader Byju's on Monday announced the acquisition of TutorVista and Edurite from Pearson. The partnership is focused on expanding international reach and creating a diverse product portfolio.

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SC refuses early hearing in PMLA case against Karti Chidambaram

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4, (ANI): The Supreme Court today refused to give an early hearing in the PMLA case filed by the Enforcement Directorate against former finance minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti Chidamabaram.

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Messi to sign new Barca deal after honeymoon

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:24 IST

Barcelona [Spain], July 4 (ANI): Argentina's star footballer Lionel Messi, who recently got married with long-time partner Antonella Roccuzzo, will sign a new contract with Barcelona when he returns from his honeymoon in the middle of this month.

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Ex-Bigg Boss contestant Mandana Karimi files domestic violence case against husband Gaurav

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:08 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 4 (ANI): Former Bigg Boss contestant Mandana Karimi has filed a domestic violence case against her husband, Gaurav Gupta, at Andheri court in Mumbai.

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PM Modi embarks on historic Israel tour

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday enplaned for the three-day bilateral visit to Israel on from New Delhi.

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Varun Dhawan, Anushka Sharma to star in Yash Raj's 'Sui Dhaaga'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 11:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma are all set to dazzle the big screen with their romance, as both the stars are teaming up to act in Yash Raj Films' next production 'Sui Dhaaga - Made In India'.

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Considerable obstacles in implementing GST: Chinese media

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 10:36 IST

Beijing [China], July 4 (ANI): Appreciating the revolutionary Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform in India, a Chinese daily has said that New Delhi still lags far behind Beijing in terms of implementing the reform.

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Rajasthan ATS nabs man for suspected ISIS links from Chennai

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 10:16 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), July 4, (ANI): The Rajasthan Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Tuesday arrested a person from Chennai over alleged ISIS links.

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PM Modi, PM Netanyahu promise to elevate 25 years of cooperation between the countries

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 09:41 IST

Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to elevate 25 years of diplomatic relations between the countries.

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Jab Harry Met Sejal: SRK on 1 lakh support against Censor Board's challenge

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 09:24 IST

Mumbai [India], Jul 4 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan expects, the people, who supported 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' against the challenge thrown by Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahlaj Nihalani, rather more than them, to turn up to the theatres to watch the movie.

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J-K: Three terrorists killed in ongoing operation in Pulwama

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 09:23 IST

Pulwama(Jammu and Kashmir), July 4, (ANI): The body of a third terrorist has recovered in Bamnoo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district, amid the ongoing counter-terror operation.

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BJP Govt. in a mood to crush dissent: Ex-IPS officer after being arrested

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 09:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 4 (ANI): Former IPS officer S.R. Darapuri, who was yesterday arrested with eight associates in Lucknow, said that he and his mates were not planning to hold any protest at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's residence.

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Trump tears into Kim Jong-un, as North Korea provokes again

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 08:27 IST

New York [U.S.], July. 4 (ANI): With North Korea launching yet another ballistic missile that landed in waters near Japan, U.S. President Donald Trump called on China to take action and "end this nonsense once and for all!"

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Pak should push Salahuddin back to India to face consequences: Defence experts

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 08:04 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 4 (ANI): The defence experts on Tuesday said that Hizbul Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin is an arrogant man, whom Pakistan should push back to India to let him face the consequences by the Indian Armed forces.

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PM Modi to begin Israel visit from today

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:48 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today begin his two nation tour starting from Israel. He is the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the state.

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'Less toxic' tobacco comes closer to reality

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): A new genetic road map of tobacco has been used to successfully identify and clone two mutated genes associated with how efficiently the plants used nitrogen - a discovery that could one day help reduce the need for nitrogen-based fertilisers in growing crops.

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China needs to know Bhutan vital for India: Defence experts

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:44 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 4 (ANI): The defence experts on Tuesday said that there is a need to tell China that Bhutan is as vital for India's interest as Taiwan is for them.

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SC to hear Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple theft case

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:43 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday will continue to hear arguments in the Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple theft case.

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Are more eggs better in IVF?

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): A higher number of eggs retrieved in an IVF treatment cycle is independently associated with more chromosomally normal embryos available for transfer, according to a new study.

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Cong continuously insulting Indian Army: Prakash Javadekar

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:14 IST

New Delhi [India] Jul 4 (ANI): Union HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar on Tuesday lashed out at the Congress for condemning the Centre over its border standoff with China and said that the latter has been continuously insulting the Indian Army.

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Arthritis may have helped our ancestors survive Ice Age

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): For all the arthritics, a team of researchers has found that you might not be alive today at all, were it not for your aching joints.

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Centre should reconsider 'disability tax' under GST: Congress

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] Jul 4 (ANI): Backing Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's remark to roll back the 'disability tax' under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, party leader Ashok Chavan on Tuesday said that the Centre should reconsider the decision and apparatus used for the disabled should be kept outside the roll-out.

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BJP should start following law, order: Samajwadi Party

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 07:08 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] Jul 4 (ANI): Condemning the law and order of Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party on Tuesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to threaten and dominate the officers who are doing their duties.

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US: 10 injured after cab driver 'accidentally' drives into pedestrians

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 06:41 IST

New York [U.S.A], July 4 (ANI): At least 10 people were seriously injured after a taxi driver rammed a group of pedestrians near Boston airport. The police, however, have ruled out this incident as an act of terrorism.

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US 'deliberately' stirring up trouble in South China Sea: Beijing

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 06:38 IST

Beijing [China], Jul 4 (ANI): China has expressed its dissatisfaction with the United States for sailing its navy warship near a disputed island in the South China Sea claimed by Beijing. It said that the behaviour of the US constitutes a serious political and military provocation.

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Chinese President arrives in Russia to hold bilateral talks

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 06:38 IST

Moscow [Russia], Jul 4 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Russia for an official visit at the invitation of his counterpart Vladimir Putin. This is Jinping's sixth visit to Moscow as head of state.

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French President vows to lift state of emergency

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 06:37 IST

Paris [France], Jul 4 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron has declared that the state of emergency, which was imposed post the 2015 Paris terror attacks, would be lifted later this year.

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One killed, six injured in shooting in France's Toulouse

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 06:37 IST

Toulouse [France], Jul 4 (ANI): At least one person was killed and eight others suffered serious injuries in a shooting that took place in France's southern Toulouse city.

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High-fat diet in pregnancy ups breast cancer risk

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 05:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): Pregnant? You may want to avoid a high-fat diet as a recent research has found that it increases the breast cancer risk.

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Taking a leaf out of plants' book to design solar cells

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 05:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): A team of researchers has optimized and characterized titanium dioxide-based solar cell design using diverse plant pigments.

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Turns out, Alzheimer's can 'protect' sufferers from cancer

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 05:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): People with Alzheimer's disease may have a higher risk of developing brain tumours, but they are less likely to develop lung cancer, according to a recent study.

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'Needle' your way to a thinner you with acupuncture

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 05:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): Trying to shed those extra kilos? You may want to add acupuncture to your weight loss plan as a recent study has suggested that it is effective.

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Dinosaur extinction set the stage for frog evolution

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 05:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 4 (ANI): Turns out, the global catastrophe that delivered the coup de grace to the dinosaurs was actually good news for frogs as they took a leap forward to survival after the mass extinction.

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Qatar officially responds to Arab nations' demands

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 04:46 IST

Doha [Qatar], Jul 4 (ANI): Qatar has handed over its official response to a list of demands made by Saudi Arabia and its allies after another 48 hours was given to address their grievances.

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Owaisi brothers make poisonous remarks to instigate Muslims: Shiv Sena

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:54 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 4 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Tuesday said that All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) legislator Akbaruddin Owaisi and his brother and party chief Asaduddin Owaisi have been making poisonous statements to instigate the Muslim community, adding that the government needs to take its cognizance.

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BJP dubs Akbaruddin Owaisi's mindset as 'perverted, communal'

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:53 IST

New Delhi [India] July 4 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday lashed out at All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) legislator Akbaruddin Owaisi and termed his mindset as perverted and communal for invoking Muslims against the government.

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Akbaruddin Owaisi should let nation live in harmony: Anil Vij

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:52 IST

New Delhi [India] July 4 (ANI): Haryana Minister Anil Vij on Tuesday said that All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) legislator Akbaruddin Owaisi should not create misunderstanding between Hindus and Muslims and let the entire nation live in harmony.

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UP: 15-year-old cracks IIT-JEE exam

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:51 IST

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 4 (ANI): A 15-year-old boy from Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad has cleared IIT-JEE (Advanced) exam and secured admission in mechanical engineering.

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China accuses India of violating 1890 treaty on Sikkim

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:49 IST

Beijing [China], July 4 (ANI): Describing the Indian security forces act of allegedly crossing the Chinese border near Sikkim area as "very serious," Beijing has accused New Delhi of violating a convention signed in 1890 between Britain and China relating to Sikkim and Tibet.

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YouTube, VH1 star Stevie Ryan commits suicide at 33

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 02:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Internet star Stevie Ryan, who rose to fame with her YouTube series 'Little Loca,' has died in an apparent suicide at the age of 33.

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Venus Williams in tears over fatal car crash post Wimbledon win

Updated: Jul 04, 2017 01:00 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 4 (ANI): As another round of competition started off at Wimbledon, Venus Williams had to face questions from the media about the fatal car crash she was involved in that claimed the life of a passenger in another vehicle.

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Pak not bound by U.S.' move designating Salahuddin a global terrorist: Sartaj Aziz

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 23:27 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], July 3 (ANI): Advisor to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs, Sartaj Aziz, said on Monday that Islamabad was not bound to follow the decision of the United States to designate Syed Salahuddin a global terrorist as it was not a United Nations (UN) declaration.

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Salahuddin's interview highlights freedom enjoyed by terrorists in Pak: MEA

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 23:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday said the interview given by 'global terrorist' Syed Salauddin, leader of Hizbul Mujahideen, highlights the unabashed manner in which terrorist organisations and leaders enjoy freedom of operations in Pakistan.

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Bull sport Kambala now legal in Karnataka!

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday promulgated the ordinance legalizing the traditional 'Kambala' sport.

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Pak athletes arrive in India to participate in 22nd Asian Athletics C'ships

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 23:11 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 3 (ANI): The Pakistani athletes on Monday evening arrived in Bhubaneswar to participate in the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships.

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Man arrested for plotting French Prez Macron's assassination

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 22:24 IST

Paris [France], July 3 (ANI): The French police has arrested a 23-year-old man suspected of planning President Emmanuel Macron's assassination during a Bastille Day parade on July 14, local media reported on Monday.

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22 states abolish check posts post GST roll out

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 22:24 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): As many as 22 states abolished check posts psot the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), a finance ministry statement said.

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Swaraj meets Minister of Industry of the Republic of Belarus

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 22:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday met Minister of Industry of the Republic of Belarus Vitaly Vovk here.

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Swaraj meets Nepal Deputy Prime Minister

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 22:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj met Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Nepal Krishna Bahadur Mahara on Monday.

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Assam: Floods claim one life, affect 2.7 lakh lives

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:35 IST

Lakhimpur (Assam) [India], July 3 (ANI): Flood caused by incessant rains in Assam on Monday claimed life of one in Lakhimpur district of the state.

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Now, blend your cup of tea as per your wish

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:28 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): All the tea lovers out there, have you ever thought of blending your cup of tea according to your wish?

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Onions sold at Rs. 2-4 per kg in Chhattisgarh's Koriya due to bumper harvest in MP

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:27 IST

Koriya (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 3 (ANI): With the abundance of onion production in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh is reaping the benefits of it.

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`Exercise Maitree 2017` commences in Himachal

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:26 IST

Bakloh (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): The 14-day joint training exercise of the Indian Army with the Royal Thailand Army, "Exercise Maitree 2017", which commenced today at Bakloh in Himachal Pradesh, aims at building and promoting closer relations while exchanging skills and experiences between both the armies.

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Ghaziabad: Man attacks woman after failing to rape her

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:08 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): A woman in Ghaziabad city of Uttar Pradesh was attacked with a sharp weapon by the accused after a failed rape attempt.

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Kerala: CPM worker attacked by masked assailants in Kannur

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:08 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], July 3 (ANI): A Communist Party of India (Marxist) worker was attacked by nine unknown assailants on Monday.

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Lucknow: Body of policeman found floating in Gomti river

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 21:07 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): A dead body of a policeman was found floating in Gomti River on Monday.

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Murray eases into Wimbledon second round

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:44 IST

London [UK], July 3 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray began his title defense on a successful note as he defeated Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstan in straight sets in the opening round of Wimbledon on Monday.

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ED conducts raids at premises of N.C. Jain for involvement in Hawala operations

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday conducted searches at 10 premises, both offices and residential, of Naresh Chand Jain located at Pitampura, Vikas Puri, Rohini and Wazirpur, in Delhi.

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Modi, Netanhayu to honour fallen Indian soldiers at Haifa Cemetery

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:33 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Israel, which starts tomorrow, will visit the Haifa India Cemetery along with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu to pay tributes to the Indian soldiers who fought in World War I.

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Bhutan to supply hydropower to Bangladesh via India

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:27 IST

New Delhi [India] July 03 (ANI): Leaders of India, Bhutan and Bangladesh may soon formally sign and join hands to build a 1,125 MW hydropower project in Bhutan as trilateral memorandum of understanding (MoU) on this has been finalised by the three Asian countries.

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Successful flight test of short-range missile off Odisha coast

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:26 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 3 (ANI): The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday developed short-range Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM), which successfully flight tested from Integrated Test Range (ITR) Chandipur's Odisha Coast.

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Keep your skin-ageing blues at bay with Retinol

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:21 IST

London [UK], July 3 (ANI): Do you feel like entering into an end of glory phase with preceding thirties? Are you too tired of spending all your income on products like "Anti-wrinkle expert", "Rapid wrinkle repair" etc.

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Assam: Alleged Cow vigilantes attack drivers transporting cattle

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:19 IST

Sonapur (Assam) [India], July 3 (ANI): In another case of apathy by alleged cow vigilantes, a truck driver in Assam's Sonapur was assaulted on suspicion of transporting cows.

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Centre, ADB sign USD 220 million deal to enhance road connectivity in Rajasthan

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India on Monday signed a USD 220 million loan deal for improving connectivity as well as transport efficiency and safety on the State Highways in Rajasthan.

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MP Cabinet gives nod to seventh Pay Commission; to benefit 6.5 lakh employees

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:18 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's cabinet on Monday gave approval to Seventh Central Pay Commission (CPC), benefitting 6.5 lakh employees for increased wages.

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Cabinet Secy reviews situation after GST rollout

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:02 IST

New Delhi [India] July 03 (ANI): Union Cabinet Secretary Pradeep Kumar Sinha on Monday reviewed the situation after the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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PM Modi to attend G-20 Summit in Germany

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Hamburg in Germany from July 6-8 to attend the 12th G-20 Summit.

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Centre announces re-issue of stocks through price-based auction

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Government of India on Monday announced the re-issue of several categories of its stocks through price-based auction that has to be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on July 7 in Mumbai.

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Israel emphasises importance of Modi's visit, hints at some surprises

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 20:00 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 3 (ANI): Israel's foreign ministry on Monday stressed upon the importance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Israel and hinted that many surprises could unfold during the visit.

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BookMyShow forays into food technology, acquires Mumbai-based Burrp

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): BookMyShow on Monday acquired Mumbai-based local food and restaurant search engine Burrp in an all cash deal from Network18.

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N Chandrasekaran appointed Tata Global Beverages Chairman

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Tata Global Beverages Ltd. on Monday appointed Tata Sons' head Natarajan Chandrasekaran as the Chairman of its board with immediate effect.

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Dutt biopic will release as per schedule in March 2018: Rajkumar Hirani

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 19:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Contrary to rumours of Rajkumar Hirani's Dutt biopic clashing with Salman Khan's next on Eid 2018, the film maker refutes reports.

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Arrested Dalit protesters released

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 19:06 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): Former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer S.R. Darapuri and eight others, who were arrested earlier today for planning to hold a protest against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his residence, have been released.

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NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal allowed to vote from jail for presidential polls

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 19:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): A special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Mumbai on Monday allowed Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Chhagan Bhujbal, (who is currently lodged in jail in connection with a money laundering case) to cast his vote in Presidential Polls.

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Kyrgios out of Wimbledon after hip injury forces retirement

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:54 IST

London [UK], July 3 (ANI): Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios is out of Wimbledon after he retired hurt with a hip injury before the third set of his first-round match against France's Pierre-Hugues Herbert on Monday.

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Taking law in own hands will not be accepted: Jharkhand CM over lynching

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:53 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 3 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das on Monday warned the people not to take law in its own hands stating that because of few people the state gets a bad name.

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Are you an addict? Maybe this is the reason

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): A recent study has revealed the causes of addiction in adults that could be related to a psychiatric disorder incurred by a person during his/her childhood years.

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Ford India's domestic sales declines, exports up due to GST

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Ford India's domestic sales declined and exports surged a month before the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1.

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Ashwini Bhave, Karuna Master in Reiki launches Samini Healing Centre in Gurugram

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): Ashwini Bhave and Samini Healing Centre, which has just been launched in Gurugram are dedicated to helping individuals deal with issues such as troubled relationships, releasing negative energy/blockages, pain reduction/elimination, managing weight loss, fertility, infertility, and pregnancy-related issues, anxiety, depression, accelerated surgical recovery, ADD, ADHD, emotional balance, self-esteem and mental clarity.

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50-year-old drug treats unexplained infertility most efficiently: Study

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:32 IST

Washington D.C [USA], July 3 (ANI): Over the past decade, significant advances have occurred in the diagnosis and treatment of reproductive disorders.

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Salahuddin deserves the tag of 'global terrorist: Home Ministry

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Home Ministry on Monday said that designation of a global terrorist given to Syed Salahuddin is "well deserved".

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Netanyahu to receive PM Modi in Tel Aviv

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be received by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his arrival at the Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv tomorrow evening.

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GJYM to go on hunger strike in Delhi, Darjeeling on July 6

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:15 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], July 3 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Yuva Morcha (GJYM) on Monday informed that it will go on a hunger strike in Delhi and Darjeeling.

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Jab Harry Met Sejal: SRK to karaoke for the first time in 'Beech Beech mein'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan would be seen karaoking for the first time in a track from his upcoming film 'Jab Harry met Sejal,' named 'Beech Beech mein'.

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Ravi Shastri applies for Team India's head coach post

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Former cricketer Ravi Shastri on Monday formally applied for the post of Team India's head coach.

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Tata Power Solar wins India Solar Week Excellence Award 2017

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Tata Power Solar on Monday was conferred with the India Solar Week Excellence Award 2017 in the '100 MW or below' project-based category for excellence in commissioning a 100 MW solar project for National Thermal Power Corporation Limited or NTPC in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh.

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Ranbir reveals why he stammers in 'Jagga Jasoos'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The trailer of 'Jagga Jasoos' solved many mysteries that were surrounding the movie through the glimpse in the World of Jagga that the audience witnessed earlier.

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Delhi Court extends judicial custody of Lalu Yadav's daughter's CA

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Monday extended the judicial custody of Misa Bharti's Chartered Accountant (CA) Rajesh Agarwal in a money laundering case.

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Russia running out of patience with U.S. over the 'diplomatic property seizure'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:56 IST

Moscow [Russia], July 3 (ANI): The Russian government is losing patience over the United States unnecessarily prolonging the situation surrounding the confiscation of Russian diplomatic property in their country.

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Poonam Raut's father jubilant over Team India's crushing win over Pakistan

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:55 IST

Mumbai [India], July 3 (ANI): Indian opener Poonam Raut's father has expressed pleasure over the team's crushing 95-run win over their arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC Women's World Cup encounter and heaped praise on his daughter by describing her as `great`.

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'Dangal's BO collection stands at 1864 cr: Spokesperson

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Contrary to rumours of Aamir Khan-starrer 'Dangal' having crossed the 2000 crore mark worldwide, spokesperson clarify that the film is yet to reach the milestone.

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Terror a major threat for India, Israel: Daniel Carmon

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India] July 3 (ANI): Terrorism is always on the table during bilateral talks between India and Israel because both countries are facing terrorism as a major threat; Daniel Carmon, Israel's Ambassador to India, said on Monday.

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Digital payment up by 55 percent, notes NITI Aayog

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): An analysis of the current digital payments landscape in the country revealed that during the financial year 2016-17, there has been a 55 percent increase in digital payments, as revealed by Ratan P Watal, Principal Advisor, NITI Aayog and former finance secretary.

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Vote count of Nepal's second phase election vote hits snag

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:37 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 3 (ANI): The vote counting of Nepal's second phase local polls has hit a snag because of various technical and logistic problems.

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Delhi HC asks SpiceJet to pay Rs. 250 crore to previous owner

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:14 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed SpiceJet's plea against a single judge order which had directed it to deposit Rs. 579 crore in connection with a share transfer dispute with previous owner Kalanithi Maran.

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What's wrong if an organisation doing "good work" gets recognized: Aparna Yadav

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:14 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): After a major RTI revelation claimed that nearly 86 percent of the grant sanctioned by the then Samajwadi Party government in Uttar Pradesh for cow welfare was given to her NGO, Mulayam Singh's daughter-in-law Aparna Yadav on Monday asked what was so wrong if an "active" NGO, doing "good work", is recognized.

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Bombay High Court adjourns land grab case against Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:05 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): The Bombay High Court on Monday adjourned the land grab case against businessman Raj Kundra for two weeks and has directed the police to not file charge sheet till then.

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Afghanistan: 43 Taliban insurgents killed in Helmand airstrikes

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 17:05 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 3 (ANI): 43 Taliban insurgents were killed and 20 others were wounded in airstrikes and ground forces operations on Sunday night in Afghanistan.

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John Terry signs Aston Villa deal, confirms club owner

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:48 IST

London [UK], July 3 (ANI): Former Chelsea captain John Terry is all set to join Aston Villa.

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`New Dad` du Plessis to miss Lord's Test, Elgar to captain

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:48 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 3 (ANI): South Africa Test skipper Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the first Test of the four-match series against England beginning Thursday at Lord's due to family reasons.

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Nepal seeking access to China's land, sea ports

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:47 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], July 3 (ANI): Nepal is seeking access to two land and three sea ports in China and is set to propose the plan to Beijing for enhancing connectivity with Europe.

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Kerala students protest against fee hike; several injured during police baton charge

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:46 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 3 (ANI): Several activists were injured in a Kerala Police baton charge after the state's student union organised a protest against the fee hike in medical courses, here on Monday.

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Parole granted to INLD leader Ajay Chautala

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday granted parole to Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Ajay Chautala till July 12 to appear in a post graduate diploma examination.

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Gorkhas says they are not safe in West Bengal

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:29 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], July 3 (ANI): In the wake of indefinite protests being conducted by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) demanding a separate state Gorkhaland, the GJM has asserted that Gorkhas of Darjeeling are not safe in West Bengal.

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Former EVP of Canon India Dr. Alok Bharadwaj launches CreoVate transformations, consulting

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): Former Canon India EVP-COO and later head of Canon Asia Strategy centre in Singapore that overlooks 23 countries, Dr. Alok Bharadwaj, who has over 30 years of experience in leading business operations, transformational practices, strategy architectures, organisational excellence and building future capabilities on Monday announced the launch of his personal venture CreoVate (a portmanteau of create and innovate).

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JuD's charity wing sets up donation camps in Pok in name of jihad

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:25 IST

Rawalakot [Pakistan occupied Kashmir], July 3 (ANI): The Falah-e-Insaniat Foundation (FIF), a welfare wing of Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed's Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD), recently organised donation camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir in the name of j

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Murray retains top spot in latest rankings

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 3 (ANI): British tennis ace Andy Murray has retained his numero one spot in the latest ATP Rankings released on Monday.

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Microland appoints Sandeep Hardikar as Senior Vice President, Europe

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:19 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Microland, India's leading hybrid IT infrastructure service provider on Monday announced the appointment of Sandeep Hardikar as Senior Vice President, Europe. Based out of London, Sandeep will be responsible for Microland's business in the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.

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Experts not sure why China, India border dispute has boiled over again

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 16:15 IST

Hong Kong [China], July 3 (ANI): Chinese and Indian analysts believe the military face-off between China and India along an unmarked border in the remote tri-junction of Sikkim, Tibet and Bhutan over the last three weeks again shows the complexity of border disputes, which remain a major source of instability in bilateral ties.

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Five arrested for cattle theft and illegal slaughter

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): At least five persons have been arrested by the Crime Branch of Delhi Police for their alleged involvement in cattle theft and illegal slaughter in New Delhi.

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Tej Pratap Yadav provided wrong figures during 2015 elections: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): After meeting Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking disqualification of Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav as MLA, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) delegation led by senior party leader Sushil Modi asserted that when filing nomination letter for 2015 elections, the former provided wrong facts and figures.

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Not interested in becoming Opposition's PM face for 2019: Nitish Kumar

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:18 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] July 3 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday made it clear that he had no intention to become the Prime Ministerial candidate for the Opposition in 2019, indicating a possible rift.

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Aye Finance expands South footprint with eight new branches

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Aye Finance, a Gugaon-based finance company in the micro and small enterprise lending space, has expanded its footprint in the Southern part of India by opening eight new branches.

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Zumba celebration in India with 8 city tour

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:11 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): July is a landmark month for Zumba in India as Sucheta Pal becomes the first Indian to be the Zumba Global Brand Ambassador.

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Exotel, Zendesk partner to deliver voice capabilities in India

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Cloud telephony platform Exotel on Monday announced its partnership with Zendesk to provide end-to-end multichannel support to the latter's customer base in India. With this new partnership, Zendesk will include Exotel's voice platform as a part of its customer support offerings in the region.

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Bhajji turns 37: Wishes pour in for 'The Turbanator'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Veteran Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh, also known as 'The Turbanator', turned 37 today and warm birthday wishes poured in from the cricket fraternity.

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ICC Women's WC: Indian eves played like `warriors` against Pakistan, says Vijay Goel

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel has congratulated the Indian women's cricket team for their splendid performance against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

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Increased air pollution linked to shorter life-span: Study

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 15:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): According to a recent study, an increase in pollution particles in the air, of 10 micrograms per cubic meter, cuts victims' life expectancy by 9-11 years, but the increase in pollution is also costing billions due to high usage of fossil fuels.

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SEBI unhappy with credit-rating agencies, to issue new norms

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chief Ajay Tyagi on Monday said he was not happy with the present state of affairs of the credit-rating agencies (CRAs) in the country, adding that a discussion paper would soon be published issuing new forms for them.

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Jugnoo turns EBITDA positive, on track for Rs. 70 Crores annual net revenue

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): Jugnoo, India's leading hyper local startup, offering a diverse range of services like rides, Ready-to-Eat meals, food delivery, grocery and B2B delivery, became the first ever company in the on-demand space to turn cash flow positive with profitability on an EBITDA basis.

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Double Balloon Enteroscopy: New introduction at BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): In an effort, to provide patients with one of the most advanced solutions, BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, a part of Parkway Pantai, announced the introduction of a novel procedure termed 'Double Balloon Enteroscopy' (DBE).

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Jaitley congratulates DRDO for test firing quick reaction surface to Air Missile

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for successfully test firing quick reaction surface to Air Missile and asserted this will add to India's defence capabilities.

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James Sutherland not to intervene in pay dispute

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:38 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 3 (ANI): Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland, who returned to the head office last week, has refused to intervene in the ongoing pay dispute between the country's cricket board and the Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA).

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SC seeks reply from states over PIL on National Witness Protection Programme

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday sought replies from Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat government over the PIL on the National Witness Protection programme initiative.

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Bahuda Yatra: The Trinity returns to their abode

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Completing the Pahandi rituals, the sibling deities, Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra, are returning to their abode today.

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Delhi HC issues notice to Saket malls on fire safety

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:28 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday issued a notice to Select City Walk Mall and DLF Mall of Saket, the DDA, Delhi Police, Delhi Fire Service and the Delhi government on a plea filed over fire safety on the malls.

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Philander declared match fit for Lord's Test

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:18 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 3 (ANI): South African pacer Vernon Philander, who recently suffered an ankle injury, has been declared fit for the first Test of the four-match series against England, beginning Thursday at Lord's.

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Fill administrative system with energy of 'New India': PM Modi to IAS Officers

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday advised young Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers to avoid getting into a mindset that resists change and to fill India's administrative system with the energy of 'New India'.

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India vs West Indies: Kohli questions team's 'shot selection' in 4th ODI

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:08 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 3 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has blamed team's wrong shot selection for the 11-run loss against West Indies in the fourth ODI of the five-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Sunday.

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'Gotham' star Donal Logue seeks public help to find daughter

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Star of hit-TV series 'Gotham,' Donal Logue is finally looking for public help to find his missing daughter, Jade.

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Fairwood to build world's largest electric vehicle transport system in Ajman

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-BusinessWire India): The Fairwood Group's 'ULTraFairwood' announced the signing of a contract to build the world's largest Personal/Group Rapid Transit (PRT/GRT) project in Ajman City, UAE.

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'Game of Thrones' gave me sex education: Sophie Turner

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): Sophie turner was just 13 when she joined 'Game of Thrones,' which is best known for his epic battle scenes, intriguing drama and infamous sex scenes.

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Torrential rains in Arunachal create havoc

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:49 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): With the coming of the monsoon, the state of Arunachal Pradesh, including its capital Itanagar, has been severely affected by landslides, flash floods and road blockades.

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Instead of investigating their own, BJP going after Opposition: Congress

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:46 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): After an RTI claimed that 86 percent of Samajwadi Party government's cow welfare fund has been granted to Mulayam's daughter-in-law's NGO, Congress leader Akhilesh Pratap on Monday said the Yogi Adityanath-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is targeting the opposition and is misleading people by making such an allegation.

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Market fluctuation cannot be attributed to GST alone: Expert

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): With Dalal Street witnessing a surge in its first session post the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), market expert Uttam Bargi asserted that this alone cannot be the reason for the rise in Sensex recorded earlier today.

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SC orders Maha Govt. to remove encroachments near Haji Ali Dargah within two weeks

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday granted the Maharashtra government two weeks time to remove the encroachments from the approaching roads leading to Mumbai's Haji Ali Dargah.

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'Reactive' agenda won't work, Congress must set alternate narrative: Nitish

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:36 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] July 3 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) Chief and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday asked the Congress to set an alternative narrative and agenda for the Opposition.

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Darjeeling unrest: Internet restriction extended for eight more days

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:32 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], July 3 (ANI): The West Bengal District Administration on Monday extended the restriction imposed on internet services for another eight days in Darjeeling, to halt rumours from spreading through social media.

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Kohli & Co. taking inspiration from Indian eves: Sanjay Bangar

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:30 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 3 (ANI): Team India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has congratulated the country's women team for registering a crushing win over their arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC Women's World Cup, adding that the Men in Blue are taking inspiration from them.

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Chouhan lauds Modi's commiment to Paris climate deal

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:27 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh (MP) Chief Minister (CM) Shivraj Singh Chouhan has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to the Paris climate deal despite US president Donald Trump pulling out of the agreement.

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A different approach to scale: deploying home automation in large communities

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Unlike many consumer electronics products, home automation is a solution play and not a product play. People are not interested in what products are offered by companies, but more in seeing that their lives become safe, secure, comfortable and energy efficient. Added complexity to it is the fact that a smooth experience with any such solutions is heavily dependent on the network, electrical and construction infrastructure in a particular place.

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SC stays Madras HC order directing TN Govt to waive farmers' loans

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday put a stay on the Madras High Court order directing Tamil Nadu government to waive loans of all drought-hit farmers.

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SC allows Kolkata woman to abort 23-week-old foetus

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 03 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Kolkata based Sharmishta Chakraborty to abort her more than 23-weeks pregnancy.

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SC stays criminal contempt proceedings against Arundhati Roy

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:59 IST

New Delhi [India] July 3 (ANI): Author Arundhati Roy on Monday got relief from the Supreme Court when it stayed criminal contempt proceedings against her in the Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court.

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Andy Murray to be daddy again!

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:58 IST

London [U.K], July 3 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray is all set to embrace fatherhood for the second time.

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Cloud-based GST accounting software for SMEs launched by IndiaFilings

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-BusinessWire India): IndiaFilings, India's largest online business services platform announced the launch of LEDGERS, a Goods and Services Tax (GST) accounting software specially designed for SMEs.

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J-K: Gunmen open fire on Police convoy, one cop critical

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:55 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 03 (ANI): Terrorists opened fire on a Police patrol party here in South Kashmir's Anantnag today, in which one cop is said to be in a critical condition.

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'Insensitive' Centre must roll back 'disability tax' under GST: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Monday called on the 'insensitive' Centre to roll back the 'disability tax' under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, stressing that it would lead the disabled people thro

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B-town congratulates Indian eves post Pakistan's drubbling

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The whole nation on Sunday celebrated the outstanding victory of the Indian women cricket team in the ICC Women's World Cup against Pakistan.

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Benami properties: BJP delegation to meet EC seeking Tej Pratap's dismissal

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) delegation led by senior party leader Sushil Modi will today meet the Election Commission seeking disqualification of Tej Pratap Yadav as MLA, as he was facing corruption charges in benami properties case.

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Anuj Puri's 'Anarock' appoints Rahul Yadav as Chief Product, Technology Officer

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): Anarock Property Consultants, which prominent real estate industry stalwart Anuj Puri launched last month, on Monday announced that it has appointed Housing.com's co-founder and ex-CEO Rahul Yadav as Chief Product and Technology Officer.

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CISF adjudged the best security service provider

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The services of Central Industrial Security Forces (CISF) at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport was adjudged as the best security service across the country by an independent body of the World Quality Congress (WQC) on Sunday.

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86 % of funds by 'Gau Sewa Commission' allotted to Mulayam's daughter-in-law's NGO: RTI

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:47 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 3 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh animal husbandry department granted nearly 86 per cent to an NGO run by the former state chief minister Akhilesh Yadav's sister-in-law Aparna Yadav, according to an RTI reply.

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'Despicable Me 3' rules the US Box-Office with 75 million USD opening

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:46 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 3 (ANI): The 'minions' have clinched the top-spot at US Box-Office.

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Canadian PM under radar for forgetting Alberta during 'Canada Day speech'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:46 IST

Ottawa [Canada], July 3 (ANI): On the occasion of Canada's 150th birthday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau forgot to mention the name of a major Canadian province Alberta, during his speech while making a mention of the country's other territories.

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Proud of Ekta Bisht, says Mithali Raj post crushing win over Pak

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:27 IST

Derby [U.K], July 3 (ANI): Indian women's team skipper Mithali Raj was full of praise for spinner Ekta Bisht whose five-wicket haul helped the side to thrash arch-rival Pakistan by 95 runs in their third match of the ICC Women's World Cup at Derby here on Sunday.

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Raebareli murders: Prime accused arrested

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:26 IST

Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 03 (ANI): The prime accused in the Raebareli murders, where five people were brutally killed, has been arrested by the police.

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India seeking to get closer to US to contain China, says expert

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:16 IST

Hong Kong [China], July 3 (ANI): India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra is seeking to get closer to the United States and gain its support at the cost of China-India ties, and has taken the lead in containing Beijing's rise, feels a senior fellow of Shanghai Institute for International Studies and a visiting fellow of the Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies, Renmin University of China.

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Congress calls on Nitish to reconsider support to Kovind

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 12:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday advised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to reconsider his decision for supporting National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind.

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Virbhadra's plea seeking quashing of money laundering case rejected

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh's plea seeking quashing of a money laundering case against him.

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U.S. must track, arrest, hand Salahuddin over to India: Congress

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): The Congress on Monday said that as the United States of America (USA) has classified Syed Salahuddin as a 'global terrorist, now it's their responsibility to track him down in Pakistan, arrest him and hand him over to India.

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SC declines hearing on Justice Karnan's bail plea

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a plea for a hearing on the bail of Calcutta High Court Judge Justice (Retd.) C.S. Karnan.

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Newborn declared dead by Warangal hospital found alive before funeral

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:37 IST

Warangal (Telangana) [India], July 3 (ANI): In a shocking case of negligence, a newborn who was declared dead by MGM Hospital doctors in Telangana's Warangal district on Sunday, was found to be alive before the funeral.

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Arjun Kapoor, Parineeti Chopra to re-unite for Dibakar Banerjee's next

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Parineeti Chopra and Arjun Kapoor, who starred in critically acclaimed 'Ishaqzaade' in 2012, are all set to return to the big screen for director Dibakar Banerjee's next.

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President Trump's tweet does not violate our rules: Twitter

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:26 IST

Washington [U.S.], July 03 (ANI): Twitter has clarified that U.S. President Donald Trump's 'anti-media' tweet does not violate its rules.

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Home Ministry rejects reports of J-K Guv N.N. Vohra offering resignation

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday rejected reports of Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra offering his resignation.

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Mosques can be built anywhere, but not temple: Swamy

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): With the Supreme Court set to hear the Ram temple matter today, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday expressed confidence that the decision would be taken in his favour.

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KK Venugopal takes over as next Attorney General of India

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 3 (ANI): Senior lawyer in the Supreme Court of India and constitutional expert K.K. Venugopal on Monday officially took over as the new Attorney General of India, replacing Mukul Rohatgi.

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Max presents Elite Model Look 2017

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): Max Fashion, the country's largest fashion forward brand and Elite, global talent management company, is back with 'Elite Model Look 2017'.

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Batsmen let the team down: Sanjay Bangar on India's drubbing

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:10 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 3 (ANI): Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar has admitted that although the wicket at Antigua was difficult for shot making, it was the batting line-up's failure to perform to their potential that led to their 11-run defeat at the hands West Indies in the fourth ODI of the five-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Sunday.

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James Cromwell finally speaks out after jail sentence

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 11:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): After he was sentenced to a week in jail for refusing to pay a fine over a 2015 protest, James Cromwell has finally broken his silence over his punishment.

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Salahuddin admits to having carried out terror attacks in India

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 10:37 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July. 3 (ANI): Hizbul Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin, who has been branded as a 'global terrorist' by the United States, admitted in a TV interview to having carried out terror attacks on Indian soil.

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MP: Another farmer takes his life over debt woes

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 10:20 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3, (ANI): The agrarian woes seems to be unending across Madhya Pradesh, as another debt-ridden farmer allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a moving train in Khurai area of Sagar district.

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Kashmir World Film Festival kicks off in Srinagar

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 10:20 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), July 3 (ANI): A five day Kashmir world Film Festival began at Tagore Hall, Srinagar, with a purpose to promote the film culture and provide a specific platform to the youth of valley in film making and acting.

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Air India passengers left gasping for breath after A.C. malfunctions onboard

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): The Air Conditioning (AC) system in a New Delhi-bound Air India flight AI-880, an Airbus 320 which took off from West Bengal's Bagdogra malfunctioned yesterday, leaving passengers gasping for breath.

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'Serious military provocation': U.S. destroyer in South China Sea leaves Beijing seething

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:35 IST

Beijing [China], July. 3 (ANI): With USS Stethem sailing close to an island in the South China Sea, China's foreign ministry has accused the United States of a serious military provocation.

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Raebareli murder a 'stain' on society: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi[India], July 3, (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday assured that stern action would be taken against the culprits of the Raebareli murder, adding that it has put a stain on the society.

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SC to hear Haji Ali Dargah trust case today

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi[India], July 3, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear the Haji Ali Dargah trust case, regarding demolition of encroachments around the area.

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J&K: Terrorist killed, fierce gunbattle underway in Pulwama

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:11 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 03 (ANI): A terrorist has been gunned down in an encounter by the security forces in Pulwama district's Bamnoo area on Monday morning.

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U.S. continues to push for dialogue between India-Pakistan

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:00 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July. 3 (ANI): Senator John McCain, who is leading a US Congressional delegation to Islamabad, reiterated Washington's stand that dialogue is a prerequisite for India and Pakistan to solve the Kashmir issue.

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EVM tampering: SC to hear plea seeking thorough investigation

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 09:00 IST

New Delhi[India], July 3, (ANI): The Supreme Court today will hear the plea filed by lawyer Manohar Lal Sharma, seeking a thorough investigation into the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

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Ram Temple issue: SC to hear plea filed by Swamy seeking intervention

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 08:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 03 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear the plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy, seeking its intervention in the Ram Janmabhoomi issue.

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Pitch of your voice changes depending on social status of the listeners: Study

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 08:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): According to a recent study, people tend to change the pitch of their voice depending on who they are talking to, and how dominant they feel.

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Allahabad HC to frame charges against rape accused Gayatri Prajapati today

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 08:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 03 (ANI): The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court today will frame charges against former Uttar Pradesh Minister Gayatri Prajapati in an alleged rape case.

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Children with high IQ may lead a longer life, suggests study

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 08:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers have found that higher intelligence (IQ) in childhood is linked with a lower lifetime risk of major causes of death, including heart disease, smoking related cancers, respiratory disease and dementia.

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India, Bangladesh should fight terrorism, poverty together: Assam CM

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 07:38 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 3 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has said that India and Bangladesh should be united in their fight against poverty and terrorism and must seek to eradicate it as early as possible.

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Qatar-Saudi tensions 'political not military', says Saudi envoy

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 07:37 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], July 3 (ANI): A Saudi envoy has said that the recent tension between Riyadh and Doha is political and not military in nature.

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Lucknow acid attack: UP govt supporting criminals, says Samajwadi Party

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 07:37 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 3 (ANI): Condemning the Lucknow acid attack, the Samajwadi Party on Monday said that somewhere the state government is supporting the criminals to execute such horrific acts.

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Opting for IVF? A man's age matters too

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 07:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 3 (ANI): As a woman goes from her 20s to her 30s to her 40s sans having kids, she's likely to hear more and more people warn her about the pregnancy risks, but now, a new research has shown that it's not only the female fertility clock that's ticking.

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GSTN unveils excel template to help taxpayers file monthly returns with ease

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 07:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Goods and Services Network (GSTN) has unveiled a simple excel based template that will facilitate the taxpayers in preparing and filing their monthly returns with maximum ease and minimal cost.

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Rajasthan: Women activist condemns mobile phone ban among girls in Dholpur

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:48 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] July 3 (ANI): Condemning the decision of a Panchayat in Rajashthan's Dholpur banning girls from wearing jeans and using mobile phones, women's rights activist Pramila Nesargi on Monday said that everyone has the right to know what is going around the world, adding they do not have any right to question women's clothing style.

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New 'brain training' app lets you game your way to better memory

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 3 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with a 'brain training' game that could help improve the memory of patients in the very earliest stages of dementia.

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Eight injured in shooting outside French mosque

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:42 IST

Avignon [France], July 3 (ANI): At least eight people suffered injuries after two gunmen fired gun shots outside a mosque in South France's Avignon city.

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China's border action can lead to war: Defence experts

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:41 IST

New Delhi [India] July 3 (ANI): Criticising China for constructing a road inside Bhutanese territory, the defence experts on Monday said that if the former does not withdraw its move then this could lead to a war.

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Israel PM Netanyahu blocks legislation to divide Jerusalem

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:41 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 3 (ANI): A legislation to divide Jerusalem was blocked by Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday.

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WHO declares end of Ebola outbreak in Congo

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:40 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], July 3 (ANI): The World Health Organisation has declared an end of the most recent outbreak of Ebola virus disease (EVD) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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Nitish Kumar trying to mend bond with RJD: BJP

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:00 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] July 3 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is drifting away from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and therefore, is trying to mend the alliance.

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Etihad exempted from US laptop ban, move welcomed

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 06:00 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], July 3 (ANI): The United States has lifted a ban on passengers carrying laptops and other electronics on Etihad Airways flights from its base in Abu Dhabi, the officials said.

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Opposition parties trying to divide Mahagathbandhan: JD (U)

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 05:59 IST

New Delhi [India] July 3 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Monday said that party chief and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will definitely attend the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) rally if he gets an invitation, adding the Opposition parties are trying to create a rift between the two political parties.

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Kanye West reportedly walking away from Jay-Z's Tidal

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 05:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 3 (ANI): The rift between Kanye West and JAY-Z has taken another turn as it is being reported that the 'Life of Pablo' hit-maker has quit the subscription-based music streaming service Tidal in a dispute over money.

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Blac Chyna confirms she's 'single' and 'happy'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 05:15 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 3 (ANI): It's officially splitsville for Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian.

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Robert Downey Jr wants to hang up 'Iron Man' suit before 'it's embarrassing'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 04:34 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 3 (ANI): He may have become synonymous with the Iron Man character, but Robert Downey Jr. is now wondering if it's time to hang up his red armour.

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BJP trampling women's confidence: Cong on transferred UP cop

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 04:30 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] July 3 (ANI): Condemning the Uttar Pradesh Government over the transfer of a senior police officer, who stood up against the local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, the Congress on Monday said that the BJP on one hand is preaching 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' theory, while on the other hand is trampling a woman's confidence.

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West Indies defeats India by 11 runs in third ODI

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 04:20 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 3 (ANI): West Indies defeated India by 11 runs in the third match played at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua here on Sunday.

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'Dishonest media' won't keep us from achieving our goals: Trump

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 04:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): United States Donald Trump continued his outburst against the "dishonest media" and said that it will not stop him and his administration from accomplishing their goals.

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Bikini-clad Paris Jackson enjoys 'smoky' pool day

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 03:42 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 3 (ANI): Paris Jackson recently stripped down to her bikini to enjoy a crazy pool party with a group of friends.

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BJP defends transfer of UP cop who stood up to its workers

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 03:10 IST

New Delhi [India] July 3 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday defended the Uttar Pradesh Government's move to transfer a senior police officer, Shreshtha Thakur, who stood up against local saffron party leaders and said that such transfers are "a part of administration process."

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Damascus suicide bombing: Death toll rises to 20

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 03:08 IST

Damascus [Syria], July 3 (ANI): The death toll in Damascus suicide bombing rose to 20 people were killed in a suicide bombing in central Damascus, according to the Syrian foreign ministry.

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Pune: Six killed after mini-bus rams into water-tanker

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 02:30 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India] July 3 (ANI): At least six people were killed and seven others were injured after a mini-bus collided with a water-tanker near Pune's Lonikand on Sunday evening.

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Serena Williams' fiance Alexis Ohanian thinks she'll be 'awesome mom'

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 02:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 3 (ANI): Serena Williams' fiance and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian couldn't help but gush about his baby mama-to-be.

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Adele fans gather for tribute sing-alongs post cancelled shows

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 01:49 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 3 (ANI): After Adele was forced to pull out of the two final shows of her tour, her fans showed their love and support in a beautiful way.

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China's 'heaviest rocket' Long March-5 Y2 fails post lift-off

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 01:10 IST

Beijing [China], July 3 (ANI): The launch of China's heavy-lift carrier rocket, the Long March-5 Y2, has failed after an anomaly was detected during its flight. It was the flight's second launch.

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Rapper arrested on unrelated charge post Arkansas shooting

Updated: Jul 03, 2017 00:46 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 3 (ANI): A rapper, who was performing at the Arkansas nightclub where 28 people were injured in a shooting incident, has been arrested on unrelated charges.

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ICC Women's WC: Indians celebrate outstanding victory of women team against Pak

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 23:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): People across the nation on Sunday celebrated the outstanding victory of the Indian women cricket team in the ICC Women's World Cup against Pakistan.

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J-K: Search operation commenced to nab terrorist in Pulwama

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 23:06 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 2 (ANI): Security officials in a joint operation began to cordon off Pulwama's Malangpora area in search of terrorist.

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Hyderabad: 12-year-old boy takes upon himself to fill potholes

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 23:05 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 2 (ANI): 'Change begins with you', a 12-year-old- from Telangana's Hyderabad has proved this true.

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Trump posts video clip of him beating American media outlet in wrestling

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 22:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): President Donald Trump on Sunday once again took a dig at the American media houses by posting a short video clip of him beating up a man with a CNN logo on his face.

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Siliguri: Scores of people take out torch rally demanding Gorkhaland

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 22:05 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], July 2 (ANI): Scores of people on Sunday took out a torch rally here demonstrating a protest, demanding a separate Gorkhaland state.

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Ekta's magic help India thrash Pakistan in Women's World Cup

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 22:00 IST

Derby [UK], July 2 (ANI): Spinner Ekta Bisht wreaked havoc as India thrashed arch-rival Pakistan by 95 runs in their ICC Women's World Cup encounter at Derby here on Sunday.

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Fitness enthusiast Bipasha Basu launches nutritional supplements series

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 21:40 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Bollywood actor and fitness enthusiast Bipasha Basu unveiled a new brand of nutritional products 'Proquest Nutrition' from VRS Foods Ltd, a health and nutrition company that marks its entry into the sports nutrition segment with this brand.

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President poll: Will not follow anybody, our decision is firm, says Nitish Kumar

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 21:11 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 2 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar,who has led his support to Centre's nominee for the post of President on Sunday, asserted that he will not blindly follow anybody's ideology, as he has his own viewpoints and he believes in them.

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Ballabgarh lynching: Congress questions Centre's inaction

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Congress Party on Sunday took a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the wake of Ballabgarh lynching and questioned Centre's inaction in the regard.

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Difference of opinion between me and PM Modi never affected our relation: Prez Mukherjee

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 20:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Sunday said there has been difference of opinion between him and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on numerous issues, but that didn't affected the relation between him and the latter.

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BJP workers acting like 'independent army': Cong on UP cop transfer

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 20:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The Congress Party on Sunday lashed out at the ruling-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government in Uttar Pradesh over the transfer of a senior police officer, who stood up against local BJP leaders, and said the incident indicates the miserable law and order situation in the state, adding, the saffron party workers are acting like an 'independent army'.

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Swaraj lauds Shivraj Singh Chouhan for initiative to protect Narmada River

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 20:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday heaped praises on Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan for his initiative to plant six crore saplings along the Narmada, to protect the river.

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It was an honour to work with President Mukherjee: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, while launching a book about President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhawan, said that it was his privilege to work with the latter.

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Shun 'strategic anxiety' over rising China: Beijing tells India

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:57 IST

Beijing [China], July 2 (ANI):The Chinese state-run media on Sunday urged India to shun its concerns and "strategic anxiety " over a rising China and instead of being rivals , assess the benefits of 'One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative and seize the opportunities to become cooperative partners.

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Murray allays injury concerns, says fit for Wimbledon defence

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:57 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 2 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray has played down the seriousness of his recent hip injury, saying that he is fit enough to defend his title at Wimbledon.

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Cong backs Sonia, says secular ethos of India under assault

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Former union law minister Ashwani Kumar on Sunday backed Congress party president Sonia Gandhi's over her statement on Centre supporting vigilante violence in the country and said it is quite visible that the inclusive secular, liberal, ethos of India are under assault in the incumbent regime led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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China's actions on border risky, could lead to war: Bhutan public

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:44 IST

Thimphu [Bhutan], July 2 (ANI): Criticising China for constructing a road inside Bhutanese territory, residents here have stated that this action by Beijing could lead to war and cautioned the latter not to transgress Bhutan's territorial integrity and sovereignty.

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GST will change poor's destiny: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:38 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), July 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will change the destiny of the poor people of the nation.

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CISF security services at IGI adjudged best

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:25 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The CISF security services at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport has been adjudged as the Best Security Service across the country, by an independent body of World Quality Congress (WQC).

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Windies win toss, ask India to bowl in fourth ODI

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 18:23 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 2 (ANI): West Indies have won the toss and asked India to bowl first in the crucial fourth ODI of the five-match series here at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Sunday.

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Did you know birds become immune to influenza?

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that an influenza infection in birds, especially mallards, protect them from other sub-types of the virus just like a natural vaccination.

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Spinners, Tharanga steer Lanka to series-levelling ODI win over Zimbabwe

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:38 IST

Galle [Sri Lanka], July 2 (ANI): Upul Tharanga struck a sparkling unbeaten half-century after spinner came to fore as Sri Lanka hammered Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the second ODI to level the five-match series 1-1 at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday.

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UP: Woman's dead body carried on rickshaw for postmortem

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:16 IST

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): A dead woman's body was taken to hospital on a rickshaw by the Government Railway Police (GRP) of Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad for postmortem, here on Sunday.

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UP: Bride, conning men in the pretext of 'love,' arrested

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:15 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh police arrested a con bride, who was accused of befooling men in the pretext of love.

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Job opportunities will be generated post GST: Bandaru Dattatreya

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:09 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana)[India], June 2, (ANI): Union Minister for Labour and Employment Bandaru Dattatreya on Friday said that implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) will produce more job opportunities.

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BJP hits back at Sonia, says civil liberties were attacked during 'emergency'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday hit back at Congress party president Sonia Gandhi for accusing the Centre of supporting vigilante violence and said the only time civil liberties were jeopardised was during the time of emergency which was imposed by latter's mother-in-law Indira Gandhi.

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Should have entered industry in early 90's, not early 70's: Rishi Kapoor

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 17:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Recalling the huge Box Office success of his movie 'Chandni' that was released back in 1989, veteran actor Rishi Kapoor said that the iconic film was a game changer for his career, adding, he should have entered the Bollywood industry in the early 90's, instead of early 70's.

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At Kopper Kadai, indulge in delectable cuisine with rich heritage

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 16:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Since ancient times we have seen a tradition of eating food in copper vessels due to its multiple health benefits, but Kopper Kadai located in Rajouri Garden takes the belief a notch higher.

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ICC retains elite panel of umpires for 2017-18 season

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 16:39 IST

Dubai [UAE], July 2 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named an unchanged Emirates Elite Panel of ICC Umpires for the 2017-18 season, following the annual review and selection process.

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Netanyahu gives in to Ultra-Orthodox demands to secure his government

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 16:32 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], July 2 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under severe criticism from international Jewish groups regarding his recent approval of religious proposals by Ultra-Orthodox parties in a bid to secure his slim government majority.

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Another farmer commits suicide in MP's Mandsaur

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 16:29 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh)[India], June 2, (ANI): The agrarian woe seems to be unending across Madhya Pradesh, as another debt ridden farmer allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison in Dorawadi village of Mandsaur district.

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Mohammad Amir back to his best, believes Yasir Arafat

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 15:50 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 2 (ANI): Pakistan all-rounder Yasir Arafat has heaped praise on Mohammad Amir, saying that the fast bowler is back to his best again, besides highlighting that his performance at the Champions Trophy was the key for his side's victory against arch-rivals India in the finals.

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J&K: Sufi celebrates message of 'love' through poetry contest

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 15:35 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 2 (ANI): The Sufi organization in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) organised a poetry competition at a local school here, to create awareness about humanity, brotherhood and the teachings of Prophet Mohammad through Islamic poetry.

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Arrest warrant issued against separatist Shabir Shah

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2, (ANI): A Delhi court on Sunday issued a non bailable arrest warrant against separatist Shabir Shah in connection with an over a decade-old case of money laundering.

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Kerala: Overjoyed locals throng bars after LDF's new policy re-opens 77 outlets

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 15:05 IST

Thiruvanathapuram (Kerala) [India], July 2 (ANI): In a 'triumphant' day for the locals who relish the occasional peg or two, as many as 77 bars were reopened across the state after the liquor policy was renewed by the Government led by the Left Democratic Front (LDF).

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Delhi Police files chargesheet in K.C. Patel honey trap case

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2, (ANI): The Delhi Police on Sunday filed 32-page chargesheet in Tis Hazari Court in the BJP MP K.C. Patel honey trap matter.

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Hasmukh Adhia clarifies top 7 myths and realities about GST

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia on Sunday cleared apprehensions of the consumers over the complexities of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform, which is likely to benefit the honest taxpayers.

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Damascus: Scores killed in suicide car bombing

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:56 IST

Damascus [Syria], July 2 (ANI): A suicide bomber blew himself up in the Syrian capital on Sunday, killing several people while the other two car bombs were chased and destroyed by security forces on the road to Damascus airport southeast of the city.

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Gujarat Queen Express TTE removed after collecting additional fare post GST rollout

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:52 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 02 (ANI): Gujarat Queen Express train Travel Ticket Examiner (TTE) who collected Rs 20 each from passengers after Goods and Service Tax (GST) rollout, was removed from the duty.

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'Kulbhushan not ordinary prisoner': Pakistan denies consular access for 18th time

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:51 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 2 (ANI): Pakistan Foreign Office on Sunday rejected India's demand for consular access to Indian businessman Kulbhushan Jadhav for the 18th time, saying New Delhi is trying to deny the facts by calling Jadhav an ordinary prisoner.

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Congress brands CM Yogi-led UP governance as 'Gundaraj', 'Jungleraj'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 02 (ANI): Following the brutal assault on an acid attack survivor in Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Aliganj, the Congress Party on Sunday said that the Uttar Pradesh governance under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has turned into 'Gundaraj' and 'Jungleraj'.

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ICC Women's WC: Proteas cautious against Windies

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:36 IST

Leicester [U.K], July 2 (ANI): South Africa may have beaten the West Indies in the ICC Women's World Cup warm-up match but that victory means nothing if it cannot be repeated on Sunday, according to batter Mignon du Preez.

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ISIS Khurasan beheads 10 Taliban fighters in Afghanistan

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:20 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 2 (ANI): Terrorists affiliated with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist group's offshoot in Afghanistan, ISIS Khurasan, have beheaded 10 Taliban fighters in the northern Jawzjan province.

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RJD responds to JD (U)'s absence from 'BJP Bhagao Desh Bachao' rally

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): With the Janata Dal United JD (U) not attending the anti-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rally by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Lalu Yadav led party on Sunday made it clear that this development has no significance, as the rally is organised by their party and not the 'Bihar grand alliance'.

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GST Impact: Tata Motors records decline in sales

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 14:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): In the wake of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) being implemented starting July 1, automobile giant Tata Motors revealed that there has been a dip in the sale of passenger vehicles, although the commercial vehicles business grew on month-on month basis, due to BS4 production ramp-up.

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UClean looking to infuse Laundromat culture in India

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The Laundromat culture is one that has a distorted presence in the Indian market. However, with the hassles of living a metropolitan life, consumers are now exploring quick options to get their laundry done on time, preferably from places that offer pick-up and drop as well. This is where a firm like UClean can gain momentum.

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CA pay dispute: Players threaten to boycott Australia `A` tour

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:48 IST

Melbourne [Australia], July 2 (ANI): The Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) has threatened that the players will boycott this month's Australia `A` tour to South Africa, if Cricket Australia fails to take any action to resolve a bitter pay dispute between the two governing bodies by the end of this week.

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Trump to speak to Abe, Jinping over North Korea

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:48 IST

New York [U.S.], July 2 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Sunday to discuss ways to counter threat from North Korea.

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UP acid attack horror: Rita Bahuguna Joshi assures thorough probe

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:40 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): State Women Welfare Minister Rita Bahuguna Joshi on Sunday dubbed the Uttar Pradesh acid attack incident as unfortunate and assured the matter is being investigated.

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Acid attack occurred during security shift change for victim: Lucknow ADG

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:39 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 02 (ANI): Lucknow Additional Director General (ADG) Abhay Kumar Prasad said that the acid attack on the woman occurred during the shift change of two gunners, who were appointed for her security following previous attacks on her life.

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Taliban storms mosque in Afghanistan, killing 13 people

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:24 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 2 (ANI): Heavily armed Taliban insurgents stormed a mosque in northern Balkh province of Afghanistan, killing at least 13 people in an attack claimed by the Taliban.

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ICC Women WC: Confident India look to extend winning streak against Pak

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:23 IST

Derby [U.K], July 2 (ANI): Riding on confidence following their back-to-back victories over England and West Indies, the Indian women's cricket team will aim to continue their unbeaten streak when they take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their third game of the ICC Women's World Cup at Derby today.

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Genpact launches Artificial Intelligence based platform 'Genpact Cora'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Global professional services firm focused on delivering digital transformation Genpact has unveiled Genpact Cora - an artificial intelligence (AI)-based platform that accelerates digital transformation for enterprises.

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SRK-Anushka will club hop to launch 'Beech Beech Mein' from 'Jab Harry met Sejal'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 02 (ANI): The makers of the 'Jab Harry met Sejal' film are leaving no stone unturned in order to grab the eyeballs.

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Samajwadi Party turns tables on Yogi Govt. over law and order

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): After the brutal assault on an acid attack survivor in Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Aliganj, the Samajwadi Party on Sunday turned the tables on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by questioning the law and order under Yogi Adityanath-led state government.

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Attention ladies! Contraceptive pills can increase risk of breast cancer

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): You may to avoid taking that contraceptive pill to avoid unwanted pregnancy, as a study has found that taking the pill can increase the risk of breast cancer than previously feared.

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Beware! Vegetable crisps contains higher saturated fat that regular crisps

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): Snacking on delicious sweet potato, beetroot and carrot crisps might not be so healthy, as a study has found that vegetable crisps have higher levels of saturated fat and salt, which may raise the level of cholesterol in blood.

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Record inflation augurs perfectly well for GST launch: ASSOCHAM

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): With retail prices growing by the slowest pace in the last four years by mere 2.18 percent, it is the perfect time for the launch of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), from inflation point of view, as this particular macro fundamental is placed at an ideal position for the roll out of the country's most ambitious tax reform, the ASSOCHAM has said.

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Ramgarh beef lynching: BJP leader among three arrested

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:37 IST

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) [India], July 2, (ANI): Three people, including a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader have been arrested in the brutal Jharkhand lynching case.

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Fourth ODI: India eye to clinch series against Windies in Antigua

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:36 IST

Antigua [West Indies, July 2 (ANI): India will aim to clinch the five-match ODI series when they take on West Indies in the fourth match at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium here on Sunday.

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Stop sending terrorists to our peaceful land: PoK leaders to Pakistan PM, Army

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:36 IST

Hajira [PoK], July 2 (ANI): Locals in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) have launched a massive agitation against political and military leadership of Pakistan, for trying to convert PoK into a terror factory by creating terror camps.

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Congress rejects Amit Shah's lynching remark, says BJP playing 'blame game'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 12:00 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2, (ANI): Brushing aside Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah's allegation that lynching cases were higher under Congress regime, the grand old party said the saffron party is an expert in playing blame game.

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No harm in not joining RJD's 'anti-BJP rally': JD (U)

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:55 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 02 (ANI): Justifying its decision to steer clear of the anti-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rally organised by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Janata Dal (United) on Sunday asserted that the event was not joint rally so it was okay, assuring that the alliance was as strong as ever.

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Acid attack survivor attacked: Samajwadi Party corners Yogi Govt.

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:44 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): In the wake of the acid attack victim in Uttar Pradesh being attacked again, Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Juhi Singh on Sunday held the state's law and order responsible for the brutality.

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Horn shocks Pacquiao in WBO welterweight world title bout

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:42 IST

London [U.K], July 2 (ANI): Jeff Horn registered one of the biggest upsets in Australian boxing history, as he stunned Filipino boxing great Manny Pacquiao to clinch the WBO welterweight world title at Brisbane's Lang Park on Sunday.

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Eating dark chocolates daily can boost brainpower of older adults

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): Chocolate lovers rejoice, as a recent study has found that eating dark chocolate daily can help in boosting brain function and counter the mental effects of sleep deprivation in older adults.

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Ramgarh beef lynching: Three arrested, other accused identified

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:30 IST

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) [India], July 2, (ANI): Three people have been arrested and one is being questioned in Jharkhand lynching incident.

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Walking slowly can be early indicator of dementia: Study

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): Beware! If your grandma's walking pace has suddenly slowed down more than usual, then you may have to rush her to the doctor as it could be an early indicator of dementia, warns a study.

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UP: Acid attack survivor attacked again, in critical condition

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:24 IST

Aliganj (Uttar Pradesh)[India], July 2, (ANI): An acid attack survivor who was attacked with acid again in Uttar Pradesh's Aliganj yesterday, was admitted to the Lucknow Trauma Centre and is in a critical condition, the police said.

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Delhi: Water logging menace questions Delhi Govt. monsoon preparedness

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 02 (ANI): Heavy rains in Delhi have brought relief to Delhiites from the rising temperature, but on the flipside, it has also created havoc on the roads mostly in the form of water logging.

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Uttarakhand CM rescues unconscious man lying on road

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 11:01 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 2, (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Saturday came to the rescue of a man lying unconscious on the road.

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PM Modi strutting to 'Darth Vader' theme at GST event evokes mixed reactions

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Prime Minister or Darth Vader-this is a question posed in front of the nation currently, after the latter's theme song, "The Imperial March", was played as Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his address during the 68th Chartered Accountants Day celebrations here on Saturday.

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Raebareli murder: UP CM announces ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakh for kin of deceased

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2, (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakh to the families of five people, brutally killed in Rae Bareli a week ago.

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Jet Airways VP arrested for 'land grabbing'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 10:34 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): In a development indicating trouble for the private airline, Jet Airways vice president Col. Avneet Singh Bedi was arrested by the Sahibabad police on the charges of land grabbing in Delhi in the wee hours on Sunday morning.

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Parachinar blast: Shia community protests against 'targeted killings' in Pakistan

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 10:07 IST

Gilgit [Pakistan], July. 2 (ANI): With the death toll in the deadly Parachinar blast crossing 70, the Shia community in Gilgit carried out protests against the Pakistan Government, saying that targeted killings of Shias are being carried out.

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Congress demands probe into Amit Shah's 'illegal' BJP meeting at Goa airport

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 10:01 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], July 02 (ANI): The Congress Party has strongly condemned the public meeting held by the Bharatiya Janata Party at the Goa Dabolim Airport complex, branding it as a complete abuse of power.

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Sen. Kamala Harris looking to conquer 2020 presidential election for Democrats

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 09:34 IST

New York [USA], July 2 (ANI): Indian-origin Senator Kamala Harris, who has been in the news for the session regarding the Congressional testimony of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, is reportedly on a fund-raising drive for her Democratic colleagues ahead of the United States presidential elections in 2020.

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Gujarat: Woman gives birth surrounded by lions

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 09:26 IST

Junagadh (Gujarat) [India], July 02 (ANI): In a bizarre incident, a pregnant woman gave birth to a child surrounded by dozens of lions in Gir forest area in an ambulance after midnight.

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TN theatres to begin indefinite strike starting Monday opposing GST

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 08:52 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 2 (ANI): As many as 1,100 theatres will go on an indefinite strike, starting Monday, opposing the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) that has been levied starting July 1.

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Astana and New Delhi become closer through direct flights

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 08:45 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The capitals of Kazakhstan and India - Astana and New Delhi - will become closer from Sunday (July 2, 2017), with the start of a direct Air Astana flight between the two cities.

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Odisha: New Kalinga stadium to host 22nd AAC

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 08:27 IST

Kalinga (Bhubaneshwar) [India], July 02 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the new Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar yesterday, which will host the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships (ACC) from July 5-9.

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Celebrated IIT professor H.C. Verma retires, social media reacts

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 07:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): H.C. Verma, the one name that survived Science students in their toughest times (read: studying Physics), has announced his retirement after a 38-year-long career.

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Here's how you can make fast food healthier for kids

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 07:15 IST

New York [US], July 2 (ANI): We all know fast food is unhealthy for us as well as our kids. The fact is, we cannot avoid eating junk for all our lives!

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Time to get rid of dark under-eye circles!

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 07:15 IST

London [UK], July 2 (ANI): Come morning, the lack of sleep is clearly evident on our face. Having dark rings are among the most common beauty complaints among women.

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Stephen Colbert congratulates President Trump for 'uniting the planet'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): 'Late Show' host Stephen Colbert did what many people would not even think about - Congratulate U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Canada's 150th birthday marked by celebrations across the country

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 07:06 IST

Ottawa [Canada], July 2 (ANI): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau kicked off celebrations to mark the country's 150th birthday amid heavy security.

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'Modern day Presidential': Donald Trump defends use of social media

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): In the wake of his jibes at MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-hosts and their rebuttal, United States President Donald Trump has defended his use of social media in a series of tweets, hitting back at claims that it is not "Presidential."

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EU ready to increase support for Italy to cope with influx of migrants

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:29 IST

Rome [Italy], July 2 (ANI): The European Union is ready to scale up its financial and operational support for Italy to help the country manage the mass migration crisis it has been reeling with.

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Qatar to reject demands from Gulf states, says FM

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:06 IST

Doha [Qatar], July 2 (ANI): Qatar is set to reject a set of demands issued by other Arab nations, according to statements made by the country's foreign minister.

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Azam Khan has 'lost his mind', says Shiv Sena

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:05 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2 (ANI): Referring to Azam Khan's controversial remark on the Indian Army, the Shiv Sena on Sunday said that the Samajwadi leader has "lost his mind," and therefore should be arrested and punished.

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Kulbhushan should be allowed to be represented by Indian Lawyer in Pak: Ujjwal Nikam

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:05 IST

Udaipur (Rajasthan) [India], July 2 (ANI): Special prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Sunday said that India should make a grievance before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) saying that Kulbhushan Jadav should be allowed to be represented by an Indian Lawyer in Pakistan.

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'Wonder Woman' becomes highest grossing DCEU movie at US box-office

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): The Princess of Themyscira has achieved another milestone.

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Paramore's Hayley Williams splits from husband Chad Gilbert

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 06:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Paramore's Hayley Williams and her rocker husband Chad Gilbert have called it quits, after 16 months of marriage.

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Quentin Tarantino reportedly engaged to girlfriend Daniela Pick

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 05:55 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Veteran Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino has reportedly gotten engaged to his singer girlfriend Daniela Pick.

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Former U.S. president Obama urges world to stand against 'aggressive nationalism'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 05:53 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], July 2 (ANI): Former United States president Barack Obama has called on the world to stand up for tolerance, moderation and respect for others, while warning that sectarian politics could lead to chaos and violence.

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Trump resumes attacks on 'Morning Joe' hosts

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 05:50 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 2 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump refuse to give up.

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Byculla jail violence: Abha Singh demands CBI's intervention

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2 (ANI): Hours after the Mumbai Police arrested six accused in the Manjula Shetye alleged murder case at the Byculla jail, advocate and activist Abha Singh on Sunday demanded the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over for an impartial investigation to the matter.

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Arun Jaitley's statement on China 1962 War 'self-explanatory': BJP

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:50 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday sided with Defence Minister Arun Jaitley even as he brushed aside China's warning which had asked India to "learn" from the 1962 war and said the former's statement was "self-explanatory" as India is now capable of having all self defence.

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Mischa Barton testifies against ex-boyfriend in 'Revenge Porn' case

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): Mischa Barton went back to court to testify against her ex-boyfriend Adam Spaw in the middle of her ongoing 'revenge porn' case.

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Julie Andrews reveals on-set challenges while filming 'Sound of Music'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): It looks like the process of making the iconic field scene of Julie Andrews` performance in 'The Sound of Music' was not as easy as it seemed.

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Edgar Wright says he will never see 'Ant-Man'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:39 IST

London [UK], July 2 (ANI): It seems like Edgar Wright is still furious with Marvel.

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SRK gives new name to Anushka's wave step in 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): The fourth mini-trail of 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' was unveiled by the makers yesterday and the fans really seem to like the 'wave step' Anushka Sharma's character can be seen performing in the footage.

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Michelle Rodriguez clarifies `Fast & Furious` comments in video with Vin Diesel

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): It looks like Michelle Rodriguez has nothing but love for her 'Fast and Furious' co-star Vin Diesel.

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Meira Kumar has already accepted her defeat: BJP

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:11 IST

Bengaluru/ New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Responding to Opposition's Presidential candidate Meira Kumar assertion that she was not a "scapegoat" in the upcoming election to the country's top constitutional post as she was fighting for an ideology, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said her statement exposes that she has already accepted her defeat.

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Trump calls out on states rebuffing his voter fraud effort, asks what they are hiding

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 04:03 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 2 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump, while calling out almost 30 states expressing concerns about the legality of his administration's efforts to investigate voter fraud, asked what the states might be hiding.

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India, Pak exchange list of prisoners: Defence experts say they have no hopes from Islamabad

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 03:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): As India and Pakistan exchanged a list of prisoners lodged in each other's jails with request to grant consular access to Indians in their custody, including Hamid Nehal Ansari and Kulbhushan Jadhav, defence experts on Sunday said they have no hope that Islamabad would do the needful.

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Mariah Carey caused 's*** storm' while filming The House: Will Ferrell

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 03:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): It seems like actor Will Ferrell is not happy with singer Mariah Carey.

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Swamy condemns Azam Khan's 'vulgar' statement on Army

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 03:16 IST

New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): After Azam Khan was booked under sedition charges for alleged derogatory remarks against the Army, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday said that the Samajwadi Party leader has once again "crossed all limits" to make such "vulgar" statements.

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James Cromwell sentenced to jail for New York plant protest

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 03:15 IST

London [UK], July 2 (ANI): Oscar nominated actor James Cromwell has been sentenced to seven days in jail for his role in a protest in New York.

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Mahershala Ali to star in third season of 'True Detective'?

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 03:14 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 2 (ANI): It seems like Mahershala Ali may have found his next project.

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NYC hospital shootout: Gunman was looking for ex-colleague, sources say

Updated: Jul 02, 2017 02:17 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 2 (ANI): The gunman, who killed a doctor and injured six other people at a New York City hospital a day before, was looking for a physician he blamed for his resignation from the facility, law enforcement sources said.

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LGBT groups dismayed as Pentagon delays transgender troop enlistment

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 23:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 1(ANI): LGBT advocacy groups are expressing their dismay over Pentagon's decision to delay a plan to allow transgender people to enlist in the military.

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Athletics Federation welcomes Centre's decision to grant Pak athletes visa

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Saturday welcomed Centre's decision to grant visas for Pakistani athletes to participate in the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships to be held in Bhubaneswar from July 5th to 9th.

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Meira Kumar meets DMK chief Karunanidhi to garner support

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 23:08 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] July 1 (ANI): Opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Saturday met Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief Karunanidhi at his residence in Chennai to garner support.

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Akshay Kumar sets out on `brand new journey` for `Gold`

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 23:08 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Khiladi Kumar now has his eyes on 'Gold'!

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Congress rejects PM Modi's assertion of 'reduction of black money deposit in Swiss Banks'

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 22:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The Congress on Saturday came down heavily on Prime Minster Narendra Modi for remarking that there has been drastic reduction of Indians depositing black money in Swiss Banks after his government took charge, and asked for proper proof on the same.

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Lynching cases higher under Congress regime: Amit Shah

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 22:44 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], July 1 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Saturday disapproved that the cases of lynching in the country rose in the three years of the Narendra Modi Government, stating that the atrocities took place comparatively higher in the previous Congress regime.

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Byculla jail inmate murder: Six accused arrested

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 22:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 1 (ANI): All the six accused named in the FIR regarding the murder of inmate Manjula Shetye inside the Byculla Jail, have been arrested by Mumbai Police today.

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Pakistan bans JuD's rebranded outfit 'Tehreek-e-Azadi Jammu and Kashmir'

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 22:03 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], July 1 (ANI): Pakistan has banned the Tehreek-e-Azadi Jammu and Kashmir (TAJK), which was a rebranding of Hafiz Saeed-led Jamaat-ul-Da'awa (JuD) after he was put under house arrest and a crackdown was launched against the outfit.

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Acid attack victim who met CM Yogi, attacked again

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 21:59 IST

Aliganj (Uttar Pradesh) [India] July 1 (ANI): The horrifying picture of Uttar Pradesh's statutory system was witnessed today where an acid attack victim, whom Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met in the hospital a few months back, again faced the same brutal act in Uttar Pradesh's Aliganj.

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Srinagar: Sec 144 imposed as precaution amid GST protests

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 21:49 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] July 1 (ANI): Srinagar District Magistrate Farooq Ahmad Lone on Saturday informed that restrictions, under Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1973, will remain in force in seven police station areas in Srinagar on July 2 as a precautionary measure against the protests over the Goods and Services (GST) roll-out in the state.

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Don't break the trust your signature holds: PM Modi to CAs

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Hailing the Chartered Accountant (CA) community as the 'Rishimuni of the economic strata', Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the community can be seen as the doctor who takes care of the nation's economic health'.

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GST will end 'inspector raj', person replaced by software: Naidu

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 1 (ANI): Expressing confidence on how the the newly rolled out Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill will help boost the Indian economy in a major way, Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday said that the reform will also end 'inspector raj' subsequently putting a check on corruption.

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Delhi: National Herald unveils new website

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 20:52 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The new website of the National Herald publication was officially unveiled in New Delhi today.

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Those who have looted India will pay back now: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India] July 1 (ANI): A day after launching the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that those who have looted the nation will have to pay for their deeds.

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National Herald a testament to unity, not division being witnessed: Sonia Gandhi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 20:23 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Speaking at the re-launch of the National Herald website here today, Congress president Sonia Gandhi made a veiled attack on the Centre, saying that India is being marked by increasing threats of 'authoritarianism', adding that the newspaper aims to preserve ideas of diversity and coexistence forged by the country's forefathers.

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Mob lynching: President Mukherjee calls for `vigilance` against `vigilantism`

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India] July 1 (ANI): Condemning the recent string of brutal lynching incidents emerging from across the nation, President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday called on the country to pause and reflect if they are being proactive enough to save India's basic system of belief.

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Jacqueline Fernandez rehearses for 70 hours for 'Judwaa 2' songs

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:42 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Jacqueline Fernandez is giving it her all for the dance numbers in 'Judwaa 2' as the flick recreates two iconic songs from the original version.

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Pope names Spanish Archbishop as head of Vatican doctrine

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:41 IST

Vatican City, July 1 (ANI): Pope Francis has named Spanish Archbishop Luis Ladaria Ferrer to replace German Cardinal Gerhard Mueller as head of the Vatican's doctrine watchdog, according to media reports.

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FICCI lauds Ministry of Petroleum, Natural Gas, says initiatives will boost sector

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Lauding the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas over the launch of the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) and National Data Repository (NDR), the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) on Friday said these initiatives are set to give India's oil and gas exploration a big push.

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New tax regime will accelerate J-K's growth: Jitendra Singh

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:37 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 1 (ANI): Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday hailed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rollout, stating that the new tax regime would accelerate the country's economic growth especially of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Scientists develop substance to kill water pollutants using solar power

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Researchers at the Swansea University in the United Kingdom have developed a new non-toxic substance that can help eradicate harmful synthetic dye pollutants released into water bodies, using solar power.

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Jammu and Kashmir will soon join GST regime, assures Jaitley

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India] July 1 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday expressed his confidence in Jammu and Kashmir stating that the valley will soon join the Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll-out.

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Global Economy Turning Blue: are we ready?

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The humans have always been seeking secure and comfortable life with minimum risks by innovating tools and technologies to overcome the limits imposed by the nature. Last couple of centuries witnessed important inventions culminating in the industrial revolution enabling mass production with ever smaller effort. Faster mobility enhanced inter-connectivity, improved varieties ensured higher food yields and advances in modern medicine reduced risk of diseases.

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Find your way at The Chatter House for an ideal weekend escape!

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): For quite some time now, Epicuria in Nehru Place has been garnering quite a buzz for its endless options to have a perfect lunch or dinner, as the place offers some of Delhi's most visited and best places to enjoy a calm evening.

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Presidential polls: Meira's campaign grows stronger as AAP extends support

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:05 IST

New Delhi [India] July 1 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which has not made any formal announcement on whom to support in the Presidential election so far, is likely to officially announce their decision to support Congress nominee Meira Kumar very soon.

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PM Modi 'experiments' for country's betterment: Manjhi on GST rollout

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Former Bihar Chief Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) supremo Jitan Ram Manjhi on Saturday lauded the Centre over the Goods and Service Tax (GST) rollout, asserting that every tax structure on the block will bring benefits to all sections of the society.

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Oil tanker, cargo ship collide in English Channel

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:53 IST

London [U.K.], July 1 (ANI): An oil tanker carrying 38,000 tonnes of petrol to Guatemala, collided with the Huayan Endeavor cargo ship on its way from the Netherlands to Nigeria in the English Channel

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Foreign Exchanges in several countries boycott Qatari Riyals

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:37 IST

Moscow[Russia], July 1 (ANI): Several banks, foreign exchange companies in the Gulf have refused to exchange Qatari riyals and also stopped accepting them, following the economic blockade announced by Saudi Arabia and its Arab allies.

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Here is how popular Dhinchak Pooja is on YouTube

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Dhinchak Pooja is the latest viral sensation on Youtube and social media in India. After viral hits like 'Swag Wali Topi', 'Daaru', 'Selfie Maine Leli Aaj', she recently went live with 'Dilon Ka Shooter'.

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'Global terrorist' Salahuddin slams U.S., trains guns on PM Modi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:31 IST

Muzaffarabad [Pakistan occupied Kashmir], July 01 (ANI): Hizbul Mujahideen leader Syed Salahuddin on Saturday denounced United States declaring him as a global terrorist, and lamented that Washington gave Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a red car

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Sensitive faces helped dinosaurs eat, woo, take temperature: Study

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Dinosaurs' faces might have been much more sensitive than previously thought, according to a University of Southampton study - helping them with everything from picking flesh from bones to wooing potential mates.

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Food lovers! Indulge in binge-eating at this Dim Sum Festival

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:03 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): Starting July 7, Dim sum lovers can relish in the flavors of the Orient throughout the monsoon with a hot steaming dim sum line up.

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'Hyped' midnight GST launch was not in good taste: Kerala CM

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:01 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India] July 1 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday said that the hyped midnight-launch of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was uncalled for and not in a "good taste".

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Athawale seeks inquiry into India's Champions Trophy final loss against Pakistan

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 18:01 IST

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], July 1 (ANI): Minister of State for Social Justice Ramdas Athawale has demanded an 'inquiry' into India's heart-wrenching defeat against arch-rival Pakistan in the finals of the ICC Champions Trophy.

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U.S.: 17 injured in nightclub shooting in Arkansas

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], July 01 (ANI): 17 people were injured after a gunman opened fire at a nightclub in Little Rock city of Arkansas in the United States.

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Russia extends 'tit-for-tat' sanctions against EU

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:52 IST

Moscow [Russia], July 1 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has given nod to extend tit-for-tat sanctions until December 31, 2018 against the European Union (EU).

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Shameful that Presidential poll turned into 'Dalit vs Dalit' fight: Meira Kumar

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:35 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] July 1 (ANI): Opposition's Presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Saturday said that it is a shame that the election has been turned into fight between "Dalit vs Dalit", adding that her nomination was supported by 17 major opposition parties unanimously.

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Chidambaram never tried to ease states' concerns about GST: BJP

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:28 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], July 1 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday hit back at Congress leader P. Chidambaram for terming the Goods and Service Tax (GST) as imperfect, saying that the ruling dispensation worked hard and with honesty to push the bill through, while the grand old party never took initiative.

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Malinga to miss second Zimbabwe ODI with influenza

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:19 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 1 (ANI): Sri Lanka pace spearhead Lasith Malinga will miss the second ODI of the ongoing five-match series against Zimbabwe as he has contracted viral influenza and has been recommended 48 hours of rest following medical assessment.

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Presidential Polls: AAP to support Opposition candidate Meira Kumar

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July. 1 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday extended its support to Opposition candidate Meira Kumar in the Presidential polls.

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Uphaar tragedy: Two directed to apologise for threatening Krishnamoorthy

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India] July 1 (ANI): The Patiala House court on Saturday directed two persons, accused of threatening chairperson of the Association of the Victims of Uphaar Tragedy (AVUT) Neelam Krishnamoorthy, to tender an unconditional apology in proper form and also to publish it in leading newspapers.

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National Herald case: Court seeks Sonia, Rahul Gandhi's reply

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Patiala House Court on Saturday sought a reply from Congress president Sonia Gandhi, vice president Rahul Gandhi and other party leaders on BJP leader Subramanian Swamy's plea seeking a summon to produce certain documents from the Associated Journal Limited (AJL) and the party in the National Herald case.

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U.S. policy on Kashmir remains unchanged: State Department

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:35 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 1 (ANI): The State Department said that U.S. policy on Kashmir remains unaffected despite designating Hizbul Mujahideen leader Syed Salahuddin as a global terrorist.

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Kollywood urges Centre to put regional cinema in lowest slab

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:32 IST

Chennai [Tamil Nadu], July 1 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu film fraternity, together with all the South Indian industries, have come together to send a collective representation to the Central Government, requesting them to put the regional cinema in the "least slab".

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J-K: Security forces lauded for neutralizing Lashkar commander

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:10 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 1 (ANI): The Director General of Police, (DGP) Jammu and Kashmir, S. P. Vaid hailed the state police and security forces who gunned down two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists, Azad Malik and commander Bashir Lashkari.

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Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe: Dickwella fined for attempted Mire stumping

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:02 IST

Dubai [UAE], July 1 (ANI): Niroshan Dickwella of Sri Lanka has been fined 30 percent of his match fee and received two demerit points for attempting a stumping which was "contrary to the spirit of the game" during the first ODI of the five-match series against Zimbabwe in Galle on Friday.

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Kulbhushan Jadhav case: India demands consular access from Pak again

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 01 (ANI): India on Saturday called on Pakistan to grant consular access to Indians lodged in their custody including Mumbai resident Hamid Nehal Ansari and former Indian Navy officer Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Hrithik Roshan marks dad's 50 yrs in B'town with sweet post

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Hrithik Roshan is celebrating his father Rakesh Roshan's 50 years in Bollywood film fraternity.

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GST rollout: Passengers outraged after TTE demands extra fee in Gujarat's Queen Express

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:53 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 1 (ANI): In a series of arguments which prevailed after the midnight launch of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), passengers of Gujarat's Queen Express train refused to pay the extra fee that was reportedly levied in lieu of the GST.

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Bhaichung Bhutia thanks PM Modi for continuous support to Indian football

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): With less than 100 days left for the biggest ever footballing extravaganza to happen in India - the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 -- iconic footballer Bhaichung Bhutia thanked and lavished huge praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his "continuous support to Indian Football."

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Have not violated any law or insulted any army: Azam Khan

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:53 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 01 (ANI): After a total of three complaints were filed on Saturday against Azam Khan over his controversial remark on the Indian Army, the Samajwadi Party (SP) leader asserted that he has not violated any law or not insulted any army.

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Shiv Sena workers beat teachers over molestation complaints by students

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:46 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], July 01 (ANI): The Shiv Sena workers on Saturday thrashed two teachers of a coaching institute after few students levelled molestation charges on them.

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Mumbai: Teacher, assistant held for giving students forced haircuts

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): Two staff members of a private school have been arrested for forcibly giving students haircuts as a punishment.

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Oil tanker catches fire in Pakistan

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:45 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 1 (ANI): An oil tanker burst into flames after it overturned near Qazi Ahmed town in Pakistan's Sindh province on Saturday.

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Skill India's certified professionals to help in GST implementation

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:39 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) announced a national training programme to certify GST practitioners under its flagship scheme of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), to make the country's passage to the new tax regime, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime smooth and glitch free.

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Mithali Raj calls on team to improve fielding ahead of Pak clash

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:39 IST

London [UK], July 1 (ANI): India women cricket team's skipper Mithali Raj has called on her side to improve their fielding, especially catching, ahead of their much-anticipated clash against arch-rival Pakistan in the ICC Women's World Cup at County Ground, Derby, on Sunday.

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Childhood obesity can later risk kids' arteries

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 1 (ANI): Parents, you may want to do something about your kids' extra kilos as a recent study has found that high blood pressure in overweight children can stiffen their arteries in adolescence.

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Sharif's family to appear before JIT over money laundering

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:30 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 1 (ANI): The Joint Investigation Team (JIT), constituted by the Supreme Court to probe Panama Leaks case has summoned almost entire family of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for interrogation in the Money laundering case.

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India to rise high globally in ease of doing business: ASSOCHAM president

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:15 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): ASSOCHAM President Sandeep Jajodia on Saturday said that India would move many notches up the global ease of doing ladder by this single, but the most important tax reform in the country, the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Uphaar Tragedy: Accused threatening N. Krishnamoorthy asked to publish unconditional apology

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 15:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 01 (ANI): The Delhi Court on Saturday asked Deepak Kathpalia and Praveen Shankar Sharma, who are accused of threatening Neelam Krishnamoorthy, the founder of Association of the Victims of Uphaar Tragedy (AVUT), to give unconditional apology and publish it in leading newspapers.

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Industry-academia collaborative mission for accelerating discovery research to early development for Biopharmaceuticals

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): In a bid to create a globally competitive biopharmaceutical industry that addresses the country's major concerns around barriers to affordable healthcare, Hon'ble Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of Science & Technology launched the Innovate in India (I3) program on 30th June 2017 in New Delhi. The 250 million USD program of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of science & technology; is a first- of-its-kind mission that brings together industry and academia to promote entrepreneurship and indigenous manufacturing in the biopharmaceutical sector.

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SBI to offer GST-ready solutions starting today

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:59 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) on Saturday announced its Goods and Services Tax (GST) ready solutions, including the introduction of online payment through internet banking and debit card.

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A Real Estate Startup Awarded as "Real Estate Tech Broker of the Year" Builds Intelligence Based Personalized Recommendation System for its Customers

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:46 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): zVestais the real estate marketplace dedicated to empowering consumers with data, inspiration and knowledge around the place and connecting them with the best local professionals who can help proving value added services. zVesta aims to organize unorganized real estate industry and provide standard ERP to the builders, developers and to the consumers.

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Ram Nath Kovind meets former Puducherry chief minister in Chennai

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:46 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), July 1, (ANI): National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday met former chief minister of Puducherry N. Rangaswamy in Chennai.

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Ballance, Dawson named in England's squad for Lord's Test

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:37 IST

London [UK], July 1 (ANI): Left-handed batsman Gary Ballance and left-arm spinner Liam Dawson have been included in the 12-man England squad for the first Test of the four-match series against South Africa beginning July 6 at Lord's.

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BJP mocks Rahul Gandhi on his Italy visit

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhantook a jibe at Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi stating that the former would be blaming the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government over all his developments even while sitting in Italy.

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Two LeT terrorists gunned down by security forces in Anantnag

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:37 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 1 (ANI): Two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists, Azad Malik and commander Bashir Lashkari, were gunned down by the security forces during an encounter in the Dailgam village in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday.

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Now, check train PNR status after booking tickets on Paytm

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], Jul 1 (ANI): Paytm has launched an online service on its rail-booking platform to enable customers to check their PNR Status instantly after booking train tickets on its platform.

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Pakistan hands over list of 546 Indian prisoners to High Commission

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:37 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 1 (ANI): The Pakistani foreign ministry on Saturday handed over a list of 546 Indian prisoners in Pakistan, to the High Commission of India in Islamabad.

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Indian Bank extends its social presence to Instagram

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI-NewsVoir): With a vision to reach prospective audience and connect with the younger generation, Indian Bank on Saturday announced its decision to join Instagram - @myindianbank.

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Mumbai City FC retain astute goalkeeper Amrinder Singh

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:08 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): Mumbai City FC have retained Amrinder Singh for the fourth season of the Indian Super League (ISL).

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Terror-financing watchdog says Pakistan not complying with curbs

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 14:08 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], July 1(ANI): Pakistan is still under the scanner of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), an international watchdog tracking terror financing, saying that Islamabad is not fully complying with curbs against terror entities listed with the United Nations.

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India vs West Indies: Kohli hails team's `clinical` performance

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:50 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 1 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has hailed team's clinical performance after they registered an emphatic 93-run win over West Indies to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Friday.

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Parijat Industries giving a sniff of hope to pest-hit farmers

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Predictions of a good monsoon after many seasons of erratic rainfall will prove to be a boon for farmers, but if past experience is anything to go by, unforeseen pest attacks can play spoil sport for the farmer even in favorable climatic conditions.

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Eliminating Daesh, Taliban key to win Afghanistan war: Former U.S envoy

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:43 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 1 (ANI): Former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan James Cunningham has said any new American strategy with regard to developments in Afghanistan must aim to eliminate the Daesh and the Taliban as well as urge Pakistan to destroy safe havens provided to the Taliban and The Haqqani network.

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Two people killed, 20 injured after bus overturns on West Bengal state highway

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:42 IST

West Midnapore (West Bengal) [India], July 1 (ANI): At least two persons were killed and 20 got injured after a bus overturned on State Highway - 4 here on Saturday.

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CA pay dispute leaves Warner feeling like he has lost family

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:42 IST

Sydney [Australia], July 1 (ANI): Australia vice captain David Warner feels that the ugly pay dispute between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Australian Cricketers Association (ACA) means his "workplace" no longer feels like family.

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Three complaints against Azam Khan in Bijnor over army denigration

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:42 IST

Ranpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 1 (ANI): A total of three complaints were filed on Saturday against Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan over his controversial remark on the Indian Army.

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Three LeT terrorists trapped in Anantnag district, security ops underway

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:14 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 1 (ANI): At least three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists, including Commander Bashir Lashkari, are said to be trapped in a building in the Dailgam village in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, according to police.

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GST rollout: Micro, small, medium scale traders will suffer huge losses, claims Chidambaram

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:14 IST

Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 1 (ANI): Congress leader and former finance minister P. Chidambaram on Saturday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over its decision to roll out the Goods and Service Tax (GST), saying micro, small and medium scale traders will suffer huge losses due to its implementation and inflation will seriously be impacted.

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Venus Williams faces lawsuit in Florida crash case

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 13:13 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], July 1 (ANI): Former world number one Venus Williams is being sued by the family of the man who died in a car crash in Florida.

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Army transfer racket: Court extends Lt. Col. Moni, middleman's custody till July 13

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:51 IST

New Delhi [India], July 01 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Saturday extended the judicial custody of Lt.Col. Ranganathan Suvramani Moni and middleman Gaurav Kohli till July 13 in connection with a transfer racket case at the Army Headquarters, in which officers allegedly paid lakh of rupees to manipulate their postings.

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Traders, transporters calls for shutdown in Kashmir valley on GST issue

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:50 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 01 (ANI): All shops and business establishments were closed and transport was off roads in Kashmir after traders and transporters called for a shutdown on the Goods and Service Tax (GST) issue.

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Too tired to work out? It's all in your head

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 1 (ANI): Turns out, your perception has a major influence on how tiring you find exercise as a recent study has found that people find sport less strenuous if they believe it's doing them good.

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Uttarakhand: Badrinath-Kedarnath temple committee CEO, ex-chief priest booked for molestation

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:48 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 1 (ANI): A case was filed against Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee CEO B.D. Singh and former chief priest V.D. Namburi on Saturday after a sadhvi levelled molestation charges against them.

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Congress objected on GST only at final moment: BJP

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday accused the Congress of not being supportive or encouraging on the issue of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) and stated that the opposition had objected on the tax rate fixing only at the final moment.

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Here's how you can enjoy an acne-free monsoon

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 30 (ANI): Turns out, keeping those pimples and boils at bay is as easy as taking some antibiotics.

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Xi warns Hong Kong of crossing 'red line' by challenging Beijing

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:31 IST

Hong Kong [China] , July 1 (ANI): China's President Xi Jinping has warned the people of Hong Kong not "to challenge the power of the central government" as it will be considered an act of crossing a red line which is "absolutely impermissible," as the former British colony marked 20 years of Chinese rule on Saturday.

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Maruti Suzuki passes on GST benefits on vehicles to customers

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Maruti Suzuki India on Saturday announced Goods and Services Tax (GST) benefits on the ex-showroom prices of their models by offering upto three percent cut on its vehicles segment.

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This powerful galaxy has a password name

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 12:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 1 (ANI): NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope recently captured an impressive galaxy that goes by a name that looks more like a password for a computer: 2XMM J143450.5+033843.

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Vijay Goel felicitates Kidambi Srikanth, Pullela Gopichand

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Saturday felicitated ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth for his "lightning victories" and chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand for his "great vision".

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Light-driven tiny 'motors' is straight out of sci-fi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 1 (ANI): Taking a leaf out of sci-fi movies, a team of researchers has added another exciting thing to the list of fanciful devices that allow light to interact forcefully with matter.

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2 Indian filmmakers win International CineFest '17 honour

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:41 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): In a rare feat, two of the Indian filmmakers have walked home with the Hollywood International CineFest 2017 awards.

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Amantra: An address for the high life in new BKC

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Over the past few years, Kalyan and Bhiwandi have come a long way from being peripheral cities in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to becoming hotbeds of infrastructure and business growth with higher levels of economic activity and newfound interest from homebuyers.

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Infosys appoints D. Sundaram as Independent Director

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:32 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 01 (ANI): Infosys on Saturday announced the appointment of D. Sundaram as an Independent Director of the Company, effective July 14, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board.

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Cow vigilantism: Adityanath urges people not to take law into their hands

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:31 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 01 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has urged the people to not to take the law into their hands in the name of cow vigilantism, adding that they should just inform the administration in any case of illegal smuggling of cows.

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I'm really hungry at the moment: Rahane

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:08 IST

Antigua [West Indies], July 1 (ANI): Stylish Indian batsman Ajinkya Rahane, who has been in sublime form in the ongoing ODI series against West Indies, has insisted it is his hunger for runs which has kept him motivated to perform well for himself as well as the team.

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Pakistan must pay for supporting terrorism, says U.S. Congressman

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 11:02 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], July 1 (ANI): Pakistan knows it is supporting terrorism, as does the United States and Afghanistan, and therefore, must face the consequences, financial or otherwise for doing so, a member of the United States Congress has said.

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Sardar Patel integrated India territorially, GST will integrate nation economically: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): With the historic Goods and Services Tax (GST) becoming a reality, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said in a tweet that former home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel integrated India territorially and the GST would integrate the nation economically.

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Now, these women will not be vulnerable to violence

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): "Whose help can I ask? If I talk to another woman in the village, she can't help. She faces the same thing at her home. I haven't told anyone that he abuses me, but everyone sees it-people in my family and villagers also. They ask me why are you fighting -why is he hitting you? Then they all say it is the fault of the wife.. "

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Adityanath urges Muslim women to come forward for their rights

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 10:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 01 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who recently completed 100 days in office, described Triple Talaq as a social problem and it would be good if Muslim society itself resolves it.

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GST a major step towards India's economic revolution: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 10:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Jul. 01 (ANI): The implemented Goods and Service Tax (GST) launched on July 1 is a crucial step towards ensuring India's economic revolution said Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

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The more pics in books, the poorer is your kid's word learning

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 09:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 1 (ANI): When it comes to picture books, having too many images can limit word learning among young readers, a recent study has found.

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Complaint registered against Azam Khan over anti-army remarks

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 09:25 IST

Ranpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 01 (ANI): Two complaints have been registered against Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan on Saturday over his controversial remark against the Indian Army.

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The 'rhythm' of writing

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 09:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jul 1 (ANI): Turns out, Japanese writing is all about rhythm.

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J-K: Operation underway between militants, security forces, civilian killed

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 08:17 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 1 (ANI): At least two to three militants including top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander have been holed up inside a building in the Dailgam village in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district.

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Messi ties the knot with long-time girlfriend Roccuzzo

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:57 IST

London [UK], July 1 (ANI): Argentina's star footballer Lionel Messi has finally tied the knot with long-time partner Antonella Roccuzzo, in what has been dubbed as "the wedding of the century".

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UP: Police officer killed by unknown persons in Bijnor

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:57 IST

Bijnor (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 1 (ANI): A police officer was killed allegedly by few miscreants by slitting his throat in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor yesterday late night.

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Kochi: Captain, two crew members of Panama-registered merchant ship detained

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:31 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], July 1 (ANI): The Kochi police on Friday took custody of two crew members and the Captain of Panama-registered merchant ship, which was ascertained to be the one that collided with a fishing boat a fortnight ago, killing three fishermen.

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Trump discusses Gulf-Qatar dispute with Erdogan

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:29 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump spoke with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday to discuss the dispute between Qatar and Gulf and Arab states.

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'Donald Trump is not well': 'Morning Joe' co-hosts respond

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:29 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): A day after being attacked by United States President Donald Trump, MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough have responded and tried to turn the discussions making them about the former's erratic behaviour.

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This monsoon, keep yourself safe on roads

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:29 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The first showers of the monsoon always bring some respite from the summer heat and add an enchanting grey hue to the city skyline. However the wet roads pose a fatal threat for both pedestrians and commuters in vehicles alike.

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Here are some tips for monsoon gardening

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:06 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Every season has its own importance in the world of gardening. But monsoon is the best time of the year for garden lovers for planting and re - potting.

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If GOP health care bill fails, repeal Obamacare now, replace later: Trump

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:04 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): Marking a notable return to his efforts to push his agenda rather than distract from it, United States President Donald Trump on Friday called for repealing the Affordable Care Act immediately and replacing it later with another health care plan if Republican senators are unable to pass their bill.

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Adele cancels final two shows of tour after damaging vocal chords

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 07:04 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): It seems like Adele won't be saying 'Hello' from the other side.

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Jharkhand lynching: Cong. says nobody takes PM Modi seriously

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Condemning the lynching of a man in Jharkhand for allegedly carrying beef in his vehicle hours after Narendra Modi's warning of not taking law in their hands, the Congress on Saturday asserted that the people are not taking the Prime Minister seriously.

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Centre's GST earns praise, and a horde of Twitter jokes

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:53 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Trust the Internet to find the laughable even in the most serious, sincere and legit situations. The social media was an ocean of hilarious tweets and videos even as Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Pranab Mukherjee pressed the "button" to officially roll out the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) "at the stroke of the midnight hour."

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'Top Gun' sequel gets summer 2019 release date

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:49 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): The 'Maverick' is all set to fly again in 2019.

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Michael Jackson's father Joe Jackson is 'OK' after accident

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:42 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): Joe Jackson, the 88-year-old father of Janet Jackson, the late Michael Jackson and the rest of the famous Jackson singers was rushed to a hospital after a minor accident.

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GST rollout: BJP asks Rahul to rise above politics, join hands with Govt.

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:39 IST

Bengaluru/ Kolkata [India], July 1 (ANI): Tearing into Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi for claiming that the Good and Services Tax (GST) "is being executed by an incompetent and insensitive government", the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday said that the grand old party needs to rise above politics and avoid making such irresponsible statements.

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Nicole Kidman felt 'deeply humiliated' filming 'Big Little Lies' abuse scenes

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:39 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): It seems like playing an abuse victim in 'Big Little Lies' has impacted Nicole Kidman's life in a very strong way.

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I feel so lucky to work with Nawazuddin, Akshaye: Sridevi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:35 IST

New Delhi [India], July 01(ANI): God could not be everywhere, so he created MOM. Yes, MOM, the forthcoming film starring Sridevi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Akshaye Khanna is creating a lot of buzz.

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Delhi court to continue hearing in National Herald case today

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:33 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Delhi's Patiala House Court will today continue the proceedings in the National Herald case involving Congress Party frontrunners Sonia Gandhi and son Rahul Gandhi, among others.

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China showing 'aggressive posture' as India getting closer to U.S.: Experts

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:32 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Amid China's road building exercise into the Chumbi valley in the strategically located tri-junction between India, Bhutan and China, defence experts on Saturday said that China is showing its "aggressive posture" because India is getting closer to the United States.

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It was 'tough' working with Sridevi as she is too good with her work: Akshaye Khanna

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1(ANI): Akshaye Khanna, who plays a significant role in his upcoming film 'Mom', says it was 'tough' to work with Sridevi as she is too good with her work and that's the problem.

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Shoppers save big with Big Bazaar's special GST sale

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:27 IST

Mumbai/New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Shoppers reaped the benefits of Big Bazaar's 'GST Muharat bonanza, offering up to 22 percent savings and cashback offers, in lieu of the rollout of the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Surat: Shoppers throng jewellery stores as prices set to surge post GST

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:25 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 1 (ANI): With the prices of gold, silver, diamonds and other jewellery articles are set to increase with the incorporation of the new Goods and Services Tax (GST), natives here took to jewellery stores to make their purchases, with shops open post midnight owing to the rollout of the much-awaited tax regime.

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Long-term breastfeeding may lead more cavities, suggests study

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:23 IST

New York [USA], July 1 (ANI): According to a recent study, Kids who are breastfed for two years or longer may lead to are more likely to have dental cavities.

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Doctor shoots one woman dead, wounds six others at NYC hospital

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 06:21 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): At least one woman has been reported killed and as many as six other people wounded in a shooting on Friday at the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital in New York.

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Jay-Z immortalises 'La La Land' Oscars fail in new track 'Moonlight'

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:56 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): The Oscar's best picture fail has found a place on Jay-Z new album.

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India vs West Indies 2017: India thrash WI by 93 runs, take 2-0 lead

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:56 IST

Antigua [West Indies], June 30 (ANI): The early wickets of Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli gave Team West Indies a little hope, but fifties by Ajinkya Rahane and former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni steered India to build up a score of 251/4 in 50 overs in the third ODI of the five-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Friday.

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Beyonce and Jay-Z's twins' name revealed?

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], July 1 (ANI): It seems like Jay-Z and her wife Beyonce have settled on names for their new born twins.

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Calvin Harris defends snapping at Taylor Swift after their split

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): Calvin Harris has finally addressed a series of tweets he posted about singer Taylor Swift after their split.

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Patty Jenkins clarifies she hasn't signed 'Wonder Woman 2' yet

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:34 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): 'Wonder Woman' fans, who went into frenzy on hearing that Patty Jenkins is returning to helm the sequel, we have some bad news for you.

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Abhishek Bachchan celebrates 17 years of 'Refugee' with a nostalgic picture

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:31 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Abhishek Bachchan started his Bollywood career 17 years ago with JP Dutta's 'Refugee'.

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Jay-Z apologises to Beyonce on '4:44'

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:30 IST

New York [USA], July 1 (ANI): After sending his fans into a frenzy with his new album '4:44,' rapper Jay-Z in one of his songs has hinted an apology to his wife Beyonce Knowles.

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Fox announces release dates for six mystery Marvel movies

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:30 IST

Los Angeles [USA], July 1 (ANI): Marvel fans, we have some good news for you.

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Shaktikanta Das, Amitabh Kant hail 'historic' midnight rollout of GST

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 04:02 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Former economic affairs secretary Shaktikanta Das, who was present at the Central Hall of the Parliament for the special midnight session, tweeted that he was fortunate to witness 'history being made', with the official rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Petrol, diesel, aviation fuel kept out of GST, to be decided upon later: Ashok Gajapati Raju

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:36 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): After the historic Goods and Services Tax (GST) became a reality, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapati Raju on Saturday said it will help in the economic rejuvenation of this country.

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Pradhan tears into Opposition for boycotting midnight launch of GST

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:27 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan took a jibe at the Opposition for boycotting the midnight session of the Parliament organised in lieu of the rollout of the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST), saying 'bhagwan unko satbuddhi dein' (may almighty bless them with sense).

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Cabinet lauds GST rollout, attacks Opposition over boycott

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Members of the Union Cabinet lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and others for the successful rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) here.

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'Jab Harry Met Sejal' characters get their own Facebook camera effect

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:26 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The promotions of Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma starrer and Imtiaz Ali directorial 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' have stood out for its unique marketing strategies.

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Trump WH did not recognise June as LGBT Pride Month

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:03 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has done away with recent precedent by not recognising June as LGBT Pride Month.

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Russia probe: House panel to interview former Trump advisor

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 03:03 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): As the investigation into Russia meddling with the Presidential elections reaches a new phase, the House intelligence committee has planned to bring forward another former Trump advisor to question.

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IndiGo plane, BSF aircraft carrying Home Secy Mehrishi escapes mid-air collision

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 01:57 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): A BSF aircraft ferrying Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi escaped a midair crash with IndiGo plane over Jammu and Kashmir's Banihal district on Friday.

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Several people shot at New York hospital, shooter dead

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 01:57 IST

New York [U.S.A.], July 1 (ANI): As many as four to six people are believed to be wounded in a shooting on Friday at the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital in New York, according to a New York Police Department spokesperson.

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GST will uplift the poor, give direction to country's development: Amit Shah

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 01:56 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Soon after the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) was rolled out in a special midnight session of the Parliament, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Amit Shah said the tax reform will not only help India to uplift the poor and the backward sector, but will also give a direction to the country's development.

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GST rollout: Intent behind boycott was political, says MoS Finance

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 01:54 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Responding to the Congress and other parties' decision to boycott the midnight session of Parliament chaired for the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Minister of State for Finance Santosh Kumar Gangwar asserted that the intent behind it was 'purely political'.

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GST tribute to wisdom of India's democracy: President Mukherjee

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 00:44 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): With the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) rolling out at midnight, President Pranab Mukherjee, while addressing a special session of the Parliament, said it is a tribute to the maturity and wisdom of India's democracy.

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GST an example of cooperative federalism: PM Modi

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 00:18 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is not the legacy of one political party, but the collective legacy of all political parties, adding that the GST will ensure economic integration and will bring all the states closer.

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India's midnight 'tryst with destiny': GST rolled out

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 00:03 IST

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): In a historic moment for the Indian economy, the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) has been rolled out in a special midnight session of the Parliament, in the presence of President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Hamid Ansari, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, among other dignitaries.

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Old India was economically fragmented, says Jaitley ahead of GST rollout

Updated: Jul 01, 2017 00:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With the stage set for the midnight rollout of the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST), Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that although India was earlier 'economically fargemented', new India under the new tax regime will transform into 'One Tax, One Market, One Nation'.

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Cornered by reporter, Pahlaj Nihalani goes into 'silent mode'...literally!

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 23:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Ever since he joined the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) as its chief decision maker, Pahlaj Nihalani has managed to grab the limelight with his antics quite often.

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Germany passes bill legalizing same-sex marriage

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 23:28 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 30 (ANI): The German Parliament on Friday passed a bill legalizing same-sex marriages in a snap vote despite Chancellor Angela Merkel voting against it.

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Congress baked GST for so long it tasted 'burnt, ugly': BJP

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 23:28 IST

New Delhi [India] June 30 (ANI): Hitting back at Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's jibe at the Centre on Goods and Services Tax (GST), senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Siddharth Nath Singh on Friday said that Congress baked the GST for so long that it burnt and tasted ugly.

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Parliament lights up as politicos arrive for midnight GST rollout

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 30 (ANI): The Parliament lit up in its full glory on Friday night, as politicians including the Centre's top brass and ally parties gathered ahead of the historic Goods and Services Tax (GST) rollout.

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GST will bring economic change in lives of farmers, labourers: Centre

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 23:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Ahead of midnight Goods and Service Tax (GST) roll out, Union Minister Ananth Kumar on Friday asserted that the central aim of GST is village, farmers and labourers as it will bring an economic change in their lives.

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Trump says patience with North Korea 'over', calls for further sanctions

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 22:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 30 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said that his government's patience with North Korea "is over" and called upon regional powers to join Washington into implementing further sanctions on Pyongyang.

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Patna-Delhi flight scare: IndiGo rejects 'tyre burst' reports

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 22:24 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 30 (ANI): All passengers have been safely evacuated from an IndiGo flight at Patna, after smoke was observed in cabin.

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Syrian forces eradicate traces of ISIS from Aleppo: Syrian Observatory

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:53 IST

Coventry (England) [UK], June 30 (ANI): The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said on Friday that the regime forces drove out the last remaining Islamic State militants from the city of Aleppo after a six-month long intense fight, as they advanced towards the road of Al-Resafa - Ithriyah and fully gained its control.

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Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra shoots film inside Delhi-bound train

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has got the camera rolling in a Delhi-bound train for his upcoming film 'Mere Pyare Prime Minister'.

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Man arrested for creating fake Twitter account in name of K'taka CM

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:52 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 30 (ANI): A person has been arrested for creating a fake twitter account under the name of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and tweet contents as if it was tweeted by the office of the chief minister.

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Will try to be the leader this culturally rich country needs: Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 30 (ANI): Opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Friday said that this election is not only a contest for a supreme position, but also underlines the country's ideology.

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Jay-Z reveals his mother is lesbian in new album '4:44'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:35 IST

London [UK], June 30 (ANI): In one of the tracks in '4:44', an album he came out with after a four-year gap, Jay-Z has bared himself like rarely before and has made a surprising revelation.

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GST rollout: Maha Govt. to facilitate businesses to migrate from old tax system

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:17 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): Hours before the mid-night rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday expressed his concern over difficulties during initial stages, and assured that the government will facilitate the businesses to migrate from old tax system to new one.

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Bengaluru FC retain Chhetri, Udanta

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 21:05 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka)[India], June 30 (ANI): Bengaluru FC have retained skipper Sunil Chhetri and Udanta Singh after the duo signed three-year deals that will keep them with the Indian Super League (ISL) side till the end of the 2019-20 season, the club announced on Friday.

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GST Council reduces tax rate on fertilizer from 12 pct to 5 pct

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday informed that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on fertilizers has been brought down from 12 percent to five percent.

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Nepal Foreign Minister to visit India next week

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:33 IST

Kathamandu [Nepal], June 30 (ANI): Nepal's newly formed government's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs; Krishna Bahadur Mahara is set to visit India next week.

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Byculla jail inmate murder: PIL in Bombay HC seeking CID probe

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:28 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Bombay High Court seeking Criminal Investigation Department (CID) inquiry in the murder case of jail inmate Manjula Shetye inside the Byculla Jail.

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'102 Not Out's make-up specialist talks about Big B-Rishi Kapoor's `meditation` like focus

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): National Award-winning professional makeup, hair and prosthetics specialist Preetisheel Singh, who has worked on the looks of Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor for Umesh Shukla's film '102 Not Out', is floored by their magnetic appeal.

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Inquiry initiated into FC firing incident in Parachinar: Pak Army

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:27 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 30 (ANI): Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Friday that an inquiry has been initiated into the firing incident on protesters in Parachinar by Frontier Corps personnel that killed four civilians earlier this month, assuring that "those responsible shall not be spared".

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K.K. Venugopal replaces Mukul Rohatgi as Attorney General

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Senior lawyer in the Supreme Court of India and constitutional expert K.K. Venugopal has been appointed as a new 15th Attorney General replacing Mukul Rohatgi.

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DSP Pandith lynching: J-K Police seeks help to identify culprits

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:01 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police has sought help to identify the culprits involved in the brutal lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police Mohammad Ayub Pandith.

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MP: Another debt-ridden farmer commits suicide in Barwani

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 20:00 IST

Barwani (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 30 (ANI): Farmers suicide seems to be unending across Madhya Pradesh, as one more farmer has committed suicide on Friday in Barwani district.

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ED files prosecution complaint against Zoom Developers

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 30 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed prosecution complaint against the Director and main controller of Zoom Developers Private Limited (ZDPL) Vijay Madanlal Choudhary for the offence of money laundering before the Special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) Court in Indore.

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After Pak Govt., now Pak media sulks over Indo-U.S. bonhomie

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 30 (ANI): After the Nawaz Sharif Government criticized the growing India-U.S. relations following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington, the Pakistan media is also striking the same tone as it seems upset with Syed Salahuddin, a Pakistan-based Kashmiri separatist leader, being declared a specially designated global terrorist by the U.S.

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`Jagga Jasoos` comes from my personal childhood memories: Anurag Basu

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Anurag Basu, who has spent more than three years on 'Jagga Jasoos', feels that the film borrows a lot from the books he read as a child.

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Lalu targets PM Modi over Ramgarh beef lynching

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:25 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India] June 30 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday trained his guns at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the brutal killing of a man in Jharkhand allegedly over the beef.

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GST will improve India's image as investor friendly country: ASSOCHAM president

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): ASSOCHAM president Sandeep Jajodiya on Friday said the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) will boost India's GDP and will improve its image as an investor friendly country.

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GST is anti-small traders: Lalu Yadav

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:24 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India] June 30 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal Supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday branded the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as 'anti-small traders'.

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Sarin Gas was used in Syria attack: US report to UN

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:24 IST

New York [U.S.], June 30 (ANI): The U.S. State Department has criticised the Syrian government as the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons concluded that 'Sarin', a banned nerve gas, was used in April 4 aerial attack in northern Syria's Idlib province that killed nearly 100 villagers, including children.

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Karti Chidambaram seeks time from CBI ahead of questioning

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti Chidambaram, who has been summoned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to appear for questioning in a corruption case, has sought more time from the agency, sources said today.

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Rampant corruption has made India lag behind China: Assam Governor

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:03 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 30 (ANI): Assam Governor Banwari Lal Purohit on Friday made a sweeping statement asserting that 'India is afraid of China', adding that corruption was the main reason New Delhi was so far behind Beijing.

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J-K Assembly to discuss GST implementation from July 4

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:03 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 30 (ANI): A special session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will be held from July 4, to discuss the implementation of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) in the state.

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Centre unwilling to effectively use 'anti-profiteering clause' in GST: CPI (M)

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Friday asserted that there are number of problems arising from the Goods and Service Tax (GST) which is being hastily implemented from July 1, including the Centre not yet framing the rules under the anti-profiteering clause.

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Kamakhya Temple reopens for pilgrims; pilgrims gather in thousands

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:02 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Kamakhya temple in Guwahati recently reopened for people to celebrate the Ambubachi Mela 2017.

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West Indies win toss, put India to bat in 3rd ODI

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 19:00 IST

Antigua [West Indies], June 30 (ANI): West Indies won the toss and opted to field in the third ODI of the five-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Friday.

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Must adopt culture where sports is appreciated, supported: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:53 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called on countrymen to adopt a culture where sports is appreciated and supported.

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MHA should take action in appointment of new TN DGP: Stalin

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:52 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Friday demanded resignation of newly appointed Tamil Nadu's Director General of Police (DGP) T.K. Rajendran, saying that it was shocking that a tainted officer who is being investigated in a scandal has been given the coveted post.

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'Attack on freedom of expression': UN slams Gulf's demand to shut Al Jazeera

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:52 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 30 (ANI): The United Nations has voiced concern over Gulf nations 'unacceptable attack on the right to freedom of expression and opinion' by demanding Qatar to shut down Al Jazeera network, as well as other affiliated media outlets.

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Israel adopts resolution for strengthening ties with India

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:52 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], June 30 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that his government has approved the "Israeli Cabinet Resolution on Strengthening Ties with the Republic of India."

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Manipur Government launches 'community policing' to build a safer society

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:44 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Manipur Government launched an initiative called 'community policing', to promote public safety and maintain law and order to safeguard the welfare of the society.

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Foreign Missions in India Celebrate LGBT Pride month

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): At a time, when the entire world is celebrating LGBT Pride Month in support of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people, the diplomatic missions of all countries in India's capital have reaffirmed their' strong commitment to promote the universality of human rights and to ensure that everyone, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation enjoys these rights without discrimination.

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GST rules contain draconian 'arrest clause': Mamata Banerjee

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:44 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] June 30 (ANI): Expressing her concern over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll-out, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday said that the rules contain a draconian arrest clause, adding it would hamper small and medium businesses.

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Parliament has traditions, Centre making a 'festival' out of GST rollout: Congress

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India] June 30 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma on Friday accused the Centre of treating the Goods and Service Tax (GST) rollout like a 'festival', adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was against the Bill when he was in the opposition himself.

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Aksh Optifibre honored with Bhamashah Award by Govt. of Rajasthan

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): Aksh Optifibre Limited (AOL), the leading Indian manufacturer of Optical Fibre, Optical Fibre Cables, Fibre Reinforced Composites and a major e-Governance service provider was recently honoured with the prestigious Bhamashah Award for its stellar contributions in the development of Education in Bhiwadi and Reengus, Rajasthan.

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Snapdeal announces daily offers for consumers around the week

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): There is good news for online shoppers around the country. Snapdeal, India's largest online marketplace, today shared information on daily shopping bonanzas on its platform.

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Jharkhand 'beef' lynching: Section 144 imposed in Ramgarh

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:10 IST

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) [India], June 30 (ANI): Section 144 has been imposed in Jharkhand's Ramgarh after a man was beaten to death yesterday on suspicion of carrying beef in his car.

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GST will upscale Indian economy's `competitiveness` globally: Shaktikanta Das

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Former Economic Affairs Secretary Shaktikanta Das on Friday said that the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a timely and transformative measure, which will catapult the Indian economy into a much higher level of transparency, efficiency and competitiveness.

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Byculla jail violence: Bombay HC says inmates' security must be looked into

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): In wake of the violence in Byculla jail which resulted in the death of an inmate, the Bombay High Court on Friday observed that issue of security of jail inmates has become important and it needs to be looked into.

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Rural Electrification Corporation of India launches first Green Bond in London

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:04 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 30 (ANI): The London Stock Exchange today welcomes Rural Electrification Corporation's (REC) first green bond, which was admitted to trading on London's International Securities Market (ISM). The ten year dated green bond raised $450 million, with an annual yield of 3.965 per cent. The bond was 3.9 times oversubscribed on the final order book and secured strong international investor interest, with Asian investors making up 68 per cent of the order book and investors from the EMEA region making up 32 per cent.

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GST Rollout: All you need to know

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Hours before the Centre's grand midnight rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), it's important to know that why is it important for the Indian economy to have this tax reform.

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Over 120 Indian traders and millers to attend World Pulse Convention in Canada

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): A delegation of over 120 Indian pulse traders and millers are expected to visit Canada to attend the Canadian Special Crops Association's Pulses Convention from July 10th to 13th 2017 in Vancouver, BC

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CPN-UML leads Nepal's second phase polls vote count

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:53 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 30 (ANI): Nepal's main opposition, Communist Party of Nepal-UML, contesting under 'Sun' as its election symbol, is leading in the vote count of three hundred twenty six local levels out of three hundred thirty four local level, in the second phase local polls commenced this Wednesday.

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Textile industry infused with 'zero-defect, zero-effect' : PM Modi

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:52 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated Textiles India 2017 Exhibition and Summit organized at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, and asserted that the textile industry is being infused with the mantras of 'skill, scale, speed' and 'zero-defect ,zero-effect' policy.

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GST Network creates common Pass portal for taxpayers

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With the biggest tax overhaul in the history of the Indian economy, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) just a few hours away, the Goods and Service Tax Network (GSTN) has been created as a section 25 private limited company with Strategic Control with the Government to function as a common Pass-through portal for taxpayers.

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Dravid to continue as India A, U-19 coach for next two years

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Rahul Dravid will continue as coach for India A and U-19 teams for the next two years, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Friday.

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Fighting Presidential elections with confidence: Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 30 (ANI): Former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar on Friday said that she is contesting the Presidential elections with confidence, expressing optimism about her chances.

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Fortis, Gurugram conducts first robotic joint replacement surgery in N.India

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Orthopedic surgeons led by Padmashree recipient Dr. Ashok Rajgopal at the Fortis Bone and Joint Institute, Gurugram, Haryana, conducted the first successful robot aided joint replacement surgery on a 61-year-old patient, who had been suffering from severe left knee pain for many years.

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BBC, Sky Sports bag new ECB media rights for 2020-2024

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:32 IST

London [UK], June 30 (ANI): For the first time in more than 20 years, English cricket will return to the BBC from 2020.

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Theweightmonitor improves customer base in 175 cities; aims to expand in 250 cities

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): Theweightmonitor (TWM), Delhi-based startup and India's first fully online weight management portal announces that it has reached a strong customer base in 175 cities worldwide.

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U.S. envoy slams Security Council for inaction against 'Scorpion' Iran

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:31 IST

New York [U.S.], June 30 (ANI) : U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has slammed the Security Council for failing to take action against Tehran over its alleged lack of compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal and compared Iran to a "scorpion" which can't help stinging.

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Antraweb will work post midnight on July 1st to address customer queries on GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): Antraweb Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a master Tally partner had taken an initiative of training around 10,000 people on Goods and Services Tax (GST). Today, at 12 midnight the ringing bell at the central parliamentary hall will see GST launched in front of the President, The Prime Minister. And suddenly on 1st July everything will change for a businessman as far as taxation goes. The excise, service tax, Vat. Etc will be replaced by a single tax GST.

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Gurinder Chadha wanted to make 'The Black Prince' 10 years ago

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Shabana Azmi starrer- upcoming film 'The Black Prince', which was recently premiered in London, has garnered appreciation from some eminent film industry personalities like English film director Gurinder Chadha, ace Bollywood filmmaker Ashutosh Gowarikar and Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh, to name a few.

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1993 Mumbai blasts: CBI demands death penalty for Tahir Merchant, Karimullah Khan

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Central Bureau of investigation (CBI) on Friday demanded death penalty for Tahir Merchant and Karimullah Khan for their key role in 1993 Mumbai blasts case.

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Farmstays in Karjat are the new monsoon getaway hotspot for the people of Mumbai

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): Mumbai got relief from the record breaking summer temperature with the arrival of monsoon recently. As the city gears up to have a good shower this full season, the citizens of Mumbai have started planning their holidays.

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GST reform being rushed by insensitive, incompetent govt.: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India] June 30 (ANI): Hours before the mid-night rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that it is a reform that holds great potential, but is being rushed through in a half-baked spectacle by an incompetent government.

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TMC warns Centre over impending catastrophe on GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 17:12 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 30 (ANI): West Bengal Finance Minister Amit Mitra on Friday questioned the Centre over the upcoming Goods and Service Tax (GST) rollout, asking were the premature celebrations necessary when the truth was that the nation was not ready for it.

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World Sindhi Congress to Pakistan-End exploitation of Sindhis now

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 16:24 IST

Edinburgh [UK], June 30 (ANI): The World Sindhi Congress (WSC) has passed an important resolution in which it has called upon Pakistan to end all acts of exploitation against the indigenous Sindhi and other minorities.

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Qatar 'grateful' for Turkey's support amid Gulf diplomatic crisis

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 16:24 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 30 (ANI): Qatar's Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammad bin Abdurrahman Al-Thani has said that his country is "very thankful and grateful" for Turkey's support during its current diplomatic crisis with neighbouring Gulf countries that began earlier this month.

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Huma Qureshi remembers late 'fine actor' Om Puri

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): Huma Qureshi remembers late Bollywood actor Om Puri as a "very fine actor."

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Congress terms its skip of GST launch as 'ideological' boycott

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Congress on Friday termed its skip of the midnight launching of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as an ideological boycott.

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i2iFunding emerges as first P2P lending player to offset principal losses of investors

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): The Indian P2P lending industry is in the nascent stage of development.

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Sharif directs for accelerated diplomatic efforts amid Indo-Pak crisis

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:37 IST

Islamabad: [Pakistan], June 30 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday, during a high-level meeting at the Foreign Office, directed for acceleration in diplomatic efforts in view of heightening tensions with India along the border.

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New firewall can protect your phone from security threat

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 30 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with an innovative firewall program that adds a missing layer of security in Android cellphones and monitors for malicious code.

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FDC drug ban: Delhi HC denies interim relief to pharma companies

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday denied any interim relief to several pharmaceutical companies over government's ban on Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs.

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Commodities to become cheaper, inflation under control: TN Finance Min on GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:29 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 30 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Finance Minister D. Jayakumar on Friday asked the people not to fret about inflation and assured that prices of essential commodities will not raise post the implementation of the Goods and Service Tax (GST).

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J-K: Pakistan violates ceasefire in Uri sector

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:28 IST

Baramulla (J-K) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Friday violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district.

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You can now 'see' what Notre Dame 'sounds' like, thanks to VR

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): Paris' Cathedral of Notre Dame has a ghost orchestra that is always performing, thanks to a sophisticated, multidisciplinary acoustics research project.

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Trump reverses U.S. policy on China

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:16 IST

New York [U.S.], June 30 (ANI) President Donald Trump's honeymoon period with Chinese President Xi Jinping has ended abruptly as U.S. has entered into a $1.4 billion arms sale deal to Taiwan, labeled China one of the world's worst human traffickers and imposed sanctions on a Chinese bank for doing business with North Korea.

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Samajwadi Party to attend GST launch event

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With many political parties boycotting the Goods and Services Tax (GST) launch event, the Samjawadi Party on Friday finally decided to participate in the function, scheduled today midnight.

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GST: Industry experts expecting big from 'transformational' structural reform

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Expressing her delight over the passage of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the Parliament today, MD and CEO ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar said the new tax regime is a transformational structural reform, which will have multiple benefits for the industry.

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Not a natural leader, admits Root ahead of captaincy debut

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 15:01 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 30 (ANI): England Test skipper Joe Root, who will be beginning his captaincy career with the four-match series against South Africa, has admitted of not being a natural leader.

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One killed, seven injured in landslide on Vaishno Devi route

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:54 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 30 (ANI): One pilgrim was killed and seven others were injured in a landslide on Vaishno Devi shrine route near Himkoti on Friday.

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We are free not to join GST roll out program: Kerala FM

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Reiterating Communist Party of India's (CPI) stand of skipping the special the Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll out meeting, Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac on Friday said that they are free to not join the event.

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Those opposing GST want to weaken Indian economy: Raman Singh

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:52 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 30 (ANI): Coming out in support of the Good and Services Tax (GST), Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh on Friday criticised the political parties for opposing the uniform tax regime, saying those who want to weaken the economy are opposing it.

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Taliban attack kills six policemen in Afghanistan's Farah province

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:49 IST

Sheb Koh [Afghanistan], June 30 (ANI): At least six policemen were killed in a Taliban attack on a check post in Afghanistan's Farah province.

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LoC residents say 'for us war is going on daily'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:48 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 30 (ANI): There may be an official truce between India and Pakistan, but a war is going on daily for people living along the Line of Control (LoC) who are forced to bear the brunt of ceasefire violations by Pakistan, said residents of Balakote village in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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India expresses concern over Chinese incursion into Sikkim

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:30 IST

New Delhi [India] June 30 (ANI): India on Friday expressed deep concerns over Chinese incursion into Sikkim and said New Delhi cherishes peace and tranquility in the India-China border areas.

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Centre questions Congress, TMC stand over GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Centre on Friday questioned the Congress Party and the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) stand on Goods and Service Tax (GST) and asked as to why they were not supporting the government now when they backed the uniform tax regime in the Parliament.

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Opposition should not politicize GST: Mahesh Sharma

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Highlighting the significance of Good and services Tax (GST), Union Minister Mahesh Sharma on Friday said the Opposition should not politicize the matter.

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What is GST? Varanasi traders call for shut down, seek explanation

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 14:12 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 30 (ANI): At a time when Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is going gala about the roll out of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the common traders of Varanasi are crying foul over the complexities of implementation of the tax reform.

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'Partition: 1947' is all about humanity, love: Huma Qureshi

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:47 IST

Mumbai [Maharshtra] [India], June 30 (ANI): Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi said that her upcoming flick 'Partition: 1947' is all about humanity, simplicity and love and thanked the film's director, Gurinder Chadha, for making it.

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Talks on North Korea dominates Trump's dinner diplomacy with South Korean counterpart

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:39 IST

New York [U.S.], June 30 (ANI):U.S. President Donald Trump hosted South Korean President Moon Jae-in at a White House dinner on Thursday and held extensive discussions on a wide range of subjects, including North Korea and a new trade deal.

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History taught about 'Partition: 1947' complete lie: Gurinder Chadha

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:30 IST

Mumbai [India], June 30 (ANI): Talking about her upcoming flick 'Partition: 1947,' director Gurinder Chadha said that there is more to the historical event than meets the eye.

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GST rollout: Here's what industry experts feel on uniform indirect tax reform

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With the biggest tax overhaul in the history of the Indian economy, the Goods and Services Tax (GST), just hours away from its rollout, industry experts are bracing for this 'One Nation, One Tax Vision' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

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U.S. -Mexico petroleum pipeline to go right under the wall: Trump

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:27 IST

New York [U.S.], June 30 (ANI) :U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a new petroleum pipeline to Mexico as part of a broader plan to export American energy around the world.

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NCP questions Opposition's `fuss` over GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Friday backed Centre's Good and Services Tax (GST) and questioned as to why the political parties are creating fuss over its launch event when they unanimously passed the uniform tax regime in the Parliament.

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Zeta picks up stake in ZingHR

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Zeta, a fintech pioneer in digitised employee benefits solutions, has made a equity investment in ZingHR, a cloud services provider, for an undisclosed amount. ZingHR will also now offer its clients Zeta's digital employee benefits solutions such as meal vouchers, paperless claims for medical, LTA, fuel, mobile and so on.

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'Black law' GST will push India towards slavery: Samajwadi Party

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With few hours left for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to be implemented, the Samajawadi Party on Friday said the uniform tax regime is a 'black law' which would push India towards slavery.

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VIBGYOR high model United Nations 2017 debates on climate change

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:15 IST

Mumbai [India], June 30 (ANI-Businesswire India): VIBGYOR High Model United Nations (VHMUN) an initiative to empower students commenced its 7th edition in Mumbai starting today. VHMUN exposes students to an educational simulation in which they learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations.

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SC refuses to stay counseling for IIT Madras admissions

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday refused to stay counseling for admission to Indian Information Technology (IIT), Madras that is beginning from today.

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Madhya Pradesh HC refuses to stay disqualification of Minister Mishra

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 13:10 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 30 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Friday refused to stay the Election Commission of India's disqualification of the state's Water Resources, Legislative Affairs and Public Relations Minister Narottam Mishra, and asked the latter to file a reply by July 5.

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Sony to go retro with Vinyl comeback

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:59 IST

New York [USA], June 30 (ANI): Sony, one of the world's largest record labels, is going back to its vinyl days.

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Rabada has 'lessened the pain' of Steyn's absence, feels Barry Richards

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:55 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 30 (ANI): Former South Africa batsman Barry Richards believes that Kagiso Rabada's rise as fast bowler has "lessened the pain" of pace spearhead Dale Steyn's absence ahead of the upcoming four-match Test series against England.

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PM Modi inaugurates two water projects for Gujarat farmers

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:44 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated two water projects in Gujarat's Modasa district, asserting that farmers across the state will soon get water through various irrigation schemes.

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Hand-washing no defence against MRSA transmission in NICU babies

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): Turns out, even perfectly clean hands can lead to a superbug transmission among babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

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Upbeat Indian women's team leave for HWL Semi Final

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): With eyes set on their mission to qualify for the 2018 Women's World Cup in London, the Indian women's team left in the early hours of Saturday for the Hockey World League Semi Final at Johannesburg, starting July 8.

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Now, algorithm can predict smell of new molecules

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): For the first time in the country, an algorithm has been developed by Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIO) Chandigarh based scientists that allow predicting smell of new molecules.

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Sharif to chair high level meeting to review major foreign policy contours

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:28 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 30 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will chair a close-door high level meeting in the Foreign Office on Friday to review major foreign policy contours.

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Ready reckoner on GST slabs from July 1, 2017

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Here are the tax slabs that will come into effect after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is introuduced shortly after midnight on July 1, 2017

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Perturbed skin microbiome can be 'contagious'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): A recent study has revealed that a perturbed skin microbiome can be contagious and promote inflammation.

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Venus Williams found 'at fault' in fatal car crash in Florida

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:18 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 30 (ANI): Former world number one Venus Williams has been found "at fault" in a traffic accident in Florida that resulted in the death of a 78-year-old man.

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Vaping, a gateway to cigarette smoking

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 12:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): With electronic (e)-cigarettes gaining popularity, there has been a push to understand whether or not they are a "gateway" to cigarette smoking.

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One Assam Rifles jawan killed, three injured in Manipur blast

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:46 IST

Ukhrul (Manipur) [India], June 30 (ANI): An Assam Rifles jawan was killed and three others were injured in a blast here on Friday morning.

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AMFI announces Vision 2025 for mutual fund industry

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), the trade association of Asset Management Companies (AMCs) of all Mutual Funds in India has announced its Vision 2025 for the mutual fund industry and launched a fact book along with CRISIL called "Quantum Leap Beckons" which provides comprehensive and historical statistics on the mutual fund industry.

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Women's WC: Raj all praise for Mandhana post Windies heroics

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:39 IST

Taunton [West Indies], June 30 (ANI): India skipper Mithali Raj has heaped praise on Smriti Mandhana, who struck an unbeaten century to guide her side to a convincing seven-wicket victory over the West Indies in their ICC Women's World Cup match in Taunton.

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Beijing urges India to abide by existing bilateral boundary conventions

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:35 IST

Beijing [China], June 30 (ANI): China has once again urged India to abide by existing boundary conventions between both nations and respect the former's territorial sovereignty.

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Jharkhand: Minor girl murdered after rape, mob lynches accused

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:21 IST

Dumka (Jharkhand) [India], June 30 (ANI): In a horrific incident, a man accused of raping and murdering an eight-year-old girl, was allegedly lynched by mob in Dumka's Ramgarh.

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Don't bring religious angle into Jharkhand lynching, urges Naidu

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 11:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday condemned the killing of a man on the suspicion of carrying beef in Jharkahnd and said the matter must not be viewed from a religious angle.

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UP Minister embarrasses Yogi Govt., doesn't know GST full form

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:59 IST

Maharajganj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 30 (ANI): In a huge embarrassment for Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led Government, one of its Cabinet Minister failed to spell out the full form of GST, which is scheduled to be rolled out at midnight today.

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Confident India eye 2-0 lead against struggling Windies

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:47 IST

Antigua [West Indies], June 30 (ANI): Team India will today face a lack-lustre West Indies in the third ODI at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua with an aim to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.

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The secrets to entrepreneurial success in tourism

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): Behind every 'successful' tourism entrepreneur, there are many unsuccessful years and countless sleepless nights.

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J-K gets its first semi automatic multi level parking

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:41 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 30, (ANI) : The government of Jammu and Kashmir has constructed the state's first semi-automatic multi-level car parking facility at the commercial centre of Lal Chowk.

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Centre urges Congress to 'rethink' its stand on GST

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Ahead of the historic rollout of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) that is scheduled to take effect from midnight, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday hoped the Congress Party 'realise and rethink' their stand and join the government for the midnight Parliament session.

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Presidential election is war to uphold Mahatma Gandhi's 'ideology': Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:25 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 30 (ANI): United Progressive Alliance (UPA) presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Friday said the forthcoming Presidential election is a war to uphold the ideology of Mahatma Gandhi.

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NATO to continue Resolute Support Mission beyond 2017 in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:22 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 30 (ANI): North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that NATO and its allies have reiterated their commitment to Afghanistan and will sustain Resolute Support Mission beyond 2017.

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Your voice can give away if you're feeling inferior

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 10:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): Does your voice turn squeaky when you talk to your boss? If yes, then it may be a sign that you have the inferiority complex, a recent study has suggested.

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Make your Zumba routine yet more happening!

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Zumba is the perfect way to reduce those extra kilos you might have put on during the summer break. It is a fitness regime that isn't dull or monotonous as opposed to a routine workout at the gym.

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Global wildfires are burning less land

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): According to a trend that NASA's satellites detected from space, shifting livelihoods across the tropical forest frontiers of South America, the Eurasian Steppe and the savannas of Africa are altering landscapes and leading to a significant decline in the amount of land burned by fire.

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GST to benefit honest taxpayers: Revenue Secretary

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Hours before India ushers in the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia on Friday said that no one should have apprehensions over its implementation as the tax reform will benefit the honest taxpayers.

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Pakistan: FIA arrests Balochistan journalist for criticising state institutions

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:26 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], June 30 (ANI): A Balochistan journalist has been arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for allegedly criticising national institutions on social media.

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Here's Gen Next Batch for LFW Winter/Festive 2017

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Lakme Fashion Week has recently announced the 24th batch of Gen Next designers, who have been chosen to showcase their creations at Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Winter/Festive 2017.

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Effectiveness of labour induction in India

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 30 (ANI): A recent study has examined the effectiveness of labour induction in India.

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UK's new Warship is convenient sea target: Russian MoD hits back at Britain

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:02 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 30 (ANI): Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov on Friday hits back at the British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon, saying, UK's new warship HMS Queen Elizabeth is nothing but a "convenient sea target".

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Disha Patani's essentials in her monsoon beauty bag

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 09:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Monsoon is here and it's the time to rethink our daily beauty regime.

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Why wait and plead when you can travel solo?

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 08:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Our independent lifestyle and Bollywood influence have made an addition to our bucket list, i.e. travelling solo.

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Ectopic- A life threatening pregnancy

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 08:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Ectopic Pregnancy, a leading cause of pregnancy related death, is a rare condition of embryo development outside the normal uterine cavity.

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Cardinal George Pell vows to return to Australia to defend himself

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 08:09 IST

Canberra [Australia], June 30 (ANI): Cardinal George Pell has vowed to return to Australia to defend himself against multiple charges of sex offences.

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Beijing's political nod to PLA's new aggression on India-Bhutan border

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:41 IST

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], June 30 (ANI): The recent jostling near the China-India-Bhutan border marks an uptick in tensions.

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The Rock rules the jungle in first 'Jumanji' trailer

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): 'The Game has Changed' in the first trailer of the 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle'.

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Rowling responds to Trump's 'Morning Joe' tweets with Lincoln's quote

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): JK Rowling has once again politely thrashed President Donald Trump on social media.

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German Chancellor ready for tough talks with Trump, Erdogan

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:27 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 30 (ANI): In the wake of next week's G-20 summit in Hamburg, German Chancellor Angela Merkel says she will focus on pressing on with the Paris climate accord despite United States President Donald Trump's move to pull the U.S. out of the deal.

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1984 anti-Sikh riots: Hearing to continue on convict Captain Bhagmal's bail plea

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The hearing will continue on the bail plea filed by 1984 anti-Sikh riots convict retired naval officer Captain Bhagmal, who was held guilty in a case relating to the murder of a family of five members in Raj Nagar area of Delhi Cantonment on November 1, 1984 after the assassination of then prime minister Indira Gandhi.

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Pakistan violates ceasefire in Poonch, India retaliates

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:26 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 30 (ANI): Pakistan on Friday again resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violation along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Balakote sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.

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Trump threatened with subpoena to determine existence of Comey 'tapes'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 07:26 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): Bipartisan leaders on the House intelligence committee have threatened a subpoena on the White House if it does not clarify whether any recordings, memoranda or other documents exist of President Donald Trump's meetings with fired FBI director James Comey.

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Allergy to food might be linked to anxiety in children: Study

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 30 (ANI): Are you one of those who have anxiety problems? Your allergy to food items might be one of the reasons for it.

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'Sense8' to have a two-hour finale on Netflix

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): 'Sense8' fans, we have some good news for you.

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'GOT' showrunners promise major reunions in season 7

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 30 (ANI): Season seven of HBO's hit-TV series 'Game of Thrones' is just three weeks away and showrunners David Benioff and Dan Weiss have revealed that the fans will see some major reunion in the show.

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British PM Theresa May wins confidence vote in Parliament

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:47 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): Theresa May has been finally confirmed as the British Prime Minister, almost three weeks after the election, as she won a Commons vote on the Queen's Speech, owing to her stand on the abortion regulations which earlier threatened to bring down her Government.

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SRK shares first look of Sidharth-Sonakshi's 'It Happened One Night'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Movie lovers know that Sidharth Malhotra and Sonakshi Sinha have been shooting for their upcoming movie 'Ittefaq,' but the movie has now got a new title.

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'Golden era of American energy' is underway: Trump

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:35 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): On a day largely overshadowed by a series of tweets aimed at MSNBC "Morning Joe" co-hosts, United States President Donald Trump delivered a Thursday afternoon speech promoting the White House's "Energy Week".

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Delhi HC to hear pharma firms plea on fixed dose drugs ban

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will today hear the plea filed by several pharmaceutical companies that sought a stay of a central government notification that banned certain fixed dose combination (FDC) drugs.

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This is where Lionel Messi, Antonella Roccuzzo are getting married

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:33 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): Wedding bells are ringing for Lionel Messi, as the football star is all set to tie the knot with his long-term girlfriend Antonella Roccuzzo.

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Final season of 'GOT' may get delayed until 2019

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:32 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): Game of Thrones fans, we have some bad news for you.

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Jaitley holds meeting with trade representatives, asks them to pass benefit of GST to consumers

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley asked the representatives of Trade and Industry to ensure that all benefits arising due to implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) from are passed on to the consumers in a transparent manner.

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Ahead of GST rollout, TMC says 'country not ready as yet'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 05:42 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 30 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Government's grand celebration to mark the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) at a special midnight session of the Parliament, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday said that the country is not ready for it now and therefore, it needs to be pushed back.

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18-year-old stabbed to death at London warehouse party

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 05:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): A murder investigation has been launched after an 18-year-old man was allegedly stabbed at a warehouse party in London attended by dozens of people.

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Adele shares why she may never tour again

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 05:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): Adele fans, we have some bad news for you.

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Aamir Khan to play astronaut Rakesh Sharma in Siddharth Roy Kapur's next venture

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 05:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): After appearing in last year's blockbuster 'Dangal,' a biopic of on former wrestler and coach Mahavir Singh Phogat, actor Aamir Khan is all set to be a part of another biopic.

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U.K. Government to provide Northern Irish women with abortion funding

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 05:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): Women travelling from Northern Ireland to England to have an abortion will have their procedures paid for.

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Wolverine will return, but without him, says Hugh Jackman

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 04:25 IST

London [U.K.], June 30 (ANI): Wolverine fans, we may have some bad news for you.

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BJP for 'sovereign impact' on people as PM Modi condemns cow vigilantism

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 04:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warning to cow vigilantes will have a "sovereign impact" on people all across the country.

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Man tries to drive car into crowd in front of French mosque, gets arrested

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 04:15 IST

Washington [U.S.A], June 30 (ANI): A man was arrested after trying to drive a car into a crowd in front of a mosque in the Paris suburb of Creteil.

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Cong. targets PM Modi over cow vigilantism, calls him 'biggest hypocrite in India'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 03:57 IST

Bengaluru/Mumbai [India], June 30 (ANI): Calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi "the biggest hypocrite in the country", the Congress on Friday dismissed his condemnation of cow protection-related violence and said such "rhetoric words" meant nothing as actions outdo them.

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Swamy to attend midnight GST rollout, says PM Modi met his 'grievances'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 03:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Friday said he would be attending the midnight celebration of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) roll out in the Central Hall of Parliament as Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met his "grievances".

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First Lady Melania Trump stands by President's tweets

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 03:23 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): First Lady Melania Trump continues to stand by United States President Donald Trump even as his Thursday morning tweets criticising MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough created a stir across the social media.

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Joseph Gordon Levitt joins Channing Tatum in 'Comrade Detective'

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 02:47 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): Channing Tatum and Joseph Gordon Levitt have finally found a project to work together.

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Trump, Putin to meet at G20 summit in Germany

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 02:47 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump, within a few days, will arrive in Hamburg in Germany one week from Thursday to meet Russian leader Vladimir Putin for the first time since taking office.

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Andy Serkis' 'Breathe' to open London Film Festival

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 02:47 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): Following the footsteps of Amma Asante last year and Sarah Gavron in 2015, Andy Serkis is all set to open the London Film Festival with his directorial debut movie 'Breathe'.

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Ranbir Kapoor is my best friend: Katrina Kaif

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 02:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): The makers of 'Jagga Jasoos' dropped a new trailer for the movie and later in the evening the team of the movie including director Anurag Basu, Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif got together for the trailer launch.

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IndiGo expresses interest in buying Air India

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 02:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Private airline IndiGo has expressed unsolicited interest in buying a stake in national carrier Air India.

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Revised travel ban set to go into effect in United States

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 01:59 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): The revised version of United States President Donald Trump's travel ban, after months of winding through the courts, will finally go into effect at 8 p.m. on Thursday.

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Trump increases pressure on Chinese financial players in bid to rein in North Korea

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 01:07 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 30 (ANI): Amid growing tension with North Korea, the United States is increasing pressure on Chinese financial players.

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Jharkhand: Man beaten to death on suspicion of carrying beef

Updated: Jun 30, 2017 01:07 IST

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) [India], June 30 (ANI): A man accused of carrying beef was allegedly beaten to death by a mob in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district on Thursday.

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Section 144 continues in many parts of Srinagar

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 23:39 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), June 29 (ANI): The Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code, which prohibits assembly of four to five men at a place, will continue to remain in force on June 30 in Nowhatta, M R. Gunj, Rainawari, Khanyar and Safakadal districts of Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar city.

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Jharkhand: Man beaten to death for allegedly carrying beef

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 23:39 IST

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) [India], June 29 (ANI): A man was killed here on Thursday over the suspicion of carrying beef in a vehicle.

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GJM to continue indefinite strike in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 23:39 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha, which has launched protest demanding a separate Gorkhaland, on Thursday, announced continuation of its indefinite strike after conclusion of the all party meeting in Darjeeling.

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INLD extends support to Ramnath Kovind

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 23:39 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], June 29 (ANI): Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) on Thursday extended support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind.

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Union Home Secretary meets J-K Guv to discuss security situation

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 23:39 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 29 (ANI): Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi called on Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra at the Raj Bhavan on Thursday to discuss about the security situation in the Valley.

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Rahul terms PM's remark on cow vigilantism 'too little, too late'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 22:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's condemnation of violent cow vigilantism is "too little, too late".

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Bhutan 'hopes' China will follow bilateral agreement on borders

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 22:32 IST

Thimphu [Bhutan], June 29 (ANI): Bhutan on Thursday hoped that China will respect the bilateral agreements between the two countries on the borders.

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Yami Gautam wishes to take professional training in scuba-diving

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 22:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Actress Yami Gautam has found a new love!

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Speaker Ryan says Trump's comments on 'Morning Joe' co-hosts 'not appropriate'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): U.S. House of Representatives speaker Paul Ryan on Thursday criticised President Donald Trump's attack on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski.

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Imtiaz Ali comes out with short film 'Bruno and Juliet'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Ace filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has come out with a short film titled 'Bruno and Juliet' that, according to him, narrates the "conventional love story of characters that are unconventional".

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CPI targets PM Modi over cow, says 'action' not words needed

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India] June 29, ANI) : Communist Party of India (CPI) has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not taking action against Gau Rakshaks (cow vigilants) and said merely using words is not enough.

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We are entirely focused on our game: Kohli on India's coach saga

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:40 IST

Antigua [West India], June 29 (ANI): While the Indian cricket team's search for the new head coach continues following the Anil Kumble's resignation, skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday insisted that his team are currently entirely focussing on their ongoing limited-overs series against West Indies and not on anything else.

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Vidya Balan owes her success in Bollywood to her survival instinct

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Since she entered the film industry, Vidya Balan has broken the stereotypical notion of how a conventional Bollywood heroine should look like.

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GST is Indian economy's tryst with destiny: Naidu

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday criticised many Opposition parties' decision to skip the rollout of Goods and Service Tax (GST) on June 30 midnight at Parliament House and termed the new tax regime as Indian economy's tryst with destiny.

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13 Amarnath yatris injured in road accident

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:23 IST

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 29,(ANI) : Fourteen Amarnath pilgrims were injured on Thursday when a bus carrying them collided with a truck.

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Army medicos bring cheers into the life of little Bodo girl

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:08 IST

Guwahati (West Bengal) [India] June 29, (ANI): The Army hospital in Assam's Hattigor has given a new life to a five-year-old Bodo girl suffering from Encephalitis.

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RJD too will skip 'midnight' GST rollout

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 21:08 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Rashtiya Janata Dal (RJD) on Thursday announced to boycott special programme on Goods and Service Tax (GST) in Parliament's Central Hall on midnight of June 30.

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CPI (M) to raise Air India disinvestment issue in Parliament

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Thursday said the party would raise the issue of Air India's privatisation in the upcoming session the Parliament.

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Trump terms 'Morning Joe' hosts as 'low I.Q.','psycho'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump in his early Thursday tweets mocked MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' co-hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski and called them 'low I.Q.' and 'psycho'.

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15 SIMI terrorists sentenced to three-year imprisonment

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:35 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): Around 15 terrorists affiliated to Students' Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) were sentenced to three years of jail and a fine of Rs. 1000 was imposed on each for raising anti-India slogans within the court premises in Bhopal.

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Kidambi Srikanth breaks into top 10 of BWF rankings

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth has been rewarded for his recent stellar performances as he broke into the Top 10 of the latest Badminton World Federation (BWF) rankings released on Thursday.

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PM asks start-ups to help transform Divyang's lives

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:16 IST

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], June 29 (ANI): Reiterating the government's commitment to Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for more attention on Divyang people and asked the start-ups to look at ways through which innovation and technology can transform lives of the disabled.

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ED issues show cause notice to Syed Ali Shah Geelani

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 29 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday issued show cause notice Hurriyat Leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani for possession of Foreign exchange to the tune of US$10,000 illegally.

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Jaitley asks Opposition to reconsider its decision to skip GST launch

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday said that the proposed rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1 has a backing of broad consensus of 31 state governments and Union Territories. He also asked the Opposition to reconsider its decision on skipping GST launch on the midnight of June 30.

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Just like the film, 'Hawa Hawa' is also celebratory: Arjun Kapoor

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The recently released track 'Hawa Hawa' from 'Mubarakan', a recreated version of the most celebrated song, is a foot tapping number featured on Arjun Kapoor and Ileana D'Cruz.

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Imarticus Learning expands its presence in online edtech space

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Having established itself as a leading professional education company in India, Imarticus Learning has recently expanded its presence in the online edtech domain.

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Europe to take more responsibility at Global level in today's turbulent times

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:35 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 29 (ANI): European Union President Donald Tusk has said that Europe is taking more responsibility at the international level in these turbulent times, while talking about the biggest global challenges.

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U-Dictionary gets multitasking for other apps, adds floating bubble translation

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): NetEase, the world's number two app developer, recently announced that its U-Dictionary app is introducing multitasking with other apps. Last month, U-Dictionary enabled users to get instant translation for any of the 12 Major Indian languages in a popup window by just copying a sentence or word inside any other app.

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Sri Lanka likely to visit Pakistan later this year

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:17 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI): In the wake of Pakistan's successful Champions Trophy campaign, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said that it is expecting Sri Lanka to tour the country for one-day internationals and Twenty20 matches at the end of this year.

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FITPASS raises $1 m from Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): FITPASS, the all-access pass to gyms and fitness studios, has raised one million dollar, led by professional shooter and India's only individual Olympic gold medalist, Abhinav Bindra and his business partner, Gaurav Marya, Chairman, Franchise India.

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CBI announces Rs 10 lakh reward for info about Najeeb

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:15 IST

New Delhi [India] June 29 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday declared reward of Rs. 10 lakh for information about the whereabouts of missing Jawaharlal Nehru University student Najeeb Ahmed.

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Whole state of Manipur will be electrified within 2018

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Power Minister Thongam Biswajit has stated that the whole state, including remote areas, will be electrified within 2018.

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U.K. withholds approval for Murdoch's deal to buy Britain's Sky group

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:50 IST

London [UK], June 29 (ANI): The British Government on Thursday ruled against American media mogul Rupert Murdoch buying Britain's largest pay-TV group Sky without further investigation.

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Get set for adventure-filled ride in Jagga Jasoos' new trailer

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The fresh trailer of Ranbir Kapoor-Katrina Kaif's upcoming film 'Jagga Jasoos' is a treat to the eyes and ears!

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Corporate involvement in skilling programs show higher outcomes

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): As the world comes closer to celebrate the second World Youth Skills Day on July 15 2017, it is important to highlight results from some of the early efforts since formation of the new Ministry with special focus on skill development and entrepreneurship.

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Russia,NATO member Turkey agree on S-400 missile system delivery

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:44 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 29 (ANI): Russia's contract with NATO member Turkey on the delivery of the S-400 Triumf long-range anti-aircraft missile systems has been agreed while the issue of loan provision has yet to be settled, Russian Presidential Adviser for Military and Technical Cooperation Vladimir Kozhin said on Thursday.

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Kapil Mishra again marshalled out of Delhi Assembly

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra on Thursday was marshalled out for allegedly creating a ruckus in the Delhi Assembly.

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Police thwart plan of Kashmiri boy to become militant

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:42 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 29 (ANI): Police on Thursday thwarted a young Kashmiri boy's plan to become a militant.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and co advises in relation to the Rs. 1741 cr IPO of Eris Lifesciences

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas acted as the legal counsel as to Indian law to Eris Lifesciences Limited (Issuer Company) and to Botticelli (an Investor Selling Shareholder, which is an affiliate of ChrysCapital) in the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Eris Lifesciences Limited. Eris Lifesciences is the youngest Indian pharmaceutical company to list its Equity Shares on the Stock Exchanges.

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Wimbledon 2017: Hip injury forces Murray out of final warm-up match

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:16 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 29 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray's troubled preparation for Wimbledon continued as he has been ruled out of an exhibition match due to a hip problem.

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PM's condemnation of violent cow vigilantism 'publicity stunt': Azad

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Thursday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seeking publicity by criticising the violence in the name of cow vigilantism.

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Trump meets Moon, To discuss Kim Jong-un,THAAD

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:09 IST

New York [U.S.], June 29 (ANI): Having common agenda of pressurizing North Korea to abandon its nuclear and missile programs, U.S. President Donald Trump will hold talks with South Korean President Moon Jae-in on Thursday.

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Congress boycotts 'midnight GST rollout', calls it 'tamasha'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Congress Party on Thursday announced to boycott the mid-night celebration in the Central Hall of Parliament on the occasion of Goods and Service Tax (GST) roll out and branded this as 'publicity' or 'tamasha' (drama) of the Narendra Modi government .

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GST to boost steel sector: Minister for Steel Chaudhary Birender Singh

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Alluding to the impact of the GST on the steel sector, Minister for Steel, Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday anticipated that with GST in place, the cost of raw materials will come down, making the sector competitive and boost exports.

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Pamper yourself at home with these DIY facials

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): While every woman loves to pamper herself with a facial, going to the spa every weekend or even twice in a month can be an expensive affair.

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Imran Khan criticises U.S. foreign policy, Modi-Trump joint statement

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Thursday criticised Washington's foreign policy and said that President Donald Trump 'has no business giving India an interventionist role in Afghanistan.'

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Keep Jayant Sinha out of Air India disinvestment process: Swamy

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said Minister of State for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha should not be allowed to take part in the decision making process of Air India airlines disinvestment process as he was previously employed in a Multi National Corporation and might favour them on the same.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and co. advises in relation to Rs. 2500 cr Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) of Federal Bank

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas advised the book running lead managers as to Indian law, in relation to the Rs. 2500 crore QIP of the Federal Bank Limited ('Federal Bank').

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Does religion protect against suicide?

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 29 (ANI): According to a recent study, religious participation is linked to lower suicide rates in many parts of the world, including the United States and Russia, but does not protect against the risk of suicide in sections of Europe and Asia.

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Disinvestment of Air India at this time will be a suicide: Aviation expert

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Aviation expert Subhash Goel on Thursday said disinvestment of Air India at this time would be a suicide.

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McDonald's shuts down 43 out of 55 outlets across Delhi-NCR

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): In an unprecedented move, McDonald's on Thursday shutdown its 43 outlets out of 55 in New Delhi because of its ongoing tiff with the CPRL (Connaught Plaza Restaurants).

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Steve Smith is now engaged to girlfriend Dani Willis

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:21 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 29 (ANI): Wedding bells are all set to ring for Australian skipper Steve Smith as he got engaged to his girlfriend Dani Willis in New York.

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Superstitious doctor slaps patient to treat 'ghost' !

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:21 IST

Barmer (Rajasthan) [India], June 29 (ANI): In a shocking case of superstition, a woman was slapped by her doctor in Rajasthan's Barmer after she told him that a ghost had allegedly cut her braid.

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Couples who fight while sleep-deprived risk health

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 29 (ANI): Turns out, lack of sleep not only spoils your romance, but also puts you at a health risk.

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Trump not responding to Russia's threats: U.S. Intelligence

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:02 IST

New York [U.S.A], June 29 (ANI): U.S. Intelligence officials are finding it tough to convince President Donald Trump that Russia still poses a threat to America and said that the President is not paying attention to the ongoing election-related cyber threat from Moscow, adding, "such potential threats are not only from Russia but also from China, North Korea and Iran."

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As long as `Gau Rakshaks` get BJP's support, violence will continue: AIMIM

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The AIMIM on Thursday dubbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement on cow vigilantes as a 'mere lip service', adding atrocities in the name of 'Gau Bhakti' will continue as long as `Gau Rakshaks` get support from the BJP and RSS.

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BookMyShow, ClearTax associate to help partners get GST ready

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): BookMyShow, which is India's largest online entertainment ticketing player, today announced that it has partnered with ClearTax to enable and empower its valued partners to make a seamless transition into the new GST regime.

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Mumbai Railway station renamed

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:57 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 29 (ANI): The name of Mumbai railway station on Thursday has been changed to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

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FIA to `further examine` Vettel-Hamilton Baku collision

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:48 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 29 (ANI): FIA, Formula 1's governing body, has asserted that it will have another look at championship leader Sebastian Vettel's deliberate collision with three time world champion Lewis Hamilton at the 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix after the Ferrari driver escaped with only a time penalty.

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Kovind meets Parkash Singh Badal, Haryana CM Khattar

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:47 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Nationalist Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind on Thursday continued his campaigning and met Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Prakash Singh Badal and Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.

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Adolescent obesity can take years off your life

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 29 (ANI): A recent research has linked adolescent obesity to early mortality from cardiovascular diseases.

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Elderly French woman raped in Varanasi

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:30 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 29,(ANI) : An elderly French woman has been raped by her residence guard, said police on Thursday.

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Rajiv Kumar takes over as new chief secretary of UP

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Rajiv Kumar on Thursday took over as the new chief secretary of Uttar Pradesh .

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Mild obesity can add years to one's life post heart attack

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 29 (ANI): Mildly obese people often fare better after a major heart attack than normal weight patients, according to a recent research.

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Jadeja thanks PM Modi for inspiring Indians to stay fit

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inspiring all the Indians across the world to stay fit.

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Iraq announces 'end of Islamic State' in Mosul

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:22 IST

Abu Dhabi [Iraq], June 29 (ANI): Iraq on Thursday announced the end of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), also known as Daesh, in the city of Mosul that has been under seizure of the extremist groups for three years.

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Improved cybersecurity must as cashless economy rises post-demonetisation: Kaspersky Lab

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): As government and financial firms in India promote cashless transactions seven months after the revolutionary demonetization of the two major bills in the country, global cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab urged for a major beefing up of online defences of consumers and banks against hackers.

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Political crisis in Afghanistan amid security challenges

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:20 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan],June 29 (ANI):Ashraf Ghani Government is struggling to retain its authority amid rising challenges from the Taliban, terrorist attacks and ISIS-Khorasan ,an offshoot of Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, while waiting for President Donald Trump to unveil the U.S. policy for Afghanistan.

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Byculla jail riot: Maharashtra CM says truth will come out soon

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 16:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said the truth in the Byculla jail violence, involving Sheena Bora murder accused Indrani Mukerjea, would come out soon.

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Pak summons Indian diplomat over alleged ceasefire violation

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday summoned the Indian High Commission's First Secretary in political wing S Raguram to lodge a protest over an alleged recent cross-border violation by Indian forces.

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A cleaner, faster and more powerful Yahoo Mail

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Yahoo Mail today announced big improvements on desktop including a refreshed design, and a fast, reliable, and intuitive opt in experience. Whether you use Yahoo Mail to communicate with friends and family around the world, as a place to keep your photos and memories from years past, or as a way to organize coupons and receipts from recent purchases - your inbox captures your life online.

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Former Israel PM Olmert to be freed on July 2

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:36 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], June 29 (ANI):The former Israel Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has been granted early release from prison.

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Ministry of Tourism releases 'Compendium on Guidelines for Ayush Facilities'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): The Ministry of Tourism has released the 'Compendium on Guidelines for Ayush Facilities' here today. The National Medical and Wellness Tourism Board under the chairmanship of Minister for Tourism Dr. Mahesh Sharma has been repeatedly stressing on the need for benchmarking of facilities offered by the various service providers in the field of Medical and Wellness Tourism on the basis of globally accepted standards.

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95-member Indian squad for Asian Athletics C'ships 2017

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar [India], June 29 (ANI): India have entered a strong 95-member squad, including 47 women, for the 22nd Asian Athletics Championship to be held at the refurbished Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from July 5 to July 9.

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Sukma Naxal attack's mastermind sustains bullet injury during 'Operation Prahar'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Hidma, the alleged mastermind of the Sukma Naxal attack, had reportedly sustained bullet injuries during the 'Operation Prahar' recently launched by the Chhattisgarh Police and the CRPF in Sukma district to flush out the Naxals hiding in forests of Tondamarka.

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Azam Khan would be beheaded for making same 'Army' comment in any Muslim country: Swamy

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:04 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): Claiming that Azam Khan is enjoying the freedom of democracy in India, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said had the Samajwadi Party leader made such a statement in any Muslim country, he would have been beheaded.

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Roadside mine blast kills two policemen in Afghanistan's Farah province

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 15:02 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 29 (ANI): At least two policemen were killed and two others injured in a roadside mine blast in Afghanistan's western Farah province.

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Maharashtra: 30-year-old arrested with weapons at Dadar Railway Station

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:48 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Maharashtra Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Mumbai's Dadar apprehended a 30-year-old man, namely Pradeep Pawar of acting suspicious and seized his illegal possessions at Dadar Railway Station on Wednesday night.

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Centre approves Rs. 795.54 cr fund for drought-hit Karnataka

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday chaired a meeting of the High Level Committee (HLC) in connection with providing central assistance to Karnataka in the wake of drought (Rabi).

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Ronaldo leaves Confederations Cup to be with his surrogate twins

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:44 IST

London [U.K], June 29 (ANI): Portugal star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has left the Confederations Cup early after becoming the father of twins.

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Ballabhgarh lynching: Four accused arrested sent to two-day police remand

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:42 IST

Ballabhgarh (Haryana) [India], June 29 (ANI): The four arrested in the Ballabhgarh lynching case were sent to two-day police remand on Thursday.

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Online test prep startup, Oliveboard crosses one million users in India

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Michael and Susan Dell Foundation funded Oliveboard achieved a major milestone crossing one million registered users on its platform. Very few edtech companies manage a reach of over one million users and Oliveboard has managed this within just few years of its launch.

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Daily Aspirin dose cuts pre-eclampsia risk in pregnant women by 82%

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): Would-be-mothers, who are at risk of pre-eclampsia, can reduce the chances of premature delivery by taking a low-dose aspirin in first trimester of pregnancy.

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One more farmer commits suicide in Madhya Pradesh

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:39 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 29, (ANI): One more farmer has committed suicide on Thursday in Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh.

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Mohinder Amarnath opts out of steering committee working on players' association

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Former India all-rounder Mohinder Amarnath has refused to join the steering committee tasked with the responsibility of forming the players' association.

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Pakistan's sovereignty at risk if Sharif gets clean chit: Imran Khan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:21 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan has said that the country's sovereignty will be at risk if Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif gets a clean chit from the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing into his family's offshore assets.

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Congress to skip GST rollout programme

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Congress Party will not be attending the mid-night session of Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll out tomorrow.

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Three Killed in Cylinder blast in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:16 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI) : As many as three passengers were killed and eight others injured when a gas cylinder exploded inside a van on Faisalabad road near Shahkot on Thursday.

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AIADMK MLA sting video: Madras HC dismisses Stalin's petition seeking CBI probe

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:14 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Madras High Court on Thursday dismissed Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader M.K. Stalin's petition demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Directorate Of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) probe in the 'Cash for vote' MLA sting.

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Here's how to monsoon-proof your car

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:13 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 29 (ANI): Now, with the monsoons already here, it's time to dust off your umbrellas and raincoats. The rains may break the heat spell, but they end up wreaking havoc on your vehicles and the roads. So, is your favourite speed machine ready to hit the water-logged roads?

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Killing people in name of 'Gau Bhakti' not acceptable: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 14:04 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat)[India],June 29 (ANI): Reacting sharply to the growing atrocities in the guise of cow protection, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said killing people in the name of 'Gau Bhakti' is not acceptable.

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Venkatesh Prasad joins list of applicants for India head coach

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Former Indian medium pacer and current junior national chief selector Venkatesh Prasad has applied for the post of Indian cricket team's head coach.

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No lip job, no plastic, says Pammi Aunty

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The witty Punjabi aunty, in her unsolicited unforgiving self, has sworn not to spare people who spread rumors.

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Air India disinvestment a move to please entrepreneurs: Congress

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Congress Party on Thursday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government, by approving the Air India disinvestment, is trying to please the entrepreneurs.

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First poster: Adnan Sami makes acting debuts with 'Afghan: In Search of Home'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Ace singer Adnan Sami, who has gone a long way to from his fat to the fab days, is now all set to try his hands on acting, with a film called 'Afghan: In Search of Home.'

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Chowman awarded for "Best Foreign Cuisine Restaurant of the Year-Chinese" and Oudh 1590 for "Best Theme Based Restaurant of the Year"

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Chowman Chain of Restaurants, and Oudh 1590, Kolkata has been awarded for the "Best Foreign cuisine restaurant of the year - Chinese" and "Best Themed Restaurant of the year" respectively at the Indian Restaurant Awards 2017 - East Edition.

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Police officers seen playing games on phones during important seminar

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:13 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 29 (ANI): Two police officers were spotted playing candy crush and browsing on their phones during an important seminar on drug smuggling in Patna.

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Moglix launches affordable SAAS based technology tool 'Green GST'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Ratan Tata - backed B2B e-commerce market place Moglix announced the launch of 'Green GST' - a SAAS-based GST application solution for manufacturing units across India. Aimed at improving transparency and digitization in the manufacturing space, the tool will provide organisations with end-to-end Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance support.

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Himachal Pradesh celebrates Kinnaur festival

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:12 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India] June 29, (ANI): The four-day-long traditional tribal festival in Shimla's Kinnaur district has begun on Wednesday.

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Xi arrives in Hong Kong under ­unprecedented security cover

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:02 IST

Hong Kong [China], June 29 (ANI): Amid huge protests and security threats, Chinese President Xi Jinping landed at Hong Kong International Airport on Thursday under an ­unprecedented security blanket to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the former British colony's return to China.

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Manupatra launches new venture LawSkills to make legal knowhow accessible

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Manupatra EduTech has launched its newest venture LawSkills, an online platform with multilingual courses intended to bridge the gap that exists between legal education and profession to create opportunities for young lawyers, legal practitioners and common people alike.

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Spice yourself healthy

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:53 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 29 (ANI): And you thought healthy eating has to be boring and bland! Better health may be only a dash and sprinkle away as it turns out, you can add sizzle to your diet and still stay fit.

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Big-B, Aamir, Salman, PeeCee, Deepika, Aishwarya, Irrfan among Oscar body's invitees

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): In a move to diversify its membership, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, this year, has issued 774 invitations to new members.

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McEnroe regrets Serena 'No 700 on men's tour' remark, says 'maybe it was wrong'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:25 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 29 (ANI): Tennis legend John McEnroe has admitted that it would have been better had he not made the 'No 700 on men's tour' remark for 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams.

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Netanyahu to accompany PM Modi at all events during Israel visit

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:25 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], June 29 (ANI): In a special gesture, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will accompany his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi at all events during the later's historic visit to the country from July 4-6.

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To take Narmada water to needed places an achievement: PM Modi tells party workers

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:25 IST

Ahmadabad (Gujarat) [India], June 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Modi on Thursday began his two-day visit to his home state Gujarat to participate in the centenary celebrations of Sabarmati Ashram.

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Higher IQ in childhood is linked to longer, disease free life

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): If your child has a higher IQ, then take a sigh of relief, as he/she might have a longer life span.

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Artists, architects think different from each other

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): A study has revealed that architects, painters and sculptors think of spaces in different ways from not only the others, but also each other.

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Female police officers shot dead by Taliban militants in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:07 IST

Faizabad [Afghanistan], June 29 (ANI): Two female police officers have reportedly been shot dead by Taliban militants in the northern Afghanistan's Badakhshan province.

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French rocket Ariane-5 launches India's communication satellite GSAT-17

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): India's communication satellite GSAT-17 was launched by French rocket Ariane-5 in the wee hours of Thursday from Kourou, French Guiana by Ariane-5 VA-238.

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Selfie with Mia Khalifa sans permission leaves a fan bruised?

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:59 IST

London [UK], June 29 (ANI): This year "most searched for" porn star Mia Khalifa has landed in a controversy, that too for a selfie.

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My statement on Indian Army was misconstrued: Azam Khan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:59 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan, who is facing criticism for his statement against the Indian Army, on Thursday said his comments were misconstrued by the media.

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Vice-Presidential elections to be held on August 5

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Election Commission of India announced that the polls for the office of Vice-President will be held on August 5 and the results will b announced on the same day.

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Police arrests gambling gang from Vadodara

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:46 IST

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India] June 29, (ANI): The Gujarat Police arrested a gambling gang from Sayajiganj area of Vadodara on Wednesday.

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Shh, living near busy road may up risk of male infertility

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): Beware if you are renting an apartment next to a busy road as a study finds that long-term exposure to traffic noise, particularly at night, increases the risk of infertility in men.

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Salmon, walnuts can help fighting bowel cancer: Study

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): Consuming salmon, walnuts and chia seeds can boost the chances of surviving bowel cancer by preventing the spread of deadly tumours across the body.

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Fodder scam: Lalu Yadav appears before CBI court in Ranchi

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:29 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], June 29 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Thursday appeared before a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court in connection with the fodder scam case.

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China's foray into tiny Bhutan threatening Himalayan peace

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:23 IST

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], June 29 (ANI): Unilateral actions to alter status quo in Doklam Plateau in tiny, helpless Bhutan has escalated tensions between China and its neighbours.

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India's consistent position on J-K is well known: MEA

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs has said that India's consistent position that the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India is well known.

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European human rights activists criticise China's bullying of Bhutan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 11:14 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 29 (ANI): China's threat to the sovereignty of Bhutan and its unilateral action to alter the status quo on bilateral boundary issues related to the Doklam Plateau has been strongly criticized by human rights activists in Europe and in other parts of the world.

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Small scale industries at loss due to GST: Swadeshi Jagran Manch

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 29, (ANI) : The Swadeshi Jagran Manch has shown solidarity with some groups opposing Goods and Service Tax(GST) in its present form and demanding the Government to address their concerns for a balanced GST.

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Security officials defuse two IEDs in J-K's Dangerpora area

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:48 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India]: The security forces on Thursday defused two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) detected in Dangerpora area of Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwana bypass.

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Another shameful act! 12-yr-old speech impaired girl raped in MP

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:36 IST

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): In a loathsome incident, a 12-year-old speech impaired girl has been allegedly raped by her relative in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar.

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BJP hails increase in allowances by Centre under Seventh Pay Commission

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Hailing the announcement of increase in allowances by allowing recommendations of the Seventh Central Pay Commission (CPC) the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said that the new initiative will benefit lakhs of people.

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Manish Pandey, Karun Nair to lead India 'A' teams in South Africa

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Manish Pandey and Karun Nair have been named as skippers for the respective One-day and Test India 'A' teams for their upcoming tour of South Africa.

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Pak expresses concern over growing Indo-U.S. relations

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 10:15 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI): Pakistan has expressed its concerns over the recent US-India Joint Statement during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States and said that it could aggravate an already tense situation between Islamabad and New Delhi.

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Azam Khan should be charged with blasphemy, imprisoned: Amar Singh

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:54 IST

Singapore (Malaysia) [India], June 29 (ANI): Expressing absolute resentment over Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan's remark on the Indian Army, expelled party leader Amar Singh on Thursday said the former should be charged with blasphemy and imprisoned.

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ICC Women's WC: Confident India look to extend winning run against Windies

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:37 IST

Taunton [UK], June 29 (ANI): India will take on West Indies in their second match of the ICC Women's World Cup in Taunton today.

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Overweight teens are 80% more likely to suffer a stroke in adulthood

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 29 (ANI): Parents please take note! If your son becomes overweight during his teenage years then he is 80 percent more likely to have a stroke in adulthood, warns a study.

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Israel awaits PM Modi's historic visit

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Israel will welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit to the country from July 4-6 on the backdrop of marking 25 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

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Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu awards Rs. 50 lakh, plot to Kidambi Srikanth

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:31 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday awarded ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth Rs. 50 lakh and a 1000 square yard plot in Amaravati region.

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UP: Five dead, three injured after truck rams into car in Fatehpur

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:23 IST

Fatehpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 29 (ANI): As many as five people were killled and three got injured after a speeding truck hit a car in Fatehpur district of Uttar Pradesh.

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Ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Poonch Sector, two Indian Army soldiers injured

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 09:23 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked and indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in the wee hours of Thursday in the Poonch Sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Amarnath yatra First batch of pilgrims leaves from Baltal, Pahalgam

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 08:46 IST

Baltal (Jammu and Kashmir), June 29 (ANI): First batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims left from Sonamrg's Baltal camping ground and Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday for this years' pilgrimage.

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Shikhar Dhawan 'stronger person, sportsman' after comeback to Team India

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 08:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has been in an exceptional form ever since he made a comeback to Team India.

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PM Modi to meet 26/11 survivor 'Baby Moshe' during Israel visit

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 08:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Israel next week is expected to meet Moshe, survivor of 2008 Mumbai 26/11 terrorist attack.

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U.S. sets new Visa criteria for six Muslim-majority nations

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:52 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): The United States has set new Visa criteria that will require travellers from the six Muslim-majority countries affected by President Donald Trump's travel ban to have close family connections or business ties in order to enter the U.S.

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Mumbai: Husband stabs wife, hangs self

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:40 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): A 46-year-old man stabbed his wife to death and then committed suicide by hanging self to a fan at his residence in a housing society in Pant Nagar, Ghatkopar.

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Presidential polls: BJP tears into Sonia over her 'fight of ideology' remark

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): After Sonia Gandhi stated that the Presidential election was a fight of "ideology, principle and truth" for the grand old party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday remarked that the Congress national president had forgotten about her promises of supporting the Dalits after Ram Nath Kovind's name was announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) Presidential nominee.

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Ministers who go by 'jingoism' make such remarks: Defence experts on Azam Khan

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:20 IST

New Delhi/ Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 29 (ANI): After the Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan alleged that the Indian Army "misbehave" with the people in the Kashmir Valley, defence experts on Thursday slammed the former stating that ministers, who lack knowledge or who go by 'jingoism', make such remarks.

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Is Azam Khan SP leader or Salahuddin's representative?: BJP post his Army remark

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:20 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru [India], June 29 (ANI): Following a controversial remark by Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan accusing the Indian Army for misbehaving with the people in the Kashmir Valley, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday wondered and questioned whether the former was serving his own party or Salahuddin, who has been recently branded as a "global terrorist."

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Western Libya: UNSMIL personnel freed after hours of detention by gunmen

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 07:19 IST

Al-Zawiya [Libya], June 29 (ANI): A convoy of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), including four men and two women, was released after being detained by an armed group for hours on Wednesday evening, security sources from Al-Zawiya city reported.

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'Game of Thrones' star Gwendoline Christie joins Robert Zemeckis drama

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:47 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): 'Game of Thrones' fame Gwendoline Christie has joined the cast of Robert Zemeckis' Universal drama.

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Nepal's second phase polls witness 70.5% voter turnout

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:42 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 29 (ANI): Nepal's second phase polls, which commenced in three provinces covering much of the volatile southern plains, witnessed 70.5 percent voter turnout, the country's Election Commission has said.

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Australia's seniormost Catholic official charged with sexual assault offences

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:38 IST

Canberra [Australia], June 29 (ANI): The most senior member of the Catholic Church in Australia, Cardinal George Pell, has been charged with multiple historical sexual assault offences, Victoria Deputy Police Commissioner Shane Patton said on Thursday.

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FBI agent, accused of lying in LaVoy Finicum shooting in Oregon, indicted

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:37 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): An FBI agent was indicted on charges of making false statements and obstruction of justice for allegedly lying to authorities about firing two gunshots in connection with the fatal shooting of LaVoy Finicum in Oregon last year.

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Congress demands strict action over Azam Khan's statement on Indian Army

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:33 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): After Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan accused Indian Army for misbehaving with the people in the Kashmir Valley, the Congress on Thursday slammed the former asserting that strict action should be taken so that such derogatory remarks would never be made again.

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North Korea threatens South's former president with death over 'plot to kill Kim Jong-un'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:33 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], June 29 (ANI): North Korea has threatened to impose the death penalty on the South's former president Park Geun-hye over an alleged plot to assassinate its leader Kim Jong-un.

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Hugh Jackman is 'The Greatest Showman' in new trailer

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Hugh Jackman is all set to take his fans for a musical ride in his upcoming movie 'The Greatest Showman'.

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'Jumanji' trailer tease offers action, excitement

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): 'The Game has Changed' in the new trailer tease of the upcoming sequel of 'Jumanji' titled 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle'.

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Trump, S. Korean President to discuss trade, the North as they meet today

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:32 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump will address areas of disagreement on foreign policy and trade with newly elected South Korean President Moon Jae-in when the two leaders meet for the first time at the White House on Thursday.

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Darjeeling is, will remain 'inseparable part' of West Bengal: TMC

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:31 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 29 (ANI): Amidst the ongoing protests in the hills, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Thursday categorically stated that Darjeeling is and will remain an inseparable part of West Bengal and if the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) has any other demand that can be discussed, then they are welcomed to come forward.

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John Mayer responds to Katy Perry calling her 'Best Lover'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:31 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): John Mayer has finally responded to the comments made by Katy Perry about his sexual prowess.

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Josh Brolin teases Cable makeup in new Instagram still

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 06:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Josh Brolin is all set to transform into Cable for 'Deadpool 2'.

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Iran brands Trump travel ban ruling as 'racist,' 'unfair'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 04:45 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): As Washington prepares to begin implementation of Trump's travel ban on Thursday, Iran has branded a recent U.S. supreme court order to reinstate elements of the divisive policy racist and unfair.

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Trump strikes optimistic tone regarding health care reform

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 04:02 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): A day after Senate Republican leaders scuttled plans for a vote on health care reform this week in the face of stiff resistance from within the party's own ranks, United States President Donald Trump said he believed he and Republicans would "get it over the line."

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Halle Berry believes her Oscar win 'meant nothing`

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 03:30 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 29 (ANI): Halle Berry, who is the only black actress to ever win an Academy award for the Best Actress in a leading role, feels that her Oscar win means 'nothing' to her now.

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Jason Statham, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley welcome their first baby

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 03:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): A sudden wave of joy has engulfed Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's life as the model and her fiance Jason Statham have been blessed with a baby boy.

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Michelle Rodriguez threatens to leave 'Fast and Furious' franchise

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 03:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): It seems like Michelle Rodriguez is really furious with 'Fast and the Furious' makers for not bringing women anymore into the spotlight.

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SC to continue hearing plea filed by woman seeking direction to terminate her 23-week old pregnancy

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 03:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the plea filed by a Kolkata-based woman, Sharmishta Chakraborty, seeking its direction to terminate her 23-week old pregnancy.

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U.S. DHS to announce new aviation security measures

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 02:53 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary (DHS) John Kelly is all set to announce new aviation security measures regarding overseas airports that have direct flights to the U.S.

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`Hunt For The Wilderpeople`s Julian Dennison joins 'Deadpool 2'

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 02:20 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI): It seems like Ryan Reynolds is going to have a "skux life" in 'Deadpool 2'.

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'Big Bang Theory' star Johnny Galecki's home burns down in massive fire

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 02:10 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 29 (ANI):'Big Bang Theory' star Johnny Galecki's getaway ranch in San Luis Obispo, California has burned down in a massive fire on Monday night.

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Six detained in EU over suspected ties with ISIS

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 01:30 IST

Madrid [Spain], June 29 (ANI): Six people have been detained in Spain and two other European countries over suspected ties with the ISIS.

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German audience laughs after Trump Cabinet member's address is cut off

Updated: Jun 29, 2017 01:16 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 29 (ANI): The attendees of German Chancellor Angela Merkel's political party's business conference in Berlin laughed and cheered when U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross's video address was cut off on Tuesday after Ross went over his time limit.

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First batch of Amarnath pilgrims reach Baltal camp

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 23:31 IST

Baltal (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 28 (ANI): The first batch of Amarnath pilgrims reached Baltal base camp in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday.

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No proposal made to split Coal India: Power Minister Piyush Goyal

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 23:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said that he welcomes NITI Ayog's suggestion of splitting seven units of state-controlled Coal India Ltd into independent companies to make it more competitive, however, added that no such proposal has been made.

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GST rollout: UP Deputy CM tries to woo traders, assures boost in financial rate

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 23:12 IST

Lucknow [India], June. 28 (ANI): Ahead of the implementation of the Goods & Service Tax (GST) reform, the Uttar Pradesh Government is making all efforts to solve the problems faced by the trading circles for which it held a meeting with the traders on Wednesday.

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Army Chief to visit Sikkim tomorrow amid Chinese aggression

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 22:27 IST

New Delhi [India] June 28 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat will start his two-day northeast visit from Sikkim on Thursday.

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Delhi HC commutes death sentence of convict to life imprisonment

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday commuted the death sentence of 31- year-old Sonu Sardar to life imprisonment.

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Trinamool to boycott GST rollout in Parliament

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 22:17 IST

New Delhi [India] June 28 (ANI): The Trinamool Congress (TMC) party led by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday announced to boycott the special sitting of Parliament on the midnight of June 30 to rollout the Goods and Services Tax (GST) where President Pranab Mukherjee will also be present along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Trump accepts Macron invite to attend Bastille Day parade

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 21:48 IST

Paris [France], June 28 (ANI):U.S. President Donald Trump has accepted the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, to attend the country's traditional Bastille Day military parade to be held on July 14.

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Non-implementation of GST would lead to financial chaos in J&K: Finance Minister Drabu

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 21:48 IST

fiscal autonomy Srinagar [India], June. 28 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Minister of Finance Haseeb A Drabu today said the state government will factor in constitutional, legislative, administrative and institutional issues distinct to the state, while implementing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill in the State.

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MP: Another debt-ridden farmer ends life, death toll rises 36 in 18 days

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 21:47 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), June 28 (ANI): One more farmer in volatile region of Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday committed suicide, taking the number of deaths in the state in past 18 days to 36.

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North Korea orders 'execution' of South Korea ex-President

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:55 IST

London [ U.K.], June 28 (ANI) :North Korea has issued orders to execute former South Korean President Park Geun-hye and her spy chief for having made plans to assassinate North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

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Now, extend your Eid celebrations with Appu Ghar

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:54 IST

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Dhinchak Pooja's 'scooter' to get her arrested?

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Her scooter might be 'dilo ka shooter' but looks like, it now will 'shoot' out some real trouble for the so-called 'music-sensation' Dhinchak Pooja.

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Balochistan: Daughters of abducted Baloch doctor go on hunger strike

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:42 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June28 (ANI) : The daughters of an abducted Baloch doctor are on a hunger strike at the Karachi Press Club, demanding the safe release of their father.

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PM Modi's two-day Gujarat visit starts tomorrow

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India] June 28, 2017 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is reaching Gujarat on Thursday on a two-day visit to take part in various programmes in Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Modasa and Gandhinagar.

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Left no stone unturned in building consensus: Jaitley on GST rollout

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday said that all decisions in connection with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill were taken after building consensus with states and political parties.

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Farhan Akhtar's 'The Fakir of Venice' to open 8th Jagran Film Festival

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 28 (ANI): Farhan Akhtar starrer 'The Fakir of Venice' will be opening the 8th Jagran Film Festival, which is all set to start here from July 1.

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Dehradun continue on alert after incessant rainfall

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:24 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India] June 28, (ANI): The meteorological department on Wednesday continued its alert for 'heavy rains' in the hilly districts of Uttarakhand.

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MP: Lightning kills five in Dindori

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 20:24 IST

Dindori (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 28,(ANI): Five people were killed and one sustained injured after being struck by lightning in Dindori on Wednesday.

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Seventh Pay Commission: Centre announces handsome increase in allowances

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:57 IST

New Delhi [India] June 28, 2017 (ANI): The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced handsome increase in allowances by allowing recommendations of the Seventh Central Pay Commission (CPC) on allowances with 34 modifications.

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New York Times a 'fake news joke': Trump

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:48 IST

New York [U.S.] , June 28 (ANI)): U.S. President Donald Trump has attacked The New York Times again for carrying another "false story" and labeled the paper as a "fake news joke" .

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'Maharaja' on sale: Union Cabinet approves Air India's disinvestment

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave an in-principle approval for disinvestment of Air India.

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Are you monsoon ready? Here are some styling tips

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 28 (ANI): Is monsoon dampening your style quotients? Waterproof it right to put your most fashionable foot forward.

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Odisha shocker: Four home guards forced to 'kneel down' over improper uniform

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:28 IST

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], June 28(ANI): In a bizarre incident, four Home Guards, including a female cop were asked to kneel down with their hands up in punishment for wearing improper uniform in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district.

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Beyond Cities: How Airbnb supports rural revitalization in India

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Airbnb democratizes tourism by bringing its economic benefits to communities that typically haven't shared in these benefits in the past.

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Centre replaces NELP with Open Acreage Licensing to attract more investors

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 19:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Centre has replaced the New Exploration and Licensing Policy (NELP) with the Open Acreage Licensing (OAL) under the Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP), aiding the investors looking for exploring hydrocarbons, to select blocks after studying the data available through the national data repository without waiting for a formal bid round from the government.

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Sing National Anthem with fervor or face prison time: Philippines Bill

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:59 IST

Manila [Philippines], June 28 (ANI): Philippines House of Representatives has approved a bill requiring Filipinos to sing the country's national anthem, Lupang Hinirang, "with fervor" whenever it is played publicly.

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'Talking Gods' are here to help you drive safely

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:54 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 28 (ANI): A new and unique media campaign on road safety lets God watch over you when behind the wheel.

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Custody parole granted to Ajay Chautala to attend niece's marriage

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28(ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted custody parole to Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Ajay Chautala, a teachers' recruitment scam convict, to attend his niece's wedding scheduled today.

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'Inside Edge' making was no different from full-fledged film: Director

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The making of Amazon Prime Video and Excel Media & Entertainment's upcoming series 'Inside Edge' was no less than a movie making, says the director.

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How did Modi accept phrase 'Indian administrated Kashmir' in U.S.: Congress

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India] June 28 (ANI): The Congress party on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi compromised India's security and sovereignty in the United States by keeping mum after Jammu and Kashmir was termed as 'Indian Administrated Jammu and Kashmir' by the U.S. government.

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Historic: PM Modi first Indian PM to visit Israel

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel from July 4-6, at the invitation of his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Clovia launches beachwear for women in India

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): Clovia, India's fastest growing lingerie brand has launched its new collection of beach or resort wear perfect for the summer holiday season. The collection features an array of beach dresses, sarongs, kimono cover-ups etc. in fun, flirty, comfy and flowy fits going with the theme.

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John Podesta reveals how Russian hackers intruded Democratic National Committee computers

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:30 IST

New York [U.S.], June 28 (ANI) : John Podesta, the then-chairman of Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign, has revealed how the Russian linked hackers were successful in intruding into his computer.

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Kovind vs Meira: J-K CM, politicos have assured us support, says Venkaiah Naidu

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday informed that Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has also extended her support to Centre's nominee Ram Nath Kovind for the post of President.

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Debt-ridden farmer commits suicide in MP's Morena

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:30 IST

Morena (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 28(ANI): A debt-ridden farmer allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a train in Poras area of Madhya Pradesh's Morena district.

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YuppTV, Fox Star Studios tie-up; to offer awaited collection of movies on YuppFlix

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): World's largest player for South-Asian content, YuppTV on Wednesday announced its partnership with Fox Star Studios, one amongst the leading production houses of today.

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Four more accused arrested in Ballabhgarh lynching case

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:29 IST

Ballabhgarh (Haryana) [India], June 28 (ANI): Four more accused have been arrested in the Ballabhgarh lynching case, in which 16-year-old Hafiz Junaid was lynched and three others injured.

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Women's WC: Pakistan found guilty of slow over-rate

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 18:05 IST

London [UK], June 28 (ANI): Pakistan has been found guilty of maintaining a slow over rate during its ICC Women's World Cup match against England in Leicester on Tuesday.

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WittyFeed revamps brand identity; to increase affinity within targeted audience

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): WittyFeed, World's second largest and India's largest content marketing company has rebranded itself and launched a new user interface. The brand also relaunched its logo, tagline and its look and feel keeping the new vision and brand philosophy in mind.

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Maoist couple, Naxal surrender in Dantewada

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:46 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 28,(ANI) : A Maoist couple, and a Naxal, who were carrying a reward of Rs five lakh on their heads, surrendered before the Kuakonda police and the CRPF in Dantewada on Wednesday.

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J-K: Indian Army retaliates to ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Bhimber Gali sector

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:35 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 28(ANI): The Pakistan Army on Wednesday violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Bhimber Gali sector.

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EU prolongs economic sanctions on Russia by six months

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:34 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 28 (ANI) :The European Union has extended economic sanctions targeting specific sectors of the Russian economy by six months for destabilizing Ukraine.

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`Thugs of Hindostan`: Big B completes 1st schedule

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Superstar Amitabh Bachchan is done with the first schedule of the highly anticipated film 'Thugs of Hindostan'.

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Hillsborough disaster: Six people including two cops, charged with criminal offences

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 28 (ANI):Hillsborough match commander David Duckenfield, former chief constable Sir Norman Bettison and four other people have been charged with criminal offences relating to the deaths of 96 people at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest.

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Bangladesh's trade with Nepal, Bhutan hit due to Darjeeling unrest

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:29 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 28 (ANI): Bangladesh's trade with Bhutan and Nepal has been affected due to the ongoing unrest in India's Darjeeling city, as most of the trade takes place through this route.

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Federer poised to enter Wimbledon 2017 as favourite

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:28 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 28 (ANI): Twelve months after shutting down his season in the wake of a devastating semi-final defeat, Swiss maestro Roger Federer will once again go into the Wimbledon 2017 as favourites.

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Digital dating abuse worse for girls than boys

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 28 (ANI): With usage of social media or texting as a means of abuse becoming a growing problem among teenagers, a new study has found that girls may be suffering more severe emotional consequences than boys.

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ASUS Republic of Gamers announces ROG Masters 2017 India and APAC Qualifiers

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that the ROG Masters 2017 - India and South Asia qualifiers and the finals will be hosted at The Lalit, Bengaluru on August 19, 2017.

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SBI Mutual Fund completes 30 years of inception; to organize blood donation drive across 30 cities

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): SBI Mutual Fund, the fifth largest (by AAUMs) asset management company in the country would be the first Indian Mutual Fund Company to complete 30 years of successful operations on Thursday, June 29, 2017. SBI Mutual Fund was the first bank sponsored Mutual Fund to have been registered under SEBI.

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Two visitors create ruckus inside Delhi Assembly

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Ruckus was created inside the Delhi Assembly by two men claiming to be Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers.

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Mumbai 1993 serial blasts case adjourned after convict Mustafa Dossa's death

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28(ANI): The special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (TADA) court adjourned the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case till Friday after the convict Mustafa Dossa passed away today.

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FreeCharge crosses 500 mn transactions

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Amidst increasing digital payments preference and awareness amongst consumers, FreeCharge today announced that the number of transactions on its platform has crossed 500 million, with the value of these transactions exceeding USD 1.2 billion.

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Europe proposes restrictions on cash upto €10,000

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:51 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 28 (ANI) :The European Council on Wednesday has agreed on a draft regulation that will enforce cash restrictions by making it imperative for every citizen entering or leaving the EU possessing cash of a value of €10,000 or more to declare it to the customs authorities.

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InFocus launches 'Turbo5' smartphone-cum-power bank

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Aiming to bounce back into the smartphone segment market in India, InFocus on Wednesday unveiled its latest device 'Turbo5' at Rs. 6,999 for the 16GB version and Rs. 7,999 for the 32GB version respectively.

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Dani Alves leaves Juventus

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:50 IST

London [UK], June 28 (ANI): Juventus defender Dani Alves has confirmed that he has left Serie A champions after one season in Italy.

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HCL, Parablu partner to offer cloud data protection, management solutions

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): IT service aggregator HCL Infosystems on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with Parablu, a cloud data protection and management solutions provider.

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Marico appoints Ananth Narayanan to its Board of Directors

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): India's leading Consumer Products Group Marico on Wednesday announced appointment of Ananth Narayanan on its Board of Directors as an Additional (Independent) Director.

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IGL should aim to increase business up to 30,000 crore: Pradhan

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan, has asked IGL to increase its business from existing Rs 3000 Crore to Rs 30,000 Crore. He said that approximately 4.5 Lakh vehicles which use CNG contribute to the Rs 3000 Crore business of IGL.

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After liquor ban, Nitish calls for drug de-addiction

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:30 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 28 (ANI): After liquor ban, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday pitched for drug de-addiction across the state, while saying that it would lead the whole nation to the path of development and progress.

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Get set for Tomorrowland 2017!

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The countdown to the world's largest Electronic Dance Music Festival has begun!

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Fin Min setups special cell for smooth GST roll-out

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): To brace the successful roll out of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Finance Ministry on Wednesday setup a special cell in the North Block dedicated entirely for the uniform indirect tax system, which will subsu

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Rains spoiling outdoor plans? Play poker!

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): As Monsoon 2017 strikes India, the country's online poker start-ups are gearing up to make hay while the sun hides behind the clouds.

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Despite rain, people vote in Nepal's second phase of local polls

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:08 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 28 (ANI): Voters in restive southern Nepal queued up at polling stations to exercise their voting rights in the second phase of local elections in three provinces of the country on Wednesday despite heavy rains.

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Flanders, the haven for Music festivals

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 16:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Flanders is the ultimate place to experience the festival atmosphere during summer. Every year millions of happy people gather for their annual piece of happiness in Flanders.

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Man thrashed in Jharkhand: India turning into a mobocracy, says CPM

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI (M)) leader Sitaram Yechury on Wednesday said that India, instead of democracy, is turning into a mobocracy.

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Azam demeaning army in name of 'freedom of expression': BJP

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): After Azam Khan fanned another controversy with his remark on the Indian Army, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday slammed the Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and said it has become a fashion to demean the Indian Army in the name of 'freedom of expression'.

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Urban railways in Vietnam powered by Japan's 'Tunneling technology'

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:42 IST

Tokyo [Japan], June 28 (ANI): Shimizu Construction Co. Ltd. of Japan is slated to oversee the construction of underground railway space extending 1.74 kilometers between the Opera House Station and Ba Son Station.

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Amazon launches 'GST Cafes' to train sellers on GST compliance

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): India's leading e-commerce giant, Amazon.in today announced the setting up of 16 'GST Cafes' across 11 cities to help sellers understand the nuances of GST and transition seamlessly through the entire process. In line with Amazon.in's continuous efforts to enable its sellers be GST-compliant, these cafes, available from June 26th, 2017 will be available for a duration of two weeks to train and empower sellers on the implications of the new GST tax.

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After demonetisation, GST another epic blunder by Centre: Mamata

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:26 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), [India], June 28 (ANI): With just two days left for Goods and Service Tax (GST) to be rolled out, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed concern over its implementation, saying that after demonetisation the 'unnecessary disastrous hurry', in pushing GST through is another epic blunder by the Centre.

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Denied entry for exams, 20-year-old commits suicide in Bengaluru

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:25 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 28 (ANI): A 20-year-old student of the M.V. Jayaraman College of Engineering has allegedly committed suicide in Bengaluru's Kodugodi.

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CASHe leads in fin-tech based personal lending business with over 25,000 customers

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): Aeries Financial Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a fin-tech company promoted by serial entrepreneur and private equity investor V. Raman Kumar, today announced that CASHe, India's fastest growing loan giving app for young salaried professionals has reached a phenomenal milestone of disbursing loans worth Rs. 100 crore to over 25,000 of its loyal customers.

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Mumbai 1993 blasts convict Mustafa Dossa passes away

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): Hours after Mustafa Dossa was admitted to the J J Hospital, the Mumbai 1993 serial blasts convict passed away on Wednesday.

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Hydropower projects with 13,363 MW capacity register cost overruns worth over Rs. 52k crore, says study

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Several hydropower projects with a cumulative capacity of about 13,363 megawatt (MW) are stranded at various stages of project development, resulting in significant time and cost overruns worth Rs. 52,697 crore as of December 2016, noted a just-concluded ASSOCHAM-PwC study.

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Delhi HC pulls up PWD, MCD over cleaning drains

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28(ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday pulled up the Public Works Department (PWD), South Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Delhi Jal Board while hearing the plea seeking cleaning of the Kushal Nallah in the national capital.

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Byculla jail violence: Indrani's lawyer demands to record her statement

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:15 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): The lawyer of Indrani Mukerjea, accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, has demanded the special Central Bureau Investigation (CBI) court to record her statement and to conduct the medical examination immediately in the Byculla jail riot matter.

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Taking 5 and more medicines in 65 may up risk of death

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): Ask your grandparents to consult their doctor about all the medications they take as a study warns that older adults, who take more than five medications, are at increased risk of falls, frailty, disability and even death.

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Watch Tiger Shroff's `exotic` romance in `Pyar Ho`

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): A fresh track from Tiger Shroff's upcoming film 'Munna Michael' is out in which the actor romances Nidhi Agerwal in some exotic locales.

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India cannot afford showdown with China on border issues: Global Times

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:01 IST

Bejing [China], June 28 (ANI): A state-run Chinese daily has said that India cannot afford a showdown with China on border issues.

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AFI goes social for 22nd Asian Athletics Championship

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 14:00 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 28 (ANI): Odisha is ready and raring to host the prestigious 22nd Asian Athletics Championships at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar.

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Dozens injured in car accident in Mount Abu

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:51 IST

Dilwara (Rajasthan) [India], June 28, (ANI) : Dozens of people were injured in a car accident that took place in Rajasthan's Mount Abu area on Tuesday.

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Kaspersky Lab statement on NotPetya ransomware attacks reported 27 June

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Kaspersky Lab's analysts are investigating the new wave of ransomware attacks targeting organizations across the world.

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Kumble-Kohli episode was not handled properly: Ganguly

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:49 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal)[India], June 28 (ANI): Sourav Ganguly, who is member of the three-member Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tasked to find the new head coach, has said the differences between ex-head coach Anil Kumble and skipper Virat Kohli were not handled properly.

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Pakistan admits feeling challenged over seeing CPEC through

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:39 IST

Dalian [China], June 28 (ANI): Pakistan's Planning Minister, Ahsan Iqbal, who is here to participate in a World Economic Forum meeting, admitted Wednesday that his government is facing some challenges in steering the ambitious over USD 50 billion China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project.

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SAIC Motor announces set up of first car manufacturing facility in India

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): SAIC Motor Corporation Ltd. on Wednesday announced its plan to enter the Indian automobile market through a fully-owned car manufacturing facility in the country.

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Macmillan Education introduces global diagnostic assessment programme in India

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Macmillan Education, one of the world's leading publishers of English Language teaching and school curriculum materials, has today launched the ICAS programme for the Indian subcontinent. Currently 14,500 schools in over 20 countries participate in ICAS and over 8.9 million students are being assessed under ICAS globally.

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Baloch activist surrenders, claims ISPR

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:32 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 28 (ANI): The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has issued a statement in which it has confirmed the surrender of Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) activist Abdul Rasool along with his group and ammunition on Wednesday.

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Azam Khan levels charges against the army

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:32 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 28 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan on Wednesday accused the Indian Army of misbehaving with the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

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NHRC issues notice to Rajasthan Govt. over Dausa humiliating graffiti

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Taking suo motu cognisance of the humiliating graffiti on the houses of BPL families in Rajasthan's Dausa district, the National Human Right Commission (NHRC) on Wednesday issued notice to the state government and asked it to reply with four weeks.

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Presidential polls a 'fight of ideology, principle' for Congress: Sonia Gandhi

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28(ANI): Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday said the presidential election is a fight of ideology, principle and truth for the grand old party.

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ClearTax to release its GST E-Learning course in 20 regional languages

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): As businesses across the country gear up for the GST (Goods and Services Tax) rollout on July 1, ClearTax, India's largest income tax returns e-filing and enterprise compliance service provider, is gearing up to release its GST e-learning course in 20 regional languages including Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, etc.

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Presidential polls: Meira Kumar files nomination to challenge Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Wednesday filed her first nomination in the presence of Congress president Sonia Gandhi, former prime minister Manmohan Singh and other senior opposition leaders.

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GTA PWD office in Darjeeling set on fire

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:13 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 28 (ANI): Amidst the ongoing protests in Darjeeling, the Public Works Department (PWD) office of the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) was set ablaze on Wednesday morning.

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Cash Suvidha emerges as a financial lifeline for Indian entrepreneurs

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): In an endeavor to ease out the immediate fund requirements of entrepreneurs, who are starved of institutional credit, Cash Suvidha is increasingly becoming a popular platform for hassle free unsecured loans.

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CBFC is just mirroring the society: Ekta Kapoor

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): 'Lipstick Under My Burkha' had an elaborate battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for its 'lady oriented' content but presenter Ekta Kapoor says they have no qualm with Pahlaj Nihalani

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Ozone recovery may be delayed by rise of paint stripper chemicals

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 13:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): The restoration of the globe's protective ozone shield may be delayed by three decades if fast-rising emissions of a chemical used in paint strippers and pharmaceuticals is not restricted, warns a study.

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Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 hits Pakistan's northern parts

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:58 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], June 28 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 5.3 struck northern parts of Pakistan on Wednesday.

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SC refuses to stay NGT's order to demolish resorts in Himachal

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28(ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to stay the National Green Tribunal (NGT) order to demolish five resorts in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh for illegal construction.

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Sangakkara's love affair with Surrey continues, races to 1000 first-class runs

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:53 IST

London [UK], June 28 (ANI): Former Sri Lankan batsman Kumar Sangakkara has added one more feather to his cap as he became the first batsman to reach 1,000 runs in the Specsavers County Championship this season.

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Quintals of onions rotting in Bhopal

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:44 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 28 (ANI): Eight thousand metric tons of onions are reportedly rotting due to heavy rain in the Karod Market in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

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Bihar grand alliance will be there till 2025: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Janata Dal United (JDU) on Wednesday affirmed that there alliance with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) will be there till 2025 and the difference of opinion on the presidential nominee between the two parties will not affect their relationship.

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Narada sting: TMC MLA Iqbal Ahmed moves Calcutta HC

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:39 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), [India], June 28(ANI): Trinamool Congress ( TMC) MLA and Deputy Mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation Iqbal Ahmed's counsel moved Calcutta High Court on Tuesday challenging Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) FIR in connection with the Narada sting.

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Afghanistan capable of fighting terrorists: Iran Speaker

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:28 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 28 (ANI): The Speaker of Iran's Parliament, Ali Larijani has said foreign troops in Afghanistan are unnecessary, as the latter is capable of fighting terrorists on its own.

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Two UPLA terrorists arrested in Assam

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:26 IST

Dibrugarh (Assam) [India], June 28 (ANI): At least two United People's Liberation Army (UPLA) cadre namely Joy Rajbanshi and Ratul Boro were arrested in a joint operation conducted by the police and army in Bamunbari village of Assam's Dibrugarh district.

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Narada News CEO appears before CBI in sting case

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:26 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), [India], June 28(ANI): Narada News CEO Mathew Samuel on Wednesday appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Kolkata in connection with Narada sting case.

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Dutch PM gifts bicycle to PM Modi

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has gifted a bicycle to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the latter's day-long visit to The Netherlands on Tuesday.

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Ronaldo is angry, but I think he'll stay, believes Real Madrid chief

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:22 IST

Madrid [Spain], June 28 (ANI): Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has admitted that their star striker Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been accused of tax evasion by authorities in Spain, is angry.

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Finova Capital on-boards banking, finance veterans Rahul Sahney & Anurag Agrawal

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Rajasthan's fastest growing NBFC licensed by RBI, Finova Capital has announced on-boarding Rahul Sahney and Anurag Agrawal as Chief Operation Officer and head of Credit and Operations at Finova Capital.

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An enzyme can explain link between fatty liver, diabetes and PCOS

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): A team of scientists has discovered an enzyme that increases male hormones and metabolic complications - Type-2 diabetes and fatty liver disease - in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

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Rubique breaks the language barrier; goes local to create earning opportunities for all

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 12:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Always ahead of the innovation curve, Rubique has yet again demonstrated its focus on making financial solutions accessible to as many users as possible. The one-stop online marketplace providing technology enabled end-to-end solutions to financing needs of individuals and SMEs has just localised its Rubique Associate app.

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Man thrashed in Jharkhand, house set ablaze after dead cow found

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:41 IST

Giridih (Jharkhand) [India], June 28 (ANI): A man of Beria Hatiatand village in Jharkhand's Giridih district was thrashed and a part of his house was set ablaze by a mob after a dead cow was reportedly found outside his house on Tuesday.

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Mumbai Crime Branch to take over Byculla jail death case probe

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:38 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): The Mumbai Crime Branch will take over the investigation of Byculla jail inmate Manjula Shete murder case from Nagpada Police today.

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Kiren Bedi urges Centre to set up probe agency in Puducherry

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:33 IST

Pondicherry [India], June 28 (ANI): Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi on Wednesday asked the Centre to constitute independent investigation and vigilance agency following a surge in investment.

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S. Arabia says demands on Qatar non-negotiable, US seeks help of Gulf diplomats

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:31 IST

Washington [United States]/Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], June 28 (ANI):With Saudi Arabia emphatically stating that its demands on Qatar are non-negotiable, the United States appears to be under pressure to resolve the crisis in the Gulf region.

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McEnroe refuses to apologise to Serena, instead comes out with 'a solution'

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:20 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 28 (ANI): The off-court match going on between John McEnroe and Serena Williams doesn't seem to end as the tennis legend has refused to apologise for his comments about the 23-time grand slam champion and believes men should play against women to settle the argument.

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Kyle Hope, Sunil Ambris in Windies squad for last three India ODIs

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:19 IST

St John's, Antigua [West Indies], June 28 (ANI): Kyle Hope and Sunil Ambris have earned their maiden ODI call ups as they have been named in the 13-man West Indies' squad for the final three ODIs of the ongoing five-match series against India.

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FPS allotment should benefit SC/ST also: Paswan

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ram Vilas Paswan on Wednesday suggested that fair price shops (FPS) should also be allotted to people belonging to the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST).

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Iran accuses US of 'brazen' plan to change its government

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 11:03 IST

New York [United States], June 28 (ANI): Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Gholamali Kohshroo has accusing the United States and its Secretary of State Rex Tillerson of perpetrating "a brazen interventionist plan" to change the regime in Tehran in complete violation of international laws and the United Nations Charter.

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Rural Indian women register dramatic gains in nutrition, food security

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:44 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 28 (ANI-Businesswire India): New research and project results from the Rajasthan Nutrition Project show dramatic improvement in the food security, nutrition, and health practices of women, girls and infants. In just two years time, the percentage of female heads of households reporting that they are food secure increased from 21 to 53 percent, with similar increases for their children.

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Witness Keshav-Jaya's `unique love story` in `Hans Mat Pagli`

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Khiladi Kumar, who is all set to present his forthcoming film 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' in August, recently treated the audiences with the first song from the film.

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Two apprehended with ammunition in Nagaland

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:42 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland) [India], June 28 (ANI): The 41 Assam Rifles division of the Indian Army on Wednesday arrested two individuals who had in their possession a pistol, one air gun, two live rounds of ammunition and were driving around in an unregistered car.

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Acupuncture ineffective in treating PCOS-induced infertility: Study

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): Acupuncture alone or with the medication may not be effective in treating infertility in women suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a study has said.

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1993 blasts convict Mustafa Dossa admitted to Mumbai hospital

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:30 IST

Mumbai[India], June 28 (ANI): Mumbai 1993 serial blasts convict Mustafa Dossa was admitted to the J.J. Hospital here on Wednesday after he complained of chest pain.

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Trader shot dead in Bihar's Siwan, enraged locals set ablaze police vehicles

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 10:04 IST

Siwan (Bihar) [India], June 28 (ANI): A trader was allegedly shot dead by unknown people in Mahapur village of Bihar's Siwan district.

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Mumbai: High tide turns tragic, washes away girl at Marine Drive

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 09:56 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): In a tragic incident, a girl was washed away in sea during high tide.

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Beware! Yoga can be more risky, painful for existing injury

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 09:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): Beware! Researchers have warned that yoga, which is mostly used to reduce aches and pains, can also lead to injuries and even worsen the existing injury.

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'Petya' Ransomware hits India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port, operations suspended

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 08:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): All operations at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) were suspended on Wednesday after reports of the 'Petya' Ransomware infecting India's largest container port emerged.

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Terror funding: J-K police detains three Hurriyat (G) leaders

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 08:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 28 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday detained three Hurriyat (G) leaders on the direction of the National Investigative Agency (NIA).

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Presidential polls: Meira Kumar to file nomination today

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 08:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar will file her nomination on Wednesday.

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HDFC ERGO joins hands with Utkarsh Small Finance Bank to offer general insurance products to customers

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 08:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI-NewsVoir): HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company, India's third largest non-life insurance provider in the private sector and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank on Tuesday signed a corporate agency agreement for the distribution of general insurance products through the bank's network of branches across the country.

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PM Modi arrives in Delhi following successful three-nation tour

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the national capital on Wednesday morning following a successful three-nation tour which culminated at The Hague on Tuesday.

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Grenade hurled at Venezuela's Supreme Court from helicopter

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:35 IST

London [U.K.], June 28 (ANI): Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has confirmed a grenade attack on the Supreme Court building launched from a helicopter on Tuesday evening.

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First batch of pilgrims leaves Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:34 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 28 (ANI): The first batch of 2,280 pilgrims left Jammu base camp on Wednesday for this year's Amarnath Yatra that begins on June 29.

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German Chancellor welcomes U.S. offer to resume TTIP talks

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:19 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 28 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel welcomed the proposal of the U.S. and European Union (EU) to resume talks on a free trade agreement after U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Tuesday said that Washington remains open to a free trade pact with the EU.

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High time you should stop re-using plastic bottles

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:12 IST

London [UK], June 28 (ANI): While drinking plenty of water this summer season is a good option, refilling that plastic bottle again and again could actually be doing more harm than good.

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Reports of health effects of cosmetics have doubled

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:12 IST

Atlanta [US], June 28 (ANI): For most of us, a normal day is simply incomplete without using a cosmetic product.

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GST represents nation's collective will: BJP backs Jaitley's 'no politics in GST' remark

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 07:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has backed Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's assertion that there should be no politics involved in the launch and implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), to be rolled out at midnight on June 30.

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Hugh Jackman to play Gary Hart in Jason Reitman's 'The Frontrunner'

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:51 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Hugh Jackman is all set to start his reel life presidential campaign.

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This is what Chris Miller has to say after leaving 'Han Solo' spin-off

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Chris Miller has finally made some comments for the first time since he and his co-director were fired from the Han Solo 'Star Wars' stand-alone film.

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Mulayam meets Prajapati: SP chief supporting criminals is not new, says BJP

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:45 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru [India], June 28 (ANI): Outrightly condemning Mulayam Singh Yadav's meeting with rape accused and former Uttar Pradesh minister Gayatri Prajapati at the Lucknow District Jail and assertion of a 'false campaign' being carried out against him, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said that it was unfortunate that a senior leader like the former was making such comments, while also adding that it was the innate psyche of the Samajwadi Party chief to stir hornet's nest one way or the other.

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'The Batman' will be 'noir-driven' detective movie: Matt Reeves

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:45 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Filmmaker Matt Reeves spilled some beans about his upcoming movie 'The Batman' while promoting his newly released flick, 'War for the Planet of the Apes'.

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Calvin Harris drops music video for 'Feels' with Katy Perry, Pharrell Williams

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Calvin Harris has dropped the music video of his new song and people are surely going to get the 'Feels' with the presence of several musicians in it.

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Scotland's First Minister shelves second independence referendum

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:39 IST

Edinburgh [Scotland], June 28 (ANI): First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon has deserted her demands for a new independence referendum before the Brexit deal is signed, after her party lost several seats to pro-union parties in the general election.

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Moderate exercise can help older obese people to do daily activities

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): According to a recent study, moderate-intensity exercise can help even extremely obese older adults improve their ability to perform common daily activities.

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Michael Nyqvist, 'John Wick' star, dies at 56

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:31 IST

London [U.K.], June 28 (ANI): Michael Nyqvist, known for his roles in movies like 'John Wick' and original Swedish 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,' died on Tuesday after battling lung cancer. He was 56.

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Blockade will remain until Qatar meets 13-demand list, pronounces Saudi Foreign Minister

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:30 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir has said that the Qatar blockade would stay unless the officials meet non-negotiable demands from Gulf nations to end backing of terrorism.

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'Petya' ransomware disrupts companies across Europe, U.S.

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:28 IST

London [U.K.], June 28 (ANI): The "Petya" ransomware has caused disruption at firms across the U.S. and Europe including advertising giant WPP, French construction materials company Saint-Gobain and Russian steel and oil firms Evraz and Rosneft.

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Homeland Dept. to build border wall prototypes starting this summer

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:28 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): The United States' Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will begin construction of prototypes for President Donald Trump's proposed wall along the Mexican border this summer in the San Diego area.

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Prison riot: Indrani moved CBI court fearing sexual assault, says senior lawyer

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:24 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): Indrani Mukerjea, accused of the murder of her daughter Sheena Bora, moved the special Central Bureau Investigation (CBI) Court in Mumbai, fearing that she could be sexually assaulted by Byculla jail authorities, senior lawyer and social activist Abha Singh said.

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Delhi Golf Club case: Time old institutions let their beliefs go, says Khasi woman's employer

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 06:23 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 28 (ANI): Days after an elderly woman from Meghalaya, Tailin Lyngdoh, was allegedly asked to leave the Delhi Golf Club for wearing a traditional Khasi dress and told that she 'resembled a maid,' Vivekanand Lal Sondhi, husband of Dr. Nivedita Barthakur, who the former is a governess to, on Wednesday said that it was time the old institutions let their beliefs go.

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Reporter accuses White House spokesperson of 'inflaming' media tensions at briefing

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 04:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): A reporter confronted White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders at Tuesday press briefing, accusing her of "inflaming" tensions with the media and undercutting the credibility of reporters.

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Lady Gaga will not appear in 'American Horror Story' season 7

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 03:20 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Lady Gaga fans, we have some bad news for you.

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Justin Trudeau hangs out with the cast of 'X Men: Dark Phoenix'

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 03:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The 'X-Men' have recruited a new mutant in their team and it is none other than Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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Warning to Syria also for Russia, Iran: Nikki Haley

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 03:12 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): A White House warning to Syria against another chemical attack is also directed at Russia and Iran, Damascus' principal international backers, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said on Tuesday.

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Intelligence followed me everywhere in Russia: Stephen Colbert

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 03:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): It seems like Stephen Colbert is really happy to be back in the U.S.

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Lauren Graham to star in Disney Junior's 'Vampirina'

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 03:11 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Lauren Graham is all set to return to the small screen with Disney Junior's newest show 'Vampirina'.

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Union Minister Balyan tears into Mulayam over his meeting with Prajapati

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 02:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): A day after Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav met rape accused and former Uttar Pradesh minister Gayatri Prajapati at the Lucknow District Jail and asserted of a 'false campaign' being carried out against him, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and Union Minister Sanjeev Balyan said that since the former was a senior leader, he shouldn't be saying such things, citing that the judiciary was doing its job.

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Dengue, Chikungunya menace in Delhi: HC to continue hearing

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 01:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will today continue the hearing on several petitions seeking action by the Delhi Government and civic authorities to stop the spread of Dengue and Chikungunya in the national capital.

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David Lynch to get Lifetime Achievement award at Rome Film Festival

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 01:06 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Veteran director David Lynch is all set to become the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement award at this year's Rome Film festival.

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Cyber attacks reported globally, Ukraine Govt. infrastructure in chaos

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 01:03 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): Ukraine's national bank, airport and state power company are among the targets of a huge cyber attack carried out by hackers across Europe on Tuesday.

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EU slaps Google with record $2.7 billion fine

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 01:02 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): European Union (EU) regulators penalised U.S. tech giant Google a record USD 2.7 billion antitrust fine on Tuesday, for denying 'consumers a genuine choice' by using its search engine to unfairly steer them to its own shopping platform.

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Internet is going nuts over this attractive doctor looking for room

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 01:01 IST

London [U.K.], June 28 (ANI): What does it take to find a suitable accommodation in New York?

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Delhi HC to continue hearing on Kushak nallah cleaning issue

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 00:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will today continue the hearing on a plea seeking cleaning of Kushak drain in the national capital. The petition was filed after the Public Works Department (PWD) of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government and other civic agencies had disregarded court orders to clean it by June.

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Male children with older dads are more geeky, suggests study

Updated: Jun 28, 2017 00:27 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 28 (ANI): If you consider yourself as a geeky guy, your dad's age at the time of your birth could have had a major part in forming your personality.

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PM Modi invites Dutch NRIs to contribute to development of India

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 23:46 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday invited the Non Resident Indians (NRIs) living in The Netherlands to contribute to the development of India.

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Jittery Pakistan accuses U.S. of speaking India's tone

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 22:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June. 27 (ANI): With the Donald Trump Administration blacklisting Hizbul Chief Syed Salahuddin, as a 'Specially Designated Global Terrorist' for his atrocities in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan has accused the United States of singing to India's tune.

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Faraskhana blast case: Maha ATS says all five accused dead

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 22:34 IST

Pune (Maharsahtra) [India], June 27 (ANI): The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on Tuesday filed a final report in connection of Faraskhana blast case to Additional session judge in Pune.

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British Sikh couple takes legal action after denied permission to adopt white baby

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 22:30 IST

London [U.K.], June 27 (ANI): British Sikh couple Sandeep and Reena Mander have filed a legal case claiming they were advised by an adoption agency not to apply because of their "cultural heritage".

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India, Netherlands call for targeting 'terror masterminds' not only 'foot soldiers'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 22:25 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): In an indirect reference to Pakistan, India and the Netherlands have said that the fight against the terrorism should also target the 'masterminds' and not only the 'foot soldiers'.

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NCERT books informative but less activity oriented: Sisodia

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Delhi Deputy Chief Minister and Education Minister Manish Sisodia on Tuesday said the National Council Of Educational Research And Training (NCERT) textbooks focus heavily on information and are less activity oriented, and thus require a lot of revision over its content.

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Arvind Panagariya calls for 'optimism' ahead of historic GST rollout

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): NITI Aayog's vice chairman Arvind Panagariya on Tuesday asserted that large proportion of traders have already registered in Goods and Service Tax (GST) and appealed for optimism.

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Murder case registered in Byculla Jail inmate death

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 21:19 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 27 (ANI): Mumbai police has registered a murder case in connection with the death of a woman inmate in Byculla Jail.

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PM Modi discusses Centre's reform initiatives with Dutch CEOs

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 21:02 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): After meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met with the Dutch CEOs and spoke about reform initiatives of Government of India over the last 3 years.

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Ryan Reynolds celebrates Day 1 of 'Deadpool 2' shooting

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 20:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Filming for 'Deadpool 2', the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 Marvel anti-hero hit, has finally begun!

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'Lipstick Under My Burkha' trailer is daring and bold

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The much-awaited trailer of the controversial 'lady-oriented' movie 'Lipstick Under My Burkha' is out.

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In Tamil Nadu we discuss other things than Rajinikanth: Kasturi

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 20:11 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 27 (ANI): Actress Kasturi, who was trolled recently by fans of superstar Rajinikanth for her comments about the latter entering politics, has stated that the national media is only focusing on the actor when Tamil Nadu has so many more present problems that need to be discussed.

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Meira Kumar responds to Sushma Swaraj's allegations

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 27 (ANI): Opposition's Presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Tuesday stated that the charge of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj about her functioning as Lok Sabha Speaker is completely wrong.

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`Dialogue` with Pakistan, separatists is important to resolve Kashmir issue: Spiritual Guru Sri M

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh-based spiritual guru Sri M has requested the NDA government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate a dialogue with all stake holders, including separatists and Pakistan to end the violence in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Rajnath chairs security review meeting on Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday chaired a security review meeting in the wake of the forthcoming Amarnath Yatra here, which will commence from June 29.

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NHRC issues notice to MP Govt. over deaths due to lack of oxygen

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:29 IST

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance in the deaths of 11 patients, including two children at Maharaja Yashwantrao (MY) Hospital here, after the oxygen supply mysteriously snapped for around 15 minutes on June 21st.

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Vijender Singh to fight China's Zulpikar Maimaitiali on August 5

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:22 IST

Mumbai [India], June 27 (ANI): IOS Boxing promotions has announced Asia's Biggest showdown between India and China on August 5 at NSCI Dome, Mumbai.

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`Hawa Hawa` from `Mubarakan` to be out on June 29

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The makers of 'Mubarakan' are all set to treat the audiences with the second track from the film.

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J-K Cop lynching: Activist returns award, says `Talibanisation` happening in society

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Condemning the brutal lynching of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith by a mob, Human Rights Activist Shabnam Hashmi returned her award National Minority Rights Award saying the spreading 'Talibanisation' in society is a matter of concern.

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Preparations for second phase of local election completed: Nepal's Election Commission

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:19 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 27 (ANI): The Election Commission of Nepal has completed its preparations for second phase local election scheduled to be held on June 28.

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Pak banks sent funds to UAE to finance 9/11, 26/11 attacks

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 19:16 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 27 (ANI): Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE's) recent decision to suspend ties with Qatar over its perceived support for terrorist elements and for not cutting off ties with Iran appears to have taken a fresh twist.

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India, Netherlands ink MoU on water cooperation

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 18:52 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): India and The Netherlands on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on water cooperation and an agreement on Amending Social Security Arrangement.

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Tapp Me's on demand service model in expansion mode

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI-Newsvoir): Tapp Me, a Gurugram-based start-up offering hassle-free day-to-day repair and maintenance services for homes and offices, has taken an initiative of creating job opportunities for local technicians in the emerging smart cities of India. After an extensive market research, a model has been developed providing these local technicians regular earnings by working on a profit sharing basis with Tapp Me.

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Delhi Golf Course case: Meghalaya CM calls on MHA to take cognizance

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Condemning the recent Delhi Golf Club incident where a Khasi governess was allegedly denied entry, Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma on Tuesday said he will write to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) urging to take e cognisance of the incident and direct the Delhi Police to register a Suo Moto case.

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Muzaffarnagar cow slaughter case: Three arrested, police assures action

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 18:29 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): After a police party was attacked in Muzaffarnagar by locals when they were conducting a raid based on information of cow slaughter, Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order Aditya Mishra on Tuesday stated that action will be taken against the names registered in this case.

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Dutch PM lauds India's commitment to renewable energy, Paris Climate Agreement

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 18:28 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has lauded India for its commitment to renewable energy and the Paris Climate Agreement.

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Adda52.com brings on board Minissha Lamba as celebrity pro for Poker

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Poker website Adda52.comhas signed Bollywood actress Minissha Lamba as its first celebrity professional poker player in India.

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Yogi Government a 'curse' for the UP society: Samajwadi Party

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:59 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): With Yogi Adityanath completing 100 days in office as the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, the Samajwadi Party on Tuesday branded the Yogi Government as a curse for the society.

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Ravi Shastri to apply for India's head coach post

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Former cricketer Ravi Shastri will be applying for the post of Indian cricket team's head coach.

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PM Modi thanks Netherlands for helping India get MTCR membership

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:46 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked The Netherlands for helping India get membership of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) last year.

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1993 Mumbai serial blasts: Prosecution seeks death penalty for convict Feroz Khan

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:46 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 27 (ANI): The prosecution on Tuesday argued that convict Feroz Khan should be given the death penalty for his role in the 1993 Mumbai blasts.

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Look forward to welcoming Ivanka Trump in India: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:40 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.], June. 27 (ANI): US President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inviting her to lead the U.S. delegation to the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India.

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Delhi Golf Course 'racial discrimination' case: Centre steps in, assures action

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Expressing disappointment on the recent Delhi Golf Club controversy where a Khasi governess was allegedly denied entry, Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said it is a clear case of racial discrimination and added that appropriate action will be taken in the matter.

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Mayawati rains on Yogi's '100 days in UP Govt.' parade

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): Downplaying the celebrations by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on completing 100 days of state government, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Tuesday asserted that the former hasn't been able to achieve much in 100 days especially in areas concerning crime.

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Pushpanjali Realms and Infratech sets IPO at fixed price of Rs.55 per equity share

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:26 IST

Mumbai [India], June 27 (ANI-Newsvoir): Pushpanjali Realms and Infratech Limited, which is engaged in real estate development in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, is entering the capital market with its initial public offering. The issue, which will open on June 27, 2017 and will close on June 30, 2017.

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Sarthak Verma, Savina Birla crowned 'Bollywood Mr and Miss India 2017'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 17:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Studio 19 Films organised first of its kind Bollywood pageant, "Bollywood Mr. and Miss India 2017" on June 24 at Crown Plaza, Rohini, New Delhi.

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CSA welcomes ICC's new Constitution and Financial Model

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 27 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) has welcomed the widespread and significant changes made to the constitution of the International Cricket Council (ICC) as well as the revised financial model for all member countries.

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Big B finds `Thugs of Hindostan` `rough and tough`

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently shooting for highly anticipated 'Thugs of Hindostan', says the film is rough and tough!

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UP: Mother-daughter abducted, gang raped

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:46 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): A woman and her daughter were abducted from the Bareilly Railway Station and gang raped in Uttar Pradesh's Ginnaur area.

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JBT Scam: Ajay Chautala moves Delhi HC seeking parole

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Ajay Chautala on Tuesday moved the Delhi High Court against the Delhi Government's decision of rejecting his parole, which he had asked for in order to prepare for his exam and attend a wedding.

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Prison riot: Indrani Mukerjea moves special CBI court claiming assault

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 27 (ANI): Sheena Bora murder case accused Indrani Mukerjea's lawyer filed an application in the special Central Bureau Investigation (CBI) Court in Mumbai, claiming that she has been assaulted by Byculla jail authorities.

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FICCI welcomes TCS relaxation under GST, says will boost e-commerce

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has welcomed Finance Ministry's decision to delay the enforcement of tax collection and tax deduction at source under the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Adda52 announces release of Adda52 Rummy for Android

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Adda52 Rummy on Tuesday announced the launch of its highly anticipated mobile app, Adda52 Rummy for Android versions 4.4 ("KitKat") and above.

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SAP India, Govt to empower MSMEs with next-gen technology

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:31 IST

New Delhi [India] June 27 (ANI): Commemorating International day for MSMEs, SAP India on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to jointly launch Bharat ERP - an exclusive programme to empower MSMEs with next-gen technology to fuel their digital journey.

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Bumrah rises to second spot in T20I rankings

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:29 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 27 (ANI): India's death overs specialist Jasprit Bumrah has risen to the second spot in the latest ICC T20I Rankings for bowlers.

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Mulayam meets jailed Gayatri Prajapati, asserts 'false campaign' being done

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav on Tuesday met rape accused and former minister Gayatri Prajapati at the Lucknow District Jail.

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Pakistan says will continue to extend support to separatists in Kashmir

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 27 (ANI): A day after the United States declared Hizbul Mujahideen militant Syed Salahuddin as a global terrorist, Pakistan has said it would continue to extend political, diplomatic and moral support to Kashmiri separatists for what it called their struggle for their right to self-determination and for the peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute as per the UN Security Council resolutions.

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Seoul: NEC's facial recognition system installed at Lotte World Tower

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:22 IST

Seoul [Japan], June 27 (ANI): NEC Corporation on Tuesday announced that it has provided a facial recognition system to Seoul Sky, an observatory in Lotte World Tower, a 123-floor, 555-meter high skyscraper.

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China asks Indian troops to withdraw along Sikkim section of border

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 16:04 IST

Beijing [China], June 27 (ANI): China on Tuesday asked Indian border troops, who were alleged to have crossed the Indo-China border along Sikkim region, to withdraw and safeguard peace and tranquillity in the area.

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RBI advises banks to allocate higher provisioning for 12 stressed accounts

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday issued an advisory letter to banks asking them to incorporate additional provisioning on the 12 loan accounts to be referred to the NCLT (National Company Law Tribunal) under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), reports Moneycontrol.

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"Jealous" Cong disappointed over accomplishments of India under PM Modi: Naidu

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 15:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): After the Congress Party dubbed the India-United States joint statement as "disappointing" and believed that nothing will come out of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's U.S visit, Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said it is "sheer jealousy and guilt" of the grand old party that it is deliberately refusing to see and believe the significant outcomes of this visit.

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Vishal Sinha appointed as CEO, CWT India

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 15:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) on Tuesday appointed Vishal Sinha as the new CEO of CWT India, and will be based in the firm's head office in Gurgaon.

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Conserving pandas can boost biodiversity, fight climate change

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 15:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Panda is not an adorable animal, but a study has found that conserving them can also boost biodiversity and fight climate change.

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Gulberg massacre: Gujarat HC grants bail to VHP leader Atul Vaidya

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 15:00 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 27 (ANI): The Gujarat High Court on Tuesday granted bail to convicted Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Atul Vaidya in connection with the Gulberg Society massacre case.

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BCCI forms seven-member committee for implementation of Lodha reforms

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday constituted a seven-member committee to see how the Supreme Court appointed-Lodha Panel recommendations are implemented by the board in the best possible and swiftest manner.

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DG BSF assures tight security, medical assistance to Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:41 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 27 (ANI): With the Amarnath Yatra all set to begin from June 29, the Director General (DG) Border Security Force (BSF) KK Sharma on Tuesday assured that all security measures have been taken and the Yatra will pass off peacefully.

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Delhi HC asks why should Delhites suffer Dengue, Chikungunya, if MCD can't clear garbage

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday heard several petitions seeking action taken by the Delhi government and civic authorities to stop the spread of dengue and chikungunya

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How CollegeDunia's reviews are changing the face of education industry

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI-BusinessWire India): With the recent increase in student intake by almost all the colleges, an unusual trend has been observed by CollegeDunia, one of the largest college aggregator portals that colleges with better reviews on their portal are witnessing an increase in their application rates while those with poor reviews are actually facing scrutiny in terms of admission trends.

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JIT to interrogate Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz in Panama case

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 27 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, has summoned Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz to appear before it for questioning for the first time.

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Malinga to face disciplinary inquiry for 'repeated breach' of contract

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:27 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 27 (ANI): Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga will face a disciplinary inquiry from country's cricket board for 'repeated breach' of the terms of his contract.

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Unicommerce Solutions are now GST-ready

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Unicommerce, India's leading SaaS-based multichannel order fulfillment platform showcased its Goods and Services Tax (GST) ready solutions for online sellers at an event on Saturday.

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Fast track interlinking river projects: Stalin writes to PM

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:12 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 27 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) acting president M.K. Stalin on Tuesday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking him to focus on interstate river linking projects to help farmers tackle drought in the country.

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PM Modi arrives in Netherlands on final leg of his three-nation tour

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:06 IST

Amsterdam [The Netherlands], June 27 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands on Tuesday on the final leg of his three-nation tour after concluding his visit to the United States.

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Meira Kumar says casteism bug should be buried, bats for equality

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar on Tuesday categorically stated that there should not be one upmanship on caste for the post of President.

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Vivo retains IPL title sponsorship for next five years

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Chinese mobile phone manufacturer Vivo has retained the title sponsorship rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for a period of five years.

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Indo-US commitment to improve IT sector is commendable, notes ASSOCHAM

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Lauding the commitment shown by India and the United States towards increasing market access in the Information Technology (IT) and other sectors, ASSOCHAM on Tuesday asserted that it will be highly beneficial to the upliftment of the USD 150 billion software and services industry in the country.

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This summer, plan your travel with Instagram

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Till date, you have just uploaded your trip-tales on Instagram. Now, you can also plan your next vacation using the photo-sharing app.

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Unfortunate incident, disciplinary action in process: Delhi Golf Club

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): After an elderly woman from Meghalaya, Tailin Lyngdoh, was allegedly asked to leave the Delhi Golf Club for wearing a traditional Khasi dress and being told that she looked like a maid, club authorities on Tuesday issued a formal apology letter describing the incident as unfortunate and indicating that disciplinary action was being taken against the concerned staff.

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Darjeeling Stir: GJM burns copies of Gorkhaland Territorial Administration accord

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:34 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 27 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM)on Tuesday burnt copies of the tripartite Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA)?accord at several places in Darjeeling.

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Williams hits back at McEnroe, asks for 'respect, privacy'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams has hit back at John McEnroe, saying the tennis legend should respect her and her privacy and should abstain from making comments that are "not factually based".

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Kaspersky's latest patent to counter audio spying

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Aiming to help to counter the threat posed by audio surveillance, Kaspersky Lab announced the launch of its latest patented technology to counteract unauthorised access to microphone data on Windows devices, which is being used in the company's flagship home solutions - Kaspersky Internet Security and Kaspersky Total Security.

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North Eastern people 'made to feel like foreigners', say women activists

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Responding to the Delhi Golf Club's eviction of a woman from the north east for allegedly not adhering to prescribed attire, women activists on Tuesday condemned the club for making the north eastern community feel like 'foreigners' in their own country.

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Persistent mental stress ups death risk in heart disease patients

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Relax your mind if you have a heart disease, as a study has found that people, who persistently experience moderate to severe mental distress are at increased risk of death.

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CA pay dispute 'extremely likely' to continue till July 1

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 13:01 IST

London [UK], June 27 (ANI): The ongoing pay dispute between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Australian Cricketers Association (ACA) is expected to continue till July after the latter declared that it is "highly improbable" the sport's bitter pay conflict will be resolved by June 30, the date of expiry of the MoU between two governing bodies.

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Satisfied with our work: Yogi on completing 100 days in UP

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:50 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said he was satisfied with the work done by his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government in the first 100 days.

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Delhi Golf Club asks Khasi woman to leave for 'looking like a maid'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): In a shocking incident, an elderly woman from Meghalaya, Tailin Lyngdoh, was allegedly asked to leave the Delhi Golf Club on Sunday, as she was wearing a traditional Khasi dress and resembled a maid.

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SC refuses to stay Govt's Aadhaar notification

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to pass any order or interim order on a government notification of making the Aadhaar card mandatory for availing benefits of various social welfare schemes.

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Srikanth credits Gopichand for all recent success of Indian badminton

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:28 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana)[India], June 27 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth, who clinched back to back titles, has credited his success to current national coach Pullela Gopichand, saying the latter has been behind all the success of badminton in India.

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U.S. terming Salahuddin a global terrorist is a "big outcome" of PM Modi's visit: Ex-foreign secy

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): After the United States declared Syed Salahuddin, the chief of Kashmiri militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, as a "global terrorist", former foreign secretary Salman Haider on Tuesday termed it as the "big outcome" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country.

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Soldier commits suicide in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 12:08 IST

Mumbai [India], June 27 (ANI): A soldier posted in Pune's Kharki area, committed suicide at the Narayana Sewa Ashram in Mahalaxmi, Mumbai on Monday.

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PM Modi, Trump pledge to increase bilateral economic cooperation

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 11:54 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have pledged to increase economic cooperation to make their nations stronger and their citizens more prosperous.

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Your night shift may hinder body's ability to repair DNA damage

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 11:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Beware if you work in late night shifts, as according to a study, working at night may hinder your body's ability to repair damaged DNA caused by normal cellular processes.

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US declaration would affect Salahuddin's movement, funding: Home Secretary

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Welcoming United States move to declare Hizb-ul-Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin a global terrorist, Union Home Secretary Rajeev Mehrishi on Tuesday said the move would affect the former's funding and movement.

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PM Modi, Trump pledge to deepen defense, security cooperation

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 11:26 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have pledged to deepen defense and security cooperation, building on the United States' recognition of India as a major defense partner.

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AB de Villiers expected to retire from Test cricket in August

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 11:11 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 27 (ANI): Swashbuckling South African batsman AB de Villiers is expected to retire from Test cricket as early as August when he meets the official of Cricket South Africa (CSA), unless the cricket board can convince him to stay on again.

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Hyderabad's RK Puram Lake spills toxic foam

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 10:56 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 27 (ANI): The Rama Krishna Puram (RK Puram) Lake canal in Hyderabad overflowed with toxic foam on Tuesday morning spewing the foam in the surrounding areas.

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Congress dubs PM's U.S. visit 'disappointing'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 10:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday dubbed the India-United States joint statement as 'disappointing' and opined that nothing has come out of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's U.S visit.

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For men, sex can be good for your heart

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 10:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Good news for men! Sexual activity atleast twice a week could be good for your heart, as according to a study, it reduces the level of a harmful chemical in the blood, which triggers life-threatening cardiac problems.

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Amarnath Yatra: Security arrangements on war footing, assures J-K Police

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 10:48 IST

Pahalgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 27 (ANI): With the Amarnath Yatra set to begin from June 29, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday said that they have put all the necessary security arrangements in place so that the pilgrims have a hassl

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Humans can regenerate their heart: Study

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 10:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): A team of researchers have discovered that communication between the heart genes may give rise to heart cells that can regenerate the human heart.

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Melania Trump's yellow floral-dress to greet PM Modi gives major fashion goal

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 09:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Looks like the First Lady of the United States never fails to leave the fashion police speechless!

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Delhi: Minor raped, police arrest accused

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 09:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): A minor was allegedly raped in Delhi's Nangloi area, following which the accused was arrested in the wee hours of Tuesday.

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Suspicious package found near White House cleared

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 09:03 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): A suspicious package that was found near Pennsylvania Avenue close to White House, just two blocks away from the place where Prime Minister Narendra Modi was staying, was cleared by the Secret Service agents.

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Eating more soya, tofu may lower risk of early menopause: Study

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 09:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Attention women! High intake of barley, brown rice, oatmeal, soya and tofu for long-term may protect you from early menopause.

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PM Modi, Trump pledge to fight shoulder-to-shoulder against terrorism

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 09:02 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): India appreciated the United States designation of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen leader Syed Salahuddinas a Specially Designated Global Terrorist as evidence of the commitment of the United States to end terror in all its forms, a joint statement issued by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald, following delegation-level talks, said.

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India, U.S. vow to bring stability to Indo-Pacific region

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Modi, as responsible stewards in the Indo-Pacific region, agreed that a close partnership between the United States and India is central to peace and stability in the region, a joint statement issued by the two leaders, following delegation-level talks, said.

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U.S. to declare China among worst human trafficking offenders

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:37 IST

London [U.K.], June 27 (ANI): The tension between the United States and China is likely to aggravate as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is set to declare Beijing as among the world's worst offenders in human trafficking and labour.

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India, U.S. to work together on advanced defence equipment

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:13 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): The United States and India look forward to working together on advanced defence equipment and technology at a level commensurate with that of the closest allies and partners of the U.S., a joint statement issued by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald, following delegation-level talks, said.

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DU LLB seats row: Delhi High Court to continue hearing today

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday will continue hearing the plea seeking directions to the Bar Council of India to not reduce LLB seats in Delhi University.

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Dengue, Chikungunya menace: Delhi HC to continue hearing

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Tuesday continue hearing several petitions seeking action by the Delhi Government and civic authorities to stop the spread of dengue and chikungunya.

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'Dangal' becomes first Indian movie to earn Rs. 2000 crore at global Box-Office

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:00 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): 'Dangal' is turning out to be a echelon of fame for Aamir Khan.

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70 pct of Pakistan an ideal breeding ground for Jihadis, say Pak Govt. statistics

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 08:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 27 (ANI): Poverty statistics of Pakistan for fiscal 2014-15 appear to suggest that at least seventy (70) percent of the country acts as an ideal breeding ground for militants and jihadis.

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UP people feeling cheated in 100 days of Yogi Govt.: Cong.

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): As Yogi Adityanath completed 100 days in office as the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister on May 26, the Congress on Tuesday slammed his government for failing to improve the law and order in the state.

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Women activist slams Hyderabad hotel for denying room to single woman

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:34 IST

Bengaluru(Karnataka) [India], June 27 (ANI): Dubbing the Hyderabad incident where a woman was refused a room for being 'single' as regressive, women rights activist Brinda Adige on Tuesday slammed the patriarchal mindset of the hotel authorities.

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Designating Salahuddin as global terrorist 'strong signal' from U.S.: MEA

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Hailing Unites States' move to designate Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin as a global terrorist, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday dubbed it a strong signal from the administration.

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Kid's sleeping problem could be making you depressed

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Worrying about not being able to manage your kid's sleep is taking a toll on your health.

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Rising ocean levels could lead to 2 bn refugees by 2100

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Climate change is causing sea level rise around the world. According to a recent study, in the year 2100, two billion people - about one-fifth of the world's population - could become climate change refugees due to rising ocean levels.

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Taking pictures can enhance visual memory: Study

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Love taking pictures? Here's some good news! New research shows that choosing to take photos may actually help us remember the visual details of our encounters.

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Study finds why osteoarthritis is more common in females

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Osteoarthritis -- a disease of joints -- is reported more among women than men. According to experts, fluid in the knee holds clues why women are more prone to it.

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PM Modi, Trump called on Pak to curb terrorism: MEA

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:04 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said that terrorism and counter-terrorism ruled the discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump even as they called on Pakistan to ensure that its territory is not used to launch terror attacks on other countries.

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Five killed in dispute over cash in UP's Raebareli

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:03 IST

Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): At least five people were reportedly killed after some guns were fired and a vehicle torched in the Apta village of Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli.

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Mamata Govt. should find amicable solution to Darjeeling stir: BJP

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:03 IST

Kolkata/Bengaluru [India], June 27 (ANI): A day after Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) Yuva Morcha chief Prakash Gurung said that they would fast till death if justice is delayed, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal Government should bring about an amicable solution to the Darjeeling stir.

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Salahuddin designation as global terrorist tight slap on Pak: Defence experts

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): The defence experts on Tuesday hailed the Unites States' move to designate Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin as a global terrorist, while saying that it was a slap on the face of the Pakistan Government.

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Ben Affleck in talks for sequel to 'The Accountant'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 07:02 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): The deadly 'Accountant' is all set to return on the big screen.

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Venom, Black Cat, Silver Sable not part of Marvel Cinematic Universe

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 06:14 IST

London [UK], June 27 (ANI): Marvel fans, we have some bad news for you.

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2017 BET Awards: Chance the Rapper delivers powerful speech on justice

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 06:09 IST

London [U.K.], June 27 (ANI): Chance the Rapper took home the Humanitarian award at the 2017 BET Awards for "positively impacting both local and national communities," making him the youngest recipient of the honour to date.

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Guided WH tour, 1965 stamp, J-K shawls: Gifts PM Modi, Trump exchanged at White House

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 05:29 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump gave Indian Prime Minister a guided tour of his residence quarters in the White House, including Lincoln bedroom and showed him a copy of the famous Gettysburg address of the 16th President of the United States of America and the desk on which he wrote it, on Monday.

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Premature infants at great risk of sudden infant death syndrome: Study

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 05:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): According to a new study, premature infants still have a greater risk compared to full-term babies of dying of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths.

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Regular brisk walks at work can lower blood lipid levels

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 05:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Office goers, we have some important news for you.

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India, U.S. global engines of growth: PM Modi in joint press statement with Trump

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 04:52 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid special emphasis on the growing camaraderie between India and the United States even as he addressed the media jointly with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House here on Monday.

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Early antiretroviral therapy may lead to bone loss in patients with HIV

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 04:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): A recent study has found that early antiretroviral treatment (ART) at the time of diagnosis may lead greater bone loss compared with deferring ART.

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Resolve to destroy radical Islamic terrorism: Trump in joint press statement with PM Modi

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 04:15 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump stressed on eliminating and destroying radical Islamic terrorism even as he addressed the press, along with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the White House here on Monday.

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PM Modi, Trump discuss purchase of military equipment at delegation-level talks

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 03:07 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the second day of visit to the United States, sat down for delegation-level talks with U.S. President Donald Trump in the Cabinet Room at the White House here.

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It felt like a breakup: TJ Miller on leaving 'Silicon Valley'

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 02:35 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 27 (ANI): After announcing in May that the fourth season of hit-comedy series 'Silicon Valley' would be his last, TJ Miller has finally revealed that leaving the show felt like a "breakup" to him.

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Grand welcome an honour for India's 125 crore people: PM Modi thanks Trump

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 02:22 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was grateful to United States President Donald Trump as he, along with the First Lady, Melania, rendered a warm and grand welcome to the Indian Head of State.

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He has done a great job, economically: Trump welcomes PM Modi at WH

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 02:02 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump extended a warm welcome to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi even as he, along with First Lady Melania, received him at the White House on Monday.

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Trump, Melania receive PM Modi at White House

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 01:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump along with First Lady Melania received Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Monday.

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Al-Qaeda releases Swedish hostage held in Mali since 2011

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 01:40 IST

Stockholm [Sweden], June 27 (ANI): Johan Gustafsson, a Swedish national who was held hostage by al-Qaeda in Mali since 2011, has been released.

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Jack Black comedy 'The Polka King' acquired by Netflix

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 01:21 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 27 (ANI): Jack Black fans, rejoice! The funny man is making his way to Netflix really soon.

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2017 BET Awards: Beyonce bags five trophies

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 00:52 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 27 (ANI): Beyonce turned out to be the biggest winner at 2017 BET awards which were handed out at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

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Pakistan is 'frenemy' of US, not ally in war on terror: US Security expert

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 00:26 IST

Washington DC [United States] June 27 (ANI): Pakistan is the United States' 'frenemy' and not an ally in war on terror, said a United States security expert on Monday.

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U.S. should have blacklisted Salahuddin when he was active in Kashmir: U.S. Expert

Updated: Jun 27, 2017 00:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): Washington's decision to designate Hizbul Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin as a global terrorist shows that the United Sates recognises that India is a victim of terrorism, said a senior political scientist here.

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America will now change perspective of Pakistan as an ally: Hussain Haqqani

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Speaking ahead of the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump here on Monday, former Pakistan ambassador to Washington Hussain Haqqani expressed hope that with closer India-U.S. ties, Islamabad would also change its policies towards terror groups.

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PM Modi stresses on 'counter terrorism' in meeting with Mattis, Tillerson

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his meeting with Secretary of State United States of America Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Defence Corps General James Mattis discussed ways to counter terrorism effectively.

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India claims 'vindication' as U.S. brands Salahuddin a 'global terrorist'

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): India on Monday welcomed Washington's decision to designate Hizbul Chief Mohammad Yusuf Shah, also known as Syed Salahuddin, as a 'Specially Designated Global Terrorist.'

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War against 'Islamic terrorism' brings India-U.S. together: Michael Kugelman

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:34 IST

Washington DC [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): With Prime Minister Narendra Modi all set to meet US President Donald Trump today, Senior Associate for South Asia at the Woodrow Wilson Center, Michael Kugelman said that counter-terrorism is a major area of co-operation between the two countries, and the war against Islamic terrorism is bound to bring both nations together.

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J-K: CRPF constable loses two fingers during clashes in Anantnag

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:08 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 26 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force's (CRPF) 164 Battalion Assistant Commandant Arvind and a constable Santosh Kumar were injured during clashes in Anantnag's Verinag, in which the latter lost his two fingers.

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Blow to Pakistan: U.S. designates Hizbul Chief Salahuddin as 'global terrorist'

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 23:07 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.], June. 26 (ANI): In a major vindication for India and embarrassment for Pakistan, the U.S. Department of State on Monday designated Hizbul Chief Mohammad Yusuf Shah, also known as Syed Salahuddin, as a 'Specially Designated Global Terrorist'.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire in Bhimber Gali sector

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:26 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], June 26 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Monday initiated unprovoked and indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Jammu and Kashmir's Bhimber Gali sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Odisha: Six-year old stabbed to death by minor

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:24 IST

Jaipur (Odisha) [India], June 26 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a six-year old boy was allegedly stabbed to death by a 12-year-old boy in Baragadia area of Odisha's Jaipur district.

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Political parties creating drama by hosting iftar parties: Giriraj Singh

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Minister of State for Micro Small and Medium Enterises Giriraj Singh waded into controversy yet again, as he slammed the Congress Party for hosting an iftar party, saying it was spreading appeasement politics in the country.

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Washington D.C.: PM Modi meets US State Secy and Defense Secy

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Ahead of his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis.

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`Superheroes` Vin Diesel, Gal Gadot chill together with their kids

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Vin Diesel recently reunited with his 'Fast and Furious' co-star Gal Gadot and the two brought along their babies.

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India-US inching closer will send message to Pak, China: Aparna Pande

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 22:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Director of India Initiative at Hudson Institute Dr. Aparna Pande has said that closer ties between India and U.S. will surely send a strong message to China and especially Pakistan, who would come under pressure to take action against terror groups enjoying safe haven in the country.

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Would have supported Oppn if they nominated 'non-Congress' Presidential nominee: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): After the Opposition came down heavily on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for supporting National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind, the Janata Dal (United) on Monday said they wanted the Opposition to nominate a non-congress person for the post of president.

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India yet to digest idea of a lone woman traveller: Nupur Saraswat

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 21:13 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 26 (ANI): A Bengaluru woman who was denied room in a Hyderabad hotel because she was a 'single' lady, on Monday said the hotel authority blatantly denied her services without giving pertinent explanation.

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Cong. President nominee Meira Kumar debuts on Twitter

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Congress' candidate for President Polls Meira Kumar on Monday joined micro-blogging-site Twitter.

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EU to support Blue Growth through renewable energies

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:56 IST

Brussels, (Belgium) 26 June 2017 (ANI): The European Union (EU) Council has exhorted member states to support Blue Growth through renewable energies.

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Ballamgarh youth lynching: CM Khattar announces Rs. 10 lakh ex-gratia

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:49 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], June 26 (ANI): In the wake of the train lynching incident that took place in Haryana's Palwal area, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday said that one accused has been arrested and also announced ex-gratia of Rs. ten lakhs to the family of deceased.

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Kvitova jumps to 12th in WTA Rankings

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:45 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has moved up to 12th spot in the latest WTA rankings after she made a winning comeback from a knife attack by lifting the Birmingham title.

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U.S. SC permits partial travel ban, agrees to hear Trump administration's case

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday permitted the Trump administration to partially reinstate the travel ban which would affect people from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

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20 years on.Harry Potter still making magic

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:35 IST

New York [U.S.], June 26 (ANI): The first installment of the Harry Potter seven-book series celebrates its 20th anniversary today, making it truly a joyous day for potterheads across the globe.

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RP-SG Mavericks to take on Falcons TTC in UTT opener

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:19 IST

Mumbai [India], June 26 (ANI): The organisers of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) announced the event schedule for the inaugural edition today.

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Obama did not act against Russia as he was sure of Clinton's win: Trump

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has alleged that the former administration failed to take action against Russia for election meddling, as it was confident of Hillary Clinton's win.

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We would fast unto death if justice is not given: GJM Yuva Morcha chief

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 19:18 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India] June 26,(ANI) : As the indefinite shutdown entered its 14th day, Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) Yuva Morcha president Prakash Gurung stated on Monday that they would be going on a fast unto death if justice is not served to them.

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I want my children to love and respect all religions: SRK

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 19:17 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan wishes his three children- Aryan, Suhana and AbRam- should learn and respect all religions.

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Jaitley urges Mufti to introduce GST from July 1 in J&K

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Finance Minsiter Arun Jaitley on Monday wrote to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti urging for introduction of Goods and Service Tax in the state from July 1, like other states.

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BCCI to constitute committee to implement Lodha reforms

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 19:16 IST

Mumbai [India], June 26 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will constitute a committee to see how the Supreme Court appointed-Lodha Panel recommendations are implemented by the board in the best possible and swiftest manner.

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Criticising opposition in PM Modi's DNA: Congress

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 18:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday said that criticising the Opposition has become the DNA of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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PM Modi, President Trump to meet at White House 1.20 a.m. IST

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 18:12 IST

Washington [United States], June 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump will have a one-on-one meeting in the Oval Office of the White House for 20-minutes between 3.50 p.m. and 4.10 p.m. (EST) (that is tentatively between 1.20 a.m. and 1.40 a.m.IST on Tuesday June 27).

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India plans to expand coverage of clean energy scheme PMUY

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The NDA Government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is aiming for greater impetus to the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) and planning to expand the coverage of clean energy scheme PMUY to rural women.

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Mahindra Racing to exit Moto3 at end of 2017

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Mahindra racing, winner of three races in the 2016 Moto3 World Championship, debuting six years ago, will end its participation in the series after the conclusion of the 2017 season to focus more on electric vehicle racing.

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'Kon mana kar sakta hai Salman ko!': Shah Rukh Khan

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:54 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan reveals he couldn't 'dare' say 'no' to the 'Sultan' of Bollywood after Salman Khan approached him to play a cameo in his recently released 'Tubelight'.

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Municipal Commissioner arrested for taking bribe in MP

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:44 IST

Satna (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 26 (ANI): Satna Municipal Commissioner Surendra Kathuria was arrested on Monday by the Lokayukta while accepting Rs 12 lakh cash and gold worth Rs 10 lakh as an installment of bribe.

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Jayawardena says no to India's head coach gig

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardena has categorically dismissed the speculation linking him to the post of Indian cricket team's head coach, saying he is `not looking at full-time positions right now`.

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India, U.S. share determination to defeat scourge of terrorism: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an opinion piece published in Wall Street Journal, has said that India and United States share the determination to defeat the scourge of terrorism.

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Rajya Sabha is likely to pass OBC Commission Bill in Monsoon session

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Select Committee of Rajya Sabha will submit its report on National Commission for Backward Classes in first week of Monsoon session of Parliament.

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A positive roadmap for the health of nation needs harmonious collaboration between Government and Private Sector: NATHEALTH

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Healthcare Federation of India (NATHEALTH) organized its second western roundtable meeting in Mumbai and deliberated on host of issues related to healthcare sector in India.

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Sort it `face to face` like men: Hamilton tells Vettel

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:20 IST

London [UK], June 26 (ANI): Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has branded Sebastian Vettel a disgrace after the latter deliberately drove into him at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and demanded that, if they are to clash, they should do so like "men" outside the car.

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Pakistan celebrates two Eids

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 17:02 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan] June 26, (ANI) : People in Pakistan celebrated two Eids. The Central-Ruet-i-Hilal committee announced that Eid will be celebrated across Pakistan on Monday.

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India, Bangladesh border guards exchange Eid greetings at Phulbari

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:57 IST

Phulbari (West Bengal) [India], June 26 (ANI): Border guards of India and Bangladesh exchanged greetings and sweets on Eid-ul-Fitr at West Bengal's Phulbari border on Monday.

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Boucher slams Proteas for 'tentative' batting approach in Cardiff

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:47 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): Former wicketkeeper-batsman Mark Boucher believes that South Africa were "too tentative" in their batting approach during their series-deciding defeat against England in the third T20I at Cardiff on Sunday.

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Maharishi University Students strike big and bring glory at data science contest

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI-NewsVoir): Maharishi University of Information Technology, NOIDA celebrated the stellar performance of its students in the recently held Techgig Code Gladiators 2017 contest in Bangalore.

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Will baby Faf end Proteas' 119-Test streak?

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:40 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): If Faf du Plessis misses the opening Test of the four-match series against England beginning July 6 at the Lord's, it will snap South Africa's 119-match streak to field him or AB de Villiers in their Playing XI.

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IGL to expand its reach in Delhi/NCR with over 34 new CNG stations

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) on Monday announced the opening of 34 new CNG stations by the end of 2017 to fulfill the growing demands of Delhi/NCR.

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Bangladesh marks Eid ul-Fitr

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:32 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh] June 26,(ANI) : People in Bangladesh celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr, the biggest religious festival of the Muslims, across the country on Monday.

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Rise above parties, politics; extend full support: Naidu on GST

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:31 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 26 (ANI): Union Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday exhorted the political parties to 'rise above politics' and extend their full support to the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Indo-Nepal border sealed due to local polls

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:29 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 26 (ANI): The India-Nepal border was sealed for three days beginning Monday ahead of the second phase of local level election scheduled to take place on June 28.

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Six people injured after a car crashed into a crowd of Muslims leaving Eid prayers

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:22 IST

London [U.K.], June 26 (ANI): At least six people, including three children were injured after a car crashed into a crowd of Muslims, who were leaving Eid prayers outside a sports centre in England's New Castle.

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Assamese beauty crowned Mrs World 2nd runners up, Mrs Congeniality

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:16 IST

Jorhat (Assam) [India], June 26 (ANI): Assamese beauty Rishita Baruah stood second runners-up in the recently concluded 'Mrs World 2017 International' held in Seattle, USA.

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Tripura Muslims pray for world peace ahead of Eid

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:11 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 26 (ANI): Thousands of Muslims gathered at the Gedu Mia Mosque at Tripura's Agartala on the eve of Eid-Ul-Fitr to offer morning prayers to mark the end of Ramadan.

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CBI arrests a DRT official in alleged bribery case

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 16:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday arrested a Recovery Officer of the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DBT) and his accomplice for demanding a bribe of Rs.7, 00,000.

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Anuj Puri launches ANAROCK property consultants residential brokerage, fund and investment platform

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI-NewsVoir): Anuj Puri, Former Chairman and Country Head of International Property Consultancy JLL India, today announced the launch of ANAROCK Property Consultants Pvt. Ltd., essentially rebranding JLL's erstwhile residential brokerage business which he acquired earlier this year.

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Nepal marks Eid-ul-Fitr with hope for betterment in coming days

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 15:46 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal]. June 26 (ANI): Muslims in Nepal on Monday marked the end of a month long fasting with the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr with hopes of betterment in coming days.

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Nepali chartered accountants graduating from India won't be allowed to practice back home

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 15:11 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 26 (ANI): Nepali chartered accountants graduating from India will not be granted licenses to practice back home after mid-July 2018.

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`Uncapped` Kuhn, Phehlukwayo named in Proteas Test squad

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 15:00 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): The uncapped duo of Heino Kuhn and Andile Phehlukwayo has been named in the 16-member South African squad for the four-match Test series against England, beginning July 6 at the Lord's.

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London: Mansfield Road apartments fire under control

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:42 IST

London [UK], June 26 (ANI): A massive fire which erupted at the Mansfield Road apartments on Sunday night is now under control, the London Fire Brigade said.

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Nitish was the first to decide on Bihar's Dalit daughter defeat: Azad

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Hitting back at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to support National Democratic Alliance presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday said people who believe in one principle, make one decision, but those who believe in many principles, make different decisions.

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Sports fraternity extends greetings on `Eid-ul-Fitr`

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The sports fraternity has come in unison to extend their warm wishes on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.

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Paytm Mall empowers over 1,000 car, bike dealerships; aims to boost online discovery with QR Codes

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Paytm Mall is contributing towards the growth of automobile dealers by bringing their offerings online. This has enabled over a thousand dealerships across the country to reach a wider set of customers.

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Have you seen trap, asks 'Aksar 2'

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): After making quite a buzz in 2006, 'Aksar' is back with its sequel, starring Zareen Khan and Gautam Rode.

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Beat the blues away with spirit and spice

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): If you are in no mood to get high on something hard or bored with the same cocktails on the menu, then take a sigh of relief.

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Eid celebration in various parts of world

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 26, (ANI) : Eid-Ul-Fitr was celebrated across the world on Sunday and Monday.

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Chinese media says 'stubborn' India aiming to counter-balance Beijing's CPEC

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 14:11 IST

Hong Kong [China], June 26 (ANI): A state-run Chinese daily has accused India of being stubborn in its geo-political thinking, and this is clearly reflected in New Delhi's decision to have a dedicated air corridor with Afghanistan by bypassing Pakistan.

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Government constitutes committee to prepare final draft of NEP under scientist Kasturirangan

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry on Tuesday appointed a new nine-member panel, under the Chairmanship of eminent scientist Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan,who headed the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) from 1994 to 2003, to work on a New Education Policy (NEP).

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In most low-income places, handwashing with soap is rare

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): A recent research has found that most families in the low-income countries don't have soaps at their homes.

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Untreated polyarthritis can deform joints permanently

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Chikungunya, the bone breaking fever, being one of the reasons for polyarthritis , may become a rampant disorder.

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Serena will be ranked 700 if she plays men's circuit: McEnroe

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:43 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): Tennis legend John McEnroe has claimed that Serena Williams, who is the best player of her gender, would be ranked 700 in the men's circuit.

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Fin. Min. postpones implementation of Sections 51, 52 under CGST/SGST Act, 2017

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): With the rollout date of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) inching closer, the Finance Ministry on Monday announced a delay in implementation of the provisions of Section 51 and 52 under the CGST / SGST Act, 2017, aiming to ensure smooth rollout of the GST.

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Sakayak row: Recruiting civilians will help army economise on manpower, says defence expert

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): With the Army considering the option of recruiting civilian staff in peace stations as part of its plans to end Sakayak system, a defence expert on Tuesday asserted that it will help the army in terms of economising on manpower.

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Presidential campaign: Kovind to visit Srinagar on June 28

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:24 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 26 (ANI): National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind will visit Srinagar on June 28 as part of the ongoing campaign, seeking support from its alliance partner, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

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De Villiers to decide his cricketing future in August

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): South Africa skipper AB de Villiers, who was in England for a T20 and Test series, has left the tour, saying that he would meet Cricket South Africa (CSA) officials in August to chart his future in international cricket.

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Yoga gaining popularity in Nagaland

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:18 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland) [India], June 26 (ANI): When International Yoga Day was first observed in Nagaland, a Christian-dominated state in the North East, there were not many takers of the art of healthy living as a fitness art.

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Sheena Bora murder accused Indrani Mukherjea, others booked for rioting in Byculla jail

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:07 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): Sheena Bora murder accused Sheena Bora and 200 other women inmates have been booked for rioting in the Byculla Jail here.

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Prioritise national interest while choosing President: JD (U) tells RJD workers

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 13:01 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 26 (ANI): Amidst the alleged rift between the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] over their contradictory choices on backing a presidential nominee, the latter has said the decision needs to be taken keeping national interest in mind rather than engaging in political confrontation.

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15,000-strong special force to protect Chinese in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:58 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 26 (ANI): Pakistan has deployed a special military force of 15,000 for the protection of Chinese working on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and other similar projects in the country.

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Femina Miss India 2017 gets its winners

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Femina Miss India 2017 has finally got its three new faces, with the glamorous finale last night.

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J-K Deputy CM says tight security in place for Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:47 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], June 26 (ANI): In the wake of the Amarnath Yatra 2017, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh asserted that all security arrangements have been made and the public need not worry about anything.

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Sharif hopeful about improving ties with Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:25 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 26 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minis­ter Nawaz Sharif has expressed confidence that bilateral relationship between Islamabad and Kabul would improve after certain decisions that were reached when he met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani are implemented.

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Unidentified men loot 37 lakh from Flipkart centre in Delhi

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Unidentified men looted Rs.37 lakh from a Flipkart dispatch centre in the Jhilmil Industrial Area of Delhi yesterday.

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Education, training needed to help human trafficking victims

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): Knowing a little bit more about human trafficking could help save someone and so, a recent research has highlighted the need for education and training.

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Gorkhas dejected over questions raised on them being Indians

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:16 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 26 (ANI): As the indefinite shutdown in Darjeeling entered its 11th day on Monday, the Gorkhas expressed their dejection over doubts being raised about their nationality.

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Social support makes retirement easy for gay men, lesbians

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 12:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): Gay men and lesbians, who feel socially supported, feel more secure about their retirement than heterosexual adults, a recent research has found.

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In-form Rahane provides balance to the ODI side, believes Kohli

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:57 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 26 (ANI): A blistering ton by stand-in opener Ajinkya Rahane on Sunday guided India to a comprehensive win against the West Indies in the second one-day international between the two sides at the Queen's Park Oval here on Sunday.

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From PeeCee to KJo, BTown wishes 'Eid Mubarak'

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Tinsel Town can be one of the best examples of unity in diversity.

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Turns out, there were two Harry Potters all along!

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 26 (ANI): It's been twenty years since the first 'Harry Potter' book hit the shelves, but we still keep learning new things about JK Rowling's magical world.

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BJP President Amit Shah arrives in Puducherry

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:40 IST

Puducherry [India], June 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah arrived in Puducherry on a two-day visit on Monday.

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Uttar Pradesh woman thrashes mother-in-law over property claim

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:22 IST

Etah (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 26 (ANI): A woman in Uttar Pradesh's Etah district allegedly thrashed her 85-year-old mother-in-law and pushed her off the terrace for not registering the property in her name.

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Seven killed, 5 injured after jeep rolls down cliff in Shimla

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 11:06 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 26 (ANI): At least seven people were killed and five others suffered serious injuries when the jeep they were travelling rolled down a cliff in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh last night.

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Feliciano Lopez fends off Marin Cilicto lift Queen's Club trophy

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:58 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 26 (ANI): Spanish veteran Feliciano Lopez produced a spirited performance as he bounced back from a set down to defeat Croatia's Marin Cilic and lift the Aegon Championships title at Queen's Club last evening.

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Boozing makes ageing clock tick faster

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): Next time you reach for that glass of whiskey, you may want to rethink as a recent research has revealed that the more alcohol you drink, the more your cells appear to age.

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ICC Women's WC: Aussies, Windies prepare to start campaigns

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:46 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 26 (ANI): Four years on from their ICC Women's World Cup success in Mumbai, Australia will once again meet the team they defeated in the final, West Indies, as they begin the defence of their title in Taunton on Monday.

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Fighting Pakistan's dirty war in Kashmir Valley amid bad politics

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The heinous abduction from a marriage ceremony in Kulgam town and killing of Lt. Umar Fayaz followed by the brutal massacre and mutilation of six Jammu and Kashmir policemen in Anantnag district and the barbaric lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police Ayub Pandith by a mob outside Srinagar's Jama Masjid, mark an unprecedented high in the Pakistan-sponsored and supported proxy war and radicalisation of the Kashmir Valley.

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President, PM extend greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.

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Da Costa death triggers violent protests in East London

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 10:08 IST

London [U.K.], June 26 (ANI): The death of a 25-year-old black man from wounds allegedly sustained during his arrest by police has triggered protests in East London.

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Israel targets Syrian artillery, ammunition truck

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 09:34 IST

Damascus [Syria], June 26 (ANI): On the second day of the Israeli military strikes in the Golan Heights, the Israel Defence Forces struck two artillery launchers and an ammunition truck on the Syrian side of the border.

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UP CM Adityanath greets people on Eid ul-Fitr

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 08:15 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 26 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday greeted the people on the occasion of Eid ul-Fitr.

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Boat capsizes in Colombia: Nine dead, 21 injured, more than 30 missing

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 08:15 IST

Bogota [Colombia], June 26 (ANI): The death toll in the incident in which a boat carrying as many as 150 tourists capsized in a reservoir near Medellin, Colombia on Sunday, has risen to nine.

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Now, a 'friendly' car horn that alerts without jarring

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 08:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with a car horn that alerts people to danger while reducing the cacophony on city streets.

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Nation to celebrate Eid today, President Mukherjee extends warm wishes

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the fasting month of Ramadan, is being celebrated across India today.

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Improving cancer detection with help of body noise

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): According to a recent research, body's own 'seismic noise' can help improve the cancer detection.

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PM Modi in U.S.: Business honchos point to taxation as hurdle for investments in India

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:35 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): In his second leg of his three-nation tour, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a round table meeting with business leaders in the U.S., Indian American businessmen pointed to the dual taxation as a major hurdle for investments in India.

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BJP backs PM Modi's Emergency remark

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Emergency remark saying that the young generation must recall and remember the dark chapter in the electoral history.

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Wound healing goes up in cigarette smoke

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 26 (ANI): When it comes to wound healing, vaping may be better than cigarette smoking, according to a recent research.

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Rajnath Singh sends message of peace to Kashmir on occasion of Eid

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 07:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): Calling for an end to violence in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh issued a special message of peace and brotherhood on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.

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Congress slams Sushma Swaraj for attacking Presidential nominee Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 06:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Congress on Monday slammed External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj for targetting Opposition Presidential nominee Meira Kumar, saying that the former should refrain from doing such things while holding a responsible position.

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BJP asks Congress to introspect after Vaghela slams Sonia Gandhi

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 06:41 IST

New Delhi/Kolkata [India], June 26 (ANI): After senior Congress leader Shankersinh Vaghela said that his commitment to party president Sonia Gandhi was over, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said the grand old party should introspect as to why their own party leaders are going against it.

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Three dead, 30 missing after boat capsizes in Colombia

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 05:46 IST

Bogota [Columbia], June 26 (ANI): A boat carrying as many as 150 tourists capsized in a reservoir near Medellin, Colombia on Sunday, officials from the air force said.

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White House forgoes Ramadan dinner for first time in two decades

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 05:34 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): The White House did not host an Iftar dinner to commemorate Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, for the first time in nearly two decades.

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Indian diaspora showers praise on PM Modi

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 05:14 IST

Virginia [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): The Indian diaspora in the United States showered praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his comprehensive speech as he addressed them here and said his efforts to make a better India are praiseworthy.

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VIP 2: Dhanush, Kajol share crackling chemistry, star power in official trailer

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 04:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): 'VIP 2' has been in news ever since its teaser was introduced. The chemistry and star power of Kajol and Dhanush have been expected to make it a rivetting watch.

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PM Modi in U.S. interacts with CEOs, talks about GST, Make in India

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 04:39 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): In the second leg of his three-nation tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with 20 top American CEOs at a roundtable meeting in Washington D.C., and talked about various topics ranging from the Goods and Services Tax (GST), technology, India's economy and Digital India, Make in India, Skill Development, Demonetisation and the thrust towards renewable energy among others.

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Rahane, Kuldeep star in India's second ODI win against West Indies

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 04:02 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 26 (ANI): India won the second ODI against West Indies by a margin of 105 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series here at the Queen's Park Oval on Sunday.

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PM Modi lauds MEA, Sushma Swaraj for 'helping Indians in distress across the globe'

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 03:49 IST

Virginia [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while lauding the proactive approach of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj as he addressed the Indian Diaspora in the United States, asserted that the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has emerged as a strong humanitarian force for Indians globally.

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PM Modi in U.S. hails success of gas subsidy transfer scheme

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 03:36 IST

Virginia [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): Hailing the role of technology in bringing transparency in governance, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi narrated the success of direct benefit transfer of gas subsidy, in reference to the flagship Ujjwala Yojana, to the Indian Diaspora here.

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Will make India of your dreams: PM Modi tells Indian diaspora in U.S.

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 02:28 IST

Washington D.C. (USA), June 26 (ANI): Asserting that positive environment has enveloped India under his regime, Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the Indian Diaspora in the United States assured that he will fulfill all their dreams they have for their motherland.

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Trump-Modi should focus on sorting trade, investment differences: Tanvi Madan

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 02:27 IST

Washington D.C (USA), June 26 (ANI): Director, Indian Projects at Brookings Institution in Washington D.C. Tanvi Madan has stated that the priority for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump should be to build personal chemistry, increase the cooperation on the line of defence and security front and to sort out trade and investment differences.

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India's surgical strikes weren't criticised, except by those who faced consequences: PM Modi in U.S.

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 02:27 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 26 (ANI): Highlighting the success of surgical strikes against terror havens along the Line of Control (LoC), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here that the move was a double-edged sword for which the entire world could have questioned New Delhi, but only those who faced the consequences took to criticising them.

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ISSF Junior World Championship: Yashaswini Singh Deswal bags gold in 10m air pistol

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 02:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 26 (ANI): Chandigarh's 20-year old Yashaswini Singh Deswal was crowned Junior World Champion in the Women's 10m Air Pistol at the end of day two of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior World Championship Rifle/Pistol, underway in Suhl, Germany.

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Partnership with TATA for F-16s will create jobs in U.S., India: Lockheed Martin

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 01:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): U.S. arms maker Lockheed Martin Corp has expressed optimism for its partnership with Tata Advanced Systems to build F-16 fighter jets, saying that if selected, the deal has the potential to generate economic benefit and jobs in U.S. and India.

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'Pitch Perfect 3' trailer teases 'farewell' to Bellas!

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 01:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Attention Bellas! Finally, the official trailer of 'Pitch Perfect 3' has dropped, offering that the threequel is all set to bid 'farewell' to the trilogy.

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GST a game changing reform, will remove barriers: Krish Iyer, CEO Walmart India

Updated: Jun 26, 2017 00:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 26 (ANI): Walmart India CEO Krish Iyer hailed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) bill, which will be rolled out on July 1st, as a 'game changing reform' that would ease business barriers and help bring down prices of essential commodities in the long run.

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Everyone excited to invest in India, looking forward to GST rollout: Google CEO Sundar Pichai

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 23:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 25 (ANI): After attending the CEOs roundtable conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Google CEO Sundar Pichai said here that the former was focused on getting insights on how to attract more foreign investment.

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Hope PM Modi shares vision of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' with Trump: Divine Shakti Foundation

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 23:48 IST

Washington DC [U.S.] [India], June 25 (ANI): Ahead of the much awaited meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump, Divine Shakti Foundation president Sadhvi Bhagwati on Sunday hoped the vision of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' was conveyed to the U.S. President by the Prime Minister.

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Muslim community relieved as GJM offers 12-hour 'window' for Eid in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 23:48 IST

Darjeeling (Assam) [India], June 25 (ANI): Hailing the decision of the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) to levy 12 hours relaxation for the Muslim community to observe Eid in the protest-torn Darjeeling, Jama Masjid Imam, Ahmed Ali Kadri on Sunday said that demands of the agitators should be met.

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Operation Prahaar shakes confidence of Naxals in Sukma

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 23:48 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 25 (ANI): The Operation Prahaar is believed to have shaken the confidence of Naxals here in the area, as for the first time the security forces delved deep inside the Naxal core area in Sukma and launched a major offensive against them.

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'Greed for power' is keeping RJD-JDU united: BJP

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 23:47 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 25 (ANI): Amid speculations of rift between the grand alliance of Janata Dal-United (JD-U) and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) after difference of opinion on the presidential nominee, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said the coalition of the two parties was a 'mismatch' adding that the disruption being witnessed was obvious.

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Sidharth, Jacqueline are on the run in poster of 'A Gentleman'

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The first look of upcoming Bollywood flick 'A Gentleman' starring Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez is out!

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UK Parliament: At least 90 email accounts hit by cyber attack

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:52 IST

Westminster [London], June 25 (ANI): Houses of Parliament spokesman on Sunday said that less than 90 email accounts belonging to the peers and the MPs are believed to have been hacked by an orchestrated cyber-attack.

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India's growth presents win-win partnership for India-US: PM Modi at CEOs roundtable

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 25 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a round table meeting with US business leaders here, including the likes of Apple CEO Tim Cook, Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.

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Lucknow: BJP MLA flouts Centre's order, caught with red beacon

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:19 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Despite Center's ban on the use of red beacon, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Mahesh Trivedi was caught taking use of the facility here.

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ISIS says Taliban betraying Islam, declares war

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:19 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 25 (ANI): The Islamic State has declared war on Taliban militants in Afghanistan as it called the latter "hypocrites and stooges of the unbelievers".

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Caution before Trump-Modi meeting

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 22:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 25 (ANI): If the first twelve hours are any indication, India is playing the D.C. game with caution. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in the city was at 9 p.m. on Saturday with no raucous Gujarati and Punjabi expats dancing and singing at the airport or at Willard Intercontinental, where he is staying. There were no drums and no Bollywood songs to greet him on arrival. The NRI community is probably saving it for their event in Virginia Sunday afternoon.

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Eid to be celebrated across India on Monday

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 21:21 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India) June 25 (ANI): Eid-al-Fitr will be celebrated across India on Monday, announced Muslim cleric Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahal here today.

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J-K gondola tragedy: Mufti announces ex-gratia for deceased, orders probe

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 21:15 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday announced Rs.five lakh ex-gratia for the kin of a tourist family and three local youth, who were killed after the gondola cable in the tourist resort of Gulmarg snapped after a tree fell.

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Kovind's nomination a victory in fight for social justice: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 21:04 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Elated with the visit of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind in Uttar Pradesh, state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday asserted that the former's nomination is a victory in the fight for social justice in the country.

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Jaitley tears into Congress over 'undeclared emergency' barb, calls for introspection

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 21:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday unleashed a tirade against the Congress for cornering the Centre and accusing it of donning a dictatorial attitude and said that it was the grand old party which imposed emergency on the nation and slay democracy.

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Yoga on Alps: Ram Madhav spreads PM Modi's message on Swiss Alps

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 20:36 IST

Zurich [Switzerland] [India], June 25 (ANI): 'Jungfraujoch', situated at a height of 11,371 feet in the Swiss Alps, hosted a unique event on Saturday organized by Indo-Swiss Center, Switzerland, where hundreds of travelers from all over the world performed Yoga to celebrate the ethos of it.

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GST will not hike inflation, assures Centre

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 20:36 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 25 (ANI): Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday rubbished reports of inflation hike post Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll out, and said that the tax reform will reduce the existing tax slab.

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Chandan Prabhakar is back on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 20:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Kapil Sharma's childhood buddy and co-star Chandan Prabhakar aka Chandu chaiwallah is back on the comedy show 'The Kapil Sharma Show.'

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Netanyahu hails PM Modi's upcoming Israel visit as 'historic'

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 20:27 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], June 25 (ANI): Israel has announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country next week, which is the first ever by any Indian Prime Minister.

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5 apps to book your monsoon travel

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 25 (ANI): The monsoon is approaching the parts of the country swiftly and building a pleasant and pleasing environment for people to hit the roads.

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Digitisation of handmade industry is finally here

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 25 (ANI): India is essentially a hub, when it comes to the creation of handmade products, a category which is extremely extensive and is known to include a myriad of skills, such as gold designing, creation of customised luxury products like leather articles, cosmetics, metal-crafted items, much beyond the commonly referred handicraft and textile products.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire in Naushera sector again

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:42 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Sunday continued to initiate unprovoked and indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Srinagar: Security forces gun down two terrorists in DPS

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:23 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): Two terrorists, who were holed up in the Delhi Public School in Srinagar's Panta Chowk since yesterday, have been neutralized by the security forces.

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India go down 2-3 against Canada, finish lowly 6th in HWL semis

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:05 IST

London [UK], June 25 (ANI): India went down 2-3 to a resilient Canada in the fifth-sixth place playoff of the Hockey World League (HWL) Semi-Final here on Sunday.

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Miscreants destroy Sabarimala Ayyappa temple mast

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:02 IST

Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram) [India] June 25 (ANI): The base (panchavargathara) of the new golden temple mast installed at Sabarimala Ayyappa temple on Sunday was found destroyed using mercury. The ceremonial installation of the new temple mast was to be held today.

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India vs West Indies: Rain delays toss in second ODI

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:01 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 25 (ANI): Toss has been delayed for the second ODI of the five-match series between India and West Indies because of rain here at the Queens Park Oval, Trinidad on Sunday.

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Meira Kumar writes to electoral college, seeks support for Prez

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Opposition's presidential nominee Meira Kumar on Sunday wrote a letter to the electoral collegium or college seeking support in the presidential elections that is scheduled to take place on July 17.

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Kovind meets UP CM, BJP MLAs and MPs in Lucknow

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 19:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday was welcomed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath here.

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Mortal remains of CRPF SI Sahab Shukla sent to hometown

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 18:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 25 (ANI): Mortal remains of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) sub-inspector Sahab Shukla, who was killed in a militant attack at Phanta Chowk, Srinagar on Saturday was flown to Delhi on Sunday.

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Kohli becomes second most followed Indian on Facebook

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Despite the ongoing controversy surrounding Anil Kumble's exit from the post of the Indian cricket team's head coach, swashbuckling skipper Virat Kohli's popularity continues to grow.

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Federer crushes Zverev to clinch ninth Halle title

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 18:08 IST

Halle [Germany], June 25 (ANI): Swiss maestro Roger Federer on Sunday came out with a ruthless performance against Alexander Zverev in straight sets to win the men's singles title of the Gerry Weber Open.

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Four of Delhi family, three others die in Gulmarg cable car accident

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 18:07 IST

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir)[India] June 25 (ANI): Four tourists from Delhi and three others died on Sunday here after a tree fell on the Gandola cable car.

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Manipur Govt. re-introduces inter district and city bus services

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:42 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 25 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh on Sunday flagged off the Manipur State Transport (MST) bus services, besides commissioning the Inter-State Bus Terminus complex at Khuman Lampak in Imphal.

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Ballabhgarh lynching: Villagers to sport black bands on Eid

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:35 IST

Ballabhgarh (Haryana) [India], June 25 (ANI): In the wake of the train lynching incident that took place in Haryana's Palwal area, people from the deceased Junaid's village have decided to sport black bands on Eid, marking a silent protest.

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Haridwar: Bride refuses to come to husband's house due to lack of toilet

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:34 IST

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], June 25 (ANI): A newly married bride Monika refused to come to her husband's house after marriage as they do not have toilet and also asserted that she won't come to in-laws house until the toilet was built.

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Woman Buddhist monk walks through Darjeeling streets to spread peace

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:32 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 25 (ANI): A woman Buddhist monk on Sunday walked through the streets of Darjeeling to spread the message of peace amidst an ongoing protest for the creation of Gorkhaland out of West Bengal.

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Bhupinder Hooda demands implementation of Swaminathan report

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:31 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], June 25 (ANI): Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Sunday called on the Centre to implement the Swaminathan Committee report.

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Team have coped up really well so far post Kumble's exit, says Bangar

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:24 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 25 (ANI): Team India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has admitted that there is "definitely a bit of lacuna" in the team with Anil Kumble's departure as head coach.

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PM Modi lauds Srikanth for `wonderful` Australian Open win

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Few hours after Kidambi Srikanth clinched his maiden Australian Open Super Series title, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the ace Indian shuttler for registering `yet another wonderful victory`.

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Demands of Saudi an attack to Qatar's sovereignty: Erdogan

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:09 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], June 25 (ANI): Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday dubbed the demands made by Saudi Arabia and three other nations to Doha to end a blockade as "an attack to Qatar's sovereignty right".

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Assam CM discuses Indo- Bangla border issue with HM Rajnath

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:05 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 25 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday had a detailed discussion with Home Minister Rajnath Singh to strengthen the Indian-Bangladesh border and other issues.

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PM Modi calls upon people to use E-GEM

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called upon the people to use Government -E- Marketplace (E-GEM) portal to sell their products or services to the government.

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10 policemen killed in Taliban attack in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 17:00 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 25 (ANI): At least 10 policemen were killed and four injured in a Taliban attack in Afghanistan's western Herat province on Saturday night, the police said on Sunday.

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'Operation Prahaar' ends, dozen Naxals killed, three jawans dead

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:57 IST

Raipur/ Dantewada/ Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Over one dozen Naxals and three jawans were killed in anti-Naxal 'Operation Prahaar' in Chhattisgarh, said Special Director General of Police D.M. Awasthi on Sunday.

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Five persons feared dead as gandola cable snaps in Gulmarg

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:44 IST

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): At least five persons have died after the gandola cable in the tourist resort of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir snapped with a the falling of a tree.

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Four persons feared dead as gandola cable snaps in Gulmarg

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:31 IST

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): At least four persons are reported to have died after the gandola cable in the tourist resort of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir snapped.

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Chandrababu Naidu congratulates Kidambi Srikanth for winning Australian Open

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:18 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday congratulated Kidambi Srikanth for winning the Australian Open, stating that it is a moment of pride for India.

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Deve Gowda extends support to Meira Kumar as Prez

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Janata Dal (Secular) chief and former prime minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Sunday extended his support to opposition presidential candidate Meira Kumar.

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Happy with my performance; only need to be more consistent: Srikanth

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:06 IST

Sydney/Hyderabad/New Delhi [Australia/India], June 25 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth, who won his maiden Australian Open title on Sunday, has said he was happy with the performance he delivered against reigning world champion Chen Long in the summit clash.

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Odisha's Puri abuzz with pilgrims as Rath Yatra begins

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 16:06 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India] June 25 (ANI): A heavy downpour in Puri did not prevent devotees from joining up for the celebrated and world famous annual Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra on Sunday.

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Death toll in Pakistan tanker fire reaches 148, dozens more critical

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:50 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 25 (ANI): Death toll in Pakistan tanker fire on Sunday rose to 148 and dozens more are in critical condition, reports AP quoting rescue officials.

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Debt ridden farmer attempts suicide in Khatima

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:46 IST

Khatima (Uttarakhand) [India] June 25, (ANI): In yet another incident of farmers' suicide, a debt ridden farmer Ram Avatar, attempted suicide on Sunday in Uttrakhand's Khatima district.

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Heavy rains in Gujarat triggers flood like situation, nine rescued

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:42 IST

Valsad (Gujarat) [India], June 25 (ANI): At least nine persons were rescued after heavy rains in Gujarat's Valsad district triggered a flood like situation.

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Find out if you're dating a commitment phobe!

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:41 IST

London [UK], June 25 (ANI): Getting into a serious relationship is itself a major decision. But what if your partner falls into the most dreaded of all dating categories - commitment phobic?

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Panama Papers case 'a joke', says Sharif

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:32 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 25 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has described the ongoing case in the Panama Papers Leaks case as a joke, rather than as an effort on accountability.

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Democracy is being murdered now without declaration of emergency: Yechury

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury on Sunday criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government for "murdering democracy with an undeclared emergency".

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Pradhan, Manoj Tewari lead Jagannath Yatra celebrations in Delhi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas (Independent Charge) Dharmendra Pradhan and the president of the Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Manoj Tewari, were seen actively participating in the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Delhi on Sunday.

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Chhattisgarh Naxals fire upon IAF helicopter deployed to rescue injured jawans

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:46 IST

Tondamarka (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Naxals on Sunday fired upon an Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter deployed to rescue injured jawans in Tondamarka.

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Paracetamol during pregnancy can put unborn boys at risk

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India] June 24, (ANI): Pregnant? You may want to rethink popping those paracetamol pills as a recent study has suggested that doing so can harm the masculinity of your unborn son.

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Azhar Mahmood bursting with pride post Pak's Champions Trophy triumph

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:45 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 25 (ANI): A week after Pakistan clinched their maiden Champions Trophy title with a crushing win over their arch-rivals India, bowling coach Azhar Mahmood is bursting with pride after seeing his side's phenomenal improvement in all departments of the game.

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China, Afghanistan, Pak take next steps on trilateral dialogue

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:45 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 25 (ANI): Following his talks with Afghan Foreign Minister Salahuddin Rabbani and National Security Adviser Haneef Atmar in Kabul, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has had similar discussions with senior Pakistan government officials in Islamabad.

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Congress hits back at PM Modi for Emergency remark

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The Congress Party on Sunday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for talking about the 1975 Emergency in his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme, saying that the NDA-led Government at the Centre has imposed an 'undeclared emergency' on the country.

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Punjab: Police seize 1.5 kilograms of opium, two arrested

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:09 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 25 (ANI): At least two persons have been arrested for carrying 1.5 kilograms of opium worth Rs. 1 lakh by the Government Railway Police Force in Punjab's Ludhiana on Sunday.

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Shopping for Eid in full swing in Kashmir Valley

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:03 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmri) [India] June 25, (ANI) : : Ahead of Eid, markets in Srinagar were crowded with shoppers on Sunday.

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Rains force railways to cancel Ambernath-Badlapur route for rebuilding bridge

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 14:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 25 (ANI): Central Railways on Sunday cancelled train on the stretch between Ambernath and Vangani from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for rebuilding a bridge on the Ambernath-Badlapur section.

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Boxer Ankush Dahiya wins Gold in Ulaanbaatar Cup

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:51 IST

Ulaanbaatar [Mongolia], June 25 (ANI): Young Indian boxer Ankush Dahiya won the gold medal in the 60 kg weight category at the Ulaanbaatar Cup in Mongolia on Sunday.

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Pakistan must end cross-border terrorism, say protesting Afghans in London

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:51 IST

London [U.K.], June 25 (ANI): Accusing Pakistan, especially its armed forces and its Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of promoting a willful campaign of cross-border terrorism in the region and the border areas, scores of Afghans took part in a protest march in Central London, and demanded that Islamabad stop its policies of spreading instability in their country.

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Use Khadi products to help underprivileged: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to stop exchanging bouquets with each other and instead gift objects made of 'khadi' to provide employment to a large number of people.

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BAI announces Rs. 5 lakh reward for Srikanth post Australia Open win

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The Badminton Association of India (BAI) on Sunday announced a cash reward of Rs. 5 lakh for Kidambi Srikanth after the shuttler lifted his maiden Australian Open Super Series title in Sydney.

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PM hails ISRO's successful space mission programmes in Mann ki Baat

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Commending India's successful space mission programmes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) for recently launching Cartosat-2 Series.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: Railways, Punjab & Sindh Bank to meet in final

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:01 IST

Lucknow [India], June 24 (ANI): After clinching rousing wins in their respective semi-finals, Railway Sports Promotion Board and Punjab & Sind Bank will fight it out in the finals of the 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division here on Sunday.

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Farhan won't exploit Preity Zinta: Richa Chadha on 'Inside Edge'

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Richa Chadha spoke about her character in Farhan Akhtar's upcoming web series 'Inside Edge,' which was rumoured to have resembles to IPL franchise 'Kings XI Punjab' owner Preity Zinta.

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T'wood actor Ravi Teja's brother B Bharath Raj dies in road accident

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 13:00 IST

Telangana [India], June 25 (ANI): Tollywood actor Ravi Teja's brother B Bharath Raj died in a road accident after his car hit a parked lorry in outer ring road, Hyderabad, Saturday night.

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GJM relaxes indefinite strike by 12 hours on eve of Eid

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:50 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 25 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) on Sunday gave a 12 hour relaxation of its indefinite strike in Darjeeling, for the Muslim community on the eve of Eid.

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CAF jawan attempts suicide in Chhattisgarh

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:48 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 25 (ANI): A Chhattisgrah Armed Forces (CAF) jawan allegedly attempted suicide by shooting himself in the chest with his 'INSAS' service rifle in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.

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Tens of thousands take part in Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Balasore

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:48 IST

Balasore (Odisha) [India], June 25 (ANI): The annual Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's coastal Balasore town got off to a colourful start amid fanfare and religious fervor on Sunday, attracting lakhs of pilgrims from India and abroad.

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'Mann ki Baat': Emergency was a dark phase for the nation, says PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): On Sunday (June 25), Prime Minister Narendra Modi reminded people about the horrors of the emergency imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the month of June, 1975, and asked people to rededicate themselves towards the goal of strengthening democracy.

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Kidambi Srikanth has made India proud, says PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): While addressing his 33rd edition of his monthly radio broadcast of `Mann Ki Baat`, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday heaped praise on Kidambi Srikanth, saying the ace Indian shuttler has made the country proud with his terrific victories in the recent times.

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Mann Ki Baat: Yoga has united the world, says PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Just a few days after the enthusiastic observation and celebration of the third International Day of Yoga, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the efforts of organisers, saying, "Yoga has become a tool to bind the world together."

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Srikanth downs Olympic champion Chen Long to win Australian Open

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:17 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 25 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth produced yet another flawless and spectacular performance as he outplayed China's Chen Long in straight sets to lift his maiden Australian Open Super Series title on Sunday.

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Two army soldiers injured in Srinagar encounter

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:13 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): Two army personnel were injured in an encounter with militants in Srinagar's Pantha Chowk area on Sunday.

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Mann ki Baat: Govt's 'Clean India' programme has evolved into people's movement, says PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Delivering his 33rd 'Mann ki Baat' address to the nation on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is progressing steadily but surely towards achieving the dream of being open-defecation free.

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Children drinking non-cow milk little shorter than peers

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:06 IST

New York [US], June 25 (ANI): A new study suggests drinking non-cow milk- soy, almond or rice milks - is linked to shorter kids.

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Uttar Pradesh police officer's daughter commits suicide

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 12:05 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): Lucknow police officer Anil Singh's 14-year-old daughter Kritika hung herself here, last night. The reason behind her decision to commit suicide is unclear.

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Cilic to square off against Lopez in Queen's Club final

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:55 IST

London [U.K], June 25 (ANI): Fourth-seed Marin Cilic of Croatia and Spain's Feliciano Lopez will take on each other in Aegon Championships's finals here at the Queen's Club on Sunday.

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From Emergency to Yoga, here's what PM spoke in Mann ki Baat-33

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): From remembering Emergency by calling it the 'darkest hour' in the Indian democracy, to praising ISRO for its highly successful space mission programmes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his thoughts on various topics in the 33rd edition of the monthly radio programme- Mann Ki Baat.

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India's diversity is its uniqueness and its strength: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday offered his prayers and greetings to his countrymen on the occasion of Eid and the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra and urged citizens to get inspired by these festivals, spread happiness and take the country forward.

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Excessive texting is bad for your wrists

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:48 IST

New York [US], June 25 (ANI): Texting, the thing we do most with our phones, takes a toll on our health.

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Thugs of Hindostan: Katrina and 'deep blue sea'

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Katrina Kaif, who is currently shooting for 'Thugs of Hindostan' in Malta, has taken some time off from her busy schedule to hit the beach.

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Make this Eid a tech-savvy one!

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Festivities are galore, as the nation gears up to celebrate Eid.

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Wreath laying ceremony of martyr CRPF sub inspector takes place in Srinagar

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:00 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): The wreath laying ceremony of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) sub inspector Sahab Shukla, who lost his life in a terrorist attack at Srinagar's Pantha Chowk, took place on Sunday.

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Telangana: 18-month-old who fell in borewell dies

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:00 IST

Vikarabad (Telangana) [India], June 25 (ANI): The mortal remains of the 18-month-old girl, who fell into an open borewell in Vikarabad a few days back, were found at 245 feet on Sunday.

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Dell, Sikshana Foundation announce scholarship for 360 girls in Karnataka

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Sikshana Foundation, a Karnataka-based NGO, in collaboration with Dell awarded scholarships for the education of 360 underprivileged girl children from rural Karnataka.

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Even if you exercise, prolonged sitting is harmful: Study

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 11:00 IST

New York [US], June 25 (ANI): The harmful effects of too much sitting are clear. A new research now shows prolonged sitting may be harmful, even if you exercise regularly.

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India to take on West Indies in second ODI; weather forecast not good

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:35 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 25 (ANI): India will take on West Indies in the second ODI of the five-match series here at the Queens Park Oval, Trinidad on Sunday.

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Trump accuses Obama of not acting against Russia, again

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:35 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has accused former president Barack Obama of not taking an action against Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. elections, suggesting that they were trying to help Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.

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Study decodes genome of ancient Egyptians with unexpected results

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:34 IST

New York [US], June 25 (ANI): A team of scientists has found ancient Egyptians and their modern counterparts share less in common.

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Over 120 killed as oil tanker catches fire in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:34 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 25 (ANI) : Over 120 people were charred to death when an oil tanker burst into flames in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, on Sunday.

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Millenials use public library the most: Study

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:12 IST

New York [US], June 25 (ANI): It might sound unreal but a recent report suggests those selfie-snapping, blog-posting millennials are the generation most likely to visit a public library.

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Srikanth to take on Chen Long in Australian Open final

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:12 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 25 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth will today take on China's Chen Long in the men's singles final of the Australian Open Super Series badminton tournament here.

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Travel Tale: Priyanka Chopra 'twinning' with friends in Malibu

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is surely giving the perfect vacay goal, when the nation is enjoying a long weekend.

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Glide your way through bachelorhood with these five apps!

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 10:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Striking the perfect balance between personal and professional life can be tiresome.

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3.5 magnitude earthquake hits Manipur's Chandel

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:35 IST

Chandel (Manipur) [India], June 25 (ANI): A 3.5 magnitude earthquake shook Manipur's Chandel in the wee hours of Sunday.

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PM Modi in U.S.: BJP foreign affairs in-charge says terrorism will be discussed

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:31 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): Throwing light on the issues that will be discussed in an upcoming meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, Vijay Chauthaiwale, In-Charge, Department of Foreign Affairs, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has said that counter-terrorism would be a major topic of discussion.

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PM Modi thanks Trump for warm welcome, looks forward to discussions

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Hours after landing in Washington D.C., Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday thanked United States President Donald Trump for the warm welcome rendered to him, while saying that he was looking forward to discussions with the latter.

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At the age of writing love letters, I started struggling: Kangana

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Kangana Ranaut, known for leading life on her own terms, recently opened up on her struggling days and rebellious life.

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J-K: Pakistan violates ceasesfire in Naushera sector

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:28 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 25 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Sunday initiated an unprovoked and indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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ASSOCHAM-PwC report urges efficient waste disposal

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 09:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): In the wake of an improper waste disposal system, with waste being dumped without sufficient treatment, an ASSOCHAM-PwC study revealed that an estimated 88 square kilometer (sq. km.) of precious land needs to be brought under waste disposal through land filling by 2050.

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Kangana speaks on KJo, 'Nepotism' yet again

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 08:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The bold and beautiful Kangana Ranaut, once again, opened up on nepotism, adding that her much-talked about debate with Karan Johar on the same did not affect her at all.

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Egypt President Sisi ratifies Red Sea islands deal

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 08:51 IST

Cairo [Egypt], June 25 (ANI): Eypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has ratified the maritime demarcation deal that cedes sovereignty over two uninhabited Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia, despite widespread public criticism of the deal.

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Ahmedabad: Amit Shah attends 'Mangla Aarti' at Jagannath Temple

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 08:50 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 25 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah, who currently is in Ahmedabad, attended 'Mangla Aarti' at the Shree Jagannath Temple here on Sunday early morning.

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J-K cop lynching: Defence experts call for tougher action

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 08:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): A day after a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed to carry out investigation into lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police Mohammed Ayub Pandith, the defence experts on Sunday said it was not enough to curb such attacks, adding that state government should give a free hand to the police force to operate in counter insurgency measures.

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Centre trying to promote its Hindutva agenda: CPI on Naidu's Hindi remark

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 07:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Commenting on Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu's assertion that India cannot progress without Hindi, the Communist Party of India (CPI) on Sunday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Central Government is trying to promote its Hindutva agenda.

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Rajasthan: Criminal carrying Rs. 5 lakh reward on head killed in encounter

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 07:45 IST

Churu (Rajasthan) [India], June 25 (ANI): The police has killed a notorious criminal Anandpal Singh, who was carrying reward of Rs. 5 lakh on his head, in Rajasthan's Churu district.

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PM Modi in U.S: CEOs to stress on introducing stricter cyber laws in meeting

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 07:28 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Modi, who reached Washington D.C. minutes back, would be the first world leader to have a working dinner with Trump at the White House on Monday.

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Indian expats in U.S. cheer for PM Modi ahead of his arrival

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 07:02 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): As Prime Minister Narendra Modi was about to arrive at the Andrews Air Force base here, the Indian diaspora seemed excited and all set to render a warm welcome to him, who is on his fourth visit to the U.S. capital.

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PM Modi touches down at Andrews AF base fourth time in three years

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:51 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is no stranger to Washington D.C. As the head of the Indian Government, this is his fourth visit to the American capital.

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PM Modi to address nation through 'Mann Ki Baat' today

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will share his thoughts on a number of themes and issues in 'Mann Ki Baat' today at 11 a.m.

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PM Modi in U.S.: Former Obama advisor says H1B Visa issue won't be sorted out

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:13 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): The H1B Visa issue will most likely not be sorted out in the upcoming meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump, Joshua White, who served the Obama White House as senior advisor and director for South Asian affairs at the National Security Council, has said, adding, apart from the U.S. Congress, even the latter is opposed to reviving it.

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Mehbooba Govt. needs to act on Pantha Chowk terror attack: Defence experts

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Dubbing the Pantha Chowk terror attack, in which a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel lost his life, as 'reprehensible', defence experts on Sunday asked Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti-led Jammu and Kashmir Government to take a stern action to curb such attacks.

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AAP entered politics for profiteering not service: BJP

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): With the Election Commission to continue hearing the office of profit case against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that the Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal-led party has entered politics for profiteering and not for service.

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WB: BJP demands Mamata's resignation over attack on MP George Baker

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 06:07 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 25 (ANI): Condemning the attack on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP George Baker in West Bengal's Bardhaman's, the saffron party on Sunday said the state has been converted into a land of hoodlums under the Trinamool Congress (TMC) Government.

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Salman, SRK attend Baba Siddiqui's Iftar party, but separately

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 05:12 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 25 (ANI): Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, known for their bitter-sweet rivalry and Iftar party hugs, attended Baba Siddiqui's Iftar party on Saturday, but made separate appearances.

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Gurugram: Singer Fazilpuria creates ruckus in drunken state

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 04:46 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 25 (ANI): Singer Fazilpuria created nuisance in a drunken state in Gurugram on late Saturday night.

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PM Modi in U.S.: Pak-sponsored terrorism, H1B Visa to be discussed, says CFR official

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 04:17 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 25 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled meeting with United States President Donald Trump, senior fellow for India, Pakistan and South Asia at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Alyssa Ayres on Sunday said that a first in-person interaction is essential to bring a good chemistry between the two leaders as both Washington and New Delhi are concerned about terrorism emanating from Pakistan.

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Trump attacks Obama again, asks if he didn't want to hurt Hillary

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 03:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump inveighed against former president Barack Obama for having failed to respond to Russian meddling in the 2016 elections.

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Looking forward to host 'true friend' Modi: Donald Trump

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 02:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he has important issues to discuss with his 'true friend' Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Costa sees off Modi at airport in gesture showcasing deep friendship

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 01:49 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 25 (ANI): In a gesture highlighting his deep friendship and amicable bonds with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa was present at the airport to bid goodbye to the former, as he emplaned for his next stop-Washington D.C.

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India, Portugal sign 11 MoUs across various fields

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 01:41 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 25 (ANI): India and Portugal have signed eleven MOUs for cooperation in areas including double taxation avoidance, science and technology, trade and investment, nanotechnology, space research, administrative reforms and culture.

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UK Parliament rocked by cyberattack, MPs targeted

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 01:23 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 25 (ANI): A spokesperson for the Houses of Parliament has confirmed that the UK Parliament's computer system has been hit by a cyberattack.

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PM Modi presents 'Overseas Citizen of India' card to Portuguese PM

Updated: Jun 25, 2017 00:12 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the Overseas Citizen of India card to Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa, who traces his routes to Goa.

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BCCI struck a 'good deal' with ICC in terms of revenue: Vinod Rai

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 23:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): With the Indian Cricket Team getting whopping USD 405 million from the International Cricket Council (ICC), BCCI Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai on Saturday lauded BCCI Chief Executive Officer Rahul Johri Acting Secretary Amitabh Chaudhary for cracking the deal and added that the 293 million dollars deal from ICC was wrongly quoted.

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ICC Women's World Cup: India defeat England by 35 runs

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 23:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): The Indian women's cricket team launched their campaign at the ICC Women's World Cup at Derby today with a 35-run win over England.

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Kashmir unrest: Telecom companies directed to reduce data speed

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 22:49 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], (ANI): Amid the escalated unrest and terror attacks in the Valley, telecom companies have been directed to reduce 3G/4G data services to 2G speed (not more than 128 Kbps) in the whole of Kashmir Valley with immediate effect, on the directions of state police.

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There were 'perceptional, professional' issues between Kumble-Kohli: COA Chief

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 22:18 IST

Mumbai [India], June 24 (ANI): Amid the turmoil created post resignation of Anil Kumble, Chief of Committee of Administrators (COA) Vinod Rai on Saturday said that there were 'perceptional, professional' issues between the former coach and Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli.

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ICC not interfering in Indo-Pak bilateral series agreements an 'advantage': BCCI CoA

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 22:18 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): With the International Cricket Council (ICC) staying out of the row surrounding India-Pakistan bilateral series agreements, the BCCI Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai on Saturday admitted that step was an advantageous one for India.

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Srinagar: Two terrorists holed up inside DPS, Sec 144 imposed

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 22:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): With two terrorists holed up inside the Delhi Public School building in Srinagar's Pantha Chowk, restrictions under Section 144 have been imposed from Jammu and Kashmir's Ram Munshi Bagh to Sempora.

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PM Modi, Costa launch India-Portugal International StartUp Hub

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 21:57 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 24 (ANI) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Portuguese counterpart Antonio Costa launched a unique startup Portal - the India-Portugal International StartUp Hub (IPISH) - aimed at providing information on start-up hotspots in the two countries and associated policies.

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50 Cent reveals Helen Mirren 'turns him on'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 21:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): Rapper 50 Cent has admitted his love for the lauded British actress, Dame Helen Mirren.

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Will do everything to assure safety of Indians in Qatar: Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 21:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Saturday assured that the Indian government will do everything possible for the safety and well-being of Indians stranded in Qatar, who are facing a major blockade from the surrounding Arab countries.

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India, Portugal sign new agreements in 'taxation'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 21:10 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 24 (ANI): India and Portugal on Saturday signed new agreements in the field of taxation, science, space, youth affairs and sports to further expand their bilateral relations.

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H1B part of Trump's desire to overhaul entire immigration system: Dr. Aparna Pande

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 20:44 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 24 (ANI): Director of India initiative at Hudson Institute Dr. Aparna Pande has said that H1B visa is a part of United States President Donald Trump's desire to overhaul the entire immigration system of the country.

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Pantha Chowk terror attack: 'Cowardly attacks only boost our morale,' says CRPF

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 20:37 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): Following the terror attack earlier in the day in which a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel lost his life, Additional Director General of Police (ADG) of CRPF S.N. Srivastava said that

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Death toll in Parachinar twin blasts reaches over 50

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 19:51 IST

Parachinar (Kurram Agency) [Pakistan] June 24 (ANI): The death toll in Friday's twin blasts in one of the busiest neighbourhoods in Kurram Agency's Parachinar rose to 57 on Saturday.

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Hockey World League Semi-Final: India crushes Pakistan with convincing 6-1 win

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 19:47 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 24 (ANI): The Indian Men's Hockey team scored a convincing 6-1 win against Pakistan in the classification match of the Hero Hockey World League Semi Final here on Saturday.

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Ozone exposure ups autism odds in at-risk people

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 19:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Elevated exposure to ozone can put individuals with high levels of genetic variation at an even higher risk for developing autism than would be expected by adding the two risk factors together, according to a recent analysis.

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Portuguese PM arranges special 'Gujarati lunch' for PM Modi

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 19:42 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 24 (ANI): A gesture exuding personal warmth and attention, Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa organised a special Gujarati meal at the lunch organised for visiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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BJP leader allegedly attacked in Bardhaman

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:57 IST

Bardhaman (West Bengal) [India], June 24 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament George Baker was allegedly thrashed and his car vandalized in West Bengal's Bardhaman's Kalna area on Saturday.

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Two security personnel killed, three injured in Sukma operation against Naxals

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:56 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 24 (ANI): Two security personnel were killed and three injured in an exchange of fire with Naxals in Sukma on Saturday.

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Rose Valley scam: CBI to interrogate Tripura minister on June 29

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:55 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 24 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday issued notice to Tripura's Social Welfare and Social Education Minister Bijita Nath and asked her to be present at her Agartala residence on June 29 for interrogation.

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J-K: Terrorist strike kills CRPF SI, injures two jawans

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:54 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): One Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Sub-Inspector lost his life and two jawans got injured after terrorists attacked their vehicle near Srinagar.

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APCC demands revival of APCMUHIS

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:48 IST

Itanagar [Arunachal Pradesh], June 24 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) took a dig at the ruling Bharaitya Janata Party (BJP) state government for its contradictory policy and demanded the immediate reintroduction of the Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister's Universal Health Insurance Scheme (APCMUHIS).

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Charlie Sheen sued again for allegedly exposing ex to HIV

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): Another former girlfriend of American actor Charlie Sheen has filed a lawsuit against him for allegedly exposing her to the deadly human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

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Salman's lowest Eid opening 'Tubelight' is '2nd highest opener of 2017'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): It may have taken the lowest opening for a Salman Khan movie that released around Eid in last 5 years, but 'Tubelight' has managed to gross Rs 21.15 crore on the opening day, becoming the second highest opener of 2017.

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India thrash Pakistan 6-1 in Hockey World League

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 18:15 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 24 (ANI): India walloped Pakistan 6-1 in in a 5-8 classification play-off in the Hockey World League semi-final in London on Saturday.

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PM Modi arrives in Portugal on first leg of three-nation tour

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:58 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 24 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Lisbon, Portugal on the first leg of his three-nation tour on Saturday.

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DRI's Mumbai branch arrests one, recovers gold, dark metallic powder

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Saturday arrested a person and recovered five kilograms of gold and 1.5 kilograms of dark metallic powder, worth Rs.1.7 crores, from the air cargo complex here.

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When disaster strikes, selfless heroism may not be good

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Putting others first can cost lives in life-and-death disaster situations involving groups of people, a new study suggested.

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Srikanth vows to play his best in Australian Open final

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): India's hopeful Kidambi Srikanth, who is set to take on Chen Long in the Australian Open Super Series final, has described his Chinese opponent as 'tough', and said that he would play his usual and would not succumb to the pressure of finale.

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Security review meeting held for upcoming Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:51 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Core Group Security (CGS) held a meeting at Nagrota on Saturday to coordinate arrangements and security for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

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ICC Women`s World Cup first global sports event to launch special Twitter emojis for captains

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:51 IST

Dubai [U.A.E.], June 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the ICC Women's World Cup will be the first global sports event to launch special Twitter emojis for captains as part of an unprecedented level of digital coverage for the women's game.

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Ballabhgarh murder accused sent on three-day police remand

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:47 IST

Palwal (Haryana) [India], June 24 (ANI): The accused arrested in connection with Ballabhgarh murder case was sent to three-day police remand on Saturday.

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Seven Naxals arrested in Chhattisgarh`s Dantewada

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:47 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 24 (ANI): Seven Naxals of Jan Militia were arrested in a joint operation of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Police in Dantewada's Kuakonda on Saturday.

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Now, 'self-folding' origami

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): According to a team of researchers, a simple chemical "programming" can induce a single piece of Nafion foil to fold itself using origami and kirigami principles.

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Ministers, MLAs will give one month salary to support loan waiver: Fadnavis

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday announced that the state government has decided to waive off Rs. 34,000 crores in loans and added all ministers and MLAs will give a month's salary to support the loan waiver.

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Cricket Australia confirms pre-Bangladesh tour camp

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:33 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 24 (ANI): Cricket Australia on Saturday confirmed that the national cricket team will undergo a week-long camp at Darwin before moving to Bangladesh for a two Test series in August.

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Gurgaon gets yet another partyscape with 'Lord of the Drinks - Barrel House'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): After mesmerizing Delhiites with its energetic vibe, delectable food and spectacular ambience at CP, Hauz Khas and Nehru Place, 'Lord of The Drinks - Barrel House' is now all set to pulsate the vibes of the residents of Gurgaon.

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Modi's visit to U.S. of great significance, says defence expert

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Defence expert Praful Bakshi on Saturday said the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump would be of great significance.

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Ballabgarh Murder: CPI (M) demands identification of political connections of criminals

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) demanded identification of the political connections of the criminals and appropriate action in a case where a youth was murdered after a scuffle broke out in a train over a seat in Haryana's Palwal.

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Here's why following a friend in a car is risky

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Drivers who follow another car to a destination are more likely to drive dangerously, according to a recent study.

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Lalu and Nitish must resolve their conflict for Bihar: Shatrugan Sinha

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): In wake of the ongoing political conflict between Bihar Chief Minister (CM) Nitish Kumar and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav over the upcoming presidential polls, Member of Parliament (MP) Shatrugan Sinha urged both leaders to resolve their conflict for the benefit of Bihar.

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The 'Indian connection' will reflect in Modi-Costa talks

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:15 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 24 (ANI): The Indian connection of Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio

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Rhino horn, Tokay Gecko worth over Rs two crore seized in WB

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:07 IST

Alipurduar (West Bengal) [India], June 24 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and forest department in a joint operation arrested a person with a Rhino horn and Tokay Gecko worth over Rs two crore.

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Pak violates ceasefire in Poonch sector

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 17:06 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): Pakistan on Saturday violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector.

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Terrorist 'sanctuaries' in Afghanistan responsible for recent attacks in Pak: ISPR

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:56 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): Terrorist sanctuaries in Afghanistan are squarely to be blamed for the recent bombings in Quetta and Parachinar, claimed the Inter-Services Public Relations wing of the Pakistan armed forces on Saturday.

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Film actors joining politics ruined Tamil Nadu: Swamy

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Saturday took a jibe at Rajinikanth, who recently expressed his intentions to join politics, saying Tamil Nadu has been ruined because of film actors joining politics.

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Armaan Malik mesmerises Delhiites with first ever club gig

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Bollywood's youngest sensation Armaan Malik, who has won zillion hearts with his melodious voice, brought the house down with his splendid performance, here in the national capital.

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2 people die in Kashmere Gate car accident

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India] June 24, (ANI) : Two people died and two have been injured after a car ran over the pavement at Kashmere Gate in Delhi on Saturday.

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Bradley Cooper shoots 'A Star is Born' scene at Glastonbury

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:42 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 24 (ANI): Fans at Glastonbury Festival were in for a surprise when Bradley Cooper crashed Kris Kristofferson's set to shoot some scenes of his upcoming movie 'A Star is Born.'

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W.Bengal girl child scheme receives highest UN public service award

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:38 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], June 24 (ANI): The United Nations has awarded the first prize for public service to the West Bengal Government for its girl child scheme titled "Kanyashree Prakalpa".

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Student injured in explosion in South Waziristan

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:38 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): At least one student was injured when a landmine exploded in Ladha, South Waziristan, on Saturday.

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24/7 helpline '181' for launched for women in Manipur

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:31 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 24 (ANI): In a bid to address problems faced by women in Manipur, the Biren Singh-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government has launched a toll free 24/7 helpline number 181 for women in the state.

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Here's why you should be yourself at work

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): When it comes to your career, you may want to come out of the closet, according to a recent study.

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JIT interrogates Sharif's son-in-law

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 16:12 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): Captain (Retired) Mohammad Safdar, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's son-in-law, was interrogated by the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) that is looking into the Panamagate case on Saturday.

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CPEC framework constructed wind energy project starts operation in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 15:58 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): The first harvest wind power project constructed under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework in Pakistan has started commercial operation.

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Miley Cyrus feels she's proved what she wanted to do

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 15:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): It seems like Miley Cyrus is feeling really good about her new image and music.

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Ruchi Soya launches corporate initiative to make Yoga a part of working day on International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): On the occasion of International Yoga Day on June 21 st, Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd. launched a pioneering initiative, the Ruchi 'Saral Yoga' Abhiyaan to integrate yoga in the corporate routine through daily yoga sessions for all employees.

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Three jawans critical after encounter with Maoists in Sukma

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:56 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 24, (ANI): Three paramilitary personnel were critically injured on Saturday during an encounter with Maoists in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh. Till the last reports came, total five jawans were injured who were evacuated and shifted to hospital.

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Indian youth selected to represent the nation at United Nations

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): The UN Summit of 2015 was indeed a historic one; the world leaders adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. However, the goals didn't come into force until 2016. With the aim of achieving these goals, member countries of UN will deploy efforts to put an end to poverty, eliminate inequalities, and curb climate change.

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Here's why you should let your kid finger-count

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Turns out, this little piggy can make you a whole lot better at math. According to a recent study, counting on the fingers is the best way to learn.

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One arrested in Ballabhgarh murder case

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:43 IST

Palwal (Haryana) [India], June 24 (ANI): The police on Saturday arrested one person in connection with a case wherein a youth was murdered after a scuffle broke out in a train over a seat here.

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MP Minister says will approach high court over EC disqualification notice

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:37 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 24 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Minister Narottam Mishra, who was disqualified by the Election Commission for filing wrong accounts of his election-related expenditure, on Saturday said he will challenge the order in the high court.

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14 PIA personnel arrested for drug smuggling through planes

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:36 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): Fourteen employees of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have reportedly been arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) on charges of drug smuggling through PIA aircraft.

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Two suspected terrorists killed in Peshawar

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:35 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): Police in Peshawar have confirmed the elimination of two suspected terrorists in the Chamkani area of the city this morning.

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DSP Pandith murdered in cold-blood: Nirmal Singh

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:23 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 24 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Saturday termed death of Deputy Superintendent of Police Mohammed Ayub Pandith a 'cold-blooded' murder.

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Brisk walk your way to Alzheimer's prevention

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Want to keep Alzheimer's disease at bay? According to a recent study, you may want to put on those walking shoes and head to a park.

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Palbinder Kaur Shergill becomes first turbaned Sikh woman to be appointed Canada SC judge

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): British Columbia Supreme Court judge of Indian-origin Parbinder Kaur Shergill has become first turbaned Sikh woman Supreme Court judge of Canada.

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Bajaj Electricals partners with IFSC as lead sponsor

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): India's leading brand of kitchen and domestic appliances Bajaj Electricals has announced its partnership with The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) as a lead sponsor.

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Solar energy accounts for the largest employment in the power generation sector of US

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:05 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], June 24 (ANI): Solar energy in the United States of America (U.S.A) alone employs more people traditional coal, gas and oil combined.

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When victims become assaulters

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 24 (ANI): Turns out, boyhood violence victims are more likely to commit similar acts on their intimate partners.

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Centre gives green signal for Greater Noida International Airport

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 24 (ANI): The Centre has granted approval for a greenfield International Airport at Jewar in Greater Noida.

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Monsoon session of Parliament from July 17 to August 11

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): The monsoon session of Parliament will commence on the day voting for the presidential election will take place.

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KNOCKONWOOD wins best design stall for RR Decor at Heimtextil 2017

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI-NewsVoir): KNOCKONWOOD, a leading furniture brand on Saturday announced that it has won the prestigious Best Stall Design Award for RR Decor, one of India's leading textile designers and exporters at the renowned Heimtextil 2017 held recently in Delhi from June 20-22, 2017 at Pragati Maidan, which saw over 180 companies participate from around the world.

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GRR Martin's 'Nightflyers' turning into TV series

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:54 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 24 (ANI): George RR Martin is bringing his sci-fi thriller novel 'Nightflyers' to life at Syfy.

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Swine flu claims three more lives in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:54 IST

Mumbai [India] June 24 (ANI): As many as three more patients succumbed to the H1N1 (Swine Flu) here on Saturday, taking the death toll to 10 this year.

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US special envoy to Af-Pak region steps down

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:51 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 24 (ANI): Laurel Miller, United States acting Special Envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan, has resigned to return to a position at the Rand Corporation.

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It's gratifying to lend my voice to Star Wars: Ron Howard

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 24 (ANI): Ron Howard, who has been given a task of directing possibly the biggest franchise in the history of Hollywood, 'Star Wars,' feels that he is pleased to lend his voice to this franchise now.

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Renewable energy can create over 30,0000 jobs in India

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India] June24, (ANI) : The recent joint report of India's Council on Energy, Environment and Water(CEEW) and the Natural Resources Defense Council(NRDC) states the growth of renewable energy in India could create over three lakh new jobs over the next five years.

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Rajasthan: Jat leaders call off their strike

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:34 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 24 (ANI): The Jat community in Rajasthan's Bharatpur and Dholpur districts called off their agitation on Saturday after being given assurances by the state government that their demand for receiving the benefits of reservation under the OBC category would be taken up by the cabinet and resolved.

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Abhishek Bachchan shares awwdorable photo of Aishwarya and Aaradhya

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): It seems like actor Abhishek Bachchan has finally joined Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya on their vacation as he could not resist sharing an adorable photo of mother-daughter duo on his social media account.

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Drunk society guard arrested in Greater Noida for attempted rape

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:17 IST

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 24 (ANI): A drunk society guard has been arrested for allegedly trying to rape a 19-year-old student in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

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Nitish Kumar is a cheat, claims RJD leader

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:10 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 24 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Bhai Virendra on Saturday described Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as a cheat who has made a "big mistake" by extending his support to NDA nominee Ram Nath Kovind over former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar for the forthcoming presidential election.

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Spice GST Suvidha provider is all geared up for July 1st

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): India is at the dawn of implementation of fair taxation, GST is all set to rollout on July 1st. The primary purpose of the Goods and Services Tax Network GSTN is to offer IT infrastructure and services to central and state governments, taxpayers and other stakeholders, to further facilitate the implementation of the GST.

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India cannot progress without Hindi, says Naidu

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 12:41 IST

Ahmadabad (Gujarat) [India], June 24 (ANI): In the event of anti-Hindi backlash being witnessed across the country, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday said Hindi is the national language of India and it is impossible to progress without the language.

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Salman's 'Tubelight' records second best opening day of 2017

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Salman Khan's much-awaited movie 'Tubelight' has released, and as expected, the movie has got a rave opening at the box office.

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J-K mob lynching: Three more arrested, SIT constituted

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 12:29 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], June 24 (ANI): The police on Saturday arrested three more persons in connection with the lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police Mohammed Ayub Pandith, leading to a total of five arrests.

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China again stalls India`s NSG bid

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:55 IST

Berne [Switzerland] June 24 (ANI): Thanks to China, India's wait for Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) membership continues as the twenty-seventh plenary meeting of the body ended here without handing out any good news for New Delhi.

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PeeCee raises temperatures through new Instagram photo

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Everyone knows that Priyanka Chopra is a busy actress. Even before we could have settled in with her Hollywood debut 'Baywatch,' PeeCee has reportedly started shooting for her next Hollywood project.

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EC rejects pleas of 21 AAP MLAs in office of profit case

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): In a major setback for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Election Commission (EC) on Friday rejected the pleas of 21 AAP legislators to drop the office of profit case filed against them.

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Kashmiri youth fascinated by theatre

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:41 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 24, (ANI) : A number of young and educated Kashmiri youth are showing a keen interest to join theatre with the aim of becoming professional actors.

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Saudi Arabia's demands 'infringe upon our sovereignty': Qatar

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India]/Doha [Qatar], June 24 (ANI): Responding to the list of demands handed over to Qatar by Saudi Arabia as the price for lifting a blockade on trade and diplomacy, Qatar's Ambassador to the United States Meshal bin Hamad Al Thani has asserted that it was an attempt to 'infringe' upon the state's sovereignty.

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Separatist leader Yaseen Malik under house arrest

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 24 (ANI): Srinagar Police on Saturday placed Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Yasin Malik under house arrest ahead of Eid.

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100 feared buried by landslide in Southwest China

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:35 IST

Beijing [China], June 24 (ANI):As many as 100 people are feared buried under a landslide in China's Sichuan province on Saturday morning, reports Xinhua, quoting authorities in Maoxian County.

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Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates 30.5 meter tricolour at Tirupati Airport

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:35 IST

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 24 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu hoisted a 30.5 meter national flag at Tirupati Airport this week.

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Targeted drug gives assured benefits in rare advanced kidney cancer

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): People suffering from advanced kidney cancer, we have some good news for you.

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Afghans takes to London streets to protest against Pak-sponsored terrorism

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 11:09 IST

London [U.K.], June 24 (ANI): Scores of Afghans took part in a protest march in Central London against Pakistan for sponsoring terrorism and creating instability in their country.

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Jat agitation: Nizamuddin-Kota Express Train cancelled, two others diverted

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:55 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): Amid the agitation by the Jat community over a demand for Other Backward Class (OBC) reservation benefits, the Nizamuddin-Kota Express Train and the Kota-Patna Express were cancelled on Saturday, while two other trains were diverted.

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Tripura worse than Bihar on women safety: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:54 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 24 (ANI): Assam Finance Minister and convener of the Northeast Democratic Alliance (Neda) Himanta Biswa Sarma has charged Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar with failure to provide safety and security to women in his state.

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Two Moradabad women set ablaze in case of honour killing

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:43 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh)[India], June 24 (ANI): A married woman and her sister-in-law were allegedly set ablaze by family members in Anwla Ghat of Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad district for marrying a man against their wishes.

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Enjoyable activities can lower blood pressure in Alzheimer`s caregivers

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): In a recent study, leisure activities like going for a walk outside, reading, listening to music and other fun activities can reduce blood pressure for elderly caregivers of spouses with Alzheimer's disease.

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Mortal remains of soldier Sandeep Jadhav brought to his village

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:37 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], June 24 (ANI): The mortal remains of army soldier Sandeep Jadhav, who lost his life in an attack by the Pakistan Border Action Team (BAT) a couple of days ago, was brought to his village in Maharashtra's Aurangabad district on Saturday for his last rites.

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Anti-epilepsy drug to treat Alzheimer's disease?

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): According to a recent study, the scientists have tested an anti-epileptic drug for its potential impact on the brain activity of patients with mild Alzheimer's disease.

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Counter-terrorism, security, priority of Modi-Trump meeting: Envoy Sarna

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 10:08 IST

Washington [USA], June 24 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day official visit to the United States, India's Ambassador to that country, Navtej Sarna, said Saturday that Prime Minister Modi and President Trump would discuss crucial issues such as counter-terrorism, security and cyber security.

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests eight fishermen from TN

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 09:44 IST

Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 24 (ANI): At least eight fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy from Tamil Nadu's Nagapattinam in the late hours of Friday for allegedly entering into Sri Lankan territorial waters.

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White House terms Depp's Trump assassination remarks 'sad'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 09:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): The White House has finally responded to Johnny Depp for his controversial remarks on assassinating Donald Trump and has described his words as "sad".

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Jaishankar meets Tillerson ahead of PM Modi's visit

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 09:07 IST

Washington [USA] June 24 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar has met US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's US visit.

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Five London towers being evacuated over fire safety inspection

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 09:07 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): In the aftermath of the tragic fire that broke out at the Grenfell Tower, residents from over 800 homes were evacuated following inspection of fire safety norms and its compliance, reports The Guardian.

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Graceful Alia practices classical dance in new Instagram still

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 09:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Alia Bhatt has a lot of fan following on Instagram and she keeps on sharing photos on a regular basis to keep her fans posted.

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'Late Night' host Stephen Colbert plans to run for president in 2020

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 08:33 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 24 (ANI): The list of potential 2020 Presidential nominees just keeps getting bigger and bigger.

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India must convince U.S. that New Delhi's rise is in American interest: Report

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 08:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to United States on June 25-26, a report published on the Brookings website has said that New Delhi must attempt to convince Washington that India's rise is in American interest.

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Trump claims Obama 'knew of election meddling by Russia'

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 07:59 IST

Washington [USA], June 24 (ANI): In a fresh salvo directed towards Barack Obama, incumbent U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that the former president was aware of Russian meddling in the November 8 presidential elections, but did nothing about it.

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PM Modi meeting Trump will help iron out existing bilateral concerns: Indian-American community

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 07:58 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 24 (ANI): The Indian-American community here is enthusiastically awaiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit and is hopeful that his first official meeting with President Donald Trump on Sunday will go a long way in ironing out existing bilateral concerns between the two nations.

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Modi US visit: Indian envoy pins hope on strengthening bilateral ties

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 07:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 24 (ANI): India's Ambassador to the United States Navtej Sarna on Saturday expressed hope that the upcoming three-day visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States -- his first during the tenure of President Donald Trump -- will help both leaders to exchange views on subjects of interest to both countries, and thus result in a further strengthening of the bilateral relationship.

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U.S. condemns blasts in Quetta, Parachinar; offers support to Pakistan

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 07:33 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 24 (ANI): The United States has condemned the attacks in Quetta and Parachinar, in which more than 30 people lost their lives and several others injured.

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PM Modi leaves for three-nation tour

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 07:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning left for Portugal, the first-leg of his three-nation tour.

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BJP slams Congress for `dividing` nation on Presidential election

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 06:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Appreciating Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's stand of supporting NDA presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday slammed the Congress Party for 'dividing' the nation on the presidential election.

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Assam: UPLF commander apprehended by Indian Army

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 06:25 IST

Udalguri (Assam) [India], June 24 (ANI): A top commander of United Peoples Liberation Front (UPLF), Garang Gajao, has been apprehended by a joint team of troops of Red Horns Division under Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army and the police.

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Suspected AANLA cadres nabbed in Assam

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 06:25 IST

Udalguri (Assam) [India], June 24 (ANI): The troops of Red Horns Division under Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army launched a joint operation with Udalguri Police based on specific input in order to nab suspected All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) cadres in general area Naobandha in Udalguri district.

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Australian Open: Kidambi Srikanth to take on China's Shi Yuqi in semis

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 05:53 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 24 (ANI): Recently-crowned Indonesia Open champion Kidambi Srikanth will today take on fourth seed China's Shi Yuqi in the semi-finals of the men's singles event of the Australian Open Super Series here at the Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre.

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India to take on England in Women's World Cup opener

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 05:21 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): The Indian women's team will today lock horns with title contenders England in the tournament-opener of the 11th edition of the ICC Women's World Cup at Derby.

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White House expecting 'robust discussion' between Trump, PM Modi

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 04:29 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 24 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer is expecting a very robust discussion to take place between U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the latter's upcoming visit.

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China wants Pakistan in NSG, therefore obstructing India's entry: Defence experts

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 04:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): As China continues to obstruct India's entry into the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), the defence experts on Saturday were of the view that Beijing has set its condition that if New Delhi becomes a member of the body, so should Pakistan.

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Approval of sale of 22 drones 'valuable signal' for India-America ties: Defence expert

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 04:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): With United States approving the sale of 22 Guardian drones to India ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington, the defence experts on Saturday dubbed the development as a 'valuable signal' from President Donald Trump administration that they are keen to retain the continuity in the two countries' bilateral policy.

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Messi's 21-month prison sentence likely to be swapped for fine

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 03:41 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): Barcelona star Lionel Messi could avoid his 21-month prison sentence for tax fraud for a fine.

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From Oct.1, DRS to be used in T20Is

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 03:24 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executives' committee has approved all recommendations made by the ICC cricket committee in May, which include the use of Decision Review System (DRS) in all T20I games and teams not losing a review when an LBW review comes back as Umpire's Call.

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Imran Khawaja appointed as ICC deputy chairman

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 03:10 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Chairman of Associates Imran Khawaja as its deputy chairman.

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Oppn. shouldn't make presidential election matter of confrontational politics: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 03:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Standing by the side of their leader Nitish Kumar, the Janata Dal (United) on Saturday said that instead of making the presidential election a matter of confrontational politics, the Congress-led opposition should focus on the challenge of 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

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Terror plot to attack Grand Mosque in Mecca foiled

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 02:29 IST

Mecca [Saudi Arabia], June 24 (ANI): A terror plot to attack the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia's Mecca has been foiled by the security forces on Friday.

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England's Jason Roy becomes first player to be given out obstructing the field in T20Is

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 02:24 IST

Taunton [UK], June 24 (ANI): England batsman Jason became the first ever batsman to be given out obstructing the field in T20 Internationals (T20I) during his side's three-run defeat against South Africa at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton on Friday.

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Death toll in Parachinar blasts rises to 34

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 02:20 IST

Parachinar (Kurram Agency) [Pakistan], June 24 (ANI): The death toll in two subsequent explosions at a densely populated area of Kurram Agency's Parachinar city Friday evening has risen to 34.

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Proteas beat England in thriller to level T20 series

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 02:09 IST

Taunton [UK], June 24 (ANI): A brilliant half century from opener Jason Roy went in vain as South Africa defeated England by three runs in a thrilling second T20I to level the three-match series 1-1 here at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton on Friday.

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Congress hopes JD (U) changes stance, supports Bihar's 'daughter' Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 02:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Maintaining the same stand on their presidential nominee, the Congress Party hopes that the Janata Dal (United) changes its stance and puts its weight behind Meira Kumar, the 'daughter of Bihar'.

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India vs West Indies: First ODI abandoned as rain play spoilsport

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 01:49 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 24 (ANI): The first ODI of the five-match series between India and West Indies was abandoned after rains started pouring during the Indian innings here at the Queen's Park Oval on Friday.

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Trump signs VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 01:29 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 24 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has signed the Veterans Affairs (VA) Accountability Bill that will make it easier to fire incompetent employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs, local media reports said.

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New Dy. Chairman, Pakistan World XI Series on agenda for final day of ICC Meetings

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 01:11 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has outlined the process for the incorporation of a new governing body for cricket in the USA and confirmed all cricket activities should continue during the transition period following the expulsion of the USA Cricket Association from ICC membership.

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Hockey India unites regions to celebrate Olympic Day 2017

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 00:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Hockey India's member units marked the International Olympic Day with celebrations that involved young and the old, men and women, from different regions, from different backgrounds to come together and rejoice the momentous occasion celebrating the inclusive spirit of hockey.

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Bopanna-Dodig crash out of Aegon Championships

Updated: Jun 24, 2017 00:30 IST

London [UK], June 24 (ANI): Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig got knocked out of the ongoing Aegon Championships after suffering a straight-sets defeat against the French duo of Julien Benneteau and Edouard Roger-Vasseli in semi-finals last evening.

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RJD worker says was thrashed, humiliated by Tej Pratap during Iftar party

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 23:09 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 23 (ANI): A Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) worker was allegedly thrashed and beaten by state Health Minister and party member Tej Pratap Yadav on the suspicion of being a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) 'agent'.

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India takes up Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Nathu La issue with China

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday confirmed that the pilgrims visiting Kailash Mansarovar through Nathu-la in Sikkim faced some difficulties from the Chinese side, adding the issue is being discussed with them.

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India, Russia sign roadmap to boost bilateral military cooperation

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 23:04 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 23 (ANI): The meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military Technical Cooperation concluded here on Friday, in which Defence Minister Arun Jaitley and his Russian counterpart General Sergey Shoigu signed a roadmap for boosting bilateral military cooperation.

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Kumble's exit won't have affect India's performance: Kohli's childhood coach

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma on Friday said the Indian cricket team won't be affected by the absence of Anil Kumble during the first one-day international against the West Indies being played in Port Spain today.

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WB Govt. honoured with UN Public Service Award for Kanyashree Prakalpa

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 22:53 IST

The Hague [Netherlands], June 23 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday received the highest prize in United Nations Public Service Award for the state government's Kanyashree Prakalpa (Girl Child) scheme in The Hague, Netherlands.

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Haryana: Man murdered after argument over seat in train

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 22:44 IST

Palwal (Haryana) [India], June 23 (ANI): A man was murdered after a scuffle broke out in a train over a seat in Haryana's Palwal, said the police on Friday.

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ED registers case against terror outfits, Hurriyat

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday registered a case against Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed and members of Hurriyat Conference, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and Dukhtaran-e-Millat under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

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Rajasthan quota agitation: Jat leader wants assurance from Govt. 'in writing'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 22:19 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 23 (ANI): After Jat protestors in Rajasthan blocked railway tracks seeking OBC quota reservation for the community belonging to Dholpur and Bharatpur districts, Jat leader Vishvendra Singh on Friday stated that if government was willing to provide reservation, it should be given in writing.

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South Korea conducts missile test with warning to North Korea

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 22:18 IST

Seoul [South Korea], June 23 (ANI): South Korea on Friday conducted a missile test aimed at sending warning to North Korea's repeated provocations.

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Application deadline for Team India Head Coach extended till July 9

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday extended the deadline to apply for the post of Team India Head Coach till July 9.

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'Bihar ki beti' Meira nominated to lose: Nitish Kumar

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:43 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 23 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) chief and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday said 'Bihar ki beti' Meira Kumar has been nominated as the Presidential candidate by the Opposition only to lose.

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Parachinar blasts death toll rises to 25, 100 injured

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:43 IST

Parachinar (Kurram Agency) [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): At least 25 people have been killed and over 100 injured in two subsequent explosions at a densely populated area of Kurram Agency's Parachinar city Friday evening.

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Lalu brand ambassador of 'Jungle Raj', says Giriraj Singh

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Minister of State for Micro Small and Medium Enterises Giriraj Singh has described Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Bihar chief Minister Lalu Yadav as the "brand ambassador of Jungle Raj".

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PM Modi to boost trade, security ties during three-nation tour

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): A day ahead of his three-nation tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that he intends to strengthen ties will all the three nations - Portugal, The Netherlands, and the United States.

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CBSE tell Delhi HC it will re-evaluate answer sheets of students who have asked for it'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 21:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Friday told the Delhi High Court that it will re-evaluate the answer sheets of students who have asked for it.

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ONGC facilitates startups under government's flagship programme

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:59 IST

Mumbai [India], June 23 (ANI): The ONGC has launched the 'ONGC Start-Up Fund' on 14th August 2016. ONGC, SINE and IIT Bombay entered into a MoU to work together for incubating innovative ideas and business Start-Ups in the Energy Sector at the Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SINE) of IIT Bombay.

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Kovind is supported by the majority, his victory is sure: Naidu

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday stressed that Centre's presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind has the backing of all NDA partners and his victory is assured

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Taliban chief warns U.S. that troop surge in Afghanistan will be a 'mistake'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:52 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): The leader of Afghanistan's Taliban, Mawlavi Haibatullah Akhundzada, has warned the United States that it will be "making a mistake" by increasing its troop strength to combat insurgents.

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National Conference condemns lynching of Kashmir police officer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:50 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): The spokesperson of the National Conference (NC), Junaid Matoo, on Friday expressed shock and anguish over the brutal killing of a deputy superintendent of police in Srinagar and said that this act of barbarism should be condemned unequivocally by all.

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Meira's nomination Oppn.'s strategy to divide Dalits: Adityanath

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:43 IST

Lucknow (UP) [India], June 23 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the Opposition parties named Meira Kumar as their Presidential nominee to "divide and disrespect Dalits."

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Hyderabad Police arrests 22-yr-old ISIS sympathizer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:42 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): A 22 year-old was arrested by the Hyderabad Police on Friday on the suspect of being an ISIS sympathiser and attempting to carry out subversive activities in the country.

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NDA's GST format is complicated: Congress

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:42 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23 (ANI): With a week left for Goods and Services Tax (GST) to be implemented, the Congress Party on Friday said the NDA government's 'uniform tax regime' is complicated and will cause trouble in the future.

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Chouhan asks Centre to purchase bumper crops

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said the Centre has given an assurance that it will buy onions and various kinds of lentils from farmers in the wake of a price fall and a 20 percent agriculture growth in the state this year.

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Railways call on Jats to end their protest

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): A railway official on Friday said that the ongoing Jat protest was hindering movement of railway traffic and causing a hindrance to passengers.

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1993 Mumbai blasts: Argument on quantum of sentence adjourned till June 27

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:20 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23 (ANI): The argument for deciding the quantum of sentence for the 1993 Mumbai serial blast case accused was deferred till June 27 by a Special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court on Friday.

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ShopClues rolls out GST compliance services for over 6, 00,000 MSME merchants

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 20:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): India's first and largest marketplace ShopClues is introducing several merchant initiatives and workshops nationwide to have a smooth transition to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework.

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European Energy Leaders Discuss Solar Powering Digital Energy

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:50 IST

Brussels (Belgium), June 23 (ANI): European energy leaders recently came together for the 'Solar Power Dialogues',to discuss the incredible achievements of solar and how solar is driving the digitalisation of the European energy transition.

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European Union to continue fight against climate change

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:50 IST

Strasbourg [France], June 23 (ANI): The European Council on Thursday reiterated its commitment to fully implement the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, adding that the agreement remains a keystone in global efforts to effectively tackle climate change, and therefore, cannot be renegotiated.

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Security cover given to Mirwaiz should be revoked: Swamy

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Friday questioned the need for providing security to Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.

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Bihar protesters vandalise railway station over demand for jobs

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:26 IST

Nalanda (Bihar) [India], June 23 (ANI): Students vandalised the Sharif Railway Station in Bihar's Nalanda district on Friday over a demand for jobs in the Indian Railways.

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GJM leader Gurung urges action against police for firing teargas shells

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:16 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal)[India], June 23 (ANI): The recent teargas shell firing by police in Darjeeling, West Bengal, prompted Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) leader Bimal Gurung to ask the relevant authorities to charge Darjeeling's Superintendent of Police (SP), Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) and the district magistrate (DM) for ordering the action.

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Second air cargo flight from Afghanistan to arrive in India tomorrow

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The second air cargo flight carrying 10 MTs of fresh fruits and 30 MTs of vegetable and medicinal plants from Kandahar, Afghanistan will arrive in New Delhi on June 24, 2017.

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High time for Kashmiris to repel militancy, say experts

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith in Srinagar prompted defence experts to unanimously demand that the people of Jammu and Kashmir repel militancy and combat terrorism head on.

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NIA files supplementary charge sheet against ISIS supporter

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:01 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Hyderabad branch of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary charge sheet before the NIA Special Court against one of the accused namely Mohammed Irfan for his alleged role in the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terror conspiracy module.

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Saina Nehwal crashes out of Australian Open Super Series

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Indian ace shuttler Saina Nehwal bowed out of the Australian Open Super Series on Friday.

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Pak: 10 killed in twin explosions in Shia dominated Parachinar

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 19:00 IST

Parachinar (Kurram Agency) [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): At least 10 people were killed and several others injured in two separate explosions in a densely populated area of Parachinar in Kurram Agency on Friday.

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Indian mission in Hungary hosts 3-day "Ganga-Danube: Cultural Festival of India"

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 18:48 IST

Budapest [Hungary], June 23 (ANI): The Embassy of India is hosting a three-day second edition of the "Ganga-Danube: Cultural Festival of India" and Third International Day of Yoga in 15 cities of Hungary from June 23 to June 25.

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India vs West Indies 1st ODI: WI win toss, opt to bowl

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 18:29 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 23 (ANI): West Indies has won the toss and elected to bowl against the Indian side in the opening ODI of the five-match series at the Queen's Park Oval here on Friday.

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Saudi Arabia makes 13 demands to Qatar for ending blockade

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 18:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 23 (ANI): Saudi Arabia has handed down a list of 13 demands to Qatar as the price for lifting blockade on trade and diplomatic embargo.

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Malika Haqq gushes over BFF Khloe K, Tristan Thompson's 'effortless' relationship

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 18:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 23 (ANI): Looks like, Khloe Kardashian's beau Tristan Thompson was able to pass the best friend test and gain Malika Haqq's seal of approval.

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Students of Chennais Amirta to visit Malaysia on a free educational trip

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI-NewsVoir): As many as 150 students have been awarded a free trip to Malaysia by Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management, a leading name in hospitality education and winner of `Award of Excellence' from the hands of President of India.

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Viv Richards, Chappell call for revival of international cricket in Pak

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:40 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Ian Chappell and legendary West Indies cricketer Vivian Richards has called for return of international cricket in Pakistan, saying that the crowd and players are starved of watching the game in their own country.

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Pakistan exporting terror through the border with Iran

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:39 IST

Dubai (U.A.E), June 23 (ANI): Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accepted on June 21 that the Pakistani Air Force had struck down an Iranian drone on June 19, as it flew around four kilometers inside Pakistani territory in the Panjgur sector along the Pakistan-Iran border.

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'Sachin: A Billion Dream' creates one more record

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): 'Sachin: A Billion Dream' creates a record just like the master blaster himself. It is the first ever docu-drama to cross 50 million.

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Maybe sex doesn't sell after all

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 23 (ANI): The ad world has sworn by the old cliche "sex sells" for years, but it turns out, this might not be all that accurate.

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Grenfell Tower fire caused by faulty fridge, reveals probe

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:39 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Investigation has revealed that the deadly Grenfell Tower fire, which has claimed at least 79 lives, was started by a Hotpoint fridge-freezer before spreading to the building's combustible cladding.

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Punjab Assembly amends Excise Act, allows hotels on highways to serve liquor

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:26 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Punjab Assembly on Friday passed an amendment that allows hotels, restaurants and clubs on the highway to serving liquor.

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BJP accuses Cong. of politicising farmers' deaths, protests

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:26 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday expressed displeasure over the way the Congress has been reacting to the farmers' deaths and protests in Madhya Pradesh, adding that the grand old party was "simply taking advantage of the whole situation" and politicising it.

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Lynching of Kashmir cop reflects 'utter failure' of BJP-PDP Govt: CPM

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) on Friday dubbed the lynching of Jammu and Kashmir policeman Mohammed Ayub Pandith as a barbaric incident, while cornering the Bharatiya Janata Party-People's Democratic Party (BJP-PDP) Government for failing to control the situation.

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Prabhas to work with Sajid Nadiadwala?

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): A little birdie chirped that Prabhas had a meeting with filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala. Is something cooking in the BTown?

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Finsbury Park mosque attacker charged with terrorism-related murder

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:17 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Finsbury Park mosque attacker Darren Osborne has been charged with terrorism-related offences, said London police.

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Seminar held on rights abuse in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): A seminar on "Human Rights abuses in Pakistan" was organised by the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library in collaboration with Asian-Eurasian Human Rights Forum today.

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OnePlus 5 launches in India; available at Rs. 32,999, Rs. 37,999 respectively

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 17:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Global mobile technology company OnePlus on Thursday launched its most awaited flagship 'OnePlus 5' in India priced at Rs. 32,999 for the 6GB RAM and 64GB storage version and Rs. 37,999 for 88GB RAM and 128GB storage version.

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Pakistan's concept of Sharia has nothing to do with Islam, says Shiraz Ahmad

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): "Pakistan's concept of Sharia has nothing to do with Islam," said Shiraz Ahmad in his address at a seminar on "Human Rights abuses in Pakistan" organised by the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library in collaboration with the Asian-Eurasian Human Rights Forum.

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Raval, de Grandhomme, Broom earn NZ central contracts

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:55 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], June 23 (ANI): New Zealand opening batsman Jeet Raval, all-rounder Colin de Grandhomme and batsman Neil Broom have all been given central contracts for the 2017-18 international season.

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KJo talks about the girl who made him cry

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): When the most celebrated host of the nation is on the other side of the table and being asked questions, what sets in, is a fun, entertaining and inquisitive ambience.

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BNI India spreads its wings to over seventy cities

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI-NewsVoir): US-based BNI, World's largest and most successful business networking organization widens its reach across the country, through its participation in Master Franchise Show 2017, taking place in New Delhi on June 24 and 25.

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Older than 60, younger than 8 to get 10 percent rebate in passport fee

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): The External Affairs Ministry on Friday announced ten percent rebate on passport fee for applicants who are either older than 60 years or younger than eight years.

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Talentedge, Kantar identifies emerging trends to 'career future' of Young India

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): India's leading Ed-Tech firm Talentedge in association with Kantar TNS unveiled the results of their latest Young India study, which identified the emerging trends pertaining to 'career future' of Young India.

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Flintobox clocks Rs. 13 cr in revenue; launches FlintoClass for pre-schools

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Flintobox has announced the launch of Flintoclass, a comprehensive product which aims to power the independent and unbranded preschools to deliver high quality early learning program for kids. Founded in 2013, the Chennai based startup turns profitable this year, registering a revenue of 13 crores.

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J-K cop lynching: Mirwaiz denies being present inside Jamia Masjid

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:07 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday said that he was deeply disturbed by the brutal act in which Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith was lynched to death by a mob, adding he was not present inside the mosque at the time of the incident.

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SRK's 'Radha' song gets attached to Salman's 'Tubelight'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan took their association further, the first song of Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming next 'Jab Harry met Sejal' is attached to Salman Khan's recently released film 'Tubelight'.

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CMI strikes Rs. 30 crore deals with East Central Railways, BHEL

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): BSE-NSE listed specialty cable company CMI on Friday bagged orders worth more than Rs. 30 crore from East Central Railways and Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) to provide railway signalling cables and HT XPLE cables, respectively.

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Presidential polls: TN CM extends support to Kovind

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Friday extended his support to National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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Take these measures to keep oral cancer at bay

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Oral Cancer is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer in India. Evidence suggests that India bears the largest burden of oral cancers in the world, with an incidence of around 11.28 percent in Indian men.

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More reason to cheer this long weekend as Snapdeal announces Double Sale Bonanza!

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 16:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI-BusinessWire India): This monsoon, offers just keep pouring in from Snapdeal as it announces a double sale bonanza on June 24 and 25, with the biggest yet Unbox Monsoon Sale plus Weekend special edition of the ongoing End-of-season-sale.

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Kovind vs Meira: Opposition to mount fight against BJP, says Yechury

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): In the wake of the upcoming presidential polls, Communist Party of India (Marxist) Secretary General Sitaram Yechury has assured that the opposition will mount a fight against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in defence of the minorities of the country.

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North Korea rebuttal: Otto Warmbier's death 'a mystery'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:47 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 23 (ANI): North Korea has dismissed accusations of torturing U.S. university student and said death of Otto Warmbier soon after his return home was "a mystery" to them as well.

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Amazon India appoints NUOAURA as its India office supplies vendor

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): E-commerce giant Amazon India has announced its tie-up with NUOAURA (the B2B ecommerce platform that sells office supplies) for a period of three years for an undisclosed amount.

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Allahabad HC reinstates removed Shia Waqf Board members

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:45 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court on Friday put a stay on the orders passed by Uttar Pradesh Government to remove six members of Shia Waqf Board from their positions.

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Tally Solutions to make India GST-ready with launch of Tally.ERP 9 Release 6

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): India's premier business software provider Tally Solutions has announced the launch of Tally.ERP 9 Release 6, its GST ready accounting and compliance software.

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AIADMK Sasikala faction to support Ram Nath Kovind: Dinakaran

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:43 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] June 23 (ANI): Amma faction of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) led by jailed party General Secretary V.K. Sasikala on Friday, announced support to ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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UrbanClap, Truecaller partner to enable seamless hiring of services

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Online marketplace UrbanClap on Friday announced its partnership with Truecaller, a communication app, to enhance consumer experience by integrating Truecaller Priority in the company's IVR and its enlisted professional's numbers.

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Rose Valley Scam: Former ED officer granted bail

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:36 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 23 (ANI): Former Enforcement Directorate (ED) officer Manoj Kumar on Friday was granted bail from the Bankshall Court on a bond of Rs 40,000 in connection with Rose Valley scam.

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Jake Gyllenhaal survives Boston marathon bombing in emotional 'Stronger' trailer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Jake Gyllenhaal is all set to bring the real life struggles of Boston Marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman in upcoming movie 'Stronger'.

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'Irreligious' act in name of religion: Centre on Kashmir cop lynching

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh on Friday stated the brutal lynching of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith by a mob, was an 'irreligious act in the name of religion'.

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Cleartrip strengthens position in Middle East; launches Arabic version for websites

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Comprehensive travel and leisure activities platform Cleartrip has launched the Arabic version of its desktop websites. The launch will make available Cleartrip's uncluttered and intuitive UI, seamless user experience, and hassle-free booking experience to Arabic audiences, particularly those in markets belonging to the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (formerly Gulf Cooperation Council).

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HDFC Bank to organise GST workshops across India

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): HDFC Bank Ltd will be organising awareness workshops to educate traders, merchants, and businessmen on the forthcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, which is slated to come into effect on July 1, 2017.

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Facebook's 'Group Insights' feature to help monitor online content

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Social media giant Facebook has finally set up its new 'Group Insights' feature to enable proper administration of groups administrators (admins) to hold a more stringent check of the content being posted online.

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Fintech firm LoanTap raises USD four million

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): LoanTap Financial Technologies, an online personal loan company with in-house NBFC announced the closing of its second round funding at USD four million. The round comprises of a mix of equity and debt instruments from Kae Capital, India Quotient, IFMR and MAS Financial Services Ltd.

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Iranian Vice-President Salehi warns U.S. over Saudi Arabia

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:55 IST

London [U.K.], June 23 (ANI): Ali Akbar Salehi, Vice-President of Iran and the head of Iran's atomic energy organisation has warned the U.S. for supporting Saudi Arabia saying, it will upset the regional balance of power.

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Visakhapatnam: ACB raids Health Department Chief Engineer, Medical College Professor

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:54 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday conducted raids on Public Health Department Chief Engineer, Paamu Rangarao and Andhra Medical College Professor, Vijay Kumar here.

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People with 'secular ideology' should stand with Meira Kumar: Congress

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): With the opposition choosing former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar as their presidential nominee, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday called on those with 'secular ideology' to extend their full support to her.

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Cop lynching marks a new low for J-K Govt.: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Friday condemned the lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammad Ayub Pandith and said it marks a new low.

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Sindhu stunned by World No.1 Tzu Ying in Australian Open

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:22 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 23 (ANI): In a major blow, Rio-Olympic silver-medallist PV Sindhu was knocked out of the Australian Open Super Series after going down against Chinese Taipei's Tai Tzu Ying in the quarter-finals of the women's singles event here on Friday.

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Presidential elections: Centre confident over Kovind's victory

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Centre on Friday expressed its confidence over National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominee Ram Nath Kovind's victory in the presidential polls and thanked the opposition parties for their support.

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Iftar treats to enjoy this Ramadan

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): "Ramadan is, in its essence, a month of humanist spirituality," observes Swiss philosopher Tariq Ramadan.

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Hrithik marks 11 years of the most successful Indian superhero, Krrish!

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): When it is about portraying a role of a superhero in India, the only name that comes to our mind is Hrithik Roshan as 'Krrish'.

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ItzCash enables Bharat QR on its PoS terminals

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): ItzCash has announced rolling-out 'Bharat QR code' feature across its retail network. Now scan and pay money with ItzCash's Point-of-Sale devices by simply flashing your cell phone.

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Training while it's raining: What to wear while it rains

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The rain outside should not be an excuse to skip your daily work outs. All you need to do is put on the right gear.

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Celebrating the spirit of riding with women riders

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): To celebrate the growing passion of motorcycling amongst women, Royal Enfield conducted a workshop led by women in association with DRER (Delhi Royal Enfield Riders) at the company's brand store in Khan Market here.

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Proteas coach Domingo to fly back home post mother's accident

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 23 (ANI):South Africa coach Russell Domingo, who is in England for the ongoing T20 and Test series, is all set to fly back home after his mother was critically injured in a car accident.

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Lynching of Kashmir cop against Islam, humanity: Congress

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Condemning the brutal lynching of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith by a mob, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday stated that the brutal act was against both tIslam and humanity.

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Bimal Gurung resigns from GTA's chief executive post

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:42 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 23 (ANI): Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung on Friday resigned from the post of chief executive of the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA).

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Darjeeling unrest: 43 GJM members resign from GTA

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:32 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 23 (ANI): At least 43 Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) members resigned from the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA).

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Next PSLV launch to carry replacement satellite: ISRO

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:25 IST

Sriharikota [India], June 23 (ANI): Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday in its Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C38) launched the 712 kg Cartosat-2 series satellite for earth observation along with 30 co-passenger satellites.

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Nirmal Singh brands cop lynching as 'murder', slams separatists

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:23 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 23 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Friday branded the cop lynching incident as 'murder' and assured action in the matter.

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Gemma Arterton no longer part of 'Christopher Robin'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 23 (ANI): It seems like Gemma Arterton will not be co-starring in Disney's much awaited movie 'Christopher Robin'.

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Russia destroys ISIS Command and Control centres in Syria

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:22 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 23 (ANI): Two Russian Navy frigates and a submarine has fired six Kalibr cruise missiles on Islamic State targets in Syria. Huge ISIS ammunition depot near the town of Aqerbat was destroyed by a precision strike.

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Indore Police denies death of 17 patients due to oxygen supply cut

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:16 IST

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Indore Police on Friday denied the death report of 17 patients due to oxygen supply cut and said the death was due to illness.

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Kohli & Co. to take on Windies in opening ODI

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:14 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 23 (ANI): India will aim to put all on-field controversies regarding their head coach Anil Kumble's exit to rest when they take on West Indies in the opening ODI of the five-match series at the Queen's Park Oval here on Friday.

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Have no political affiliation, President is above politics: Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): National Democratic Alliance's (NDA's) Presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said the President of India is above politics.

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Presidential Elections: Kovind files nomination, accompanied by PM Modi

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Ram Nath Kovind, who has been chosen as a nominee by the National Democratic Party (NDA) for the upcoming Presidential elections, filed his nomination papers in the Parliament House here today.

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Cop lynched: Two arrested, third identified, says J-K Police

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:06 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 23 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday said two people have been arrested and a third person has been identified in connection with the lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith.

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Nobody knows what 'MOM' is feeling in new trailer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): After engaging the fans with the posters and the intense first trailer, Sridevi is back with a bang in the second trailer of her much-awaited movie 'MOM'.

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Presidential elections a fight of ideology: Oppn nominee Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Opposition's presidential nominee Meira Kumar on Friday expressed her happiness at being nominated, while stating that the poll is a fight of ideology.

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MP's BJP leader announces Rs. 10 lakh reward for Mirwaiz's 'tongue'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:02 IST

Bhind (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 23 (ANI): A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader named Gajraj Jatav on Friday announced cash reward of Rs. 10 lakh to anyone who would sever tongue of Jammu and Kashmir Separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq for supporting Pakistan after it defeated India in Champions Trophy finals.

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No more 'no' to video games

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 13:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): Next time your kid asks for your permission to play video games, let him! In fact, you should join him too!

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CBSE declares NEET-UG results

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): After persistent delays, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released the Under-Graduate results of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), which was taken by 12 lakh students aiming to join medical and dental colleges across the country.

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JK Cop lynched: Cannot allow 'state brutality to snatch humanity', says Mirwaiz Farooq

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:41 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday condemned the brutal lynching of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith by a mob, stating that such brutality to snatch the humanity and values cannot be allowed.

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Alia to play Kashmiri girl in Meghna Gulzar's next

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): She started as the diva in 'Student of the Year,' then went on to be the rural Bihari girl in 'Udta Punjab' and a girl from Uttar Pradesh in her last release 'Badrinath Ki Dulhania.' Now, Alia Bhatt is all set to play a Kashmiri girl in Meghna Gulzar's upcoming movie 'Raazi'.

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Centre announces inclusion of 30 more cities under 'Smart City' project

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday announced the addition of 30 new cities under the Government of India's 'Smart City' project, with the total number of cities under the umbrella project reaching 90 so far.

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PM Modi, President Mukherjee congratulate ISRO for successful PSLV-C38 launch

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for successfully launching Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C38) for earth observation from Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota earlier in the day.

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Jaishankar to meet Tillerson to finalize agenda for Modi-Trump meet

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:34 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 23 (ANI):Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar is set to meet US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Friday in order to finalize the agenda ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's U.S. visit for a meeting with President Donald Trump on June 26.

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SC orders medical examination of woman seeking to terminate 23-week foetus

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the constitution of a seven-member medical board to examine the medical condition of a 23-week pregnant woman who had sought permission to abort her foetus suffering from serious abnormalities.

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Cop lynched: Mufti warns Kashmiris against testing limits of 'restrained' security forces

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): Branding the lynching of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith as a 'shameful' act, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday warned the people of the state to not test the patience of the security forces, who use restrain in dealing with locals.

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Srikanth stuns Praneeth to enter Australian Open semis

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:13 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 23 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth continued his rich vein of form as he got the better of fellow countryman B.Sai Praneeth in straight games to romp into the semi-finals of the Australian Open Super Series here on Friday.

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Darjeeling: Students evacuated after GJM gives 12-hour relaxation

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:09 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India] June 23 (ANI): Darjeeling, a home to some of the oldest and renowned boarding schools in the country, is facing an indefinite shutdown over the demand of a separate Gorkhaland.

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Bopanna-Dodig eye final spot at Aegon C'ships

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 12:07 IST

London [U.K], June 23 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig will aim to book their place in the finals of the Aegon Championships when they take on French duo of Julien Benneteau and Edouard Roger-Vasselin in the men's double event later today.

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Scientists understand the formation of sun's spicules

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): To understand the formation of abundant jets of plasma in the Sun's atmosphere (called spicules), researchers have, for the first time, built a model.

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U.S. Congressmen introduce Bill revoking Pakistan's MNNA status

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:58 IST

Washington [U.S.] , June 23 (ANI):Ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington, two influential U.S. Congressmen have introduced a bill revoking Pakistan's status as a major non-NATO ally (MNNA), saying Islamabad's "treachery" has led to the deaths of too many American citizens.

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Feeling grumpy? Blame summer heat

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): Next time people accuse you of being unhelpful or moody, put the blame on hot weather!

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Saif Ali Khan's 'Kaalakaandi' gets a September release date

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Saif Ali Khan's dark comedy 'Kaalakaandi' has a release date now.

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Amy Poehler thinks Day-Lewis will return.as someone else!

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): While the whole world is upset over Daniel Day-Lewis retiring from acting, comedian-turned-actress Amy Poehler feels that Day-Lewis is going to return as another actor.

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Benami land deals: Lalu reiterates innocence, accuses PM Modi of 'conspiracy'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday asserted that the Income Tax department inquiry in connection of the ownership of Benami properties is a conspiracy by Prime Minister Narendra Modi against him.

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Dear parents, starting school young can affect child's wellbeing

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): Parents, take note! A new research has shown starting school early could have a negative impact on child's wellbeing.

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HWL semis: Indian eves pumped up after 'high altitude training'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:18 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Indian women's hockey team are all set for the upcoming Hockey World league (HWL) Semi-Finals in Johannesburg, after a three-week long high altitude training camp at Shilaroo in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh.

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No one in royal family wants to wear the crown: Prince Harry

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:16 IST

London[U.K.], June 23 (ANI) : Prince Harry, who is the fifth in line to the British throne, has given a controversial statement that no one in the royal family really wants to take over the job of a monarch.

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Chandrababu Naidu 'purchasing' votes: CPI

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:13 IST

Vijaywada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): Communist Party of India (CPI) state secretary K Ramakrishna slammed Andhra Pradesh (AP) Chief Minister (CM) N Chandrababu Naidu for allegedly purchasing votes during elections.

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U.S. keen on tapping Punjab's solar power sector

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 11:05 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): Owing to the development of Punjab's energy sector, a delegation led by former US ambassador Teresita C Schaffer expressed their interest in extending cooperation to the Government, particularly with regards to the solar energy faction.

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Don't eat but sleep, to beat office blues!

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): Stressful day at work leads to binge-eating at night. A new study suggests a good night's sleep can serve as a protecting factor between job stress and unhealthy eating in the evening.

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Nitish made 'mistake' by supporting Kovind for President: Lalu

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): With Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar supporting National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday said the former made a 'mistake' by supporting the ruling government, adding that he will try to convince him to rethink on the same.

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Bill Cosby to educate young people about sexual abuse laws

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:47 IST

New York [USA], June 23 (ANI): After getting a mistrial in the case in which a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her, Bill Cosby is now planning to host town halls to educate young people on sexual assault laws to protect themselves against false charges.

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Karnataka: BJP leader hacked to death

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:33 IST

Ballari (Karnataka) [India], June 23 (ANI): A local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Bandi Ramesh was hacked to death in Karnataka's Ballari last night by unidentified persons at a roadside eatery.

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Balochistan: 5 killed in blast near IGP office in Quetta

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:28 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 23 (ANI): As many as five people have been killed and 14 wounded in a powerful explosion in Balochistan provincial capital Quetta, near the office of IGP on Gulistan Road early Friday.

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North Korea does it again, conducts another rocket engine test

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:25 IST

New York [U.S.], June 23 (ANI): Defiant North Korea has conducted another rocket engine test that can be used for an intercontinental ballistic missile or ICBM capable enough of reaching the U.S. mainland.

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Late 'crocodile hunter' Steve Irwin to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): The Hollywood Walk of Fame's class of 2018 has been revealed and it just got more star-studded than ever.

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Centre confident of Kovind's victory in Presidential polls

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:16 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): With the presidential elections approaching, Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Ahir on Friday said that all sections of the society are satisfied with the nomination of Ramnath Kovind as the next leader of the nation, adding his selection is certain.

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Pak BAT attack: We are alert, ready for any situation, assures BSF

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): After the Pakistani troops carried out an attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector, killing two Indian jawans, Director General (DG) of Border Security Force (BSF) K K Sharma assured that the jawans are alert and ready to face any situation.

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ISRO successfully launches PSLV-C38 for 'earth observation'

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 10:12 IST

Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday successfully launched Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C38) for earth observation from here.

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Raghu Dixit, Euphoria, Rabbi Shergill come together for musical event

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Here's a treat for all music lovers!

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Johnny Depp wants to kill Trump?

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:50 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Johnny Depp has made his disdain for President Donald Trump more than clear. But his recent quip has left people wondering if his intentions are a little more than just nefarious.

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Presidential election: PM Modi to accompany Kovind for filing nomination

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will accompany National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind to the Parliament House today to file his nomination to be the 15th President of India.

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Meira vs Kovind: NCP chides JDU (U), Shiv Sena for 'hasty, immature' decision

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): Post the end-moment announcement of the presidential nominee by the Opposition, senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Majeed Memon on Friday said that the party member must decide in a non-political way between Meira Kumar and Ramnath Kovind as who would serve as a better leader, adding the decision should favour Kumar.

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Denzel Washington's legal drama gets a new title

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:32 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 23 (ANI): Sony's upcoming legal drama starring Denzel Washington and Colin Farrell has a new title now.

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Srinagar: Cop films stone-pelting mob, gets lynched to death

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:26 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): A person who was lynched to death by a violent mob in downtown Srinagar last night, has been identified as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Ayub Pandith in Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP).

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This long weekend, here's where you can head for getaway

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Long weekends are perfectly designed for short trips. Extricate the webs of your mundane life and zip off to amazing locations in the country.

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Ahead of Modi-Trump meet, U.S expresses eagerness in strengthening ties with India

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:24 IST

Washington [U.S.], June23 (ANI): Days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump for the first time in Washington, the State Department has said that United States is looking forward to strengthen its ties with India

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Urgent need for youth to realise importance of yoga: Subhash Ghai

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23 (ANI): Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who celebrated Yoga Day in his acting and filmmaking institute, stressed upon the importance of yoga for youth.

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Obama attacks Senate health bill as "massive transfer of wealth to rich"

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:22 IST

New York [U.S.], June 23 ANI: Former President Barack Obama on Thursday severely criticized the proposed GOP Senate health-care bill that dismantles the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare by issuing a warning saying, "this bill will do you harm."

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Zydus Wellness announces national launch of Sugar Free Green

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 09:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Sugar Free, the market leader in the sugar substitute category in India with a market share of over 94 percent, announced the national launch of its new variant - Sugar Free Green.

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Intensive BP lowering reduces chronic kidney disease patients' risks of premature dying

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 08:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 23 (ANI): According to a recent clinical trial, intensive blood pressure lowering benefits patients with chronic kidney disease.

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Delhi: Man claims 'ghost' made him chop daughter's ear

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 08:43 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): A man allegedly chopped off his daughter's ears and claimed that a "ghost" threatened to take her away if he did not follow the orders.

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Sridevi clarifies comment on daughter Jhanvi Kapoor

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 08:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Bollywood diva Sridevi received some angry reactions for saying she would prefer her daughter Jhanvi Kapoor to get married rather than pursuing an acting career, but now the actress has issued a clarification on her comment.

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J-K: Pistol-carrying man injures locals, gets lynched to death

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 08:23 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): A person was lynched to death by a violent mob in downtown Srinagar last night.

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European Council reiterates its commitment in fight against terrorism

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 07:32 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 23 (ANI): The European Council has reiterated its commitment in fight against terrorism, hatred and violent extremism.

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Sanchez becomes Chile's all-time leading scorer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 07:05 IST

Kazan [Russia], June 23 (ANI): Star forward Alexis Sanchez on Thursday became Chile's all-time leading scorer during his side's 1-1 draw against Germany at the Confederations Cup.

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Women's WC warm-up: Mooney stars in Australia's victory over Pakistan

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 06:31 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Beth Mooney top scored for Australia as it eased past Pakistan by eight wickets in its final warm-up match ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup 2017 on Thursday.

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Have total respect for Kumble as a cricketer: Kohli

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 06:26 IST

Port of Spain [West Indies], June 23 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday asserted that he and the whole team have a huge respect for former head coach Anil Kumble's achievements as a cricketer.

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Naidu should apologise to farmers for his 'unfortunate' statement: Congress

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 06:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Terming Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu's "loan waiver has become a fashion now' statement" as 'unfortunate', the Congress Party on Friday said that the former should apologise to the farmers.

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Jadhav's confession video shows the torture inflicted upon him: Defence experts

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 06:24 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], June 23 (ANI): As India maintains that the second confession video of ex-naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav released by Pakistan is doctored, the defence experts on Friday opined the same, adding that the video shows the extent to which the alleged Indian spy was tortured to say all that.

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John Podesta likely to be interviewed by House Intelligence Committee next week

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 06:24 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 23 (ANI): Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign chairman John Podesta is likely to be interviewed by the House intelligence committee next week.

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Trump reaffirms commitment to build Mexico Wall

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 05:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to build the Mexico Wall.

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Death toll in car bombing outside New Kabul Bank rises to 34

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 05:20 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 23 (ANI): The death toll in a suicide attack outside New Kabul Bank branch in Afghanistan's Lashkargah has risen to 34.

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We should not be compared to male cricketers, says Mithali Raj

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 05:14 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): India women's cricket team skipper Mithali Raj has asserted that female cricketers should not be compared to their male counterparts.

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Four GOP senators to oppose current Republican health care bill

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 04:46 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 23 (ANI): Four conservative Republican senators have announced that they will not vote for the current version of GOP bill repealing ObamaCare.

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Congress using Meira Kumar as 'sacrificial goat': BJP

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 04:30 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 23 (ANI): A confident Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday, while maintaining that the NDA Government's presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind will win with majority, said that the Congress Party is using Meira Kumar as a 'sacrificial goat' in this election.

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Meira Kumar a better candidate than Ramnath Kovind: Ramgopal Yadav

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 04:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Post the end-moment announcement of the presidential nominee by the Opposition, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav-faction member Ramgopal Yadav on Friday said Meira Kumar is a better candidate than NDA Government's presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind.

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Liverpool complete 34.3m pound signing of Mohamed Salah

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 04:19 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Liverpool have announced the signing of Roma's former Chelsea winger Mohamed Salah on a five-year deal.

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Murray's reign as World No. 1 is under threat, believes Federer

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 03:19 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): 18-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer feels that Andy Murray's reign as the world number one is under serious threat for the rest of the summer.

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MP: Youth thrashed by villagers for having alleged affair with married woman

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 03:00 IST

Satna (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a youth and his alleged lover were thrashed by villagers in Satna's Rampur area of Madhya Pradesh.

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May vows to let EU citizens stay in UK after Brexit

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 02:48 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has told the European Union (EU) leaders that the EU citizens, who had arrived lawfully before the Brexit, would be given a new 'settled status' allowing them to stay in Britain if they have lived here five years.

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PWD scam: Delhi court to hear plea against Kejriwal

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 02:37 IST

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): The Tis Hazari Court will on Friday continue hearing a plea against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his brother-in-law in a case of alleged nepotism by favouring his relative in granting a contract to him for which fake bills worth crores were submitted in the Public Works Department (PWD).

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Delhi HC to continue hearing dengue, chikungunya matter

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Friday continue hearing several petitions seeking action by the Delhi Government and civic authorities to stop the spread of dengue and chikungunya.

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Higher education to play pivotal role in bridging India's skill gap: IBM study

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): IBM has announced a study conducted by the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) in cooperation with the Economist Intelligence Unit, to evaluate India's growing skills challenge and proposed recommendations to bridge the gap.

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Attempts to exert pressure on Moscow through sanctions 'pointless': Russian FM

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:43 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 23 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has termed the attempts to exert pressure on Moscow through sanctions as 'pointless'.

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Telangana: 18-month-old girl falls into borewell, rescue ops underway

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:43 IST

Vikarabad (Telangana) [India], June 23 (ANI): In a tragic incident, an 18-month-old girl accidentally fell into a 40-feet deep open borewell in Ikkareddiguda village of Telangana's Vikarabad.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship 'A' Division: Punjab beat UP 4-0 in quarters

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:43 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 23 (ANI): Hockey Punjab defeated Uttar Pradesh 4-0 in the quarter-finals of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division on Thursday.

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HWL Semi-Final: Malaysia cause upset win; beat India 3-2

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:26 IST

London [UK], June 23 (ANI): Malaysia came up with a brave performance to put India out of the podium finish at the Hockey World League Semi Final with a 3-2 win here on Thursday.

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Manufactured facts cannot alter reality: India on Jadhav's new confessional video

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 01:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): Hours after Pakistan's Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) released a statement in which it said that a mercy petition has been filed by alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa against his death sentence, India has said that it brings out the lack of transparency and farcical nature of proceedings against the Indian national on concocted charges.

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I did not record Comey conversations: Trump

Updated: Jun 23, 2017 00:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said that he does not have any tapes or recording of his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey.

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Indians are safe, no evacuation needed from Qatar: MEA

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 23:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The External Affairs Ministry (MEA) on Thursday assured that evacuation of Indians is not needed in view of the ongoing developments in Qatar, adding that the number of commercial flights are being increased to meet the demands of Indians wishing to travel home during Ramzan.

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Pak BAT action foiled: Former union home secy hails Indian Army

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 23:21 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 22 (ANI): Following the attempt of armed intrusion by Pakistan's Border Action Team (BAT) in Poonch which was foiled earlier today, former union home secretary and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP R.K. Singh on Thursday hailed the Indian patrolling team at the border, citing that it makes it difficult for the Pakistan Army to enter.

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Delhi: Prostitution racket busted, 10 women, two operators arrested

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 23:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): A premises in Delhi's Rohini was on Thursday raided, where a prostitution racket was running in the garb of a Unisex salon.

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Hockey World League: India bow out losing to Malaysia 2-3 in quarter-finals

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 23:01 IST

London [U.K.], June 22 (ANI): The Indian Hockey Team has crashed out of the Hockey World League semi-final after suffering a 2-3 defeat at the hands of Malaysia in a quarter-final match on Thursday.

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Oppn. disappointed nation by naming Meira as Presidential nominee: Naidu

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday said the Opposition has disappointed the nation by announcing former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar as its Presidential nominee.

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Pakistan becomes full signatory of 'Washington Accord'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:51 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Pakistan on Wednesday became a full signatory of the Washington Accord that facilitates mobility of engineering graduates and professionals at the international level.

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'Jurassic World' sequel now has a title!

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:49 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 22 (ANI): The 'Jurassic World' sequel is just a year away and now, it has an official title!

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UP Govt. announces free electricity for BPL families

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Shrikant Sharma on Thursday said that under the 'Power For All' scheme all the urban Below Poverty Line (BPL) families would get free electricity connection.

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Jadhav's friends dub his confessional video seeking mercy petition as 'fake'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:22 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): Alleged Indian spy and former Naval officer Kulbhushav Jadhav's friends on Thursday dubbed his alleged confession video seeking mercy petition as "fake," while saying that Pakistan was trying to mislead India by releasing such scripted video.

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GoAir's Mumbai-bound flight suffers bird hit

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): A GoAir flight from Delhi to Mumbai carrying 155 passengers suffered a bird hit yesterday.

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Lalu's son-in-law Shailesh questioned for nine hours over Benami properties

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's son-in-law Shailesh Kumar was quizzed by the Income Tax department on Thursday for nine hours as part of an enquiry in connection with charges on ownership of Benami properties.

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No hopes from Pak in Jadhav's case: Congress

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India] June 22 (ANI): The Congress on Thursday said that there was no hope from Pakistan in Kulbhushan Jadhav's issue.

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Trump asks why Obama admin didn't stop Russia from meddling

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 21:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): As U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday decried allegations of Russia collusion "a big hoax," he sardonically questioned why the Obama administration did not stop Moscow from election meddling as it happened under the previous regime.

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JD(U) firm on supporting NDA even as Oppn. pits Meira against Kovind

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 21:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): After the Opposition named former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar as its Presidential nominee, the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) on Thursday remained firm on its previous stand of supporting NDA's presidential candidate Ramnath Kovind.

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ICC says improving performance convinced it to give full membership to Ireland, Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 21:21 IST

London [United Kingdom), June 22 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) said Thursday that improving perfomances by both Ireland and Afghanistan convinced the world cricket body to give full membership to both countries.

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Raj. Health Minister assures investigation into circular seeking doctors' caste row

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 21:21 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 22 (ANI): After the health department demanded caste details of doctors posted in Bikaner, Nagaur, Jodhpur and Barmer districts of Rajasthan, state Health Minister Kali Charan Saraf on Thursday asserted that an action would be taken against Health Director V.K. Mathur and the Principal Secretary of the state would investigate the matter.

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Drone strikes violate Pakistan's sovereignty: Nafees Zakaria

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 21:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson Nafees Zakaria on Thursday said that drone strikes are against Pakistan's sovereignty.

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Mayawati says will support 'more deserving' Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:57 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Thursday extended her support to Opposition's Presidential candidate Meira Kumar, citing that the former Lok Sabha speaker is more popular and deserving than National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) nominee Ramnath Kovind.

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Ron Howard taking over director's chair for 'Star Wars' Han Solo spinoff

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 22 (ANI): It's official! Ron Howard has stepped in to direct Lucasfilm and Disney's untitled Han Solo movie.

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NDA has 'the numbers': BJP on Meira Kumar

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): After former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar was announced as the Opposition' Presidential nominee, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday asserted that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has "the numbers" when it comes to the Presidential polls.

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Mumbai blast: Five will get max. punishment of death, says public prosecutor

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:43 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): With the prosecution commencing the arguments on the sentence to be awarded to the convicts in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, special public prosecutor Deepak Salvi on Thursday said that out of the six, five people will be getting maximum punishment of death.

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Ireland, Afghanistan made full members of the ICC

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:31 IST

Dubai[UAE]/London [UK], June 22 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday confirmed Ireland and Afghanistan as full members of the world cricket body, making them eligible to play all forms of international cricket, including Tests with other cricket playing nations.

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Presidential polls: Meira Kumar is 'delighted,' 'grateful' over her nomination

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar on Thursday expressed gratitude to the united Opposition after her name was announced as the Opposition's Presidential candidate, adding that she is grateful to the 17 parties, which chose her.

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Pak military releases Jadhav's alleged confession for mercy petition

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:25 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Alleged Indian spy and former Indian Naval Officer Kulbushan Jadhav has forwarded a mercy petition to Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa against his death sentence awarded by a military court on charges of espionage, the Pakistan armed forces information wing has claimed.

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Will not call off alliance with JD(U): Lalu Yadav

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Refuting the speculations of calling off alliance with the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)), Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Thursday said that he would appeal to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to rethink over his decision of supporting NDA's Presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind.

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UP Minister kickstarts Int'l Yoga Day with 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): A minister in Uttar Pradesh created an uplifting moment on the International Yoga Day on June 21, even as he grabbed a spade and cleaned the areas of the district of Hathras, resorting to 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' at the start of his Yoga session.

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Hyderabad: Cricket betting rackets busted, two held

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 20:02 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Central Zone task force held two persons and seized Rs. 7 crore demonetised currency notes on Thursday.

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Jadhav has filed mercy petition before Pak army chief, claims ISPR

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:46 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Alleged Indian spy and former Indian naval Officer Kulbushan Jadhav has forwarded a mercy petition to Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa against his death sentence awarded by a military court on charges of espionage, the Pakistan armed forces information wing has claimed.

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Nagaland artisans preserve traditional crafts

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:35 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland) [India], June 22 (ANI): Artisans in Nagaland are working together to preserve their rich traditional artifacts and handicrafts, primarily made out of wood branches stumps and roots.

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2 holdouts prevented Bill Cosby conviction, says juror

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 22 (ANI): Two holdouts kept Bill Cosby from being convicted guilty of sexual assault, a juror has revealed.

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SP, BSP back Meira Kumar as Oppn.'s Presidential candidate

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party on Thursday said that Opposition's candidate Meira Kumar is a better candidate than National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) nominee Ramnath Kovind.

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FSSAI committed to robust and unambiguous standards for food supplements

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Pawan Kumar Agarwal, Chief Executive Officer of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said Thursday that the FSSAI is committed to ensuring robust and unambiguous standards for food supplements with the help of industry.

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JK Organisation blood donation camp in Delhi collects 4043 units

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 22 (ANI): J K Organization, in collaboration with Pushpawati Singhania Hospital and Research Institute Multispecialty Hospital, organized a two-day blood donation camp in New Delhi to collect 4043 units of blood.

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Poonch: Pak BAT action foiled, two jawans killed

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:27 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): A third attempt of armed intrusion by Pakistan's Border Action Team (BAT) in Poonch this year was foiled on Thursday at 2 p.m.

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India, Australia to cooperate in textiles, clothing and fashion sectors

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): India and Australia will soon ink a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the textiles, clothing and fashion sectors between the Indian Ministry of Textiles and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australia

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Moroccan cinema to be unveiled at 8th Jagran Film Festival

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:26 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 22 (ANI): The 8th edition of Jagran Film Festival has invited the Kingdom of Morocco to be the Country Focus partner at the festival this year.

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India, Sri Lanka to ink MoU for cooperation in traditional medicine, homoeopathy

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday gave its approval for signing an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homoeopathy between Ministry of AYUSH the Ministry of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine of Sri Lanka.

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Cong. corners Naidu over his loan waiver statement

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): In the wake of Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu's comment against loan waiver, Congress on Thursday said that former's party is "anti-farmer" and the Cabinet Minister "himself doesn't care about the farmers."

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Here's how Farhan prepares for his next flick

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Farhan Akhtar's fitness regime includes cycling 22 kms daily, which is followed by a workout. He also plays volleyball twice a week, informs his trainer Samir Jaura.

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FIR against GJM supporters, chief 'mockery of democracy': Roshan Giri

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 22, (ANI): Hours after a fresh suo motto FIR lodged against Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung, his wife Asha and other party supporters, the party general secretary on Thursday dubbed it a 'mockery of democracy' while demanding Centre's intervention in the matter.

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Gr. Noida rape case: Four arrested, action will be taken, says SSP

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Senior Superintendent of Police, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Noida, Love Kumar on Thursday said that at least four people have been arrested and action would be taken on them in connection with the Greater Noida gangrape case.

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Journalist turned banana cultivator

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:48 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 22 (ANI): Soibam Maniton Singh, a journalist of Manipur set a benchmark by turning into a banana cultivator and achieving success in the field.

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Initiative carried out to make North-East a medical tourism hub

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:45 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 22 (ANI): In a bid to make the north-eastern region a medical tourism hub, a conference was recently held in Manipur capital Imphal by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with the Manipur government.

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Sharad Yadav: Empowerment of artisans crucial to develop North East

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:45 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 22 (ANI): Janata Dal United (JDU) leader Sharad Yadav on his recent visit to the Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) in Assam's Guwahati said that artisans can develop the North Eastern region of the country.

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Sikkin CM backs Gorkhaland movement in letter to Rajnath Singh

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Chamling on Thursday wrote a letter to Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh in which he backed the Gorkhaland movement.

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We are part of united Oppn., Kovind's case isolated incident: JD(U)

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Thursday downplayed the reports of it opting out of the grand alliance of the Opposition parties and said that that favouring National Democratic's (NDA) nominee Ramnath Kovind is the single incident where the party has supported the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Mizo cuisine: A hit among food lovers

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 22 (ANI): India's northeast region is known for its ethnicity, diverse culture and the flavors and dishes are as unique as their colorful lifestyle.

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Naidu says was misquoted on loan waiver statement

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:15 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 22, (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu, who drew flak for his 'loan waiver has become a fashion now' statement, on Thursday defended his stance, while saying that he was referring to the approach of the political parties who are not focussing on long term, but only short term problems.

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WikiLeaks publishes information about CIA's covert program 'Brutal Kangaroo'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): WikiLeaks on Thursday released documents disclosing information about United States' Intelligence service Central Intelligence Agency's (CIA) 'Brutal Kangaroo' programme, which allows it to remotely and covertly gain access to closed computer networks or a single air-gapped device.

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Meira Kumar is Opposition's Presidential nominee

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Former Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar has been announced as the Opposition' Presidential nominee.

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Sindhu, Nehwal reach Australian Open quarters

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:11 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 22 (ANI): Rio-Olympic silver-medallist PV Sindhu produced a spectacular performance as she fended off Chen Xiaoxin of China in straight games to cement her place in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open Super Series here on Thursday.

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Film clippings need certification for TV: Pahlaj Nihalani on 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:10 IST

Mumbai [India], June 22 (ANI): The latest movie to be under the censor board's radar is Shah Rukh Khan-starrer 'Jab Harry met Sejal' and the reason behind it is the word 'intercourse' used in the second mini trail.

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BCCI to receive USD 405 million from ICC as per agreed revenue sharing model

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:09 IST

Mumbai [India], June 22 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is all set to receive USD 405 million from the International Cricket Council (ICC) as per agreed revenue sharing model.

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Four Indian civil prisoners released in Pakistan, crossed over to India today: MEA

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday announced that four Indian civil prisoners were released in Pakistan and have crossed over to India today.

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NHRC chairperson highlights role of media in protection of human rights

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:03 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 22 (ANI): National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Chairperson Justice H.L. Dattu on Thursday highlighted the significance of media saying that it plays a key role in the protection of human rights.

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World Drug Report 2017: 29.5 million people globally suffer from drug use disorders

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:02 IST

Vienna[Austria]/New York[U.S.A.]/Geneva [Switzerland], June 22 (ANI): In 2015 about a quarter of a billion people used drugs. Of these, around 29.5 million people - or 0.6 per cent of the global adult population - were engaged in problematic use and suffered from drug use disorders, including dependence.

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'Safe terrorist havens' are inside Afghanistan, Pakistan tells UN

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Pakistan's permanent representative to the United Nations Maleeha Lodhi has said that terrorist "safe havens" are inside, not outside, Afghanistan.

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NASA launches world's smallest satellite built by Indian students

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:00 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 22 (ANI): A team of students from Space Kidz India in Chennai, who built the world's smallest satellite called 'KalamSat', rejoiced after its launch by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) today.

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MSMEs all set to embrace GST challenges

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The CII MSME Summit titled, 'Breaking Barriers to Excellence: Unlocking Hidden Potential,' echoed the preparedness of MSMEs to adopt the GST regime.

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S.N. Dhingra Commission vindicated BJP's stand of corruption: Senior Lawyer Sinha

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Dubbing allegations posed by S.N. Dhingra Commission against former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda as 'grave' and 'serious', senior lawyer Aman Sinha on Thursday said that the charges levied on the former state chief have vindicated Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) stand that large scale loot took place in the previous Congress regime.

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Reliance Defence to partner with DAHER for aerospace components

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:58 IST

Paris [France]/Mumbai [India], June 22 (ANI): Reliance Defence Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Paris Air Show with Daher Aerospace, France, a leading supplier of integrated systems for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies.

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Parry Nutraceuticals, Synthite industries forge partnership for extraction of Phycocyanin

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Parry Nutraceuticals, a division of EID Parry and part of the Murugappa Group has forged a partnership with Synthite Industries to apply proprietary patented technologies for extraction of Phycocyanin, a natural blue pigment found in Spirulina.

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UCWeb registers user traffic of 0.75 billion during IPL, ICC Champions Trophy 2017

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Consumption of cricket-related content exceeded 0.75 billion on UCWeb Platforms - UC News and UC Browser, for the latest edition of IPL 2017 and the recently-concluded ICC Champions Trophy 2017, according to a data report, titled Insights into India's Cricket Frenzy, released by UCWeb.

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Jaago Re 2.0 drives pre-activism in India

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi, June 22 (ANI): Tata Tea launched its iconic campaign Jaago Re 2.0 - 'Alarm Bajne se Pehle Jaago Re' - earlier this year urging people to pre-act before tragedies hit.

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She said 'yes'! Christina Perri is engaged to beau Paul Costabile

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 22 (ANI): Christina Perri is spoken for as she has said "yes" to her boyfriend Paul Costabile!

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Japan using traditional techniques to make products of global standards

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:14 IST

Tochigi/Tokyo [Japan], June 22 (ANI): Come spring and the worlds' most beautiful wisteria can be found blooming in Japan's Tochigi Prefecture.

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Yeh Hai India slated to release on August 4, new poster out

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 17:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): The patriotic film, Yeh Hai India on Thursday launched a brand new poster and also announced that the movie will be releasing on August 4, 2017. The release date for the movie was announced by General V. K. Singh at a private function in New Delhi where he also saw the movie.

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GoDaddy launches business email solutions for small firms

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): GoDaddy, a cloud platform dedicated to small, independent ventures on Thursday announced the launch of its new 'Business Email' service for small businesses in India.

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J-K: Pakistan violates ceasefire in Poonch sector

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:54 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector.

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Journalists must maintain reliability: Sumitra Mahajan

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan has called on journalists to maintain their reliability, study their respective subjects deeply and report in all fairness.

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`Injured` Broad doubtful for first Proteas Test

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:53 IST

London [U.K], June 22 (ANI): England paceman Stuart Broad is doubtful for the opening Test of the four-match series against South Africa due to a heel injury.

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Selfies: Decoded

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): It's now hard to imagine a life without selfies! Thanks to front-facing cameras and the rise of social media, selfies populate our camera rolls, Instagram feeds, dating profiles, and vocabularies.

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Online banking users to reach 150 billion by 2020: Study

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): With the ongoing digital drive in India, the number of users opting for online banking is expected to double to reach 150 million mark by 2020, from the current 45 million active urban online banking users in India, according to a report drafted by Facebook and The Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

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Bihar Board class X result declared, Prem Kumar tops the list

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:34 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 22 (ANI): Prem Kumar topped the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Class X examination on Thursday.

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Shiamak Davar all set to choreograph dance video 'Despacito Remix'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): To celebrate the success of Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee's 'Despacito Remix' featuring Justin Bieber in India, Universal Music India and Shiamak Davar are launching a dance movement titled 'The Despacito Movement.'

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Post-GST tax base to increase, can't predict by how much: MoS Finance

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:22 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): Minister of State for Finance Arjun Ram Meghwal on Wednesday said the post-Goods and Service Tax (GST) tax base will increase, but the degree by which it increases cannot be predicted.

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Thepackersmovers.com eases the way of hiring reliable packers and Movers in India

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 16:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Thepackersmovers.com is the much accredited online directory of India that aims to simplify relocation experience of people moving across the experienced team of professionals country and abroad. With hundreds of enlisted Packers and Movers with, the directory eases the search for reliable options.

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K'taka Speaker imposes jail term on two journalists for defaming legislators

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:51 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 22 (ANI): Karnataka Assembly Speaker K.B. Koliwad on Thursday imposed one-year jail term on two journalists for writing defamatory articles against legislators.

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Chitkara University in strategic partnership with Frost & Sullivan announces new academic program in healthcare information technology

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Chitkara University on Thursday announced that they are initiating two-year MBA Healthcare Management with specialisation in Health Information Technology (HIT) in strategic partnership with Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership and consulting company with deep industry understanding in Healthcare Informatics across India and Asia.

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WBO sanctions Vijender Singh-Zulpikar Maimaitiali bout for August

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): World Boxing Organisation (WBO) has sanctioned Asia's biggest showdown between WBO Asia Pacific Super Middleweight champion and India's knockout king Vijender Singh and WBO Oriental Super Middleweight champion Zulpikar Maimaitiali for the first week of August in Mumbai.

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Increase in gun sales for self-defense than recreation

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): A new research suggests there has been a shift in the purchase of guns for self-defense use rather than recreational.

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Jason Clarke in talks to star in Damien Chazelle's 'First Man'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:32 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 22 (ANI): After Corey Stoll, it is Jason Clarke who is in talks to be a part of Damien Chazelle's Neil Armstrong biopic 'First Man'.

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How Mettl helped Mankind, HummingBird in revving up their recruitment engines to success

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Mettl, India's leading online assessment company has pioneered a partnership with Mankind and HummingBird International to power their psychometric test assessment engine, in turn, expanding its roots into the assessment of leadership competencies for the former's recruitment consultancy.

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Farmers protest on Thane-Badlapur highway under control, probe underway

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:28 IST

Kalyan (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): Hours after the farmers' protest turned violent on the Thane-Badlapur highway, Thane Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh said that situation was normal and a case of attempt to murder will be registered against the protestors.

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Tibetan government releases its first animated film

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:28 IST

Dharmshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India] June 22, (ANI) :The exile Government of Tibet on Wednesday released its first ever animated film on all-time favorite fable, the Forgetful Agu Phagpa and a Tibetan dubbed version of Buddha's Sutra, Life of Buddha.

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FreeCharge goes big on digital entertainment space, partners with ALTBalaji, Eros Now, SonyLIV

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): FreeCharge, India's leading digital payments platform on Thursday announced its partnership with ALTBalaji, largest digital platform for original shows from India, to provide easy, secure and fast digital payment solutions for users.

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Transcending current gifting ideology, Bigsmall.in brings forth collection of unique corporate gifts to choose from

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Corporate gifting has emerged out to a pioneering gifting sector in the recent years. As per the statistics, in 2015, India alone had a gifting market of USD 30 billion, out of which, USD 2.5 billion belonged to corporate gifting. Companies today are showing more interest in their relations with customers and employees; as a result, a trend of corporate gifting has started gaining pace.

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How Int'l Yoga Day fervour gripped north-east

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): With the whole nation being gripped in the 'Yoga fever', a special fervour for the day was witnessed in the north-eastern region of the country.

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Ruckus in Punjab Assembly: Suspended MLAs stage protest, AAP MLAs thrown out

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:07 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 22 (ANI): A scuffle broke out between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Sukhpal Khaira, Simarjeet Singh Bains and Balwinder Bains of Lok Insaf Party with security officials outside Punjab Assembly on Thursday after they were forcibly removed from the building.

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Congressional Black Caucus declines Trump's invitation

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 15:07 IST

New York [U.S.], June 22 (ANI) :The Congressional Black Caucus has declined an invitation for a follow-up meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, terming his administration's policies and proposals as detrimental to all black Americans and their constituencies.

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Video-calling made easier with Google Allo's latest update

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): With the latest update on Allo messaging app, users can now make video calls using Google Duo, without going to the app itself!

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SECI tenders 750 mw solar park in Rajasthan

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:46 IST

New Delhi [India] June 22 (ANI): Setting a new trend in the Solar Energy sector again, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has tendered a750 MW of solar park in the state of Rajasthan, at a low benchmark price of Rs.3.93/kWh compared to the previous benchmark price of Rs.4.43/kWh.

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Policy specialist, global business lawyer Hemant Batra joins leadership, expert team of not-for-profit Goeman Bind HTO

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Goeman Bind HTO, an international not-for-profit think tank and research advisory on Thursday announced the joining of globally acclaimed policy specialist and corporate lawyer, Hemant Batra.

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24 killed in Car Bomb attack at New Kabul Bank in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 22 (ANI): As many as 24 people were killed and 60 others wounded when the militants launched a suicide attack on New Kabul Bank branch in Lashkargah, capital of Helmand province on Thursday. The intense fighting is still going on between the security forces and militants.

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MP: Debt-ridden farmer commits suicide in Hoshangabad

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:23 IST

Hoshangabad (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): In yet another incident of farmers' suicide, a debt-ridden farmer attempted suicide on Thursday in Madhya Pradesh's Hoshangabad and later passed away during the treatment in the hospital.

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Casey Affleck can 'trade a thousand Oscars' for...

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:22 IST

New Delhi [India], July 22 (ANI): Casey Affleck, who won this year's Best Actor (Male) award at the 89th Annual Academy awards, has revealed that he went home after the ceremony and gave the statue to his children.

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It's a baby girl: Gambhir becomes father again

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Veteran Indian batsman and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir and his wife Natasha have become parents, for the second time, to a 'little angel.'

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Three accused arrested in Greater Noida gang rape case

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:13 IST

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): The three accused of raping a woman in a moving car and throwing her in Greater Noida were on Thursday arrested.

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Why men gain weight after saying 'I do'?

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Bad news, ladies! Men get fatter after getting hitched and the early days of fatherhood add to the problem.

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Benami properties case: Misa Bharti's husband appears before I-T office

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti's husband Shailesh Kumar on Thursday appeared before the Income Tax (I-T) in connection with the charges against him on ownership of benami properties.

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Airbnb, World Bank sign MoU to enhance rural tourism

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 14:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The World Bank group and Airbnb on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), validating their combined efforts to boost the tourism industries of developing economies, at the Tourism Knowledge Exchange 2017, an event highlighting the latest innovations in sustainable tourism.

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Fathers-to-be! Be available to hold your partner's hand in delivery room

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Fathers-to-be! If you are thinking about the pain your partner will go through during delivery, just be there to hold her hand.

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MP: 21 peacocks die of water scarcity

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:53 IST

Morena (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): Atleast 21 peacocks died of water scarcity in Sumawali forest area of Joura town in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district.

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Lily Collins says suffering from eating disorder 'doesn't define me'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Actress Lily Collins is coming with her new movie 'To The Bone' on Netflix and follows the story of teenager named Ellen, who is fighting to recover from an eating disorder, which Lily herself has firsthand experience.

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Army not affected by stone pelting during Pulwama encounter: Col Ajit Kumar

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:51 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): Colonel Ajit Kumar on Thursday said that the Army was not affected by the stone pelting during the operation, where at least three Local Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter, as it was handled very well by the Pulwama Police.

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Suicide attack at New Kabul Bank in Afghanistan's Helmand

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:50 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 22 (ANI) :Militants launched a suicide attack on New Kabul Bank branch in Lashkargh, capital of Helmand province on Thursday. The intense fighting is going on between the security forces and militants.

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Here're some tips-n-hacks for trekking, this monsoon

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Trekking is one such activity that most enjoy in order to reach that perfect "View-point". But there is more to that - trekking isn't just about reaching your summit, perfect view or destination, it's also about your journey.

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Darjeeling unrest: Suo motto FIR lodged against GJM chief

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:47 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 22 (ANI): A fresh suo motto FIR has been lodged against Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung, his wife Asha and other party supporters under sections 302 and 120B.

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Indian diaspora in ASEAN recognises importance of fostering deep historical linkages: Swaraj

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj (EAM) on Thursday said that India diaspora living in ASEAN countries recognises the salience of fostering ties between New Delhi and the nations of the association.

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Mumbai: 10 gold bars recovered from Jet Airways flight

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:36 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): On specific intelligence, the officers of AIU rummaged Jet Airways flight no. 9W 535 which arrived from Dubai at 07:45 p.m. and recovered two unclaimed packets wrapped with black coloured adhesive tape concealed in the cavity behind the mirror in the left side rear toilet of the flight.

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Joel Edgerton to pen coming-out drama 'Boy Erased'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:36 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 22 (ANI): After enthralling fans with his writing in 2015s 'The Gift,' actor Joel Edgerton is coming back with his upcoming movie 'Boy Erased'.

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Salman salutes Indian soldiers in new 'Tubelight' photo

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Just a day left for the release of his upcoming movie 'Tubelight', Salman Khan has gone into a frenzy to promote his movie to the core.

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Eventual goal is to unearth talents for senior football team: Stephen Constantine

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Indian football team coach Stephen Constantine, who is a strong believer of "team for the future", is now toiling hard with the young players in the preparatory camp in New Delhi to get the entry into the 2018 AFC U-23 Championship.

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UP govt got uncontrolled law and order in heritage, says BJP

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:31 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI) : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has said on Thursday that BJP government in the state has got uncontrolled law and order situation in heritage.

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President polls: RJD to question JD (U) over extending support to Centre

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Questioning Nitish Kumar's extension of support to Centre's nominee for President, its ally Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Thursday said that it was a very good opportunity for the secular front to counter the saffron party but the Bihar Chief Minister's change of side has put the united opposition's future in jeopardy.

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Australia to resume bombing of ISIS targets in Syria

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:30 IST

London [U.K], June22 (ANI): Australia will resume air combat missions against Islamic State targets in Syria after the Australian Defence Force lifted a temporary suspension initially sparked by Russian threats to shoot down coalition planes.

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Can your blood group predict heart attack risk?

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): India is presently witnessing nearly two million heart attacks annually. A heart attack (clinically known as myocardial infarction) is the permanent damage or death of the heart muscles due to lack of oxygen-rich blood. According to reports, heart attack kills one person in every 33 seconds in our country.

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Luke Ronchi bids adieu to international cricket

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:10 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], June 22 (ANI): New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Luke Ronchi has announced his retirement from international cricket, saying he now wants to focus on his family.

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Naidu's statement on loan waive has insulted farmers: CPI (M)

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Thursday slammed Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu for his statement against the farmers demanding loan waiver and said that monetary burden on the cultivators is an outcome of Centre failing to fulfil its promise of providing minimum price support.

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Chhattisgarh: Additional constable killed by Maoists

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:03 IST

Chhattisgarh [India], June 22 (ANI): An Additional Constable named Sukku Gota was killed by Maoists in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur District on Thursday.

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Deficits in attention linked to increased alcohol use

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Finding it hard to multi-task? Your frequency of alcohol use could be a reason.

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Healing garden at your place: Homoeopathy speaks

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): One always aspires to be fit and healthy without taking any medicine. If there will be no stress, infections or any other disturbances, there will be no chance of getting ill. But the real world is exactly opposite. There is no life without challenges.

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Sedition charges dropped against 15 Muslims held cheering for Pak

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 13:01 IST

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh Police on Thursday withdrew the sedition charges filed against 15 Muslims for allegedly shouting pro-Pakistan slogans and bursting crackers after Pakistan's victory over India in the ICC Champions Trophy.

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Women activists for action against cop asking rape survivor for sexual favour

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:50 IST

Mumbai/ New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Condemning recent Rampur incident, where a cop asked for sexual favour from a rape survivor to nab her perpetrators, women activists on Thursday said that strict action needs to be taken against the police personnel for his act.

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Luxury brand Omega launches 1957 Trilogy limited-edition watches

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Over the course of one famous year, Omega released three professional timepieces that would all go on to become absolute classics: The Seamaster 300, the Railmaster and the Speedmaster. That year was 1957.

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Important for "pati parmeshwar" society to understand man, woman equal: Activists

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Following the incident where a man was arrested for allegedly stabbing his wife to death in northeast Delhi's Dilshad Garden area, women activists on Thursday said it is extremely important for the people and the "pati parmeshwar" society to understand that man and woman are equal and dignity and respect has to be meted out to both.

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Sensex crosses 31,500 mark, hits all-time high of 31,522

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Bombay Stock Exchange's (BSE) sensex on Thursday witnessed an all-time high of 31,522 points, recording a suge of over 200 points since the opening figure.

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Gulf crisis: Turkey sends First shipment of aid to Qatar

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:26 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 22 (ANI):Turkish economic minister Nihat Zeybekci said that the first Turkish ship carrying aid to Qatar has departed in a bid to break the embargo imposed on Doha by a number of Gulf countries.

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NSDC, Schneider's 'Centre of Excellence' to strengthen renewable energy sector

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Aiming to strengthen India's renewable energy sector and support the requirement of skilled manpower, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), in association with Schneider Electric India on Thursday facilitated the installation of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, focusing on power, solar and automation.

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Sheena Bora murder: CBI court adjourns matter till July 4

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:25 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Thursday adjourned the hearing in the Sheena Bora murder case till July 4.

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Presidential polls: AIADMK faction led by Panneerselvam supports Kovind

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 22 (ANI): The All India Anna Darvida Munnetra Kazagham (AIADMK) faction led by O. Panneerselvam on Thursday announced that they will support National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind as the latter is best fit for the job.

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Kashmir: Railway services suspended as officials apprehend protests

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], June 22 (ANI): The railway service from Qazigund to Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir have been suspended as authorities apprehend protests, following the death of three militants of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in a night-long operation by government forces in district Pulwama.

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Tom McCarthy reveals why he chose to direct '13 Reasons Why'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 22 (ANI): After directing the Oscar-winning movie 'Spotlight', people were really shocked when Todd McCarthy took the responsibility to direct Netflix series '13 Reasons Why'.

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Destroying Daesh would not end problems, says Barzani

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Kurd [Iran] June 22, (ANI) : The President of the Northern Iraq's Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), Masoud Barzani, has saidon Wednesday that destroying the Daesh group would not end problem and urged to address the causes that led to the emergence of the jihadist group.

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Imran condemns Sharif's govt to hinder JIT's investigation

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Imran Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has expressed his concerns over Pakistan's ruling party Pakistan Muslim League-N's (PML-N) efforts to hinder fair accountability in the Joint Investigation Team's (JIT) probe into the money laundering charges against Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's family.

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Bopanna-Dodig enter semi-finals of Aegon C'ships

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:20 IST

London [U.K], June 22 (ANI): Indian tennis Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig got the better of Australia's John Peers and Finland's Henri Kontinen to book their place in the semi-finals of the Aegon Championships here last evening.

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This Cabinet Minister's Lutyens bungalow keeps changing hands

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Cabinet Minster Mahesh Sharma's luck with Government housing has not been going his way since his first allotment after winning his first election from UP's Gautam Budh Nagar in 2014.

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BJP to file Kovind's nomination on June 23

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be filing the papers of nominee Ramnath Kovind for upcoming Presidential election on June 23.

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Farmers' protest turns violent on Thane-Badlapur highway

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 12:00 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): The farmers' protest on Thursday turned violent on Thane-Badlapur highway.

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Swamy backs NCM chief, says those celebrating Pak's victory should be sent there

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday backed National Commission for Minorities (NCM) chairman Syed Ghayorul Hasan Rizvi and said those who have to cheer for Pakistan are free to leave India.

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Increase body-image awareness to improve teens' health: Study

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Dear parents, here's another reason why you should encourage your kid to stay fit and healthy.

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Looking for stone removal procedure?

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Kidneys help in detoxifying and filtering impurities from the blood. They help us excrete excess toxins and excess water through urine.

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Arjun shares an awwdorable throwback picture with sister

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Everyone knows that Arjun Kapoor shares a great bond with his sister Anshula Kapoor.

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'I am poor, receive ration from NFSA', painted on houses in Rajasthan's Dausa

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:39 IST

Dausa (Rajasthan) [India], June 22 (ANI): In a bizarre case, several houses in Rajasthan's Dausa district were found painted with 'I am poor, receive ration'.

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Colgate scholarship offer - a small step towards your child's bright future

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Colgate-Palmolive India Ltd., the market leader in oral care in India launched its annual Colgate Scholarship Offer. As a part of this limited-edition offer, valid till July 31, 2017, Colgate is offering more than 300 scholarships worth more than Rs. 52 lakh, to help children take small, yet meaningful steps in fulfilling their dreams.

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Loan waiver has become fashion, should be waived in extreme situations: Naidu

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:30 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday said loan waiver has become fashion now and should be waived in extreme situations only.

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Warming temperatures could result in extinction of sea turtles

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Warmer temperatures mean sea turtles could be driven to extinction, suggests a new study.

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Union Minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy announces his plan to get AICTE recognition for ITI-trained technicians at BW Businessworld's HR Conclave

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Rajiv Pratap Rudy said his ministry is working towards getting AICTE recognition for Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) trained technicians. The Minister was speaking at the BW Businessworld's HR Conclave, organised the media house to launch their latest magazine.

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Srikanth, Praneeth progress into Australian Open quarters

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:17 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 22 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth produced a rich vein of form as he bounced back from a game down against reigning World No.1 Son Wan Ho to book his place in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open Super Series here on Thursday.

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Dr. Mahesh Sharma chairs third meeting of National Medical and Wellness Tourism Board

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): The third meeting of the National Medical and Wellness Tourism Board was held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Dr. Mahesh Sharma, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Tourism and Culture.

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OPPLE launches another pair of extraordinary LED lights - the Flood Light EcoMax II, SpotLight HJ

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): OPPLE, a global integrated lighting solutions company and one of the world's leading LED lighting brand on Wednesday introduced another set of advanced lights-the Flood Light EcoMax II and the SpotLight HJ. These are considered few of the best options amongst their range of professional luminaries.

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Ian McKellen launches short film project for LGBT stories

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:01 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 22 (ANI): Sir Ian McKellen and Gary Reich are planning a series of short films aimed at LGBT youth.

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Breathe fresh with Auzair

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 11:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI- Business Wire India): Auzair, a leading Australian firm providing fresh air in stored bottles, has launched its fresh air bottles in India to help people experience a healthier life with pure Australian fresh air. The bottle comes in two sizes - 7.5 Liters and 15 Liters.

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Turkey describes Japan as major economic partner in Asia-Pacific

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:49 IST

Tokyo [Japan], June 22 (ANI): In a first ministerial level visit in almost 14 years, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu is in Japan for a state visit who has described Japan as Ankara's major economic partner in the Asia-Pacific area.

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HWL semis: Confident India to take on Malaysia in quarter-finals

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:42 IST

London [U.K], June 22 (ANI): Inching closer to their aim of a top-two finish at the Hockey World League Semi-Final, the Indian men's hockey team will take on Malaysia in their quarter-final match here on Thursday.

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Monsoon clothing: Here are some tips to style yourself

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): As the heat is being kicked by our beloved weather monsoon, it's time we take a break from our everyday boring formals and try out new styles.

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John Abraham shares first look of 'Parmanu'

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Few weeks back, we got to know that John Abraham has kick-started the shooting of his upcoming project 'Parmanu-The Story of Pokhran' and now the makers have released the first look poster of the movie.

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MP: Debt-ridden farmer commits suicide

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:23 IST

Sagar (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): A debt-ridden farmer committed suicide by hanging himself in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar and left behind a suicide note.

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Curtain raises for second edition of `Slum Daud`

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel has led the curtain raiser of the second edition of the `Slum Daud` here last evening.

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J-K: Cordon laid in Anantnag after reports of terrorists hiding surface

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:12 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): The joint team of Army's first Rashtriya Rifles and SOG of Jammu and Kashmir Police have laid a cordon in several villages.

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Defence Experts laud Army for killing LeT militants

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 10:01 IST

New Delhi/ Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Defence Experts on Thursday lauded the Indian Army as they gunned down three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in an encounter in Pulwama district located in Southern Kashmir.

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See Iron Man, Doctor Strange and Hulk in new Instagram still

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Even superheroes feel the need to have lunch!

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India at UN questions funding of anti-govt. elements in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:50 IST

New York [U.S.] , June 22 (ANI) :Expressing concern over recent increase of terrorist attacks in Afghanistan that has brought underlying political tensions to the surface, India has raised some significant questions.

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SRK meets-and-greets all the Sejals of Ahmedabad

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): When it comes to adopting unique ideas to promote a movie, SRK is someone who always leads the pack and he has done it again with the promotion of his upcoming movie 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'.

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Lack Vitamin D? Your job could be a reason

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Stuck behind your office desk for most part of the day? Your nine-to-five job could be a major factor that puts you at high risk of Vitamin D deficiency.

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Made in India Assault Rifle fails trials

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): In recent tests held at the Rifle Factory in Ichapore, West Bengal India's indigenous 7.62 x 51mm prototype assault rifle failed trials on multiple parameters, with the Ministry of Defense's PMT (Project Management Team) ruling that the assault rifle was "at best only a prototype and requires comprehensive design analysis and improvement."

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GOT Season 7: The Kings and Queens all set for the war of Westeros

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Summer is here and so is the Winter!

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UP: Minor raped in Aligarh, locals lynch accused to death

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:18 IST

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 22 (ANI): A man who allegedly raped and murdered a minor girl was lynched by the locals to death in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh district.

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Pedal your way to office for a stress-free life

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 22 (ANI): Do you know! Your mode of transportation to office decides your stress quotient at work.

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Mumbai: 95-year-old woman succumbs to injuries after being hit by car

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 09:00 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Mumbai Police have registered a hit and run case against an unknown driver of a Honda city car for allegedly hitting a lady.

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Mosul mosque destruction means ISIS admitting defeat: Iraq PM

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 08:54 IST

Mosul [Iraq], June 22 (ANI):Iraq Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has said that the ISIS act of destroying the Great Mosque of Al-Nuri amounts to "an official announcement that they have admitted their defeat" in the eight-month-old battle of Mosul.

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Google Doodle honours visual artist Oskar Fischinger on 117th b`day

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 08:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Google, today, has released a Doodle to celebrate the 117th birthday of Oskar Fischinger, the German-American artist, musician and filmmaker who created incredible works of animated art set to music.

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J-K Police upgrading infrastructure facilities for jawans

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 08:50 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): The jawans of Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) hailed the authorities for upgrading the much needed infrastructure with all the facilities in the valley.

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Pakistan to make visa rules stringent for Chinese

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 07:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 22 (ANI): Pakistan has decided to make visa rules stringent for Chinese citizens after the recent abduction and killing of a Chinese couple from Quetta who was alleged of preaching Christianity secretly.

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Republican's bill to repeal ObamaCare will have 'heart': Trump

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 07:20 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 22 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has vowed that the Republican Bill to repeal and replace ObamaCare would have a 'heart'.

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Opposition a divided house over Presidential election: BJP

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 07:19 IST

New Delhi [India] June 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said that the Opposition is a divided house over the Presidential elections as many of its partners have extended support to ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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US asks China to pressurise North Korea to reduce escalation

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 06:12 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 22 (ANI): U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has asked China to exert more economic and diplomatic pressure on North Korea if Beijing wants to prevent further escalation in the region.

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Congress still hopes JD (U) will be with Opposition over President election

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 05:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The Congress on Thursday expressed hope that Janata Dal (United) will extend support to the opposition's presidential nominee.

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BJP says nobody takes Nirupam seriously

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 05:32 IST

New Delhi/Haldwani (Uttarakhand) [India], June 22 (ANI): Taking a jibe at Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam for asking veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan to withdraw from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) campaign, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said nobody takes Nirupam seriously.

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Balasore gears up for Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 05:32 IST

Balasore (Odisha) [India], June 22 (ANI): Balasore city in Odisha is all set to witness the annual Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra from the majestic Emami Jagannath Temple on June 25.

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UN should only see Pak doesn't encourage terrorism: Swamy

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 05:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday categorically said that there is no scope for the United Nations' mediation in Kashmir issue and the world body should see that Pakistan doesn't encourage terrorism.

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Three LeT terrorists killed in Pulwama encounter

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 04:42 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): At least three Local Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama district.

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Russia cancels talks with US over new sanctions

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 04:34 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 22 (ANI): Russia has cancelled its planned talks with the United States after Washington imposed a new series of sanctions over Moscow's military intervention in Ukraine.

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Man shouts 'Allahu Akbar', stabs officer at Michigan airport

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 04:13 IST

Michigan [United States], June 22 (ANI): An officer at the Bishop International Airport was stabbed in the back and neck on Wednesday in what is being seen as a possible terror attack in Flint, Michigan, local media reports said.

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28 hour countdown of launching 31 satellites starts today

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 03:39 IST

New Delhi [India] June 22 (ANI): The 28-hour countdown for the launch of 31 satellites on Friday morning is starting from Thursday morning at 05:29 a.m.

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SP on Bachchan row: Our pain is more than Congress

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 03:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Taking a dig at the Congress for opposing Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan for promoting the Goods and Services Tax (GST) campaign, the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Thursday said its pain is more than the Congress as the superstar's wife represents the party in the Parliament.

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Woman gives birth to baby boy on railway platform

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 02:25 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India] June 22 (ANI): A woman on Wednesday delivered a baby boy on a platform of Thane railway station.

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests four Tamil Nadu fishermen

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 02:01 IST

Neduntheevu [Sri Lanka], June 22 (ANI): The Sri Lankan Navy on Wednesday arrested four Tamil Nadu fishermen for allegedly fishing in Sri Lanka's territorial waters.

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Army foils Infiltration bid in J&K, recovers AK-47, warlike stores

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 01:48 IST

Palanwala (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): The Indian Army foiled an infiltration bid by terrorists on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Palanwala sector.

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Trump's top aide Kenneth Juster likely to be new U.S. envoy to India

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 01:47 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 22 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump's top aide Kenneth Juster is reportedly set to be named as the new U.S. ambassador to India.

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Indian Army conducts trial of Howitzer M777 in Pokhran

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 01:29 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], June 22 (ANI): Following the procurement of the ultra light Howitzer M777 from the United States, two of the artillery pieces were brought to the Pokhran field firing range here for trial.

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Rashtriya Rifles officer injured in Pulwama encounter

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 01:02 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 22 (ANI): One officer of 50 Rashtriya Rifles on late Wednesday night sustained injuries in an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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Trump, Saudi crown prince discuss Mideast peace

Updated: Jun 22, 2017 01:02 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 22 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday called Saudi Arabia's new crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, to congratulate him on his recent elevation and discussed ways to resolve the ongoing dispute in the gulf region.

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Baloch activist demands UN intervention to stop Pak atrocities in Balochistan

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 23:37 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 21 (ANI): Baloch Republican Party activist Abdul Nawaz Bugti on Wednesday called on the United Nations Economic and Social Commission to raise concerns about the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects that have been causing 'political instability' in Pakistan's Balochistan area.

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DTC to buy 1,000 standard-floor buses soon

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 23:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot on Wednesday said that the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) board has decided to buy 1,000 standard-floor buses that are scheduled to come to city's roads in the current year.

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Chhattisgarh: Forces defuse IEDs planted to target police party

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 23:34 IST

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 21 (ANI): The security force on Wednesday defused IEDs planted by Naxals at 11 locations on Dhanora-Orchha road in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh to target police party.

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CISF celebrates International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:54 IST

New Delhi, [India] June 21 (ANI): The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Wednesday celebrated the third International Yoga Day across the country.

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MP Govt. suspends former Mandsaur's collector, SP

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:43 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh Government on Wednesday suspended two top officials, including former Mandsaur's District Collector Swatantra Kumar Singh and Superintendent of Police (SP) O P Tripathi, for failing to control the famers' agitation that resulted into police firing on June 6.

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MHA organizes Yoga sessions across country on International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:34 IST

New Delhi [India],June 21(ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) organised various activities across the country on the occasion of International Day of Yoga today.

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Cabinet committee appoints 12 new secretaries

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): In a major bureaucratic reshuffle, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) appointed secretaries to various ministries on Wednesday. Among the new appointments announced is that of Rajiv Gauba as the country's next Home Secretary after incumbent Rajiv Mehrishi superannuates on August 31, 2017.

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Security forces trap two LeT terrorists in Pulwama

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): Security forces have reportedly trapped two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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One killed, 30 injured after vehicle overturned in Allahabad

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 22:21 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh)[India],June 21(ANI): A person was killed and 30 others injured after a vehicle overturned in Uttar Pradesh's Allahabad.

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AIADMK announces support for Kovind

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:52 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 21 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edapadi K Palanisamy on Wednesday announced that the ruling All India Anna Darvida Munnetra Kazagham (AIADMK) will support National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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Kovind meets BJP veteran L.K. Advani

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21(ANI): Former Bihar governor and likely NDA presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind met veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani at his residence here on Wednesday.

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Lok Bhavan tragedy: Ex-gratia announced for deceased girl's kin

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:51 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India],June 21(ANI): Uttar Pradesh Rajkiya Nirman Nigam announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 1.5 lakh to kin of girl, who died after getting crushed under gate of Lok Bhavan in Lucknow.

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Mumbai's transgenders celebrate International Day of Yoga

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 21 (ANI): Sixty transgenders affiliated with the 'Kinner Maa Trust' celebrated International Day of Yoga here on Wednesday.

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JDU's support for Kovind speaks of his acceptability among non-NDA parties: Naidu

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday said that the fact that the opposition Janata Dal (United) has extended support to Ram Nath Kovind for the post of president, speaks volumes about his acceptability among non-NDA parties.

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SEBI relaxes norms for banks to take over listed companies stressed assets

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:41 IST

Mumbai [India], June 21 (ANI): Capital markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday relaxed takeover norms for acquisition of stressed assets of listed companies to help the government and the Reserve Bank of Indi

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Kimye hire surrogate for baby no. 3

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 21 (ANI): She may have two high-risk pregnancies, but Kim Kardashian West is not stopping at that. This time, she has considered surrogacy for baby no. 3 with Kanye West.

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Rajiv Gauba to be new Home Secretary

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 21:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday named Rajiv Gauba as the next Home Secretary and Subash C Garg as the next Secretary for Department of Economic Affairs.

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Salman again shines at Times Square with his 'Find Laxman's Brother' squad

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 20:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Salman Khan's upcoming highly-awaited film 'Tubelight' has been making headlines every single day owing to its unique promotional strategies. Recently, the poster of the Kabir Khan's directorial was spotted at New York's Times Square with a unique caption, "My brother is missing, help me find him".

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Hindu can't be terrorist, only Sanghi can be one: Congress

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Following Haryana Minister Anil Vij's 'Hindu cannot be a terrorist' statement, the Congress Party on Wednesday asserted that a Hindu can't be a terrorist, only a Sanghi can be one.

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Karnataka: Turkish currency worth Rs. 75 crore seized, four arrested

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:59 IST

Chitradurga (Karnataka) [India], June 21(ANI): The police on Wednesday arrested four persons, including a police constable with Turkish currency worth Rs. 75 crore from Chitradurga district of Karnataka.

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BSNL's Bharat Net to connect one lakh gram panchayats

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The Chairman and Managing Director of the public sector undertaking (PSU) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has revealed that one lakh gram panchayats will be telephonically connected soon through Bharat Net.

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New Indian coach to have tenure till June 2019 World Cup: BCCI

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president C.K. Khanna on Wednesday said that the new coach for the Indian cricket team, whose tenure will be fixed at least till 2019 World Cup, will be announced before the Sri Lankan tour.

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BJP backs Anil Vij's 'Hindu can't be terrorist' statement

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21(ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday backed Haryana Minister Anil Vij's 'Hindu cannot be a terrorist' statement, saying that it would be a contradiction to call Hindus terrorists as the Hindu religion is not fundamentalist.

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Queen's speech: Government will deliver eight separate bills on Brexit

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:32 IST

London [U.K.], June 21 (ANI): As Britain's embattled Prime Minister Theresa May officially begins leading a minority government, Queen Elizabeth II read out a list of the government's intentions along with eight draft laws to take Britain out of the European Union.

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Trump congratulates Handel for winning in Georgia

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The United States President Donald Trump congratulated fellow republican Karen Handel for defeating Jon Ossoff in Georgia's sixth congressional district.

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Now, you can watch Great American Eclipse from Atlantic Ocean

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 21 (ANI): Planning to travel for the Great American Eclipse this August? You may want to consider a landless option.

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`Harry` SRK asks `Sejal`: Will you be my Radha?

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The first track from the highly anticipated 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' is out!

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EU, Japan to discuss imperative energy reforms

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 19:04 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 21 (ANI): Policy makers from the European Union (EU) and Japan would be discussing wide range of topics related to energy in a meeting today in Brussels.

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A Hindu cannot be terrorist, says Haryana Minister Anil Vij

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:52 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India] June 21 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said there cannot be any term like 'Hindu terrorism', and added that a Hindu can never be a terrorist.

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845MW worth solar power plants installed across India: NTPC

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) of India has recently revealed that India now hosts solar power capacity worth 845 MW, after the recent addition of the 225 MW Mandsaur Solar Power Project- a 250 MW solar farm located in Madhya Pradesh.

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Yoga has countless benefits: Nirmal Singh

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:44 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): On the third International Day of Yoga, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh along with other state minister on Wednesday performed yoga at his residence in Srinagar and asserted that it has countless benefits.

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'Jagga Jasoos' next song 'Jhumritalaiyya' is Ranbir's favourite

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): To add to the magic of music, the makers of 'Jagga Jasoos' are all set to release the third song from the film titled 'Jhumritalaiyya', which is also lead actor Ranbir Kapoor's favourite.

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Darjeeling schools to be given relaxation for 12 hours on June 23: Binay Tamang

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:37 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 21 (ANI): Amidst a burgeoning political crisis in Darjeeling, Assistant General Secretary of the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) Binay Tamang on Wednesday said all schools in Darjeeling will be given a relaxation for 12 hours on June 23 to evacuate students from the city.

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Loan waiver will give farmers' relief: Karnataka Minister

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 21 (ANI): With the Karnataka Government announcing a waiver of short term loans of farmers till Rs.50,000 from cooperative banks, the state's Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, T.B. Jayachandra, said Wednesday that a certain amount of relief will be provided to farmers through this decision.

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Which are your favourite #YoYoHoneySingh songs?

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): On the occasion of World Music Day, Yo Yo Honey Singh is keen on asking his fans about their favourite songs of the singer.

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Sad day for Indian cricket: Lalchand Rajput on Kumble's resignation

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:22 IST

Mumbai [India], June 21 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Lalchand Rajput on Wednesday declared Anil Kumble's decision not to continue as the national cricket team's head coach as a sad day for Indian cricket and praised him for doing a great job during his one-year tenure.

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Gippy Grewal all set to star in war biopic 'Subedar Joginder Singh'

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): After enthralling the audiences with his outstanding performance in the wedding-based flick 'Manje Bistre,' Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal is all set to feature in a first ever war biopic of Punjabi film industry, titled 'Subedar Joginder Singh.'

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Odisha to host 22nd Asian Athletic Championships

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India],June 21 (ANI) The Government of Odisha and the Athletics Federation of India have pulled off an incredible story by putting together the 22nd Asian Athletics Championship in record time.

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Arjun Kanungo, Akasa Singh celebrate World Music Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Music is an integral part of life as it touches your soul, and enhances harmony and happiness. As we celebrate World Music Day, some of the young and upcoming musicians from our industry share their love for music and what it means to them.

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Terrorist killed at Brussels railway station was Moroccan

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 18:08 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 21 (ANI): A suspected terrorist who detonated a suitcase at the Brussels Central Station in a failed terror attack has been identified as a Moroccan national in his 30s who was shot dead by soldiers on patrol.

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RJD will wait till June 22 to decide on support for Kovind

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:58 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 21(ANI): Even as its ally, the Janata Dal (United), extended their support to the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav said Wednesday that his party will wait till June 22 before making a final decision.

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Banks, POs given 30 days to exchange demonetised notes at RBI

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The government on Wednesday issued a notice permitting banks and post offices to exchange old currency notes worth Rs 500 and Rs 1000 with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) within the next 30 days, provided these notes were collected by December 30, 2016.

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Romania's government collapses after six months

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:54 IST

Bucharest [Romania], June 21 (ANI):Romania's left-wing government collapsed Wednesday after lawmakers backed a no-confidence vote in Prime Minister Sorin Grindeanu following power struggles within his party and over the country's failed anti-corruption fight.

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Snack Food Association demands five Percent GST rate instead of 12 Percent on namkeen-farsans

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council had announced 12 percent tax rate for Indian traditional Namkeen, Savories, Farsan, Potato Chips, Banana Chips and so on. This rate should be reduced to 5 percent to maintain uniformity with the GST rate for sweet meats and Mithai, stated Ajit Mota, President - Snack Food Association of Maharashtra.

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You might want to delete these things from Facebook

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): It lets you connect with your friends, know where they are, share where you are and what not!

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Man denied ambulance services to carry burnt sister in UP

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:54 IST

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): In a shocking case of gross negligence by medical authorities, a man in Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Hardoi district was denied an ambulance by a government hospital to take his severely burnt sister for treatment in Lucknow.

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3-year-old becomes SAARC's youngest incompatible kidney recipient

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:49 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 21 (ANI): In a major breakthrough in kidney transplant, a team of doctors has conducted an ABO incompatible kidney transplant on the youngest child in SAARC region.

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Advisory for Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:49 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): In order to ensure the safe and secure movement of yatri vehicles, the state police has issued a travel advisory for the forthcoming Amarnath Yatra.

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Instagram Stories now has 250m users, new 'replay' feature

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Commemorating its achievement of registering 250 million daily users on its 'Stories' feature, social media engagement platform Instagram on Wednesday announced an update to its 'Live Video' segment.

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Jailtey invites Russian firms to propel 'Make in India' in defence production

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:37 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 21 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday invited Russian firms to partner with Indian companies to propel the Make in India mantra in defence production.

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Mswipe raises Series D funding of USD 31 million

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Mswipe Technologies Private Ltd., an independent POS merchant acquirer and network provider on Wednesday announced the procurement of Series D funding of USD 31 million from UC-RNT fund, a joint venture between Ratan Tata's RNT Associates and the University of California along with existing investors Matrix Partners India, Falcon Edge Capital and DSG Consumer Partners.

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Yoga belongs not only to India but to the whole world: Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday addressed a gathering on the International Day of Yoga asserting that 'Yoga belongs not merely to India, but to the whole world'.

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Punjab: Farmers protest over farm loan waiver issue on NH-1

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:33 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 21 (ANI): Farmers in Ludhiana staged a protest on the issue of farm loan waiver and implementation of Swaminathan Report on National Highway (NH-1) on Wednesday.

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Chidanand: International Yoga Day is a historic moment for India

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:19 IST

New York [U.S.A], June 21(ANI): President and spiritual head of the Parmarth Niketan Ashram Chidanand Sarawasti during the World Yoga Day celebration at the United Nations said that the day is a historic moment for Yoga and India.

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Don't promote BJP's stupid act of GST: Nirupam to Big B

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21(ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday cornered veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan for advertising the NDA Government's Goods and Services Tax (GST), saying the latter should not promote the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP's) 'stupid act'.

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Team India will get new head coach before Sri Lanka tour: BCCI

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) senior official Rajeev Shukla on Wednesday assured that the Indian cricket team will have a new head coach before next month's tour to Sri Lanka as Anil Kumble stepped down from the post in the wake of his alleged differences with captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday.

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Nine-year-old Lucknow girl dies after being crushed under Lok Bhavan gate

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India],June 21(ANI): In a tragic incident, a nine-year-old girl died on Wednesday after being crushed under a gate of Lok Bhavan in Lucknow during construction work.

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From 'surya namaskar' to 'asanas': When students got yoga break

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 21 (ANI): Braving the rain, more than 1000 people took part in the International Yoga Day celebrations to make it a big hit.

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'GOT' creators denies Season 7 screenings to critics

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:02 IST

London [UK], June 21 (ANI): If you are worried that some really important scene of Season seven of 'GOT' will get leaked just before the premiere of new season takes place, then we might have some good news for you.

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Rani to lead Indian eves in HWL semis

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Rani will lead the 18-member Indian women's hockey squad while Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam will serve as vice-captain in the Hockey World League Semi Final, beginning July 8 in Johannesburg.

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International Yoga Day: PM Modi promotes body positivity

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Yoga is a 5000 year-old discipline from India that promotes physical, mental and spiritual practices and encourages positivity of the mind, body and soul.

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Tributes paid to famed poet Nida Fazli

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): An evening of ghazals and songs titled "Ek Shaam ek Shayar" was organised as tribute to legendary Urdu and Hindi poet Padmashree Nida Fazli at Mavalankar Hall, New Delhi here recently by the Akaro Association for Education and Social Welfare.

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AAI, celebrates International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:38 IST

New Delhi [India] June 21, (ANI): Personnel of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) celebrated the 3rd International Day of Yoga today at the Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan here.

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Amazon India sees 'yoga fashion' taking over the world

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:38 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 21 (ANI): While it's fashionable to be fit, the leading e-tailer Amazon has revealed that the fashion world too is taking a yoga spin.

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India most reliable regional partner of Afghanistan: Pentagon

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:28 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 21 (ANI) :Afghanistan is "at a critical point" as it faces a continuous threat from as many as 20 insurgent and terrorist networks operating in the Afghanistan-Pakistan region, the Pentagon has said in a new report to Congress. It also reveals U.S. and Afghan authorities are negotiating with Taliban for peace talks.

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People going to bed after 3am have less control over OCD symptoms

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): The proverb early to bed and early to rise makes man healthy, wealthy and wise, rightly explains a recent study, as it suggests people who sleep after 3 a.m. at night have lower perceived control of obsessive thoughts.

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Britain's Prince Philip admitted in hospital with infection

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:11 IST

London [U.K.], June 21 (ANI): The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip has been admitted to hospital for treatment of an infection arising from a pre-existing condition.

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Benami properties act: Lalu's daughter Misa Bharti joins I-T probe

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti finally made an appearance before the Income Tax department here on Wednesday, in connection with the charges against her on ownership of benami properties.

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`Hated my coach, but stuck with him`: Bindra on Kumble-Kohli rift

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): After Anil Kumble stepped down from the post of Indian cricket team's head coach following a rift with captain Virat Kohli, Olympic gold-medallist Abhinav Bindra has revealed how he stuck with a coach he hated, for 20 long years.

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Justice Karnan lodged in Kolkata Presidency jail

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:08 IST

Kolkata(West Bengal)[India],June 21(ANI): Retired Kolkata High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan, who was arrested yesterday in connection with a contempt of court case, was lodged in Kolkata's Presidency Jail on Wednesday after the Supreme Court refused to grant him interim bail.

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Grateful for the love SRK showered on 'Jagga Jasoos': Ranbir

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 16:05 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], June 21 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor is on cloud nine after having received huge appreciation for his upcoming film 'Jagga Jasoos' from the Badshaah of Bollywood.

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BVG celebrates Silver Jubilee in grand style

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): A Marathi entrepreneur in the form of Hanmant Gaikwad has brought change in the service sector. His success has brought glory to Maharashtra and is pride of all Marathi people, said Union Road, Surface Transport and Shipping Minister Nitin Gadkari.

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Banks, post offices to deposit scrapped Rs. 500, Rs. 1,000 notes to RBI by July 20

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The government has asked banks and post offices to deposit demonetised notes of Rs.500 and Rs.1000 to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) by July 20.

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Jharkhand: Security forces seize massive cache of explosives, ammunition

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:34 IST

Latehar (Jharkhand) [India], June 21 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District police in a joint operation on Wednesday unearthed and seized huge amount of explosives and ammunition hidden by Naxals in the forest area of Latehar district of Jharkhand.

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Iran objects to Tillerson's call for regime change, delivers protest at UN

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:23 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 21 (ANI): Iran has objected to the calls made by the US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson of supporting efforts of a regime change in Tehran and also threatening to pursue sanctions on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

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Fit mind, fit body is God's abode: President Mukherjee on Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee has urged the people to practice yoga everyday as a fit mind and fit body is the abode of God. Inaugurating the third International Yoga Day in Rashtrapati Bhawan on Wednesday, the President said "Yoga is the ancient tradition of India. It is helpful in getting rid of health problems".

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HP Inc. introduces two new convertible notebooks

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Aiming to instill creativity among students, professionals and millennials, HP Inc. on Wednesday introduced two new convertible notebooks - HP Pavillion x360 and HP Spectre x360, enabled with Windows Ink capabilities.

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Karnataka Govt. to waive farmer loans upto Rs. 50,000

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday announced to waive off short term loan of farmers till Rs 50,000 availed till June 20, 2017 from cooperative banks.

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Ola to create 25,000 jobs in Andhra Pradesh by 2022

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Taxi and auto aggregator Ola on Tuesday announced its exclusive partnership with Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) aiming to boost transportation across the state, with both inter-city and intra-city services, and further promote tourism and mobility ecosystem in the state.

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Georgia Elections: Republicans outwit Democrats again

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:43 IST

Atlanta [U.S.A], June 21 (ANI): Republican Karen Handel defeated Democrat Jon Ossoff in a special election for a Georgia house seat by a narrow margin of five percent on Tuesday.

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Review petition will be listed before Odisha HC: CBSE to Delhi HC

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Amid the row surrounding the re-evaluation of the board exam papers, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Wednesday told the Delhi High Court that the review petition will be listed for hearing before the Odisha High Court on Friday and a committee has been formed to oversee process of marking.

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Philippines' Duterte apologises for martial law, pledges to rebuild Marawi

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:31 IST

Manila [Philippines], June 21 (ANI): Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has apologised to the people of Marawi for declaring martial law in Mindanao island and vowed to rebuild the city which was destroyed after four weeks of fierce fighting between forces and ISIS affliated militants.

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Samajwadi Party to declare stand on Kovind on Thursday

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:21 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 21, (ANI): The Samajwadi Party (SP) has said that it will declare its stand on NDA Presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday.

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Tom Parker steps down as SCG curator

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:10 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 21 (ANI): Long-serving Sydney Cricket Ground curator Tom Parker will step down from the position at the end of September, just few months prior to Australia's home Ashes series.

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Preschooler's engagement with peers linked to improved literacy

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 14:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): A child's individual engagement with teachers, peers and tasks in preschool is linked to improved literacy, language and self-regulatory skills.

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Corey Stoll in talks to star as Buzz Aldrin in 'First Man'

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:59 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): Corey Stoll is all set to land his footsteps on the moon!

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1993 Mumbai blast: Convict Firoz Khan slapped with Rs. 2000 fine

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act court on Wednesday imposed a fine of rupees 2000 on 1993 Mumbai blast convict Firoz Khan after his lawyer called the witnesses in the case, but did not examine them.

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JD (U) to support Ram Nath Kovind for President

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:59 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 21 (ANI): In a major blow to the Opposition, the Janata Dal (United) on Wednesday confirmed they will support the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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Denis Villeneuve feels he has 'made peace' with failure

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:59 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): After enthralling fans with movies like 'Prisoners' and 'Arrival', director Denis Villeneuve believes he has made peace with the idea of failure of his upcoming movie 'Blade Runner 2049'.

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Twitter can't handle Republican Senator's 'failed hug' with Ivanka Trump

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:45 IST

Washington [U.S.A], June 21 (ANI): Republican Senator Marco Rubio opened a Twitter 'investigation' on Tuesday afternoon, after his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump the same day went viral on twitter.

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ISIS-linked militants attack Philippines village, take hostages

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:45 IST

Manila [Philippines], June 21 (ANI): Several residents have been taken hostage and used as human shields after armed terrorists stormed a village in the Cotabato province of the Philippines, according to local police.

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Grow Fit raises USD 4.5 million in Series A funding

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Mobile-health Company Grow Fit on Wednesday raised USD 4.5 million in Series A funding led by Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), the PE arm of Manipal Group.

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Nehwal, Srikanth sail through to Australian Open pre-quarters

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:34 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 21 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal produced a spectacular performance as she eased past fourth-seed Sung Ji Hyun of Korea to storm into the second round of the ongoing Australian Open Superseries, here at the Sydney Olympic Park on Wednesday.

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Confident that Sasikala will back Kovind for President: Swamy

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Expressing confidence on All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) backing National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy o

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Darjeeling: Exodus by residents, labourers amid indefinite GJM strike

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:28 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 21 (ANI): Amid the indefinite bandh in Darjeeling hills which entered its ninth day today, Residents and labourers were seen leaving the area due to the indefinite strike called by Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) for a separate Gorkhaland.

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Ex-AP chief secy fired for 'anti-govt' content on social media

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:27 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh), June 21 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu sacked former state chief secretary IYR Krishna Rao from the post of Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation Chairperson, for allegedly castigating the state government on social media.

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Delhi Court slams MCD over poor sanitation, garbage management

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday slammed Municipal Corporation of Delhi (north, south and east) in failing to manage the sanitation and garbage management in the national capital.

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International Yoga Day: India sets 24 new world records

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:12 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 21 (ANI): Lauding the success of the World Yoga Day, Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday informed that 24 new world records have been set on the grand occasion.

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International Yoga Day: Big B goes into meditation mode in new photo

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): With the whole world celebrating 2017 International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm, our B-town celebs are not far behind in expressing their enthusiasm for the age-old practice.

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Here's when 'VIP-2' trailer and audio will release

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Good news for all Dhanush fans! The most-awaited trailer and audio of 'Velai Illa Pattadhari 2' aka 'VIP 2' will be released on June 25.

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Videocon envisioning topline revenue of Rs.1658 crore during FY 2017-18

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Videocon Telecom is aiming to deliver consolidated topline revenue of Rs. 1658 Crore in the current financial year- FY 2017-18, from its existing, newly setup and upcoming business lines.

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'Forced' conversions resulting in mass exodus of Hindus from Pakistan

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 13:02 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 21 (ANI): The population of Hindus in Pakistan has declined drastically from about 23 per cent in 1947 to only 6 per cent now due to forced conversions, oppression and suppression in the Islamic nation the Nation reported

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Diplomatic efforts underway to initiate Indo-Pak dialogue: UN

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:57 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 21 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has assured that diplomatic efforts are underway to re-initiate a dialogue between India and Pakistan for resolving the decades-old Kashmir dispute.

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Gold Winner Vita D3+ adds star power, signs Puneeth Rajkumar as brand ambassador

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Gold Winner, an edible oil brand in India that is fortified with Vitamin D3 from a vegan source on Wednesday roped in actor Puneeth Rajkumar as the brand ambassador.

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Exhaustion of immune cells linked to irritable bowel syndrome

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): Australian researchers have recently discovered that exhaustion of the immune system is linked to a specific type of an intestinal disorder causing pain in the stomach, wind, diarrhea and constipation.

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Music cluster of Sony Pictures Networks offers India a brand-new lineup of next-gen Indie artistes

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): To go beyond simply being 'curators of good music', Sony MIX and Sony ROX HD have committed to raising the bar by not just curating good music but also facilitating the creation of great music.

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Gadot was paid the same as Cavill in their superhero movie debuts

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:50 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): Recently, there were reports that 'Wonder Woman's Gal Gadot was paid less than her DC counterpart Henry Cavill as Superman.

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Bopanna-Dodig reach quarter-finals of Aegon Championships

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:50 IST

London [U.K], June 21 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig produced a spirited performance as they bounced back from a set down to progress through to the quarter-finals of the Aegon Championships here last evening.

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Justice Karnan a 'rotten egg' in the judicial system: Congress

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): A day after retired Kolkata High Court judge C.S. Karnan was arrested, the Congress party on Wednesday dubbed the former as a 'rotten egg' and asserted that he should have been more mindful as it was a high office which he adorned.

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Chhattisgarh: Two women Naxals killed in encounter

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:13 IST

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 21 (ANI): Two women Naxals were gunned down in an encounter with the joined team of the Special Task Force (STF) and District Reserve Guard (DRG) in Abujmarh area of Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district.

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Centre treating farmers like 'Terrorists': Yechury

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:11 IST

New Delhi [India] June 21, (ANI): Continuing his attack on the Centre over farmers, Communist Party Marxist (CPI-M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury on Wednesday asserted that instead of aiding farmers in distress the Government is treating them like 'Terrorists'.

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Shocking! Murray suffers first-round exit at Aegon Championships

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 12:07 IST

London [U.K], June 21 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray's troubled season continued as he slumped to a shocking straight-sets defeat at the hands of Australia's Jordan Thompson in the opening round of the Aegon Championships here last evening.

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How television is celebrating International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21 (ANI): From beer yoga to heavy metal yoga, the ancient tradition entwined with India's international image and legacy has seen many alternatives spring up all over the world.

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Koovathur issue: Stalin introduces 'no-confidence motion' in Tamil Nadu Assembly

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:59 IST

Chennai [India], June. 21 (ANI): DMK working president MK Stalin introduced 'no-confidence motion' in the Tamil Nadu assembly today and raised the Koovathur issue.

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Microland positioned as major contender in Everest Group's PEAK Matrix for solutions: IT Infrastructure Services Automation 2017

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Microland, a leading global hybrid IT service provider on Tuesday announced that it has been positioned as a "Major Contender" in Everest Group's PEAK Matrix for Solutions: IT Infrastructure Services Automation 2017.

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International Yoga Day: Treat yourself these spiritual retreats

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): When was the last time you came back from a vacation with that feeling of giddiness? No, we are not talking about the times when you were 'high' in the hills!

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Han Solo 'Star Wars' movie loses its directors

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): 'Star Wars' fans, we have some bad news for you.

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Travis Kalanick steps down as Uber CEO amid internal rift

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:51 IST

New York [USA], June 21 (ANI): Travis Kalanick, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uber has resigned on Wednesday

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Brickwork India wins CII award for Customer Obsession 2016

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Brickwork India was honoured by CII with the "Active Customer Engagement" award as part of "CII award for Customer Obsession -2016" in the inaugural edition held on June 16, 2017, at New Delhi.

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'Sherlock' creators team up for 'Dracula' mini-series

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:50 IST

London [UK], June 21 (ANI): Steven Moffat and Mark Gattis are coming again for a series and no it is not 'Sherlock'.

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Air Chief joins nation, leads yoga session at Air Force Station

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The Indian Air Force on Wednesday also joined the league to mark the third edition of the International Yoga Day, with Air Chief Marshal B. S. Dhanoa leading a Yoga session organised at the Air Force Station here.

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Recover from surgery, office stress with yoga

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:41 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): Attention people! Whether you are experiencing a stressful day or an injury, restorative yoga may just be the thing for you, especially for mental health.

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Pakistan PM announces Rs 10m each for Champions Trophy winners

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:41 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 21 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has announced price money of Rs 10 million each for every player of the national cricket team, as a reward for winning their maiden Champions Trophy on Sunday.

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SC rejects plea to suspend Justice Karnan's sentence

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 21 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to suspend the six-month imprisonment sentence for Calcutta High Court Judge Justice (Retd.) C.S. Karnan, in a contempt of court case.

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OYO registers occupancy rate of 75 percent

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Budget-hotel chain OYO registered a 75 percent occupancy rate, surpassing the hospitality industry's 65 percent occupancy rate.

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Everyone should incorporate Yoga in their lives: Malaika Arora Khan

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:12 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21 (ANI): With the whole world celebrating 2017 International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm, our B-town celebs are not far behind in expressing their enthusiasm for the age-old practice.

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World's oldest Yoga teacher, India's oldest Yoga Guru show how it's done

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:07 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 21 (ANI): World's oldest Yoga teacher Tao Porchon-Lynch and India's oldest Yoga guru Amma Nannamal demonstrated various asanas in Bengaluru at Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium today on the occasion of the third International Yoga Day.

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Consume fish, soybean for 'healthy brain' in adulthood

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): Dear parents, make your children eat fish, soybean, sunflower and walnuts in their adolescence years, as a study has found that a diet lacking omega-3 fatty acids during teenage may increase anxiety-like behaviour and worse performance on a memory task in adulthood.

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Rupee witnesses 14 paise decline against USD

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 11:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The rupee rate on Wednesday saw a 14 paise decline in comparison to the US Dollar (USD), which was capped at 64.64.

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Hope Kumble continues association with Indian cricket: CK Khanna

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): A day after Anil Kumble stepped down from the post of Indian cricket team's head coach, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president C.K Khanna on Wednesday expressed hope that the former cricketer continues his association with Indian cricket in any way possible.

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Bhopal: Congress workers perform 'shavaasana' to protest against Mandsaur farmer killings

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 10:16 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): Congress party workers on Wednesday found a novel way of protesting against the Mandsaur farmer killings and observe International Yoga Day at the same time.

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Yoga now an international art, neither political nor religious: Naidu

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 10:08 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): As cities across India rolled out yoga mats at various venues to mark the importance of yoga on the International Yoga Day, Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu said the practice has now evolved into an international art, free of any political tinges.

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Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:55 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 21 (ANI): In a major reshuffle announcement on Wednesday, Saudi Arabia's King Salman has named his son, Mohammed bin Salman, as heir.

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`Dunkirk` will be Nolan's shortest film since directorial debut

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:55 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): With a run-time of one hour and 47 minutes, 'Dunkirk' is all set to become Christopher Nolan's shortest film since his directorial debut.

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'Praying' gives older adults a boost to live longer

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): Older adults, who pray regularly, are more likely to have a perception that God will be there to protect and comfort them in later stages of life, according to a study.

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Ladakh: -25 Degree Celsius does not stop ITBP from performing Yoga

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:30 IST

Ladakh (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): Joining the nation in celebrating the third edition of International Yoga Day, the Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) force on Wednesday performed yoga at nearly 18000 feet above the sea level in Ladakh at biting -25?Celsius.

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India leads the way in celebrating International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Even as rain played a bit of a spoilsport in many places like Lucknow and Delhi, the nation gathered in large numbers at various parks and public places across the country today to mark the third International Day of Yoga brimming with excitement and energy.

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Mobb Deep rapper Prodigy passes away at 42

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 09:12 IST

London [UK], June 21 (ANI): Rapper Prodigy, one half of the hip-hop duo Mobb Deep, has died at the age of 42.

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Connecting the world: Here is how the globe is celebrating International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 08:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): With Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the International Yoga Day celebrations in Lucknow, the entire world has been equally thrilled and pumped up to observe the occasion, taking a pledging to keep their body, mind and soul fit.

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Ranbir becomes Katrina's 'inner voice' in new Jagga Jasoos video

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 08:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are leaving no stone unturned to promote their upcoming movie 'Jagga Jasoos'.

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Six cups of ground coffee can improve nose, throat surgery

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 08:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 21 (ANI): Rejoice coffee lovers! Researchers have recently improved the accuracy of a scanner used to map the skull of nose and throat surgical patients with six cups of ground coffee.

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Sopore encounter: Two terrorists gunned down, ops underway

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 08:14 IST

Sopore (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): Two terrorists were gunned down on Wednesday morning in an encounter with security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore district.

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Oscar-winning actor Daniel Day Lewis retires from acting

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 08:03 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 21 (ANI): If you are a fan of actor Daniel Day Lewis, then we have some bad news for you.

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Yoga's popularity soaring, connecting the world with India: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 07:29 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): Addressing the gathering at the International Yoga Day celebrations here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Yoga has become an integral part of every Indian household.

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Finally, Barbie's boyfriend Ken gets a makeover: Cornrows, man buns

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): After being overshadowed by Barbie for decades, now Ken is finally getting some attention with new makeover.

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Int'l Yoga Day: Yoga onboard INS Jalashwa, Kirch in Bay of Bengal

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 07:06 IST

Onboard (Bay of Bengal), June 21 (ANI): On the third edition of International Yoga Day, the Navy personnel performed Yoga onboard Indian Naval Ship (INS) Jalashwa and Kirch in the Bay of Bengal.

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Ramdev, Gujarat CM participate in Yoga Day celebrations

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 07:06 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 21 (ANI): To celebrate the third International Yoga Day, Yoga guru Ramdev and Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani participated in a Yoga camp here.

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Mammoth gathering at UN marks exponential growth in awareness of Yoga: Syed Akbaruddin

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 06:18 IST

New York [U.S.], June 21 (ANI): On the third anniversary of International Yoga Day, India's permanent representative at the United Nations and former official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India Syed Akbaruddin on Wednesday said that today's mammoth gathering at the United Nations marks the exponential growth in their awareness of Yoga.

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U.S. spy satellites detect activity at North Korean nuclear test site

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 06:08 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 21 (ANI): U.S. spy satellites have detected new activity at North Korea's underground nuclear test site for the first time in several weeks.

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Nation celebrates third International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The nation is celebrating third International Yoga Day. This year the theme of the day is 'Yoga for Harmony and Peace'. The yoga protocol will begin at 7 a.m. and last for 45 minutes.

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UN warns U.S. against disengagement from world

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 06:03 IST

United Nations, June 21 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned the Trump administration against isolating the United States from the rest of the world.

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Instead of projecting victim card, Tejashwi Yadav should explain source of money: BJP

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:57 IST

New Delhi/Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 21 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashvi Yadav should explain the source of money instead of projecting the victim card.

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Yoga helps create better balance with nature: UNGA chief

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:56 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 21 (ANI): On the third anniversary of the International Yoga Day, United Nations General Assembly president Peter Thomson asserted that the age old practice guides people towards being in harmony with fellow humans and with nature.

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Germany raids residences of 36 people accused of hateful postings over social media

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:16 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 21 (ANI): The German Police has raided the residences of 36 people accused of hateful postings over social media, including threats, coercion and incitement to racism.

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Centre acted like spectator in Darjeeling unrest: NCP

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday said the Centre acted like a spectator in the entire Gorkhaland agitation, adding that there is something behind the curtain that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is cooking.

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Mulayam has acted like statesman by supporting Kovind: Swamy

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Appreciating Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav backing NDA Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday said the former has acted like a statesman in the matter.

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J-K: Encounter underway in Sopore

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 05:05 IST

Sopore (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 21 (ANI): An encounter is currently underway between security personnel and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore district.

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PM Modi congratulates Lucknow sub-inspector for writing poem on Yoga

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 04:50 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated a sub-inspector for writing a poem on Yoga.

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European court strikes down Russia's 'gay propaganda' law

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 04:38 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 21 (ANI): A European court has declared a Russian law banning expressions of "gay propaganda" to be discriminatory, ordering Moscow to pay out compensation to three gay rights activists and setting the stage for further conflicts with Europe over Russia's treatment of gays and lesbians.

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Mumbai's dabbawalas perform Yoga, says it's an 'old Indian culture'

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21 (ANI): Mumbai's famous Dabbawalas celebrated International Yoga Day by performing at the Versova Beach as they believed it has a power to treat the internal body problems and it's an old Indian culture.

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Trump's harder stance towards Pak not good news for India: Defence Expert

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Cautioning India to not to be happy about United States hardening its stance towards Pakistan, the defence experts on Wednesday said New Delhi should know that U.S. President Donald Trump would not target those terror groups which target our nation, because he does not see terrorism holistically.

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U.S. imposes new sanctions on Russia over Ukraine

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:55 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 21 (ANI): The U.S. has imposed additional sanctions on Russia over its actions in Ukraine, blacklisting 38 individuals and entities.

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Telangana: Official liquidator arrested in fraud case

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:25 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 21 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and Hyderabad Police have arrested an official liquidator for his complicity in a fraud case relating to transfer of official liquidator funds to United Bank of India (UBI) of Khammam branch and fraudulent withdrawal thereon.

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Grenfell Tower residents urge visitors to stop taking selfies

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:16 IST

London [UK], June 21 (ANI): The West London residents have expressed outrage at the influx of visitors taking selfies in front of Grenfell Tower and urged the guests to refrain from partaking in "grief tourism".

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Justice Karnan to move SC to seek his release

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): Calcutta High Court Judge Justice (Retd.) C.S. Karnan, who was arrested yesterday from Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore will move the Supreme Court on Wednesday seeking his release and cancellation or suspension of the jail sentence in the contempt of court case.

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Humanity shamed again! Denied ambulance, man carries infant's dead body in arms

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:03 IST

Malkangiri (Odisha) [India], June 21 (ANI): Another incident of apathy towards the poor has come to fore.

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JD (U) to discuss support for Kovind

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:00 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 21 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has called a meeting of senior Janata Dal (United) leaders on Wednesday to discuss extension of support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Ram Nath Kovind for the post of president.

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China, U.S. to hold first diplomatic dialogue today

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:00 IST

Beijing [China], June 21 (ANI): China and the United States will hold their first diplomatic and security dialogue on Wednesday in Washington, DC.

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China has not worked out on North Korea: Trump

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 02:00 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 21 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has said that China has tried to help the United States solve increased tensions with North Korea, but "it has not worked out."

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Telangana CM holds sheep distribution programme for welfare of Yadav community

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 01:26 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 21 (ANI): A sheep distribution programme was held by Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao at Gajwel town here.

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Man with suicide bomb belt shot at Brussels central station

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 01:23 IST

Brussels (Belgium) June 21 (ANI): A man with suicide bomb belt was shot at the Brussels central station.

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CCTVs installed in Hyderabad shops to keep crime at bay

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 01:21 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 21 (ANI): In a bid to enhance security and safety, the shopkeepers in the commercial area of Hyderabad's Secunderabad have installed CCTVs due to which crime has decreased by 37 percent in the city as compared to last year.

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Telangana's little sailors get into armed forces

Updated: Jun 21, 2017 01:13 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 21 (ANI): India is a basket full of young talents which is proven everyday by stories from all over the nation.

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Kumble confirms rift with Kohli as reason for stepping down

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Anil Kumble, who stepped down as Indian cricket team's coach on Tuesday said he was informed that skipper Virat Kohli had reservations about his work 'style' and his extension as the head coach, which prompted him to resign.

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China refuses to change stand on Masood Azhar

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:49 IST

Beijing [China] June 20 (ANI): China on Tuesday again made it clear that it will continue to block India on Pakistan -based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed leader Masood Azhar citing disagreements in the UN Committee related to terrorism issues in this particular case.

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U.S. jet shoots down 'Iranian drone' in Syria

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:11 IST

New York [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): A U.S. F-15 fighter jet shot down an armed Iranian drone advancing on coalition forces in southern Syria near At Tanf, the US-led coalition said on Tuesday.

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Telangana: Man running orphanage held for raping minor

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:11 IST

Malkajgiri (Telangana) [India] June 20 (ANI): Sunith Kumar, 55, Secretary of an orphan house on Tuesday was booked for allegedly raping a minor girl repeatedly at its premises.

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HWL: Netherlands ends India's unbeaten streak with 3-1 win

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:04 IST

London [U.K], June 20 (ANI): Thierry Brinkman, Sander Baart and Mirco Pruijser helped the Netherlands thrash India 3-1 in the high voltage game here at the Hero Hockey World League Semi Final on Tuesday.

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Hyderabad: Body of new born girl child found in poly bag

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:04 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana),[India] June 20 (ANI): The body of a new born girl child was found in a polythene bag in Hyderabad's Bahadurpura.

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In the end Shiv Sena-BJP are 'Hindutva brothers': Swamy

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday welcomed Shiv Sena for its support to National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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J-K: Security forces launch cordon and search op in Sopore

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 23:03 IST

Baramulla (J-K),[India] June 20 (ANI): The Army, Special Operations Group (SOG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a massive Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in north Kashmir's Sopore area, of Baramulla district late in the evening today.

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With Kumble gone, M.V. Sridhar to supervise India for Windies tour

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): With Anil Kumble deciding to step down as the coach of the Indian Cricket team, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) deputed its general manager M.V. Sridhar to supervise the team management for the West Indies tour.

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Gopal Ansal's mercy plea nothing but a sham: Neelam Krishnamurthy

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:36 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): After the Delhi Government rejected the mercy petition of Gopal Ansal, who is an accused in the Uphaar tragedy case; founder of Association of Victim, Neelam Krishnamurthy, on Tuesday stated that his mercy plea is nothing but a sham.

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Euro MPs call for suspension of Turkey accession talks

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:36 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 20 (ANI): The European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee MEPs have adopted a resolution urging Brussels to formally suspend EU accession negotiations with Turkey, due to constitutional change that grants Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with sweeping powers.

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J-K: Terrorists hurl grenades, open fire on CRPF camp in Tral

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:17 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir), [India] June 20 (ANI): Terrorists on Tuesday hurled two grenades and opened fire on Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)'s 180 battalion camp in Tral area of Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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Online scam: Dried lizard penises being sold as 'magic root'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 20 (ANI): Everyone is aware of the stream of bizarre drugs available online to increase sexual prowess and desire, but a recent case stands out as the classic example of 'it happens only in India'.

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CBSE sets up two committees to review evaluation processes

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:16 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday set up two committees to review the evaluation processes being followed in the Board.

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Centre accords Z+ NSG security cover to Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Centre has accorded Z+ security cover of National Security Guard (NSG) commandos to NDA Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind.

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Everything is definitely going to be fine with Caitlyn Jenner: Kim K

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 22:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Looks like actress Kim Kardashian is hopeful that her rift with Caitlyn Jenner over claims in the former Olympian's tell-all memoir, 'The Secrets of My Life', will heal and 'everything will be fine'.

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'Unbiased' Centre has proof against Lalu: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 21:30 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 20 (ANI): After the Income Tax department released a list of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's relatives' seized Benami properties, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday asserted tha the Centre was not being biased as it has proof.

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HWL semi-final: India go down 1-3 against Netherlands

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 21:29 IST

London [UK], June 20 (ANI): India went down 1-3 against Netherlands in their final Group B clash of the ongoing Hockey World League Semi-final here in London on Tuesday.

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Event hosted for underprivileged kids at DLF

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 21:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): To make underprivileged kids feel special, DLF Promenade opened doors with a warm welcome to a group of 15 kids from CRY- Child Rights and You for a day full of entertainment and creativity on Tuesday.

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Celebrate 'The Art of Living' on this International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): To help and heal your body from everyday's routine and stress in a fast city like New Delhi, you must visit a spacious garden in Noida that can rejuvenate your body on the International Yoga Day on June 21.

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Hafiz Saeed threatening Baloch people under Pak's patronage: Munir Mengal

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:46 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 20 (ANI): Exiled Baloch leader Munir Mengal has alleged that Hafiz Saeed, head of Jamaat-ud-Dawa, has been threatening the local people in Balochistan under the patronage of Pakistan.

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Justice Karnan arrested in Coimbatore

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20, (ANI): Calcutta High Court Judge Justice (Retd.) C.S. Karnan, who is facing jail term in contempt of court case, was arrested by the Kolkata police in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on Tuesday.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ships 'A' Division: Madhya Pradesh beat Odisha 4-2

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:32 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy defeated Hockey Odisha 4-2 in their Pool C encounter of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division here on Tuesday.

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India will set an example for the world with GST: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:31 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 20, (ANI): Thanking all political factions for extending their support to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) bill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday stressed that India would set an example following its implementation.

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Ram Nath Kovind never said he follows BJP's ideology: Congress

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:30 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 20 (ANI): Congress senior leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday said the party will only support that candidate who doesn't follow the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) ideology, however, added that Kovind did not owe his allegiance to saffron party's ideology.

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Shiv Sena confirms supports for Ram Nath Kovind as President

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 20 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Tuesday extended support to ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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Rekindle marital spark with animals and bunnies

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): As bizarre as it may sound but perusing pictures of cute animals could be the key to a happy marriage.

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Taslima Nasreen gets Indian visa extended

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): Controversial and exiled author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday got extension of her Indian visa.

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Kumble steps down as India coach, says 'doesn't want to continue'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Former leg-spinner Anil Kumble on Tuesday stepped down from the post of India head coach.

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UP witnessing development under Yogi Govt: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 20, (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the progress of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, saying that Uttar Pradesh is witnessing development in his rule.

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More than 7000 Sejals write to `Harry` SRK

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Yes, you heard it right! More than 7000 Sejals across the country have written to Harry aka Shah Rukh Khan.

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Russian fighter jet buzzed U.S. Military aircraft

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:01 IST

New York [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): An armed Russian fighter jet buzzed a U.S. Air Force Navy reconnaissance aircraft conducting surveillance operations in the Baltic Sea.

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I-T noose around Yadav's based on concrete evidence: BJP

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said that the Income Tax department tightened the noose around Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav's family, only after finding concrete evidences.

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FCA India opens pre-bookings for the Jeep Compass in Delhi/NCR

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI-NewsVoir): Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) India today announced the opening of pre-bookings for its Made in India Jeep® Compass in Delhi. To pre-book the Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV), interested customers can either log in to the company's official website www.jeep-india.com or visit the nearest FCA or Jeep-exclusive showroom and place a pre-booking amount of Rs. 50,000.

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Uphaar tragedy case: Delhi Govt. rejects mercy petition of Gopal Ansal

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 20:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): The Delhi Government on Tuesday rejected the mercy petition of Gopal Ansal, who is the accused in Uphaar tragedy case.

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FCA India opens pre-bookings for the Jeep Compass in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI-NewsVoir): Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) India today announced the opening of pre-bookings for its Made in India Jeep® Compass in Mumbai. To pre-book the Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV), interested customers can either log in to the company's official website www.jeep-india.com or visit the nearest FCA or Jeep-exclusive showroom and place a pre-booking amount of Rs. 50,000.

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Nepal EC ordered to present 'torn ballot papers' within a week

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:47 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 20 (ANI): The Nepal Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission (EC) to present the torn ballot papers from the Bharatpur Metropolitan City's ward 19 before it within a week.

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'Expectant father' Du Plessis in race against time for Lord's Test

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:46 IST

London [UK], June 20 (ANI): South Africa Test skipper Faf du Plessis is likely to miss the opening Test of the four-match series against England at Lord's owing to the birth of his first child.

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Kerala in grip of 'fever deaths' including Dengue

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:37 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), [India] June 20 (ANI): It's just been few days that monsoon has finally struck Kerala, but it has brought along with it a host of diseases that have begun to claim lives in the state.

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Rajkot: Women, children to create record in 'Aqua yoga'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:36 IST

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India] June 20 (ANI): Ahead of the International Day of Yoga celebrations on June 21, over 1,000 children and women will take part in 'Aqua yoga' to create a new record here.

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Ramamani lyengar Memorial to be awarded for contribution in Yoga

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Ramamani lyengar Memorial Yoga Institute has been selected as the first recipient of the Prime Minister's Award, for outstanding contribution for promotion and development of Yoga.

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Sasikala to discuss 'Kovind' with AIADMK MLAs: Dinakaran

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:27 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 20 (ANI): All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) general secretary V. K. Sasikala will soon clear party's stand on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presidential candidate Ram Nath Kovind.

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Deport Mirwaiz, other separatists to Pakistan: Dogra Front

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:26 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 20 (ANI): Dogra Front on Tuesday demanded Kashmiri Separatist Mirwaiz Umar Farooq's deportation to Pakistan for continuing to hurt the Indian sentiments by supporting Pakistan cricket team.

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Lorde apologizes for comparing Taylor Swift with 'Autoimmune Disease'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Feeling sorry about her recent statement, Singer Lorde has apologised for being "really insensitive" by comparing her friendship with pop star Taylor Swift as someone struggling with an 'autoimmune disease'.

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Nirbhaya Fund: Delhi buses to now have CCTV cameras

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:25 IST

New Delhi [India]June 20, (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) led Delhi government will soon install CCTV cameras in over six thoudand buses in the national capital using the Nirbhaya Fund.

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Pakistan 'shoots down' Iran's surveillance drone in Balochistan

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:18 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): The Pakistani military has shot down an Iranian "spy drone" over Panjgur in Balochistan, some 45km inside Pakistan territory on Tuesday.

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Trump travel ban: U.S. Court clears way for internal vetting

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:17 IST

New York [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court has formally cleared the way for President Donald Trump's executive order on travel restrictions to move forward, but with a proviso that there will have to be internal reviews and vetting procedures of other countries for visa applications.

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Cabinet Secretary P.K. Sinha reviews GST preparedness

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Cabinet Secretary P.K. Sinha on Tuesday reviewed the overall preparedness for the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) from July 1.

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Gorkhaland agitation trickles down to Bengaluru, massive demonstration held

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:16 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 20 (ANI): Amidst a burgeoning political crisis in Darjeeling, a major demonstration was held in Bengaluru city on Tuesday in support of Gorkha Janmukti Morcha's (GJM) demand for Gorkhaland.

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Mumbai blast convict Firoz pleads 'don't give me death sentence'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): Firoz Khan, who was pronounced guilty in the 1993 Mumbai blast case here today, pleaded before the special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court seeking lesser quantum of punishment in the case.

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Amazon, ClearTax partner to enable sellers get GST ready

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Amazon.in today announced its partnership with ClearTax to launch ClearTax Biz and ClearTax Biz+ that aims to help sellers on its marketplace file and reconcile their tax returns conveniently in accordance with the upcoming GST rollout.

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Travel tips to savour the magic of monsoon

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The ruthless heat of summer has been defeated by the pleasant showers that are slowly making their way across the country.

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OMA Emirates introduces biometrics PoS terminals in India

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Leading payments solutions and financial technology company OMA Emirates has announced the launch of Biometrics PoS terminal range - iWB Bio Series in India.

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3 places you just can't miss on Grand Tour of Switzerland

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Is there a better way to beat the merciless Indian summer than to head out for a vacay in Switzerland? Hint: there isn't.

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Dravid advices Indian think tank to take decisive call on Dhoni, Yuvraj

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Former skipper Rahul Dravid feels that the Indian team management should now take decisions keeping in mind the 2019 World Cup, which includes the roles of veterans Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh in the current team.

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'Mamata filing FIR against entire Darjeeling': BJP calls for probe

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:23 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20, (ANI): Training guns on Mamata Banerjee over the growing Darjeeling unrest, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said that the West Bengal Chief Minister was 'filing an FIR against the entire population of the state'.

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Google enhances art search experience with latest updates on Search and Maps

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): In a bid to inspire art enthusiasts around the world to brush up their art knowledge and become art experts, Google has announced the latest updates on Search and Maps driving newer ways to experience artworks online.

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Tejashvi claims 'political vendetta' after IT releases Yadavs' benami list

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:22 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 20 (ANI): After coming under the Income Tax radar, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashvi Yadav on Tuesday rejected any wrongdoing by his family and stressed that rumours being spread are part of a political conspiracy and vendetta.

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Cattle ban: Will take a call once verdict arrives, says TN CM

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 18:01 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] June 20 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Palaniswami on Tuesday said he would announce his stance on the Centre's ban on cattle sale for slaughter at animal markets, once a verdict is decided by the apex court.

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Teenager killed, 7 injured in celebratory gunfire after Pak's Champion's Trophy win

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:59 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): A 15-year-old boy was killed and more than half a dozen sustained injuries in celebratory firing which took place in different parts of Karachi after Pakistan won their maiden Champions Trophy title after their astounding win over arch-rivals India on Sunday.

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PM Modi arrives in Lucknow for International Yoga Day celebrations

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:58 IST

Lucknow [India], June. 20 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on Tuesday evening on a two-day visit to the Uttar Pradesh capital.

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Pakistan to revive Keti Bander power project with Chinese help

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:58 IST

Karachi [Pakistan] June 20 (ANI): Suffering from an acute power crisis, the Government of Pakistan has decided to revive the Keti Bander thermal power project as a CPEC project in the expectation of getting financial help from China.

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Trump tweets support for Handel as Democrats eye big win in Georgia

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:55 IST

New York [U.S.], June 20 (ANI):U.S. President Donald Trump has urged voters to vote for Republican Karen Handel, who is fighting a close race against Democratic newcomer Jon Ossoff in a highly anticipated District 6 race of Georgia on Tuesday.

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Car bomb attack kills nine in Mogadishu

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:54 IST

Mogadishu [Somalia], June 20 (ANI): At least nine people have reportedly been killed in a car bomb attack in Somalian capital Mogadishu.

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French defence minister resigns amid fake jobs probe

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:53 IST

Paris [France], June 20 (ANI): French Defence Minister Sylvie Goulard has resigned from President Emmanuel Macron's government amid a preliminary investigation into her party's potentially fictitious employment of parliamentary assistants, local media reports said.

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Here's how you can take care of your skin, hair in monsoon

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): After the long and torturous summer spell, the monsoon is finally here and as much as we love to welcome rain, it isn't the best thing for your make-up and hair. The heat, humidity and rain all together would just not help to keep the make-up meltdowns at bay.

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Carrier with charas seized in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:34 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 20 (ANI): A carrier containing ten kilograms of Charas was seized at the Integrated Check Post (ICP) of Panitanki in West Bengal's Darjeeling by a joint operation conducted by the 41 Selection Service Board (SSB) battalion and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Kolkata on June 19 at 5 p. m.

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Rabri Devi owns over 18 flats, 18 parking spaces: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:33 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 20 (ANI): With the Income Tax Department attaching the benami properties of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's relatives, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday alleged that former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi owns more than 18 flats and 18 parking spaces in Patna.

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Hike launches wallet, UPI payments for quick transactions

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Home-grown messaging platform Hike Messenger on Tuesday launched the feature of 'Hike Wallet' on its all-new visually unique version Hike 5.0 to send and receive money in the most easiest manner.

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Roadside mine blast kills six policemen in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:32 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 20 (ANI): As many as six policemen were killed on Tuesday afternoon when their vehicle hit a roadside mine on the Lashkargah-Kandahar highway.

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Cristiano Ronaldo to testify in tax fraud case on July 31

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:27 IST

London [UK], June 20 (ANI): Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has been summoned by the Spanish authorities as part of the investigation into his tax affairs.

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Transcend boundaries of age this International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Supporting the call by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to celebrate the third International Day of Yoga on June 21, MyGov will complement the effort by providing an avenue for sharing pictures of three generations of the family practicing Yoga.

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Lalu's family in jeopardy, now wife Rabri accused of corruption

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's family is under fire, as first it was his children who were being accused of corruption and now his wife Rabri Devi is being inculpated of owning benami properties.

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MP: 15 arrested for 'sedition', after celebrating Pakistan's Champion Trophy win

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:25 IST

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): As many as 15 men in Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday were arrested for criminal conspiracy and sedition, after they allegedly raised pro-Pakistan slogans and celebrated Pakistan's Champions Trophy cricket triumph against India which was held on June 18.

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Expedite emission norms for thermal power plants, say citizens

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Sixty three signatories from civil society organisations, medical professionals and concerned citizens all over India have written to the Minister of Environment Forest and Climate Change, urging implementation of new norms for emission standards and water use of the coal fired thermal power plants.

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Mohammad Amir to feature in English county this summer

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:20 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir, who tormented the Indian top order in the Champions Trophy final, is all set to make his county debut for Essex this summer.

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Unprecedented broadcast coverage of Women's WC marks turning point for game

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:19 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 20 (ANI): The Women's World Cup 2017 will see unprecedented broadcast coverage as the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the 31-match television and online schedule.

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South Korea to produce missile interceptor to fight North Korea

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:18 IST

Seoul [South Korea], June 20 (ANI): South Korea to soon begin the mass-production of new missile interceptor code-named M-SAM to fight its neighbour North Korea.

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AasaanJobs launches Chatbot feature

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Online recruitment marketplace in India AasaanJobs has announced the launch of its latest Chatbot feature, allowing job seekers to discover and explore different jobs listed on the platform with ease.

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Mulayam backs NDA Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:06 IST

Lucknow(Uttar Pradesh) [India]June 20, (ANI) : Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav on Tuesday extended his support to NDA's presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind, saying that he is a deserving candidate.

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Indian movies extremely popular in Russia, says Russian diplomat Anatoly Kargapolov

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Lauding Indian Cinema for its hard-hitting content and cinematography, Charge D'affaires of the Russian Embassy Anatoly Kargapolov recently said that Indian movies are extremely popular in Russia and are watched by many back home.

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'Badman' represents progressive cinema: Gulshan Grover

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Bollywood actor Gulshan Grover, whose mockumentary feature film 'Badman' will be the opening film at the prestigious 39th Moscow International Film Festival and has also been invited to be screened at the London Indian Film, recently said that it's a very proud moment for him as his film, which represents progressive cinema, is getting international acclaim.

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Paytm introduces zero cancellation-handling fees for flight tickets

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Paytm has waived off cancellation-handling fee for flight tickets booked on its platform.

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Working with Arjun was an emotional experience: Anil Kapoor

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:32 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): 'Mubarakan' has been creating the right noise since its announcement as Chacha Anil Kapoor and Bhatija Arjun Kapoor will come together for the first time on silver screen.

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Our aim is to qualify for 2018 AFC U-23 C'ships: Stephen Constantine

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): As the Indian football team are currently attending the final preparatory camp ahead of the 2018 AFC U-23 Championship Qualifiers kicked off at the Ambedkar Stadium in the national capital on Monday, national coach Stephen Constantine has said that his side would not carry laid back attitude and focus on qualifying for the main event.

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RaysExperts commissions 5.5 MW solar project for a leading PSU

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Leading innovative solar solutions provider RaysExperts on Tuesday announced the commissioning of its 5.5 MW solar project for an Indian PSU.

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Australia halts air strikes over Syria amid US-Russia tensions

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:18 IST

London [U.K], June 20 (ANI): Australia has suspended air strikes over Syria 'as a precautionary measure' after Russia threatened that it would consider any plane from the U.S. led coalition flying west of Euphrates as potential targets, following the U.S. downing of Syrian military jet.

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Wish Russian modern cinema was more easily accessible: Gulshan Grover

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Bollywood actor Gulshan Grover, whose mockumentary feature film 'Badman' will be the opening film at the 39th Moscow International Film Festival, feels that Russian modern cinema inspires zillions across the globe and is now reaching outside Russia because of its content.

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Kabul lauds Iran for hosting Afghan refugees

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 16:14 IST

Kabul,[Afghanistan] June 20 (ANI): Afghanistan's Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah has hailed Iran's efforts to host Afghan refugees over the past three decades.

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Here is list of Lalu Yadav's relatives' Benami properties seized by I-T Dept.

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Income Tax department on Tuesday released a list of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's relatives' Benami properties seized by it.

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'Star Trek: Discovery' gets a September premiere date

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 20 (ANI): 'Star Trek: Discovery' has now an official premiere date now.

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GiftaLove.com to take finest route to expand its worldwide Rakhi delivery network

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI-Businesswire India): Leveraging on five years of experience, GiftaLove.com has become an eminent online gift store of India that caters people and their gifting needs round the year.

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Women's WC 2017: Suzie Bates believes experience will be key for Kiwis

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:47 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 20 (ANI): When it comes to the ICC Women's World Cup, experience can make all the difference and that is exactly what New Zealand skipper Suzie Bates is hoping will give her side the edge this summer.

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Moscow criticises EU Court for maintaining sanctions against Russian journalist

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:47 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 20 (ANI): Moscow has criticized the European Union's General Court's decision to uphold extension of restrictive measures imposed on Russian journalist Dmitry Kiselev in relation to 2013-2014 crisis in Ukraine.

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Shilpa Shetty's adorable b`day wish for her Ma

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:39 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): It's all about loving your parents. Expressing her love, bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra took to social media to wish her mom Sunanda Shetty on her birthday.

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Kovind chosen due to his qualities, not because he is a Dalit: Swamy

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday averred that there is no better candidate than Ram Nath Kovind for the post of President.

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Kerala godman bobbitisation case: No bail for Swami, victim to undergo polygraph test

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:29 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 20 (ANI): The Trivandrum Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses Act (POCSO) court on Tuesday dismissed the bail application of godman Ganeshananda.

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London: Team India leaves for West Indies, Kumble stays back for ICC meet

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:29 IST

London [UK], June 20 (ANI): India head coach Anil Kumble did not accompany the cricket team, which left on Tuesday for West Indies for the limited-overs series.

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'Controversial' Tripura Governor's communal tweet earns backlash

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Tripura Governor Tathagata Roy on Tuesday drew flak on the social media over his controversial tweet where he quoted a statement from Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee's diary entry which stated that the 'Hindu-Muslim problem won't be solved without a Civil War'.

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Ravi Shankar Prasad heaps praises on NDA's Presidential nominee Kovind

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Supporting the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) decision of naming Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind for the post of the President, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said the latter is an "epitome of decency and dignity" and deserves to hold the highest position of the country.

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Telangana: Little sailors make India proud

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:08 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 20 (ANI): Six sailors from Telangana have been recruited into the Naval and Armed forces, while still pursuing their schooling.

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Over 200 persons rescued from landslide-hit Arunachal Pradesh

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:08 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): security forces have reportedly rescued over 200 people from a landslide-hit area of Arunachal Pradesh.

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Cholera kills over 1000 Yemenis in last two months

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 15:08 IST

Sanaa [Yemen], June 20 (ANI): A cholera epidemic has claimed over a thousand lives in Yemen since late April, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Kovind resigns as Bihar Guv., WB Guv. Tripathi to replace him

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The President has accepted the resignation of Ramnath Kovind as the Governor of Bihar a day after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) named him as its Presidential nominee.

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Afghanistan: Judge killed, three civilians wounded in Jalalabad explosion

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:52 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 20 (ANI): A judge was killed and three other civilians wounded in an explosion in Nangarhar's provincial capital city of Jalalabad.

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No-fly list to be rolled out in July: Jayant Sinha

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): In the wake of lawmakers creating a ruckus at the airport, Minister of State (MoS) for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha on Tuesday said that a national no-fly list is under construction and will be rolled out in the first week of July.

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Activist lashes at UP, Haryana Govt. over increasing crimes against women

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Following the incident where a woman was gangraped in a moving vehicle in Sohna and was later thrown out in an unconscious state in Greater Noida, women activist Annie Raja on Tuesday lashed out at the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh for creating a fear among the women of the country.

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Jaitley visiting Russia to strengthen bilateral defence ties

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India] June 20 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley is starting his three-day Russia visit on Tuesday to strengthen bilateral defence ties between the two countries.

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SRK instantly said 'yes' to 'Tubelight': Salman Khan

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): As much as we are excited to see the Khans of Bollywood- Shah Rukh and Salman in 'Tubelight', it seems the former too was thrilled to play a cameo in the film.

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BlackBerry enables `Enterprise of Things` to thrive with enhanced mobile-security platform

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:15 IST

Waterloo [Ontario], June 20 (ANI): BlackBerry Limited on Tuesday announced productivity and security enhancements to its enterprise software platform designed to power the 'Enterprise of Things'.

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Narada sting: CBI issues notice to TMC leader Iqbal Ahmed

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:15 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 20 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday issued a notice to All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA and Deputy Mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation Iqbal Ahmed to appear before it on June 22 in connection with the Narada sting.

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Dravid set to extend his tenure as India A, U-19 coach

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Rahul Dravid is likely to extend his tenure as the coach of the India A and U-19 sides after the Board of Control for Cricket India's (BCCI) Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) agreed to offer a fresh two-year contract extension to him.

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USD 40K reward offered for information on Chinese scholar's kidnapping

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:08 IST

Beijing [China], June 20 (ANI): The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Crime Stoppers have jointly announced USD 40,000 as a cash reward for any information leading to the arrest of the person or persons involved in the case of missing University of Illinois scholar Yingying Zhang.

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Number of Chinese student applicants may drop after UCSD invite to Dalai Lama

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:04 IST

Beijing [China], June 20 (ANI): The number of Chinese student applicants to the University of California San Diego (UCSD) might drop after the 14th Dalai Lama delivered a commencement speech at the university on Saturday despite strong objections from Chinese students, according to an overseas study consultancy.

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Following failed discussions on cattle trade, DMK stages another walkout from Assembly

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:04 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 20 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Tuesday staged another walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly following their dissatisfaction over Chief Minister E. Palanisamy's "unacceptable" reply on the question of cattle trade regulations.

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Ajay Devgn and his 'badass' gang are out for gold in 'Baadshaho' teaser

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): After revealing the poster of 'Baadshaho' few days back, the film's lead actor Ajay Devgn has now launched the teaser trailer of the movie on Twitter.

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Axis Bank, Kochi Metro launches India's first single-wallet contactless, Open Loop Metro Card

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:00 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 20 (ANI-Businesswire India): Axis Bank, India's third largest private sector bank in association with Kochi Metro Rail Corporation (KMRL) has launched KMRL Axis Bank 'Kochi1' Card, India's first open loop EMV contactless metro card that would make travel a convenient and hassle free experience for commuters in Kochi.

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Champions Trophy 2017 was a roaring success: Ian Bell

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 14:00 IST

London [UK], June 20 (ANI): Former England batsman Ian Bell has hailed the recently concluded ICC Champions Trophy 2017, which was won by Pakistan after they thrashed India in the final on Sunday at the Kennington Oval, London.

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Demi Lovato touts new show at Cannes Lions Festival

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:45 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 20 (ANI): Demi Lovato fans, rejoice! The pop sensation is all set to come up with a new show on YouTube.

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Greater Noida gangrape: UP Govt. assures help to Haryana

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Siddhartha Nath Singh on Tuesday expressed sorrow over the recent Greater Noida gangrape incident and said the police would help the Haryana Police as much as possible to nab the culprits.

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Iran bans 'un-Islamic' Zumba

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:40 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): Iran has banned Zumba exercise classes, terming it 'un-Islamic'.

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JD (U) to discuss support for Kovind tomorrow

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:34 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 20 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has called a meeting of senior Janata Dal (United) leaders on Wednesday to discuss extension of support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Ram Nath Kovind for the post of president.

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Lucknow: SP's youth wing president, VP taken into custody ahead of PM Modi's visit

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Samajwadi Party's youth wing president Digvijay Singh Dev and vice-president Monu Singh have been taken into custody on suspicion of showing black flags on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Lucknow.

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GST to be rolled at midnight June 30: Jaitley

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday said the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be rolled out from midnight of June 30 in the presence of several dignitaries including President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President M.Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, besides other luminaries.

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'Family Guy' pays tribute to late 'Batman' star Adam West

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:24 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 20 (ANI): In the memory of late Adam West, American-TV series 'Family Guy' gave a picture paying tribute to the actor who played the role of Mayor in the show.

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Pak Senate to probe forced land 'takeover' by armed forces in Quetta

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): The Pakistan Senate's Defense Committee has constituted a sub-committee to investigate allegations that the armed forces have forcibly occupied lands in Quetta, Balochistan for their projects.

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Construction of chariots on for Puri's famed Jagannath Rath Yatra

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:20 IST

Puri (Orissa) [India], June 20 (ANI): The construction of chariots for the world famous 'Rath Yatra' of Lord Jagannath in Odisha is in full swing. The festival will be observed on June 25 (Sunday).

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ICC could scrap Champions Trophy for expanded World T20s

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:20 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive David Richardson has revealed that Champions Trophy could be scrapped to make way for the World T20 every two years.

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RJD backs Nitish, says BJP is selling Yoga 'like a commodity'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Tuesday came in support of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and said that latter's view of Yoga being politicised in the nation is correct as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is promoting Yoga "like a spectacle."

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Meerut: Woman gets into ugly spat with brother-in-law, beats him up

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:06 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): A woman in Meerut got into an ugly spat with her brother-in-law over breaking house lock, and ended up beating him along with her mother and sister.

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ASSOCHAM says roads, railways should be exempted from GST

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi[India], June 20 (ANI): In view of the long gestation period and showing negative returns, industry body ASSOCHAM has suggested that infrastructure and transportation such as road and railway sectors should continue to be exempted under Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.

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Want to provide middle ground for average, professional boxers with SBL: Bill Dosanjh

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): British-Indian businessman Bill Dosanjh, who is all set to launch the Super Boxing League (SBL) in India along with pro-boxing star Amir Khan, says the country has a huge talent potential for boxing and with the league they intend to provide a middle ground for both the average everyday player and the professional boxer.

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Real Madrid president downplays Ronaldo's exit talk

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:50 IST

Madrid [Spain], June 20 (ANI): Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has played down talks that Cristiano Ronaldo is leaving the Santiago Bernabeu club anytime soon, saying that no team has so far made a bid for their star striker.

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Jab Harry Met Sejal Mini Trail 3: What's SRK's excuse?

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): What excuse does Harry have now? According to Shah Rukh Khan, it is his "A1 character."

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'Spiderman: Homecoming' to have multiple post-credit scenes

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Spider Man fans, rejoice! The new flick, featuring Tom Holland as the friendly neighbourhood hero 'Spider Man,' will have more than one post-credit scene.

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PM Modi Govt. bolstering practice of Yoga in India: Ramdev

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:42 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 20 (ANI): A day ahead of the International Yoga Day on June 21, Yoga guru Baba Ramdev appreciated the efforts of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for celebrating it on a huge scale here on Tuesday.

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China, US to hold first diplomatic, security dialogue tomorrow

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:42 IST

Beijing [China], June 20 (ANI): China and the U.S. will hold their first diplomatic and security dialogue on Wednesday in Washington, DC.

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Cong. made Dalit president 15 years ago: Azad downplays NDA's Presidential nomination

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday downplayed the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) decision of naming Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind for the post of President and said it's not the first time when a person belonging to the minority community has been nominated for the top post, adding the Congress made a Dalit president 15 years ago, referring to K.R. Narayanan.

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Defence expert hails Lockheed Martin's pact with Tata to make F-16 planes in India

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): After Tata Group and American aerospace giant Lockheed Martin signed an 'unprecedented' deal to jointly produce the combat-proven F-16 fighter jets in India, defence expert Wing Commander (Retd.) Praful Bakshi on Tuesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government for "walking the talk" on the initiative.

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Actress Anjali's mother demands probe, claims she couldn't have committed suicide

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:18 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): A day after her daughter was found hanging at her residence, mother of Bhojpuri actress Anjali Shrivastav on Tuesday claimed that her daughter couldn't have committed suicide and hence, called on the police to probe the matter thoroughly.

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Pak Hindu women under constant threat of kidnapping, forced conversion: Media report

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:18 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): Hindu women in Pakistan are under constant threat of being kidnapped forced into religion conversion and marriage against their wishes. The fear among Hindu families is such that they have stopped sending their girls to schools out of fear that they might be kidnapped, an article appearing in the Express Tribune has said.

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Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 hits Arunachal

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:15 IST

Kameng (Arunachal), June 20 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 hit Arunachal's Kemang at around 10:01 a.m. today morning.

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Srikanth wants to start afresh post Indonesia Open triumph

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:15 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 20 (ANI): Despite clinching his maiden Indonesia Open title, ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth on Tuesday said he is looking forward to start from scratch in the Australian Open that gets underway today.

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Craft beer in USA is more popular than ever

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 12:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Today's drinkers become more educated by the day, and the breadth of choices available to them has never been so extensive. This is great for beer lovers and beneficial on the supply side as well, as a high-quality product created by friendly, local brewers means consumers will pay for good beer. It's no longer uncommon for enthusiasts to plan a brewery visit into their vacation.

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IIFA 2017: Saif Ali Khan believes B'wood is incomplete sans KJo

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:45 IST

Mumbai [India], June 20 (ANI): Saif Ali Khan, who will be co-hosting this year's IIFA awards with filmmaker Karan Johar, believes that the film industry is incomplete without the latter.

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International Day of Yoga: Rajiv Chowk Metro station to remain closed till 8.30 a.m.

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said on Tuesday that the Rajiv Chowk Metro station would remain closed till 8.30 a.m. on Wednesday (June 21) because of the events and activities related to the observation of International Day of Yoga (IDY) in the area close to it.

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Delhi Police arrests sharpshooter of Deepak Pandit Gang

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Delhi Police on Tuesday confirmed the arrest of Vishal alias Chiku, a sharpshooter of the Deepak Pandit Gang, who was wanted in a case of murder.

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Traffic cop stops President's convoy to let ambulance pass, wins hearts, reward

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:34 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 20 (AN): A traffic police officer deployed at Bengaluru's Trinity Circle on Saturday won hearts of the city and the netizens alike for deftly making way for an ambulance even as a convoy of the President of India was to pass through a busy junction.

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Jay-Z teases new album with snippet of 'Adnis'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Jay Z fans, Rejoice! The release date of his new album has been announced and it will surely make you go insane.

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Christians can now file for divorce without adultery allegation, says Lahore HC

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:10 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): Lahore High Court Chief Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah has said Christians would now be able to file for divorce without accusing each other of adultery.

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Online banking security incidents come with USD 1.8 mln price tag for banks

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 11:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI):The crippling financial implications of online banking security incidents have been brought to light by the latest Kaspersky Lab report into cyber security threats in the financial sector.

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Kyrgios suffers injury blow ahead of Wimbledon

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:58 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 20 (ANI): Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios suffered a major blow ahead of Wimbledon, when he was forced to retire from the first round of the ongoing Aegon Championships at the Queen's Club last evening.

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Quick reads for children during summer vacation

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Think of summer, and what comes to your mind? The scorching heat beating down on you? Ice creams melting all over your fingers?

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UP: Moradabad Police to penalise people taking 'life-threatening' selfies

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:33 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): As the popular culture of selfies continues to soar across the nation, forcing people to even risk their lives to get that perfect shot, the Moradabad Police has decided to take a stern action against the people found taking selfies at places which may be life-threatening.

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Chhattisgarh: Woman killed by speeding truck

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:30 IST

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 20 (ANI): A woman was crushed to death when she was run over by a speeding truck in Chhattisgarh's Jagdalpur on Tuesday.

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Sitharaman to chair Board of Trade meeting in Delhi

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): A meeting of the 70-member Board of Trade (BoT) will take place here today, with Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the chair.

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Five essential styling tips for every curvy fashionista

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Coco Chanel very rightly said "Fashion fades, style remains". So it is a myth that people with extra pounds can't be stylish.

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HWL semi-final: India to take on Netherlands today

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:28 IST

London [U.K], June 20 (ANI): The Indian men's hockey team will take on world number four Netherlands in their final Pool B clash of the Hockey World League semi-final here on Tuesday.

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Seclore declared 'Information Rights Management Vendor of the Year

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI-Businesswire India): Seclore, the most widely adopted solution for securing and auditing enterprise data, today announced that it has been awarded 'Information Rights Management Vendor of the year' award by Frost and Sullivan.

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Deepika gets Choice Movie Actress nod at 2017 Teen Choice Awards

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 10:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The start of 2017 has been nothing but great for Deepika Padukone. We saw her big Hollywood debut in 'XxX: Return of Xander Cage,' which garnered her appreciation from everyone and things are getting better and better for her.

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Miles Teller arrested for allegedly being drunk in public

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): 'Whiplash' fame Miles Teller was arrested in San Diego for allegedly being drunk in public.

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International Yoga Day: What are Malaika Arora's favourite yoga asanas?

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Yoga defines the epitome of calm and balance. It de-stresses, revitalizes and rejuvenates, making one both physically and mentally fitter.

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UP: One arrested in connection with 190 seized turtles

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:24 IST

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): The police arrested one person in connection with 190 turtles they seized from Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad.

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Pak SC questions Intelligence Bureau's conduct in Panamagate probe

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court on Monday questioned the conduct of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) in the ongoing Panamagate probe for its alleged surveillance of members of the Joint Investigation Team (JIT).

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Pak Motorway Police struggling to patrol CPEC citing insufficient resources

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:17 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): Pakistan's National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP) has expressed its inability to patrol the length of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), citing insufficient funds and human resource.

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Work-outs during, post pregnancy reduce postnatal depression in new mommies

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Would-be-mommies, please take a note!

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Shampoo, washing powder reduce sperm count?

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 09:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Did you know, using everyday essentials, such as shampoo and washing powder, can be toxic for humans.

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Eat grapes to kill colon cancer cells: Study

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Start eating grapes daily, as a research has revealed that the compounds, found in the skin and seeds of grapes, may help in killing colon cancer stem cells.

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Woman gangraped, thrown out of car in Greater Noida

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:42 IST

Sohna (Haryana) [India], June 20 (ANI): A woman was allegedly gangraped in a moving car in Sohna, Haryana, before she was thrown out in Greater Noida.

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Carrie Fisher had cocaine, heroin in her system when she died

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20 (ANI): Carrie Fisher seemed to have multiple drugs in her system at the time of her death, according to the full autopsy report.

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Delhi: Petrol spills on road as tanker overturns, traffic affected

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): At least two people were injured when an oil tanker overturned at Moolchand Underpass here on Tuesday morning as a result of which approximately 20,000 litres of Petrol got spilled on the road.

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Anxious about your partner's commitment can cause harm to relationship

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 20(ANI): Your trust on your partner is a much needed thing, as according to a study, clingy and distrustful attitude can make your partner feel anxious about the relationship.

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Rainstorm brings relief from blistering heat to Delhiites

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Delhiites woke up to a pleasant weather on Tuesday as the National Capital and its nearby areas witnessed a light shower.

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Eight Afghan security guards killed in attack at Bagram military base

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 08:18 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 20 (ANI): Eight Afghan security guards were killed and two others wounded in an attack on the Bagram military base at Shah Kah village, about 40km from Kabul, on Monday night.

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Chinese soft power shows softness

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 07:37 IST

Hong Kong [China], June 20 (ANI): "Soft power" is defined as the ability to attract and co-opt rather than to use coercion, force or give money as a means of persuasion. In other words, soft power is a nation's ability to shape others via appeal and attraction, which could include culture, political values and foreign policies.

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Pakistan's crackdown on Mohajirs brought up at UN

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 06:37 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 20 (ANI): In what can be termed as another exposure of Pakistan's atrocities and human rights violation on international fora, its crackdown on the Mohajir community was recently brought up at the United Nations.

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Trump condemns brutality of North Korea post Otto Warmbier's death

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 06:21 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): While condoling the tragic death of college student Otto Warmbier, U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the "brutality of the North Korean regime".

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Trump welcomes Panama President says 'Canal doing well'

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 04:43 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Panama President Juan Carlos Varela in Washington and said that the Panama Canal is doing quite well.

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Mayawati's slight opposition due to Kovind's association with RSS: NCP

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 03:44 IST

Mumbai/Patna (Maharashtra/Bihar) [India], June 20 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Tuesday said Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati's slight opposition to Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind's nomination as presidential candidate is due to his affiliation with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

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Former North Korea detainee Otto Warmbier dies at 22

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 03:14 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): Otto Warmbier, the college student who returned to the United States last week after 17 months of detention in North Korea, died on Monday afternoon.

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Darjeeling unrest: Congress critical of Mamata's visit to Netherlands

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 02:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Congress Party on Tuesday suggested both the Central and the West Bengal Governments to take the Darjeeling matter seriously and to come to a decision together instead of going out as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee left for Netherlands.

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Trump urges to vote for Republican Ralph Norman

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 02:30 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump is wading into the 5th District special election urging north-central South Carolina residents to vote for Republican Ralph Norman on June 20.

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Trump expresses grief with seven deceased U.S. sailors

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 02:10 IST

Washington [United States], June 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his heartfelt thoughts and prayers with the seven deceased Navy sailors and their families.

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Champs Elysees: Driver dies after ramming car into police van

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 01:48 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 20 (ANI): The driver who rammed his car into a police van on the iconic Champs-Elysees in central Paris yesterday has died.

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Oppn parties decide to meet on June 22 to discuss presidential nominee

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 01:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The opposition Congress and the Communist Party of India (CPI) have decided to meet on June 22 to discuss the Centre's decision on presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind.

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Tripura's 'giant head' baby Roona no more

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 01:35 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 20 (ANI): Tripura-born Roona Begum, who made headlines around the world after her head swelled up to 94 centimetres (circumference) due to hydrocephalus (water on the brain), passed away last night in her home.

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TRS happy with NDA's decision on presidential nominee

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 01:03 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 20 (ANI): The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) has appreciated the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) decision to choose Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind as the Presidential nominee and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has chosen a patriot who has always wished good for the nation.

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Jashpur, the new skill hub of Chhattisgarh

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 01:01 IST

Jashpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 20 (ANI): When we say India is developing, we say it with proof in hand.

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1993 blast: Arguments to continue on quantum of punishment

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 00:54 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 20 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court will on Tuesday continue to hear the arguments on the quantum of punishment for convicts in the 1993 Mumbai blast case.

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FIR registered in Cabinet Secretary fake letter case

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 00:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Delhi Police have registered an FIR in the Cabinet Secretary fake letter case after receiving a complaint from the under secretary of Cabinet Secretariat.

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Finsbury Park mosque attacker identified

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 00:36 IST

London [U.K.], June 20 (ANI): The man suspected of carrying out the Finsbury Park mosque attack has been named locally as 47-year-old Darren Osborne.

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Russia doesn't see threat of direct confrontation with U.S. in Syria

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 00:12 IST

Moscow (Russia), June 20 (ANI): Russia's suspension of the use of a deconfliction channel over Syrian airspace with the United States will not lead to a direct confrontation with U.S. aircraft.

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Two Navy sailors killed in Gwadar shooting

Updated: Jun 20, 2017 00:12 IST

Gwadar [Balochistan], June 20 (ANI): At least two Navy sailors were killed and three others wounded when their vehicle was attacked in the Jiwani area of Balochistan's Gwadar district.

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Puducherry medical scam: Kiran Bedi seeks CBI's aid

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 23:17 IST

Puducherry [India] June 19 (ANI): Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi on Monday sought the help of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe into the alleged Post Graduation (PG) medical admission scam in Puducherry.

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NDA Presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind meets PM Modi

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): Hours after being announced as NDA's presidential nominee, Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here.

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Biju Janata Dal backs NDA Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 23:04 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India] June 19 (ANI): Biju Janata Dal (BJD) chief and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday extended full support to NDA's presidential nominee, Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind, saying that the decision to elect President is above political considerations.

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Horse-trading Sting Op: TN Assembly Speaker rejects DMK's 'evidence' CD

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 23:04 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] June 19 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker P. Dhanapal on Monday ruled that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Compact Disc (CD) submitted to raise the issue of alleged horse-trading of some All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLA's, was only a TV channel's video footage with no evidential value.

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PM Modi, Canadian PM Trudeau discuss 'Paris Agreement' in telephonic conversation

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 22:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 19 (ANI): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday had a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where both leaders spoke on a range of issues including the Paris Agreement.

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'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle' will honour Robin Williams

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 22:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 19 (ANI): Actor Jack Black has recently revealed that the Jumanji sequel 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle' will ensure that the late actor Robin Williams performance is not forgotten.

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Punjab Govt. announces loan waiver for 'marginal' farmers

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 22:05 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India] June 19 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Monday announced total waiver of entire crop loans up to Rs. 2 lakh for small and marginal farmers up to 5 acres, and a flat Rs. 2 lakh relief for all other marginal farmers, irrespective of their loan amount.

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Hotels, restaurants on highways can now serve liquor: Punjab Govt.

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:50 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India] June 19 (ANI): Ahead of the state budget, the Punjab Council of Ministers (CoM), led by Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, on Monday gave its nod to remove hotels, restaurants and clubs from the restrictions on serving of liquor within 500 meters of highways.

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Srinagar: Gunmen open fire on Army patrol, civilian injured

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:35 IST

Srinagar [India], June. 19 (ANI): Unidentified gunmen opened fire on an Army patrol here in Srinagar today, in which a civilian sustained injuries.

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IT Dept seizes benami properties of Misa Bharti, Tejaswi Yadav

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): The Income-Tax (IT) department on Monday seized benami properties of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti, son-in-law Shailesh Kumar and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejaswi Yadav.

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We don't know him, how can we support him: TMC on Ram Nath Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:34 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] June 19 (ANI): Taking a jibe at the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) after announcing Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind as its nominee for the upcoming Presidential polls, Trinamool Congress (TMC) Spokesperson Derek O'Brien on Monday questioned extended support to him as his details and background were still unclear.

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Indian DJ Expo all set to hit the floor this July

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): To promote the spirit of entrepreneurship in India, Indian DJ Expo 2017 is all set to make a comeback in New Delhi's Pragati Maidan.

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No support if Centre nominated 'Dalit' face for vote bank: Shiv Sena

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:30 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): Joining the critics of NDA's Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind, Shiv Sena on Monday said it would not extend its support if the Centre is eyeing a vote bank by nominating a Dalit face for the upcoming President polls.

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London fire: 79 presumed dead, death toll may rise

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 21:30 IST

New York [United States] June 19 (ANI): As many as 79 people are missing and presumed dead after a massive fire engulfed a 24-story Grenfell Tower in London earlier this week.

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Paris: Car rams into police van on Champs-Elysees, area cordoned

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:37 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 19 (ANI): Security forces have launched an operation after a car rammed into a mobile police on the iconic Champs-Elysees in central Paris today.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship 'A' Division: UP beat Jharkhand 3-2

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:32 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 19 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Hockey beat Hockey Jharkhand 3-2 in their entertaining Pool A encounter on Day Five of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division on Monday.

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SRK, GMR Group own two franchises in SA's T20 league

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:18 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): South Africa's T20 Global League will see the participation of two IPL franchises-Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan owned (Kolkata) Knight Riders and Infrastructural company GMR Group owned (Delhi) Daredevils.

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Russia to 'target' US-led planes flying over Syria

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:13 IST

London [UK], June. 19 (ANI): After the US military shot down a Syrian air force jet on Sunday, Moscow has vowed to target any plane from the US-led coalition flying west of the Euphrates river in Syria.

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Maiden India-Afghanistan cargo flight lands in Delhi

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The first cargo flight of the Afghanistan-India air freight corridor carrying Afghan goods to India landed in New Delhi on Monday night.

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Yoga in the Netherlands before Modi's visit

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:12 IST

The Hague [Netherlands], June 19 (ANI): Merely a few days before the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to the Netherlands, nearly 1000 people, including cricketer Suresh Raina, Preety Dhillon, Miss India Holland 2017, Dutch nationals and members of the Suriname-Hindustani as well as the Indian communities gathered to practice Yoga in The Hague on Sunday to mark the Third International Day of Yoga.

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Opposition up in arms against Centre over Presidential nominee Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 20:01 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): The entire Opposition is up in arms against the Centre after the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind as National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government's nominee for the upcoming presidential elections.

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Nerves from foot used to restore vision of 60-year-old

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): In a first of its kind surgery, a hospital in Mumbai used nerves from the foot of a partially blind 60-year-old woman to help her restore her vision.

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Chhattisgarh: Four Naxalites neutralized in Kanker

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:57 IST

Kanker (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 19 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, the joint operation team of Border Security Force (BSF) and STF Chhattisgarh Police neutralized four Naxalites in Kanker district of Chhattisgarh on Sunday.

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Kohli, Dhawan, Bhuvneshwar in ICC Champions Trophy 2017 team

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:56 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): Skipper Virat Kohli, opener Shikhar Dhawan and Bhuvneshwar Kumar were the three Indian cricketers, whose name featured in the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 Team announced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday.

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International Yoga Day 2017: Malaika Arora reveals favourite yoga asanas

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast Malaika Arora, who has recently joined Reebok's 'Fashionably Fit' family, shares with you the top five asanas she swears by.

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Aster DM Healthcare unveils global volunteers programme to mark 30 years

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Aster DM Healthcare announced the launch of the 'Aster Volunteers' programme as part of the milestone 'Aster @30' campaign marking their 30th anniversary.

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Bihar Govt. won't participate in International Yoga Day 'publicity stunt': Nitish Kumar

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:43 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 19 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday took a dig at the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government over the International Yoga Day (IYD) preparations and termed the government's efforts in this regard a 'publicity stunt'.

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Arunachal: Army rescues 200 stranded civilians post massive landslide

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:43 IST

Kameng (Arunachal Pradesh) [India] June 19 (ANI): The Indian Army on Monday rescued 200 civilians, including 50 children, who were stranded due to massive landslides in West Kameng district.

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Planning for a fairytale wedding? Head to Vogue Wedding Show

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Vogue Wedding Show, India's luxury bridal exhibition, is all set to return for its milestone fifth year in August with actress Aditi Rao Hydari as the face of the flagship property.

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Sonam Kapoor, 'rumored boyfriend' Anand Ahuja spotted getting cosy

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Love is in the air for Sonam Kapoor and her rumored boyfriend Anand Ahuja.

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Sneak peek from Jagga Jasoos: Ranbir, Anurag pose with "Haathi"

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): While fans await the release of Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif-starrer Jagga Jasoos, the filmmakers have revealed little snippets from the sets.

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Kashmir unrest: Internet services restored in Valley

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Mobile Internet services were restored in the Kashmir valley on Monday evening, seven days after they were shut to avoid any untoward incident in the volatile region.

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'Jagga Jasoos' to be Ranbir-Katrina's last film together?

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Here's some bad news for Ranbir Kapoor-Katrina Kaif fans as 'Jagga Jasoos' could be their last film together.

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As Opposition fumes, Centre seeks support for Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Centre on Monday appealed all Opposition parties to support Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind for the post of President, whom the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) declared National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominee for the top post.

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Someone of Swaraj or Advani's stature should have been Presidential nominee: Mamata

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday reserved her comments on NDA's president nominee Ram Nath Kovind, saying that the candidate for the coveted post should be someone who could be beneficial for the nation.

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Coast Guard to observe International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): As the entire world awaits International Day of Yoga, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will also conduct yoga sessions on June 21 at all of its stations,ships and units across the country.

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Indian Panorama to be showcased at 39th Moscow International Film Festival

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Moscow International Film Festival is one of the most reputed film festivals in the world.

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Can never be against nomination of 'Dalit' Ramnath Kovind: Mayawati

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 19 (ANI): Despite expressing her support for National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Presidential nominee Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind, Bahujan Samaj Party Chief Mayawati on Monday said the Centre should have taken all Opposition parties in 'good faith' before announcing the name.

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Avis India launches mobile app for self, chauffeur drive rentals

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): India's leading mobility solutions provider Avis India has announced the launch of its mobile app to enable Chauffeur Drive and Self Drive rentals in India.

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Stalin dissatisfied over Palanisamy's reply on R K Nagar by-polls bribery case

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 18:08 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 19 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) working president M.K. Stalin on Monday expressed dissatisfaction over Chief Minister E. Palanisamy's reply on the R K Nagar by-poll irregularities.

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Confirmed: 'Made in India F16's announced before PM's U.S. visit'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 19 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to United States, military manufacturing giant Lockheed Martin has tied up with TATA to produce F16 fighter planes in India.

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It's selfie time for 'Mubarakan' stars

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Ahead of its trailer release, a new poster with the whole cast of 'Mubarakan' has been unveiled today.

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Ailing PPP leader seeks Pak SC permission for treatment abroad

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): Ailing Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) leader Asim Hussain, who is facing trial in money laundering and sympathizing with terrorists , on Monday filed a petition in the Supreme Court and appealed for the removal of his name from the Exit Control List (ECL) so that he may travel abroad for his medical treatment.

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BJP's decision a 'political move' as Kovind is from RSS: Yechury

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): With the Bharatiya Janata Party parliamentary board announcing Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind as its presidential nominee, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) said the decision was influenced by 'political contest' as Kovind is from the ranks of RSS.

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Whirlpool of India launches India's first built-in 'Induction Oven'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): A subsidiary of Whirlpool Corporation and world's leading home appliance company Whirlpool of India has unveiled India's first Built-in induction ovens.

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BJP should have checked facts before announcing its presidential nominee: RJD

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:51 IST

Patna /(Bihar)/ New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): After the Bharatiya Janata Party's parliamentary board nominated Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind as its nominee for next month's presidential elections, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Janata Dal (United) said that the BJP should have facts before announcing the latter's name.

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Kovind's nomination a slap for those dubbing BJP as 'anti-Dalit': Centre

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Calling National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s Presidential nominee Ram Nath Kovind as an epitome of dignity and civility, the Centre on Monday said that his nomination comes as a slap for those who branded the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as 'anti-Dalit'.

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Israel begins reducing power to Gaza

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:49 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], June 19 (ANI): Israel on Monday reduced the amount of electricity it provides to the Gaza Strip, acceding to a request from the Palestinian Authority to put pressure on Hamas.

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NGT raises questions over 'Gangotri four lane road widening project'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Monday questioned the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) for not getting the zonal master plan of the much anticipated 'Char Dham highway project' approved before starting construction in the eco sensitive zone of the Gangotri National Park.

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IIFA Awards 2017 to air live

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): As the countdown to the biggest celebration of Indian Cinema worldwide draws near, the IIFA management revealed that the charismatic duo Saif Ali Khan and Karan Johar would host the award night this year at the iconic MetLife Stadium, New York.

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Champions Trophy triumph helps Pakistan surge to 6th spot in ODI Rankings

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:42 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 19 (ANI): Pakistan has moved to sixth position in the latest ICC ODI Team Rankings following their maiden Champions Trophy title win post their 180-run victory over India in the final at the Kennington Oval on Sunday.

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Trump's new Afghan-Pakistan policy to restrict financial support

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:41 IST

Lahore [Pakistan] , June 19 (ANI):President Donald Trump is set to finalise a new policy for the Pakistan-Afghan region in which the United States may not sever ties with Pakistan or declare it a state sponsor of terrorism, but it is considering to impose new conditions for entitlement to financial support.

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'Happy' that Bihar Governor is Presidential nominee: Nitish Kumar

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:33 IST

Patna [India], June. 19 (ANI): While expressing his happiness on Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind being nominated as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) Presidential nominee, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said that a thorough discussion will be held on the matter within the Janata Dal (United) party.

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Congress rules out consensus on BJP's presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): After the Bharatiya Janata Party's parliamentary board named Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind as its presidential nominee, the Congress on Monday said the decision was taken without consensus.

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IVCA successfully hosted its second real estate and infrastructure conference

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): The Indian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (IVCA) successfully hosted its 2nd Real Estate and Infrastructure Conference at Four Seasons, Mumbai to analyse in-depth perspective by Industry's top players.

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BRICS Games: SSB's Bedeswari Chanu wins Silver in Wushu

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): India's Bideswari Chanu won the silver medal in of Wushu in Martial Arts category in the first ever the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) 2017 Games being organised by China in the southern city of Guangzhou.

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Lahore court announces July 3 for next hearing of Hafiz Saeed's petition

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:20 IST

Lahore (Punjab) [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): The Lahore High Court on Monday fixed July 3 as the date for the next hearing of a petition challenging Jamaat-ud- Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Muhammad Saeed's detention as it adjourned today's hearing, according to reports.

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Suicide bombers kill 16 in Nigeria's Borno state

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:19 IST

Borno [Nigeria], June 19 (ANI): As many as 16 people have been killed and many injured when suicide bombers simultaneously blew themselves up in different locations in Nigeria's Borno state on Monday.

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Finova Capital, ICICI Lombard collaborate to provide insurance services

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Finova Capital on Monday announced its partnership with ICICI Lombard, under which the insurance products offered by the latter will be available to Finova's expanding customer base.

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SC extends parole of Subrata Roy till July 5

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday extended the parole of Sahara India's Chief Subrata Roy till July 5.

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Maimaitiali again challenges Vijender for Asia's biggest showdown

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Just three months after backing out of the fight, Oriental Super middleweight champion Zulpikar Maimaitiali has once again challenged WBO Asia Pacific Super middleweight champion and Indian boxing star Vijender Singh for the biggest showdown in Asia in August.

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Disha and I have great camaraderie: Tiger Shroff

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Tiger Shroff, who is all set to star opposite rumoured girlfriend Disha Patani, says he is 'excited' to work with her in 'Baaghi 2'.

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India bag 13 medals at Junior Asian Wrestling Championships 2017

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): India won 13 medals, which included 2 Gold, 3 Silver and 8 Bronze medals, in the 2017 Junior Asian Championships which concluded on Sunday.

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Snapdeal ties up with The National Book Trust, India

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Snapdeal Sunshine, a CSR initiative run by Snapdeal, announced the launch of 'HarHaathEkKitaab' campaign, in partnership with The National Book Trust (NBT). The campaign is a nationwide online books donation drive especially targeting underprivileged children, and aims at inculcating a reading habit among them. Snapdeal's partnership with the NBT is the first time the latter has come on-board an e-commerce platform.

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Now, it's easier to blunt sickle cell disease

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): As population of sickle cell poses a formidable challenge, odds have dramatically lessened in its treatment.

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SC rules in favour of employees in Majithia Wage Board dispute

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday ruled in favour of employees in the Majithia Wage Board dispute for journalists and non-journalist employees of newspaper establishments.

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Mumbai: Actress Anjali Shrivastav found dead in Andheri apartment

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:23 IST

Mumbai [India], June. 19 (ANI): A 29-year-old actress allegedly committed suicide in Andheri West, and her body was found by the police on Monday.

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Arthur hopeful of World XI visit to Pakistan after Champions Trophy triumph

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:22 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur has expressed hope that the proposed World XI tour to the country will go ahead after his side crushed their arch-rivals India to clinch their maiden Champions Trophy.

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Shiv Sena attacks BJP over Kashmir and West Bengal situation

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:22 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 19 (ANI): A day after Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah met in Mumbai, the former launched a fresh attack on the latter over grim situation prevailing in Jammu and Kashmir and West Bengal, in an editorial in party mouthpiece 'Saamana'.

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India needs to act against misleading Pak, say defence experts

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:13 IST

Bhopal/Nagpur (Madhya Pradesh/Maharashtra) [India] June 19 (ANI): Defence experts on Monday said that Pakistan will continue to mislead the world and urged India to act against Islamabad.

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Prime Minister Modi to boost economic relations with Netherlands

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:13 IST

Hague [Netherlands], June19 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Netherlands on June 27, 2017 on a working visit. The visit assumes significance as India and the Netherlands are celebrating 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year. Netherlands Foreign Minister Bert Koenders visited India in May in preparation for the Prime Minister's visit.

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Kochi girl attacked with blade for refusing marriage proposal

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 16:02 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India]June 19 (ANI): Chithira, a worker at the District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC) Laboratory in Kochi, was reportedly attacked by a youth on the city's main road for refusing to marry him.

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HWL semi-final: India gear up for Dutch challenge

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:56 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): The Indian hockey team have enjoyed three big wins on the trot at the Hero Hockey World League Semi Final that is underway here at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Stadium.

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Large quantity contraband recovered from Karachi's central jail

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:54 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): Ranger and Frontier Corps (FC) on Monday found large quantities of contraband including mobile phones, air coolers, knife-cutters, freezers, stoves, DVD players and LED TVs from Karachi's central jail during a search operation.

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Chinese netizens demand revenge for 'ISIS' killing of citizens in Pak

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:53 IST

Beijing [China], June 19 (ANI) :The killing of two Chinese nationals by the Islamic State in Pakistan's Balochistan province, has sparked an outage on social media, with Chinese netizens demanding that their government send PLA troops to Pakistan to avenge the killings.

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Ramnath Kovind will make an 'exceptional President': PM Modi

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has backed National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) Presidential nominee Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind and has said that with his illustrious background in the legal arena, the latter's knowledge and understanding of the Constitution would benefit the nation.

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Union Cabinet to review Pay Commission allowances

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a review meeting with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Finance Secretary Ashok Lavasa to discuss his views on Pay Commission allowances today.

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SC rejects DMRC's plea over payment of Rs. 60 crore to Delhi Airport Metro

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay the Delhi High Court order in connection with the payment of Rs. 60 crore to a lender of Delhi Airport Metro Express Private, a former concessionaire for Airport Express line.

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Magicbricks partners with Ola for free site-visits

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Online property portal Magicbricks on Monday announced the expansion of a strategic partnership with Ola to launch an industry-first pilot project, wherein prospective home-buyers on Magicbricks can avail free rides to find the right home through Ola Rentals - cabs by the hour.

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Profile: NDA's Presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): A lawyer by profession, a Hindutva ideologue by thinking, a dedicated BJP worker by political affiliation and a Dalit leader by caste - Ramnath Kovind is the NDA's consensus candidate for the post of India's President.

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SC issues notice to Centre, MCI over university's plea demanding medical course

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday issued a notice to the Central Government and the Medical Council of India (MCI) after hearing a petition by the Maulana Jauhar University challenging the council's decision of non grant of permission to establish a medical college.

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U.S. Muslim teen killed near mosque in suspected hate crime

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 19 (ANI): A teenage Muslim girl was assaulted and killed after leaving a Virginia mosque in a suspected hate crime on Sunday.

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J-K Dy. CM condemns Mirwaiz's tweet over Pakistan's victory

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:14 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], June 19 (ANI): After Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq congratulated the Pakistan Cricket Team on their victory over Team India in the ICC Champions Trophy final held yesterday, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Monday condemned the action, adding these separatists are desperate to highlight their presence in the state.

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Now, say cheers to 'gluten-free' beer

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): Those living with gluten intolerance, there's some new hope as a recent study has suggested that Witkop teff grains may be a good alternative to traditionally brewed barley beers.

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Federer looking to reignite comeback at Halle

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:07 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): Swiss maestro Roger Federer, whose return to the tennis court after a two-month layoff was cut short by Tommy Haas at the Stuttgart Open, is now aiming at the Gerry Weber Open in Halle to reignite his comeback and get into the groove before the Wimbledon gets underway on July 3.

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Doutzen Kroes wears a platinum elephant brooch at 'Save the Elephants' event

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): At the recently held "Save the Elephants" event at Kesington Palace, the glamorous supermodel Doutzen Kroes adorned a classic Platinum Elephant Brooch by Tiffany & Co".

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Telangana CM Rao extends support to NDA's Presidential candidate

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 15:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister and Telangana Rashtra Samithi chief K. Chandrashekhar Rai has extended his support to the National Democratic Alliance's Presidential nominee Ramnath Kovind after speaking to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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1993 blast case: TADA court adjourns arguments on quantum of punishment till tomorrow

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court on Monday adjourned arguments on quantum of punishment for convicts in the 1993 Mumbai blast case.

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Murray bristles at McEnroe's `a distant fourth` claim

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 19 (ANI): Andy Murray has lashed out at legendary American tennis player John McEnroe over his claims that the world number one should be still seen as "a distant fourth" in comparison with the three other members of the Big Four.

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ISRO's Mars Orbiter Mission completes 1000 earth days

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) maiden interplanetary mission, Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), completed 1000 earth days in its orbit on Monday, well beyond its designed mission life of six months.

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Are you mom-shamed? You are not alone

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): Turns out, nearly two-thirds of mothers are "shamed" by others about their parenting skills.

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NDA names Bihar Guv. Ramnath Kovind as its Presidential nominee

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has announced Bihar Governor Ramnath Kovind as its candidate for the upcoming Presidential polls.

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Britain's longest-married couple is all about 80 years of love

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:04 IST

London [UK], Jun 19 (ANI): Britain's longest-married couple, who is celebrating 80 years of wedded bliss and still holds hands every day, is giving all the feels and serious relationship goals.

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GIIS Leadership Lecture series with President's Swarna Kamal Award- Winning Author Balaji Vittal

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Global Indian International School (GIIS) in Whitefield, Bangalore, on Friday hosted the GIIS Leadership Lecture Series with Balaji Vittal, an eminent writer who has co-authored two books and received wide acclaim.

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Witness Salman-Sohail's adorable 'Bhaigiri' in new 'Tubelight' still

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Salman Khan's 'bhaigiri' with Sohail Khan in 'Tubelight's new still will surely wash away your Monday blues!

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Pakistan cricket back on track with Champions Trophy win: Afridi

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:04 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): Extremely jubilant with Pakistan's emphatic Champions Trophy title-win, former T20 skipper Shahid Afridi believes that the country's cricket is now back on track and hoped that team reach some incredible highs in the years to come.

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Russia renewed several of Trump patents on Election Day

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 14:04 IST

New York [U.S.], June 19 (ANI): The Russian government had renewed decades-old patents belonging to Donald Trump in Russia in 2016, including four on U.S. Election Day, causing more suspicion about the American President's business ties with the Kremlin.

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Don't judge Kohli on one game: Gilchrist post India's defeat

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist on Monday offerred his support behind Virat Kohli following India's heart-wrenching defeat against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy final, saying that the Indian captain, whose transition has been excellent in the recent years, should not be judged on the basis of performance in just one game.

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Jonathan Nolan teases premiere title of 'Westworld' Season 2

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:57 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): Robert Ford is coming back to take us all into his mysterious world.

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Karachi: Seven receive bullet injuries as people celebrate Pak's Champions Trophy win

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:57 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): At least seven people including a child received bullet injuries in different areas of Karachi as a result of aerial firing as people celebrated Pakistan's victory in the Champions Trophy final over India.

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ASSOCHAM highlights shortage of yoga instructors in India

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Despite the growing awareness regarding the benefits gained by doing yoga, a paper authored by ASSOCHAM Social Development Foundation revealed that India faces a shortage of over three lakh yoga instructors.

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China censors Michael Fassbender's 'gay' kiss from 'Alien: Covenant'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:43 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 19 (ANI): People of China are not new to significant cuts from R-rated Hollywood movies.

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Agrarian sector completely dismantled by BJP Govt.: Cong

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Congress on Monday said that the agrarian sector runs under two engines - revenue, production and facts and the other is emotion, trust and promise, and they have been completely dismantled by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government at the Centre.

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Singapore Airlines introduces special offers for loyalty card holders

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Singapore Airlines on Monday announced an array of special offers on its website and SingaporeAir mobile app, including an opportunity to avail two complimentary flight tickets on Vistara Airlines.

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Mini Trail 2: SRK need not fear as 'Indemnity Bond' is here

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): As promised by Shah Rukh Khan, the second mini trial of 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' was released on Monday.

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Diets Rich in polyunsaturated fats may alter appetite hormones among millennials

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): New published research shows millennials (ages 18-35) who regularly consume foods that contain polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), such as walnuts, salmon and canola oil, may experience favorable changes in appetite hormones associated with hunger and satiety.1 Specific hormones in the body help control appetite.

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Have not lost my competitive spirit, says returning Victoria Azarenka

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:24 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 19 (ANI): Former world number one Victoria Azarenka, who was out of the tennis court for a year, returns this week and has claimed that she is ready for a new part of her career.

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Torrential rains cause havoc in Manipur

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:24 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 19 (ANI): Incessant rains over the past few days has left many parts of Manipur flooded and major rivers flowing above the danger mark.

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Prodeb introduces advanced Belgian Technology Micro-Brewery equipment in India

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Chennai-based Prodeb Brewery, one of the largest and most advanced microbrewery equipment manufacturers in India, has launched in the states of Karnataka, Odisha and West Bengal the state-of-the-art Micro Brewery Equipment developed on advanced Belgian Technology, suitable for producing hand-crafted beers of superior and authentic taste.

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Afghan forces clear Tora Bora of IS militants: Defense Ministry

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:14 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 19 (ANI): The Afghan Defense Ministry said Monday that the country's security forces have cleared the strategic Tora Bora area, which was once the hideout of slain al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden. The place was recently claimed by the Islamic State militants to be under their control.

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Get set to hit the streets with Munna Michael

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Tiger Shroff always tries to make sure everyone grooves with his moves!

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U.S. citizen kidnapped in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:59 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 19 (ANI): Unidentified armed men disguised as Afghan security force personnel kidnapped a U.S. citizen in Kabul on Sunday.

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Money laundering case: CBI reaches Satyendra Jain's residence

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on Monday visited Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain's residence here in regard with an investigation pertaining to an alleged money laundering case.

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Supertech to invest Rs. 750 cr in retail, commercial segment

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): India's leading real estate developer Supertech Ltd. has announced investing of Rs. 750 crore to develop 25 lakh sq. ft. area in retail and commercial segment spread across Delhi-NCR.

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Renny Harlin to helm Chinese thriller 'The Hanging Coffin'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:31 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 19 (ANI): Hollywood veteran Renny Harlin has finally bagged his next directorial venture.

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BJP parliamentary board to discuss presidential poll options

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The parliamentary board of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will meet here on Monday to discuss the upcoming presidential election.

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Real Madrid need you: Zidane to Ronaldo

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:28 IST

Madrid [Spain], June 19 (ANI): Amid reports that Cristiano Ranoldo has decided to leave Real Madrid, manager Zinedine Zidane has contacted the star striker to convince him to remain at Santiago Bernabeu.

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ACB conducts raids at Gajuwaka sub-registrar's places

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:19 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 19 (ANI): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday conducted raids at various places belonging to Gajuwaka sub-registrar D. Venkayya.

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What makes patients go against medical advice?

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): A new study has revealed the certain factors that are linked with a person's decision to leave the hospital against the advice of his or her care provider.

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Union Minister Ram Kripal condemns Lakhisarai gangrape, says Bihar's condition is deteriorating

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:05 IST

New Delhi [India] June 19 (ANI): Condemning the Bihar's incident where a girl was gangraped and thrown out of a moving train, Union Minister of State for Rural Development Ram Kripal Yadav on Monday said that Bihar's condition was deteriorating with criminals moving around without any fear of the administration and law.

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This is how Ryan Reynolds wished his dad on Father's Day

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 12:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Ryan Reynolds wished his dad on Father's Day with the most insane photo of Hollywood veteran Sean Connery.

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Team India should have opposed playing against Pak: Sena on Gambhir

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:58 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 19 (ANI): After veteran Indian opener Gautam Gambhir suggested Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq to pack his bags and cross the border to go to Pakistan, the Shiv Sena on Monday said that the country would have appreciated more had the Indian Cricket Team opposed playing against them.

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Acupuncture, a safe alternative to painkillers in emergency departments

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): Getting jabbed with tiny needles in emergency departments is as safe and effective as popping painkillers for some patients, according to a recent study.

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Mumbai terror attack mastermind Makki calls on Pak media to foster unrest in Kashmir

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:52 IST

Faisalabad (Punjab) [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): Pakistan continues to mislead the world about its so called crack down on terrorism, however a glaring contrast to this claim came to light in a video accessed by ANI wherein one of the masterminds of the 2008 Mumbai terror attack addressed reporters in Pakistan's Faisalabad and beseeched them to highlight and foster unrest in Kashmir.

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'Cars 3' beats 'Wonder Woman', 'All Eyez on Me' at US Box-Office

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 19 (ANI): The Princess of Themyscira has been dethroned by fast 'Cars' at the U.S. Box-Office.

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'Dead' baby found alive before burial

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): A newborn, which was reportedly declared dead by medical authorities here, was later found to be alive just before burial.

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Finsbury Park van attack: One dead, eight injured, driver arrested

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:34 IST

London [U.K.], June 19 (ANI): A van that ploughed into worshippers outside a mosque in London on Sunday night has killed one person and injured eight people in what the government described as "a horrific terrorist attack".

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Ebola vaccine comes closer to reality

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): The world may soon get a vaccine against the deadly Ebola virus.

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Six experts resign from Trump HIV/AIDS panel

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:33 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 19 (ANI): Six top health advisors have resigned from President Donald Trump's advisory council on HIV/AIDS, complaining that the latter doesn't really care about combating the illness.

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Spruce budworm outbreak can put forests at fire risk

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): Turns out, it is not "a moth to a flame," but "a flame to a moth" as a new study has revealed that a spruce budworm outbreak could increase forest fire risk.

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CBDT notifies operationalising provisions of secondary adjustment under IT Act

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified Rule 10CB of Section 92CE under the Income Tax Act, 1961, operationalising provisions of secondary adjustment.

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ShiftingSolutions.in helps people choose the right packers and movers at reasonable price

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Home shifting, relocating from one city to another with entire household belongings, is not a fun chore. Handling tedious tasks like packing, moving, loading, unloading and unpacking of goods is not a cup of tea at all. Apart from tedious tasks, there are also several other issues in the process of home shifting which too are unpleasant.

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Australia announces online visa applications for Indians from July 1

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Australia has announced that Indian nationals can apply for a visitor visa online starting from first July.

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Bihar: Girl gangraped, thrown out of moving train

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 11:07 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 19 (ANI): A Class X girl was allegedly gangraped by a group of six people and thrown from a moving train before it reached Bihar's Kiul junction.

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Sarfraz hopes Champions Trophy win will bring international cricket to Pak

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:58 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed believes his side's crushing victory over India in the Champions Trophy final would serve as a catalyst to bring back international cricket back home.

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Sensex up by 122.68 points, capped at 31,179.08

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Monday opened at a positive note with the sensex crossing the 100-point mark and Nifty capped at 9622.80 points.

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Ayushmann Khurrana shares first look of 'Shoot the Piano Player'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Ayushmann Khurrana has finally revealed his next project.

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Sendeliterakhitoindia.com gets geared up for Rakhi Collection 2017

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWire India): India is internationally famous for its fairs and festivals. It is a land of vibrant celebrations. One can see and observe India's unique culture, tradition and life during celebrations of various fairs and festivals. People in India celebrate fairs and festivals with high spirit and great zeal and enthusiasm.

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PM Modi wishes Rahul Gandhi on his 47th birthday

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday wished Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on his 47th birthday today.

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Celebs pay tribute to their dads on Father's Day

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): It's Father's Day in the U.S. today and Hollywood celebrities are posting lovely messages on social media to wish their dads.

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Beyonce's father Mathew Knowles confirms twins are here

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Yesterday, there were reports that music's power couple Beyonce and Jay Z has welcomed baby twins in Los Angeles.

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Self-medication misuse looming large in Middle East

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): There is a massive problem of self-medication misuse in the Middle East, according to a recent study.

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Army Colonel and three others arrested for bribery

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:37 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 19 (ANI): An Indian Army colonel and three others have been arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for being involved in a case of bribery of Rs.50, 000.

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Mamata leaves for The Netherlands even as Darjeeling stir continues

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:36 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 19 (ANI): Even as the indefinite strike called by Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) enters into its eighth day, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday left for her Netherlands visit.

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Large defaulters to be focus of bankers meet in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:30 IST

Mumbai [India], June 19 (ANI): The next course of action to be taken against six of the 12 bad loan defaulters will be in all probability be decided by leading bankers at a meeting here today.

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Zillonlife announces new range of Body and Bath essentials for India

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Zillonlife Global Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of its four new variants of body and bath essentials for both men and women under the Soul Sanctuary product line, namely Honey Oatmeal Milk Soap, Neem Teatree Facewash, Apricot Walnut Face Scrub and Rosemary Jojoba Shampoo.

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NDA, UPA should give consensus on next President's nomination: Baba Ramdev

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:30 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 19 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Monday said that consensus on the nomination for the upcoming Presidential elections is needed by the political parties as the dignity of the post matters.

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New ultrasound scoring system to cut unnecessary thyroid biopsies

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): With many Americans undergoing needless thyroid biopsies, a team of experts has framed new clinical guidelines that would go a long way toward curbing the problem.

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Movingsolutions.in connects credible packers, movers in India

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Moving home or office to a new place is a biggie and can be a stressful hard time for folks, whether it is a local move, intercity move, long-distance move, interstate relocation or an international move. There are lots of challenges, hitches and snags involved in the process of relocating home or office from one place to another. The process can be time-consuming too; and make people stressed out. So what is the solution to simplify the process of shifting?

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Rajasthan: Silver coins dating back to year 1904-1919 found in Bhusawar

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:15 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 19 (ANI): Silver coins dating back to year 1904-1919 were found near banks of the Banganga river in Bharatpur's Bhusawar.

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Windies name unchanged squad for first two India ODIs

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:14 IST

Barbados [West Indies], June 19 (ANI): West Indies have named an unchanged 13-man squad for the first two ODIs of the five-match series against India, beginning June 23 in Port of Spain.

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President Macron's party wins parliamentary poll majority

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:14 IST

Paris [France], June 19 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron's year-old party Republique en Marche (Republic on the Move, LREM) has secured a huge majority on Sunday in legislative polls.

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Obesity can boost infection risk post bypass surgery

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 10:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 19 (ANI): Obese patients have much higher odds of developing an infection soon after heart bypass surgery, according to a recent study.

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Rajasthan: Ten peacocks found dead in Mandalgarh

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:54 IST

Bhilwara (Rajasthan) [India], June 19 (ANI): In a shocking incident here in Mandalgarh, ten peacocks were found dead in the forests of Ganeshpura.

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Gomti project scam: Yogi Adityanath gives nod for CBI probe

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:54 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 19 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday gave a nod for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Gomti River Channelisation Project scam.

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British PM dubs Finsbury Park mosque attack as 'terrible incident'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:53 IST

London [U.K.], June 19 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has described the attack on worshippers near Finsbury Park mosque as a "terrible incident".

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Next Mann Ki Baat on June 25

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The next edition of the Mann Ki Baat programme will take place on June 25.

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Rosneft to foray in Indian retail fuel sector: Pradhan

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:31 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 19 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday revealed that Rosneft, the oil industry leader in Russia, is looking to venture into the Indian retail fuel sector.

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'Still the best': Team India finds support in B-Town celebs

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 09:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Bollywood celebs have backed the Indian Cricket Team after they lost the final of 2017 ICC Champions Trophy against Pakistan. Ranveer Singh, Riteish Deshmukh, Suniel Shetty,

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Mirwaiz cheers for Pak again, Gambhir suggests him to 'cross the border'

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Veteran Indian opener Gautam Gambhir has suggested Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq to pack his bags and cross the border to go to Pakistan in an apparent jibe taken on him after he congratulated the Pakistan Cricket Team on their victory over Team India in the ICC Champions Trophy final held on Sunday.

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Odisha: Two mentally-challenged brothers thrashed, tied to pole for alleged child theft

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:36 IST

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) [India], June 19 (ANI): Two mentally-challenged brothers were brutally thrashed and tied to a wooden pole for allegedly kidnapping a child here in Baripada.

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KRK calls Indian players 'fixers,' wants them behind bars

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Kamal Rashid Khan does it again!

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Pakistan: Police arrests U.S. Embassy official for causing accident

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:16 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 19 (ANI): A U.S. embassy official was arrested after he rammed his vehicle into four other vehicles here.

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London: Van attack at Finsbury Park targetted Muslim worshippers, say reports

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 19 (ANI): The van attack at Finsbury Park targetted Muslim worshippers leaving Finsbury Park mosque, according to reports.

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Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 hits Manipur

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 08:04 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 19 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 hit Manipur's Imphal at around 4:05 a.m. today morning.

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This summer, rejuvenate yourself with this retreat

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 06:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Nature is the ultimate solace. So, for a quick weekend getaway, head to Mangar Bani Valley, which is an oasis of retreat for city dwellers.

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London vehicle hits pedestrians causing multiple casualties

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 06:17 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): A vehicle has hit pedestrians in London causing multiple casualties.

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Two Mali tourist resort attackers killed

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 05:35 IST

Bamako (Mali) [Africa], June 19 (ANI): Two of the three attackers of the Mali tourist resort were killed, after they attacked the luxury resort popular with Westerners near Mali's capital city of Bamako.

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BJP-PDP Govt. in Kashmir resembles incongruous marriage, needs divorce: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 05:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Monday took a potshot at the BJP-PDP Government in Kashmir and said the latter resembles an incongruous marriage which needs divorce.

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U.S.-led coalition shoots down Syrian warplane

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 03:34 IST

Washington DC [U.S.], June 19 (ANI): A U.S. plane has shot down a Syrian military aircraft that dropped bombs near U.S.-backed fighters in Syria.

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Darjeeling unrest: NCP accuses BJP of having alliance with Gorkhas

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 03:34 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 19 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Monday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has an alliance with the Gorkha people who are protesting in Darjeeling over the demand for a separate Gorkhaland.

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PCB chief manhandled at India, Pak match

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 02:47 IST

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi has said that he was manhandled, pushed and shoved by a small group of PTI supporters at The Oval post India, Pakistan match.

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Congress condemns deployment of medical team at Chhattisgarh HM's son's marriage

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 02:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday condemned the alleged deployment of a government medical team at the venue of Chhattisgarh Home Minister Ramsewak Paikra's son's marriage in Raipur and said VIP culture will never come to an end.

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Two killed in Mali tourist resort attack

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 02:13 IST

Bamako (Mali) [Africa], June 19 (ANI): At least two people have been killed after a tourist resort near Bamako, the capital of Mali, was attacked.

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Iran launches missiles into eastern Syria

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 02:07 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 19 (ANI): Iran's Revolutionary Guard has said that it launched several missiles into Syria, targeting Islamic State fighters in retaliation for the attacks in Tehran on June 7.

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Money laundering case: Yogesh Mittal's bail plea to be heard today

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 01:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Monday hear the bail plea of arrested businessman Yogesh Mittal in connection with a money laundering case.

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Two arrested in illegal telephone exchange case

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:48 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 19 (ANI): Two people have been arrested from Hyderabad in connection with Latur illegal telephone exchange case.

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Nation rages as Pak defeats arch-rival India in Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:47 IST

Kanpur, Haridwar (Uttar Pradesh/Uttarakhand) [India], June 19 (ANI): Fans of Indian cricket team were clearly not pleased with India's defeat at the Champions Trophy and the locals in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur and Uttarkhand's Haridwar broke their TV sets and protested after Pakistan's win.

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SC to hear Sahara-SEBI refund case

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Monday hear a case involving Sahara chief Subrata Roy and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) over a dispute of returning money to its investors.

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UN chief wishes speedy recovery for wildfire victims of Portugal

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:33 IST

United Nations, June 19 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday expressed his condolences to the Portuguese Government and the people after wildfires have claimed many lives.

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Begusarai stripping incident blot on India's image: Women activist

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:28 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 19 (ANI): Condemning the recent Bihar's Begusari incident of stripping and parading of two minor girls, women activist has said the horrendous incident is a blot on India's image.

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Delhi Metro vs Delhi Airport Metro row: SC to hear dispute case

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Monday hear the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation's (DMRC) plea on Rs. 60 crore dispute case.

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Mali attack: Gunfire reported at Le Campement resort

Updated: Jun 19, 2017 00:24 IST

Mali [Africa], June 19 (ANI): A suspected terror attack is currently underway on a luxury holiday resort frequented by tourists in Mali.

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Kang becomes South Korea's first female Foreign Minister

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 23:06 IST

Seoul [South Korea], June 18 (ANI): Kang Kyung-wha was appointed as South Korea's first female foreign minister on Sunday despite facing strong objections from the opposition parties.

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Congress a 'special purpose vehicle' used to gain independence: Amit Shah

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 23:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 18 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Amit Shah on Sunday dubbed the

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We haven't won final, just lost a game of cricket: Kohli

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:52 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday expressed disappointment after losing against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy final but said that his team has just lost a game of cricket against a side which outplayed them.

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Rajasthan Police busts cricket betting racket

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:44 IST

Jhalawar/ JhunJhunu (Rajasthan) [India], June 18 (ANI): The Rajasthan Police on Sunday busted cricket betting racket that was taking place across the state during the Champions Trophy Final match that was played between India and Pakistan.

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My agenda is moving ahead despite distraction of `Witch Hunt`: Trump

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Sunday said his agenda to "Make America Great Again" is progressing despite the distraction of what he called a "witch hunt."

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Pakistan demolish India to win maiden Champions Trophy title

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:28 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): Pakistan on Sunday came out with a splendid all-round performance as they defeated arch-rival India by 180 runs at The Oval to lift their maiden Champions Trophy title.

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PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Portugal forest fire

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the Portugal forest fire tragedy in which 62 people lost their lives.

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J-K CM Mufti hosted Iftar party at her residence

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 22:15 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 18 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti hosted Iftar party here this evening.

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Telangana CM lays foundation stone of complex for Muslim orphan children

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:51 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 18 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Sunday laid the foundation stone of Anees-ul-Gurbha Complex at Nampally here, which is aimed at providing education and shelter to Muslim orphan children.

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Katy Perry makes Twitter history with 100M followers

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Pop star Katy Perry has created history by becoming the first Twitter user to reach 100 million followers.

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PM Modi condoles death of Ramakrishna Mission president Swami Atmasthananda

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of fifteenth president of the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission Swami Atmasthananda.

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CBI arrests Army Colonel and three others in bribery case

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday arrested an Army Colonel of Planning & Engineering Branch of Indian Army Eastern Command, Kolkata and three others including the Managing Director and Director of a Pune-based private company for allegedly taking bribe.

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Hockey World League Semi-Final: Dominant India outclass Pakistan 7-1

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:14 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): India on Sunday came out with a spectacular performance as they defeated Pakistan 7-1 in a one-sided match here at the Hockey World League Semi-Final here.

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests five Indian fishermen

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 21:11 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 18 (ANI): The Sri Lankan Navy on Sunday arrested five Indian fishermen for allegedly fishing in their territorial waters.

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ICC Women's WC 2017: Winner to get USD 6,66,000

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 20:58 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 18 (ANI): The eight top teams of the world will be vying for a winner's prize of USD 660,000 in the ICC Women's World Cup 2017, which will be held in the United Kingdom from 24 June to 23 July.

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PM Modi to address 33rd edition of 'Mann Ki Baat' on June 25

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will share his thoughts with people in the 33rd edition of his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme on June 25.

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HWL semi-final: India hammer Pakistan 7-1

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 20:36 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): India on Sunday came out with a flawless performance as they thrashed Pakistan 7-1 in their Pool B encounter of the FIH Hockey World League Semi-Final in London.

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Everyday is Father's Day, says Big B

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 20:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): That Amitabh Bachchan is a doting son to late parents Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan is a fact known to all.

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Portugal to mourn for three days as forest fire claims 62 lives

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 20:08 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 18 (ANI): Portugal has declared three days of national mourning as the death toll in one of the country's worst forest fires rises to 62.

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Jet Airways flight diverted to Mumbai after baby born mid-air

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:48 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 18 (ANI): A Jet Airways flight from Saudi Arabia's Dammam to Kochi was on Sunday diverted to Mumbai after a woman gave birth to a baby boy onboard.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship 2017 'A' Division: RSPB thrash Jharkhand 9-1

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:41 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 18 (ANI): Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) thrashed Hockey Jharkhand 9-1 in their Pool A encounter of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division here on Sunday.

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Deepika Padukone gives her 'Pa' special Father's Day shout-out

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 18 (ANI): Deepika Padukone has let her dad, Prakash Padukone, know how much he means to her with a heart-warming post.

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Saudi bombing kills 24 in Yemen's al-Moshnaq market

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:08 IST

Sana'a [Yemen], June 18 (ANI): At least 24 people were killed after Saudi warplanes bombed a bustling marketplace in Yemen's extreme northwest, local media reports said on Sunday.

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Common household chemicals lead to birth defects in mice: Study

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 18 (ANI): A recent study has found a connection between common household chemicals and birth defects.

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GST will be rolled out on July 1, asserts Jaitley

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday said the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be rolled from July 1, amid concerns raised by business industries citing unpreparedness to comply with the provisions of the new indirect tax regime.

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Champions Trophy final: Zaman's ton helps Pakistan set 339-run target for India

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:51 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): Opener Fakhar Zaman scored a brilliant century as Pakistan posted a monstrous 339-run target for India in the high-octane Champions Trophy final here at The Oval on super Sunday.

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HM Rajnath slips, falls during morning walk today

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh slipped and falled during morning walk on Sunday.

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WB: BSF seized 2000 denominatised fake currency worth Rs. 1.96 lakhs

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:45 IST

Malda (West Bengal) [India], June 18 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) has seized Rs 2000 denominatised Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) with face value of Rs. 1.96 lakhs from Malda's Sabdalpur area.

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GST Council sets tax rates for lotteries, hotels

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): The Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council on Sunday decided to tax state-run lotteries and state authorised lotteries at 12 and 18 percent respectively, and to tax 28 percent in hotels starting from Rs 7,500 and 18 percent below Rs. 7,500.

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Warner warns Cricket Australia, says `won't budge` from revenue model

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:21 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 18 (ANI): As the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Cricket Australia (CA) and Australia's Cricketers Association (ACA) ends in less than a fortnight, David Warner has underlined the willingness of the nation's top players to go without employment in order to achieve the retention of the fixed revenue percentage model which is at the heart of the pay dispute.

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Indian High Commission in Pakistan gears up for Int'l Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 18 (ANI): Yoga enthusiasts from around the globe are actively participating in different events to mark the third United Nations International Day of Yoga, which is celebrated annually on June 21 since its inception in 2015.

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This therapy cuts depression, anxiety symptoms in chronic pain patients

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 18 (ANI): A team of researchers has suggested that acceptance and commitment therapy for eight-weeks can significantly reduced the symptoms of depression and anxiety in chronic pain patients.

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PM Modi congratulates Srikanth on his maiden Indonesia Open title win

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth on his maiden win of the Indonesia Open title, saying the entire nation was extremely delighted on his victory.

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Death toll climbs to six in Meghalaya landslide

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 18:01 IST

Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], June 18 (ANI): The death toll in the massive landslide in Meghalaya's Ri-Bhoi district has mounted to six.

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`Harry` SRK reveals his `cheap` side in mini trail 1

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): The first mini trail of 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' is out where 'Harry' Shah Rukh Khan tells 'Sejal' Anushka Sharma about his 'kharaab character.'

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Death toll in Portugal forest fire rises to 57

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 17:23 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 18 (ANI): The death toll in Portugal forest fire has risen to 57, local media reports said on Sunday.

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Rajasthan farmers to begin mass protest from June 20

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 17:11 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 18 (ANI): Unhappy with the Rajasthan Government over handling of farmers' issues in the state, the Bhartiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) on Sunday declared that it will launch a state-wide agitation against the government from J

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Champions Trophy final: Section 144 imposed in Dehradun

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 17:09 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 18 (ANI): In wake of the ongoing Champions Trophy final between India and Pakistan, the Uttarakhand Government has imposed Section 144 in Dehradun's Clock Tower and nearby area.

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Chhattisgarh: Three Naxals gunned down in encounter

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 16:35 IST

Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 18 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh Police on Sunday gunned down three Naxals, including a woman, in an encounter which took place today afternoon here.

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Srikanth defeats Sakai to win Indonesia Open title

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 16:22 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 18 (ANI): Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth came out with a spectacular performance as he defeated unseeded Kazumasa Sakai of Japan in straight games to win the men's singles title of the Indonesia Super Series Premier badminton tournament here on Sunday.

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No World T20 in 2018 as ICC sticks to its calendar

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 15:58 IST

London [UK], June 18 (ANI): The seventh edition of the ICC T20 World Cup, which was supposed to be held in 2018, has been scrapped and will be held in 2020.

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Centre will provide all support to maintain peace in J-K: Rijiju

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 15:34 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 18 (ANI): Amid the increasing number of unprovoked firing by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju on Sunday said the state government would be provided all necessary support by the Centre to maintain peace in the Valley.

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Meditation, yoga cut risk of cancer, depression by reversing DNA

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 15:28 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 18 (ANI): For a healthy body in the long run, practising mind-body interventions (MBIs) such as meditation, yoga and Tai Chi daily reduces risk of depression and cancer by reversing the molecular reactions in DNA, suggests a study.

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Bihar: Two girls stripped as father failed to pay uniform fees

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 15:28 IST

Begusarai (Bihar) [India], June 18 (ANI): Two young girls were stripped and thrown out of their school in Bihar's Begusarai as their father was unable to pay the fee for their school uniform on time.

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Petrol Minister plans to turn Bengaluru into city of 'quality power'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 15:09 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 18 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday said that the government would introduce a policy to ban the fuel oil and put more pressure on the usage of Natural Gas, adding that in the coming years, Bengaluru will have latest quality power.

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Champions Trophy final: India opt to field against Pak

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:58 IST

London [U.K], June 18 (ANI): India won the toss and opted to bowl against their arch-rivals Pakistan in the high-octane final of the Champions Trophy at the Kennington Oval here on Sunday.

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Mamata Banerjee trying to divert our movement: GJM chief

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:58 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 18 (ANI): Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung on Sunday said West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was trying to divert their agitation into a different direction by claiming that the movement in Darjeeling hills was supported by insurgent groups of the north-east and some foreign countries.

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Presidential polls: Candidate's name to be announced before June 23, says Naidu

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday met Union Food Minister Ram Vilas Paswan and held discussions over the Presidential election.

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Genes, environment play roles in childhood obesity

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 18 (ANI): In the preschool years, children begin to learn from their environment about self-regulation, both in regards to food choices and how to deal with their emotions. When children don't learn effective self-regulation skills during those early critical years, studies have shown they may be at a greater risk of becoming obese.

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Afghanistan terror attack update: Five killed, nine injured

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:37 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 18 (ANI): At least five policemen were killed and nine others wounded in a Taliban-claimed attack at police headquarters in Gardez city in Paktia, Afghanistan on Sunday.

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Link between eczema, heart disease questioned

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 18 (ANI): People living with atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema, can now breathe a sigh of relief as a recent study has cast doubt about the skin condition risking hearts.

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Sohail to Sarfraz: Keep controversies aside, focus on Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 18 (ANI): Ahead of the high-octane Champion Trophy final against India at the Kennington Oval, former Pakistan cricketer Aamer Sohail has extended his warm wishes to Sarfraz Ahmed and also called on him to keep his controversial statement aside wherein he indirectly accused his national side of fixing matches in the ongoing eight-team marquee event.

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RK Nagar by-polls bribery: EC directs FIR against Dinakaran, Palanisamy

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:13 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 18 (ANI): In a response to Right to Information (RTI) query, the Election Commission on Sunday directed an FIR against All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leaders T.T.V. Dinakaran, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Palanisamy, Vijayabhaskar, Sellur K. Raju, Thangamani, Sengotaiyan and Velumani in RK Nagar by-poll bribery case.

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B-town wishes Happy Father's Day to their super dads

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): It is Father's Day today and the whole world is celebrating the occasion by wishing their dads on this special day, so how can Bollywood celebs stay behind.

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Sharif on private visit to Saudi Arabia for pilgrimage

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:10 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 18 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif along with his family members has left for a pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

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Cattle trade ban does not apply to Goa: Parrikar

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:10 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 18 (ANI): Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on Sunday said that the ban on sale of cattle for slaughter rule does not apply to Goa as "there are no cattle markets in the state."

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Justin Bieber's shirtless arm-wrestling bout with a pal

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 18 (ANI): Justin Bieber recently showed off his toned body while taking his friend on in a topless arm wrestle.

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Here's why some babies are born too small

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Why is one twin smaller than the other? According to a recent study, the answer could lie in the placenta.

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Rajnath speaks to Mamata over Darjeeling protest, appeals to maintain peace

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has spoken to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the law and order situation in Darjeeling where the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) has been leading a violent protest for seven days now.

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J-K Govt. has zero tolerance towards terror, separatism: BJP

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:53 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 18 (ANI): Hitting back at Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal for alleging Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti of being 'hand in glove with terrorists', the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that Jammu and Kashmir Government has zero tolerance towards terror and separatism.

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20 injured after turbulence in China Eastern plane during flight

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:13 IST

Beijing [China], June 18 (ANI): At least 20 passengers were injured after turbulence in a China Eastern plane during flight from Paris to Kunming in Yunnan province on Sunday.

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No punishment for Gambhir as Justice Sen overturns four-match ban

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Veteran Indian opener Gautam Gambhir was on Saturday handed a four-match suspension from the first-class cricket for allegedly abusing Delhi team coach KP Bhaskar in March.

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Ed Sheeran receives MBE in Queen's Birthday honour

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Pop sensation Ed Sheeran is now a Member of British Empire (MBE).

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Afghan Special Operations commandos deployed to clear Tora Bora from ISIS

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:05 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 18 (ANI): The Afghan National Army has deployed commandos from its Special Operations to Tora Bora valley, which earlier hosted a hideout of slain al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden, days after the Islamic State's offshoot in Afghanistan claimed the capture of the area.

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Rajasthan: Four killed, two injured in car-collision

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:05 IST

Hanumangarh (Rajasthan) [India], June 18 (ANI): Four people were killed and two injured in a car-collision in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh today.

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Three labourers die after being run over by train engine

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 13:05 IST

Sikar (Rajasthan) [India], June 18 (ANI): At least three labourers were killed after being run over by a train engine that was on a trial in Rajasthan's Sikar district today.

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Salman bonds with 'Tubelight's child actor in new photo

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): As the release date of his upcoming movie 'Tubelight' comes near, Salman Khan has become really active on social media for the promotion of the movie.

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Ind-Pak clash bigger than Ashes: Irfan Pathan

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 12:43 IST

Vadodara [India], June 18 (ANI): Ahead of much-anticipated, high octane Champions Trophy final between India and Pakistan at the Oval, Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has declared the clash between the two Asian arch-rival bigger than the Ashes series.

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Naresh Agarwal alleges Mehbooba of being 'hand in glove with terrorists'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal on Sunday alleged Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti-led Government of colluding with terrorists.

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Two Pakistani diplomats go missing in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 12:17 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 18 (ANI): The Pakistan Foreign Ministry on Sunday said that two officials of its Consulate General in Jalalabad, Afghanistan have been missing for the past two days.

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MEA, AYUSH Ministry hold Yoga session for diplomats

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 12:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): In a first, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) Ministry on Sunday launched a joint initiative to provide for a Yoga session for diplomats at the Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra here.

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Gal Gadot shows the real meaning of 'Wonder Woman'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): She might be the daughter of a god in reel life, but in real life Gal Gadot is as real as it can get.

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Maoists gunned down in encounter with police personnel in Bihar

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:40 IST

Jamui (Bihar) [India], June 18 (ANI): At least two Maoists were killed in an encounter with Police personnel in Bihar's Jamui district today.

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Delay in GST setback for nation: Swamy explains his tweet

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:29 IST

New Delhi [India] June 18 (ANI): Explaining his tweet demanding for the dismissal of Goods and Services Tax-Network (GSTN) chairman Navin Kumar, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday said that delaying the GST was a major setback for India.

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Forest fire in central Portugal kills 25, several injured

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:29 IST

Lisbon [Portugal], June 18 (ANI): At least 25 people were killed and 20 others injured in a huge forest fire in central Portugal.

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Agriculture portfolio 'Cinderella' of NDA Govt.: Chidambaram

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): With the farmers' agitations spreading across many states, senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Sunday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reneged on its promise by denying the farmers a reasonable increase in the minimum support price (MSP).

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Indonesia Open: Srikanth to take on Japan's Kazumasa Sakai in final

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:28 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 18 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth will aim to clinch Indonesia Super Series Premier title when he takes on unseeded Kazumasa Sakai of Japan in the final of the men' singles event here on Sunday.

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Beyonce, Jay Z become parents to twins

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:27 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 18 (ANI): Beyhive, Rejoice! The 'Queen Bee' has given birth to twins with husband Jay Z.

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Germany: JSMM protests against human rights violations, atrocities by Pak

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:04 IST

Frankfurt [Germany], June 18 (ANI): Activists from the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) here protested against human rights violations and the atrocities by Pakistan against the Sindhi, Baloch, Pashtun, Kashmiri and Saraiki.

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'Go India, Go Kohli': Fans cheer ahead of Ind vs Pak Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): The India-Pakistan clash, which is often referred to as the 'mother of all battles', is all set to once-again fill the cricket fans with enthusiasm and anticipation as the two arch-rivals meet each other for the second time in a month's time in the high-voltage final of the Champions Trophy at the Kennington Oval in London today.

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Champions Trophy: India, Pak gear up for 'mother of all finals'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 10:32 IST

London [U.K.], June 18 (ANI): The India-Pakistan clash, which is often referred to as the `mother of all battles`, is all set to once-again fill the cricket fans with enthusiasm and anticipation as the two arch-rivals meet each other for the second time in a month's time in the high-voltage final of the Champions Trophy at the Kennington Oval here today.

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Ryan Reynolds shares a sneak peek of 'Deadpool 2'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 10:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): It seems like fans are in for a real treat with 'Deadpool 2'.

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Afghanistan: Five suicide bombers storm Paktia Police Headquarters

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 10:04 IST

Paktia [Afghanistan], June 18 (ANI): As many as five suicide bombers attacked the police headquarters of eastern Paktia province on early Sunday morning, a spokesman for Interior Ministry, Najibullah Danish said.

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Woman on Indigo flight accuses co-passenger of harassment, files complaint

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): A woman on Sunday filed a complaint against a man for allegedly harassing and mistreating her in an IndiGo flight.

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Anti-Pak Army protests held outside Karachi Press Club

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:49 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 18 (ANI): Several demonstrators protested against the Pakistan Army outside the Karachi Press Club, alleging that the military establishment was responsible for extremism in the region.

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Oxford University Press declares 'Trump' Children's Word of the Year

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:37 IST

London [U.K.], June 18 (ANI): The Oxford University Press has declared "Trump" to be Children's Word of the Year after analysing 131,798 short stories written by children taking part in a BBC competition.

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Ind-Pak match 'matter of pride' for both nations: Baba Ramdev

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:30 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 18 (ANI): Ahead of the much-awaited Champions Trophy 2017 Final match between India and Pakistan, Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Sunday said India and Pakistan cricket matches not only remain mere sporting events, but go on to become a matter of pride for both nations.

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Swamy demands dismissal of GSTN chairman

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday demanded the Union Government to nationalise the Goods and Services Tax-Network (GSTN), adding its chairman Navin Kumar should be sacked for being unable to roll out the regime by July 1.

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SRK unravels what happens when Harry meets Sejal

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): If your name is Sejal, then we might have some good news for you.

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Sidharth Malhotra, Manoj Bajpayee don Army uniform for 'Aiyaary'

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): After enthralling fans with movies like 'Baby', 'A Wednesday,' and more recently, 'M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story,' Neeraj Pandey is ready with his upcoming movie 'Aiyaary'.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: PSPB hammer CRPF to clinch title

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 09:11 IST

Lucknow [India], June 18 (ANI): Petroleum Sports Promotion Board produced a spectacular performance as they thrashed Central Reserve Police Force 5-1 in the finals of the 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here last evening.

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'No. of missing' USS Fitzgerald sailors found dead

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 08:22 IST

Yokosuka [Japan], June 18 (ANI): The bodies of the sailors who have been missing after USS Fitzgerald collided with a merchant ship off the coast of Japan, have been found, according to Navy's 7th fleet.

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UP: Wedding called off over beefless dishes

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 08:22 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 18 (ANI): A wedding was called off in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur by the bride's family after the groom's family demanded that they be served beef at the ceremony.

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Google marks Father's Day through special doodle

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 08:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Google today is celebrating Father's Day 2017 dedicating an endearing doodle to all the fathers out there.

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Gaya: Police destroy liquor worth Rs. 30 lakh

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 07:10 IST

Gaya (Bihar) [India], June 18 (ANI): The local police on Sunday seized and destroyed over 7000 liters of liquor here, which was allegedly smuggled and brought into Bihar.

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Lucknow: CM Adityanath chairs review meeting

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 07:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh),[India] June 18 (ANI): A review meeting of six departments, including Social Welfare, Disabled Welfare, Minority Welfare, Backward Class Welfare, Women Welfare, Food Safety and Drugs departments, chaired by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was held here on Saturday.

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Virginia shooting: Congressman Steve Scalise 'critical' post second surgery

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 07:10 IST

New York [USA], June 18 (ANI): Senior Congressman Steve Scalise's condition was upgraded to "serious" after he underwent a second surgery on Saturday, after he was injured in a shooting at a Republican congressional baseball practice earlier this week.

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BJP backs Amit Shah's statement ruling out Indo-Pak 'bilateral' cricket

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 07:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh),[India] June 18 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday backed party president Amit Shah's statement opposing India's participation in any bilateral cricket series with Pakistan, while saying the decision came in view of the active support by Islamabad in terror activity.

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Colombia terror attack: Death toll rises to three in Bogota blast

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:44 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 18 (ANI): At least three people have been killed and several have been injured in an explosion that rocked the Centro Andino shopping center in Colombia's capital of Bogota on Sunday.

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Will be neither intimidated nor arrogant: Kohli ahead of Ind vs Pak final

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:30 IST

London [UK], June. 18 (ANI): Assuring that India will be neither intimidated nor arrogant when they face Pakistan in Sunday's Champions Trophy final on Sunday, Indian skipper Virat Kohli asserted that there were no favourites in the much-awaited clash.

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Defence Experts back Army Chief's 'misinformation misleads young minds in J-K' statement

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:30 IST

New Delhi[India], June 18 (ANI): Backing Army Chief General Bipin Rawat's assertion that misinformation compels youngsters to pick up arms in Kashmir, defence experts have asserted that correct information should be given to the people in the Valley to prevent untoward situations.

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Champions Trophy: Nation in 'prayer mode' ahead of epic India-Pak clash

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): With the increasing anticipation around the cricket duel between India and Pakistan, the clash is no longer seen as just another cricket match; it is has transformed into a sign of patriotism-a moment that sees no barriers in terms of caste creed or religion.

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Midnight cravings wreaking havoc on your weight? This should help

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

New York [USA], June 18 (ANI): We've all had our occasional binge of chocolate and our 3am scoops of ice cream. This is the classic sign of a food craving, an uncontrollable desire to satisfy our sweet tooth.

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Mumbai: Mega block to hamper suburban train services today

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 18 (ANI): The main and harbor lines of the Western railway and Central Railway are said to be affected due to a mega block here on Sunday.

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Colombia terror attack: One killed, 11 injured in blast

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 18 (ANI): A woman has been killed and 11 have been injured in an explosion that rocked the Centro Andino shopping center in Colombia's capital of Bogota on Sunday.

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Kashmir now a 'war-zone' thanks to BJP-PDP Govt.: Congress

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Responding to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti's statement on bringing peace to Kashmir, the Congress Party on Sunday while blaming the former and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the same, said the current coalition government has made the state like a 'war-zone'.

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Ind vs Pak: Congress slams 'confused' Centre over 'hypocritical' Amit Shah

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Responding to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Amit Shah's statement opposing India's participation in any bilateral cricket series with Pakistan, the Congress on Sunday said the Government of India is 'confused' regarding its relationship with Pakistan, while branding the former's stance to be 'hypocritical'.

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Hyderabad: Cameroon national arrested for possession of cocaine, heroin

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana)[India], June 18 (ANI): Personnel from the Commissioner's Task Force, West Zone team, in a joint operation with Golconda Police, apprehended a Cameroon national who was in possession of cocaine and heroin drugs.

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Hyderabad police bust 'illegal surrogacy' racket

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 06:09 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 18 (ANI): The Hyderabad police on Saturday nabbed a surrogacy racket that has been active in the Sai Kiran Infertility Hospital here in Banjara Hills.

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Football games to be reduced to 60 minutes?

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 05:30 IST

London [UK], June. 18 (ANI): A proposal to reduce each half of a game to 30 minutes is likely to be considered by the world football's rule-makers, in a bid to prevent time-wasting and make the sport more attractive.

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Dani Alves to join Manchester City from Juventus

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 05:04 IST

London [UK], June. 18 (ANI): Manchester City have approached Juventus with eyes set on Dani Alves, as Pep Guardiola has prepared to offer him a two-year contract as he steps up his recruitment drive for next season.

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Theresa May cancels 2018 Queen's speech to MPs

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 04:59 IST

London [UK], June. 18 (ANI): In a move to ease the way in parliament for new Brexit laws, the UK government has dropped the Queen's speech next year to ease the way in parliament for new Brexit laws.

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Pulwama terror attack: Civilian succumbs to injuries

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 04:57 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], June 18 (ANI): A civilian, who was injured yesterday in the unprovoked firing by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district, succumbed to his injuries on Sunday.

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US in no 'condition to lecture us' on human rights: Cuba to Trump

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 03:51 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 18 (ANI): In response to President Donald Trump's announcement that he is reversing the Obama administration's steps to thaw ties with Cuba, the Castro government has hit back strongly saying the U.S. is in no "condition to lecture us."

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London fire: 58 missing presumed dead

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 03:04 IST

London [UK], June. 18 (ANI): The Police has announced that the fifty-eight people who are still missing after the Grenfell Tower fire, are being presumed dead.

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Bill Cosby criminal case: 'Mistrial' declared

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 03:02 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 18 (ANI): The case accusing Bill Cosby of indecent assault ended in a mistrial on Saturday, after a Pennsylvania jury was unable to come to a unanimous decision.

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J-K: Civilian injured in terror attack in Pulwama

Updated: Jun 18, 2017 00:23 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], June 18 (ANI): A civilian was injured in firing by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday.

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Amitabh Choudhary, Rahul Johri to attend ICC meet in London

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 23:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary will be attending the International Cricket Council's (ICC) annual conference that is scheduled in London from June 19.

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Darjeeling unrest leaves 36 policemen injured: Police

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 23:10 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 17(ANI): Thirty-six policemen were injured, five received gunshot wounds and two were injured by sharp weapons in clashes with the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha activists as call for a separate Gorkha state turned violent in Darjeeling on Saturday.

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Rajasthan: Five arrested in connection of illegal stone mining

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 23:10 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 17 (ANI): The Rajasthan Police on Friday arrested five people in connection of the illegal mining of stone from Tayra village of Rajasthan's Bharatpur district.

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J-K Police to donate one day salary to kin of killed policemen

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 23:10 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], June 17 (ANI): Expressing solidarity and concern for the bereaved families, the Jammu and Kashmir Police will donate their one day salary to the families of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Bahrain to celebrate International Yoga Day with fervor

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 22:51 IST

Manama [Bahrain] June 17 (ANI): Bahrain will celebrate International Yoga Day (IYD) here at Sar Mall on June 21.

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Narada sting: Police summons Narada News CEO

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 22:38 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 17 (ANI): The Muchipara Police on Saturday summoned Narada News CEO Mathew Samuel to appear before it on June 27.

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Afghanistan: U.S. soldiers wounded in shooting at Camp Shaheen

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 22:20 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 17 (ANI): Several U.S. soldiers were reportedly wounded after an Afghan soldier opened fire at Camp Shaheen in northern Afghanistan, local media reports said.

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ASSOCHAM demands postponement of GST rollout

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:57 IST

New Delhi [India] June 17 (ANI): The industry chamber ASSOCHAM on Saturday wrote a letter to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and demanded that the government should postpone the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) as the IT network is not ready.

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Rajnath speaks to Mamata over Darjeeling protest

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday spoke to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over law and order situation in Darjeeling where the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) is leading a violent protest.

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SRK to unveil 'Jab Harry met Sejal' mini trail at Champions Trophy finals

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan has chosen the perfect occasion to introduce 'Harry' and 'Sejal' to the audience. The actor is all set to unveil 'Jab Harry met Sejal' mini trails during the India vs Pakistan finals cricket match tomorrow.

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Hospital staffer molests minor girl in Kanpur, family up in arms

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:16 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): Clashes erupted between locals and the police in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur district on Saturday who have been demanding shut down of a local hospital after one of its staff member 'misbehaved' with a minor girl.

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1993 Mumbai blasts: Acquitted Abdul bats for 'innocents'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): Abdul Qayyum, who has been acquitted from all charges in connection with the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, on Saturday batted for innocents like him who are languishing in various jails.

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Bareilly's Muslims, Hindus complaint against 'loud' Suhoor prayers

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 21:02 IST

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): Disturbed by loudspeakers for playing 'suhoor' prayers at a higher volume than the permissible limits, several members of Hindus and Muslims from Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district jointly raised complaint against the use of loudspeakers and asked the district administration to take action.

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Library of Trump's 'popular' tweets opens in New York

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 20:48 IST

New York [United States], June 17 (ANI): A library that displays United States President Donald Trump's popular tweets has been opened in New York.

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Stalin meets TN Governor, requests to dissolve Palaniswamy Govt.

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 20:16 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 17 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) acting president M. K. Stalin on Saturday met Tamil Nadu Governor Ch. Vidyasagar Rao and asked him to dissolve the Edappadi K. Palaniswami-led government, which has been facing horse-trading allegations.

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19-year-olds as inactive as 60-year-olds

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 19:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 17 (ANI): Turns out, physical activity among children and teens is lower than previously believed.

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CPI(M) gives Govt. June 20 as 'deadline' to declare Prez candidate

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 19:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Saturday said that the Opposition will declare its Presidential candidate if ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) fails to announce its choice by June 20.

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President attends Pune's College of Military Engineering convocation

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 19:03 IST

Pune(Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday attended the convocation ceremony of the passing out engineering graduate courses at the College of Military Engineering, Pune.

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Gender stereotypes may lead to unhealthy sexual relationships

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 17 (ANI): Female college students who believe women are subservient and who endorse music media's degradation of women are more likely to be involved in an unhealthy sexual relationship, according to a recent study.

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Pakistan has made Balochistan 'hell on Earth': Baloch activist Mengal

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:31 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 17 (ANI): Baloch activist Munir Mengal has said that Pakistan has made Balochistan a "hell on Earth".

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ICC announces match officials for Women's World Cup 2017

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:29 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 17 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday announced the umpire and match referee appointments for the ICC Women's World Cup 2017, which will be staged in the United Kingdom from June 24 to July 23.

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Yoga shouldn't remain confined to June 21: Baba Ramdev

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:29 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat)[India], June 17 (ANI): As the third edition of the International Yoga Day is all set to take place on June 21, Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Saturday said that yoga should not remain confined to a particular day or a date and rather it should become a permanent thing in life.

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No bilateral cricket series on Indian or Pakistani soil: Amit Shah

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Amit Shah on Saturday categorically stated that India and Pakistan will not feature in any bilateral cricket series but would continue to participate in international tournaments.

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This Father's Day, spoil your dad with a fun-filled getaway

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 17 (ANI): Looking for a way to honour your dad this Father's Day? Ditch the traditional tie, cologne or gift card to his favourite restaurant, and take him on a weekend trip.

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Champions Trophy: Edgbaston victory will not have any relevance in final, says Kohli

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:05 IST

London [UK], June 17 (ANI): It was only on June 4 that India launched their Champions Trophy title defence with a thumping 124-run win over Pakistan at Edgbaston. But skipper Virat Kohli feels that the Group Stage game will not have any relevance in what he expects to be a very exciting summit clash against the arch-rival at The Oval.

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Paraplegic Rehabilitation Centre, Mohali goes online

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 18:05 IST

Jammu (Srinagar) [India], June 17 (ANI): Paraplegic Rehabilitation Centre, (PRC), Mohali, which caters to disabled soldiers, has now got a web address.

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Police illegally entering house, torturing supporters, claims GJM chief

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:40 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal)[India], June 17 (ANI): Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung on Saturday claimed that the West Bengal Police are illegally entering their supporters' houses and torturing them and also accused them of killing two of his supporters.

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Tier 2/3 cities are on digital track

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 17 (ANI): A recent Paytm report on the rail booking trends has confirmed the notion that non-metro India has adopted online train ticketing as a preferred option over booking train tickets across the counter.

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Pansare murder accused Gaikwad gets conditional bail

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:30 IST

Kolhapur (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): Sanatan Sanstha activist Samir Gaikwad, who is an accused in the veteran Communist leader and rationalist Govind Pansare murder case, on Saturday got a conditional bail.

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Garodia International Centre for Learning launches #MyDadMyHero Campaign

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:20 IST

Mumbai [India], June 17 (ANI-Newsvoir): Garodia International Centre for Learning Mumbai (GICLM) has launched #MyDadMyHero campaign in lieu of Father's Day on the 18th June 2017.

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Congress questions Rajasthan officials 'audacity' as they photograph women, lynch man who objected

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Reacting to a group of government officials, who allegedly lynched a 55-year-old Muslim man for trying to stop them from photographing women defecating in public, the Congress Party on Saturday urged the Rajasthan government to take strictest of action against the culprits

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Pradhan assures people won't suffer due to daily revision of fuel prices

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:19 IST

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], June 17 (ANI): Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday said people won't suffer due to daily revision of fuel prices.

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SRK pays Ranbir Rs. 5000 for 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' title

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): So, Ranbir Kapoor has finally claimed what was rightfully his - a cheque of Rs. 5000 for suggesting title of Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'.

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Srikanth stuns World No. 1 Wan Ho to enter Indonesia Open final

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:56 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 17 (ANI): Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth booked his place in the Indonesia Open Super Series Badminton tournament finals after producing a spectacular performance to defeat Son Wan Ho of Korea in an intense semi-final contest here in Jakarta on Saturday.

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Bangladesh Govt's ICT division website hacked

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:56 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 17 (ANI): The Government of Bnagladesh said on Saturday that the official website of its Information Communication Technology (ICT) division had been hacked in the afternoon.

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Bangladesh ranks 84th in Global Peace Index 2017

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:45 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 17 (ANI): Bangladesh has been ranked 84th in the Global Peace Index (GPI) of 2017.

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Braveheart's family criticizes govt. over inaction on Pak ceasefire violations

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:35 IST

Hoshiarpur (Punjab) [India], June 16 (ANI): The family of Indian Army soldier Naik Bakhtawar Singh, who was killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Nowshera this week, criticized the government on Saturday over its "inaction" in ending ceasefire violations by Pakistan.

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Elizabeth Banks apologises for comments about Steven Spielberg

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Few days back, actress Elizabeth Banks had blasted filmmaker Steven Spielberg for

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Let Centre adjudicate on Puducherry crisis, says Kiran Bedi

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:18 IST

Puducherry [India], June 17 (ANI): Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi on Saturday said that Chief Minister V. Narayanswamy should go to "the Centre and let them adjudicate" on the distribution of powers between the two.

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Shahbaz Sharif says biased JIT targetting his family

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:17 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Saturday took on the Joint Investigation Team (JIT), saying it was pursuing a Panamagate case filed against the Sharif family in a biased manner.

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Mamata tears into GJM, says 'bandh is illegal'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:10 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 17 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday teared into the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) supporters, stating that they aren't listening to the court, even after it had passed an order citing the bandh was "illegal."

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DMIT, a trending scientific procedure to test one's inborn intelligence

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI-Businesswire India): Choosing oneself to become just a successful engineer or a doctor in future is passe. With the growing competition and the growth in career options, Kids and their parents are becoming more confused towards identifying their actual passion and talent. Just as the 10th and 12th board results are out, parents are now worried about what goals have their kids made up in their mind to peruse in future. There are dozens of questions revolving in their head making them befuddled with thoughts like, does my kid fits for his goals or his talent lay in some other streams?

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PoK leaders slam Pakistan for human rights violations

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:07 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 17 (ANI): The leaders of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have slammed Pakistan for human rights violations in the region during the ongoing 35th session of Human Rights Council in Geneva.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship 'A' Division: RSPB thrash UP 8-0

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:02 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) defeated Uttar Pradesh Hockey 8-0 in their Pool A encounter on Day Three of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division here on Saturday.

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Army transfer racket: Lt. Col. Moni, middleman's custody extended till July 1

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 16:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Saturday extended the judicial custody of Lieutenant Colonel Ranganathan Suvramani Moni and alleged middleman Gaurav Kohli in connection with a transfer racket at the Army headquarters in which officers allegedly paid lakh of rupees to manipulate their postings.

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J-K DGP assures quick action, justice for six policemen killed in Anantnag

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:51 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 17 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police (DGP) S.P. Vaid on Saturday blamed the Lashkar-E-Taiba (LeT) group for ambushing a police jeep a day before in which six policemen were killed in the Anantnag district and assured that 'action will be taken and justice will be given'.

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BPCL's decision under law, no politics involved: Pradhan on Tej Pratap

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:46 IST

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], June 17 (ANI): Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday said that the decision to cancel the licence of Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav's petrol pump was under the law and that no politics was involved, hours after Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and the latter's brother Tejaswi Yadav called the cancellation a 'polictical vendetta.'

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Agencies dealing with strategies of terrorists: Jitendra Singh

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:41 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 17 (ANI): After terrorists ambushed a police party on the outskirts of the Anantnag district of South Kashmir and killed six policemen, including a station house officer, Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Jitendra Singh on Saturday said security agencies have taken cognizance and are changing strategies to deal with the terrorists.

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39 Indians trapped in Mosul presumed to be alive: MEA

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The 39 people from Punjab currently trapped in Iraq's war-torn Mosul are presumed to be alive, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), as the Indian Government has received no information to the contrary.

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BJP says AAP responsible for its legal battles

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Delhi president Manoj Tiwari on Saturday said the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is squarely responsible for its own legal battles.

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Probe says killed Chinese refused security cover

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 (ANI): Pakistan's Interior Ministry has said that new evidence regarding the murder of two Chinese nationals by the militant Islamic State (IS) group in Quetta, Balochistan, reveals that the couple were offered security cover, but they refused to accept it.

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Mothers supporting child's negative emotions can impact their social adjustment: Study

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 15:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Dear parents, you may have to stop favouring your child in every situation, as according to a study, mothers supporting their child's negative emotions may impact their social adjustment and social interaction in school.

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Jada Pinkett Smith slams Tupac Shakur's biopic

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): It seems like Jada Pinkett Smith is not a fan of the new film about her close friend, the late rapper Tupac Shakur.

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Puducherry crisis: Not an issue of suppression of power, clarifies CM Narayanswamy

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:49 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 17 (ANI): After the Puducherry Assembly passed a resolution aimed at limiting the powers of Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi, Chief Minister V. Narayanswamy clarified that this was not the issue of "suppression of power."

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KJo hits back at trolls with this funny message

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities are not new to trolls on social media, whether that's for being fat or an unusual choice of movie they took part in.

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Have no option but to attack Indian top order: Mickey Arthur

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:30 IST

London [UK], June 17 (ANI): Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur believes his team has got no other option but to attack the Indian batters in order to give themselves the best possible chance to win the much-anticipated, high octane Champions Trophy final at The Oval on Sunday.

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Early stress ups depression risk by permanently changing DNA: Study

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Beware! A study has revealed that individuals, who experience childhood stress and trauma, are at increased risk of depression by permanently changing their Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA).

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Rajasthan lynching: Activists demand rigorous punishment for accused

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:21 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal)/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): After an activist Zafar Hussein was lynched to death in Rajasthan for resisting photography and videography of women defecating in open, activists on Saturday demanded rigorous punishment against the accused, citing said the deceased lost his life for a social cause.

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Diane Kruger to star in Robert Zemeckis' next

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:07 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 17 (ANI): Continuing her great run in Hollywood, actress Diane Kruger has added one more project to her bag.

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Presidential polls: Swamy ridicules 'minority party' Congress after Oppn. seeks names for candidates

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): With the Congress party seeking for names and consensus over presidential election from the ruling dispensation, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Saturday said the "minority party" has no right to make such demand names from a "majority party."

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Defence Min. Jaitley condemns Achabal ambush, salutes bravehearts

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday took to Twitter to condemn yesterday's terrorist attack on a police party in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag in which as many as six police personnel were killed.

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Former PPP minister joins Imran Khan led PTI

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 (ANI): Former federal minister and Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Punjab president Imtiaz Safdar Warraich has joined the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).

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Renewable Energy will reach 49 percent in India by 2040: Report

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India] June 17 (ANI): As batteries and new sources of flexibility bolster the reach of renewables, the renewable energy will be reaching 49 percent in India, 55 percent in China, 74 percent penetration in Germany and 38 percent in the U.S. by 2040 anticipates newly released Bloomberg New Energy Finance's (BNEF) annual long-term analysis of the future of energy- 2017 New Energy Outlook (NEO).

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Tejaswi calls cancellation of Tej Pratap's petrol pump's licence 'political vendetta'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:43 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 17 (ANI): Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejaswi Yadav on Saturday called the cancellation of the licence of his brother and state Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav's petrol pump a 'polictical vendetta,' adding that "nothing of this sort can hamper their party."

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PM Modi flags off Kochi Metro, says coaches reflect 'Make in India' vision

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:42 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the first phase of the Kochi Metro project. The first phase of the project is 13.2 kilometers in length. The total stretch is 25 kilometers.

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Champions Trophy final: Pakistan has nothing to lose, says Azhar Mahmood

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:32 IST

London [UK], June 17 (ANI): Pakistan bowling coach Azhar Mahmood feels that his team has nothing to lose in the high-octane Champions Trophy final against India and it would be the Men in Blue, who would be under pressure at The Oval on Sunday.

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Madhur Bhandarkar hopes Censor Board to be lenient to 'Indu Sarkar'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:22 IST

Mumbai [India], June 17 (ANI): The trailer of Madhur Bhandarkar's upcoming movie 'Indu Sarkar' was launched in Mumbai.

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Was really skeptical of my look in 'Indu Sarkar': Neil Nitin Mukesh

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:09 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): The fans have been stunned by Neil Nitin Mukesh's uncanny resemblance to late politician Sanjay Gandhi in Madhur Bhandarkar's 'Indu Sarkar'.

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Death toll rises to 156 in Bangladesh landslides

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 13:09 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 17 (ANI): The death toll following the recent incessant downpour and landslides in Bangladesh has risen to 156, as firefighters recovered four dead bodies from different areas of Rangamati.

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Indonesia Open: Prannoy crashes out in semis

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:57 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 17 (ANI): Indian shuttler HS Prannoy's campaign in the Indonesia Open Super Series Badminton tournament came to an end after he went down to Japan's Kazumasa Sakai in a thrilling semi-final contest here on Saturday.

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700 ISIS militants killed in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province in last three months

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:56 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 17 (ANI): A top Afghan Army official has said that at least 700 Islamic State (ISIS) militants were killed in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province in the past three months during the Hamza operations.

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Critics fear Justice Dept. Deputy Attorney General could be sacked next

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Some critics of U.S. President Donald Trump have expressed fear that Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Rosenstein could be fired after the former's tirade apparently against the latter on Twitter, according to the Washington Post.

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Galle to host first ODI since 2000

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:27 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 17 (ANI): After a 17-year hiatus, ODI cricket is set to return to Galle with Zimbabwe playing the first two ODI's of the five-match series against Sri Lanka scheduled to be held on June 30 and July 2.

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Smokeless tobacco is 95 percent safer than smoking: Study

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Here's another reason for you to quit smoking, as a study has warned that snus - a type of moist powdered tobacco, typically held in the mouth between the lips and gums- is 95 percent safer than smoking.

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Rajasthan Govt. to department heads: Identify inefficient employees for removal

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:24 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 17 (ANI): Rajasthan Chief Secretary O.P. Meena, has in an order, asked all department heads to identify employees, who have completed 15 years of service or attained 50 years of their age and whose work is unsatisfactory.

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Misinformation compels youngsters to pick up arms in J-K: Army Chief

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:14 IST

Dundigal (Telangana) [India], June 17 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat on Saturday said some misinformation is being spread among the people of Jammu and Kashmir, which in turn is compelling the younger generation to pick up arms.

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Champions Trophy final: Mercurial Pakistan shouldn't be discounted, says Hussey

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:13 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 17 (ANI): Former Australian batsman Mike Hussey has favoured India in the high-octane Champions Trophy final against Pakistan at The Oval on Sunday, while adding that the Men in Green, who have thrown up so many upsets so far in the tournament, should not be discounted.

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Kochi: PM Modi inaugurates, rides multi-model Kochi Metro rail

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:02 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the multi-model Kochi metro here.

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Girls exposed to passive smoking face greater arthritis risk

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 12:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): Parents beware! Smoking before your daughter can be harmful as a study has found that children, especially girls, who are exposed to passive smoking in childhood, face greater risk of developing arthritis later in life.

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Matthew Perry gives secret tribute to 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S.' in new play

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:53 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): It's been 13 years since Monica, Rachel, Phoebe, Ross, Joey and Chandler left the small screen, but every time one of the stars, who played these characters gives an interview, it suddenly becomes all about 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S.'

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Indian, Chinese envoys discuss Nepal's political situation with PM Deuba

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:53 IST

Kathmandu[Nepal], June 17 (ANI): Envoys of India and China called on Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Friday to discuss various issues, including the status of local body polls.

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Same motor strategy as babies may help in old age

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 17 (ANI): You can help your grandparents! A motor mechanism that has been attributed primarily to early development in babies and toddlers can also help older adults to improve their movement accuracy, suggests a new study.

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Lorde's new album `Melodrama` was originally about aliens

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:53 IST

London [UK], June 17 (ANI): Lorde's new album 'Melodrama' is about a concept which takes place at a single house party.

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Sarfraz Ahmed's Etawah-based mamu roots for India in Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:22 IST

Etawah (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): When India will take on Pakistan in the much-anticipated, high octane summit clash of the Champions Trophy 2017 on Sunday, Mehboob Hasan, Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed's uncle, will be praying and cheering for Virat Kohli & Co to defend the coveted trophy they won in 2013.

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BPCL terminates licence of Tej Pratap Yadav's petrol pump

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:22 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 17 (ANI): The Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) on Saturday terminated the license of Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav's petrol pump after he failed to furnish a satisfactory explanation to the notice issued over the allocation of the property in the state.

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Opposition corners MP CM Chouhan over recent farmer suicides

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:11 IST

Dewas (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): Opposition leader Ajay Singh on Saturday lashed out at Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, asking him to stop giving speeches and work on the development of the farmers.

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Abhishek shares first poster of his next 'Paltan'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 11:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Abhishek Bachchan fans, rejoice! The wait is finally over as Junior Bachchan has finally announced his next movie.

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Gujarat CM Rupani flags off special train on centenary celebration of Sabarmati Ashram

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:59 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 17 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Saturday flagged off Gandhi Darshan Astha Special Train from Sabarmati Railway station on the completion of 100 year of Sabarmti Ashram.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship 'A' Division: Chandigarh beat Haryana 2-1

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:58 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17 (ANI): Goals by Sandeep Singh (7') and Damanjit Singh (37') helped Hockey Chandigarh beat Hockey Haryana 2-1 in their Pool D encounter on Day Two of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'A' Division here in Lucknow.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship`B` Division: PSPB to take to CRPF in summit showdown

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:47 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India], June 17 (ANI): Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Friday recorded contrasting victories to progress to the finals of the 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here.

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Junior Bachchan looks awwdorable in this throwback picture

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Sharing throwback pictures is in trend nowadays and Abhishek Bachchan is one actor who follows this trend meticulously.

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Indonesia Open: Srikanth, Prannoy to play for final berth

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:36 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 17 (ANI): Indian shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy will look to enter the final of the men's singles event of the ongoing Indonesia Open Super Series Badminton tournament when they play their respective semi-final matches today.

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Terrorism can't be defeated by finger-pointing: Pak Army Chief

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:28 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 (ANI): Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has alleged that some regional players were avoiding their responsibilities in the fight against terrorism and instead hurling blames at others.

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Celebs pay tribute to 'Rocky' director John G. Avildsen

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The leading men of the movies helmed by John G. Avildsen, who died on Friday following pancreatic cancer, have been paying tribute to their favourite director.

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Rajnath Singh reviews security in Darjeeling as situation remains tense

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:07 IST

New Delhi/ Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 17 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the security situation in West Bengal's Darjeeling by sending more troops to help restore normalcy as the state government has not yet submitted its report on the situation.

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Eat broccoli to keep diabetes in check

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 10:05 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): Here's another reason to consume broccoli, as researchers have identified a new anti-diabetic substance, richly occurring in broccoli, which can significantly lower the blood sugar levels.

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Telangana: Army Chief Rawat attends Passing Out Parade ceremony at Air Force Academy

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:49 IST

Dundigal (Telangana) [India], June 17 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday inspected the guard of honour at the Passing Out Parade ceremony held at Air Force Academy here to mark the completion of pre-commissioning training of the Flight Cadets belonging to various branches.

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Panamagate probe: PM House accuses JIT of tapping phones of witnesses

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 (ANI): The Prime Minister House in Pakistan has accused the Panamagate Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing into the offshore properties of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's family of phone tapping and monitoring of witnesses - a violation of the law and the Constitution.

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Eat walnuts to feel fuller for longer

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:46 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): People, who consume walnuts, salmon and canola oil regularly are likely to experience favourable changes in appetite hormones associated with reduction in hunger.

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Rajasthan: 60 people fall ill after eating contaminated food

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:45 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 17 (ANI): As many as 60 people, including 13 children, fell sick after eating contaminated food at a ceremony in Bharatpur's Sarsaina village.

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Jaitley to chair 17th GST Council meeting on Sunday

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The 17th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax Council (GSTC) will be held in national capital New Delhi on Sunday with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in the chair.

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Maharashtra: Two arrested for illegally running fake telecommunication exchange

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:44 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): Two accused were arrested as the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of the Latur District Police and officers from the Department of Telecommunications (Prosecution branch) (DOT) conducted raids in the Latur district for illegally running a fake telecommunication exchange and seized property amounting to Rs. 4,60,000 on Friday.

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Trump adds another lawyer to aid his Russia probe

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:17 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has hired Washington legal veteran John Dowd to assist his personal legal team in its handling the special counsel's probe about Russian meddling in the 2016 election, according to media reports.

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Bijbehara encounter: Weapons, dead bodies of three terrorists recovered

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 09:01 IST

Anantnag (Jammua and Kashmir) [India], June 17 (ANI): A troop of 90 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Special Operation Group (SOG) and Rashtriya Rifles has recovered dead bodies of three terrorists, including Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Junaid Matto, killed in an encounter that happened a day before between security forces and militants in the Arwani village of south Kashmir's Bijbehara area.

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Rajasthan: CPI (ML) activist Zafar lynched to death for resisting photography of women defecating in open

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 08:56 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan)/New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation has issued a statement stating that activist Zafar Hussein was lynched to death in Rajasthan for resisting photography and videography of women defecating in open.

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Carrie Fisher died of sleep apnea, 'drug use,' not simply heart attack

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 08:52 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): 'Star Wars' actress Carrie Fisher, who died on December 27, 2016, did not die simply from a heart attack, instead it was sleep apnea and a combination of other factors, including drug abuse.

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Seven sailors missing as U.S. Navy destroyer collides with ship off Japanese coast

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 08:32 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): Seven US sailors have been missing after a U.S. Navy destroyer collided with a merchant ship off the coast of Japan.

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Oscar-winning director John G. Avildsen dies at 81

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:47 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 17 (ANI): John G. Avildsen, who won an Academy Award for directing Rocky and directed the first three original Karate Kid movies, has died. He was 81.

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Putin against Snowden's extradition to US

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:32 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 17 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin yesterday asserted that the country will not extradite U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) contractor and whistleblower Edward Snowden to the U. S.

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Trump's financial disclosure highlights significant income boost

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:31 IST

New York [USA], June 17 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Friday highlighted his business empire through his financial disclosure forms, revealing income worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

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This doctor can feel his patients' pain.literally!

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:31 IST

New York, June 17 (ANI): Joel Salinas, a neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital can literally feel the emotional and physical sensations of his patients.

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Shiv Sena dialed 'wrong number' by proposing Bhagwat's name for President: RSS

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:30 IST

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): After Shiv Sena endorsed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's name for presidential nominee, the right-wing organization on Saturday said the former had dialed a wrong number.

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Queen's birthday honours list: Billy Connolly joins Paul McCartney, JK Rowling

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:30 IST

London [UK], June 17 (ANI): Glasgow-based comedian Billy Connolly, known best for his anarchic comic timing is all set to be knighted in the Queen's birthday honours list.

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Horrific killing of cops in Anantnag a 'setback': Defence Experts

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 07:30 IST

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Expressing concern over the killing of six police personnel in terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, defence experts on Saturday said the death of the policemen comes as a major setback.

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India Under-19 teams for England tour announced

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 17 (ANI): The All-India Junior Selection Committee met earlier today to select the India Under-19 Cricket Teams for 2 four-day and 5 one-day matches against England Under-19.

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Human Rights Watch raps India for '20 Internet Shutdowns in 2017'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 17 (ANI): India has received an earful from the Human Rights Watch, who in its recent report stated the nation has shut down the internet in various regions 20 times in the first five months of this year, and that four of those blackouts have taken place this month, all in states where violent protests took place.

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Presidential Polls: Opposition backs Yechury's 'PR' barb for BJP

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Responding to CPI (M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury branding the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) meeting with the opposition as a 'PR exercise', the Opposition on Saturday said the meetings are simply 'unnecessary', adding that it was a 'courtesy call'.

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NCP bats for 'mutual consent' on presidential nominee

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:33 IST

New Delhi[India], June 17 (ANI): The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Saturday called for mutual consent on the selection of the name of Presidential polls nominee, saying that the Centre should first propose the name for the coveted post and then

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Cadre wants Amma's legacy to continue through me: Deepa Jayakumar

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:33 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 17 (ANI): Soon after staking claim in the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (AIADMK's) disputed 'two-leaves' symbol, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar, while alleging T.T.V. Dinakaran of blackmailing her, said the grassroot cadre of the party is vouching for her to be the party General Secretary.

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Surat: Diamond merchants to protest against proposed GST rates

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:33 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 17 (ANI): Diamond merchants in India's diamond production hub Surat, have called for a day-long bandh today in order to push for an exemption from the three percent tax levied on polished diamonds, under the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill.

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Army transfer racket: Lt. Colonel, middleman to be produced in court today

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Lieutenant Colonel Ranganathan Suvramani Moni and alleged middleman Gaurav Kohli will be produced before a Delhi court here today, in connection with a transfer racket at the Army headquarters.

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Kerala: PM Modi to inaugurate multi-model Kochi Metro rail today

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 06:32 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 17 (ANI): The stage is now set for the official launch of the Kochi metro, which will be facilitated in the august presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 11 a.m. here today.

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Mumbai blast verdict a ray of hope: BJP

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 05:33 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka)[India], June 17 (ANI): Following the 1993 Mumbai blast case verdict in which six accused, including Abu Salem have been convicted, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday said the judgment came as a ray of hope while assert

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US Navy destroyer collides with ship off Japanese coast

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 05:33 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): After colliding with a merchant ship about 56 nautical miles off the coast of Yokosuka, Japan, a US Navy destroyer is taking on water steadily and injuries have also been reported from the vessel.

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Bengaluru: President Mukherjee to inaugurate Green Line of 'Namma Metro'

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 05:33 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka)[India], June 17 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will today inaugurate the first phase of Green Line of 'Namma Metro' in Bengaluru.

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Srinagar: Separatists call for shutdown today against civilian killings

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 05:33 IST

Srinagar (J-K)[India], June 17 (ANI): The joint separatist leadership has called for complete shutdown in the Valley on Saturday against the killing of two civilians in firing by security forces.

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Katy Perry smashes Twitter record, hits 100 millions followers

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 04:17 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): Katy Perry's fans on Friday got to "witness" the singer make history, as the 'Roar' singer has become the first person to reach 100 million followers.

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After four decades, McDonald's ends Olympics sponsorship

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 03:24 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): Fast food giant McDonald's is ending its decades-long affiliation with the Olympics Games, as it cut short a deal that was supposed to extend till least through 2020.

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Obama gushes over Jay Z, inducts rapper into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 03:18 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): In an adorable video message, former president Barack Obama inducted his longtime friend Jay Z into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and spoke fondly from their daughters to their supremely famous wives!

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London fire: Protesters swarm Downing Street, demand May's resignation

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 03:15 IST

London [UK], June. 17 (ANI): Angry protestors marched to Downing Street from the Home Office headquarters, chanting against Prime Minister Theresa May over the deadly Grenfell Tower fire disaster

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ISIS media leader killed in Afghanistan: U.S.

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 02:37 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): In a major development, the United States military has confirmed the killing of a senior member and the destruction of a media hub of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria-Khorasan (ISIS-K), the Afghanistan branch of the terrorist group.

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'Outraged' Cristiano Ronaldo might quit Real Madrid over tax treatment

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 02:29 IST

London [UK], June. 17 (ANI): 'Outraged' at being unfairly treated by Spanish tax authorities, Cristiano Ronaldo is looking to quit Real Madrid and the country.

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Lorde admits reviewing 'onion rings' on Instagram secretly!

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 02:14 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): Grammy award winner Lorde confirmed speculations that she was behind the "onionringsworldwide" Instagram account with the tagline, "Every onion ring I encounter, rated."

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Trump announces canceling 'one-sided' U.S. deal with Cuba

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 02:13 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): Slamming former president Barack Obama's dealings with the communist regime in Cuba, President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled new restrictions on travel, business with Cuba, in a move clearly charting his own course of relations with the Castro-led government.

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'Witch Hunt': Trump confirms he is being investigated over Comey firing

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 01:27 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 17 (ANI): President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he was being investigated for firing former FBI Director James Comey, and seemingly trained his guns on deputy attorney general accusing him of overseeing a "witch hunt" against him.

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PM Modi mourns demise of former German Chancellor Kohl

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 01:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed his condolences on the demise of former German Chancellor Helmet Kohl, hailed as the architect of German reunification.

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Tributes pour in as 'father of German unification' Helmut Kohl dies

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 00:36 IST

New York [US], June. 17 (ANI): Architect of German reunification after the end of the Cold War, Helmut Kohl, passed away on Friday. He was 87.

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PM Modi congratulates new Irish PM Varadkar, invites him to India

Updated: Jun 17, 2017 00:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Following the appointment of Indian-origin Leo Varadkar as Ireland's first gay Prime Minister, Prime Minister Narendra Modi while congratulating him over a telephonic conversation, invited him to visit India.

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UP: Seven junior engineers of Irrigation Department transferred

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 23:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government on Friday transferred seven junior engineers of Irrigation Department on the grounds of carelessness and irregularities in their work.

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Russia denies confirmation of Baghdadi's killing

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:57 IST

Moscow [Russia] , June 16 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that there is no confirmation yet that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has been killed in one of its airstrikes in Syria last month and therefore has initiated investigations into May 28 airstrike.

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'Fake News Media hates when I use' Twitter: Trump

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

New York [U.S.], June 16 (ANI): Continuing his tirade against the media outlets, U.S. President Donald Trump said that the "fake news media" does not like him using "very powerful" Twitter to address his supporters.

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Himachal: One killed, two rescued after building collapses

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 16 (ANI): The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Friday recovered one body and rescued two persons after a commercial building collapsed in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra.

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Meeting on presidential polls remains inconclusive

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The first meeting between the government and the opposition on presidential elections remained inconclusive today as no name was discussed by either side.

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Verdict on Mumbai 1993 blast historic: Ujjwal Nikam

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Hailing the conviction of six accused, including Abu Salem in the 1993 Mumbai serial blast case public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Friday termed the judgment as 'historic'.

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Request extra time to submit affidavit in EC: Deepa Jayakumar

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 16 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister late J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar on Friday said that she has requested the Election Commission of India (ECI) to grant more time to file the affidavit to claim the party's 'two-leaves' symbol, adding that she can submit more than two lakhs affidavits in her favour to support the same.

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Govt. believes in total freedom of press: Naidu

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Parliamentary Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday silenced critics who have been slamming the government for curbing the freedom of press and said that the media is free to express its view under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regime.

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MP: Six-year-old dies after drowning in pool

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:01 IST

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 16 (ANI): A six-year-old boy died after drowning in a swimming pool in Madhya Pradesh's Indore on Friday.

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Justice Bhagwati will be remembered for his path breaking judgements: President

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 22:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Condoling the passing away of former Chief Justice of India (CJI) P.N. Bhagwati, President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the former will always be remembered for his path breaking judgements as well as for introducing Public Interest Litigation in India, which transformed the nation's legal landscape.

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Unruly behaviour won't be accepted: Aviation Minister

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 21:50 IST

Vijaynagram (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Friday said that unruly behaviour by anyone will not be tolerated and that law will take its own course in the regard.

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Baloch hold demonstrations against CPEC

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 21:50 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 16 (ANI): The Baloch Republican Party (BRP) held demonstrations outside the United Nations office in Geneva during the ongoing 35th session of Human Rights Council to highlight Baloch genocide and the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl passes away

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 21:50 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 16 (ANI): Helmut Kohl, the father of reunification, who served as German chancellor from 1982 to 1998, passed away at the age of 87 today.

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Cattle ban: Naidu says food is a personal choice

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 21:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): In the backdrop of a raging debate on beef consumption, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday said food is a matter of choice and he himself is a strict non-vegetarian.

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Man arrested for possessing knife outside British Parliament

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 20:53 IST

London [Britain], June 16 (ANI): A man has been arrested by the British Police for carrying a knife outside the Palace of Westminster after he ran, shouting, towards one of the gates on Friday afternoon.

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J-K: 6 policemen killed in Anantnag terror attack

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 20:28 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 16 (ANI): As many as six police personnel were killed including an officer in a terrorist attack on a police party in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag.

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UP: One arrested for illegal betting in Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 20:28 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) on Friday arrested Ajay Yadav, a member of a betting band on International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy.

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Odisha: Three arrested for illegally transporting 376 tortoises

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 20:28 IST

Malkangiri (Odisha) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Chitrakonda Police in Odisha's Malkangiri district on Friday seized a tortoise-laden pick up van and arrested three persons for carrying the amphibious animals.

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Special Envoy of South Korea calls on PM Modi

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:57 IST

New Delhi (India), June 16 (ANI): Special Envoy of South Korea, Jeong Dong-Chae on Friday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Stud farm owner Hasan Ali Khan questioned over financial irregularities

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:39 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday questioned stud farm owner Hasan Ali Khan in a financial irregularities case.

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Puducherry passes resolution to clip wings of Kiran Bedi

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:39 IST

Puducherry [India] June 16 (ANI): Puducherry Assembly on Friday passed a resolution which is aimed at clipping the wings of Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi.

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Shiv Sena now bats for Swaminathan as next President

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:38 IST

Mumbai [Maharashtra] [India] June 16 (ANI): Shiv Sena on Friday said that if political parties have problem with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's candidature for the post of next President then consider M. S. Swaminathan for the post. Swaminathan is known for steering India's Green Revolution programme.

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BRICS Foreign Ministers to meet in Beijing on June 18-19

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:38 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 16 (ANI): The Russian Foreign Ministry on Friday said that the Foreign Ministers of BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) will meet in Beijing on June 18-19.

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Bangladesh, Sweden pledge to combat terrorism jointly

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:35 IST

Stockholm [Sweden], June 16 (ANI): Bangladesh and Sweden have pledged to fight terrorism jointly. The decision was taken during a meeting between Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven.

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Indian Oil successfully rolls out daily revision of Petrol, Diesel prices

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:34 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Indian Oil Corporation on Friday successfully rolled out the daily revision of petrol and diesel prices across the country through its network of 26,000-plus petrol pumps.

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Death toll in London tower block fire rises to 30

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:24 IST

London [UK], June 16 (ANI): The dead toll in Wednesday's heavy fire that engulfed a tower block in west London has risen to 30.

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Centre reaches out to Opposition for consensus over presidential polls

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and M. Venkaiah Naidu have reached out to the Opposition parties to finalise a consensus candidate for the upcoming Presidential elections.

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CRPF says situation is improving in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:11 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Friday said the situation in the protest-torn Darjeeling is improving.

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Men beware! Regular night shifts can lead to lower fertility

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Men, take note! Irregular working hours can dampen your sex drive and lessen your chances of fathering children.

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Trump mocks FBI for failing to prove 'Russian Collusion'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 19:07 IST

New York [U.S.], June 16 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has mocked FBI investigators of not being able to find any evidence related to the probe of a possible collusion between his team and Russia during 2016 Presidential election.

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Pakistan is just another team: Indian hockey captain Manpreet Singh

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:49 IST

London [UK], June 16 (ANI): The Indian Men's Hockey Team got over an early setback to register an impressive 4-1 win against Scotland with back-to-back goals in the third quarter. It was the kind of start India were aiming for at the Hockey World League Semi Final, which began here on Thursday.

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Go 'Back to Roots' for a rejuvenated you!

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): To make people realise how food can be our biggest investment for happiness and wellness, a group of Indian chefs will come together at a three-day event next month.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas advises Capstone Polyweave on strategic partnership with Intertape Polymer Group

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas advised Capstone Polyweave Private Limited (Capstone) on Strategic Partnership with Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG).

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Accused of molestation, TVF CEO Arunabh Kumar steps down

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): After facing sexual harassment charges, The Viral Fever (TVF) CEO Arunabh Kumar on Friday stepped down from his position.

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SSB rescues 11 children, arrests three traffickers

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [INDIA], June 16 (ANI): Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) rescued 11 children and arrested three human traffickers on Thursday in two different operations.

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Security beefed up in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 16 (ANI): Security has been beefed up in entire Jammu and Kashmir ahead of annual Amarnath Yatra that is beginning from June 29.

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CIA hacked Wi-Fi routers for years, reveals Wikileaks leaked documents

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:28 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 16 (ANI): Leaked secret documents posted by WikiLeaks on its website revealed that the United States' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has been hacking home, office and public wireless routers for years in an effort to carry out clandestine surveillance.

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Tarun Tejpal case: Media barred from covering proceedings until completion of trial

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:25 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Goa's Mapusa Court on Friday restricted the media from reporting proceedings of rape case accused and former Tehelka magazine editor Tarun Tejpal under Indian Penal Code (IPC) 327(3).

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Kim K shares adorable birthday wish for daughter North

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): With her daughter North West turning four, Kim Kardashian West couldn't help but give her a special birthday shout-out.

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Aviation Minister Raju says security won't be compromised

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:11 IST

Vijaynagram/Ranchi (ANI) [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Minister for Civil Aviation Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Friday condemned the ruckus created by Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J. C. Diwakar Reddy and said the security of the people travelling is of utmost importance which will not be compromised at any cost.

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Vivid Sydney breaks Guinness World Record for maximum number of light installations

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Vivid Sydney, the world's largest festival of light, music and ideas, has once again cemented itself as a record-breaking international event.

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Rajnath, Naidu to meet CPI leaders today over presidential polls

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu will be meeting the Communist Party of India (CPI) leaders later in the day to discuss the upcoming presidential polls.

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39 Indian hostages in Iraq's Mosul alive:MEA

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday that 39 Indians taken hostage in the Iraqi city of Mosul by the fighters aligned to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in 2014 are alive.

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Man jumps in front of metro at IFFCO Chowk

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:51 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 16 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a 24-year-old man jumped in front of a metro train at IFFCO Chowk metro station.

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Delhi HC pulls up PWD over blockage, garbage in Kaushik Nalla

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday pulled up Public Works Department (PWD) over blockage, garbage in Kushak Nalla.

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`Fit-again` Amir to play Champions Trophy final against India

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:50 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir is all set to play in the high-octane Champions Trophy final against arch-rival India after recovering fully from a back spasm.

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Underworld shooter Shabaz Ansari arrested

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Underworld shooter Shabaz Ansari has been arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell.

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Awareness programme on renewable energy in Manipur

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:47 IST

Ukhrul [Manipur] [India] June 16 (ANI): Partnering with the Manipur Renewable Development Agency (MANIREDA), Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) and Tribal Youth Development Foundation (TYDF) organized an awareness programme on 'scope and usage of renewable energy in Manipur' in Manipur's Ukhrul district recently.

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Baloch leader slams Pakistan for killing civilians in Balochistan at UN

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:46 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 16 (ANI): Member of the Baloch Republican Party (BRP) human rights wing Hakeem Wadhela Baloch has criticised Pakistan for continuously violating United Nations resolutions against torture, enforced disappearances in Balochistan, resolutions for protection of civilians during conflicts and other basic human rights at the 35th session of Human Rights Council meeting in Geneva.

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Ranbir Kapoor on nepotism: Of course, it exists

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The debate around Nepotism in Bollywood just refuses to die!

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Chhota Shakeel's shooter to stay in police remand till June 18

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Friday extended the police remand of Chhota Szakeel's shooter Junaid Chowdhary till June 18.

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Top Naxal commander killed in Chhattisgarh

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:32 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 16 (ANI): A top Naxal commander identified as Mahesh has been killed in an encounter with the security forces in Ranidongri village of Chhattisgarh.

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Infosys President Sandeep Dadlani quits for 'out-of-the-world' new assignment

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Infosys president Sandeep Dadlani late on Thursday night announced that he was putting in his papers for what he characterised as an 'out-of-the-world' assignment.

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India rebuffs Pak's claim, says ICJ never ignored its plea in Jadhav's case

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi (ANI) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday rebuffed the claim made by Pakistan as per which the International Court of Justice (ICJ) turned down New Delhi's request to give it six months of time to file its plea in the ongoing Kulbhushan Jadhav case and said India itself asked for four months of time which has been granted by the court.

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Srikanth, Prannoy enter Indonesia Open semis

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:26 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 16 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth produced a rich vein of form as he swept aside Tzu Wei Wang of Chinese Taipei in straight games to book his place in the semi-finals of the Indonesia Super Series Premier here on Friday.

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SproutBox announces launch of India's largest facility in Okhla

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Leading co-working chain SproutBox has announced the launch of India's largest co-working facility - SproutBox Suryavilas in Okhla, Delhi's premier business district.

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Apart from U.S., PM Modi to visit Netherlands and Portugal

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Portugal on June 24 and The Netherlands on June 27 to take bilateral economic, trade and other relations with these two countries forward.

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Death toll rises to 152 in Bangladesh landslides

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:00 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 16 (ANI): The death toll following incessant downpour and landslides in Bangladesh has risen to 152, as another three bodies, including that of an army soldier Md Azizur Rahman, was recovered in Rangamati region, reports the Dhaka Tribune.

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Woman molested in Tikamgarh

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 17:00 IST

Tikamgarh (Madhya Pradesh) June 16, (ANI) : A woman was molested by goons in Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, on Thursday.

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First air freight corridor between India, Afghanistan to get operationalise soon

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): India on Friday announced that the first cargo flight in the Afghanistan-India air corridor will get operationalised over the next couple of days.

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Aamer Sohail clarifies Sarfraz 'did nothing special' remark post backlash

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:40 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): Former opener Aamer Sohail has clarified that his statement with regard to alleged match-fixing by Pakistan was completely misunderstood.

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'Jab Harry Met Sejal' changes marketing grammar, to come with 'Mini trails'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan and Imtiaz Ali, who are all set to introduce their upcoming film 'Jab Harry met Sejal' to the audience, have an unconventional surprise up their sleeves.

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Naidu, Rajnath meet Yechury, hold parleys over presidential polls

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday met CPI (M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury over the presidential elections.

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SRM University, AP - Amaravati announces scholarship for meritorious students

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): SRM University AP - Amaravati is offering scholarships to the most deserving students. Students getting an aggregate of 90 percent and above in PCM subjects in CBSE or an aggregate of 95 percent and above in PCM subjects in any state board would be given a 50 percent tuition waiver. Students above 95 percent aggregate in CBSE in the 12th standard are eligible for the Founder's Scholarship which would include a full tuition and hostel fee waiver.

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Get spoilt for choice with Snapdeal's fashion extravaganza end of season sale

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Ushering in the monsoon season Snapdeal announces its fashion end of season sale starting June 17th.

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Presidential poll: Sreedharan says him being possible NDA candidate is speculation

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 16:04 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 16 (ANI): Former Delhi Metro chief E. Sreedharan on Friday rejected speculations of him being a possible NDA candidate for next month's presidential poll.

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foodpanda launches 'Dash' delivery service for restaurants

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): India's leading online marketplace for food delivery foodpanda has announced the expansion of their delivery service to restaurants across major cities.

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Chinese plant to provide solar energy to seven lakh households in Andhra

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16 (ANI): One of the biggest solar power plants developed by SB Energy with a capacity to provide clean electricity for over 700,000 Indian households, has become operational in Andhra Pradesh within three months of commissioning.

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Soldier dies in Pak firing in Naushera

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:51 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 16 (ANI): An Indian Army soldier was killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Naushera today.

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Shooter linked with Abu Salem arrested in Delhi

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:45 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16 (ANI): Delhi Police has arrested a notorious shooter who allegedly worked for underworld don Abu Salem at one time.

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FBI investigating Chinese scholar's disappearance from Illinois University as 'kidnapping'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:38 IST

Chicago [China], June 16 (ANI): The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating a visiting Chinese scholar's disappearance from a central Illinois university town as a kidnapping case.

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IMD predicts light rains over next few days

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday said two to three spells of rain or thundershowers are likely to occur at a few places in the Delhi-NCR between June 17 and June 20.

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Madras HC directs deemed Pondy universities to admit medical students

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:29 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Madras High Court on Friday directed deemed universities of Pondicherry University to admit medical students under the government quota before June 19.

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Bus accident on Howrah Bridge, two dead, seven injured

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:26 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] June 16, (ANI): A bus overturned on Howrah Bridge in Kolkata while overtaking another bus, resulting in the death of two persons and injuries to seven others.

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HTC launches flagship smartphone HTC U11 priced at Rs. 51,990 in India

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): Nothing feels as close, connected and personal in our lives as our smartphone. HTC Corporation, a leading innovator in mobile and virtual reality technology, unveiled its flagship smartphone, the HTC U11 priced at Rs. 51,990 (MOP) in India today.

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IBBI notifies fast track Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons Regulations

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) on Friday notified the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Fast Track Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) Regulations, 2017.

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Calcutta HC asks GJM to appear on June 23

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:13 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 16 (ANI): The Calcutta High Court on Friday asked the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) representatives to appear on June 23.

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Nepal to buy buses from India

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 15:07 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 16 (ANI): Sajha Yatayat, public transportation bus system in Nepal, has signed an agreement with Indian automobile manufacturer Ashok Leyland to buy 12 deluxe buses and one semi-floor bus.

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Rohingya muslims may be threat to Bangladesh's security: Foreign minister

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:58 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 16 (ANI): Bangladesh Foreign Minister Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali has said that the Rohingya muslims, migrants from the Rakhine state of Myanmar, may be a threat to the national security.

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`Tigress` Katrina preps up to roar for 'Tiger Zinda Hai'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Katrina Kaif, who is busy promoting for 'Jagga Jasoos', is also training hard for her upcoming Salman Khan-starrer film 'Tiger Zinda Hai'.

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Russia may have killed ISIS leader Baghdadi in airstrike

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:48 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 16 (ANI): Russia has said that ISIS leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi might have been killed in an airstrike carried out by its forces on the southern suburb of Syria's Raqqa in late May.

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Oxford University Press launches Assamese Dictionary

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): In order to promote English language, Oxford University Press (OUP) has launched a bilingual, Oxford Compact English-English Assamese Dictionary, featuring 24,000 words, phrases, idioms, phrasal verbs and derivatives.

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Mumbai blasts were carried to avenge Babri demolition: CBI

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:42 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) counsel Deepak Salve on Friday said that 1993 Mumbai blasts were carried out to avenge the demolition of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya on December 6, 1992.

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Ahead of Champions Trophy final, Aamer Sohail indirectly accuses Pak of fixing matches

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:42 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): Just two days ahead of the high-octane Champions Trophy final against arch-rivals India, former Pakistan opener Aamer Sohail has indirectly accused his national side of fixing matches in the ongoing eight-team marquee event.

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Mohit Chauhan endorses Skill India mission

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Supporting the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious skill development goal, singer Mohit Chauhan joins hands with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to motivate young people to come forward and acquire new skills.

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Nawaz Sharif, Imran Khan's net worth decline

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:27 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): The value of assets owned by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan continued to decline for a second consecutive year, dipping below the level they stood at in 2013, according to the statements of assets of the lawmakers, released by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday.

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Extremely thrilled to show 'Mubarakan' trailer: Anees Bazmee

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The trailer of Arjun Kapoor-Anil Kapoor-starrer 'Mubarakan' has got a U/A certificate and will be launched on June 20 as a grand wedding affair.

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UP minister demands CBI probe of Waqf affairs

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 16 (ANI): With the Uttar Pradesh Government giving its nod for the dissolution of Shia and Sunni Waqf Boards in the wake of corruption charges against them, Waqf and Minority Affairs Minister Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary on Friday said there is a need for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe of these institutions.

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Shiv Sena to recommend Swaminathan's name if BJP not ready for Bhagwat

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:03 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Friday said that party chief Uddhav Thackeray is likely to to suggest the name of the chairman of National Commission on Farmers (NCF) M.S. Swaminathan' for the post of president to Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah, if the latter is not ready for Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's nomination.

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ISIS claims capturing Bin Laden's hideout in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:01 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 16 (ANI): The offshoot of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in Afghanistan, ISIS Khurasan, has claimed that it has captured slain al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden's hideout in the remote Tora Bora valley in eastern Nangarhar province.

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Death threats forces Pakistani restaurant owner in U.S. to shut business

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 14:00 IST

Galveston [United States], June 16 (ANI): A Muslim entrepreneur of Pakistan origin in the United States is closing his restaurant in Galveston after months of alleged harassment and death threats.

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President poll: AIADMK to take stand in couple of days

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The AIADMK on Friday said that it would clear its stand on the upcoming Presidential Poll in couple of days.

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Switching coconut oil to olive oil can be as good as statins for your Heart

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): For a healthy heart, you may replace your food choices from meat, full-fat dairy products and coconut oil to healthier fat like olive, safflower oils, as according to a study, it can help in reduction of cholesterol levels and heart disease risk as much as statins.

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Indonesia Open: Shuttlers Srikanth, Prannoy eye semi-final spots

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:44 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 16 (ANI): Indian shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy will look to book their place in the semi-finals of the Indonesia Super Series Premier tournament when they take on their respective opponents in the men's singles event here on Friday.

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Disha Patani feels 'fortunate' to have Tiger's mentor Sajid Nadiadwala

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Disha Patani, who is all set to feature in Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Baaghi 2', says she feels 'fortunate' to have the same mentor as rumoured beau Tiger Shroff.

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Indians can now apply for visitor visa to Australia online

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Australian High Commission has announced that Indian nationals can now apply for a visitor visa online starting July 1, 2017.

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Abu Salem, others convicted in 1993 Mumbai blast case

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court on Friday convicted underworld don Abu Salem and others in connection with the 1993 blasts case.

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Trendybharat expands reach to USA, Canada and others; aims at promoting Indian Handicrafts

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Trendybharat.com is a pioneering example of a digital platform catering to local craftsmen and artisans of the country.

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CBI team at Sisodia's residence for questioning in 'Talk to AK' case

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16 (ANI): A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on Friday afternoon reached Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia's residence to question him in connection with an ongoing case.

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Sunil Chhetri surpasses Wayne Rooney, becomes 4th highest active int'l scorer

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri became the fourth highest active international scorer on Tuesday, when he struck a decisive goal to guide his side to a 1-0 win over Kyrgyz Republic in a fast-pace and entertaining AFC Asian Cup qualifier match.

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DMK walks out of TN assembly, attacks Palanisamy's 'benami' AIADMK Govt.

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:02 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 16(ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Thursday staged a walk out from the Tamil Nadu Assembly for the third consecutive day after discussions on the alleged sting operation of AIADMK MLAs accepting bribes, was not allowed to take place.

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Balochistan Govt. allocates unspecified funds for completing CPEC projects

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:00 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): The Balochistan Government plans to spend over a quarter of its Rs.325.238 billion budget for year 2017-18 on the development of social and economic infrastructure linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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BJP needs to suggest names for consensus: Congress

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16 (ANI): After meeting two senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and M. Venkaiah Naidu to discuss next month's presidential election, the Congress on Friday said that no names were brought up by the saffron party, and added that until the latter announces the names, there is no question of reaching or arriving at a consensus.

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Arms licenses of 'loan defaulter' Chhatarpur farmers will be cancelled

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:53 IST

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 16 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur District Collector has issued an order to cancel the arms licenses of those farmers who don't repay their loans by June 20.

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Chef was given USD 30,000 to carry out bombing that killed UAE Ambassador in Afghanistan, finds probe

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:49 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 16 (ANI): Afghan intelligence has unveiled the probe findings report of the Kandahar province attack that claimed the UAE Ambassador Juma Mohammed Abdullah al-Kaabi, along with four other the diplomats of the country and several other senior Afghan officials.

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International Yoga Day 2017: Malaika Arora to engage with fitness enthusiasts

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16, (ANI): On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast Malaika Arora, who has recently joined Reebok's Fashionably Fit Family, will encourage people to celebrate the day on June 21.

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`Injured` Starc ruled out of B'desh Tests, O'Keefe dropped

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:34 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 16 (ANI): Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has been ruled out of the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh due to an injury.

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1993 blast: TADA court likely to pronounce verdict against Abu Salem

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:34 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court will soon pronounce the verdict against underworld don Abu Salem and others in connection with the 1993 blasts case.

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78-year-old receives world's smallest leadless pacemaker

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 12:11 IST

Mumbai [India], June 16 (ANI): World's smallest pacemaker, which is as big as the size of a vitamin pill with advanced pacing technology, has been successfully implanted in the heart of a 78-year-old at a hospital in Mumbai.

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Darjeeling: Health care centre, hydel project set ablaze by miscreants

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:56 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 16 (ANI): Amid escalating tension in Darjeeling, a health care centre in Lodhama and a hydel project in Rimbik were set ablaze by some miscreants last night.

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Infosys appoints Karmesh Vaswani as Global Head of Retail & Nitesh Banga as Global Head of Manufacturing

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Global leader in consulting, technology, outsourcing and next-generation services Infosys on Friday announced the appointment of Karmesh Vaswani as the Global Head - Retail, CPG and Logistics (RCL) and Nitesh Banga as the Global Head of Manufacturing, effective July 15, 2017.

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Pak SC defers announcement of ruling on JIT video recordings till Monday

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court on Thursday deferred the announcement of its ruling on video recording of interrogation of witnesses by the Panamagate joint investigation team (JIT).

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World Sindhi Congress stage anti-Pakistan protest outside UN in Geneva

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 16 (ANI): Members of the World Sindhi Congress (WSC) held anti-Pakistan protests in front of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva against Islamabad's use of brute force against the Sindhi community.

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Raju denies helping Reddy to get boarding pass

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Friday refuted reports that he helped Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP Diwakar Reddy from getting a boarding pass, who reportedly had an altercation with a IndiGo staffer at the Vishakhapatnam Airport over the same.

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From Tendulkar to Sehwag: Wishes pour in for India ahead of Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The cricket fraternity has come out in unison to praise the Virat Kohli-led Indian team after their resounding nine-wicket win over Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy to set up another mouth-watering, high-octane clash with Pakistan in the finals on Sunday.

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'Inside Edge' trailer invite is all about love, passion and courage

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:47 IST

New Delhi [India] June 16 (ANI) : The trailer of India's very first web series is all set to release today.

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Children who follow their dreams can build happier tomorrow

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Attention parents! Inspire your children to follow their dreams, as a survey has recently found that the children, who follow their interests can build a happier tomorrow for themselves.

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Rajnath, Naidu meet Sonia to discuss Presidential candidate

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday reached Congress president Sonia Gandhi's house to discuss matters related to next month's presidential election.

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Now, get healthcare on wheels

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): To provide critical on-site medical services to marginalised communities in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), PwC India Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PwC India along with its partner Bal Umang Drishya Sansthan (BUDS), launched its mobile healthcare van project recently.

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J-K: Joint search operation on for suspected three terrorists

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:12 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 16 (ANI): A joint cordon and search operation is being conducted by security forces after three suspected terrorists were trapped in a building.

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Mamata unlawfully ordered attack on my house, office: GJM chief

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:05 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 16 (ANI): Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) leader Bimal Gurung on Friday accused the West Bengal Police and the government of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of unlawfully attacking his house and the party office.

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Madhya Pradesh farmer commits suicide in Shivpuri

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 11:05 IST

Shivpuri (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 16, (ANI) : An indebted farmer unable to pay off a loan of Rs.40,000, has committed suicide in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh.

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Mettl partners Talent Lab Mexico to power training assessment engine

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:52 IST

Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], June 16 (ANI-Businesswire India): Mettl, India's leading online assessment company has partnered with Talent Lab LatAm to power their assessment engine, and expand its reach into the Mexican market through Talent Lab.

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U.S. Justice Dept. issues warning against believing anonymous sources

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:52 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): The U.S. Justice Department has warned Americans against believing anonymous sources.

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Chikungunya finds promising results with Homeopathy treatment

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): This rainy season, if anybody gets bitten by the mosquito-borne viral disease, chikungunya, then doctors have suggested that Homeopathy treatment may offer a promising relief.

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Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2017 to feature four new faces

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Other than the who's who of Bollywood, Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2017 will see four new faces on the runway, courtesy, the recent model hunt.

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New 'Phystrology Therapy' may cure high blood pressure

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): Good news! Here's a promising treatment to cure the chronic condition of high blood pressure, which accounts approximately eight million death of Indians every year.

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Tips to remember while taking intercity cab

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Saint Augustine once said, "The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page."

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Nobel winner K.Satyarthi extends support for common Earth Anthem

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi has extended support to efforts of poet-diplomat Abhay K to get a common anthem for our planet.

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Search operation on for suspected terrorists in Kulgam district

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:18 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 16 (ANI): A cordon and search operation was started at Arwani village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Friday after security forces received intelligence inputs about the presence of suspected terrorists in the area.

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Bihar: CM's injured policemen shifted to Darbhanga hospital, all in stable condition

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 10:01 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 16 (ANI): After Bihar Chief Minsiter Nitish Kumar's convoy yesterday met with an accident in Supaul, the six injured policemen on Friday were referred to Darbhanga's Paras hospital. All are in stable condition.

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Now, six airlines bar TDP MP Reddy from flying

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Spicejet, GoAir, Jet Airways and Vistara airlines on Friday joined Indigo and Air India to put Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP Diwakar Reddy under no fly list for his unruly behaviour with a staffer at the Vishakhapatnam airport.

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U.S. to send 4,000 additional troops to Afghanistan: Report

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): The Pentagon plans to send almost 4,000 additional United States troops to Afghanistan, according to reports.

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Mumbai: Two killed after dumper rammed into motorcycle

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): At least two people were killed after a dumper rammed into a motorcycle last night near Mumbai's Sion highway.

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365 days non-stop wheelchair dance shows by dfferently-abled, says Mahiraa Jaan Pasha of "Miracle On Wheels"

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:29 IST

Bangalore [India], June 16 (ANI-Businesswire India): For the first time in History - anywhere in the world Mahiraa Jaan Pasha launches 365 days non-stop wheelchair dance "Miracle On Wheels" show. Director of Miracle On Wheels Mahiraa says that there is a growing demand of people who are visiting the country to witness these shows. It is a tourist attraction as it's a unique concept never seen before. It is a great opportunity for the differently abled people who perform for people of our Nation and guest visiting our country.

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Now, own your curves with style

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Still yearning for that gorgeous evening gown, which you spotted on the runway or on the cover of Vogue, but you're apprehensive that it won't come in your size?

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Global diet, farming methods 'must change for environment's sake'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): Reducing meat consumption and using more efficient farming methods globally are essential to stave off irreversible damage to the environment, finds a study.

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J-K: Youth killed in firing at stone pelting mob

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 16 (ANI): A 22-year-old youth was killed when the security forces fired at a stone-pelting mob in Bandipora districts's Rangreth area in Jammu and Kashmir.

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MPs should stay in their limits: former DGCA

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:12 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 16 (ANI): After IndiGo and Air India barred Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy from boarding their flights for creating ruckus at the Visakhapatnam airport, former Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Kanu Gohain said that such incidents are violation of security regulation and Member of Parliament (MPs) should stay in their limits.

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Turkey summons U.S. ambassador over arrest warrants for President's bodyguards

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 09:03 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 16 (ANI): Turkey on Thursday summoned U.S. Ambassador in Ankara, John Bass, to the Foreign Office on after American authorities issued arrest warrants for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's bodyguards.

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Sridevi is world's best actress for me: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 08:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is gearing up for his forthcoming film 'Mom' says, Sridevi is world's best actress for him.

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London: Police launch criminal probe into Grenfell Tower fire

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 08:48 IST

London [UK], June 16 (ANI): The Police have launched a criminal inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire incident that has killed 17 people so far and injured 30 others, 15 of whom are critical.

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Prices of petrol, diesel to be revised daily from today

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 08:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): From today onwards, the retail prices of petrol and diesel will be revised daily. The prices of petrol and diesel have already been slashed by Rs 1.12 and Rs 1.24 respectively, which affects from 6 a.m.

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Consuming alcohol, substance abuse may worse PTSD symptoms in veterans

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 08:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): Aggressive behaviour, consuming alcohol or drugs may numb or control the distress, but a study has found that veterans, engaged in risky behaviour, could worsen the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms.

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U.S. Senate passes Russia sanctions bill

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 08:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 16 (ANI): The U.S. Senate on Thursday passed a bill slapping Russia with new sanctions that also gives Congress the power to review any White House attempts to roll them back.

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Serbia welcomes its first female, gay Prime Minister

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 07:26 IST

London [UK], June 16 (ANI): In a historic move opposing the widespread homophobia prevalent in the Balkans, a gay woman was appointed as the new Prime Minister of Serbia.

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Baahubali 2- the Conclusion completes record 50-day run in theatres

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 07:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16, (ANI): Setting a new record, S.S. Rajamouli-directorial Baahubali 2- the Conclusion has completed 50-days in theatres.

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CNN files lawsuit seeking access to Trump-Comey conversations

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 07:20 IST

New York [USA], June 16 (ANI): Leading American broadcaster CNN on Thursday filed a lawsuit in the federal court, urging the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to grant access to the former director James Comey's archived conversations with President Donald Trump.

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Stop 'dreaming': JD (U) to Yogi on BJP Govt. in Bihar

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 07:20 IST

Patna/Bengaluru [India], June 16, (ANI): A day after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath claimed that he would oust the ruling grand alliance led by Nitish Kumar from Bihar by 2020, the Janata Dal (United) said that the former should stop dreaming and focus on the worsening situation in his state.

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'Serial offender' Diwakar Reddy should be blacklisted from Parliament: Congress

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 06:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16, (ANI): A day after IndiGo and Air India barred Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy for creating ruckus at the Visakhapatnam airport, the Congress Party on Friday said he should be blacklisted by the Parliament as well given his streak of violations.

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Trump attacks Hillary again over 'bleaching' emails

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 06:55 IST

London [UK], June. 16 (ANI): Continuing his Twitter war against former election opponent Hillary Clinton, President Donald Trump condemned her for previously destroying her phones and "bleaching" her emails.

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Karachi shocker: Man arrested for driving pet lion through streets!

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 06:34 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 16 (ANI): Having pets can be a source of refreshment, as many studies have revealed. That is probably what went through this man, who was seen flaunting his pet lion in Karachi's Karimabad area.

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Champions Trophy: BJP brands Mirwaiz Farooq a 'traitor' for supporting Pakistan

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 06:34 IST

Bangalore/New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Soon after Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq tweeted a congratulatory message to Pakistan over their Champions Trophy victory against England, the Bharatiya Janata Party launched a scathing attack on him, branding him as a 'traitor'.

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KISS legend Gene Simmons eyes trademark on iconic 'rock on' gesture

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 06:12 IST

New York [US], June.16 (ANI): KISS frontman Gene Simmons has filed an application to trademark the iconic 'rock on' hand gesture, claiming that he used it first.

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Champions Trophy: Ahead of final clash, Kohli praises Pakistan's 'magnificent turnabout'

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:57 IST

Birmingham [UK], June. 16 (ANI): After trouncing Bangladesh with a resounding nine-wicket win to enter the finals of the Champions Trophy, Indian skipper Virat Kohli appeared visibly satisfied saying his team was playing 'smart' cricket, however, he also praised Pakistan for their 'magnificent turnabout' in the series and assured that India won't take things for granted in the final clash.

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Srinagar: Cop killed in terror attack

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:31 IST

Srinagar [India], June 16, (ANI): A policeman succumbed to his injuries after terrorists attacked a police patrol party in Srinagar's Hyderpora yesterday.

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'Two-leaves' war: Opposition attacks Deepa Jayakumar for approaching EC

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:29 IST

Bangalore/Chennai [India], June 16 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar approached the Election Commission on Thursday, staking claim in the party's 'two-leaves' symbol on grounds of being its 'original curator'.

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Rajnath, Naidu to meet Sonia today over presidential polls

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and M. Venkaiah Naidu will meet Congress president Sonia Gandhi and CPI (M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury at 11am here today, to discuss matters related to next month's presidential election.

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Showers of blessing: Rainstorm in wee hours brings respite to Delhiites

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16, (ANI): Giving a respite from the soaring temperature, monsoon rains lashed several parts of Delhi - National Capital Region (NCR) in the wee hours of Friday.

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Pachauri defamation: Delhi HC to continue hearing petitioner's plea today

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday will continue hearing the plea filed by women's right lawyer Vrinda Grover seeking deference of trial and quashing of two orders of a trial court, which include directions to file a list of witnesses and evidences within one week in the civil defamation case filed by former Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) chief R.K. Pachauri.

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Sexual assault row: Tarun Tejpal to appear before fast track court today

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:24 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 16 (ANI): Former Tehelka magazine editor Tarun Tejpal is slated to appear before the fast track court here on Friday in lieu of the sexual harassment charges slapped against him.

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Vadodara: Farmers to protest demanding implementation of Swaminathan Committee report

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 05:24 IST

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], June 16 (ANI): After Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, now farmers in Vadodara will stage a protest on Friday demanding the implementation of the Dr. Swaminathan Committee report.

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Russia probe: Vice President Mike Pence hires outside counsel

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 04:40 IST

New York [US], June. 16 (ANI): To represent him in the ongoing Russian investigation, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has hired his own lawyer.

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Kabul mosque attack: Seven killed, ISIS claims responsibility

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 04:26 IST

London [UK], June. 16 (ANI): At least seven people have been killed and around 15 have been injured in an explosion that was set off outside a mosque in the Afghan city of Heart.

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U.S. to announce travel ban for North Korea?

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 04:08 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 16 (ANI): In the wake of an American student succumbing to a coma while detained by North Korean authorities, the United States is mulling a possible legal prohibition on Americans traveling to North Korea.

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Facebook dabbling with 'Artificial Intelligence' to remove terrorist content

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 03:35 IST

New York [US], June. 16 (ANI): A team of more than 150 people at Facebook, including a mix of academics, analysts and former law enforcement agents, are devoting their energies solely on fighting terrorism on the social network.

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Ex-North Korea detainee Otto Warmbier has 'severe brain injury': US doctors

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 03:22 IST

New York [US], June. 16 (ANI): Doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center have asserted that American student Otto Warmbier, who was released recently by North Korea, has extensive brain damage and shows no current signs of botulism, as claimed by Pyongyang.

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Refugee who fled Syria violence killed in London fire

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 03:21 IST

New York [US], June. 16 (ANI): In a heartbreaking revelation, it has been learnt that a Syrian refugee who escaped civil war and landed in the United Kingdom for a better life, was one of the victims of the deadly Grenfell Tower fire in west London.

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ICJ turned down India's plea in Jadhav case, claims Pakistan

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 02:26 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June. 16 (ANI): Islamabad has claimed that India's request to give it six months to file its plea in the ongoing Kulbhushan Jadhav case, has been turned down by the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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Pak left embarrassed as Russia rules out 'mediating' between India, Pakistan

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 02:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 16 (ANI): With Pakistan welcoming Russia's intervention in solving the impasse between New Delhi and Islamabad, Moscow has made it clear that it will not intervene or attempt to mediate between the hostile neighbours.

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Scalise's condition after shooting 'more difficult' than thought: Trump

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 01:51 IST

London [UK], June. 16 (ANI): After visiting Steve Scalise, the majority whip who was shot when a gunman opened fire during a congressional Republican baseball practice in Virginia, President Donald Trump admitted that the congressman was in a "more difficult" condition than was initially realized.

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PM Modi condoles demise of former CJI P.N. Bhagwati

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 01:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his grief over the death of Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) P.N. Bhagwati, who passed away here on Thursday, following a brief illness.

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Telangana: Centre accords clearance for Kaleshwaram project

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 01:48 IST

Telangana [India], June 16, (ANI): The Central government, Ministry of Environment has accorded clearances for making use of 7920 acres of forest land as a part of Kaleshwaram project in Telangana

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Exempt beedi, granite industry from GST: Telangana CM to Centre

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 01:46 IST

Telangana [India], June 16, (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley requesting to exempt the works that are covered under beedi industry, granite industry, irrigation and drinking water works from Goods and Service Tax (GST).

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Micro-delivery startup MrNeeds raises USD 500K in pre-Series A funding

Updated: Jun 16, 2017 00:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Noida-based online micro-delivery startup MrNeeds raised close to USD 500K in pre-Series A funding from a consortium of investors, including Umesh Arora, an IT professional with interests in several ventures.

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Chhattisgarh: Special team of armed forces foils Naxal's activity

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 23:57 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Exchange of fire took place between Naxals and a team of the Special Task Force (STF), the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Indo-Tibbetan Border Police (ITBP) 46th battalion in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Wednesday morning.

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Fujifilm launches Instax mini 9 cameras with selfie mirror

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 23:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Fujifilm India Pvt Ltd., on Thursday announced the launch of its new iconic Instax mini 9 instant camera, built in with a selfie mirror and close-up lens.

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Blast at Shia mosque in Kabul's Dasht-e-Barchi area

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 23:33 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 15 (ANI): A powerful explosion took place inside a Shia mosque in west Kabul's Dasht-e-Barchi area in Afghanistan on Thursday.

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India slams Pakistan for raking up J-K at UNHRC

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 23:33 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 15 (ANI): India has slammed Pakistan for raking up Jammu and Kashmir at United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva for propagandist purposes while Islamabad conveniently forgets its own obligation under these resolutions to first vacate the illegal occupation of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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After IndiGo, Air India too bars TDP MP to travel in its flights

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Both IndiGo and Air India on Thursday barred Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy to travel in their flights, who had created ruckus earlier in the day at Vizag Airport.

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It's INDIA vs PAKISTAN in Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 22:34 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 15 (ANI): India continued their love affair with the ICC Champions Trophy as they registered a resounding nine-wicket win over Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the 50-over marquee event to set up another mouth watering, high-octane summit clash against arch rivals Pakistan.

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Russia fears as U.S. moves rocket launchers in Syria

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 22:34 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 15 (ANI): Russia said that the U.S. military has moved its High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) from Jordan into southern Syria for the first time, positioning it near the U.S.-Coalition training base at At Tanf and the hardware could be used against Bashar Assad forces.

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Ramandeep Singh scores twice in Indian Men's Hockey team's 4-1 win against Scotland

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 22:34 IST

London [UK], June 15 (ANI): India held their nerve to comeback from a 0-1 deficit to beat a determined Scotland 4-1 in their opening match here at the Hero Hockey World League Semi Final on Thursday.

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Rajnath for generating new ideas to reorganise MHA

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 22:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday stated that there is a need to start a larger discussion and generate new ideas for reorganising the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in a manner that it can meet the rapidly changing security environment and emerging threats such as cyber crime.

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Putin mocks Comey, says he is welcome to seek asylum in Russia

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:58 IST

London [U.K], June 15 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a satire remark on fired FBI director saying he is following the footsteps of NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden and therefore James Comey is welcome to seek asylum in Russia.

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Artwork made with pearls presented to PM Modi

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday presented with a unique artwork made of pearls.

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Two policemen injured as terrorists fire on police patrol party in Srinagar

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:58 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 15 (ANI): The terrorists on Thursday fired on a police patrol party at Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar.

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Aviation ministry seeks postponement of GST implementation till Sept 1

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Civil Aviation Ministry on Thursday wrote a letter to the Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to sought postponement of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) implementation till September 1.

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AAP denies PWD charges of 'unauthorised occupation'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday rebuffed the charges claimed by the Public Works Department (PWD) against it for "unauthorised occupation" of a bungalow in Rouse Avenue in the national capital and said that the Delhi Government had allotted it the accommodation.

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Sindhu, Saina bow out; Srikanth, Prannoy advance in Indonesia Open

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:35 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 15 (ANI): Rio Olympic silver-medallist PV Sindhu suffered a major blow as she crashed out of the ongoing Indonesia Super Series Premier tournament after suffering a heart-wrenching straight-games defeat at the hands of Beiwen Zhang of America here on Thursday.

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EU slams Pakistan's poor rights record, stand on Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:33 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 15 (ANI): The European Parliament has criticised Pakistan's human rights record, and squarely reminded Islamabad that it has grossly erred in handing down capital punishment for those allegedly violating the nation's blasphemy law, in the excessive of military courts and in denying India consular access to former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav on multiple occasions.

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TDP MP rebuffs ruckus charges, says he did not misbehave

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy on Thursday rebuffed the charges of him creating ruckus at the Visakhapatnam airport and said he did not misbehave with any official of Indigo.

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Ruckus created by TDS MP dangerous for Indian democratic values: Congress

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Congress Party on Thursday said the ruckus created by TDS MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy at the Visakhapatnam airport indicates that the democratic value of the country is in danger.

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Hope to perform well in West Indies: Rishabh Pant on India call-up

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 21:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, who has been called up in the ODI as well as T20 squad for the upcoming West Indies tour, on Thursday revealed that he was not at all demoralised when he was put in standby for the ongoing Champions Trophy, rather he was quite confident of getting a chance to represent his country anytime soon.

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Is Laxman aka Salman searching for his brother at Times Square?

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Bollywood movie 'Tubelight' is garnering headlines these days.

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Wind, Solar Power could overpower political winds: Deloitte study

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:48 IST

NEW YORK [United States), June 15, (ANI): The demand for clean energy has passed the point of no return in the United States. It is not only political anymore. It is an economic issue. Demand for renewable energy by consumers and businesses - along with a long-term commitment to cleaner portfolios from utilities - seems to be fundamentally shifting energy attitudes and decisions, independent of federal stances, says Marlene Motyka, U.S. and global renewable energy leader and principal, Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP in the Deloitte's annual "Resources 2017 Study - Energy Management: Sustainability & Progress."

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It's like a dream working in film like 'Baahubali': Nawazuddin

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): It's been a while since the storm called 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' hit the silver screens. And while it continues to reign at the BO, Bollywood's most versatile actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui believes working in films like 'Baahubali' is a dream.

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`Hard work paid off`, says Heena Sidhu after clinching gold at ISSF WC

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:47 IST

Mumbai [India], June 15 (ANI): Indian shooter Heena Sidhu, who recently clinched her second World Cup mixed doubles' gold medal with fellow shooter Jitu Rai in Gabala, on Thursday said that the pair would bank on the experience they have gained from these two victories and try to put up a much better performance in the major events next year.

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Check out what's there in Dheeraj Jindal's 'The School Bag'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films has again come up with one of its presentations 'The School Bag,' directed by Dheeraj Jindal.

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Russia made no offer of mediation between India, Pakistan: MEA

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): India on Thursday said that no offer of mediation between India and Pakistan was made by Russia to New Delhi.

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J-K: Pakistan violates ceasefire again

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:08 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] June 15 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday violated ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera Sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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CBI rebuffs reports of delay in providing Mallya's extradition evidence to UK

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday rubbished the reports of delay caused by the investigating agency in the providing documents in connection with absconding businessman Vijay Mallya's extradition case to the United Kingdom authorities.

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Venkaiah Naidu meets Sharad Pawar, Chandrababu Naidu over Presidential election

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 20:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday met Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N. Chandrababu Naidu and discussed the issue of Presidential election.

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Arms recovered from Naxal hideout in Chhattisgarh

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:57 IST

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 15 (ANI): The security forces on Thursday recovered arms from a Naxal hideout here.

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Indian, Japanese and U.S. maritime forces to participate in Malabar 2017

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Naval ships, aircraft and personnel from India, Japan and the United States will participate in exercise Malabar 2017, in mid-summer 2017.

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Donald Trump calls report he's being investigated for obstruction of justice a 'Witch Hunt'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:55 IST

New York [U.S.], June 15 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has denounced media reports that special counsel Robert Mueller is investigating him for obstruction of justice as a part of a wider probe into Russia's influence in 2016 elections, saying Americans are watching "the single greatest WITCH HUNT in American political history."

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Petrol price slashed by Rs 1.12/lt, diesel by Rs. 1.24/lt

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The prices of petrol and diesel have been slashed by Rs 1.12 per litre and Rs. 1.24 per litre respectively which will be effective from June 16.

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Can't think of all-time India XI without considering Yuvraj: Dravid

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Former India skipper Rahul Dravid has congratulated Yuvraj Singh on achieving the special milestone of 300 ODIs for the Men in Blue, saying the flamboyant batsman, who has had a phenomenal record over the last 17 years, would "make most people's all time one-day XI".

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Disabled soldiers to get pension who retired prematurely before 2006

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): In a major bonanza, the Defence Ministry on Thursday ordered to pay disability pension to all the disabled soldiers of all the three services, who took pre-mature retirement before 2006.

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CPI (M) calls for normalcy in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Thursday called for restoring normalcy in West Bengal's Darjeeling by negotiating with the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM).

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Blackberrys AW17-SS18: It's all about casual elegance

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:30 IST

Bambolim [Goa], Jun 15 (ANI): Blackberrys has been seen as a formal menswear brand, but now, it is venturing into the casual space.

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Warburg Pincus to invest USD 360 mn to acquire minority stake in Tata Technologies

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): An affiliate of Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm has committed to invest around USD 360 million for approximately 43 percent equity stake in Tata Technologies Ltc., a global leader in engineering outsourcing and product development IT services.

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Pak welcomes Putin's mediation offer to ease tensions with India

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Pakistan has welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin's reported offer to ease the ongoing tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi. Although, Russia has not confirmed about it.

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CRPF launches 'MADADGAAR' helpline for Kashmiris

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Thursday inaugurated a toll free helpline called 'MADADGAAR' for the Kashmiris, whereby it shall be able to serve the citizens of the Valley located all over the country.

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Champions Trophy: India need 265 runs to reach finals

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 19:00 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 15 (ANI): Tamim Iqbal and Mushfiqur Rahman struck half-centuries each as Bangladesh set a 265-run target for India in the second semi-finals of the ongoing Champions Trophy at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here on Thursday.

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Samsung ties-up with Telangana Academy to launch Digital Academy in Hyderabad

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:58 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 15 (ANI): Korean manufacturer Samsung has inaugurated Samsung Digital Academy in partnership with Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK), strengthening its commitment towards the Government's Skill India mission and also bolstering Digital India initiative.

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Working hard to make Amarnath yatra safe and convenient: J-K Governor

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:54 IST

Pahalgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 15 (ANI): Ahead of the Amarnath yatra, Jammu and Kashmir Governor N. N. Vohra on Thursday said that the government is working hard to make the Amarnath yatra safe and convenient for the tourists.

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui encourages people to be 'Shiksha Superheroes'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Bollywood's most versatile actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui joined hands with P&G Shiksha to make a difference to lives of underprivileged children.

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Karnataka LC Chairman wins no-confidence motion

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:53 IST

Bengaluru(Karnataka) [India], June 15 (ANI): The no-confidence motion against Legislative Council Chairman DH Shankaramurthy failed on Thursday as the ruling Congress lost it by one vote.

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Lok Sabha Speaker Mahajan assures development of northeast

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:40 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 15 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Thursday assured speedy economic development of the northeast region.

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Amit Shah's three-day Maharashtra visit starts tomorrow

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah will be on a three-day visit to Maharashtra as a part of his 110-day detailed tour programme to all states.

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Dinakaran meets aunt Sasikala in Bengaluru prison

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:37 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka), June 15 (ANI): AIADMK leader T.T.V. Dinakaran, who is out on bail in a case of alleged bribery, on Thursday met his jailed aunt and party chief V. K. Sasikala here.

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Alliance between JDU, RJD is a big mismatch: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:35 IST

Darbhanga (Bihar) [India], June 15 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday took a dig at the JD (U)-RJD alliance Government in Bihar and said that soon his government will oust the 'bizarre' combination dispensation.

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KIKO Milano launches collection full of vibrant neon colours

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): KIKO Milano, the Italian cosmetic brand launches Active Fluo - third of the seven capsule collections.

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China kindergarten blast: Six killed, Several injured

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:26 IST

Beijing [China], June 15 (ANI) :Seven people were killed and 66 people were injured in a deadly blast that occured at teh entrance to a kindergarten in east China on Thursday, according to Chinese state media.

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PM Modi calls on athletes to make yoga part of their daily routine

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:24 IST

Kozikode (Kerala) [India], June 15 (ANI): Ahead of the celebration of this year's International Yoga day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called on the Indian sports persons and athletes to make yoga a regular part of their routine and training.

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Himachal: 24 injured as bus overturns in Shimla

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:23 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India] June 15 (ANI): As many as 24 including students were injured on Thursday after the bus they were travelling in overturned in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla.

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Know how you can get cheaper airfare on every tour!

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): If you are a frequent traveler then you will ofcourse know, how minimizing the air ticket cost can help significantly reduce your travel budget.

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TASGPEE appeals for revision of GST rates for fitness equipments

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): India's leading trade association of sports and fitness industry The Traders Association of Sporting Goods and Physical Exercise Equipment (TASGPEE) on Thursday appealed to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council to keep the rates of sports goods and physical exercise equipment under the same tax regime of 12 percent.

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Oppn mocks MHA's 'border' gaffe, dubs it 'ridiculous error'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Criticising the Home Ministry over an incorrect image published in its annual report, the Janata Dal (United) on Thursday said when the government becomes obsessed with only 'publicity and promotion', 'projection and advertising' then it is sure to make such 'ridiculous error'.

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Promoters' bail plea rejected in cheating consortium of banks case

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Thursday rejected the bail plea of promoters Sanjay Jain and Rajeev Jain in cheating consortium of banks case.

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J-K: Policeman killed in firing in Kulgam

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:08 IST

Bogund (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 15 (ANI): A group of terrorists on Thursday open fired at a policeman in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district.

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Saina Nehwal crashes out of Indonesia Open

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:07 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 15 (ANI): In what may come as a major blow to the Indian fans, ace shuttler Saina Nehwal crashed out of the Indonesia Super Series Premier after going down against Thailand's Nitchaon Jindapol here on Thursday.

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Centre appointed 17 judges in SC in three years, says Prasad

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday said that in the three years tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, 17 judges in the Supreme Court and 232 judges in the High Court have been appointed.

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Turkish FM in Qatar to resolve Gulf diplomatic rift

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 18:06 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 15 (ANI): Taking initiative to resolve the Gulf crisis Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has landed in Doha in a first leg to his Gulf tour to mend Qatar's ties with Arab states and said the crisis should be resolved "through peace and dialogue".

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AIIMS topper Nishita Purohit aspires to become cardiac surgeon

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:53 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 15 (ANI): Nishita Purohit, a teenage girl from Gujarat's Surat District who recently took the social media by storm with her astonishing performance in the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) examination, aspires to become a cardiac surgeon.

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PM Modi hails PT Usha, calls her 'shining line of Indian sports'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:52 IST

Kozikode (Kerala) [India], June 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday heaped praise on former sprint queen P.T. Usha, saying she has been a shining line of sports in India.

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Make your way to Bhutan for 8th Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): All roads lead to Bhutan this August as the 8th edition of the Mountain Echoes Literary Festival, an initiative of India-Bhutan Foundation, in association with India's leading literary consultancy, Siyahi, is announced.

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J-K: Pakistan violates ceasefire again, Indian Army retaliates

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:45 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), June 15 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Thursday initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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PM Modi, 74 Ministers to perform Yoga on June 21

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government has made grand plans for the forthcoming International Yoga Day.

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These Hyderabad women are making India proud on international level

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:39 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 15(ANI): Telangana weightlifters Budumuru Rajeswari and Boddepalli Rajya Laxmi clinched gold medals in the 14th International Women Weightlifting Grand Prix event in Nagold, Germany.

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Kolkata Police questions Narada CEO Mathew Samuel

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:30 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Kolkata Police on Thursday questioned Narada News CEO Mathew Samuel in connection with a case of an alleged extortion call to a former Bihar MP.

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Varsity in TN to offer free education to transgenders

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:29 IST

Tamil Nadu [India], June 15 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu Government has announced free education for the transgender community in all the colleges of state's Manonmaniam Sundaranar University.

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DocsApp bags ISO certifications; to offer better diagnostic services virtually

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): DocsApp, a mobile app that connects patients to specialist doctors via chat or call in less than 30 mins, has received three International Organization Standardization (ISO) certifications from one of the most renowned global accreditation bodies, Euro American Joint Accreditation. The certifications garnered are, ISO 9001:2015 for quality management system, ISO 27001:2013 for information security management system and ISO 10002:2014 for quality management, customer satisfaction and complaints handling.

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Blast rocks kindergarten in China's Jiangsu province

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:24 IST

Beijing [China], June 15 (ANI) :An explosion struck the entrance of a kindergarten school in the county of Fengxian, East China's Jiangsu Province on Thursday afternoon.

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TDP leader creates ruckus at Visakhapatnam airport

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:24 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP J.C. Diwakar Reddy on Thursday created a ruckus at the Visakhapatnam airport when the authorities did not issue a boarding pass to him.

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U.S. warships in Doha to conduct joint military drills

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:24 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 15 (ANI):Two combat U.S. Navy vessels arrived in Doha to conduct joint military drills with the Qatari Emiri Navy just days after US President Donald Trump accused Qatar of funding terrorism at a very high level.

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Delhi HC issues notice to ED on Yogesh Mittal's bail plea

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on the bail plea of arrested businessman Yogesh Mittal, a close associate of advocate R. Tandon, in connection with a money laundering case.

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My family has presented themselves for accountability: Sharif post JIT appearance

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday said that his family has presented themselves for accountability before the Supreme Court appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing the Panama case.

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Patanjali denies Ramdev's summon report over 'beheading remark'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): Patanjali Ayurveda on Thursday denied reports of Baba Ramdev being summoned before a Rohtak court over the alleged 'beheading' remarks made by him last year.

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Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav roped in for Windies tour

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:08 IST

Mumbai [India], June 15 (ANI): Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik and Kuldeep Yadav have been picked in the 15-man Indian squad for the upcoming tour to West Indies, which comprises five ODIs and a T20 international.

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SAP India ties-up with ITC, L&T Public Charitable Trust to launch 'code unnati'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Strengthening the Government of India's Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyaan (PMGDSA) to enable employability through digital literacy, SAP SE launches 'code unnati', a multi-year, collaborative digital literacy and software skills development initiative along with ITC and Larsen and Toubro Public Charitable Trust.

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Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull mocks Trump

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:07 IST

London [U.K.], June 15 (ANI) :Donald Trump is known to be the butt of jokes for many impersonators, and recently, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull was seen impersonating the US President's unique oratorical style.

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Delhi: Four armed robbers decamp with gold ornaments

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Four armed robbers looted a jewellery shop on Thursday in Delhi's Malviya Nagar area.

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Angel Hub concludes third edition of Angel Summit in Mumbai at ISDI

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Sita Pallacholla, Founder and CEO, The Angel Hub, had organised the third edition of The Angel Summit in Mumbai at ISDI. The Angel Summit was previously held in Hyderabad and Delhi. It was a daylong event on women in business, which hosted 30 of India's most influential leaders as speakers and 400 delegates.

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Chhattisgarh: 14 Naxals arrested in connection with Burkapal attack

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:00 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 15 (ANI): As many as 14 Naxals involved in the Burkapal attack were arrested on Thursday from Chhattisgarh's Chintagufa and Chintalnar areas by the security forces.

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Allahabad HC questioned LDA for not taking action against Gayatri Prajapati on illegal construction

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 17:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Thursday pulled up the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) for not taking action against illegal construction raised by Mining Minister Gayatri Prasad Prajapati.

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Separatists like Mirwaiz are expected to make such remarks: Ahir

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): Minister of State for Home Affairs Hansraj Ahir on Thursday said that separatists who are funded by Pakistan are expected to make remarks like Kashmiri separatist Mirwaiz Umar Farooq made.

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No case registered in Mandsaur violence shows BJP's insensitiveness: Congress

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Congress Party on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is insensitive, as till now, no case has been registered in connection with the Mandsaur violence.

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Siemens cyber security solution to protect CLP India's power plant automation system

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): With the growing complexity of modern energy and power infrastructure, an increasing number of power plant systems are connected through 'Internet of Things'.

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Giftease launches brand merchandise store for small businesses

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Small businesses would want their employees to flaunt their logos, as much as large corporates do. However, getting employees to become brand ambassadors, is often challenging for startups and small businesses.

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Health Ministry committed to eradicating TB by 2025: Nadda

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Thursday unveiled a booklet highlighting notable achievements of the Health Ministry in three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government.

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SP says UP CM has failed to fulfil people's expectations

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party on Thursday highlighted drawbacks of the Uttar Pradesh Government, saying Chief Minister Adityanath has failed to fulfil the expectations of the people.

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Family beams with pride as Leo Varadkar becomes new Irish PM

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 15 (ANI): After Leo Varadkar, an openly gay Irish minister of Indian-origin, has been officially elected as the country's youngest Prime Minister, his family is beaming with pride.

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MAN Trucks further expands its network; inaugurates new dealership in Chennai

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI-NewsVoir): MAN Trucks India, a 100 percent subsidiary of MAN Truck and Bus AG, Germany, today inaugurated its 64th dealership at Chennai. Set up by its new partner M/s. Vijai Earthmoving Equipment Pvt. Ltd., this is the fourth dealership inaugurated since January 2017, besides Solapur, Pune and Vijayawada.

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Adarsh Credit Co-operative society inaugurates new corporate office in Ahmedabad

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI-NewsVoir): India's leading credit co-operative society Adarsh Credit opened its new corporate office in Zodiac Square, S.G. highway, Ahmedabad. Amidst the Pooja and Vedic chants, Rahul Modi, MD, Adarsh Credit and Ms. Damyanti Bhandari, Executive Vice President, Adarsh Credit inaugurated its new corporate office in Ahmedabad.

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CPI-M demands legislation on profitable MSP for farmers

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Thursday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fulfill his poll promise of providing profitable Minimum Support Price (MSP) to the farmers.

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'Mistaken identity', army kills man in Arunachal

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:24 IST

Changlang (Arunachal Pradesh) [India] June 15 (ANI): A man was shot dead by the army in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang last night which has been called a case of 'mistaken identity'.

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MHA seeks report from West Bengal Govt. on Gorkhaland issue

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Union Home Ministry has sought a report from the West Bengal Government on the Gorkhaland issue.

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Alibaba Mobile Business Group appoints Damon Xi as Head of UCWeb India

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI-NewsVoir): Alibaba Mobile Business Group, part of Alibaba Digital Media and Entertainment, has announced the appointment of Damon Xi as Head of UCWeb India and Indonesia office.

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Yogi Govt misses 'pothole' deadline, says drive will continue

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:12 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 15(ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government on Thursday didn't give a new deadline to make state roads pothole free as it missed the earlier deadline of June 15.

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SSA contractual teachers protest in Srinagar over salary issue

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 15 (ANI): Contractual teachers employed under the Sarva Siksha Abhiyan (SSA) have been protesting in Srinagar against the delay in the release of their salaries by the government.

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Surat traders, weaver observe anti- GST shutdown

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:05 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 15 (ANI): Traders and power-loom weavers in Surat observed a shutdown on Thursday over a demand for the withdrawal of the Goods and Service Tax (GST).

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Centre will take decision on Rohatgi's desire to quit: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Union Law and Justice Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday said the government has accepted Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi's letter, wherein he has expressed his unavailability to continue in office for a second term.

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Nepal Govt. prepares to postpone polls for province no. 2

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 15:55 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 15 (ANI): The Nepal Government has made preparations to postpone the local level election in province number two.

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Trans standardised patients can help bridge gap in care

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 15:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): By acting out scenarios commonly seen in the clinic, real-life transgender actors can help medical residents learn to provide care that is more sensitive to people with different gender identities, suggests a recent study.

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Champions Trophy semifinal: India elect to field against Bangladesh

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 15:04 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 15 (ANI): Defending champions India won the toss and elected to field against Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham on Thursday.

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Cattle trade ban: Harsh Vardhan assures 'clarity' to avoid 'heartburn'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 15:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Amid objection raised by stakeholders against the Centre's recent order prohibiting sale of cattle for slaughter in animal markets, Union Environment and Science Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday said his ministry was 'critically examining' all the representations to ensure that not even a single person has heartburn on the issue.

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Sex-specific dosages may keep female heart healthy

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): To reduce the adverse reactions of cardiovascular drugs in women, a team of researchers has recommended to develop sex-specific dosages to protect greater proportion of women dying from heart diseases.

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Alibaba Mobile Business Group appoints Damon Xi as Head of UCWeb India, Indonesia

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): Alibaba Mobile Business Group, part of Alibaba Digital Media and Entertainment, has announced the appointment of Damon Xi as Head of UCWeb India and Indonesia office.

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Srikanth, Prannoy progress into Indonesia Open quarters

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:42 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 15 (ANI): Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth showcased a spirited performance as he bounced back from a game down against fourth-seed Jan O Jorgensen of Denmark to book his place in the quarter-finals of the Indonesia Super Series Premier here on Thursday.

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Police less respectful to black residents than to white ones

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): The odds of hearing a police officer speaking respectfully are much higher for a white resident than a black resident, a recent study suggested.

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Ammunition found at GJM office raid: SP says had prior information

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:25 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 15 (ANI): Darjeeling Superintendent of Police Akhilesh Chaturvedi, who led the raid at Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung's house and seized a large cache of arms on Thursday asserted that they had prior information and that a "peace-minded person will never accumulate such kind of material."

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Those who cheer for Pak, should go there: RSS on Mirwaiz

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:25 IST

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) on Thursday condemned Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq's congratulatory tweet for the Pakistan Cricket team and advised him to go to Pakistan.

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Pakistan SC adjourns Panama case implementation proceedings till June 19

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:25 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): A three member special bench of the Pakistan Supreme Court appointed to probe the Panama Papers leaks case, on Thursday, adjourned proceedings related to it till June 19.

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Earlier a girl menstruates, likelier she's to marry young

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): According to a recent study, the timing of a girl's first menstruation may affect her first sexual encounter, first pregnancy and her vulnerability to some sexually transmitted infections.

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10 dead, 30 injured in a bus accident in Kangra

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:16 IST

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): At least 10 persons were killed and over 30 injured in a bus accident near the Dhaliara village in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district on Thursday.

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Statins can bring out hidden Parkinson's disease

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): In a first, a study has found that fat-soluble statins, a group of drugs which act to reduce levels of cholesterol in the blood, may speed up the onset of symptoms of Parkinson's in people who are susceptible to the disease.

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Ignore 'pro-Pakistani' elements like Mirwaiz: Rahul Jalali

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Senior journalist Rahul Jalali on Thursday said that Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq should simply be ignored and not given free play in and by the Indian media.

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Shoppers Stop unifies inventory view across its warehouses with JDA

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:05 IST

Mumbai [India], June 15 (ANI-Businesswire India): JDA Software Group, Inc., today announced that leading Indian fashion retailer Shoppers Stop has successfully implemented JDA Warehouse Management across four warehouses in order to help it achieve its omni-channel vision.

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Want to shed those extra kilos? Go vegan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:00 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): Turns out, achieving your weight loss goals is as easy as turning vegetarian.

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Not disappointed over not sharing dais with PM: 'Metro Man' Sreedharan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:00 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 15 (ANI): Principal Advisor to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), E. Sreedharan on Thursday said he wasn't disappointed over not sharing the dais with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Kochi Metro's inauguration ceremony on Saturday, and added that the security of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was paramount.

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Scindia says stigma of killing farmers is on Chouhan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 14:00 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday questioned Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's intention to tackle the ongoing farmer unrest in the state. He said the stigma of the death of six farmers due to police firing lies at Chouhan's doorstep.

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Afghan lawmakers concerned over growing Daesh activity in eastern provinces

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:43 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 15 (ANI): Lawmakers in Afghanistan have raised concerns over the growing Daesh activities in some strategic eastern provinces of the country.

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Oxford University Press launches English-English-Assamese Dictionary

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:27 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India] June 15 (ANI): Oxford University Press (OUP) has launched the compact English-English Assamese Dictionary, offering speakers of Assamese a vital tool for learning the English language.

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PDP targets Mirwaiz, says Kashmiris aspire to become Indian cricketers

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:16 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 15 (ANI): The People's Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday asserted that more attention should be given to Kashmiris who support and aspire to become Indian cricketers rather than to separatists like Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.

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Haj committee providing orientation to Kashmiri pilgrims in Srinagar

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:09 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Haj Committee of India has initiated an orientation training programme for Kashmiri pilgrims ahead of this year's 'Haj' to Mecca.

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Mogadishu restaurant siege ends, 19 civilians killed

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:05 IST

New York [USA], June 15 (ANI): After an 11-hour-long battle, Somalian security forces have finally ended the siege at a Mogadishu restaurant early Thursday. The seige, however, resulted in the loss of 19 civilian lives.

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Matter is political, should be solved politically: GJM on Darjeeling shutdown

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:05 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 15 (ANI): After Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) called for an indefinite shutdown in Darjeeling following a raid at Bimal Gurung's office by the West Bengal Police earlier in the day, the party asserted that it was a political matter and the state government should solve it "politically."

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Power failure leaves several passengers stranded at Brussels airport

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:05 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 15 (ANI): Hundreds of people were left stranded outside Brussels' Zaventem International Airport after it suffered a power outage on Thursday.

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Ashes 'the biggest challenge' for Smith, says Ponting

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 13:04 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 15 (ANI): Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes the upcoming Ashes series against England will be the biggest challenge for current skipper Steve Smith.

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Chittagong landslide: Death toll rises to 143

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:52 IST

Chittagong [Bangladesh], June 15 (ANI): At least 143 people, including several officers and Army personnel, have been killed in the landslides activated by heavy rainfall in Rangamati, Bandarban, Chittagong and Cox's Bazar districts as of Thursday morning.

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Bed bug scare looms large for hotel, lodging industry

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): According to a recent study, most business and leisure travellers in the United States can't identify a bed bug, and yet the tiny pest evokes a stronger response in hotel guests than any other potential room deficiency, putting the hospitality industry in a difficult spot.

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4 dead, 10 injured in road mishap in Jaisalmer

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:47 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], June 15 (ANI): At least four people were killed and ten others injured in a car accident in Jaisalmer's Fatehgarh on Thursday.

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Pentagon agrees to USD 12 billion jet deal with Qatar

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:40 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 15 (ANI): The Gulf region may be in throes of a major diplomatic crisis, with several countries cutting off ties with Qatar owing to its reported support for terror-related intiatives, but this has not stopped Doha from arriving at an agreement with the United States to buy 12 billion dollars worth of F-15 fighters.

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4 suspected ISI agents arrested in Rajasthan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:39 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], June 15 (ANI): Four suspected agents of Pakistani intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) were caught in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Thursday.

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Healthquad raises Rs. 750 million to support thematic healthcare companies in India

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India] June 15 (ANI): India's leading specialist healthcare focused venture capital fund 'Healthquad' has achieved its final close with a total commitment of Rs. 750 million for investing in thematic and disruptive healthcare business models in the country.

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Underweight female runners at more stress fracture risk

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): When it comes to female runners, carrying less weight may make them faster, but, it turns out, at a price.

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Iranian security forces kill two terrorists in Chabahar, arrest five

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:29 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 15 (ANI): Iranian Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi has said that two terrorist were killed and five others arrested by the security forces in Sistan-and-Baluchestan province's Chabahar city on Wednesday.

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Arsenal determined not to sell Sanchez to Man City

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:26 IST

London [UK], June 15 (ANI): Arsenal are resolute not to sell star forward Alexis Sanchez to Manchester City this summer.

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Malaysian fighter jet missing, search-and-rescue operation launched

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:17 IST

Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], June 15 (ANI): A Malaysian air force fighter jet was reported missing on Thursday and a search and rescue operation has been launched.

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New tan drug gives sun-kissed glow sans cancer risk

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 15 (ANI): The days of lounging on a beach or in a tanning booth may soon become a history as a team of researchers has come up with a drug that can give you the golden-coloured skin sans exposure to harmful UV rays.

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Special counsel Mueller determining whether POTUS obstructed justice: Report

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 12:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Special counsel Robert S. Mueller, who is overseeing the probe into Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 presidential election, is interviewing senior intelligence officials to examine whether President Donald Trump attempted to obstruct justice.

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Afghan Air Force kills 43 Taliban insurgents in Helmand province

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:56 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 15 (ANI): At least 43 Taliban insurgents have reportedly been killed in an Afghan Air Force air strike in Helmand province on Wednesday.

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'Cash for Vote' MLA sting: DMK, Congress stage walkout from TN Assembly

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:55 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 15 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader M.K. Stalin raised the issue of the 'Cash for Vote' MLA sting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday for the second consecutive day.

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Federer not shocked with defeat against Haas in Stuttgart Open

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 15 (ANI): Swiss maestro Roger Federer, who suffered a first round exit at the Stuttgart grass court tournament, has admitted he was 'not shocked' by his defeat to Tommy Haas.

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Paul Writer announces Digi100, hunt for India's top 100 digital marketers

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:54 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 15 (ANI-Businesswire India): Paul Writer today launched the hunt for India's top digital marketing professionals.

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Cattle ban: SC issues notice to Central Govt. on hearing PIL

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Supreme Court today issued a notice to the Central government on hearing the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by a Hyderabad based Non-Government Organisation (NGO) over cow and cattle slaughter ban issue.

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Darjeeling: GJM calls for indefinite shutdown in protest against police raid

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:28 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 15 (ANI): Amid the escalating tension in Darjeeling, the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) on Thursday called for an indefinite shutdown in protest against the police raid at their office.

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Preggers beware! Fever during pregnancy ups autism risk by 34 percent

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Beware would-be-mommies! Fever during pregnancy, especially during the second trimester, may increase the odds of developing autism in child by 34 percent, warns a study.

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Emotional Adele visits London fire site, comforts victims

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Following the intense, tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in London, Grammy winner Adele, with husband Simon Konecki, made a visit to the site on Wednesday night to offer support to the victims.

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Storecheq aims to disrupt India's USD 40 bn gifting market through its platform

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Aiming to disrupt India's estimated 40 billion dollar gifting market, which is almost predominantly cash based, Storecheq Innovation Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of the country's first GiftTech platform - STORECHEQ.com.

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Two militants escape from Karachi Central Jail

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Two "high-profile militants" of the banned Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LJ) have escaped from Karachi's central prison.

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Maharashtra: Cong. MLA thrashes farmers over land dispute, says action was necessary

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:09 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], June 15 (ANI): Even as the Maharashtra Government assuaged the anger of farmers by waiving off thier loans, a video of a farmer getting beaten up by Congress MLA from Sillod along with his supporters has gone viral.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: CRPF beat Hockey Puducherry 3-1 to enter semis

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 11:01 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), June 15 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) defeated Hockey Puducherry 3-1 in the quarter-finals of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here on Wednesday.

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Pak Govt. departments to respond to Panamagate JIT allegations

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:59 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Pakistan government departments are expected to submit their replies to obstruction-related allegations made by the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) that is probing the Panamagate leaks issue on the orders of the Supreme Court.

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Dassault Aviation and Reliance Defence rally Indian aerospace industry

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI-Businesswire India): Dassault Aviation and Reliance Defence, in cooperation with its partners, rally the Indian aerospace industry in New Delhi

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Here's how dog can decide if he wants to be guide dog

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Now, a tool helps predict a young dog's likelihood of successfully completing guide dog training.

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Will draw 'drastic consequences' if happens in Maha.: Sena on Mandsaur violence

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:49 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 15 (ANI): The Shiv Sena, in its mouthpiece Saamna, has slammed Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan over the recent Mandsaur fiasco.

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Heavy rain causes waterlogging, flood situation in Mumbai, Manipur

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:49 IST

Imphal (Manipur)/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 15 (ANI): Due to heavy rain in the past few days, the Nambul River and Imphal River breached the banks and overflowed near Sagolband Moirang Leirak, Kairang and Chabung Company, Mayang resulted in flooding houses.

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AAP slapped with Rs 27 lakh fine by PWD

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): A fine of Rs. 27 lakh has been imposed on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) by the Public Works Department (PWD) on charges of 'unauthorised occupation' of party office.

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Champions Trophy: Confident India to take on charged-up Bangladesh in second semi-final

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:26 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 15 (ANI): Confident India will take on Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy here at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham on Thursday.

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RSS' Muslim wing organises Iftar in Ayodhya

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:15 IST

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayam Sewak's (RSS) Muslim wing Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) has organised an Iftar party in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Wednesday.

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Study finds if diarrhea serve a purpose

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 10:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Despite thousands of years of pant-crapping history, there's a surprising amount we don't know about diarrhea. Does it actually help clear the bacteria causing a gastrointestinal infection, or is it merely a symptom of disease that should be prevented as much as possible?

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Panamagate probe: Sharif to be questioned by JIT today

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is scheduled to appear today before the Panamagate joint investigation team (JIT), which is probing allegations of money-laundering against his family.

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Proud mother says sold wood to ensure son's IIT success

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:48 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 15 (ANI): A tribal student of Kirandul village of Chhattisgarh's Dantewada region has made his mother proud by securing a place for himself in the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IITs).

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Dantewada: Tribal boy secures IIT seat, wants to fulfill mother's dream

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:47 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Vaman Mandavi, a tribal student of Kirandul village of Dantewada has bagged a seat in the country's prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), by securing first rank in the mains examination of IIT preparatory course.

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Your kid's sleep schedule decides his college grades

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:38 IST

Atlanta [US], June 15 (ANI): Does your kid stay up late to cram for an early exam? Well, this habit might not be doing him any good.

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Indian-origin Leo Varadkar formally elected as Ireland's first gay prime minister

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:35 IST

London [UK], June 15 (ANI): Leo Varadkar, an openly gay Irish minister of Indian-origin, has been officially elected as the country's youngest and first openly gay prime minister.

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`Duck Tales` reboot gets premiere date

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 15 (ANI): Rejoice Disney fans!

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Pakistani national arrested in Colombo for drug trafficking

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:06 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 15 (ANI): A Pakistani national, Tanveer Iqbal (36), was arrested recently at the Bhandaranayake International Airport in Colombo for possession of one kilogram of heroin.

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Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz cheers for Pak after Champions Trophy win over England

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 09:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq cheered for the Pakistan Cricket Team after its win over England in the first semi-final match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy.

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Odisha: Father carries daughter's corpse on stretcher

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 08:52 IST

Kandhamal (Odisha) [India], June 15 (ANI): A father carried the dead body of her minor daughter on the district medical stretcher to his village, in perhaps yet another shameful incident.

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Mumbai: 21-year-old student commits suicide in Kandivali

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 08:52 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), June 15 (ANI): A 21-year-old student hailing from Patil Nagar in Mumbai's Kandivali area committed suicide on Wednesday.

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'False alarm' triggers lockdown at U.S. Air Base in California

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 08:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): A false alarm - reports of gunshots in the vicinity - triggered a lockdown at the Travis Air Base in California on Wednesday.

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Waqar dubs Morgan's pitch criticism as 'lame excuse'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 08:27 IST

New Delhi [India]/ London [U.K.], June 15 (ANI): Eoin Morgan's comment on Cardiff pitch, post England's defeat in the Champions Trophy semi-finals, seems to have not gone down well with Pakistan legendary bowler Waqar Younis as he slammed the England skipper for making a "lame excuse".

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Trump visits 'critical' Steve Scalise in hospital

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 08:05 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 15 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump, along with wife Melania, visited critically wounded Republican Steve Scalise, who is a victim of yesterday's Virginia shooting at the Medstar Washington Hospital Center.

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Pentagon strikes USD 12 billion jet deal with Qatar

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 07:26 IST

New York [US], June 15 (ANI): As Qatar faces regional isolation due to the ongoing diplomatic rift with its Middle-Eastern neighbours, the United States confirmed the sale of F-15 fighters worth USD 12 billion to Qatar, according to CNN.

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London inferno: Theresa May Govt. under attack for neglecting 'warnings'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 07:22 IST

London [U.K.], June 15 (ANI): In the aftermath of the heavy fire that broke out at the Grenfell House tower block on Wednesday, the Government led by Prime Minister Theresa May is receiving flak for not paying heed to the fire safety warnings that were issued.

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AIIMS declares MBBS entrance exam result 2017

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 07:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Thursday declared the MBBS Entrance Exam Result 2017.

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Neeru Chadha elected as first Indian woman member of International Sea Tribunal

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 07:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Neeru Chadha has been elected as the first Indian woman member of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), a top body which adjudicates cases related to the international law of the seas.

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Centre re-introduced UPA Govt.'s interest subvention scheme 'out of fear': Congress

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 07:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): After the Union Cabinet slashed the interest rates on farmers' loans and cleared the interest subvention scheme, the Congress on Thursday called on the Centre to stop fooling the farmers and have a 'reality check' instead.

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Seattle: Professor conducts after-sunset exams for students fasting during Ramzan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 06:52 IST

London [U.K.], June 15 (ANI): In a beautiful gesture symbolic of accommodating religious sentiments, a professor at the University of Washington offered to conduct examinations after sunset for his Muslim students, who are fasting during the holy month of Ramzan.

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Cardiff pitch gave 'home advantage' to Pakistan: Eoin Morgan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 06:38 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): Following England's painful ouster from the Champions Trophy at the hands of an aggressively impressive Pakistan, skipper Eoin Morgan was left lamenting a lack of home advantage, asserting that the reused Cardiff pitch led to England being bundled out.

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BJP, Congress lock horns over 'bizarre' AYUSH advisory

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 06:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): While the Congress branded the AYUSH ministry's 'no sex, no meat' advisory for pregnant women as impractical, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to its defence saying that it was just an advice, not a coercion.

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Ariana Grande to become 'honorary' Manchester citizen

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 06:16 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): After arranging the One Love Manchester benefit concert weeks after the Manchester Arena bombing, which raised millions for victims of the terror attack, pop singer Ariana Grande is set to become Manchester's honorary citizen.

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Congress hauls Centre, says Mallya's taunts indicate 'foul play'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): With liquor baron Vijay Mallya openly taunting Indian authorities saying, "you can keep dreaming about a billion pounds", the Congress Party on Thursday alleged that he was aided by Government officials in fleeing the country.

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BJP, Congress back Salman Khan's 'warmongering' remark

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Supporting Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's views on warmongering, representatives from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress have said that the superstar has voiced the collective opinion of all Indians.

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Shiv Sena, BJP 'two faces of one coin': Congress

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): With Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat's name being speculated as the next Presidential candidate, the Congress Party on Thursday while downplaying the same stated that no names have been finalised so far.

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Israeli author David Grossman wins Man Booker award

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:40 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): David Grossman's 'A Horse Walks into a Bar', which is set around a standup comic's confessional routine in an Israeli comedy club, bagged the Man Booker International prize for the year's best fiction in translation.

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Marijuana worth Rs. 2 crores destroyed in Agartala

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:38 IST

Hapania (Tripura) [India], June 15 (ANI): In an anti-narcotic drive the customs department in Agartala destroyed large number of bottles of Bangladesh-bound smuggled cough syrup and huge quantities of marijuana, worth Rs 2.65 crores.

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Rahul Gandhi 'unemployed' after Modi Govt. came to power: BJP

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday hit back at Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi for cornering the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over job deficit in the country, and said the latter was staring at a bleak future for himself.

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Andhra CM criticised for posting abuse victim's photo online

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:38 IST

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 15 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandra Babu Naidu landed in controversy, after he posted a picture with a rescued victim of alleged sexual abuse and her family online through his social media account, thus violating the law which prohibits the identification of a minor victim.

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SC to hear petition challenging Centre's cattle ban today

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear a petition challenging the Centre's notification banning the sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter, a move that received flak since its announcement.

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World record: Mysuru girl performs 15 yogasanas in one minute

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:33 IST

Mysuru (Karnataka) [India], June 15 (ANI): A thirteen year-old girl set a new world record for performing a series of 15 yogasanas in a minute, in the presence of representatives from the Golden Book of Records at a community hall here.

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Home Ministry 'border' gaffe: Congress lashes out at 'Photoshop Government'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Lashing out at the Home Ministry over an incorrect image published in its annual report, the Congress Party on Thursday said it is time for the Centre to end their 'Photoshop business', while accusing them of practicing 'jumlaraj'.

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Somalia restaurant siege: Two gunmen killed, hostage situation underway

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:32 IST

London [UK]. June. 15 (ANI): Gunmen from the extremist group al-Shabaab have held several people as hostage inside a restaurant in Somalia's capital Mogadishu.

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Fox News drops iconic "Fair and Balanced" slogan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 05:01 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 15 (ANI): In a seeming effort to move beyond the era of its former chairman and CEO, Roger Ailes, Fox News Channel officially dropped its "Fair and Balanced" slogan.

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'One down, 216 to go': Republican lawmaker threatened post Virginia shooting

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 04:56 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 15 (ANI): Following the shooting in Alexandria, Virginia at a baseball practice for Congressional Republicans ahead of a charity game, GOP Rep. Claudia Tenney received a threatening email.

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It's official! Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor on August 26

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 04:54 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): The much awaited battle between UFC star Conor McGregor and the former five-division boxing champion Floyd Mayweather is all set for 26 August.

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We all knew it, now its official: French Fries can kill you!

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 04:51 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 15 (ANI): Yes, it's painful but unfortunately true. Munching on those golden sticks of starchy goodness will most certainly accelerate your demise.

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US warns against 'Hidden Cobra' cyber attacks by North Korea

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 03:55 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 15 (ANI): Warning of cyber attacks from North Korea, the United States has issued a hacking alert for sites connected to the media, infrastructure, financial networks and aerospace industries.

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San Francisco shooting: Gunman kills 3, then shoots himself

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 03:23 IST

New York [US], June. 15 (ANI): A gunman fired a bullet into his own head after killing three people at a UPS facility in San Francisco on Wednesday.

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As penalty for 'election-meddling', US Senate approves new Russia sanctions

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 03:11 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): After Moscow was found to have meddled in the 2016 presidential election, the United States Senate as punishment, has approved new sanctions against Russia.

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ISIS captures Bin Laden's former stronghold in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 02:51 IST

London [UK], June. 15 (ANI): ISIS has captured some of the area surrounding Tora Bora, which is the former fortress of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan's eastern Nangarhar province.

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Virginia shooting: Republican House Whip Steve Scalise 'critical'

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 02:03 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 15 (ANI): US Congressman Steve Scalise, who went into surgery after being shot in the hip while practicing with the congressional Republican baseball team on Wednesday in Alexandria, Virginia, is in critical condition.

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Money laundering case: Delhi HC to hear Yogesh Mittal's bail plea

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 01:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will today hear the bail plea of arrested businessman Yogesh Mittal in connection with a money laundering case.

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Toreto's TBE-804 Blare Bluetooth earphones best suited for sports enthusiasts

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 01:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15(ANI): Toreto, a leading aggregator of portable technology on Wednesday launched its water-resistant Bluetooth earphone, 'TBE-804 Blare', best suited for sports enthusiasts.

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TerraPay, Yes Bank collaborate to enable 24x7 international money transfer

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 01:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): TerraPay, a mobile payments switch on Wednesday announced its collaboration with Yes Bank to enable real-time international money transfers to bank accounts in India.

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Accenture envisioning gender-balanced workforce by 2025

Updated: Jun 15, 2017 00:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Accenture on Wednesday announced its vision to achieve a gender-balanced workforce by 2025, with 50 percent women and 50 percent men.

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Saif Ali Khan, KJo to host IIFA 2017

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 23:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): IIFA 2017 is all set to be a platform for complete fun with Karan Johar and Saif Ali Khan hosting the big night.

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San Francisco: Multiple injured in shooting at warehouse

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 23:20 IST

San Francisco [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): Several people were injured after a shooting at a UPS facility in the area of 17th Street and San Bruno Avenue in San Francisco.

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Macron says door still open for Britain to remain in EU

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 23:19 IST

Paris [France], June 14 (ANI): France President Emmanuel Macron has said that "the door remains open" for Britain to change its mind about Brexit, after talks with Theresa May in Paris.

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Chained and naked, mentally disabled woman all set to go home after ten years

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 23:14 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 14 (ANI): A mentally disabled woman who was found chained and naked at Hyderabad's Aram Ghar rehabilitation centre earlier in the week, is now all set to go home after 10 years.

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Virginia shooter posted anti-Trump content on Facebook

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 23:07 IST

Virginia [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): Virginia shooter James Hodgkinson, who opened fire on a group of Congressman at a baseball field on Wednesday, injuring House Whip Steve Scalise and three others, expressed anti-Republican sentiments on his Facebook post.

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Will respond to NATO's build-up at Russia's doorstep: Putin

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:42 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 14 (ANI) : Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Moscow is concerned with NATO's activities at Russia's doorstep and would react to the Washington's missile defence systems to maintain the strategic balance.

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Pakistan stun mighty England to reach Champions Trophy final

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:24 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 14 (ANI): There's a reason why Pakistan were being termed as 'unpredictable' going into the Champions Trophy and they proved it today.

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Grand alliance is intact, PM Modi won't be successful in capturing Bihar: Lalu

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said the grand alliance of Janata Dal (United), Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress is intact, adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will never be successful in capturing Bihar.

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India, Korea discuss growing bilateral defence partnership

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:23 IST

Seoul [Korea], June 14 (ANI): India and Korea have discussed the rapidly growing bilateral defence partnership.

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Virginia shooter James T. Hodgkinson killed

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:23 IST

Virginia [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): The Virginia shooter, identified as James T. Hodgkinson, who unleashed a barrage of gunfire at the GOP congressional baseball practice on Wednesday morning has been killed in a shootout with the police.

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Home Ministry report publishes Spain-Morocco border as India-Pakistan, probe ordered

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 22:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Union Home Ministry on Wednesday ordered an internal investigation to find out how the picture of Spain-Morocco border was used in its annual report to show floodlights along the India-Pakistan border.

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Team is much more important that my 300th ODI: Yuvraj

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 21:34 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 14 (ANI): Flamboyant Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh, who prepares to make his 300th ODI appearance in his side's Champions Trophy semi-final clash against Bangladesh, on Wednesday said that it is a big achievement for him, adding

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Pak again violates ceasefire in J-K's Naushera sector

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 21:34 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Pakistani Army initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms heavy automatics and Recoilless Rifles from 20:45 p.m. today along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera sector again.

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Telangana: Sub-inspector commits suicide using his service revolver

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 21:13 IST

Siddipet (Telangana) [India], June 14 (ANI): A Sub-inspector named Prabhakar Reddy committed suicide this afternoon in his quarters with his service revolver.

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UP CM shares food with Dalits in Gorakhpur

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 21:13 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): In what seems like a damage control exercise post Saharanpur violence which led to accusations that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is anti-Dalit, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday had lunch with Dalits in his home town Gorakhpur.

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60,516 bottles of illegal liquor seized, destroyed in Surat

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:56 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 14 (ANI): As many 60,516 bottles of illegal liquor were seized in 94 separate cases.

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Hindu Sena celebrates Trump's 71st birthday

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Hindu Sena on Wednesday celebrated United States President Donald Trump's birthday with pomp and show.

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Salman always had the belief in me: Katrina Kaif

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Whether they are together or not, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif have always been special for each other.

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Presidential polls: Lalu says no to ideological compromise

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday categorically stated that he won't compromise nor agree with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat for the post of president.

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UP: Dowry victim fights for her life

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:04 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Each case of dowry pulls back a progressive India a century back, reminding us of the immense greed and exploiting bride's family deeply rooted in the minds of the people.

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Kyrgyzstan triumph was our best performance in long time: Sunil Chhetri

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 20:01 IST

Bengaluru [India], June 14 (ANI): Sunil Chhetri, who is fondly called as 'Captain Marvel' by others, goes a bit emotional while summing up yesterday's 1-0 win against the Kyrgyz Republic in a fast-pace and entertaining AFC Asian Cup qualifier match on Tuesday.

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One Bolivian, two Nigerian nationals arrested with drugs

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): One Bolivian citizen along with two Nigerian nationals were on Wednesday arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau with huge amount of drugs in the national capital.

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AYUSH terms 'sex while pregnancy' reports incorrect

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): The Ministry of AYUSH on Wednesday termed the reports incorrect that said that an AYUSH booklet stated that pregnant women should control lust, hang "beautiful" pictures on the wall and shun non-vegetarian food to deliver a healthy baby.

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It only takes 30 minutes to feel stronger, thinner

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): You may want to hit the gym as according to a recent study, just one 30-minute bout of exercise makes women feel stronger and thinner.

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Virginia Shooting:Trump hopes full recovery of Scalise

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:55 IST

Virginia [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): US. President Donald Trump condemned the Virginia shooting incident and hoped that injured Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana will fully recover.

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Petrol, diesel dealers strike deferred

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The petrol and diesel dealers strike against daily revision of petrol and diesel prices scheduled on June 16 was on Wednesday deferred.

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SKI India, a sci-fi themed snow park where summer hits iceberg

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 14 (ANI): When it comes to skiing, Delhi NCR may not sound like the right place, but it turns out, you can indulge in some snow fun right here and that too sans waiting until December.

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Appoint UPPCB chairman in three months: NGT directs UP Govt.

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Wednesday took strong exception to an ad-hoc appointee holding the post of chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) and asked it to make a regular appointment within three months.

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Senator Paul calls Virginia shooting a 'killing field'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:36 IST

Virginia [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): "It would have been a massacre without Capitol Hill Police. Nobody would have survived, 'it was a killing field' because nobody had weapons to shoot back." Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, who was present at the shooting scene where five people including House Majority Whip Steve Scalise were shot during baseball practice, said this after the incident.

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We must get higher percentage of goals to win HWL semis: Roelant Oltmans

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:36 IST

London [U.K], June 14 (ANI): Ahead of their first Pool B match on Thursday, Indian Men's Hockey Team Chief Coach Roelant Oltmans emphasized on a better goal conversion rate to ensure a successful outing at the Hockey World League Semi Final to be held in London.

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Kohli shrugs off past laurels, says won't take B'desh for granted

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:22 IST

Birmingham [London], June 14 (ANI): Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday called on his side to stop dwelling on their past laurels and not to take Bangladesh for granted in the second semi-final encounter of the Champions Trophy at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground on Thursday.

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Instagram introduces new 'archive' feature

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): Now, you can re-visit your old posts and enjoy those passed-by moments on Instagram.

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President Mukherjee lauds opportunities in RPF jobs

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday lauded the opportunities in Railway Protection Force (RPF) jobs.

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Pak, Afghanistan to resolve border villages' issues through negotiations

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:12 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], June 14 (ANI): Pakistan and Afghanistan have decided to resolve border villages' issues through negotiations, which would be held after Eid ul-Fitr.

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Pay and Pension Revision Committee won't solve pensioners' problems: BJP

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 19:00 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India] June 14, (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has said that the problems of the employees and pensioners of Tripura Government won't end with declaration of the revised Pay Commission.

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Heavy rain triggers fresh flood in Imphal

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:50 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Nambul river and Imphal river breached its banks and overflowed near Sagolband Moirang Leirak, Kairang and Chabung Company, Mayang Imphal due to incessant rains in the past few days, flooding houses located nearby.

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Not interested in compromising on presidential polls: Lalu

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday aimed potshots at Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat over his name being proposed for the post of President and in a veiled attack said that the latter not only has undemocratic views but also is against the backward class.

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Making all attempts to ensure farmers' growth: MP CM

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:46 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 14 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday said that the state government was making all possible attempts to ensure farmers' growth.

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Qatar hosted Taliban reconciliation talks on U.S. request: Qahtani

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:42 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 14 (ANI): Frustrated with the U.S. allegations of its alleged involvement in supporting "terrorism", Qatar has cited the examples how it tried and hosted the reconciliation talks with Taliban to bring peace in Afghanistan.

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Farmers' killing in Mandsaur 'inhuman': Raju Shetty

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Swabhimani Shetkari Sangathana leader Raju Shetty on Wednesday dubbed the killing of farmers in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur as inhuman and asserted that he will avenge the loss of life.

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U'khand: Three killed, one injured in car accident

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:40 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 14 (ANI): As many as three people were killed and one injured in a car accident on Rishikesh-Badrinath National Highway near Uttarakhand's Govindghat today.

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Cops, Naxals exchange fire in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:39 IST

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Security forces on late Tuesday night had an encounter with the Naxals in Naryanpur district.

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Republican Steve Scalise shot in Virginia

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:32 IST

Virginia [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): At least five people including a senior US congressman Steve Scalise were wounded when a gunman opened fire during a baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia on Wednesday morning.

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Minor girl raped in Delhi, case registered

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:17 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): A minor girl has been raped in Delhi's Begumpur area.

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Blackbuck case: Prosecution's plea rejected, next hearing on July 6

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:17 IST

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Jodhpur Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court on Wednesday adjourned the hearing in the blackbuck poaching case involving actor Salman Khan and others till July 6.

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Politics over Presidential elections intensifies as Oppn holds meet

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): The politics over the forthcoming Presidential election on Wednesday intensified as the Opposition's sub-committee leaders held their first meeting at the Parliament House.

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Gippy Grewal, Farhan 'gelled up well' on 'Lucknow Central' sets

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 18:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The very famous Punjabi actor Gippy Grewal is all set to try his hands on Bollywood again, with Nikhil Advani's upcoming movie 'Lucknow Central,' also starring Farhan Akhtar and Diana Penty.

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UP: Eight killed, 35 injured after bus falls into river

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:55 IST

Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): As many as eight people were killed and 35 others injured on Wednesday after a bus fell into a river in Uttar Pradesh's Jaunpur.

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Telangana Governor inaugurates govt. school

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:53 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 14 (ANI): Telangana Governor E.S.L Narasimhan inaugurated a government high school near his official residence.

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Neil Nitin Mukesh looks similar to Sanjay Gandhi in new 'Indu Sarkar' poster

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The second poster of award-winning director Madhur Bhandarkar's 'Indu Sarkar' is out and shows actor Neil Nitin Mukesh in his Sanjay Gandhi avatar.

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Ultimate Table Tennis will benefit the sport in India: Wong Chun Ting

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:48 IST

Mumbai [India], June 14 (ANI): Wong Chun Ting, the World No.7 and a bronze medalist at the recently- concluded World Championship in Dusseldorf, believes that the upcoming Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) will benefit the sport in India.

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Army deploys five battalions for Amarnath yatra

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:41 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 14 (ANI): The Indian Army has deployed total five battalions in the valley in view of the Amarnarth Yatra, which starts on June 29, sources said.

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Stalin, other DMK leaders released

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:40 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) working president M. K. Stalin and other MLAs who were detained while protesting outside the Tamil Nadu Assembly today were later released.

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Shopmatic raises USD 5.7 mn in Series AA funding from ACP and others

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Singapore-based e-commerce company Shopmatic on Wednesday announced raising of USD 5.7 million of Series AA funding led by ACP Pte Ltd, a technology focused Venture Capital firm, and SPRING SEEDS Capital Pte. Ltd, the investment subsidiary of SPRING Singapore.

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Farmers, Dalit and poor always been top most priority: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:36 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that he was asked to keep farmers, dalits and poor in the top most important agenda in the state by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Naidu,Rajnath brief PM Modi on presidential polls

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and M. Venkaiah Naidu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday and briefed him about the upcoming presidential election.

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Mohan Bhagwat is ideal candidate for president: Shiv Sena

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:34 IST

Mumbai [India], June 14 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Wednesday said that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat is the ideal candidate for president.

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Fatigued, defeated lot is active for Presidential election: Giriraj Singh

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): Union Agriculture Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday censured the Opposition parties for creating hurdles in the forthcoming election for the next President and said they are a lot of fatigued and defeated people.

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Are you with us or with Qatar: Saudi King asks Pakistan PM

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:32 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has told Saudi Arabia that Pakistan will not take sides in the ongoing the Middle East diplomatic row, leading King Salman to ask Islamabad "are you with us or with Qatar".

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Prannoy advances, Praneeth bows out of Indonesia Open

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:31 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 14 (ANI): Indian shuttler H.S Prannoy produced a spectacular performance as he raced into the second round of the Indonesia Super Series Premier after notching up straight-games victory over Anthony Sinisuka Ginting here on Wednesday.

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Samsung launches Galaxy J7 Pro, Galaxy J7 Max at Rs. 20900 and Rs. 17900 respectively

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): South Korean multinational Samsung on Wednesday launched its anticipated Samsung Galaxy J7 Max and Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro, expanding its best-selling mid-range of Galaxy J smart phones.

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MP CM's meeting Mandsaur farmers is only PR exercise: CPI (M)

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI (M) on Wednesday demanded that both the state government and the central government should fulfill the promises made to the farmers three years ago, adding that the meeting of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan with that of Mandsaur farmers is only a Public Relation (PR) exercise.

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AIADMK sting: Issues raised have come true now, says Kanimozhi

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:29 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi took a dig at the AIADMK in the wake of MLA's sting operation and said that her party had already raised the issue earlier but their assertion was downplayed.

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BJP has become 'Yamraj' for farmers: Congress

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has become 'Yamraj' for the farmers, adding that the rights of the farmers are being suppressed.

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Tennis pro Isaac Frost charged with match fixing

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:50 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 14 (ANI): Former Australian tennis player Isaac Frost has been charged with facilitating match-fixing at an ATP Challenger tournament in Victoria last year.

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ISF organizes conference on future of employment to re-engineer employment ecosystem

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Indian Staffing Federation (ISF), an apex body of flexi staffing industry in India, today organizes 11th National Employment Conference themed 'Future of Employment'.

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Six people confirmed dead in London tower block fire

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:45 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): At least six persons have been confirmed as dead following Wednesday's heavy fire that engulfed a tower block in west London.

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Presidential polls: Rajnath, Naidu to meet Sonia on Friday

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and M. Venkaiah Naidu will meet Congress president Sonia Gandhi and CPI (M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Friday to discuss matters related to next month's presidential election.

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Pakistan using covert activities to de-stabilize Kashmir: India at UNHRC

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:44 IST

Geneva[Switzerland], June 14 (ANI): Accusing Pakistan of pursuing political objectives in Kashmir, India told the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva that Islamabad's continued support to terrorist groups is part of its security and foreign policy to de-stabilize Kashmir.

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World's most powerful hammer deployed for Bangladesh' 'Padma Bridge construction'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:44 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 14 (ANI): World's largest and strongest hammer has been deployed for the construction of Bangladesh's Padma bridge.

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ED files charge sheet against Mallya

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a charge sheet against liquor baron Vijay Mallya in a Mumbai court, sources said.

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Data Traffic per smartphone user in India to reach 11 GB per month By 2022: Ericsson report

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Ericsson in its Mobility Report 2017 releases today has reported key trends and forecasts on mobile traffic, subscriptions, consumer behavior and technology uptake in India.

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Ayush ministry promoting 'nonsense' unscientific drivel: CPM

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): After the Ayush ministry released a booklet that said pregnant women should control 'lust', hang "beautiful" pictures on the wall and shun non-vegetarian food to deliver a healthy baby, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) on Wednesday said that instead of discussing the best possible nourishment, the government is promoting this "obscurantism and nonsense" unscientific drivel.

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Fight is over right price for produce: BKU on farmers' loan waiver

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 16:05 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) on Wednesday said their fight is over the fact that the farmers are not getting the right price for what they produce.

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Two members of Haryana kidnapping gang arrested

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:50 IST

Palwal (Haryana) [India], June 14 (ANI): Hyderabad Police has arrested two members of a kidnapping gang in Haryana's Palwal district and seized more than Rs. 37 lakhs from them.

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Dilip Pandey clarifies his tweet, says Vishwas 'promotes positivity in party'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Clarifying his tweet about senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kumar Vishwas, party leader Dilip K. Pandey on Wednesday requested to not misinterpret it, adding the former has always promoted a positive vibe in the party and that they will continue to expose corruption related issues in future.

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EC bribery case: 'Middleman' Sukesh Chandrashekhar's bail plea rejected

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday rejected the bail plea of alleged middleman Sukesh Chandrasekhar in the AIADMK 'Two leaves' symbol case.

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Presidential election: Naidu meets Rajnath, to discuss with Jaitley before moving forward

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): In the wake of the Presidential elections to be held on July 17, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday said he had exchanged views with Home Minister Rajnath Singh and hence, would talk to different parties.

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Kashmir: Doctor gives wings to writer in her

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:42 IST

Srinagar (Kashmir) [India], June 14 (ANI): A 30-year-old pathologist, Saba Shafi, gave wings to her creativity and launched her first novel 'Leaves from Kashmir'.

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CRPF camps on high alert in Jammu and Kashmir, says its chief

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:42 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 14 (ANI): Director General of the Central Reserved Police Force (CRPF) Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar on Wednesday said their camps were on a state of high alert in the wake of the cross-border attack in the state's Naushera sector the day before.

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Media is playing major role in society's decline: BK Shivani

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:35 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 14 (ANI): Society is on the decline and media is playing a major role in this. Brahma Kumari Shivani, said while addressing eminent media persons and intellectuals from diverse fields during a program.

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Delhi HC issues notice to former TERI chief Pachauri

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a notice to former Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) chief R.K. Pachauri on a plea seeking deferment of a trial in a civil defamation case against women's right lawyer Vrinda Grover.

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U.S. court grants bail to arrested Bangladesh diplomat in New York

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:22 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 14 (ANI): A U.S. court has granted bail to Bangladeshi diplomat Mohammed Shahedul Islam, who was indicted on charges of labour trafficking and assault, for forcing his servant to work without pay.

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CBI conducts searches at 10 locations including Kolkata, Gurugram

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) today conducted searches at ten places including Kolkata, Gurugram, Jamshedpur, Nagpur and Kanpur in connection with the allegation of cheating against Kolkata's Union Bank of India (UBI) and CFB.

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Champions Trophy semi-final: Pakistan opt to bowl against England

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:09 IST

Cardiff [London], June 14 (ANI): Pakistan won the toss and elected to field against England in the first semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy here at the Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Wednesday.

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Building website now becomes easier with Google's 'Website with Google My Business'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India] June 14 (ANI): In continuation of its commitment to digitally empower India's small and medium business community, Google on Wednesday announced the launch of a new simple, free, and fast way to build a website through Google My Business.

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London fire: Several fatalities, 50 admitted to hospitals

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:07 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): An unknown number of people have been killed and dozens injured in Wednesday's heavy fire that engulfed a tower block in west London, which firefighters are still trying to douse, reports the Guardian.

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Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for farmers

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 15:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Cabinet on Wednesday cleared the interest subvention scheme for farmers with an allotment of total expenditure of Rs. 20,339 crores in the current financial year as interest subsidy on short term crop loans.

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Haqqani network commander reportedly killed by U.S. airstrike in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:51 IST

Speen Tal [Pakistan], June 14 (ANI): A U.S. airstrike has killed a commander of the Taliban-affiliated Haqqani network commander in Pakistan's Speen Tal area of the Hangu district, local media report said on Wednesday.

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Trak N Tell secures over 20,000 vehicles courtesy vehicle Telematics solutions

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [INDIA] June 14 (ANI): Safeguarding vehicles and their owners on the Indian roads, Trak N Tell has fared well, empowering over 20,000 vehicles on the Indian roads. This achievement is yet another feather in the cap, in its upward trajectory.

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TN Assembly passes GST Bill amidst DMK's ruckus

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:49 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday passed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill amid a ruckus created by the Opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party over a demand for a discussion on the alleged bribery case involving some All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs.

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Bottas 'much better' team-mate than Rosberg: Hamilton

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:48 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 14 (ANI): Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he is enjoying his new relationship with Finland's Valtteri Bottas, adding that they are a much better and supportive match for one another.

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At Kinbuck2, indulge in culinary traditions with a twist!

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Marking its presence in the cum-pub of Connaught Place, Kinbuck2 is back and with a bang as the casual dining watering hole, known for its beautiful interiors and delicious delicacies.

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Centre assures Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram Govt. help to deal with floods

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14(ANI): The Centre today assured the Arunachal Pradesh and the Mizoram government that it would provide them all assistance to deal with the floods.

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Are kidney stone surgeries putting patients at risk?

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): The techniques used to clean and sterilize flexible ureteroscopes leave behind contamination including debris, residue and bacteria, according to a new study.

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Nepal PM hints at postponing polls if it helps end deadlock

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:37 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 14 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has hinted at postponing the polls if it helps in ending the constitutional deadlock.

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Opioid usage resulting in increased cases of neonatal abstinence syndrome in newborns

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June14 (ANI): A recent study reveals the number of newborns with neonatal abstinence syndrome - often caused by mothers using opioids during pregnancy - is increasing in the United States, thereby increasing the burden in terms of hospital days and costs.

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This essential heart-surgery device poses deadly risk

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): More than a third of heater-cooler devices used in the open heart surgery may be contaminated with deadly bacteria, a recent study found.

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Johnny Depp's Infinitium Nihil signs deal with IM Global

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:16 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 14 (ANI): Stuart Ford's IM Global has finally signed a first-look deal with Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp.

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Saharanpur: Pregnant woman denied ambulance due to lack of fuel

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:16 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 14 (ANI): Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Government saw a tragic incident where a pregnant woman was denied ambulance service due to lack of fuel.

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Election Commission issues notice for Presidential elections

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Election Commission of India on Wednesday issued a public notice through the office of the returning officer, seeking nominations of persons for the election to the office of the President of India.

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Wholesale inflation slips to 2.1 pct in May as food prices crash

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): India's wholesale inflation on Wednesday witnessed a sharp fall to 2.17 percent during May from 3.85 percent in April, due to plunging vegetable and onion prices that have become a rural distress across many states.

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Police are working like TMC cadre, fight won't stop: GJM chief Gurung

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:59 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 14 (ANI): Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung on Wednesday said that the police were working like the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) cadre and the fight wouldn't stop even if all Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel of country were sent to Darjeeling.

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Smaller electronic devices come closer to reality

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): Soon, you will have tiny electronic devices to control everything from smart phones to banking and medical technology as a team of researchers has discovered a new way to create extremely thin electrically conducting sheets.

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Arjun Rampal looks ruthless in first 'Daddy' trailer

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The first trailer of Arjun Rampal's upcoming movie 'Daddy' has been released and it seems like this film is going to be a game-changer in his acting career.

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NIIT University addresses IT industry's urgent need for next gen digitally skilled engineers

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI-Businesswire India): Established with a vision to be the role model of learning, research, innovation and sustainability for the knowledge society, the not-for-profit NIIT University (NU), has introduced pioneering digital transformation technologies in its curriculum.

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Rupinder, Uthappa to miss Hockey World League semis

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Indian drag flicker and defender Rupinder Pal Singh and midfielder SK Uthappa have been ruled out of the Hockey World League Semi Final, which is slated to be held from June 15 in London.

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Life of lesbians in Nazi Germany

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): Lesbians may have enjoyed limited toleration during the Nazi regime in Germany, a new Stanford research has suggested.

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UP honour killing: Family arrested for killing daughter over love affair

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:46 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): In yet another case of honour killing in Uttar Pradesh, an underage girl was killed by her family members in Thakurdwara district in Moradabad allegedly over her love affair with a person.

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Chinese daily criticizes Australian media's 'misleading' agenda on China

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:45 IST

Beijing [China], June 14 (ANI): China's state run Global Times has criticised an Autralian media report that has asserted that Beijing has been exercising covert influence on Australian soil.

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Congress leader dismissed for referring to Rahul Gandhi as 'Pappu'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:35 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 14 (ANI): Congress district president of Meerut Vinay Pradhan was sacked from all posts for addressing party vice-president Rahul Gandhi as "Pappu" on a party's local WhatsApp group that went viral.

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Vicious cycle of 'phone snubbing'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): Turns out, people who are phone snubbed or "phubbed" by others are, themselves, often turning to their smartphones and social media to find acceptance.

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Haryana village to be named after Trump

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:33 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 14 (ANI): Sulabh International founder Birendra Pathak has announced that an open defecation-free village in Mewat will be named after U.S. President Donald Trump to build a good relationship between India and the United States.

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Nearly 200 Democrats sue Trump for accepting funds from foreign leaders

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 14 (ANI): Nearly 200 Democrats on Wednesday filed a law suit against U.S. President Donald Trump alleging that he has violated the emoluments clause of the Constitution by accepting gifts and benefits from foreign leaders through Trump business entities without Congressional approval.

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Multiple grenade attacks being carried out by Jaish-e-Mohammad: J-K DGP

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 14 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police (DGP) S P Vaid on Wednesday claimed that the multiple grenade attacks taking place in Pulwama district were the handiwork of the Jaish-e-Mohammad as per intelligence reports gathered so far.

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Empathy can be key to spouses' well being

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): You may want to be more empathetic towards your partner suffering from chronic pain as according to a recent study, doing so can help them fare better.

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Vijay Goel meets Rohan Bopanna, discusses 'promotion of tennis'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Ace Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna, who recently became the fourth Indian to win a grand slam after clinching the mixed doubles title at the French Open, on Wednesday, met Union Minister of Sports Vijay Goel to discuss the promotion of tennis among youth in the country.

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Salman talks about war-mongering, sympathises with Army families

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Salman Khan, who experiences the turmoil of emotions that one goes through after being separated by a loved one as a result of war in his upcoming movie 'Tubelight', recently poured his heart out while expressing his opinion on 'war-mongering'.

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Afghanistan's State Minister for Security Reforms resigns

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:10 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 14 (ANI): Afghanistan' State Minister for Security Reforms Amrullah Saleh has resigned without citing any reason.

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This is how Katy Perry responded after Taylor Swift's music returned to Spotify

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 13:10 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Pop sensation Katy Perry has responded to the fact that Taylor Swift's music returned to Spotify on the same day her new album 'Witness' was released, after fans labelled the timing "deliberate" given the pair's ongoing feud.

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Stalin detained after ruckus over 'Cash for Vote' MLA sting

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:56 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader M.K. Stalin and several other party leaders were detained after a ruckus was created over the MLAs sting operation in today's Tamil Nadu Assembly session.

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Amid Gulf crisis, certain regional states to increase arms purchase: Iranian FM

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:55 IST

Oslo [Norway], June 14 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said that the current diplomatic crisis in the Gulf region may bring about an increase in the purchase of arms by certain regional states.

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Amazon India doubles its seller base in less than a year

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [INDIA] June 13 (ANI): Amazon India has announced reaching an important benchmark of two lakh sellers in just four years of operations in India. Amazon which has been working extensively to launch services that meet different business requirements of sellers helps the business scale greater heights.

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Jack Black to return as RL Stine in 'Goosbumps' sequel

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:54 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Jack Black fans, Rejoice! The funny man is all set to come back in the sequel of 'Goosebumps' titled 'Horrorland'.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM Chouhan meets farmers' families

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:45 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Days after ending his fast, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday met the families of the deceased farmers in Mandsaur.

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IvyCap Grows to be India's largest home-grown fund

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI-NewsVoir): IvyCap Ventures, India's largest homegrown domestic fund celebrated its Six year anniversary by hosting IvyCap Day 2017 in Mumbai, at Hotel Grand Hyatt on June 10th, to commemorate the start up ecosystem and its spirit of innovation.

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Baba Ramdev teaches yoga to wrestler Sushil Kumar and others

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday 'did some wrestling practice and tought yoga' to two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar and other wrestlers at the Chhatrasal Stadium, here in the national capital.

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Ahead of Int'l Yoga day, Baba Ramdev urges people to come out, learn

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Ahead of the celebration of this year's International Yoga day, Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday appealed everyone to come out and perform Yoga.

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ClearTax launches GST ready Billbook for SMEs, professionals and others

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): India's largest Income Tax returns e-filing and enterprise compliance service provider ClearTax has announced the launch of Bill book software for SMEs.

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Yupptv partners with Smart Tv solution provider Foxxum

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Largest OTT player in South-Asian content YuppTV has announced making strong strides in expanding globally as it has announced its strategic partnership with Foxxum, the leading provider of Smart TV solutions, making its envious collection of online TV channels and movies available on an exclusive range of new devices, hence further extending its global reach.

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Doodle your way to a happier you

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 14 (ANI): Turns out, that doodling you do in meetings is far from mindless; it actually makes you happy.

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Amidst DMK ruckus over MLAs sting operation, GST bill passed in TN Assembly

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:14 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu Assembly saw a huge showdown between the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) over the MLAs sting operation in today's session, which was earlier being expected to be crucial for paving the way for the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill on July 1.

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UN Secretary General in Kabul on unannounced visit

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:05 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 14 (ANI): United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday arrived in Kabul on an unannounced visit.

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Afghanistan: 5 killed as suicide bomber targets breakaway Taliban faction

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 12:02 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 14 (ANI): Five people were killed and four other wounded after a suicide car bomber targeted a group of fighters from the splinter Taliban group led by Mullah Abdul Rasoul in Gereshk district in Helmand, Afghanistan on Wednesday.

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Srikanth, Praneeth, Prannoy to begin their Indonesia Open campaign today

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:59 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 14 (ANI): Indian badminton stars Kidambi Srikanth, B. Sai Praneeth and Prannoy H S Kumar will today start their campaign at the men's singles in Indonesia Open Superseries Premier badminton in Jakarta.

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This is how customers are getting free drinks at Wetherspoons

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:48 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Wetherspoon's Order and Pay app is turning out to be a blessing in disguise for the customers.

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Two more days left for Domingo to reapply for Proteas job: Report

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:47 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 14 (ANI): If reports are to be believed, South Africa coach Russell Domingo has until Friday to reapply for his job.

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Rajasthan: Five policemen suspended after allegedly beating BJP MLA's son

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:47 IST

Tonk (Rajasthan) [India], June 14 (ANI): Five policemen including a sub-inspector were suspended after they beat up the son of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Ajit Singh in Rajasthan's Tonk town.

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GJM protests hampering Darjeeling economy

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:39 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 14 (ANI): The statehood agitation conducted by the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) is hampering the tourism industry in Darjeeling, and hence, its economy.

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30 people hospitalised following Grenfell Tower fire in London

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:38 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 14 (ANI): At least 30 people have been hospitalised after being evacuated from a 27 storey apartment building at Lancaster West Estate in London that caught fire early on Wednesday.

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Are fidget spinners the new agents of danger?

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:37 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Are you one of those who is going crazy for fidget spinners?

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Pakistan Election Commission gives clean chit to Sharif

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:37 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 14 (ANI): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has given a clean chit to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif after verifying statements of assets and liabilities he had submitted before it.

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World Blood Donor Day 2017: Breaking myths around blood donation

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): "Blood is the elixir of life"- this saying is true, especially, when a person in acute need of blood gets it in time.

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Sales Tax office in Lucknow catches fire

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): A fire broke out on the fifth floor of sales tax office in Lucknow on Wednesday.

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Paytm Mall to empower local shops with its QR code

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Paytm Mall is working with local shopkeepers to bring their catalogue online which will enable discovery of their products.

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Blood Donation: The noble act of gifting life

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:13 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): World Blood Donor day is observed on June 14, every year. The theme this year is Give Blood, Give Now, and Give Often, highlighting the urgent requirement of blood during causalities, emergencies, accidents, and how as humans we can enable and help each other overcome these adverse situations.

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There are no more breaks now, insists Federer

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:12 IST

Stuttgart [Germany], June 14 (ANI): Eighteen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer has committed to a full schedule in the second half of the season, saying that he's had enough of practice and is hoping to quickly recapture his stunning early-season form.

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Panamagate probe: JIT summons Nawaz Sharif's brother to appear on June 17

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:12 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 14 (ANI): The Panamagate joint investigation team (JIT) has summoned Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's brother and Punjab Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif to appear before it.

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Regular bedtime might lead you to a successful work life

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:07 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Sometimes it can be hard going to the bed early. Busy work schedules, some cliffhanger moments in your favourite TV series can make you wide awake till the late hours of night.

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Microland awarded G-Cloud 9 status

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 11:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Microland, the next-gen IT infrastructure services provider, today announced that it has achieved G-Cloud 9 supplier status under the U.K. Government's Crown Commercial Service (CCS) initiative.

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Petroleum Minister Pradhan felicitates Kashmiri students

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan felicitated students from Jammu and Kashmir for their success in the recently held 2016-17 IIT-JEE (Main and Advance) examinations on Wednesday.

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Ahead of CM Chouhan's visit, section 144 revoked from Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:41 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Ahead of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's visit to the families of the deceased farmers in Mandsaur today, section 144 has been revoked from the violence-hit region.

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Nadal pulls out of Aegon Championships

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:31 IST

London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Fifteen-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Aegon Championships at Queen's, which starts next Monday, after being advised to rest by his doctor.

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Loss of Estrogen may lead to lower back pain, says study

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 14 (ANI): Are you one of those who continuously complain about lower back pain?

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Will take 'big step' if farmers' loan waiver not implemented by July: Thackeray

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:27 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has asserted that if farmers' loans are not written off completely by next month, his party would take a "big step" against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led (BJP) Government in Maharashtra.

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John Ridley shares what inspired his 'American Crime' series

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:26 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 14 (ANI): After being critically acclaimed for his show 'American Crime,' writer John Ridley has finally shared the incident that inspired his anthology series.

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`Dangal` becomes the 5th highest-grossing non-English film

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Aamir Khan's 'Dangal' has now achieved a new and huge milestone which has only been reached by four other movies in history!

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Indian warships arrive in Australia for bilateral maritime exercise

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:25 IST

Freemantle [Australia], June 14 (ANI): Three Indian warships sailed into Fremantle to participate in a week-long naval exercise off the Western Australian coast.

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130 dead following incessant downpour, landslides overnight in Bangladesh

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 10:25 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 14 (ANI): At least 130 people, including four army men, have died in the hilly areas of Chittagong, Rangamati and Bandarban in Bangladesh following incessant downpour and landslides overnight.

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UP: Denied ambulance, man carries seven-month-old niece's corpse on bicycle

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:55 IST

Kaushambi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): A man carried the dead body of his seven-month-old niece on a bicycle after being denied for an ambulance, in perhaps another shocking display of disregard for humanity.

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Re-energized and refreshed, the new avatar of SONY SAB unveiled

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:53 IST

Mumbai [India], June 14 (ANI-Businesswire India): Underlining its purpose of flipping every frown and turn it upside down, SONY SAB, India's only family humour channel, has launched its a new brand identity.

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Sunil's strike takes India closer to AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:44 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 14 (ANI): Sunil 'Champion' Chhetri scored his 54th international goal in 94 matches to snatch all three points from the 'favourite' Kyrgyz Republic to stay atop the Group A having bagged six points from two matches.

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Delhi: Man shoots himself after argument with wife

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): A man in the national capital shot himself dead after an alleged argument with his wife at around 5 a.m. on Wednesday.

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Champions Trophy: `Unpredictable` Pakistan to take on `confident` England in semis

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:37 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 14 (ANI): Riding high on confidence, hosts England will take on unpredictable Pakistan in the first semi-final of the Champions Trophy in order to their chances of the search for an elusive major global ODI silverware here at the Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Wednesday.

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Indian teen vows to make underprivileged computer literate

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:31 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Government of India's Digital India Programme, helmed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has created waves across the country.

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London fire: Residents continue to be evacuated, many being treated for injuries

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:31 IST

London [U.K.], June 14: Residents continue to be evacuated from the Grenfell Tower in Latimer Road near Notting Hill, West London, after a massive fire engulfed a block of flats.

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Building in Telangana catches fire, 30 trapped

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:27 IST

Hyderabad [India], June 14 (ANI): At least 30 persons are said to be trapped in a building that caught fire on Wednesday morning.

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Geneva: Balochs protest against Pak atrocities in front of iconic 'Broken Chair'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:27 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 14 (ANI): The Baloch Voice Association demonstrated in front of the iconic Broken Chair, which stands across the street from the Palace of Nations here, during the 35th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council even as it highlighted the atrocities of the Pakistan state against Balochs and Pashtuns.

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Govt. appoints new Indian Ambassadors to Italy, Denmark, European Union

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Government on Wednesday appointed Reenat Sandhu as the country's new Ambassador to Italy.

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Here`s presenting ` the guns and roses badass` from `Baadshaho`

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): While Ajay Devgn is 'the badass in the bandana', Emraan Hashmi is 'the guns and roses badass' from 'Baadshaho'.

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Johnny Depp, Liam Gallagher added to Glastonbury festival line-up

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 09:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The 'Pirate' is heading to Glastonbury!

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Salman Khan takes his Being Human e-Cycle for a spin

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): Salman Khan, who on World Environment Day launched e-cycles under his Being Human brand, recently took the bike for a ride in the middle of the city.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire again, Indian Army retaliates

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:59 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], June 14 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Wednesday initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and 82 mm Mortars in the Bhimber Gali sector along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Manipur Governor Heptulla visits Asia's largest women's market

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:56 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 14 (ANI): Dr. Najma A. Heptulla visited Asia's largest women's market in Imphal for the first time since she became the Governor of Manipur and listed the grievances of the women vendors.

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Patty Jenkins dons 'Wonder Woman' cuff at AFI event

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:48 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 14 (ANI): After taking the global Box-Office by storm with her maiden superheroine movie 'Wonder Woman,' it seems like director Patty Jenkins cannot get enough of the Amazon and its princess.

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MP: Three killed as truck's tyre bursts on Jabalpur-Sagar bypass

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:34 IST

Damoh (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): At least three youth were killed when a truck's tyre burst on Jabalpur-Sagar bypass in Damoh district in Madhya Pradesh on late Tuesday night.

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London: Massive fire breaks out in 27-storey apartment, several feared trapped

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:28 IST

London [U.K.], June 14 (ANI): A massive fire engulfed a block of flats at the Lancaster West Estate in London's North Kensington, with people reportedly trapped inside.

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Guillermo Del Toro has 'no hard feelings' about 'Hellboy' reboot

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:22 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], June 14 (ANI): Filmmaker Guillermo De Toro feels that he does not own 'Hellboy' and hence, won't have any "hard feelings" if 'Hellboy' gets a reboot without him.

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Salman Khan jilts his SUV for an auto rickshaw ride

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): It's not everyday that one would find superstar Salman Khan hopping into an auto rickshaw to take a breezy ride back home.

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Pentagon to be granted authority for decisions over troop deployment in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:10 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 14 (ANI): The White House is expected to grant Pentagon full authority to decide over the number of U.S. troops deployed in Afghanistan.

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Mallya lambasts Indian media over 'intense hate campaign' against him

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 08:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Business tycoon Vijay Mallya on Wednesday said that the "intense hate campaign by the Indian media against him knows no bounds," a day after he categorically denied all allegations of being a defaulter of banks in India and the Westminster Magistrates Court in London granted him bail till December 4.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM Chouhan to visit farmer's families today

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:39 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Days after ending his fast, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will visit the families of the deceased farmers in Mandsaur today.

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Amid diplomatic crisis, U.S. Ambassador to Qatar to step down

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:31 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 14 (ANI): United States ambassador to Qatar, Dana Shell Smith yesterday announced that she will step down later this month, after being in the post for last three years.

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Mon dieu: Croissant prices likely to soar as France faces butter shortage!

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:22 IST

London [UK], June. 14 (ANI): With the price of butter rocketing up by 92 percent in a year in France, bakers are warning of a strong risk that key ingredient is 'running out' and threatening an entire industry.

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Journalists barred from 'filming' interviews with U.S. Senators in Capitol

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:13 IST

London [U.K.], June 14 (ANI): Members of the Capitol Hill press corps on Tuesday morning were verbally informed that reporters would no longer be granted access to film interviews with the United States senators, unless they obtain permission from the Senate rules committee as well as the senator whom reporters seek to interview.

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ISRO to flight-test semi-cryogenic engine by 2021

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Following the successful launch of the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mk-III (GSLV Mk-III), the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is slated to launch a kerosene-based semi-cryogenic engine, projected to be functional for flight tests by 2021.

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Microsoft releases new updates citing "elevated cyber attack risk"

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:07 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 14 (ANI): In wake of the increasing risks of cyber attack across the globe, Microsoft has released several critical security updates to provide protection against widespread hacking, citing an "elevated risk of cyber attacks."

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Scindia's Mandsaur visit purely 'publicity oriented': BJP

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 07:07 IST

Mumbai/ Bengaluru [India], June 14 (ANI): Lashing out at Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia for forcefully trying to enter Madhya Pradesh's violence-hit Mandsaur district, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said the former's visit to the area was purely 'publicity oriented'.

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'Will not be silenced': Sen. Kamala Harris interrupted by male colleagues again

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:53 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 14 (ANI): It was a frustrating moment for Senator Kamala Harris, who once again found herself interrupted by her male colleagues during the Congressional testimony of Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Tuesday.

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'Purchased MLAs' row: Opposition tears into AIADMK, seeks justice

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:35 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): In the wake of reports being circulated regarding All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs' support being purchased by the ruling government, the Opposition while claiming to know of this, lashed out at the former's poor governance, calling the present government a 'non-performing' one.

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Farmer suicides: Shiv Sena berates MP Home Minister for 'uncalled' remark

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): Condemning Home Minister Bhupendra Singh for his remark on farmers suicides, the Shiv Sena on Wednesday said that such a statement from a prominent minister of his stature at this crucial time is 'uncalled' for.

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Money laundering: Jain brothers' bail plea in Delhi court today

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Wednesday will hear the bail plea of businessmen Surendra Jain and Virender Jain in connection of with Rs 8,000 crore money laundering case.

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Congress slams 'touring' PM Modi, BJP attacks Rahul for 'Italy visit'

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): In the wake of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accusing Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi of not taking politics seriously, the grand old party came out in support of its frontrunner, adding that the saffron party should refrain from making unnecessary statements.

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Chhattisgarh: Construction of Bastar's 'Khooni road' still a challenge

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:16 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh government continues to face the challenge of constructing the 56-km long stretch of road here in the Naxal infested area, owing to the surge in the number of attacks that have resulted in the killing of several CRPF officials in the region.

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GST Bill to be introduced in TN Assembly today

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:14 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill will be tabled in the State Assembly session today, paving the way for its rollout on July 1.

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Opposition to huddle today over Presidential polls

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 06:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): With the date of nominating candidates for the upcoming Presidential polls inching closer, the Opposition parties are slated to meet at 4pm here today to deliberate on the same.

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You're making me nervous: Jeff Sessions to Senator Kamala Harris

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 05:34 IST

New York [US], June. 14 (ANI): Things got intense between Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) during the Senate hearing, as the latter interrupted Sessions several times to press him on his responses and ask follow-up questions.

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Rowling to the rescue as Trump 'blocks' Stephen King on Twitter

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 05:00 IST

New York [US], June. 14 (ANI): Donald Trump added another noted name to his list of 'blocked' victims on Twitter, as celebrated author Stephen King found himself in a particularly sticky wicket...but not for long.

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Read: Jeff Sessions' complete opening statement at Senate hearing

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:42 IST

New York [US], June. 14 (ANI): The opening statement of Attorney General Jeff Sessions at the Senate intelligence committee hearing was made public ahead of the hearing in Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.

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Mediterranean migrants must go to camps in Tunisia, Egypt: Austria

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:15 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 14 (ANI): In the latest controversial plan to end the European migrant crisis, Austria has demanded that all migrants rescued in the Mediterranean Sea, must to be taken to new camps in Tunisia and Egypt.

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EC bribery case: Delhi HC to hear 'middleman' Sukesh Chandrashekhar's bail plea

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): The Delhi Court on Wednesday will hear the bail plea of middleman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, in connection with the case involving the alleged bribing of Election Commission officials for ownership of the AIADMK's two-leaves symbol.

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Agartala: Bangladeshi smuggler arrested with 1.5 kg gold

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:06 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) has arrested a Bangladesh national from here with 1.5 kg of gold, which he had smuggled into India.

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Mumbai model death: Murder case filed against accused

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Mumbai Police on Tuesday registered a murder case under section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against the accused in Model Kritika Chaudhary death case.

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Milk crisis: Businessman plans to airlift 4,000 cows to 'isolated' Qatar

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 04:05 IST

London [UK], June. 14 (ANI): Amid the blockade by Gulf Arab neighbours, Qatar is slowly entering into a crisis situation. In an attempt to solve the supply-demand woes over milk, a local businessman is working on plans to airlift 4,000 Holstein dairy cows into the country.

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'Wonder Woman' buries 'The Mummy' at UK Box Office

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 03:35 IST

London [UK], June. 14 (ANI): Despite Tom Cruises' stellar performance and jaw-dropping action sequences, The Mummy was crushed by Patty Jenkins' superhero saga Wonder Woman, which continues to smash records across the world.

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Britain can still remain in EU: French President Macron to May

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 02:56 IST

London [UK], June. 14 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron has conveyed to visiting British Prime Minister Theresa May, that the door remains open for the United Kingdom to stay in the European Union.

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U.S.: Indian youth shot at in Atlanta, in critical condition

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 02:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 14 (ANI): Indian youth Sameer Patel, who hails from Patan, Gujarat, was shot at in a departmental store in Atlanta, USA on Monday night.

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Telangana Govt. helps 'tortured' abuse victim stand on her feet again

Updated: Jun 14, 2017 02:07 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 14 (ANI): The 19-year old girl who was rescued from the clutches of her abusive stepmother, is now fully healed and is pursuing a career in nursing, with the help of the state government

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North Korea threatens to strike New York

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 23:12 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 13 (ANI) : North Korea has threatened United States saying, its nuclear weapons can hit New York, and such a strike "might be proven in practice."

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American student released by North Korea is in coma

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 23:12 IST

New York [U.S.], June 13 (ANI): American university student Otto Warmbier has been released after more than 17 months of detention in North Korea, but has been in coma for over a year.

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Gujarat schoolchildren distributed bags with Akhilesh Yadav's photo

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 22:41 IST

Chhota Udaipur (Gujarat) [India], June 13 (ANI): As many as 12,000 school bags were distributed by the Gujarat education department carrying pictures of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav in the tribal district Chhota Udaipur.

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Six parties adopt resolution for separate Gorkhaland state

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 22:25 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 13 (ANI): As many as six parties including the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday adopted a resolution for a separate Gorkhaland state.

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U'kand CM announces increase of MLA fund

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 22:25 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 13 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Tuesday announced an increase of Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) fund from Rs. 2.75 crore to Rs. 3.35 crore.

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Telangana releases Rs. 5,755 crore for farming sector

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 22:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 13 (ANI): Telangana Agriculture Minister Pocharam Srinivas Rao on Tuesday said Rs. 5,755 crore have been released for the farming sector for 2017-18 and Rs. 4,000 crore for loan waving alone.

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Govt. should strike a deal for Mallya's return: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 22:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Retorting to the claims of absconding loan defaulter Vijay Mallya, Janata Dal (United) on Tuesday said that the embattled liquor baron will not return to India until he wishes to.

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Multiple grenade attacks rock J-K

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:59 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): A third grenade attack took place on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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J-K: Weapons snatched from retired Justice Mohammad Athar's residence

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:58 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): Amid the anti-terror operation launched in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, an incident of weapon being snatched at Anchidora at the house of retired Justice Mohammad Athar has come to light.

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EU to initiate legal action against Hungary, Poland, Czechs

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:58 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 13 (ANI) : The European Union will launch legal action against Hungary, Poland and the Czech Republic this week for refusing to accept their share of refugees.

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Trump to visit Wisconsin to fill skills gap

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:51 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 13 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump will visit Wisconsin on Tuesday to fill the skills gap in manufacturing jobs.

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Jadeja and wife Reeva name their daughter `Nidhyana`

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who recently became father last week, has revealed that he and his wife Reeva Solanki have named their daughter ` Nidhyana'.

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Head for iconic road trips in California

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): If you are an adventure freak, do not miss the iconic California road trips to have an ultimate experience.

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Anti Tank Guided Missile Nag successfully test-fired

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:31 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Anti-Tank Guided Missile Nag was successfully flight tested today in the desert ranges of Rajasthan.

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Telangana: ACB raids houses of Kukatpally's Sub-Registrar

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:31 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials on Tuesday conducted raids on 10 houses of Kukatpally's Sub-Registrar Rachakonda Srinivasa Rao, his brothers and relatives.

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Nokia marks its re-entry in India with three android phones

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): HMD Globals launched its much-anticipated Nokia android phones on Tuesday in India, with a promise to provide "pure android" to the consumers.

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Another grenade attack on CRPF company in J-K's Pulwama

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 21:18 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): Another granade attack on a Central Reserve Police Force company took place on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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Centre hopes states will get huge revenue in mining sector

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): With the transparent auction of 24 mineral blocks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government hopes that States will get estimated revenue of over Rs. 1 lakh crore over the lease period of the mines.

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Pak's middle-order has been exposed, concedes Arthur

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:48 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): Despite Pakistan booking their place in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy following a heroic win over Sri Lanka, head coach Mickey Arthur has conceded that out-of-form middle order batsmen are a matter of concern.

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Pakistan should quit Saudi-led alliance

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:47 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): Nawaz Sharif government has been cautioned of getting embroiled in the Middle East conflict and suggested to immediately end its involvement in the Saudi-led Islamic Military alliance, Dawn, a leading Pakistani news

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Technical snag in Delhi metro blue line leaves thousands stranded

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The passengers of the Delhi blue line metro service today faced a technical snag as the line that connects Noida and Vaishali to Dwarka ran at a snail's pace around 5 p.m.

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These iftar ingredients may work amazingly as beauty mask

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:15 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): Whenever we talk about Ramazan, names of dishes like pakodas, dahi baray, chola chaat tag along, for iftar.

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73 kgs of Cannabis seized, six arrested in Hyderabad

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 13 (ANI): As many as six persons were arrested and 73 kilograms of cannabis was seized on Tuesday.

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'Father of Indian Green Revolution' MS Swaminathan-hails-Modi-government

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 20:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Eminent Agriculture scientist and Chairman of National Commission on Farmers (NCF) M.S. Swaminathan on Tuesday lauded the agriculture policies being pursued by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government at the Centre.

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Trump did it again, slams 'dirty' media

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:51 IST

New York [U.S.], June 13 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump again took to twitter to slam the media saying "fake news" is being published.

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Delhi Petrol dealers support 'No Purchase, No Sale' from June 16

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI): Delhi Petrol Dealers Association on Tuesday announced support to 'No Purchase, No Sale' call by Federation of All India Petroleum Traders (FAIPT) from June 16.

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'No sex, No meat' during pregnancy is 'suggestion': Ministry of AYUSH

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) on Tuesday cleared the air on 'no sex, meat or bad company' during pregnancy and said that this was just a suggestion or an advisory, it's not a prescription.

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Tripura Govt. announces pay and pension revision award

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:42 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Tripura Government has announced hike in the pay and pension of serving and retired government employees.

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Maharashtra opens kitty for agitating farmers

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrakant Patil on Tuesday stated that the State Government on Tuesday decided to give Rs.10, 000 to farmers owning less than five acres of agricultural land for purchase of seeds.

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Check out for solutions to sex problems among urban couples

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:33 IST

New York [USA], June 13 (ANI): In this urban jungle, spending quality time and special moments is a problem for many couples.

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Gabala Shooting WC: Satyendra finishes eighth in Men's 3P event

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): India's Satyendra Singh reached the finals of the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event, on the concluding day of competitions at the third and final stage of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol series, which was held in Gabala, Azerbaijan.

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India's renewable energy exceeds conventional energy

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): India is staying true to its ambitious renewable energy targets by showing a steady growth in renewable energy installations in the country, which, as of April 2017, account for 17.5 percent of the total energy source.

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Congress leader Scindia released on personal bond

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:22 IST

Dhodar (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia was on Tuesday released on personal bond.

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Nine CRPF personnel injured in grenade attack in J-K's Pulwama

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:12 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): As many as nine Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured in a grenade attack on its camp in Jammu and Kashmir's Tral.

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Kerala to host its first beauty contest for transgenders

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:11 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 13 (ANI): Dhwayah, Transgender arts and charitable society, is organising its first venture 'Queen of Dhwaya 2017', a beauty contest in Kerala's Kochi on June 15.

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Telangana CM pays tribute to renowned poet Narayana Reddy

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:11 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 13 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Tuesday paid his tributes to well known poet and multifaceted personality Dr C. Narayana Reddy, who passed away yesterday.

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Gujarat: Students punished for sporting single braid

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:11 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 13 (ANI): A shocking case of corporal punishment has been witnessed in a school in Gujarat's Ahmedabad city where an 11-year-old girl was hospitalised after being forced to perform sit-ups by the school authorities for forty minutes, as an outcome of not sporting two braids.

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Sindhu marches into Indonesia Open second round

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:07 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 13 (ANI): Rio-Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu kicked off her campaign at the Indonesia Super Series Premier event with a straight-games victory over Thailand's Pornpawee Chochuwong in the women's singles event here on Tuesday.

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Mallya granted bail, to appear in London court on July 6

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:06 IST

London[U.K.], June 13 (ANI) : The Westminster Magistrates Court granted bail to Vijay Mallya till 4th of December this year and scheduled the next hearing of the extradition case against him to 6 July.

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Ministry of Food Processing signs MoU with Germany

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:06 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI) : Ministry of Food Processing Industries has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ANUGA, world's largest promotional and investment trade fair organised in Germany.

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Janaushadhi Kendras at railway stations soon

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 19:05 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government would be very soon opening Janaushadhi Kendras at railway stations to provide cheap, quality generic drugs for the common man.

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GJM protest: MHA monitoring situation developing in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is monitoring the situation developing in Darejeeling, sources said.

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Jitendra Singh lauds Kashmiri students for qualifying IIT-JEE

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 13 (ANI): Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh on Tuesday lauded the Kashmir youth for their excellence in the IIT-JEE entrance exam, saying that the Valley has one of the best talents across the nation.

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This Father's Day, give your dad a refreshing modern look

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Fatherhood is not limited to merely taking the responsibility of kids. It involves a bountiful of added commitments of maintaining a partnership of a lifetime, navigating a busy job, staying healthy, and most importantly balancing a steady social life.

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Farmers' suicides are result of family disputes, says MP Home Minister

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi/Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Bhupendra Singh on Tuesday said farmers' suicides in the state are a result of family disputes and not because of debt in agriculture.

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Ali Asgar reveals why he quit 'The Kapil Sharma Show'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): Comedian-actor Ali Asgar, who quit 'The Kapil Sharma Show' in March, recently revealed the reason for taking the step.

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President Mukherjee arrives in Kanchipuram for day-long visit

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:32 IST

Arakkonam (Tamil Nadu) [India]: President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday arrived in Tamil Nadu's Kanchipuram for a day-long visit.

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De Villiers to lead Proteas in England T20 series

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:32 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 13 (ANI): AB de Villiers will lead the 14-member South Africa squad in absence of regular captain Faf du Plessis in the three-match NatWest T20 series against England, beginning June 21 in Southampton.

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Love hormone is released during crisis?

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): 'Love Hormone,' which has long been associated with relationships in several ways, now can be termed as 'crisis hormone.'

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China to India: Future potential in the youth, promote greater exchanges

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 13, (ANI): China has called for promoting greater exchanges between the youth of India and China saying, "As the future potential of the world's largest developing countries lay in their hands".

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No such thing like 'governance' in Bihar: Rudy

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:17 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Tuesday said that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been running government under the pressure of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and there is no such thing like governance left in Bihar.

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Hyderabad garage owner makes two-wheeler ambulance for poor

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:17 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 13 (ANI): There are many who cannot afford an ambulance service due to poverty and lately we have seen people carrying dead bodies on their shoulders, walking for kilometers.

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Rahul does politics for picnic: BJP

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday took a dig at Rahul Gandhi after he announced his vacation in Italy and said that the Congress vice-president does not take politics seriously.

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Heatstroke: You are not safe even in car

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Summer is at its peak, so is the use of air conditioner. But the continuous switchovers between Non-AC and AC zone can take a toll on your health, even in your cars.

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Centre to build consensus on Presidential polls

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Centre on Tuesday said it will consult all the political parties and build a consensus on Presidential polls.

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Thanks to Swaraj, says four-year-old infant's father from Pak

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Father of four-month-old infant, Rohaan, who arrived in the national capital today for medical treatment, thanked External Affair Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj for her support and expressed hope that the other Pakistani families are also allowed to avail medical facilities in India.

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Shocking! Teen girl forced to eat buffalo dung to ward off evil spirits

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:50 IST

Latur (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): In another case of being superstitious, a 17-year-old-girl was made to eat buffalo dung in Maharashtra's Latur to ward off evil spirit.

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Shocking! Rats nibble on newborn's fingers in Rajasthan's hospital

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:38 IST

Banswara (Rajasthan) [India], June 13 (ANI): In another case of hospital negligence, a four-day-old baby was found nibbled by rats at a government-run hospital in Rajasthan's Banswara district.

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Emkay Global, DBS Vickers sign agreement for co-branding and distribution of Equity Research

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Emkay Global Financial Services Ltd. a leading financial services company in India today signed an exclusive agreement with DBS Vickers Securities (Singapore) Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of DBS Bank, the largest bank of Southeast Asia, for sharing of knowledge, co-branding of research and its distribution to the global clients of DBS Vickers.

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FC Pune trounce Mohun Bagan 3-0 to lift Under-19 IFA Shield

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:35 IST

Pune [India], June 13 (ANI): Indian Super League (IPL) franchise FC Pune City's U-19 team defeated home team and multiple time champions Mohun Bagan to win the prestigious 121st U-19 IFA Shield tournament that concluded on Sunday.

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Af-Pak tensions gave China opportunity to dominate

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:34 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 13 (ANI): Increasing tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan has given China an opportunity to acquire leadership role by mediating between the two Islamic countries and also to keep India away.

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Deepa Malik accuses Delhi Govt. of mistreating Para athletes

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Paralympic silver-medalist Deepa Malik on Tuesday charged the Delhi Government with overlooking paralympics athletes and felicitating only able-bodied Rio Olympic medallists.

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Mallya denies all allegations of being a defaulter, says has evidence to prove it

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:25 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 13 (ANI): Business tycoon Vijay Mallya on Tuesday categorically denied all allegations of being a defaulter of banks back in India, and said he had evidence to prove it in any court.

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Trump reacts on Twitter on 9th Circuit Court verdict

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:17 IST

New York [U.S.], June 13 (ANI): Reacting furiously on twitter to the San Francisco-based 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling against reinstating his revised executive order limiting travel from six-Muslim majority countries, President Donald Trump emphasized that the travel ban is essential at such a dangerous time in America and the world.

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Army's Kashmir Super-40 craft unparallel success story

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:16 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Army's Kashmir Super - 40 initiative for coaching the Jammu and Kashmir youth for Engineering Entrance Exam (IIT-JEE) broke all previous records when nine students of its 2016-17 batch cracked the highly competitive and prestigious IIT-JEE advance.

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Sachin Jigar rope in Sawan Khan Mangniyar for `Parmanu`

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Bollywood composers Sachin-Jigar have roped in Rajasthani sufi singer Sawan Khan Mangniyar for the upcoming John Abraham- starrer 'Parmanu'.

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Money laundering case: Ex-Karnataka CM Kumaraswamy's anticipatory bail rejected

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 17:15 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Special Investigation Team (SIT) court on Tuesday rejected further extension of anticipatory bail to former Karnataka chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with a money laundering case.

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Govt. is implementing resources to its fullest, says Piyush Goyal

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Hailing the achievements made by the ministries for their effortless attributes in the last three years of the Narendra Modi-led government, Union Minister of State (IC) for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines Piyush Goyal has ensured optimum utilisation of natural resources for national development for various crucial energy related programmes.

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Kohli leapfrogs de Villiers, Warner at top of ODI Rankings

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:54 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 13 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top batting spot in the latest ICC ODI Player Rankings for batsmen released on Tuesday morning following the conclusion of the last round of league matches in the Champions Trophy 2017.

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Chhota Shakeel's shooter given further three-day police remand

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Tuesday sent gangster Chhota Shakeel's shooter Junaid Chowdhary to further three-day police remand.

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AIADMK's Saravanan pleads innocence, says he is being misinterpreted

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:41 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 13 (ANI): Madurai South MLA S. S. Saravanan who fell prey to the hands of a sting operation, on Tuesday said that false rumours are being circulated against him and that he is being misinterpreted.

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Ronaldo charged with defrauding Spanish authorities of 14.7 million Euros

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:40 IST

London [UK], June 13 (ANI): Spain's prosecutor's office in Madrid has filed a tax fraud lawsuit against Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo of allegedly defrauding Spanish tax authorities of 14.7million Euros.

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Abhijeet Group promoters arrested in fraud case

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India] June 13 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday arrested promoters of Abhijeet Group--Manoj, Abhishek Jayaswal, and former DGM of Canara Bank T. L. Pai for defrauding Canara and Vijaya Bank of Rs. 290 crore.

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Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia arrested in Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:36 IST

Dhodar (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 13 (ANI): Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia was arrested on Tuesday under Section 151 near Mandsaur.

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AI flight en route Dubai makes emergency landing at Mumbai Airport

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): An Air India plane en route Dubai from Calicut was on Tuesday requested emergency landing at the Mumbai Airport.

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U.S. gamble of supporting Al-Qaeda backfired, says Putin

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:33 IST

Moscow [Russia] , June 13 (ANI) : Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the United States gamble of creating and nurturing Al -Qaeda and its late mastermind Osama bin Laden to fight Soviet troops in Afghanistan, has now backfired and "That is the trap in which the United States got caught into."

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Maharashtra Board SSC result 2017 declared, girls outshine boys again

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): Girls have outperformed boys by in the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Certificate (MSBSHSC) examinations, the results of which were released today.

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Qualcomm launches STEM education initiatives with United Way of Hyderabad, Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Qualcomm India on Tuesday announced its association with United Way of Hyderabad and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement to launch a flagship project Qualcomm® aqriti™ - promoting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education among underprivileged girls.

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What are Ranbir-Katrina upto in between `Jagga Jasoos` promotions

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): 'Jagga' Ranbir Kapoor and 'Jughead' Katrina Kaif, who are gearing up for the release of their much-delayed project 'Jagga Jasoos', are seen here having some fun in between promotions.

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'My Jiffies' speaks about slice of everyday life

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Every small or big thing, happening around us, has a story in it. All you need to do is search for that story in it.

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My work is to serve people, says Hardik Patel post-release

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:23 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Gujarat's Patidar quota agitation leader Hardik Patel, who was detained by the police when he was heading to Mandsaur in Madhya Pradesh to meet family members of those killed in the police firing during a farmers' agitation, has been released.

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32-year-old raped in Bandra Jaipur Aravali express, accused arrested

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:22 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 13 (ANI): Western Railways on Tuesday confirmed that one person has been arrested for raping a 32-year-old girl on the Bandra-Jaipur Aravali Express on June 9.

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Centre to open 800 passport service centres at head post offices

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:21 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Centre has decided to open passport service centres at all 800 district head post offices across the country by 2019.

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First woman detained in Singapore for "radicalisation"

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:21 IST

Singapore, June 13 (ANI): A 22-year-old infant care assistant, Izzah Zahrah Al Ansari, has been detained on charges of radicalisation in Singapore.

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Sanjay Dutt's early release from jail could set a wrong precedent, says Ujjwal Nikam

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 13 (ANI): Senior prosecuting lawyer Ujjwal Nikam on Tuesday appeared to take exception to the fact that well known actor Sanjay Dutt was allowed an early release from prison on grounds of good behaviour, saying that other convicts could also use this plea to get out of jail in the future.

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Mixing booze, pot ups risk of fatal rear-end collision by five times

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): Word of caution! Use of marijuana, in combination with alcohol by drivers, is especially dangerous, according to a latest study.

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Rahul Gandhi to visit relatives abroad

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 16:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said that he would be travelling over the next few days to visit his relatives.

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Pulin Kumar of adidas India makes it to 'Top General Counsels List of India'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Group Senior Director Legal and Compliance of adidas group India, Pulin Kumar has made it to the list of the GC (General Counsel) for India. The Legal 500 has been analyzing the capabilities of the law firms across the world for last 30 years.

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Ustad Amjad Ali Khan meets PM Modi, presents his book

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Acclaimed musician Ustad Amjad Ali Khan on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and presented his book 'Master on Masters' on the lives and times of 20 greatest icons of Indian Classical Music.

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Theweightmonitor.com launches mobile app for easier access to one-stop weight management platform

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI-NewsVoir): Theweightmonitor (TWM), Delhi-based startup and India's first fully online weight management portal announces the launch of its mobile app, thereby making it easy for the customers to avail one-stop weight management platform.

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AIADMK sting: OPS seeks clarification from MLA Saravanan

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:53 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 13 (ANI): All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader O. Panneerselvam on Tuesday said he has sought an explanation from his loyalist MLA S.S. Saravanan from AIADMK's rival Sasikala faction.

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Here's how a diabetic can lose 6 kgs in 6 months

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): Losing weight for a person, suffering from diabetes, can be a bit difficult, but a study says that eating a plant-based vegetarian diet can help you lose 6.20 kg of weight in six months.

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Season 2 of Netflix` '13 Reasons Why' starts filming

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The stage is set! Filming of the highly anticipated second season of Netflix series '13 Reasons Why' has finally started.

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Army Chief General Rawat meets 'Super 40' Kashmiri students

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Tuesday met Kashmiri students of Super 40 programme who cleared their Joint Entrance Examination - Advanced (JEE - Advanced) this year.

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UP Govt. to make marriage registration compulsory for all

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:47 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government has now decided to make marriage registration compulsory for all communities.

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NHRC issues to Haryana Police over May 29 Gurugram gang rape

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 15:14 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India), June 13 (ANI): Haryana's Director General of Police and the Police Commissioner of Gurugram have been given a month to respond to notices issued by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) over the gang rape of a woman.

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FICCI to hold discussions on promoting Indo-Korean Economic Partnership

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Union Finance Minster Arun Jaitley will address a seminar, organised by FICCI along with Korea Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) from June 14-15 in South Korea.

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Venture Catalysts expands its operational ambit to Bangalore

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): India's leading and fastest growing seed investment and innovation platform Venture Catalysts has announced the expansion of its operations into the city of Bangalore by opening a regional centre.

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ACB raids 10 locations in Hyderabad

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:39 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 13 (ANI): The Telangana Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday raided over 10 places, including Kukatpally sub-registrar Rachakonda Srinivas Rao and his close associates' properties and houses in Hyderabad.

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PSL spot-fixing row: Jamshed dubs evidence against him as `ridiculous`

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:32 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): Suspended batsman Nasir Jamshed, who is being investigated by the English authorities for his suspected involvement in the spot-fixing scandal in the second edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) by describing the evidence against him as `ridiculous`.

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Lalu's BPL servant gifted plot to Rabri Devi: Sushil Modi

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:31 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 13 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Kumar Modi on Tuesday alleged that Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's servant "gifted" two plots of land in Patna to Lalu's wife Rabri Devi and daughter Hema Yadav while the servant is a Below Poverty Line (BPL) card holder.

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PeeCee's `too tired to smile` as she heads to Prague

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Global star Priyanka Chopra--- who has had a hectic week in Mumbai juggling between brand commitments, reading scripts and spending quality time with her family and friends--- now seems to be too tired to even smile for a picture.

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PM Modi failed to live up to promises made to people: Ashok Gehlot

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Former Rajasthan chief minister and Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of failing to live up to the promises he made to the people of the nation.

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Chris Evans' days of `Captain America` coming to an end?

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:24 IST

London [UK], June 13 (ANI): 'Captain America' fans, we might have some bad news for you.

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Over Rs.2 lakh fine for UP village man for divorcing wife

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:23 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): A man of the Turk community has been fined Rs. 2 lakh as penalty and Rs. 60,000 as a Mehr for allegedly divorcing his wife through triple talaq in the Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh.

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Rubique launches TAB solution to make financing simple for MSMEs

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): For MSMEs, raising capital so far has been a herculean task with all the tedious paperwork, evaluation of credit history and high rejection rates due to various reasons. But, things are now set to change as the leading fintech player Rubique is making a strong headway in the country's lending ecosystem with its ultimate lending solution, the new TAB (Tech Assisted Business Solution) feature.

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Munich shooting: Several wounded, shooter arrested

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:13 IST

Munich [Germany], June 13 (ANI): Several people have reportedly been wounded after an attacker opened fire on them at the Unterfoehring subway station in Munich.

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Indonesia Open: Saina edges past Ratchanok to enter second round

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:13 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 13 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal came out with a splendid performance against Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon to enter the second round of the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier on Tuesday.

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DataWind hits the numero uno spot in tablet market again

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 14:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Low cost providers of Internet and tablets DataWind has announced its hitting the numero uno spot with 34.2 percent market share in 1Q' CY 2017, followed by IBall and Samsung at 16.3 percent and 14.7 percent respectively according to the latest CMR report.

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Democrats join hands with Republican Rand to oppose Saudi arms deal

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:50 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): Senate Democrats are joining hands with Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky to oppose a segment of U.S. President Donald Trump's arms deal with Saudi Arabia.

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Sunil, Ali, Chandan to join Kapil Sharma's rival Krushna Abhishek for show?

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): If reports are to be believed, Kapil Sharma might be in for a huge setback as Sunil Grover, Ali Asgar and Chandan Prabhakar are speculated to join his rival Krushna Abhishek for a show.

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AXILSPOT appoints Redington as National Strategic Business Partner for India

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Global leader in enterprise WLAN solutions AXILSPOT has roped in Redington, the largest Supply Chain Solution Provider in emerging markets as its National Strategic Business Partner.

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Taiwan to rethink cross-strait relations as Panama ties diplomatic knot with China

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:46 IST

Beijing [China], June 13 (ANI): Infuriated over the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Panama, Taiwan said on Tuesday it would rethink its relations with the mainland in the wake of this decision and also accused it of stoking confrontation.

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Personalised molecular therapy slows progression of tumors

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): A study has found that patients with neuroendocrine cancer may experience fewer symptoms and survive longer by undergoing personalised peptide-receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT).

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Every political party should oppose slaughter ban: AAP

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Supporting Meghalaya Assembly's decision to revoke the Centre's regulation of Animal's Act notification, which prohibits slaughtering of cow in animal markets, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday said that every state and every political party should oppose this ban.

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UP CM Adityanath might not host Iftar party

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:38 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath might not host an Iftar party at his official residence, 5 Kalidas Marg.

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Germany: Policeman shot at Munich metro station

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:38 IST

Munich [Germany], June 13 (ANI): According to initial reports, a policeman has been shot by a gunman at the Unterfoehring subway station in the city on Tuesday.

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Alison Brie clarifies her un-nerving 'Entourage' audition story

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): 'Community' star Alison Brie, who made some alarming comments at the ATX Television Festival in Austin, Texas regarding her audition for the HBO series 'Entourage', has now clarified her remarks.

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CSA announces R350 million-investment for stadium upgrades

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:31 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 13 (ANI): In the wake of the recently announced new T20 Global League, Cricket South Africa (CSA) has earmarked more than R350 million to be invested on stadium refurbishment and upgrades over the next three years.

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Gurugram teen vows to make underprivileged computer literate

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:31 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Government of India's Digital India Programme, helmed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has created waves across the country.

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RBI issues new Rs.500 bank notes with inset letter 'A'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:27 IST

Mumbai [India], June 13 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced on Tuesday that it has issued Rs.500 bank notes with inset letter 'A'.

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Brinda Karat has committed unforgivable crime by supporting Sandeep Dikshit: MoS Ahir

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Condemning Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) leader Brinda Karat for extending support to Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's remark that Army Chief General Bipin Rawat was behaving like a street thug, Minister of State for Home Affairs Hansraj Ahir on Tuesday said such "statements are against the nation and are an unforgivable crime."

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War of words: JD (U) exudes confidence about winning Bihar and U.P.

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:24 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] on Tuesday exuded confidence that they would win simultaneous assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, if such elections were to take place in the near future.

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Nepal EC rules out third phase for local polls

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:24 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 13 (ANI): Nepal Chief Election Commissioner Ayodhee Prasad Yadav has ruled out the possibility of holding local elections in the plains in a third phase.

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Hardik Patel detained near Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:13 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Gujarat's Patidar quota stir leader Hardik Patel was detained in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch district on Tuesday while en route to Mandsaur to meet the kin of farmers' killed in police firing during an agitation.

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B-town's Karan-Arjun rank on Forbes' 100 highest paid global celebs

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Forbes magazine's 2017 list of the world's highest-paid celebrities is out and the 'Badshaah' of Bollywood, at no. 65, is the top-ranked Indian.

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Tej Pratap, as Health Minister, will get preference: IGIMS medical superintendent

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 13:07 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 13 (ANI): Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav found themselves embroiled in yet another controversy when it was revealed on Monday that three doctors were deputed from the Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS) hospital at their residence for over a week because "someone" in the former's family had fever.

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This is how Kindergarten class reacted to 'Wonder Woman'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): 'Wonder Woman' is not just getting a positive response at the box-office, but is affecting young children positively as well.

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J-K regularises over 650 'Rehbar-E-Taleem' teachers

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 13, (ANI) : The government of Jammu and Kashmir has regularised over 650 teachers, working under the "Rehbare-E-Taleem" scheme after a long gap of six years.

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Attention women! You can restore fertility non-surgically

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): Here's good news for women who wish to have babies, as a study has found that a minimal invasive treatment can help restore fertility in women with uterine fibroids - smooth muscle tumors of the uterus.

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Deficiency of Vitamin A ups tuberculosis risk by 10 times

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): Eat more carrots, spinach and broccoli, as a study warns that people with low levels of Vitamin A living in close contact with individuals with active tuberculosis may be 10 times more likely to develop the disease.

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Main aur mera matin: Salman Khan shares still from `Tubelight`

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Salman Khan, who shares a unique relationship with Matin Rey Tangu, has now given another glimpse of his camaraderie with the child actor.

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Opposition meeting tomorrow over presidential election

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Opposition leaders will be meeting on Wednesday to discuss the presidential elections scheduled to be held on July 17.

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Vikram Solar achieves milestone of 1GW solar manufacturing capacity

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Globally recognized and India's leading solar energy solutions provider Vikram Solar has announced reaching 1GW of manufacturing capacity.

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Experts to assess mountain agriculture status in Arunachal

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:17 IST

Itanagar 9Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): A team conducting a study on status of mountain agriculture in the Indian Himalayas is expected to visit Namsai and Wakro (Anjaw district) between June 12 and June 16, Department of Agriculture Advisor A K Purakayastha said.

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PeeCee becomes Mary Kom for 'Swacch Bharat Abhiyan'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra is back in her 'Mary Kom' avatar.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM Chouhan to visit farmer's families

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:15 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], Juen 13 (ANI): Days after ending his fast, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will visit the families of the deceased farmers in Mandsaur tomorrow.

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Hockey India announces 33 junior women core probables

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): After the recent improvement showed by the Indian senior men and junior men's teams, Hockey India is focused on bringing a similar upswing with the junior women's hockey team.

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German experts to investigate Kabul bombing that killed 150

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:08 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 13 (ANI): A team of the German experts is expected to visit Kabul to investigate the deadly May 31 bombing near the German embassy that killed at least 150 people.

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Arunachal farmers keen to go organic

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:08 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh would turn totally organic soon with global organic scientist Dr Nilmadhab Nanda offering progressive farmers the required mantra.

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Here's why it will be 'almost impossible' for Nadal to win Wimbledon 2017

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:04 IST

London [UK], June 13 (ANI): Fifteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal feels that it would be almost impossible for him to repeat his French Open success at the Wimbledon if his troublesome knees react to playing on grass in the way that they have for the last five years.

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Sharif, army chief meet Saudi King to discuss Gulf crisis

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:04 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Monday arrived in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to meet King Salman Bin Abdul Aziz as part of efforts to help resolve the ongoing diplomatic crisis in the Middle East.

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Mallya will be extradited, but can't fix time frame: V.K. Singh

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:04 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 13 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, General V.K. Singh (Retd.) on Tuesday said fugitive Kingfisher boss Vijay Mallya would be brought back to India. However, he refused to give a particular time frame for the same.

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Bangles thrown at Smriti Irani in Gujarat, one detained

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 12:04 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 13 (ANI): Police arrested a man for allegedly throwing bangles at Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani on Tuesday while she was addressing a 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' rally in Amreli town.

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Heavy rains, landslides claim 25 lives in Bangladesh

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:57 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 13 (ANI): At least 25 people have been killed in a landslide in the hilly districts of southern Bangladesh, following a heavy downpour the day before.

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WB: GJM calls for an all party meet in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:53 IST

Darjeeling (West Minister) [India], June 13 (ANI): A delegation of Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) has called for an all party meet in Darjeeling today.

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Who is `the badass in the bandana`?

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): 'Badass' Ajay Devgn has shared another poster of his upcoming action thriller film 'Baadshaho'.

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H-Energy signs FSRU Agreement with ENGIE for its LNG Re-Gasification Project in Maharashtra

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): H-Energy Gateway Private Ltd. on Monday announced signing of an agreement with Engie for chartering its Floating Storage Re-gasification Unit (FSRU) GDF SUEZ Cape Ann.

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Sarfraz Ahmed concerned with 'soft dismissals' ahead of England clash

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:36 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 13 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed feels that his side's soft dismissals, especially that of the middle order batsmen, are an area of concern going into the semifinals of the Champions Trophy against England to be played on Wednesday at the Sophia Gardens.

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Pak court issues arrest warrants for Chinese firm's directors

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:22 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], June 13 (ANI): An accountability court in Peshawar has issued arrest warrants for three Chinese women directors of a mining company after they failed to appear before the court in a case of alleged smuggling of antimony from mines in Chitral to China.

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Steve Carrell, Bryan Cranston's 'Last Flag Flying' to open New York Film Festival

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 13 (ANI): Richard Linklater's 'Last Flag Flying' is all set to open this year's New York Film Festival.

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Punjab Police inspector arrested for alleged links with drug traffickers

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 11:22 IST

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Special Task Force (STF) of the Punjab Police has arrested Inspector Inderjit Singh for his alleged links with drug traffickers.

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Switch from animal-based diet to vegetarianism marks Europeans' genes

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 13 (ANI): Researchers have found that a switch from animal-based diets to vegetarianism marks Europeans' genes, which led to proper human brain development, controlling inflammation and immune response.

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MLAs' support to AIADMK indeed purchased, alleges DMK

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:43 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Tuesday alleged that all the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs' support had indeed been purchased by the ruling government after reports emerged that the lawmakers were lured in by cash and gold to seek their support during Tamil Nadu Assembly's February trust vote.

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G-4 raises UNSC reforms at Intergovernmental negotiations

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:29 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): Brazil, Germany, Japan and India, also known as the G-4, raised the issue of categories of membership, the question of veto and regional representation, at the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Reform.

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FIR registered against Cong.'s Shakuntala Khatik for inciting violence

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:29 IST

Shivpuri (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): An FIR has been registered against Congress' Shakuntala Khatik and Venus Goyal in the Karera Police Station on charges of inciting a mob and other sections to resort to violence.

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Anushka scares up in first look of 'Pari'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The first look of Anushka Sharma's 'Pari' is all set to take your sleep away and make your nightmares comes true.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: Himachal thrash Tripura 24-0

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Hockey Himachal consolidated their position at the top of the table in Pool E as they defeated Tripura Hockey 24-0 of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Divi

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Karnataka: CCTV camera captures Govt. contractual employee assaulting woman colleague

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:09 IST

Raichur (Karnataka) [India], June 13 (ANI): A government woman employee was brutally thrashed and assaulted by her colleague at Raichur's Sindhanur city corporation in Karnataka.

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Big B goes out on a movie date with 'Thugs of Hindostan' co-stars

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Superstar Amitabh Bachchan, currently shooting for his upcoming project 'Thugs of Hindostan' alongside Aamir Khan and Fatima Sana sheikh, in Malta took a bout and went out for a movie with his co-stars.

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SRK hangs out with 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' director Imtiaz Ali

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 10:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Fans are really excited to see Shah Rukh Khan and director Imtiaz Ali work together in the upcoming movie 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'.

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London: Vijay Mallya's extradition case to be heard today

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:54 IST

London [U.K.], June 13 (ANI): Absconding liquor baron Vijay Mallya will today face extradition hearing in London's Westminster Magistrates Court where the Crown Prosecution Service will be arguing the case on behalf of India.

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Tata Steel to own Jamshedpur franchise of Indian Super League

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:54 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], June 13 (ANI): Tata Steel has successfully bid for the Jamshedpur franchise in the upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL).

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Here's how you can lose six to seven-folds of weight

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 12 (ANI): In a process to lose weight early, one size approach may not fit everybody, as a study has found that selecting a right diet based on person's blood sugar and fasting insulin levels is important to achieve six to seven-fold greater weight loss.

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Congress backs Meghalaya Assembly's resolution against slaughter ban rule

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Defending Meghalaya Assembly's decision to revoke Centre's regulation of Animal's Act notification, which prohibits slaughtering of cow in animal markets, the Congress has asserted that the government should not influence people's food habits and must respect the people's autonomy on the same.

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Bilingual kids are better at recognising voices: Study

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:40 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): Here's another benefit of speaking and understanding multiple languages for your kid, as a study has found that bilingual children have better cognitive control and focus for the tasks, which makes them better at recognising voices than their monolingual peers.

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Josh Brolin reveals his beefed up look for 'Deadpool 2'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Josh Brolin is ripped and all set for the sequel of 'Deadpool'.

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A colourful Miley performs at 2017 Capital Pride Concert

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 09:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Pop sensation Miley Cyrus surely held the vibrant rainbow high while performing at the 2017 Capital Pride Concert.

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Indian High Commission in London hosts reception for Team India

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:51 IST

London [U.K.], June 13 (ANI): The Indian High Commission in London, U.K. hosted a reception for the Indian Cricket Team, who is in the country for the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy tournament, on Monday evening.

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U.S. sanctions ISIS leaders involved in chemical weapons development

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:37 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): The United States has announced sanctions on two Islamic State (IS) chemical weapons experts, in the first such effort to specifically target the terrorist group's chemical weapons leadership.

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Mumbai: Three injured after car rams into divider

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:26 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): At least three people were seriously injured after a car lost control and rammed into a divider at the Bandra flyover last night.

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BCCI confirms Kumble will be Team India coach till West Indies tour

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 13 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) acting president C.K. Khanna has confirmed that Anil Kumble would be the head of coach of the Indian team till the West Indies tour.

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Dj Caruso confirms Deepika to be a part of 'XXX 4'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): It seems like Serena Unger aka Deepika Padukone will be returning for some more action in 'XXX' universe.

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Vaishno Devi shrine witnesses heavy rush of pilgrims

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 08:06 IST

Katra (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): Holy cave shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi has been witnessing heavy rush of pilgrims with approximately 50,000 yatris (pilgrims) every day.

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Democrats parody Trump for his 'all praise' Cabinet meeting

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:57 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): Minutes after United States President Donald Trump received a 'tribute paying session' at his Cabinet meeting in full public view on Monday, senior Democrat and New York Sen. Chuck Schumer released a short video parodying the roundtable.

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Pentagon says China's PLA expanding its global footprint

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:55 IST

Washington DC [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): The Pentagon released its annual report to the US Congress entitled Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China 2017 on 6 June. The highlight of this report is that in the Pentagon's view the People Liberation Army ( PLA ) is expanding its global footprint.

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Four-month-old Pakistani infant Rohaan arrives in India for treatment

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Four-month-old infant, Rohaan, who was slated to come to India for medical treatment banking on the assurance by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, arrived in Noida on Monday evening, and will undergo treatment at Jaypee Hospital in the national capital.

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Champions Trophy: Pakistan fined for slow over-rate, Sarfraz avoids one-match ban

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:19 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June. 13 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has been fined but luckily not suspended, for slow over-rate following their victory over Sri Lanka that propelled them into semi finals of the Champions Trophy.

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Pay dearly if caught frolicking at Rome's magical 'Trevi fontana'

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 13 (ANI): Municipal authorities in Rome are said to be imposing fines on locals and tourists indulging in unacceptable behaviour, in an attempt to protect their key monuments such as the Trevi fountain and the Colosseum, among others.

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US tops the chart in worldwide obesity

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 07:01 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 13 (ANI): A recent study shows that more than two billion adults and children across the globe are overweight or obese and suffer severe health problem because of their weight and the United States of America is leading in such cases.

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Rahul Gandhi's stance on Sandeep Dikshit 'too little, too late': BJP

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Responding to Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi's take on Sandeep Dikshit's 'sadak ka gunda' remark, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday while terming it to be 'too little and too late', claimed that it was the former himself who started the criticism against the Indian Army with his 'khoon ki dalali' comment.

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Centre disassociates from farmer loan waivers, faces wrath of Congress

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Soon after Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced the Centre's disassociation with loan waivers for farmers, the Congress party on Tuesday lashed out at the former, saying the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) must not make promises they cannot deliver.

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Congress backs Rahul, says BJP building 'fear psychosis' among people

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Congress on Tuesday backed party vice-president Rahul Gandhi's accusation that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is forcing everyone into silence, and stressed that the saffron party is building 'fear psychosis' among people which is simply wrong in a democracy.

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Separatist crackdown: 16 J&K police personnel deputed to NIA

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:43 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): 16 police officials in Jammu and Kashmir have been deputed to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for a period of three years, in order to assist the latter in certain separatist cases in the Valley.

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Gorkhas alienated by Mamata Govt., resulting in identity crisis: BJP

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:41 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 13 (ANI): Inculpating the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) Party for the ongoing protest in Darjeeling by Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) over the formation of 'Gorkhaland', the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday accused the state government of alienating the community, which resulting in them facing an identity crisis.

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India's growing electronics demand to create import gap of USD 300 billion

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): With an ever growing demand for electronic products in India, domestic production may touch USD 104 billion by 2020, thus leaving an import gap of USD 300 billion, according to a study conducted by the ASSOCHAM and NEC Technologies.

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Pak nationals condemn ceasefire violations, urge for India-Pak unity

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:38 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 13 (ANI): In the wake of the recent ceasefire violations witnessed along the Line of Control (LoC), Pakistani nationals while condemning the same, have said they would like to see more unity between India and Pakistan.

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Criminals taking CM Yogi's warnings as 'challenge': Congress

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 06:35 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Continuing its attacking stance on the Uttar Pradesh government over the law and order situation, the Congress party on Tuesday called on the Yogi Adityanath-led administration to focus on taking concrete steps against the criminals, who are taking the Chief Minister's warnings as a challenge.

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After 'Bad Liar' single, Selena Gomez teases 'Bad Liar'- the film!

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 05:49 IST

New York [US], June. 13 (ANI): The Internet exploded on Monday, after pop princess Selena Gomez announced the coming of Bad Liar- the 'film'.

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Trump showered with 'glowing tributes' in his first Cabinet meeting

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 05:30 IST

New York [US], June. 13 (ANI): An unusual 'tribute session' was witnessed at the first meeting of President Donald Trump's full Cabinet, as heads of his executive branch agencies showered praises on the first five months of Trump's administration, while the President basked in the pouring admiration.

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Remember Trump's 'covfefe'? Now it's an official act!

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 05:07 IST

New York [US], June. 13 (ANI): With the world still befuddled trying to figure out the meaning of 'covfefe'- a term seemingly coined by President Donald Trump, the word has now become an official bill.

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ISIS wants to take over Saudi Arabia: US State Department

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 05:04 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 13 (ANI): The U.S. Department of State has warned that ISIS is turning into an increasing threat for Saudi Arabia and has the potential to destabilize the nation.

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Putin critic Alexei Navalny jailed for 30 days

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 05:04 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 13 (ANI): Prominent Russian Opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been jailed for 30 days by a court in Russia, on charges of aiding in organising of mass public protests.

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Donald Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star vandalized.again!

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 04:22 IST

New York [US], June. 13 (ANI): Donald Trump's Walk of Fame star on Hollywood Boulevard was vandalized during the Pride's Resist March.

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Theresa May's stance might 'delay' EU-Brexit talks by a year

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 04:02 IST

London [UK], June. 13 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has been conveyed that if she insists on discussing a future trade relationship at the same time as Brexit, then the European Union will take a year to draft a new mandate for its chief negotiator, Michel Barnier, which will effectively kill the negotiations.

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Wish you success in building a 'powerful Russia': Kim Jong-un to Putin

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 03:47 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 13 (ANI): On the occasion of Russia Day, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Russian people on Monday.

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Afghanistan: US forces attacked in Nangarhar

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 03:03 IST

New York [US], June. 13 (ANI): A convoy of US and Afghan forces was attacked in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province on Monday.

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'Unprecedented Constitutional violations': Two attorneys general sue Trump

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 02:51 IST

London [UK], June. 13 (ANI): An unprecedented lawsuit aimed at Donald Trump alleges that the President's ties to the business empire that he built as a private citizen, violates anti-corruption clauses in the Constitution.

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I got us into this mess, I'll get us out of it: Theresa May

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 02:04 IST

London [UK], June. 13 (ANI): Following the snap polls drubbing, British Prime Minister Theresa May has assured her Conservative backbenchers saying, "I got us into this mess, and I'm going to get us out of it."

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Trump's revised travel ban blocked again by US appeals court

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 01:55 IST

London [UK], June. 13 (ANI): President Donald Trump's revised travel ban has run into a new hurdle, as another federal appeals court has upheld the decision to block the ban.

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Benami assets row: IT Dept summons Misa Bharti's husband again

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 01:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): The Income Tax Department on Tuesday has summoned Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's son-in-law Shailesh Kumar, in connection with the benami assets and tax evasion case registered against him.

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Mandsaur violence: Seven IAS officers, Home Secy transferred

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 01:13 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Amid the ongoing farmers' protest in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, the state government on Monday transferred seven IAS officers including Home Secretary Madhu Khare.

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Mumbai: Struggling model found dead in her house

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 00:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): A 23-year old model's body was found under mysterious circumstances at her residence in Amboli.

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Champions Trophy: Sarfraz powers shaky Pakistan to semis

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 00:26 IST

Cardiff [London], June 13 (ANI): Skipper Sarfraz Ahmed led from the front as he smashed an unbeaten half-century to guide Pakistan to a three-wicket win over Sri Lanka in their do-or-die Champions Trophy fixture and eventually to the semi-finals here at the Sophia Gardens on Monday.

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Money laundering row: Misa Bharti skips IT summons again

Updated: Jun 13, 2017 00:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti once again skipped the summons by the Income Tax Department on Monday, in connection with the money laundering case registered against her.

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JEE 2017: Nagaland lad emerges topper in North-East

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 23:35 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland) [India], June 12 (ANI): Saurab Jain, a 19 year old Dimapur lad, secured 735 rank among 2 lakh students from the country, in the all India IIT- Joint Entrance Exam (advanced) 2017 scoring 98 in Mathematics, 80 in Physics and 93 in Chemistry.

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Former test umpire SR Ramchandra Rao passes away

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 23:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The former test umpire SR Ramachandra Rao passed away on Sunday 81-year-old.

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J-K: Militants hurl grenade, injures two CRPF jawans

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:38 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): Two soldiers of the 180th battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) suffered injuries on Monday by a grenade hurled by the militants in Tral area of Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.

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Telangana CM recalls Telugu poet Reddy's services

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:28 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 12 (ANI): Expressing his deep condolence, Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao on Monday recalled late Telugu poet C. Narayana Reddy's service as a teacher, literary figure, poet, film lyricist as well as Member of the Rajya Sabha.

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Pradhan pulls up Odisha CM for "late" anti- corruption directive

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:28 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], June 12 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Naveen Patnaik for directing the government officers to stop receiving bribes as commission from contractors, Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday said it took 17 years for the Odisha Chief Minister to wake up to the corrupt practices that has been prevalent under the BJD's rule.

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Ivanka surprised by 'viciousness' of media covering her father's presidency

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:28 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump on Monday said that she is surprised by the "viciousness" of the media covering her father's presidency.

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Rashtra Sevika Samiti concludes its camp, stresses on women empowerment

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Rashtra Sevika Samiti which concluded its 15-day long camp stressed on women empowerment and to strengthen and integrate them.

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J-K: Army foils infiltration bid in Poonch

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:18 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] June 12 (ANI): The Indian armed forces on the wee hours of June 11-12 foiled an infiltration bid by Pakistan backed terrorists in Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Shahid Kapoor now has big 10 million family

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Shahid Kapooris enjoying a big family on Instagram.

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Rahul's comment on 'gunda remark' inadequate compared to sins of Congress: BJP

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday criticized Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for his remark against Sandeep Dikishit's statement on Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, stating that his comment was inadequate compared to the "sins" committed by the grand old party.

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Ancient sundial stands silently in front of Macca Masjid

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:05 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 12 (ANI): Very few people are aware of the existence of ancient Sun Clock at the Macca Masjid. This is because its historic importance has not been highlighted anywhere.

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UP: Eight inmates escape from Child Rehabilitation Centre

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 22:05 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), June 12 (ANI): As many as eight inmates of a Child Rehabilitation Centre in Para area of Lucknow fled on Monday.

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Earthquake of 6.2-magnitude jolts western Turkey

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:40 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 12 (ANI): A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.2 on the Richter scale struck western Turkey's Izmir province on Monday.

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Govt. not 'influencing' people's food habits, asserts Harsh Vardhan

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Union Environment Minister Harsh Vardhan on Monday categorically stated that the government doesn't intend to 'influence' people's food habits and that the rules framed under Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, which prohibits cow slaughter in animal markets, were framed under the directive of the Supreme Court.

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Indonesia Open: India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty enter main draw

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:22 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], June 12 (ANI): India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have marched into the main draw of the Indonesia Super Series Premier after recording two successive victories in the men's doubles qualifiers here on Monday.

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Vice President Ansari bats for responsible Press

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:22 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Vice President M. Hamid Ansari has said that in an open society like ours, we need a responsible Press to hold power to account.

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J-K: Pak continues to violate ceasefire in Krishna Ghati sector

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:03 IST

Krishna Ghati (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12(ANI): The Pakistan Army on Monday initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati area of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Porn clip played at BSF meet in Punjab, probe ordered

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:01 IST

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], June 12 (ANI): A probe has been ordered for playing a porn clip during a darbar meeting of the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the headquarters of the 77th Battalion in Punjab's Ferozepur.

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Telangana's investment at Rs. 73,000 crore since industry policy's launch

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 21:01 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 12 (ANI): Telangana has registered investments of Rs. 73,000 crore since the launch of TS-IPASS in 2015, the new industrial policy launched by the state government.

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Federer hails `incredible` Rafa post record 10th French Open triumph

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 12 (ANI): Eighteen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer has heaped praise on Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal by describing him as an `incredible` player after the latter recorded his 10th French Open title victory.

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Govt. committed to fast-track development of North-Eastern region: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:38 IST

Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], June 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said the government is committed to fast-track development of the North-Eastern region and steady progress in infrastructure development has been made here in various sectors including inter and intra-regional road, rail and air connectivity, power, education, health and setting up institutions of excellence and research in various fields.

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Pak identifies abducted Chinese nationals as 'preachers'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:38 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI): Pakistan's Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan was informed on Monday in a high level meeting that the two Chinese nationals, abducted from Quetta last month, were involved in preaching, instead of business activities, their declared purpose for visiting the country.

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J-K: Indian Army kills 16 terrorists in seven days

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Indian Army has gunned down as many as 16 terrorists in the last seven days who were attempting to create unrest in Jammu and Kashmir, sources said on Monday.

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Toilet Ek Prem Katha trailer: Good effort to further message of cleanliness, says PM Modi

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): It is a moment of pride for Akshay Kumar and team 'Toilet Ek Prem Katha,' as Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently lauded the trailer as 'good effort.'

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BJP rakes up 'goon' like non-issue to submerse farmers' woes: Congress

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:22 IST

New Delhi [India] June 12 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) should stop submersing the farmers' woes by raising 'non -issue' like Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's 'sadak ka gunda' remark for Army Chief.

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Southwest Monsoon hits Kolkata, north-eastern states

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 20:01 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Southwest Monsoon finally arrived in Kolkata on Monday.

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India expect tough challenge against Kyrgyzstan: Constantine

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:44 IST

Bengaluru [India], June (ANI): The India national football team are basking in the glory of winning seven matches on a trot but coach Stephen Constantine isn't being complacent ahead of taking on the Kyrgyz Republic tomorrow in their first home match of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Qualifiers.

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Telugu poet Reddy's demise is a major loss to literary world: PM

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Condoling the demise of Telugu Poet, lyricist and writer C. Narayana Reddy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the former's death is a major loss to the literary world.

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Sri Lankan Court extends remand of five Indian fishermen till June 19

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:30 IST

Mannar [Sri Lanka], June 12 (ANI): Sri Lanka's Mannar Court has extended the remand of five Indian fishermen till June 19.

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Tejashwi fine with wife who doesn't go to malls

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:25 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 12 (ANI): Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav is okay if his parents- Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi- find a wife for him who doesn't go to malls.

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CRPF says normalcy returning in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:24 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Monday said the normalcy is returning in Darjeeling as the strength of the force has been increased to tackle the indefinite strike called by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha for a separate Gorkhaland.

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`Oonchi Hai Building` one of my favourites: Jacqueline Fernandez

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Jacqueline Fernandez, who recently shot 'Judwaa 2's song 'Oonchi Hai Building' with Taapsee Pannu and Varun Dhawan, says she had fun recreating the magic of the iconic track.

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We have huge task at hand: Sunil Chhetri ahead of Kyrgyz clash

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:14 IST

Bengaluru [India], June 12 (ANI): Indian football team talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri, who has already scored 53 goals in 93 International outings donning the national colour, said the vibes in the team are very positive at the moment ahead of India's AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against the Kyrgyz Republic.

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Haryana: One killed, six injured as roof of under construction Gurudwara collapses

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:13 IST

Panipat (Haryana) [India], June 12 (ANI): At least one person was killed and six injured after roof of an under construction Gurudwara collapsed in Haryana's Panipat on Monday.

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PeeSafe raises USD 1 mn in pre-Series A funding

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Toilet hygiene global brand PeeSafe has announced raising of USD one million from Mumbai based Venture Catalysts, Detroit-Rome-Zurich-Mumbai based Alfa Capital, Green Shots Capital, and Real Time Ventures.

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Differently abled children can be best ambassadors for 'Anuyatra': Vice President

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:01 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 12 (ANI): Vice President M. Hamid Ansari has said that the differently abled children can be the best ambassadors for this innovative and ambitious campaign 'Anuyatra' or walking together campaign - for the persons with special needs.

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Kumble to continue as India coach till Windies tour: Vinod Rai

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Vinod Rai, chief of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), said on Monday that Anil Kumble will continue to serve as head coach of the Indian cricket team till the West Indies series.

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Ritesh Sidhwani clarifies all characters in 'Inside Edge' are fictional

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Riteish Sidhwani has clarified that all characters in 'Inside Edge,' India's first original drama series, are fictional and it is not based on any person in real life.

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Bombay HC questions Sanjay Dutt's early release

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:48 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): In a fresh spell of trouble for Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, the Bombay High Court on Monday asked the Maharashtra Government to justify its decision to release actor Sanjay Dutt from prison eight months early in the 1993 serial blasts case.

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Nitish hits back at UP Dy CM over re-elections

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:48 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 12 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday dared Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya to conduct fresh elections to ascertain the popularity of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partners in Uttar Pradesh.

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Five uncapped players in England T20 squad against Proteas

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:42 IST

London [U.K], June 12 (ANI): Lancashire dasher Liam Livingstone and Hampshire leg-spinner Mason Crane are among five uncapped players named in the 16-man England squad for the three-match NatWest IT20 series against South Africa, beginning June 21 in Southampton.

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INS Sahyadri on overseas deployment to Papua New Guinea

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): In pursuance of India's Act East policy, Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri is on an overseas deployment to the South East Asia and Southern Indian Ocean.

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Mahindra Racing Puts India on Global Motorsport Map with Victory at Berlin Formula E Race

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): It was a historic weekend for Indian motorsport as Mahindra Racing won its first ever Formula E race in Berlin on June 10 with a double podium finish. Swede, Felix Rosenqvist took first place while German teammate, Nick Heidfeld came in third. Felix followed this up with a blistering second place finish in Sunday's race, leading from start to finish, but falling back a place due to a 10 second penalty.

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56 snakelings born via artificial incubation in WB zoo

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:39 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): Three Pythons in Kolkata's Alipore Zoo gave birth to 56 snakelings by the process of artificial incubation. It is being termed as the historical achievement for the zoo.

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Goyal links '24x7 Power' with consumer honesty

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India] June 12 (ANI): Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday linked 24x7 power supply with the transmission and distribution (T&D) losses and consumer honesty.

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Nitish Kumar slams NDA over ongoing agrarian crisis in the nation

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:21 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 12 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, today slammed the NDA government over their ignorance towards the ongoing agrarian crisis.

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BJP MP honey trap case: Accused sent to judicial custody till June 23

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Monday sent Ajay Pal Chauhan, who is accused of helping a 40-year-old woman "honey-trap" a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Gujarat, to judicial custody till June 23.

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Calf with human face being worshipped, hailed as reincarnation of Lord Vishnu

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:14 IST

Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): In an incident which can surprise one and all, a calf born with a deformed human face is being hailed as a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu-Gokaran by the people in Muzaffarnagar District of Uttar Pradesh.

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Won't be able to finish Panamagate probe on time: JIT to Pak SC

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:13 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, has informed the country's apex court that it will not be able to finish its probe in the given 60-day time period due to the 'difficulties' created by some state institutions.

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NHRC notice to Bihar over denial of mortuary van

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notice to Bihar government and sought clarification over a report that a man in Bihar was forced to take the body of his deceased wife on a motor cycle after a government hospital didn't provide him a mortuary van.

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Heading to Switzerland? Keep these in your check-list

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Planning a trip to Switzerland this holiday season?

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Merger talks panel wasn't doing anything towards development: Panneerselvam

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:01 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 12 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O. Panneerselvam on Monday said the panel appointed for merger talks was not doing anything towards development and that's why the decision was taken to dissolve it.

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MobiKwik, BSNL tie-up to benefit 95 mn users with digital payment services

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): State-owned telecommunications major Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and new-age Indian mobile wallet major MobiKwik on Monday announced their strategic partnership to develop BSNL's mobile application.

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Sheena Bora murder: CBI informs court to challenge HC's order

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday informed a Special Court that it is considering challenging the High Court's order in Supreme Court which held one statement inadmissible in the Sheena Bora murder case.

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Amit Shah forms committee for talks with opposition on presidential polls

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Monday formed a three-member committee for consultations with the opposition over candidates for the upcoming presidential elections scheduled to be held on July 17.

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Modi Govt. has scored zero in creating jobs: Rahul

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:46 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Monday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government has failed to create job opportunities for the youth of the nation.

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To avoid coup, May installs Remainers on key posts

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:45 IST

London [Britain], June 12 (ANI): To avoid the coup against her government, British Prime Minister Theresa May has installed Remainers in key positions in her new government in the wake of dismal results of the election. The move is understood to have been taken to shore up support for a hard Brexit.

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Here are some apps for transparent & organised Real Estate market

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Digitisation and infusion of technology has become the moto of the real estate players in the present market scenario as many developers are working out on methods to make things user friendly for the customers.

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Search operations for crew of Mexican Navy Ship underway

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:32 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Indian Navy has launched a "Search and Rescue" operation to look for a lady cadet who has reportedly fallen overboard from Mexican Sail Training Ship (STS) Cuauhtemoc, at 14:00 hours yesterday in position about 560 Nm west of Goa.

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Sandeep Dikshit's comment against Army Chief was wrong, says Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the comment made by party leader Sandeep Dikshit against Army Chief General Bipin Rawat were wrong, insisting that politicians should refrain from making such statements against the Army Chief.

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GST workshop organised in Srinagar

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:28 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Central Excise Division in Jammu and Kashmir organised a workshop on Goods and Service Tax (GST) in Jammu and Kashmir.

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BCI submits reports of DU's Law faculty over LLB seats row

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Monday informed the Delhi High Court that it has inspected the law faculty of the Delhi University (DU) and also given inspection reports in a sealed cover and placed it before the Legal Education Committee for considering its meeting on June 17, 18 and 19.

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Meghalaya Assembly moves resolution against Centre's cattle sale ban

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:27 IST

Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Meghalaya Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution against the Centre's notification, banning the sale of cattle for slaughter.

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ISSF World Cup: Jitu Rai, Heena Sidhu bag gold in 10m Air Pistol event

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Ace shooters Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu brought joy to the Indian squad competing at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rife/Pistol stage at Gabala, Azerbaijan, when they clinched gold in the 10m mixed team air pistol event by beating Russia 7-6 in the finals on Monday.

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Tata Capital brings 'Salaam Loans' initiative to deserving individuals in Mumbai's Dharavi, Golibar Area

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Some people are brave enough to dream big and are bold enough to push limits and achieve great professional heights. However, sometimes lack of credit is the stumbling block for such individuals, which is prevalent not only in the rural sectors but also in urban, Tier 1 cities like Mumbai.

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'La Decima' Nadal replaces Djokovic at second spot in ATP Rankings

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Fifteen-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal has moved two places up to the second spot in the latest ATP Rankings post his record 10th French Open title win.

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Govt. institutions are tampering with records: Panamagate JIT to Pak SC

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 17:02 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, has informed the country's apex court that not only have some governmental departments shown reluctance in handing over relevant records, but some records have also been tampered with.

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Toni Nadal lauds `brilliant` Rafa post record 10th French Open triumph

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:58 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 12 (ANI): Describing Rafael Nadal's record 10th French Open title win as ` brilliant`, coach and uncle Toni Nadal has said that he had never doubted that the Spaniard would end his three-year Grand Slam drought.

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MP: Another Congress leader incites violence in protest-torn region

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:46 IST

Satna (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): At a time when the agitating famers of Madhya Pradesh are planning to intensify their stir, a Congress leader has added fuel to the fire.

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Champions Trophy: Kohli & Co. draw praise after demolishing Proteas

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Virat Kohli-led side received a flurry of praises from the cricket fraternity after they booked their place in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy by outplaying top ODI-ranked South Africa in a must-win fixture at the Kennington Oval in London last evening.

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The maiden edition of Angel Summit concludes in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Sita Pallacholla, Founder and CEO, The Angel Hub, had organised the first edition of The Angel Summit in Mumbai at ISDI. The Angel Summit was previously held in Hyderabad and Delhi.

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"Gunda' remark row: Karat says army chief is making objectionable statements

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Brinda Karat on Monday extended support to Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's remark that Army chief General Bipin Rawat was behaving like a 'sadak ka gunda'.

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Pakistan summons Indian envoy over cease-fire violations

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:14 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June. 12 (ANI): Pakistan has summoned India's Deputy High Commissioner J P Singh on Monday and condemned the alleged firing by Indian troops along the LoC in which two Pakistani civilians were killed.

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GST rates likely to have an impact on biodiesel industry, major players to suffer setback

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): High Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on Biodiesel will be the "final nail" in the coffin for the sunrise and green sector which is already reeling under the pressure of high, complex and varied taxation policies of the states and lack of clarity on the policy front, has made it even more vulnerable for the industry players.

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Big B walks down memory lane

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): It seems megastar Amitabh Bachchan is in a nostalgic mood as the actor has been posting numerous throwback pictures on social media.

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Saudi Army officer killed in terror attack

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 16:01 IST

Manama [Bahrain], June 12 (ANI) :A Saudi army major has been killed and two other soldiers injured when their night patrol car came under a bomb attack in the country's eastern Qatif province, the Interior Ministry said early Monday.

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GJM general secy seeks Centre's intervention in Gorkhaland fiasco

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:55 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) general secretary Roshan Giri on Monday sought Centre's intervention in the political turmoil in the state.

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ftcash introduces mobile payment solutions for automobile service centers across the country

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): India's fastest growing financial technology ventures ftcash has launched its mPoS services for small and medium automobile service centers. Now over 500 auto centers across the country, which have adopted the ftcash technology, can easily receive payments with just a bank account and a feature phone.

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GJM 'suicidal' bandh for 'political benefit': WB minister

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:33 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): West Bengal Power Minister Sovandeb Chatterjee on Monday dubbed the indefinite strike called by Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) as 'suicidal', saying that latter was spoiling the life of Darjeeling people for 'political gain.'

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First poster of 'Baadshaho' promises an action-packed ride

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Ajay Devgn fans, Rejoice! The first poster of his highly-anticipated movie 'Baadshaho' has been released.

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Cafe Coffee Day's new over the top sundaes will end every sweet craving you ever had

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Sundaes have become synonymous with celebration since its launch in 1881. It could be a family get-together, a meet-up with long lost friends or an impromptu party for having aced the exams; sundaes have added sweetness to a lot of occasions. Also, it's not like you always need a reason to treat yourself to this delightful dessert. Sometimes you just want to indulge your sweet tooth or add that dose of excitement to a slow day, and what better than a sundae to do this for you!

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FIR registered after three killed in Panama ship-fishing boat collision in Kochi

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:29 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 12 (ANI): An FIR has been registered under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in connection with the killing of three fishermen due to a collision between a Panama-based ship and a fishing boat.

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Sin to say anything that lowers Indian Army's morale: Jitendra Singh

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi[India], June 12 (ANI): Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Jitendra Singh on Monday criticised Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's derogatory remark against Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, asserting that it was a sin to say anything that would lower the morale of the Indian Army.

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Colin Trevorrow promises 'satisfying' finale to new 'Star Wars' trilogy

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:20 IST

London [UK], June 12 (ANI): Colin Trevorrow is the Hollywood's latest man to handle the big franchises. First, it was 2015s reboot of 'Jurassic' franchise, 'Jurassic World' and now he is all set to direct Episode IX of possibly the biggest movie franchises ever, 'Star Wars'.

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'Power of truth' being replaced by 'truth of power': Rahul

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:19 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Accusing the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central Government of silencing the people's voice, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the 'power of truth' was being completely replaced by the 'truth of power.'

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Probe launched into release of Gaddafi's son Saif

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 15:13 IST

Beijing [China] June 12 (ANI) : An investigation has been initiated into the release of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son and one-time heir apparent of late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, who was released on Sunday by Abu Bakr al-Seddiq Brigade,the Libyan militia group.

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Champions Trophy: Pakistan opt to field against Lanka

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:55 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 12 (ANI): Pakistan won the toss and elected to field against Sri Lanka in their do-or-die final Group B fixture of the Champions Trophy here at the Sophia Gardens on Monday.

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NEET 2017: IMA hails SC's directive to CBSE to declare results

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Welcoming the Supreme Court directive to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to declare National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) results, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Monday and said "this was the need of the day" as the court had no alternative.

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'Sadak ka gunda' row: Centre asks Sonia Gandhi to apologise, clarify stand

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Lashing out at the Congress for demeaning Army Chief General Bipin Rawat to a "street thug", the Centre on Monday said party chief Sonia Gandhi should issue an apology and clarify its stand on remarks against the Indian Army.

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Israel approves largest West Bank settlements in 25 years

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:14 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): Israel has approved over 8,000 news settlements in the West Bank, thus making it the largest expansion of Jewish homes in the area in 25 years.

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Amid continuous ceasefire violations by Pak, SDPO Naushera assures security

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:14 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): After the Pakistan Army initiated indiscriminated firing of small arms, automatics and mortars this morning along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) from Naushera Nawaz Chouhan said all precautionary measures have been taken.

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'Yeh Ballet' all set to be screened at London Indian Film festival

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Sooni Taraporevala's first virtual reality film 'Yeh Ballet' that captures the journey of two boys from Mumbai's chawls to a ballet school in the US, paves its way towards international film festivals.

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Beware! Back pain, diabetes may up risk of suicide

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 12 (ANI): A study has revealed that patients with a disease that lasts for more than three months like back pain, diabetes and heart disease are at increased risk of committing suicide.

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Indian electronics market expected to reach USD 400 billion by 2020: study

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The demand of electronic products in India is expected to grow at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 41 percent during 2017-2020 to reach USD 400 billion by 2020, the domestic production which is currently growing at a CAGR of 27 percent may touch USD 104 billion leaving a huge gap for import to the extent of USD 300 billion, according to the joint study brought out by ASSOCHAM and NEC.

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China promoted OBOR is a debt instrument only, claim European experts

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 14:04 IST

Brussels (Belgium) [Europe], June 12 (ANI): European economists and experts have concluded that the China-promoted One Belt and Road (OBOR) initiative is nothing else but a debt instrument that can and will drive several nations, including Pakistan towards bankruptcy.

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Shraddha shares intriguing poster of 'Haseena'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Actress Shraddha Kapoor has shared a new poster of her upcoming biopic 'Haseena Parkar'.

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Snapdeal Sunshine, Akshaa Patra supported by Uber & Huawei outnumber campaign target

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Snapdeal Sunshine, a CSR initiative run by Snapdeal, India's leading marketplace in a joint venture with Akshaya Patra and Huawei celebrate the milestone of raising three million meals - consistently raising 1 million meals for 3 months in a row since the launch of the campaign.

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SC allows CBSE to declare NEET results

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India] June 12 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday allowed The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to declare the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) 2017 results.

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Composer Ismail Darbar makes a comeback with Sanjay Dutt's 'Bhoomi'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Music composer Ismail Darbar, known for making soulful and melodious compositions in the past, will now be returning with the much anticipated upcoming film 'Bhoomi' starring Sanjay Dutt.

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Katrina to Ranbir: The competition is on

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Jughead Katrina Kaif has one thing to say to Jagga Ranbir Kapoor: The competition is on!

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Skullcandy launches Jib Bluetooth earbuds at Rs. 2,999

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Global leader endeavoring to extend the best audio experience Skullcandy has announced the launch of its selling Jib earbuds, now with Bluetooth functionality.

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Macron's party set for a stunning victory in French parliamentary election

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:18 IST

London [UK], June. 12 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist La Republique En Marche is heading towards a stunning majority in parliament after a strong showing in Sunday's first round of voting.

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Rahul, Sonia should apologise to nation for Sandeep Dikshit's remark on army chief: BJP

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): President of the Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Manoj Tiwari on Monday condemning Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's 'Sadak ka Gunda' remark for Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, and demanded that Congress president and vice president Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi apologise to the nation on the latter's behalf.

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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen module busted in Handwara, two terrorists arrested

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:10 IST

Handwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, two terrorists were arrested on Monday after the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Army personnel busted an active Hizb-ul-Mujahideen module in north Kashmir's Handwara in a joint operation.

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Champions Trophy: Basics helping me cut the edge, says Bumrah

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:09 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 12 (ANI): Jasprit Bumrah, the hero in India's emphatic win against South Africa to seal the semi-final berth in the ongoing Champions Trophy, has insisted that he has been trying to stick to basics which have so far helped him in the tournament.

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Christina Grimmie's family thanks fans for support

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): A year after Christina Grimmie's tragic death, her family has issued an emotional statement thanking her fans for all support.

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I'm sorry for anything I ever did: Katy Perry to Taylor Swift

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 12 (ANI): It seems like Katy Perry wants to bury the hatchet with fellow singer Taylor Swift.

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Glad people are boycotting Mallya socially: Ex-Kingfisher employee

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): After liquor baron Vijay Mallya was booed by visitors with shouts of "chor, chor" (thief) outside The Oval Stadium in London, where he was attending the India-South Africa Champions Trophy match, an ex-Kingfisher employee Neetu Shukla on Monday asserted she was glad to see this social boycott of the tycoon who was carrying out a pretense of being patriotic.

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Samosa vendor's son secures 64th rank in JEE-Advanced examination

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 13:02 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): JEE (Advanced) results are out and Vabilisetti Mohan Abhyas, the son of a samosa vendor in Hyderabad, has set a precedent for others to follow.

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CBFC chief thanks GST council for reducing tax rates on movie tickets

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahlaj Nihalani has thanked the government and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley for considering their request of reducing the entertainment tax limit.

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India to repatriate 11 Pakistani prisoners via Wagah Border today

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): As a goodwill gesture, India is going to release 11 Pakistani prisoners, who had served out their sentences, and repatriate to Pakistan via the Attari-Wagah border.

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UP Govt. to book land mafia under Gangster Act

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:45 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): In a major move to free state-owned land from illegal occupants, the Uttar Pradesh government has said that it will start booking land mafia under the Gangster Act.

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Indian Army gives befitting reply to Pak over ceasefire violations

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:45 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): With the Pakistani Army resorting to unprovoked mortar shelling and automatic weapons fire at various places along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir today, Defence Ministry spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Manish Mehta said the situation is under control and no casualty has been reported so far.

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Tourism takes severe hit in Darjeeling due to Gorkha-led shutdown

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:45 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): Tourism has taken a major hit in the scenic town of Darjeeling in West Bengal, with the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) spearheading a shut down on Monday over a demand for a separate state of Gorkhaland.

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Sandeep Dikshit apologises again, says shouldn't have used 'uncivilised' words

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit, who drew flak on Sunday for his derogatory remark against Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, on Monday tendered an apology for it, saying he shouldn't have used "uncivilised" words to convey his message.

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Sheena Bora Murder: Special CBI court adjourns hearing till June 22

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:37 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): The hearing in the Sheena Bora murder case has been adjourned till June 22 by a Mumbai's Special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Monday.

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Epigenetic changes at birth linked to fighting, lying habits in kids

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 12 (ANI): Exposure to alcohol, smoking and stressful events during pregnancy can lead to epigenetic changes - external modifications to DNA that turn genes 'on' or 'off' - at birth, linked to early onset of fighting, lying and stealing habits in children, warns a study.

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Hockey Pro League will grow fans and healthy competition, says Manpreet

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Manpreet Singh, who is currently leading the Indian men's hockey team at the Hockey World League Semi Final, has asserted that the Hockey Pro League will take the competition between top ranked teams to a whole new level and will grow fans and healthy competition across the globe.

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Windies get past Rashid scare to level series against Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 12:19 IST

St. Lucia [West Indies], June 12 (ANI): The West Indies bowler came out with a stupendous performance to help their side beat Afghanistan by four wickets in the second ODI to level the three-match series here at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Sunday.

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U.S. President Trump to host PM Modi on June 25-26

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): At the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Modi will visit Washington D.C. on June 25-26.

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Scotland to serve as 'neutral venue' for Pakistan hockey team

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:52 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI): The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has approved Scotland as the 'neutral venue' for Pakistan's home games from 2019 to 2022.

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Kohli talks about Anushka's lucky presence

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): It seems like India skipper Virat Kohli and actress Anushka Sharma are going really strong these days.

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IIT hosts international conclave on higher education

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI-Businesswire India): The International Conclave on "India: The Global Destination for Higher Education" was organized by IIT Kharagpur Alumni Foundation (India) here in collaboration with Pan IIT Alumni India.

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Lendingkart Finance raises Rs. 50 crore from Yes Bank

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Lendingkart Finance Ltd. on Monday announced raising of fresh debt funding from India's fourth largest private sector bank Yes Bank to generate credit facilities for the SMEs operating in tier III.

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Paytm Mall appoints Amit Sinha as Chief Operating Officer

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Paytm Mall on Monday announced appointment of Amit Sinha as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for overall operations of Paytm Mall and expanding the team to ensure customers have access to the widest assortment of products across categories.

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Champions Trophy: Lanka, Pak to play for semi-final spot at Cardiff

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:27 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 12 (ANI): Sri Lanka will take on Pakistan in their last Group B fixture of the ongoing Champions Trophy here at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Monday.

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Eat grapes to protect your teeth from decay

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 12 (ANI): Eating grapes can protect your teeth from decaying as a recent study suggests a natural compound found in grapes can strengthen teeth and boost the strength of fillings.

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Blame lack of sexual satisfaction, not porn for erectile dysfunction

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Watching porn is not unhealthy, but a study has recently warned that men, who regularly watch porn, are not sexually satisfied in their relationship with their partner and are more likely to suffer erectile dysfunction.

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Tony awards 2017: Kevin Spacey, Stephen Colbert take digs at President Trump

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:12 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 12 (ANI): The 71st annual Tony Awards were handed out on June 11 to recognise achievement in Broadway productions. And when some of the biggest names in the Broadway history are sitting in one room, some Trump bashing is inevitable.

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Russia Probe: Senator Schumer invites Trump to testify before Senate

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:04 IST

New York [U.S.], June 12 (ANI) : Senator Chuck Schumer has invited U.S. President Donald Trump to testify before the U.S. Congress on his campaign's alleged ties to Russia after the latter expressed his "100 percent" willingness to testify under oath about the events that led to the firing of James Comey as FBI director.

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Big B shares an awwdorable photo with Abhishek

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): When it comes to share some nostalgic, throwback pictures with his fans on social media, superstar Amitabh Bachchan always takes the cake.

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Man sentenced to death in Pakistan for committing blasphemy on social media

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 11:04 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI) : An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has for the first time sentenced a man to death for allegedly sharing blasphemous content about Sunni religious leaders and the Prophet Mohammed's wives on Facebook.

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Mandsaur violence: Cong.'s Shakuntala Khatik refutes allegation of instigating mob

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Congress MLA Shakuntala Khatik on Monday brushed aside the allegation of inciting violence during farmers protest in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh.

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Investigators examine relationship between pain, opioid abuse

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:42 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 12 (ANI): Despite recommendations to use non-opioids, a study has found that drug overdose epidemic is largely driven by opioids, and it seems that doctors continue to prescribe it for chronic pain.

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Paramilitaries patrol streets as GJM shuts down Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:23 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): Paramilitary troops were patrolling the streets of Darjeeling on Monday morning to prevent any untoward incident during an indefinite shut down of the city called by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM).

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Jnanpith awardee C. Narayan Reddy passes away

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Noted poet and writer C. Narayan Reddy passed away on Monday at the age of 85.

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'First bullet, then fast': Shiv Sena targets MP CM

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Saamna, the Shiv Sena mouthpiece, has slammed Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan over the recent Mandsaur fiasco.

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Panneerselvam dissolves 7-member panel for holding merger talks

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 10:01 IST

Chennai[India], June 12 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O. Panneerselvam has dissolved the seven member panel that he appointed for holding merger talks between two rival AIADMK groups, ending any hope of immediate unity within the party.

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Hyderabad woman stuck in Saudi, family`s hopes rest on Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 09:50 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 12 (ANI): Another case of exploitation of an Indian national on a foreign land has come to light, according to which a Hyderabad woman has been allegedly stuck in the clutches of a doctor couple in Saudi Arabia.

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Obesity during pregnancy doubles risk of fatty liver in teens

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 09:29 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): Mothers-to-be, alert! Here's another reason for adapting a healthy lifestyle before and during pregnancy, as a study has warned that newborns, who had obese mothers at the start of pregnancy, were twice as likely to develop non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as adolescents.

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Iran sends naval fleet to Oman, Indian Ocean, Gulf of Aden

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 09:14 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 12 (ANI): Iran has dispatched two warships to Oman to start their mission in the international waters. An Iranian naval flotilla left to Oman on Sunday to progress towards a mission to the north of the Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden.

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J-K: Indian Army retaliates to ceasefire violation by Pak in Krishna Ghati sector

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 08:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Pakistani Army initiated indiscriminated firing of small arms, automatics and mortars at 6.20 a.m. on Monday along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector.

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Tony Awards 2017: 'Dear Evan Hansen' and other winners

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:40 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 12 (ANI): 'Dear Evan Hansen,' a story that tells of loss, lies and loneliness in a high school community, on Sunday won the major awards at the Tony Awards 2017.

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Shivraj Chouhan's fast was 'stunt' to divert nation's attention: Left

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Communist Party of India (CPI) leader D. Raja on Monday said that the fast observed by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan was just a 'stunt' to divert the attention of the nation from the core matter at hand.

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Aizawl: Rajnath to chair meeting on Indo-Myanmar Border issue

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:30 IST

Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], June 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will chair a meeting on the issues pertaining to the Indo-Myanmar Border here today.

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De Villiers confident of leading South Africa in 2019 World Cup

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:29 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 12 (ANI): With yet another early exit from the Champions Trophy 2017, South African captain AB De Villiers has insisted that despite the team's poor performance in the tournament, he can lead the team to a World Cup victory in 2019.

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"Absolutely evidence" to launch obstruction of justice case against Trump: Preet Bharara

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:08 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): Preet Bharara, former U.S Attorney who was fired by Donald Trump, has asserted strongly that there is "absolutely evidence" to initiate a lawsuit against the President of the United States.

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Congress forced Maha Govt to waive farmers' loans: Ashok Chavan

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): After Maharashtra Government announced complete loan waiver to farmers, former state chief minister and Congress leader Ashok Chavan said the development took shape as the state government was coerced to take this decision by the grand old party.

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MP CM ended fast after realising it made zero impact: Congress

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): With Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan ending his indefinite fast for bringing back peace in the state amid raging farmers' protests, the Congress party on Monday dubbed the former's act as sheer 'drama' and said in spite of such tactics, the condition of the farmers remains unchanged.

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Jaitley to meet PSB chiefs today to assess NPA situation

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley is scheduled to meet the heads of the Public Sector Banks (PSBs) on Monday to discuss the current situation of non-performing assets (NPAs) and the measures being taken to recover voluminous bad loans worth over Rs six lakh crore.

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Congress steers clear of row over Sandeep Dikshit's Army Chief remark

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Congress on Monday sidelined itself from the controversial statement made by party leader Sandeep Dikshit on Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, saying that the party does not support such language at all.

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Chhota Shakeel's 'shooter' to appear before Delhi court today

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Gangster Chhota Shakeel's shooter and aide Junaid Chowdhry will appear before the Patiala House Court today.

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Money laundering row: Misa Bharti to appear before IT Department today

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti will be appearing before the Income Tax department on Monday, in connection with the money laundering case registered against her.

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Deepa trying to take over Jayalalithaa's legacy: BJP

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:31 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Soon after reports surfaced of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar being prohibited from entering the former's Poes Garden residence, the Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) on Monday claimed that the latter is trying to take over Amma's legacy, adding that this can be a contentious matter in the state's political front.

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BJP holds Mamata responsible for 'forced' Gorkhaland unrest

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:20 IST

Kolkata/Kharagpur (West Bengal) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday held Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee solely responsible for the ongoing unrest over demands for a separate 'Gorkhaland', adding that her 'meaningless politics' that has fueled the situation.

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Shiv Sena lauds Fadnavis on loan waiver to farmers

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:18 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): In the wake of the state government's decision to waive off farmer loans, the Shiv Sena on Monday while backing the same, noted that it is a big victory for farmers who will finally be able to reap the benefit of their relentless agitation.

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Sonia Gandhi must expel Sandeep Dikshit for insulting Army Chief: BJP

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 06:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Lashing out at Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's 'sadak ka gunda' remark for Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday while condemning the same, asserted that such hurtful statements will be 'democratically rejected'.

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Parliamentary elections: Emmanuel Macron's party charging towards landslide victory

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:47 IST

London [UK], June. 12 (ANI): French president Emmanuel Macron's new centrist party is heading towards an assured overwhelming majority in the Parliament, after exit polls showed it topping the poll with 32% in the first round on Sunday.

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UK Cabinet reshuffle: Michael Gove makes shocking return as Environment Secretary

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:40 IST

London [UK], June. 12 (ANI): Michael Gove, who was sacked by Prime Minister Theresa May last year, has made a surprising comeback to the cabinet as the Environment Secretary.

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Delhi HC to continue hearing today on DU LLB seats row

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday will continue hearing the plea seeking directions to the Bar Council of India to not reduce LLB seats in Delhi University.

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London Bridge attack: 19-year-old arrested in raids

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:27 IST

London [UK], June. 12 (ANI): A 19-year-old boy has been held by detectives probing the London Bridge attack, on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following a raid in Barking, east London.

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SC to hear CBSE plea against stay on NEET results

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday will hear the plea filed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) against the stay on results of the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET).

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Karnataka: Pro-Kannada activists call for bandh over Mahadayi water dispute

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:15 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Pro-Kannada organisations have called for a state-wide bandh on Monday in lieu of early implementation of the Mahadayi river water dispute.

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Turkey: 18 detained for suspected ISIS links

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:15 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): Turkish police has detained 18 people over suspicion of links to Daesh terrorist group.

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Amid Saudi row, Qatar thanks Russia for offering 'food supplies'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 05:01 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has thanked his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov for Moscow's offer of food supplies, as the Saudi Arabia led move to blockade Qatar has led to food shortages and stockpiling.

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Beijing to conduct trials for 'levitating trains'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 04:46 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): The end of 2017 will witness the much anticipated trial launch of Beijing's first ever 'magnetic levitation train line'.

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US airstrike destroys terrorist base in Somalia

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 04:30 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): The United States Department of Defense announced that U.S. has officially conducted its first operation against the al-Shabaab terror group, which is allied to al-Qaeda in Somalia on Sunday.

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Congress to launch commemorative edition of National Herald today

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 04:19 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): The Congress will today launch a commemorative edition of the National Herald to mark the 70th year of Independence in the presence of Vice-President Hamid Ansari and Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi

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Theresa May in France on Tuesday to meet President Macron

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 04:14 IST

Moscow [Russia], June. 12 (ANI): United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Theresa May has said she will visit France to meet President Emmanuel Macron, in order to begin work post the snap parliamentary election.

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'I'm not dead': Richard Hammond jokes after horrific car crash

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 04:11 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 12 (ANI): Former "Top Gear" presenter Richard Hammond, who miraculously survived a potentially-killing car crash, is clearly trying to take the entire horrific experience in his stride, as he was seen joking about his ordeal.

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'Gorkhaland' movement: GJM begins indefinite strike across Darjeeling today

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 03:48 IST

Darjeeling [India], June 12 (ANI): The Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) will go on an indefinite strike from today demanding a separate state of 'Gorkhaland'.

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Donald Trump's Britain visit on hold over 'popularity woes'

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 01:03 IST

London [UK], June. 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has conveyed to British Prime Minister Theresa May in a phone call, that he has no intention of going through with his visit to the United Kingdom, until he gets the necessary support from the English public.

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Srinagar: 4 cops injured in grenade attack

Updated: Jun 12, 2017 00:42 IST

Srinagar [India], June. 12 (ANI): Three Jammu and Kashmir cops along with another Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel sustained injuries, after a grenade was lobbed towards a CRPF bunker on Sunday night in Saraf Kadal in Srinagar.

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Chhattisgarh: Attack on CRPF personnel in Burkapal, 34 Naxals arrested

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:56 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 11 (ANI): In a big accomplishment, the Sukma Police on Sunday arrested as many as 34 hard core Naxals involved in the deadly attack on the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in April this year.

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Champions Trophy: Win against Proteas our best performance so far, says Kohli

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:54 IST

Birmingham [London], June 11 (ANI): After demolishing South Africa in the must-win fixture on Sunday, India skipper Virat Kohli asserted that it was their best performance of the ongoing Champions Trophy so far.

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EPS-OPS merger committee dissolved

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The committee formed to initiate merger talks between the O. Panneerselvam and Edappadi K. Palanisamy factions of the AIADMK Party has been dissolved.

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Panamagate probe: Nawaz Sharif to appear before JIT on Thursday

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:34 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing into the offshore properties of the Sharif family in relation to the Panamagate case has issued a summon to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to appear before it on June 15.

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Damian Green appointed First Secretary of State as May reshuffles Cabinet

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:34 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May in a Cabinet reshuffle post the snap general election appointed long-time friend Damian Green as First Secretary of State and Minister for the Cabinet Office.

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Immense need of pet education at school level, stresses Jacqueline Fernandez

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Actress Jacqueline Fernandez, who has joined hands with The Body Shop, as its face, for the first ever campaign of its kind for a global ban on cosmetics animal testing, feels there is need of pet education and animal welfare to be taught at the school level.

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Para-athlete was informed about upper berth seat, clarifies Railways

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Following para-athlete Suvarna Raj's allegation that she was forced to sleep on a train's floor, the Indian Railways on Sunday clarified that the medal-winning athlete already knew that she was booking an upper berth seat and that repeated attempts were made to shift her to a different seat.

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US Box-Office: 'The Mummy' misfires, 'Wonder Woman' still going strong

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:18 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 11 (ANI): The Princess of Themyscira has defeated one of the Hollywood's iconic monsters, at least at the Box-Office.

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India, China have shared interests far better than differences: Chinese Consul General

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:11 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 11 (ANI): Chinese Consul General Ma Zhanwu on Sunday said India and China relations have progressed a lot in the past two years, adding that the two nations have shared interests which are far better than the differences.

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Chinese Consul General praises Dragon boat race held in Kolkata

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 22:06 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Dragon Boat Festival- 2017, with dragon boat racing on actual 'Dragon Boats' was held in Kolkata Today.

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UP STF arrest three members of gang demanding money from public representatives

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:57 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) on Sunday arrested three members of an interstate gang accused of demanding money from Public representatives and officials in the name of fake enquiry.

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India thrash Proteas to enter Champions Trophy semis in style

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:48 IST

Birmingham [London], June 11 (ANI): Many expected what was a virtual quarter-final between India and South Africa to be a game which would end with a nail-biting finish. However, contrary to expectations of a cracker of a game, the Sunday's fixture of the ongoing Champions Trophy turned to be a cakewalk for the Men in Blue as they registered an emphatic eight-wicket win over the Proteas at The Oval, London to enter the semi-finals of the ongoing 50-over marquee event.

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ISIS leader Baghdadi killed in air strike in Syria: Reports

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:32 IST

Damascus [Syria], June 11 (ANI): Islamic State of Syria and the Levant (ISIS) leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has allegedly been killed in airstrikes, the Syrian state television reported on Sunday.

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Assam: One apprehended with fake currency notes

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:21 IST

Changsari (Assam) [India], June 11 (ANI): A person was apprehended on Sunday in Assam's Changsari with Rs. 1, 88,000 Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) of Rs. 2,000 denomination.

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Nadal outclasses Wawrinka to win 10th French Open title

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:15 IST

Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Rafael Nadal on Sunday came out with a stunning display against Stan Wawrinka and defeated the Swiss in straight sets to won the Men's Singles title for a magical 10th time, achieving 'La Decima' and reaffirming his status as the greatest clay-courter of all time.

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J-K: Army Major killed as his gypsy turns turtle

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 21:04 IST

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): An Army Major, identified as S. R. Samal was killed on Sunday after the gypsy he was travelling in turned turtle at NC Pass, Sadhna top in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: Bengaluru beat Gujarat 13-0

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:53 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): Hockey Bengaluru came out with a breath taking performance as they thrashed Hockey Gujarat 13-0 in their Pool F encounter of the ongoing Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championships 2017 (Men) 'B' Division on Sunday.

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Ceasefire violation by Pak in Naushera sector again

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:50 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Pakistani Army again initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms heavy automatics and mortars from 6:40 p.m. today along the Line of Control (LC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera sector.

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National team jersey entrusts you with more responsibility, believes Indian defender Anas

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:48 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 11 (ANI): The sturdy defender from Kerala Anas Edathodika has come to Bengaluru with an extra baggage -- carrying the 'Jarnail Singh Best Defender of I-League' Award.

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Tourist crackdown continues, Venice bans new hotels

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:48 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): After restricting the tourist's entry to Piazza San Marco, the authorities of Venice are now planning to ban all the openings of new hotels in La Serenissima.

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U.S. conducts strike against al-Shabaab in Somalia

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 11 (ANI): The United States on Sunday conducted strike against al-Shabaab, al-Qaeda's affiliate, in Somalia.

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President Trump is making our jobs harder, say TV writers

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 11 (ANI): Writers and creators of American Television believe that they are worried about their jobs because of President Donald Trump.

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North East India fashion week to give platform to indigenous weavers

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:31 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh), June 11 (ANI): The third edition of North East India Fashion Week themed as 'Khadi Movement' will be held from October 27 to 29 at Arunachal's Itanagar.

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CAC keen on retaining Kumble as India head coach

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:16 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): The three-member cricket advisory committee (CAC), comprising Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman, who are tasked to find the new coach for the Indian cricket team, is willing to retain incumbent Anil Kumble for the post.

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Pakistan has habit of making irrelevant statements: Cong

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Congress Party on Sunday down played the comments made by Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa against the Indian Army and said that Islamabad has the habit of making irrelevant statements.

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Rohatgi to step down from Attorney General's post

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 20:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Attorney General of India (AGI) Mukul Rohatgi has written to the government, stating his disinterest in continuing as the top law officer.

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Congress' Sandeep Dikshit withdraws 'gali ka gunda' remark, tenders apology

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 19:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Sunday withdrew his controversial statement made on Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and tendered an apology for the same.

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Deepak invited me to Poes Garden to kill me, alleges Jayalalithaa's niece

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 19:44 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 11 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar on Sunday alleged that her brother Deepak invited her to Poes Garden in order to kill her so that he can stake claim of Veda Nilayam, the residence of 'Amma'.

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34 Naxals arrested from Chhattisgarh's Sukma

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 19:15 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 11 (ANI): As many as 34 Naxals were on Sunday arrested from Chhattisgarh's Sukma district.

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Trump puts UK visit on hold over concerns of 'mass-protests'

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 19:13 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has told British Prime Minister Theresa May in a phone call that he does not want to go ahead with a state visit to Britain if there were large-scale protests.

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Plastic rice found in Uttarakhand's Udham Singh Nagar

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 19:10 IST

Udham Singh Nagar (Uttarakhand) [India], June 11 (ANI): Yet another case of plastic rice in Uttarakhand has been witnessed.

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'Toilet Ek Prem Katha' trailer provides entertainment with important message

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Akshay Kumar fans, rejoice! The first trailer for much-awaited 'Toilet Ek Prem Katha' has arrived and just its name, the trailer is also unique.

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Fidayeen group was infiltrating to carry out attack: Army

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:56 IST

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Army on Sunday said five hardcore terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri sector, adding that this was a Fidayeen group which was infiltrating to carry out the attack on an Army camp.

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U.S: 'Anti-Sharia' protestors clash with counter demonstrators

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:47 IST

New York [USA], June 11 (ANI): A right-wing group protesting Islamic law, or Sharia law, clashed with counter demonstrators in Seattle, Minneapolis and other cities.

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Mallya booed outside The Oval with shouts of `chor, chor`

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:46 IST

Birmingham [London], June 11 (ANI): While attending India-South Africa Champions Trophy match here on Sunday, absconding businessman Vijay Mallya was booed by the visitors with the shouts of "chor, chor" (thief) outside The Oval Stadium .

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Champions Trophy: India bowl Proteas out for paltry 191

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:33 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): The Indian team came out with a brilliant performance, both with the ball and in the field, to bowl out South Africa for a lowly 191 in their last Group B fixture of the ongoing Champions Trophy here at the Oval on Sunday.

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Get to know more of your sedentary lifestyle!

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:32 IST

Ottawa [Canada], June 11 (ANI): You would now know which activity has made your lifestyle sedentary as researchers from twenty countries across the world have come up with a dictionary of new terminologies defining sedentary behaviour.

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Hollywood mourns demise of 'Batman' star Adam West

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Veteran U.S. actor Adam West, best known for starring as 'Batman' in the 1960s hit TV series died yesterday at the age of 88.

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Rajasthan: Congress to hold state-wide demonstration in support of farmer's demands

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Congress Party will hold a state-wide demonstration in support of farmers' demand.

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BJP postpones national executive meet in view of presidential polls

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday postponed its national executive meet scheduled to take place on July 15-16 at Visakhapatnam.

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And World's Best food Festivals are

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:13 IST

New York [USA], June 11 (ANI): Are you one of those who could go to any lengths to have your favorite meal?

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Govt. fails to convince Qatari prince to appear before JIT probing Sharif family

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:06 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): The federal government has failed to convince Qatari Prince Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber al Thani to testify before the joint investigation team (JIT) probing into the offshore properties of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's family.

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Women activists for action in para-athlete's harassment incident

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The women activists on Sunday condemned the incident where a national level weightlifter was unheard by the police when she went to report a complaint against alleged harassment and urged the authorities to bring guilty to book.

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England beat Venezuela to become FIFA U-20 World Cup champions

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:57 IST

Suwon [South Korea], June 11 (ANI): England edged past Venezuela 1-0 in a thrilling FIFA U-20 World Cup final thanks to a first-half strike from Dominic Calvert-Lewin at the Suwon World Cup Stadium here on Sunday.

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Maharashtra Govt. announces complete loan waiver to farmers

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Maharashtra Government on Sunday announced complete loan waiver to farmers.

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Yogendra Yadav, Medha Patkar detained, stopped from entering Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:37 IST

Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): Swaraj India chief Yogendra Yadav, social activists Medha Patkar, Swami Agnivesh and JNUSU president Mohit Kumar Pandey were detained by the police on Sunday when they were trying to enter restive Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh to meet the deceased farmers' kin.

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Pak rubbishes reports of deploying troops in Qatar

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): Pakistan on Sunday refuted reports stating that the country will deploying its troops in Qatar in the wake of the ongoing 'Gulf crisis'.

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Iran sends five planes of food to Qatar amid Gulf crisis

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:19 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 11 (ANI): Iran's national carrier Iran Air confirmed on Sunday that the country has sent five planes of food to Qatar after Gulf countries cut off air and other transport links to the emirate, amid a diplomatic row engulfing the region, local media reports said.

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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes a father of twins

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:16 IST

London [U.K], June 11 (ANI): Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has become a father for the second time with the birth of twins via a surrogate mother.

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Gauri Khan shares a nostalgic picture with SRK

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 17:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Instagram page of Gauri Khan is filled with cute pictures of her family and especially her children that make her fans love the Khan family more than ever.

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WB, Kerala hail GST amendments

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:53 IST

New Delhi [India] June 11 (ANI): West Bengal Finance Minister Amit Mitra on Sunday termed the latest revision of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as the big win for the small and medium scale enterprises of the nation.

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Winning bids for ISL new teams to be announced on June 12

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:50 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], June 11 (ANI): Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), organisers of the Indian Super League (ISL) is set to announce the winning bids for new team in the league on Monday, June 12.

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Congress on "disinformation campaign" of photo opportunity: Naidu

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:50 IST

Vizag (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): Taking a swipe at Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's visit to Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said the grand old party is on "disinformation campaign" of rushing to unfortunate incident to click pictures.

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GST Council to next meet on June 18; to review, amend rates

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday announced that the 17th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council will be held on June 18 at the Vigyan Bhawan.

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Admiral Lanba's Israel visit to focus on defence cooperation

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Strengthening defence ties and exploring new avenues for greater cooperation between the two armed forces will be one of the key focuses for Indian Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba when he will visit Israel from June 12 to June 15.

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Melanie Gaydos: the beauty that breaks the stereotype

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:41 IST

London [UK], June 11 (ANI): When there's a will, there's a way- proves US based model Melanie Gaydos.

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Gaddafi's son released after five years in captivity

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:18 IST

New York [USA], June 11 (ANI): Son of slain Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, has been released after five years of captivity.

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GST Council revises rates for cinema tickets

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, in the 16th Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council meet on Sunday, announced maintaining of 28 percent tax on all cinema tickets above Rs. 100, while of those below Rs. 100 to be reduced to 18 percent.

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Pakistan: Two policemen killed after gunmen fired on check post in Quetta

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 16:00 IST

Chakki Shahwani [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): At least two policemen have reportedly been killed and one injured after unidentified assailants riding a motorcycle opened fire on a check post in Quetta's Chakki Shahwani area.

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WB Govt. orders offices to remain open in Darjeeling, Kalimpong

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:59 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 11 (ANI): The West Bengal Government on Sunday ordered all the state government offices in Darjeeling and Kalimpong to remain open and asked the employees to report on duty each day till strike not withdrawn.

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J-K: Terrorists fire upon policeman in Shopian

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:47 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): Terrorists on Sunday fired upon a policeman identified as Khurshid Ahmad, outside SOG camp at Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district.

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Left condemns Govt. for denying screening of film based on Rohith Vemula

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Condemning the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for denying the screening of film 'The Unbearable Being of Lightness' (based on Rohith Vemula's suicide) at the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala, the Left on Sunday called it a "direct form of censorship" indulged by the Government, which is not legally right.

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In another feat, all 'Super 30' wonders clear JEE-Advanced

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:24 IST

Patna (Bihar), June 11 (ANI): As the IIT-Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced results were declared on Friday, Patna's 'Super 30' coaching centre has set a new record of all 30 students cracking the JEE (Advanced) examination.

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Every team would want 'exceptional' Stokes: Morgan

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:16 IST

London [U.K], June 11 (ANI): England skipper Eoin Morgan has lavished praise on Ben Stokes, describing him as an 'exceptional' player, after the all-rounder struck a blistering century to guide his side to a 40-run victory over two-time winners Australia in their third Champions Trophy Group A clash at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here last evening.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire again, now in Nowshera

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:16 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Sunday again initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Naushera along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Para-athlete accuses railways for cruelty, demands to meet Prabhu

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): International para-athlete turned social worker Suvarna Raj on Sunday alleged that she was allotted an upper berth on a Nagpur-Delhi train even though she is physically handicapped. She has, hence, demanded to meet Minister of Railways Suresh Prabhu asking him to take cognizance on this matter.

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MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan ends his fast

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 15:03 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday called off his 'indefinite' fast.

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India opt to field, Ashwin replaces Umesh against Proteas

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:55 IST

London [U.K], June 11 (ANI): India have won the toss and elected to bowl first in their do-or-die third Champions Trophy Group B fixture against top-ranked South Africa at the Kennington Oval here on Sunday.

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JEE Advanced topper Sarvesh gives credit to parents, teacher

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India] June 11 (ANI): Panchkula's Sarvesh Mehtani, who secured the All India Rank (AIR) - I in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2017, gives credit to his partents and teachers for his outstanding achievement.

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Here's how dads influence daughters' risky sexual behaviours

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): What is it about a father that affects his teenage daughter's likelihood of engaging in risky sexual behaviour? A recent study has shed some light.

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Iran lawmakers briefed on Tehran attacks

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:38 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 11 (ANI): Lawmakers of the Iranian Parliament were briefed on the recent deadly terror attacks in the country by the Iranian Intelligence and Interior Ministers as well as Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami in a closed-door session of Parliament (Majlis) on Sunday.

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A 'bitter' way to stop unwanted preterm labour contractions

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): According to a recent study, the bitter taste receptors may hold the key to managing preterm labour.

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Hyderabad: Petrol Pump operated by life convicts earns Rs. 4 crore as profit

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:35 IST

Chanchalguda (Hyderabad) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Indian Oil Corporation Limited petrol pump at Hyderabad's Chanchalguda, which is operated by life convicts, has completed five years of its run.

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Here's Abhishek Bachchan's picture perfect childhood!

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Looks like father Amitabh Bachchan and son Abhishek Bachchan are on a nostalgia spree.

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African-American Christian counselling students' experiences with LGB clients

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): A recent study has looked at the experiences of African American Christian counselling students from the Black church as they seek to balance their faith and ethical responsibilities in working with lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) clients.

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Self-monitoring doesn't improve diabetics' lives

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 11 (ANI): A study has recently found that self-monitoring of blood glucose levels in Type-2 diabetes patients, who are not treated with insulin, did not improve their health-related quality of life.

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Iranian security forces kill mastermind of Tehran attacks

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:50 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 11 (ANI): The Iranian security forces have killed the mastermind behind the two deadly terror attacks on the country's Parliament and the shrine of Ayatollah Khomeini.

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Brain scans may predict autism in high-risk newborns

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 11 (ANI): A team of researchers has revealed that a specific magnetic resonance imaging procedure of six-month-olds may help in predicting which babies are at a high risk of developing autism disorder by age two.

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When it comes to fathering practices, a dad's resources, beliefs matter

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): According to a recent study, a father's resources, relationships and parenting beliefs affect how he spends time with his children and financially provides for his family.

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Deepa barred to enter aunt Jayalalitha's residence, accuses brother Deepak of cheating

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:30 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), June 11 (ANI): Niece of former Tamil Nadu chief minister late J. Jayalalitha Deepa Jayakumar on Sunday said that she was denied entry at the latter's Poes Garden residence.

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JEE Advanced results 2017: Haryana's Sarvesh Mehtani is all India topper

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:29 IST

New Delhi [India] June 11 (ANI): Sarvesh Mehtani from Panchkula in Haryana secured All India Rank - I in the IIT- Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2017 exam.

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Steroids may up effectiveness of AAV-based gene therapy

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Glucocorticoid steroids, such as prednisone, may improve effectiveness of AAV-based gene therapy by reducing immune response, according to a recent research.

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Ramadan in J-K: Demand, supply of dates increase

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:27 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): Mouth-watering dates are selling like hot cakes during the holy month of Ramadan in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Canadian GP: Hamilton takes 65th pole position, equals Senna's record

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:27 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 11 (ANI): Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton reeled off a stunning lap to clinch pole position for this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve here last evening.

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Toxicants linked to lipid metabolism

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): A recent study has uncovered the link between toxicants and lipid metabolism.

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National-level weightlifter harassed, alleges ignorance by authorities

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:10 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): A national-level weightlifter has alleged that she is not being heard by the police and the authorities over being troubled by men in Agra.

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EAM Sushma Swaraj flags off Kailash Mansarovar Yatra-2017

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday flagged off the first batch of Kailash Mansarovar yatris - 2017.

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Kriti Sanon gets rave reviews for her 'Raabta' performance

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Though the Box Office prospect of 'Raabta' over the weekend seems to be not that good, Kriti Sanon's performance garnered appreciations, not only from the audience but also the critics.

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MoS Jitendra Singh lauds Indian Army for action at LoC

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): Minister of State Jitendra Singh today lauded the Indian Army for their exemplary retaliatory action across the Line of Control (LoC), while asserting that it assures "we are on the right track."

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With age, we tend to choose friends over family

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 13:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Turns out, blood may make us related, but friends really are the family we choose.

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J-K: Pakistan violates truce in Ramgarh sector, Indian forces retaliate

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:50 IST

Ramgarh (Jammu and Kashmir) June 11 (ANI): The Pakistan Rangers on Sunday violated unprovoked ceasefire on forward Border Security Force (BSF) troops in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramgarh sector at 10: 45 a.m.

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Obstacles to riding safely through pregnancy revealed

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Pregnant women could get on their bikes and stay healthy with better support, but according to a new study, they are encountering obstacles to riding.

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Nitish meets, greets Lalu on his 70th birthday

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:48 IST

Patna (Bihar), June 11 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday wished Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on his 70th birthday.

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BJP, RSS want to suppress nation with feudal, old traditions: Congress

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): After the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting denied the screening of film The Unbearable Being of Lightness (based on Rohith Vemula's suicide) at the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala, the Congress party on Sunday claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its political ideologue Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) want to suppress the nation with feudal, racial and old traditions.

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Bragpacker eases pre-travel shopping, offers rental gears online

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Online aggregator and one stop destination for travel preparedness, Bragpacker has introduced the concept of pre-travel shopping solutions where the portal will offer a curated list of premium travel gear, luggage, lens and everything in between.

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Nadal eyes record 10th French Open title

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:27 IST

Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Spanish tennis maestro Rafael Nadal will aim to clinch his record 10th French Open title and his 15th career Grand Slam crown when he takes on third-seed Stan Wawrinka in the finals of the men's singles event here today.

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Chinese warships arrive on four-day goodwill visit to Pakistan

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 12:18 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): A Chinese navy fleet comprising of three Chang Chun, Jing Zhou and Chao Hu arrived at Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi on Saturday for a four-day goodwill and training visit.

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Here's how your culture can give you away

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Turns out, culture affects how people deceive others.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan would love to work in Marathi film

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:53 IST

Mumbai [India], June 11 (ANI): Looks like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, after working in regional movies like Tamil, Telegu, Bengali and English, now wants to try her hands at Marathi movies.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire in Bhimber Gali sector, Indian Army retaliates

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:53 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): The Indian Army launched a strong retaliatory action after Pakistan again violated ceasefire in the Bhimber Gali sector in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday.

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Three fishermen killed after ship from Panama hits boat off Kochi coast

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:53 IST

Kochi (Kerala), June 11 (ANI): At least three fishermen were killed after their boat got hit by a ship from Panama off the Kochi coast on Sunday.

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Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley return as hosts of CMA Awards

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:20 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 11 (ANI): Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley will once again take the stage to co-host the 51st Annual Country Music Association Awards for the 10th straight year.

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'Bank Chor' was 'different dynamic' for Vivek Oberoi

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:20 IST

Mumbai [India], June 11 (ANI): Riteish Deshmukh and Vivek Oberoi's friendship have always been the talk of the town since 2004, when they came together with comedy film 'Masti.'

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Sharapova pulls out of Wimbledon qualifying due to thigh injury

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:20 IST

London [U.K.], June 11 (ANI): Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova has pulled out of the Wimbledon qualifying event after failing to recover from a thigh injury.

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Dual-focus contact lens can keep kids from becoming short-sighted

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Parents worried about their kids' myopia or nearsightedness, now can relax as a new study has found that dual-focus contact lens, which have alternating visual correction and treatment zones, can help them.

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Gurugram: Women beat up man who tried molesting them

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:03 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 11 (ANI): Few brave women took revenge on the man, who tried molesting them, by beating and humiliating him in public here.

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Katy Perry reveals she once had suicidal thoughts

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 11:03 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 11 (ANI): Katy Perry was recently left in tears after opening up about her personal struggles.

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Qatar crisis issue may turn to global problem: Turkish PM

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 10:35 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], June 11 (ANI): Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim has said that the Qatar issue might soon turn into a global problem if the tension in the gulf region increases.

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Farmers hopeful for 'pro-farmer' decision amid CM Chouhan's indefinite fast

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 10:24 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), June 11 (ANI): As Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan continues his fast for the second consecutive day, farmers on Sunday expressed hope for a 'pro-farmer' decision while lauding the former for his selfless effort to pacify the situation in violence-hit Mandsaur.

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Bobbi Kristina's ex Nick Gordon arrested for domestic violence, kidnapping

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 10:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Nick Gordon, who was held legally responsible for the death of his girlfriend Bobbi Kristina Brown, has been arrested after allegedly beating up his new girlfriend in a jealous rage.

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7th Senior National Hockey C`ship: Delhi hammer Andaman & Nicobar 21-1

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 10:10 IST

Lucknow [India], June 10 (ANI): Delhi Hockey produced a sublime performance as they thrashed Hockey Andaman and Nicobar 21-1 in their final Pool B clash of the 7th Senior National Hockey Championships 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here last evening.

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Champions Trophy: India face Proteas challenge in do-or-die clash

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 10:00 IST

London [U.K], June 11 (ANI): Defending champions India will face a stern test when they take on top-ranked ODI side South Africa in a do-or-die virtual quarter-final clash of the Champions Trophy at the Kennington Oval here on Sunday.

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JLaw fine after plane forced to make emergency landing

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 11 (ANI): Jennifer Lawrence has walked away sans any injury after her private plane suffered engine failure and was forced to make an emergency landing in New York.

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Ten killed as car falls into canal on Mathura-Bharatpur road

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:59 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): As many as ten people were killed when the car by which they were travelling fell into the Fatehpur canal on the Mathura-Bharatpur road in the wee hours of Sunday.

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Maharashtra: Nine killed, 22 injured in road accident in Beed

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:28 IST

Mumbai (Maharastra) [India], June 11 (ANI): As many as nine people were killed and 22 critically injured after a bus travelling from Pune to Latur met with an accident in Beed on early Sunday morning.

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J-K: ATM guard foils bank robbery bid in Budgam

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:19 IST

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 11 (ANI): An ATM guard on Saturday foiled an attempt to rob a bank by indentified persons in the Chadoora area of central Kashmir's Budgam district.

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Dharamsala: Three killed, two injured in car accident

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:05 IST

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): As many as three people were killed and two injured when a car rolled down a gorge on the Dharamsala bypass road on Saturday afternoon.

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Mandsaur violence: CM Chouhan vows to solve farmers' issues

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 09:04 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who started an indefinite fast on June 10 amid raging farmers' protests in the state, on Sunday said that despite falling asleep "intermittently", the farmers and their issues made a constant thorough in his dreams and thoughts and hence, vowed to solve the pertinent matters.

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Amsterdam: Five injured after car ploughs into pedestrians outside Centraal train station

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 07:27 IST

Amsterdam [Netherlands], June 11 (ANI): At least five people were injured after a car ploughed into the pedestrians outside Amsterdam Centraal train station.

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Bridge on Ganga will make party's relations stronger: JD (U)

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 07:20 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 11 (ANI): Lauding the inauguration of the Ara-Chapra and Digha-Sonepur road bridges in Bihar, Janata Dal (United) on Sunday asserted that this city would be gifted with two bridges and expressed hope that the relations JD (U) and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) relation will get stronger accordingly.

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Defeating cancer, girl scored 81 percent in 10th Boards exam

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 07:20 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 11 (ANI): If there is courage and determination, we can overcome the biggest obstacle.

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Congress criticises Shivraj Chouhan's inability to control farmers' protest

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 06:58 IST

New Delhi [India] June 11 (ANI): Criticising Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's indefinite hunger strike over farmers' agitation, the Congress Party on Sunday said the fast is observed to divert the attention from the former's mistakes in handling the crucial situation.

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Cow slaughter: Kiren Rijiju should look into ground reality before commenting says CPI

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 06:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Slamming Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju for his stating that no problem is being faced by the North Eastern people due to cow ban, Communist Party of India (CPI) leader D Raja on Sunday advised the former to first look into ground reality before passing such comments.

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Enhance beauty with yoga!

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 06:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Almost 5,000 year old well-known ancient practice of yoga can greatly aid in lifelong pursuit of beauty.

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Pak Army Chief visits LoC to oversee India's pro-active stand: Defence Expert

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 06:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Lashing out at Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who recently visited troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Muzaffarabad Sector, Defence Expert on Sunday asserted that the former is making frequent visits to oversee India's pro-active stand.

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Mamata Banerjee is hammering GJM by making no compromises: BJP

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 06:22 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 11 (ANI): Condemning West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's move on Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) supporters, who are protesting against the alleged imposition of Bengali in the schools of the hills, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that the former is fueling the issue by asserting that no compromises will be made in the matter.

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Rupee 1 compensation: K'taka Govt calls it 'test to avoid subsidy in wrong account'

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 04:18 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 11 (ANI): Clarifying the recent reports of providing Rupee 1 subsidy to the farmers, the Karnataka Department of Revenue (District Management) on Sunday asserted that the measure was taken to test the account, to avoid input subsidy being credited to wrong accounts and to ensure that the money reaches the intended beneficiary (valid account number).

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Sen. Feinstein calls for investigation of matters related to obstruction of justice

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 04:17 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 11 (ANI): Sen. Dianne Feinstein has called on the head of the Senate Judiciary Committee to investigate the issues related to obstruction of justice in the firing of FBI Director James Comey and the probe into Russian meddling in the 2016 Presidential election, using "subpoena authority if necessary."

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Man who opened fire in Moscow eliminated by police

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 04:14 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 11 (ANI): The man who opened firing from a shotgun in Kratovo village of Ramensky District here, killing four people was eliminated by the police and National Guard in the course of a special operation.

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Qatar hires ex-U.S. attorney general to rebut accusations of 'supporting terrorism'

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 03:52 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 11 (ANI): The Government of Qatar, which has been facing criticism across the world, has hired ex- U.S. attorney general John Ashcroft, in order to rebut the accusations made by U.S. President Donald Trump and its Arab neighbors that it supports terrorism.

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U.K.: DUP agrees to 'confidence and supply' deal to support Conservatives

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 03:52 IST

London [U.K.], June 11 (ANI): The Democratic Unionists Party (DUP) has agreed to support the Conservatives on the basis of an agreement known as "confidence and supply".

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Former MP Gavin Barwell appointed as new Downing St chief of staff

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 01:29 IST

London [U.K.], June 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Theresa May appointed former Housing Minister Gavin Barwell as the new Downing Street chief of staff.

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Moscow : Two killed, three wounded in shooting

Updated: Jun 11, 2017 00:44 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 11 (ANI): At least two people were killed and three other were wounded in shooting in Kratovo village of Ramensky District here.

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Australia knocked out of Champions Trophy, B'desh to join England in semis

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 23:44 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 10 (ANI): Skipper Eoin Morgan and all-rounder Ben Stokes came out with a brilliant batting performance before rain came in as England defeated Australia by 4o runs through DLS method to knock them out of the Champions Trophy here at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground on Saturday.

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Petrol price revision: Traders threaten indefinite strike

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 23:26 IST

New Delhi [India] June 10, (ANI): The Federation of All India Petroleum Traders (FAIPT) has threatened to go on an indefinite strike from June 24th, in protest against the daily revision of petrol prices.

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Highlights of SC judgement on Aadhar PAN linkage

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court has ruled that from July 1 onwards, every person eligible to obtain Aadhaar must quote their Aadhaar number or their Aadhaar Enrolment ID number for filing of Income Tax Returns as well as for applications for PAN.

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Day 4 of IISF WC to see Gagan Narang shooting for last time

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 22:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 10 (ANI): Day four of the fifth and final stage of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol series, being held in Gabala, Azerbaijan, will see Olympic medalist Gagan Narang of India among others lining up for the Men's 50m Rifle Prone event, for one final time on the World Cup stage.

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French Open: Unseeded Ostapenko stuns Halep to claim maiden grand slam title

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 22:30 IST

London [UK], June. 10 (ANI): In was unexpected yet spectacular, as unseeded Jelena Ostapenko produced a stunning fightback to crush Simona Halep and win the French Open title.

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TV series' Batman star Adam West dies at 88

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 22:01 IST

Los Angeles (California) [USA], June 10 (ANI): Veteran U.S. actor Adam West, best known for starring as Batman in the 1960s hit TV series, has died at the age of 88.

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JK: Army retaliates to Pak firing in Krishna Ghati

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 22:01 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) June 10, (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Saturday initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics and mortars in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Mandsaur violence: Deceased farmers' kin request CM Chouhan to end fast

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 21:56 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 10 (ANI): The families of the four farmers, who were killed in the police firing in Mandsaur, met Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan today and requested him to call off his fast.

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Gorkha Janmukti Morcha delegation to call on PM Modi, Rajnath

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 21:53 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 10 (ANI): A delegation of members of the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) will call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Rajnath Singh to apprise them about the 'Gorkhaland movement'.

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Mandsaur unrest: Curfew lifted, Sec 144 remains imposed

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 21:10 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), June 10, (ANI): Curfew was lifted in violence-hit Mandsaur here post 8 pm on Saturday, however, Section 144 continued to be imposed.

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Afghan soldier kills two U.S. soldiers in eastern Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 21:02 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 10 (ANI): Two U.S. soldiers were killed Saturday after an Afghan army soldier opened fire on them in eastern Afghanistan, according to reports

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Tamil Nadu: Parents find daughter's-corpse-on-doorstep

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 20:30 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 10 (ANI): In a distressing development, parents of a 17-year-old girl were left crushed and speechless when they found their daughter's dead body on their doorstep.

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Pakistan: Shia man sentenced to death for blasphemy on 'social media'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 20:12 IST

Bahwalpur (Punjab) [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): In a first ever penalty over online blasphemy in Pakistan, an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Punjab's Bahwalpur on Saturday awarded the death sentence to a man on the charges of sharing offensive content about Islam on social media.

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Gorkhaland movement: GJM calls for indefinite strike across Darjeeling from Monday

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 20:02 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 10 (ANI): Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) president Bimal Gurung on Saturday said the party has decided to go on an indefinite strike from Monday demanding a separate state of 'Gorkhaland'.

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Will declare tea plantation workers' strike 'illegal': Mamata Banerjee

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 19:43 IST

Silguri (West Bengal) [India] June 10 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday said her government would declare the proposed tea plantation workers' strike as illegal.

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Rahul Gandhi visits Golden Temple

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 19:35 IST

Amritsar [India], June. 10 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday paid obeisance at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab.

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Britain to have more black, Asian, ethnic minority MPs than ever before

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 19:34 IST

London [United Kingdom] June 10, (ANI): A record number of 51 black, Asian and ethnic minority MPs have been elected to the British Parliament in the 2017 General Election that was held on Thursday.

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Chhattisgarh: Naxals torch passenger bus in Narayanpur

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 19:19 IST

Chhattisgarh [India], June 10 (ANI): A passenger bus in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district was set on fire. No casualties were reported.

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Snap polls fallout: Theresa May's closest advisers resign

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 19:04 IST

London [United Kingdom] June 10, (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May's closest advisers Nick Timothy and Fiona Hill have resigned following the Conservatives' loss in the snap general elections held on Thursday.

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2017 has been the best year of my career: Bopanna

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:48 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 10 (ANI): Ace Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna, who became the fourth Indian to win a grand slam after clinching the mixed doubles title at the French Open, has asserted that this has been the best year of his career.

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Congress, 'pseudo secular groups' raising obsolete issues: Rijiju on cattle ban

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:48 IST

Guwahati (Assam)[India], June 10 (ANI): Reacting to the agitation against Centre's cattle ban notification, Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Saturday accused the Congress and 'pseudo secular groups' of raking up the issue for political benefit.

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Great time for newcomers to be in Bollywood: Karisma Kapoor

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): It has been 25 years since Karisma Kapoor made her acting debut with 'Prem Qaidi' in 1991 and the 42-year-old actress, who has witnessed a stream of new blood in the industry since, has asserted that there could not be a better time for newcomers to be in Bollywood than now.

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Karisma Kapoor has no plans to return to silver screen

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): With films like 'Judwaa', 'Raja Hindustani' and Dil To Pagal Hai' to name a few to her credit, Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor has proved to be an actor par excellence.

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US announces USD 6.9 million for research on rare earth elements

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy has announced an investment of USD 6.9 million in rare earth element (REE) research through two funding opportunities.

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London Bridge attackers tried to rent larger truck to kill more people

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:16 IST

London [UK], June 10 (ANI): It has emerged that the London Bridge attackers were looking to carry out a larger-scale assault, as they tried to rent a 7.5-ton truck on the morning of the attack.

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Madhur Bhandarkaer dedicates Bharat Gaurav award to Indian armed forces

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar received Bharat Gaurav award at United Nations hall in New York and he has dedicated his award to the Indian armed forces.

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Composure, calmness key to success in Proteas game: Kohli

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:06 IST

London [UK], June 10 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has called on his team to remain calm and composed and not to get succumbed to the big match pressure in what will be a virtual quarter-final against South Africa in the ongoing Champions Trophy to be played at the Oval on Sunday.

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CBDT confirms Aadhaar requirement for filing Income Tax returns

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): In the wake of the Supreme Court's judgement on implementing Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) clarified that from July 1 onwards, every person eligible to obtain Aadhaar must quote their Aadhaar number or their Aadhaar enrolment ID number for filing of Income Tax returns, as well as for applications for their Permanent Account Number (PAN).

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PeeCee shares emotional message on her dad's death anniversary

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra's strong bond with her father is known to everyone. Remembering him on his death anniversary today, the Bollywood beauty shared a heart-wrenching message.

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Won't call off fast unless peace returns in MP: Shivraj Chouhan

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:56 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 10 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who began his indefinite hunger strike today, asserted that he would not let the state engulf in violence and would ensure that peace returns.

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New steel policy will create self-sufficiency in production: Steel Minister

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:56 IST

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 10 (ANI): Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Saturday said the new National Steel Policy 2017 focusses on enhancing domestic consumption, high quality steel production and make the sector globally competitive.

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NITI Aayog should invite Kisan Sangh for dialogue: RSS

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:37 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India] June 10 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideologue M.G. Vaidya on Saturday said that the NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog should invite the representatives of the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) for a dialogue to address the farmers' concerns.

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NITI Aayog's 'SATH' initiative to enhance India's education, healthcare

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Aiming to initiate development in the country's education and healthcare sectors, the NITI Aayog on Saturday, in association with McKinsey & Company and IPE Global consortium, launched its 'Sustainable Action for Transforming Human capital' or 'SATH' program in collaboration with the state governments, with a vision to improve cooperative federalism.

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13 Pakistani intruders killed in last 96 hours: Indian Army

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 10 (ANI): The Indian Army announced on Saturday that as of now, 13 armed intruders have been killed in the past 96 hours, as relentless operations are underway to thwart Pakistan's attempts to upsurge terror in Kashmir.

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US natural gas exports to offer hedge against Russia: Rick Perry

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): The United States shipping of Liquefied Natural Gas overseas is an act to confront economic aggression and to decrease Russia's leverage as Europe's dominant gas supplier, said Energy Secretary Rick Perry.

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33-member core group list for junior hockey men's national camp announced

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:23 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 10 (ANI): Hockey India on Saturday named the 33-member core group for the junior men's national camp, who will continue to develop their skills at the national Camp for the upcoming tournaments.

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Pak Army Chief visits troops along LoC

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Saturday visited troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Muzaffarabad Sector.

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Karnataka CM writes to PM Modi asking to repeal 'unconstitutional' cattle ban

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Dubbing the Centre's notification on cattle trade as 'unconstitutional and unfair', Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi asking him to repeal the new rules which would put 'enormous financial burden on the farmers.'

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Winning WC would be revolution for Indian women cricket: Mithali Raj

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): India women cricket team skipper Mithali Raj on Saturday exuded confidence that her team will put up a good show in the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup which begins on June 24 in England, insisting that it would be a revolution if the Women in Blue manage to win the pinnacle tournament.

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Helicopter crashes in Badrinath, engineer dies

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 17:05 IST

Badrinath (Uttarakhand) [India], June 10 (ANI): On Saturday morning, a helicopter, which was on its way from Badrinath to Haridwar with pilgrims crashed in Badrinath.

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'Dangal' fame Zaira Wasim rescued from Dal Lake after accident

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:56 IST

Srinagar [Jammu and Kashmir], June 10 (ANI): Zaira Wasim, who made an impressive debut in Aamir Khan's blockbuster movie 'Dangal,' was rescued from an accident in Srinagar.

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Russia, Qatar to discuss Middle East crisis

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:27 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 10 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will today hold talks with his Qatari counterpart Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.

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Rajamouli 'overwhelmed' by Romania's response to 'Baahubali 2'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The 'Baahubali 2' fever just gets higher and higher day by day.

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Anti-Yogi protest: No bail for students who showed black flags to CM

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:15 IST

Lucknow [India], June. 10 (ANI): Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Sunil Kumar rejected the bail pleas of 11 Lucknow University students, who were held for showing black flags to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in protest last Wednesday.

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India vs South Africa: Pollock thinks India will unleash Ashwin

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:11 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 10 (ANI): Former captain Shaun Pollock believes India would play off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin against South Africa to cash-in the latter's weakness against spinners in what would be a virtual quarter-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy on Sunday.

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UP police chief for keeping crime and law & order 'separate'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 10 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh (UP) Director General of Police (DGP) Sulkan Singh on Saturday asked the media to keep crime and law & order 'separate'.

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Apple revamps iMessage, launches integrated communication platform 'Business Chat'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 16:10 IST

Washington [U.S.A], June 10 (ANI): Tech giant Apple unveiled Business Chat, an interactive communication platform incorporated with customer service and shopping on its previous platform, iMessage.

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Signs you are in a doomed relationship

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:59 IST

London [UK], June 10 (ANI): It might be hard to accept but in any relationship there are clear warning signs that it is not only nearing its end, but a harmful one.

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Youth Congress workers arrested for hurling eggs at Agriculture Minister

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:55 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), June 10 (ANI): Bhubaneswar Police on Saturday arrested five persons, including Youth Congress President Lokanath Maharathi for allegedly hurling eggs at Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh's vehicle near the State Guest House here.

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Moscow - Ankara gas pipeline to strengthen Russia in European market

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:49 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 10 (ANI) : The Moscow, Ankara -TurkStream gas pipeline, a 900-kilometre route under the Black Sea that stretches from Russia to Turkey and further extending to Turkey's border with neighbouring countries, will allow Moscow to strengthen its position in the European gas market and reduce dependence on Ukraine, the main route for Russian energy into Europe.

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Two Afghan soldiers killed in U.S. airstrike

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:45 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 10 (ANI):A U.S. air strike killed two Afghan Border Police soldiers in Helmand province on Friday night.

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After five appearances, Sharif's son hopes no more JIT appearance

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:34 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's eledest son Hussain Nawaz has expressed optimism that he would not be re-summoned by the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case.

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208 women MPs, a proud record for UK Parliament

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:29 IST

London [United Kingdom] June 10, ANI: A record number of 208 women have won parliamentary seats in the 2017 general election that was held on Thursday.

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Daily health text messages may help in managing diabetes

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): If you wish to know how to control your diabetes, then a team of researchers has revealed that patients, who received health-related text messages every day for six months showed improvements in their blood sugar levels that equaled those resulting from some glucose-lowering medications.

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CBI registers case against directors of Surya Vinayak Industries for cheating foreign bank

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 15:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday registered a case against the six directors of Surya Vinayak Industries and Surya Vinayak Hospitalities for allegedly cheating the New Delhi branch's Development Bank of Singapore Limited.

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Ed Sheeran's 'Shape of You' touches 1bn mark on Spotify

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:53 IST

London [UK], June 10 (ANI): Ed Sheeran's hit-song 'Shape of You' just keeps on getting bigger and bigger day after day.

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GSTN's Offline Tool to reduce taxpayers' dependence on GST Suvidha Providers

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): For the taxpayers' convenience, the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has announced the launch of its Offline Tool, where data on invoices (business to business), exports and supplies to consumers that are required to create GSTR-1 (Outward Supply Return), can be entered in an excel sheet without being connected to the Internet.

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Champions Trophy: England elect to field against Australia

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:40 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 10 (ANI): England won the toss and opted to field against Australia in their final Group A encounter of the ongoing Champions Trophy at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham here on Saturday.

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Roman Polanski's victim asks judge to dismiss sexual offence case

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:34 IST

New York [USA], June 10 (ANI): Samantha Geimer was 13 when she was sexually assaulted by Roman Polanski in the late 1970s. Now, 40 years after the numerous proceedings of the on-going case, she has asked the judge to drop the case.

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Three new faces from AIFF Scouting Trials called for U-22 Final Camp

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Three players from ''nowhere'', who attended the U22 selection trials, have been summoned by national coach Stephen Constantine for the final preparatory camp for the forthcoming 2018 AFC U-23 Championship Qualifiers slated in Doha in July 2017.

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`Raabta`, `Behen Hogi Teri` open to decent business at BO

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The opening day collection of this week's Bollywood releases -'Raabta' and 'Behen Hogi Teri'- has been fairly low.

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French Open: Nadal shrugs off perfect 10

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:12 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 10 (ANI): Fourteen-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal has insisted that winning a record 10th French Open title would not be the greatest achievement of his career.

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Obesity in elderly diabetic patients may live longer

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Are you worried about your over-weight grandparents?

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Replacement of BPA on water bottles may not cause obesity: Study

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Those common chemicals that manufacturers use to make plastic food containers, water bottles and other consumer products, instead of BPA, do not contribute to obesity, says a study.

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New drug may benefit blood cancer patients

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): A team of US researchers has found that a drug alone or with combination of chemotherapy may show promising results in treating patients with blood cancer.

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Pak increases infiltration bids ahead of Amarnath Yatra

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 14:02 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) June 10 (ANI): Pakistan has increased infiltration bids in Jammu and Kashmir just ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra.

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Pakistan vows safe repatriation of Afghan refugees

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:55 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Pakistan's National Security Adviser (NSA) Lt General (retired) Nasser Janjua has reaffirmed that Islamabad is committed to the policy of ensuring the dignified and safe return of Afghan refugees to their homeland.

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Three civilians killed in Afghan mosque shooting

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:55 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 10 (ANI) :Three Afghan civilians were killed and nine others wounded in a shooting at a mosque in the country's eastern province of Paktia.

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Constitution Amendment after local polls: Nepal PM

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:52 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 10 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has announced that a Constitution Amendment as demanded by the Madhes-based parties will happen only after the second phase of local level elections scheduled for June 28.

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Mel Gibson's son to play Al Capone in 'In the Absence of Good Men'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:35 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 10 (ANI): It seems like Al Capone is all set to take on the streets again.

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Mamata assures she will restore normalcy in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:13 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 10 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has assured that she will restore normalcy in restive Darjeeling district, which has been badly hit by a shut down called by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM)

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Miley Cyrus releases new song in honour of Pride month

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Pop Sensation Miley Cyrus has dropped her new single 'Inspired.'

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State cannot progress without farmers, asserts MP CM Chouhan

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:03 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh),[India] June 10 (ANI): Claiming that the majority of the population in Madhya Pradesh is dependent on farming, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said Saturday that the state cannot progress without its farmers.

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CM Mamata Banerjee must stop doing 'divisive' politics: GJM chief

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 13:03 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 10 (ANI): Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung on Saturday requested West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee not to do or promote 'divisive' politics in the state.

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Erdogan assures support to Qatar amid diplomatic row

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:57 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 10 (ANI) : President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has promised to continue supporting Qatar amid a diplomatic row engulfing that Gulf state.

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What is the secret of Mahira Khan's beauty?

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:54 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Facial oils are the secret behind Mahira Khan's beauty.

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IOC approves new events for Tokyo Olympics

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:40 IST

Lausanne [Switzerland], June 10 (ANI): The International Olympic Committee (IOC) yesterday approved new events for the 2020 Tokyo Games, including a number of mixed-gender competitions.

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No toilet, no bride: 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' trailer out tomorrow

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): After building up the hype with posters of 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha,' the makers are all set to release the trailer of the movie tomorrow.

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New Dvmap Trojan can delete system's root access, reveals Kaspersky

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The recently discovered Dvmap Trojan can destroy root access after gaining rights on an Android smartphone, revealed Kaspersky Lab experts. Subsequently, since it cannot be detected, there also looms a threat of the device being controlled by the Trojan, by injecting a malicious code into the system library.

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7th Senior National Hockey C'ship: PSPB thrash Hockey Rajasthan 11-0

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:22 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 10 (ANI): Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) recorded a commanding 11-0 victory over Hockey Rajasthan in their Pool A match of the ongoing 7th Senior National Hockey Championships 2017 (Men) 'B' Division on Friday.

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Take the positives, avoid negativity on social media: Katrina Kaif

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:21 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): The immediacy provided by social media has made it possible for everyone to become so-called 'moral police,' as a result of which shaming celebs for their choice of clothes has unfortunately become a thing.

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We desperately want to win against Kyrgyz Republic, says Sunil Chhetri

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:20 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): Even after registering seven consecutive wins, including the recent 2-0 thumping of Nepal at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai, the Indian football team do not dwell on the past much and is already focused on a "massive" match in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers against Kyrgyz Republic on June 13 in Bengaluru.

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UTT inaugural edition: 48 players drafted into six franchises

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:19 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): Inching closer to the much-anticipated inaugural edition of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), India's newest franchise-based professional sports league, 24 foreign players and 24 Indian players (both men and women) were drafted into six different franchises on Friday at the NSCI, UTT venue partner.

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Tantric arrested for 14-year-old Kannauj girl's rape, murder

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:19 IST

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh),[India] June 10 (ANI): Police in Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj District have apprehended the tantric who was absconding after raping and murdering a 14-year-old girl in what has turned out to be a case of human sacrifice.

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'Game of Thrones' Season 7 episodes run-time revealed

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 12:18 IST

London [UK], June 10 (ANI): The upcoming season of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' will be the biggest till now, not just in size, but in run-time too.

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Rashid's magic help Afghanistan rout Windies in St. Lucia

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:57 IST

St. Lucia [West Indies], June 10 (ANI): A miraculous bowling performance from young leg-spinner Rashid Khan helped Afghanistan achieve a stunning 63-run win over West Indies in the first ODI of the three-match series here at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St. Lucia on Friday.

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Trouble in conceiving? Smoking can be a reason

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The rate of infertility in India has increased over the last few years with reports of more and more couples seeking medical solutions for it.

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Removing old cells from joints can delay onset of osteoarthritis

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Good news, a study has found that selective removal of old cells, senescent cells (SnCs) from joints can significantly delay the onset of osteoarthritis.

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KRSF initiates road safety campaign in Jammu and Kashmir

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) [India] June 10 (ANI) : The Kashmir Road Safety Foundation(KRSF), an NGO, has initiated a club to train Kashmiri students about traffic management. The KRSF has been spreading awareness in the valley for the last three years.

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Qatar must stop funding terror, extremist ideology: Trump

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:47 IST

Washington D.C. [ United States], June 10 (ANI): Accusing Qatar of 'sponsoring terrorism at a very high level', U.S. President Donald Trump has said it's time that Qatar stop funding terrorism.

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'Dick Tracy' star Glenne Headly passes away at 62

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:47 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 10 (ANI): Emmy award nominated actress, Glenne Headly has died at the age of 62.

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Amanda Bynes explains her 'I want Drake to Murder my V**ina' tweet

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): After being out of the limelight for four years, former child star Amanda Bynes finally sat down for a rare interview and explained her infamous tweet directed towards Drake.

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Impossible to give loan waiver to farmers, says MP Agriculture Minister

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:22 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 10 (ANI): Amid raging protests by farmers spiralling across Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district, state Agriculture Minister Gauri Shankar Bisen on Saturday categorically refused to provide any relief, saying the government has already been providing interest free loans and hence there's no need for a waiver.

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Aamir Khan's love for me is very deep: Ranbir Kapoor

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:22 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor, who has witnessed a roller coaster in career with some hits and flops, has always been supported by none other than Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan

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Modi, Ghani agree for concerted efforts to fight terrorism

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:19 IST

Astana[ Kazakhstan], June 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Friday on the margins of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO) Summit in Astana and strongly condemned the recent spate of terrorist attacks in Kabul and other parts of Afghanistan, and expressed India's sincere condolences on loss of hundreds of innocent lives and injury to several more.

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Champions Trophy: Australia face England in do-or-die match

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:19 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 10 (ANI): Australia will today face England in what would be a do-or-die game for them in the ongoing Champions Trophy here at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham.

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Odisha: Eight killed, two injured in truck-auto collision

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:18 IST

Chandol (Odisha) [India], June 10 (ANI): At least eight people were killed and two were seriously injured after a truck collided with an auto-rickshaw at Chandol near Jagatsinghpur's Machhagaon on Saturday.

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MP CM Chouhan doing 'political drama' to gain people's sympathy: Congress

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Reacting to Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's plan to go on an indefinite fast to restore peace among the farming community of the state, the Congress party today accused the latter of doing political drama to gain the people's sympathy.

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Marvel unleashes 'Black Panther' in first teaser trailer

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 11:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The 'King of Wakanda' is here!

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One civilian injured in cross-fire between terrorists, ITBP in Qazigund

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:46 IST

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 10 (ANI): One civilian was injured in a cross-fire between terrorists and Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel in the Qazigund area of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.

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Male farmers at high risk of contracting 'monkey malaria'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Beware! A study has found that in Malaysia, adult male farmers, involved in plantation, clearing vegetation and forestry work were four times more likely to contract monkey malaria.

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Radiotherapy may cause long-term cognitive impairment

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): U.S. researchers have found that radiation therapy (RT) used for treating patients with brain tumors can alter neural networks and cause long-term cognitive impairment.

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Britain: May to form government with DUP

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:38 IST

London [U.K.], June 10 (ANI): Outrightly rejecting calls for her resignation, Prime Minister Theresa May is considering to clinch a deal with the Democratic Unionists Party (DUP) to guide the UK through crucial Brexit talks.

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Indian Army will appoint women in military police first: General Rawat

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:12 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 10 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat on Saturday said that women would first be inducted into the military police before considering other options in the armed force for them.

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Negativity is in fashion: Shruti Haasan on social media trolls

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 10:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Shruti Haasan is no new to trolls on social media, whether that's for her alleged lip job or for being fat-shamed, after gaining weight for her recently released film 'Behen Hogi Teri.'

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Trump to unveil new Cuba policy next Friday

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:54 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 10 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump will unveil his administration's new policy toward Cuba in a speech in Miami next Friday.

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MP CM Chouhan to begin fast "for peace" to pacify agitated farmers

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:48 IST

Bhopal [Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 10 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will undertake an indefinite fast "for peace" from today, in an attempt to restore peace among the farming community of the state.

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No similarity between 'Jab Harry met Sejal,' 'When Harry met Sally': SRK

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The first thing that pops up in our mind when we hear 'Jab Harry met Sejal' is the classic rom-com 'When Harry met Sally.'

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In Coimbatore, bribe to get dead out of mortuary!

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:30 IST

Salem/Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 10 (ANI): In Tamil Nadu, or specifically in Coimbatore, you now have to pay a bribe to take a dead body out of a hospital mortuary.

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Pak senators demand probe on Musharraf-era nuke proliferation

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:13 IST

Lahore[Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Two Pakistani senators have demanded a probe into the nuclear proliferation carried out during the era of former military ruler General (Retired) Pervez Musharraf.

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Sharing release date is equal to losing out on capacity: SRK

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The big news doing the rounds in the tinsel down is the title of Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma, 'Jab Harry met Sejal,' and preponing its release date from August 11 to August 4.

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I was deported because Malaysia considered me a 'security threat': Vaiko

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:05 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 10 (ANI): MDMK chief and ex-lawmaker Vaiko, who arrived here after not being allowed to enter Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur to attend a marriage, claimed on Saturday that he was deported because he was considered "a security threat" by the Malaysian authorities due to his links with the LTTE.

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Siddharth Roy Kapur, Ronnie Screwvala, Aamir Khan to co-produce 'Salute'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 09:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Roy Kapur Films, RSVP and Aamir Khan Productions have joined hands for Aamir Khan- starrer Rakesh Sharma's biopic 'Salute'.

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Dehradun: Army Chief Gen. Rawat attends Passing Out Parade ceremony

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 08:47 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), June 10 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat attended the Passing Out Parade held at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) on Saturday.

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'Bareilly Ki Barfi' to hit screens on August 18

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 08:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Kriti Sanon and Ayushmann Khurrana's upcoming flick 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' is all set to release on August 18.

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Beware! Consuming those soft shelled turtles may prove deadly

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 08:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 10 (ANI): Beware the dangers of eating seafood! A study has recently found that soft shelled turtles, zooplankton, fish, waterfowl, crab, lobster, shrimp are likely to spread the cholera in humans.

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Kansas man indicted on 'hate crime' charges for killing Indian national Kuchibhotla

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:53 IST

Kansas City [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): A man accused of killing one Indian national and injuring another in a bar shooting in suburban Kansas City was indicted by a federal grand jury on hate crime charges here.

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Austria bans burqas in public places

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:44 IST

Vienna [Austria], June 10 (ANI): Austria has adopted a law that bans wearing burqas in public places.

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BJP stands in support of Shivraj Chouhan's indefinite fast

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): After Shivraj Singh Chouhan decided to begin an indefinite fast for peace and talks with farmers on loan waivers and better prices for their produce, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has vowed to stand in support of his initiative stating that this act of the Chief Minister proved his commitment for the people and the state.

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'Despacito' stays #1 on Billboard charts for 4 consecutive weeks

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee's 'Despacito' ft. Justin Bieber continues to rule the charts maintaining its position at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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Denial of Vaiko's entry into Malaysia needs enquiry: BJP

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:27 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 10 (ANI): Expressing disappointment over Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) chief Vaiko being denied entry into Malaysia yesterday, Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Tamilisai Soundararajan on Saturday said that the issue needed to be enquired thoroughly.

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BJP ordered to open fire at farmers; we can't be blamed: Congress

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Coming down heavily on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for unnecessarily blaming the Congress for blowing the farmers protest in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh out of proportion, the grand old party asserted that they cannot be blamed, when the saffron party was ordering the police to open fire at the farmers.

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Mumbai: Woman throws acid on ex-lover, arrested

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 07:19 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10 (ANI): A 25-year-old woman, who threw acid at her former boyfriend in Mumbai's Goregaon, was arrested by the police on Friday.

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Congress should be punished: Farmer leader on Re. 1 compensation by K'taka Govt.

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:57 IST

Gulbarga (Karnataka) [India], June 10 (ANI): Slamming the Congress government for depositing a compensation of Rupee 1 for the damaged crops in farmers' bank accounts, farmer leader Basavaraj Ingin on Saturday said that this move should be punished by the public.

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Mumbai: Car rams into dumper, three seriously injured

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Three people were seriously injured on late Friday night after a car on the Eastern Express Highway rammed into a road side dumper.

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BJP slams Cong. over video showing its leaders inciting violence in MP

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:54 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 10 (ANI): Slamming the Congress after its leaders got caught on camera purportedly inciting party workers and farmers to burn down a police station in Madhya Pradesh, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday requested the Government to immediately arrest the miscreants and book them under relevant acts to ensure normalcy in the state.

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Congress blames Centre for taking long on deciding Zakir Naik's case

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Following the National Investigation Agency's (NIA) decision to revoke the Indian passport issued to Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) president Dr. Zakir Abdul Karim Naik, the Congress on Saturday condemned the Narendra Modi-led government asserting that when the Centre has all proof against the controversial Islamic preacher, it should not take too long for the Government to decide on his case.

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Pak's true face needs to be exposed: Defence expert

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Appreciating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address on terrorism at the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Kazakhstan, defence expert Major General (retired) SP Sinha on Saturday said that Pakistan's true face needed to be exposed, adding Russia, China and India should work together to eliminate terrorism across the world.

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'Congress unable to come to terms with BJP's support towards MP farmers'

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 06:23 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 10 (ANI): Blaming Congress for politicising the farmers' issue in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh Power Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shrikant Sharma on Saturday said that the former was not able to come to terms with the developmental works done for the farmers by the saffron party, adding that the public knows who was genuinely supporting the issue.

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Theresa May to 'reflect' after losing majority in Parliament

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 05:50 IST

London [U.K.], June 10 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has said she would take time to "reflect" on how to move forward after a surprise snap election result left the Conservative Party without a majority in the Parliament.

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WH social media director Dan Scavino warned after tweet

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 05:30 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): The U.S. Office of Special Counsel has reprimanded Senior White House aide Dan Scavino for violating the Hatch Act in a tweet, according to a letter posted by a Washington watchdog group.

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House, Senate investigators request for Trump tapes, Comey memos

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 05:05 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): House and Senate investigators have triggered off a series of requests after former FBI director James Comey's testimony, and sought for memos of his private discussions with President Donald Trump and any records the White House kept of their discussion, including audio recordings.

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Romney 'would have accepted' Secretary of State post under Trump

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 04:37 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): Former Governor of Massachusetts Mitt Romney has revealed that he was serious enough about becoming President Donald Trump's Secretary of State and that he spoke to Hillary Clinton about the post, who encouraged him to take it.

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Prime Minister Modi arrives in Delhi after Kazakhstan's historic visit

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 04:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): After wrapping up his historic visit to Kazakhstan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New Delhi in the wee hours of Saturday.

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PM Modi meets Chinese President Xi Jinping, discusses bilateral relations

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 02:23 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Astana on the sidelines of the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit and discussed bilateral relations where the latter pointed out that the international environment was undergoing profound and complex changes.

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French Open 2017: Nadal sets up final against Wawrinka

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 02:10 IST

Paris [France], June 10 (ANI): Nine-time champion Rafael Nadal has powered into a record 10th French Open final on Friday and is all set to face 2015 winner Stan Wawrinka for the title.

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Trump says is willing to testify under oath about Comey claims

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 01:34 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 10 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said he was willing to testify under oath about his conversations with former FBI director James Comey.

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Shakib, Mahmudullah knock Kiwis out of Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 01:05 IST

Cardiff [U.K], June 10 (ANI): In what could be termed as one of the biggest days for Bangladesh cricket, Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah struck brilliant centuries to not only bring their team out of the hot water, but also register a thumping five-wicket win in their final Champions Trophy Group A fixture against New Zealand, thus knocking the latter out of the tournament here at Sophia Gardens on Friday.

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PM Modi exhorts SCO to fight against terrorism

Updated: Jun 10, 2017 00:26 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has exhorted the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to wage an untied fight against terrorism.

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Preventing cow slaughter will stop hatred: RSS leader Indresh Kumar

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 23:31 IST

Hyderabad (Telengana) [India], June 9 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar on Friday appealed against slaughtering and consumption of cow, saying that doing so would help preventing hatred from spreading across the world.

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Rowling destroys man on Twitter for calling Theresa May a w****

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 23:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 09 (ANI): Celebrated Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling on Friday unfollowed a 'liberal' man on Twitter after he abused British Prime Minister Theresa May with cuss words.

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Now United Airlines misbehaves with Chinese tennis star!

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 23:02 IST

Beijing [China], June 9 (ANI): The United Airlines is again in news for wrong reasons. This time Chinese female tennis player Zhang Shuai has accused the airlines' staff of insulting her on a journey.

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India, Pak becoming SCO members will boost development

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 22:47 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Granting India and Pakistan membership of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) will boost the organization's development and potential, SCO leaders said Friday.

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NSCN-K supremo Khaplang passes away

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 22:38 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland) [India] June 9 (ANI): S.S. Khaplang, chairman of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Khaplang (NSCN-K), passed away on Friday evening in Myanmar.

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French Open: Wawrinka beats Murray in five-set thriller to enter finals

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 22:37 IST

London [UK], June. 9 (ANI): Stan Wawrinka edged past Andy Murray in a five set thrilling encounter today to enter the finals of the French Open 2017.

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Modi and Ghani discuss terrorism, Afghan reconciliation

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 22:09 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his meeting with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani discussed the current situation in Afghanistan, with specific reference to fighting terrorism and promoting peace, stability and reconciliation there.

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Congress hits out at Centre, says beef is like vegetable to Arunachalees

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 22:08 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): With slogans like "We will eat beef and it's like vegetable to us" rending the air, a few hundred Congress workers led by the Arunachal Pradesh Youth Congress (APYC) took out a rally here today to register protest against the Centre's ban on cow slaughter for sale in markets.

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May to form government with help of Democratic Unionist party

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 21:37 IST

London [UK], June 9 (ANI): After failing to secure a majority in the parliament in Thursday's snap general election, British Prime Minister Theresa May has announced plans to form a government with the backing of the Democratic Unionist party.

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Shivraj Chouhan has farmers' blood on his hands: Congress

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 21:36 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): Taking a dig at the indefinite strike by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, amid the ongoing farmers strike in Mandsaur, the Congress Party on Friday said that the former should stop his 'drama' as he is responsible for the death of the farmers in the state.

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Kolkata: PIL against 'unconstitutional' bandh called by GJM in Darjeeling

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 21:07 IST

Kolkata [India], June. 9 (ANI): A PIL has been filed in the Calcutta High Court today against the bandh called by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) in Darjeeling, declaring it to be 'unconstitutional and illegal'.

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Visakhapatnam: Two Filipino sailors found dead on coal vessel

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 20:37 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): At least two sailors from Philippines were found dead on a coal vessel on the way to Visakhapatnam's Gangavaram Port.

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Iraq: Female suicide bomber kills 21 in deadly explosion

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 20:15 IST

Baghdad [Iraq], June 9 (ANI): At least 21 people were killed and several others wounded after a female suicide bomber blew herself up in a market south of the capital Baghdad on Friday, according to media reports.

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Situation in Darjeeling under control, assures Mamata

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 20:02 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 9, (ANI): Branding the incident of the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) protest here as 'abhorrent', West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday assured that the situation is now under control and appealed to the people of the region to maintain peace.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM to observe indefinite fast, talk to agitating farmers

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 19:55 IST

Bhopal [Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 9 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will go on an indefinite fast from Saturday in an attempt to restore peace in the state, that is on the boil after six farmers were killed in police firing in Mandsaur.

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Chennai: BJP office receives bomb threat, parcel with gunpowder

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 19:41 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 9 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) office here received a bomb threat from an unknown person on Friday.

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Siemens signs MOU with K'taka govt. to establish centers of excellence

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Siemens Industry Software India on Friday announced signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Government Tool Room and Training Center (Government of Karnataka) and DesignTech Systems Ltd. to establish four Centers of Excellence across Karnataka.

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This weekend, fly to Oman and beat the heat!

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): If you are done with hitting places around Delhi, then Oman can be your next weekend destination.

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Xi tells Modi he saw 'Dangal', praises Indian films

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 19:09 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9, (ANI): Bollywood actor Amir Khan starrer and record breaking Indian Film 'Dangal' also came in the spectrum of bilateral talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the latter praised Indian Cinema.

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JK: Five terrorists gunned down in Uri, ops continue

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:55 IST

Srinagar [India], June. 9 (ANI): At least five terrorists have been gunned down so far today, as the Indian Army continues to thwart the stream of cross-border infiltration along the Line of Control (LoC) at Uri Sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Here's how you can book your summer travel in a jiffy!

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Whether planning a summer trip with friends or family, deciding a destination is always a task. It takes a while for travelers to choose an ideal holiday destination as there are so many beaches, hills, wild life parks and other options to choose from.

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Caught-on-cam: Congress MLA incites mob to burn down police station

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:34 IST

Shivpuri [Madya Pradesh) [India] June 9 (ANI): A Congress MLA from Madhya Pradesh was caught on camera purportedly inciting party workers and farmers to burn down a police station here.

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CoursePlay collaborates with iSpring to offer e-learning tools

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Cloud-based software CoursePlay on Friday announced its strategic alliance with iSpring Solutions, a US-based technology leader in the e-learning industry.

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Pet dogs ownership may help older people to keep healthy

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:22 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], June 9 (ANI): Pet dogs may help older people to achieve physical activity levels, recommended by the World Health Organisation, suggests a study.

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Nepal PM promises Constitution amendment post elections

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:20 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 9, (ANI): Newly elected Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has promised the amendment of the Constitution after the conclusion of the second phase of the local polls, as he appealed to the agitating parties to participate in the polls.

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SC stays Centre's order of linking Aadhar with PAN card for IT return

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the Union Government's order of linking Aadhaar card with the Permanent Account Number (PAN) card for filing of Income Tax Return (ITR).

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Shruti Haasan on 'Nepotism': Coin flips both ways

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Looks like Shruti Haasan has the apt and practical answer to one of the recent buzzwords of Bollywood- Nepotism.

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PM Modi discusses terrorism, radicalisation with Uzbekistan President

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 18:08 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the threat of terrorism and radicalisation during the bilateral talks with Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on his second and final day of Kazakhstan visit.

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Coal scam: ED attaches assets worth Rs. 206 crore

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:56 IST

Bilaspur (Chattisgarh) [India] , June 9 ANI : The Enforcement Directorate(ED) has attached a Steel plant and a coal block owned by Jayaswal Neco Industries worth Rs. 206 crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Chhattisgarh.

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BCCI awaits CAC's response on Head Coach appointment

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:50 IST

London [U.K], June 9 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president CK Khanna on Friday said that the board is still waiting for the Cricket Advisory Committee's (CAC) response with regard to the selection of the national team's Head Coach.

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Chhota Shakeel's shooter sent to three-day police custody

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 9 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Friday sent gangster Chhota Shakeel's shooter Junaid Chowdhry to a 3-day police custody.

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PVR launches first 4DX screen in Bengaluru, Mumbai

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Film entertainment company PVR Cinemas (PVR) on Friday announced its partnership with CJ 4DPLEX to launch first 4DX auditorium in PVR Market City, Bengaluru.

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Energy from renewable sources has passed another milestone

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:26 IST

London [U.K.] June 9, (ANI): Britain made another history on the eve of election day, when power from wind, solar, hydro and wood pellet burning supplied 50.7 per cent of the UK's total energy consumption on Wednesday. It is the first time renewable sources have provided more electricity than coal and gas, Independent reported.

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Indore farmer dies of injuries, wife attempts suicide

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:21 IST

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): A farmer succumbed to his injuries in an Indore hospital on Friday and on hearing the news, his wife attempted to commit suicide.

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India, China spoke on turning differences into opportunities

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:20 IST

Astana (Kazakhstan), New Delhi June 9 (ANI): Asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a very cordial and positive meeting, Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar on Friday said leaders of the two nations observed that as world becomes more multi-polar, it has become more important for them to work together more closely.

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Airbnb introduces a new way to check in

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Easy check-ins are crucial to five-star trips. With Airbnb, guests and hosts communicate directly with each other about checking in, exchanging keys, and checking out.

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Delhi constable shoots himself dead

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): A police constable in Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area has shot himself dead.

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Now, a calculator can estimate success of kidney transplant outcome

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 17:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA] June 9(ANI): The US researchers have developed a calculator, which can estimate the functioning of a kidney after transplantation.

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Army neutralises two terrorists in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:59 IST

Srinagar [India], June. 9 (ANI): The Indian Army continued to thwart the stream of cross-border infiltration, as two terrorists were gunned down today along the Line of Control (LoC) at Uri Sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Gravitale is back with its new Vinotherapy Products, exclusively on Purplle

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Gravitale, created officially in 2016, is one of the most unique beauty brands in the world. Nestled in the Nilgiris, India's 'Blue Mountains', Gravitale is the world's first integrated vinotherapy products company to grow its own grapes specifically and exclusively for its holistic skin nourishing beauty products.

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'Galti Se Mistake' is out, with Ranbir's dancing skills

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): After the quirky dance number 'Ullu Ka Patha', the makers of 'Jagga Jasoos' have now released the second track 'Galti Se Mistake', starring the crazy and zany moves of Ranbir Kapoor.

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Modi Govt. 'disturbing' educational institutions: Congress

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:52 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Congress on Friday alleged that the Centre has been disturbing educational institutions across the nation.

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Rajnath tells opposition not to play with farmers' interests

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:52 IST

Dudu (Rajasthan) [India], June 9 (ANI): Coming down heavily on opposition political parties for 'unnecessarily' blowing the farmers protest in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh out of proportion, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday called on them not to play with the interest of farmers.

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AITA to recommend Rohan Bopanna's name for Arjuna Award

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): After Rohan Bopanna's French Open mixed doubles success, the All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Friday decided to recommend his name for the prestigious Arjuna award.

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Excess weight ups risk of complications after joint replacement surgery

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): A study has found that obese patients, who are undergoing shoulder joint replacement surgery, are at increased risk of complications, including the need for 'revision' surgery.

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Trump breaks Twitter silence, says ex-FBI chief Comey is a 'leaker'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:39 IST

Washington D.C. (United States), June 9 (ANI): U.S.President Donald J. Trump on Friday fired off an early morning tweet in which he said he had been "vindicated" by the James Comey hearing, adding that the former FBI director was a "leaker."

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SBI reduces home loan interest rates by 10 bps for loans above Rs. 75 lakhs

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Largest home loan provider State Bank of India (SBI) on Friday revised its interest rates as it reduced 10 bps for properties above Rs. 75 lakhs.

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Army transfer racket: Middleman Gaurav Kohli's bail plea dismissed

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Patiala House Court today dismissed the bail plea of 'middleman' Gaurav Kohli in connection with the alleged 'transfer posting racket' that is said to have been functioning in the Indian Army.

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Leaders must leave a legacy of peace for future generations, says Nawaz

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:35 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Addressing the SCO's heads of council meeting on Friday, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif congratulated India on becoming a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

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President launches mobile app 'Selfie with Daughter'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee launched a mobile application, 'Selfie with Daughter', aimed at spreading awareness about female foeticide at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.

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GST Council constitutes 18 sectoral groups for smooth roll-out of GST

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council on Friday announced the setting up of 18 sectoral groups to ensure a smooth roll-out of the GST.

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EC bribery case: Middleman Sukesh Chandrashekhar's bail plea dismissed

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 9 (ANI): The Tis Hazari Court on Friday dismissed the bail plea of middleman Sukesh Chandrasekhar in connection with a case involving the alleged bribing of Election Commission officials for ownership of the AIADMK's two-leaves symbol.

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India, China discuss turning differences into opportunities

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:16 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a very cordial and positive meeting, Indian Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar on Friday said leaders of the two nations observed that as world becomes more multi-polar, it has become more important for them to work together more closely.

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Chinese President calls for closer cooperation with India

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:15 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping in his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held on the sidelines of the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, on Friday called for closer cooperation between the two countries.

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Champions Trophy: De Villiers to undergo fitness test ahead of India clash

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:15 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 9 (ANI): South Africa skipper AB de Villiers, who is nursing a hamstring injury, will undergo fitness Test ahead of their penultimate Champions Trophy group clash against India to be held at the Kennington Oval on Sunday.

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PM Modi attacks Pakistan on terrorism, advises China on OBOR

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:15 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): Addressing the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Kazakhstan capital Astana, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation to coordinate their efforts to fight the menace of terrorism which is plaguing the region.

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Experiment with colours this summer season

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 16:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): All of us have our favourite colours that we keep going back to every now and then. However, our favourite colours aren't ALWAYS in trend.

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Champions Trophy: Kiwis to bat against B'desh in must-win clash

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 15:57 IST

Wales [U.K], June 9 (ANI): New Zealand have won the toss and elected to bat first in their penultimate Group A Champions Trophy clash against Bangladesh at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Friday.

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Treebo, Goomo tie-up to strengthen distribution network

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Online hotel aggregator Treebo on Friday announced its partnership with Mumbai- headquartered travel-tech company Goomo to further strengthen its distribution network.

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Now U.S. to invest in hydrogen, fuel cell energy

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 15:57 IST

Washington, D.C. [United States], June 9 (ANI): Merely a week after President Donald Trump's announcement to withdraw from the Paris Accord, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that approximately USD 15.8 million for 30 new projects aimed at discovery and development of novel, low-cost materials necessary for hydrogen production and storage and for fuel cells onboard light-duty vehicles.

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Knife wielding man holds hostages at job centre in northeast England

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 15:41 IST

London [U.K.] June 9 (ANI): An armed man is holding hostages at a job centre in Northeast England.

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Smugglers arrested at Lucknow Airport with gold

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 15:08 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): Two smugglers have been arrested from Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport with gold worth Rs. 63 lakh. An investigation into the matter is currently underway.

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Bombay HC vacates its stay on cluster developments in MMRDA region

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 14:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), June 9 (ANI): The Bombay High Court on Friday vacated its stay on cluster developments in Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) region.

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Consuming three servings of low-fat milk daily ups Parkinson's risk

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 14:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): Consuming at least three servings of low fat or skimmed milk, yogurt or cottage cheese daily have 34 percent greater risk of developing Parkinson's disease, warns a study.

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Jammu-bound AI flight suffers tyre burst

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 14:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), June 9 (ANI): A Jammu-bound Air India flight suffered a tyre burst on Friday at Jammu airport.

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Govt. making all efforts to double farmers' income: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 14:05 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 9 (ANI): In the back drop of Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district boiling due to extensive agitation carried out by farmers, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government is making all efforts to double the income of the farmers of the nation by year 2022.

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PM, Sharif meeting won't yield results: Experts

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Defence experts on Friday said the small talk between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif has led to a lot of conjecture and apprehension, but will be result less

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Girls again outshine boys in UP Board exams

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:56 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), June 9 (ANI): As the Uttar Pradesh Board announced its results for Class 10 and 12 examinations today, there was much cheer at the residences of Fatehpur girls. Tejasvi Devi and Priyanshi Tiwari, who have topped this year's 10th and 12th examinations with 95.83 percent and 96.20 percent respectively.

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Without even screen test, SRK-Farah chose Deepika for 'Om Shanti Om'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Next up on 'Famously Filmfare' is Bollywood's ultra-glam diva Deepika Padukone, where she will talk about her first film 'Om Shanti Om' and how Farah Khan and Shah Rukh Khan took her for the role without holding a screen test.

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SBI closes Rs. 15000 crore mega QIP

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The State Bank of India (SBI) on Friday successfully concluded India's largest ever Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) of Rs. 15,000 crore that witnessed oversubscription and demand, which exceeded Rs. 27,000 crore.

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SCO Summit begins in Astana: PM Modi to address

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:56 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): The 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit began in Kazakhstan capital Astana on Friday and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address it today.

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Miandad calls for axing of underperforming Pak players

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:47 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 9 (ANI): Former cricket coach Javed Miandad has called on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to drop under performing players from the ODI side for future contests.

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Gorkha Janmukti Morcha-led 12-hour shutdown leaves several tourists stranded

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:33 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 9 (ANI): The Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) on Friday observed a 12-hour-long strike in the hills of West Bengal, stranding over 10,000 tourists on a visit to the area.

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IndusInd Bank raises USD 225 m loan from OPIC; to support MSME lending

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and IndusInd Bank on Friday executed a finance agreement for a USD 225 million loan in support of MSME lending programs across India.

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Vaiko denied entry into Malaysia for alleged LTTE links

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:25 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 9 (ANI): Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) chief Vaiko was denied entry into Malaysia on Friday.

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Preemies respond worse to flu, lung diseases in adulthood

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): A study has found that babies born before 37 weeks may respond worse to flu and other lung diseases later in life due to absence of certain lung cells.

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Abducted Chinese nationals have been killed, claims ISIS

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:11 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 9 (ANI) :The Islamic State has claimed that they have killed two Chinese nationals they had abducted from Quetta last month.

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Indebted MP farmer commits suicide

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 13:04 IST

Raisen (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): A farmer, Srikrishna Meena, having debt of Rs. 10 lakh, allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district.

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Shoaib Akhtar toughest bowler I faced, says Dhoni

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:55 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 9 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni has revealed that former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar was the toughest bowler he had ever faced in his illustrious career.

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Hung Parliament in Britain: PM May under pressure to resign

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:50 IST

London[U.K.], June 9 (ANI):UK Prime Minister Theresa May is staring at an uncertain political future after her gamble to call for a snap election backfired. Latest results indicated that the Conservative Party has failed to win an overall majority in parliament, and the country is now set for a hung one.

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Sia aims to raise HIV awareness with 'Free Me'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:42 IST

New York [UK], June 9 (ANI): Sia's latest number 'Free Me' is a heart-wrenching music video with a cause.

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50 dumpers seized at Madhya Pradesh sand mining site

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:41 IST

Tikamgarh (Madhya Pradesh), June 9 (ANI): As many as 50 dumpers and five machines were seized after the Jatara Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) carried out a raid on the Uprara sand mining site in Madhya Pradesh's Tikamgarh district.

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Chhota Shakeel's shooter arrested

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested gangster Chhota Shakeel's shooter and the alleged contract killer Junaid Chaudhary from Bhagirathi Vihar in New Delhi.

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Dharaninagar drainage spill toxic foams

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:29 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 9 (ANI): Residents of Allwyn colony of Kukatpally in Hyderabad were startled when they saw a drainage throwing up toxic foams on Thursday.

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Murray, Nadal eye French Open final spot

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:22 IST

Paris [France], June 9 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray and fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will aim to book their place in the finals of the French Open when they take on their respective opponents in their men's singles last-four clash here today.

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Women activists demand action in Unnao gang rape matter

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:12 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), June 9 (ANI): Asserting that crimes against women are on the rise in Uttar Pradesh, women rights activists on Friday demanded that the government and the administration should look into this matter seriously for curbing violence against females.

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Tributes paid to Naugam braveheart

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:11 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 9 (ANI): Rich tributes were paid to soldier Tara Bahadur Roka who died yesterday while countering an infiltration bid in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowgam.

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Tamil Nadu farmers resume their protest

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:11 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 9 (ANI): In another raging farmer's agitation, farmers from Tamil Nadu, who have been demanding loan waivers, drought relief packages and formation of a Cauvery management board to resolve their irrigation issues, resumed their protest in the national capital on Friday.

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PM Modi meets Uzbekistan President, discusses expansion of ties

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:10 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): On his second and final day of his visit to Kazakhstan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit here on Friday.

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Salon services app Yes Madam begins operations in Noida

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Beauty Salon services app Yes madam has announced commencement of its unique pricing model in Noida, which is aimed to introduce beauty services charges at the most minimal cost.

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Guiddoo raises USD 300,000 in pre-series A funding

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 12:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): India's growing In-destination brand Guiddoo has raised funding of USD 300,000 in Pre-Series A funding by existing investors Pawan Borle and Nirmal Singh as well as new Investors including Manish Prasad, Vineet Varma, Nick Haulkoury, and Abhai S. Rao.

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Opposition urges PM Modi to maintain distance from Sharif

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party on Friday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to maintain a distance from his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif. It said India should act strictly with Pakistan as sometimes being too good can backfire.

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Opposition criticizes Mamata for not stopping unrest in West Bengal

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:54 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] June 9 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday criticized Mamata Banerjee for holding a state cabinet meeting in Darjeeling during the tourist season, and blamed her for not stopping the ongoing unrest in West Bengal.

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Introduce egg, peanut early to newborns to prevent asthma

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): Canadian researchers have found that parents who do not feed their newborns with cows milk products, eggs and peanuts during the first year of life, may lead to an increase in risk of wheeze, asthma and eczema in later stages of childhood.

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Woman molested in auto-rickshaw in Thane

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:43 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India], June 9 (ANI): A woman was allegedly molested in an auto-rickshaw in Maharashtra's Thane district.

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SC to hear CBSE's plea against NEET results' stay on Monday

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday decided to hear the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) plea against the stay on National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) results on Monday.

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Beware pregers! Drinking coke may up risk of obesity in your kid

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): Beware would-be-mommies! A study has found that daily consumption of artificially-sweetened beverages during pregnancy could result your child being obese.

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Brain cancer can now be detected five years earlier in blood: Study

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): American researchers have found that changes in immune activity can be indicative of a growing brain tumor five years before the symptoms actually surface.

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Anil Kumble likely to be retained as India's head coach

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:31 IST

Mumbai [India], June 9 (ANI): It seems that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is all set to retain its head coach Anil Kumble after acting president CK Khanna wrote to acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhary requesting him to defer the recruitment process till the end of the West Indies tour.

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Corbyn calls on May to resign even as she promises 'stability

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:31 IST

London [U.K.], June 9 (ANI): Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called on Prime Minister Theresa May to resign saying 'politics has changed" as a majority of Britons have rejected her policies of "austerity".

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Ten police jawans injured after vehicle overturns in MP's Shajapur

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:13 IST

Shajapur (Madhya Pradesh), June 9 (ANI): As many as ten police jawans were injured after their bus overturned in Madhya Pradesh's Shajapur district on Friday.

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Bangladeshi expatriates fear loss of jobs in wake of Gulf snapping ties with Qatar

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:13 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh] June 9 (ANI): Bangladeshi migrants are reportedly distressed over the possibility of them losing their jobs as seven Gulf region countries have snapped diplomatic ties with Qatar on grounds that it is backing terrorism in the region.

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Three children of family drown in Shahdol

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:12 IST

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): Three children of a family, including a girl drowned in a pond in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district late on Thursday.

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Increase appetite by eating in front of mirror

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): Japanese researchers have found that older people, who do not have company, should try to eat in front of a mirror -- or with a picture of themselves eating -- as it can make food more appealing.

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No clash! 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' to release on August 4

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): To avert a big box office clash with 'Toilet : Ek Prem Katha', the makers of 'Jab Harry Met Sejal'- starring Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma - have decided to prepone the release of the film.

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PM Modi thanks China for supporting India to become SCO member

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:04 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 9 (ANI): The much-awaited bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping took place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit here on Friday.

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Shutdown in Kashmir Valley over civilian's death

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 11:04 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 9 (ANI): Hurriyat leaders were spearheading a day-long shutdown in the Kashmir Valley on Friday to protest against the killing of a civilian in Shopian.

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Kim K posts b`day wish for `babe`Yeezy

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 9 (ANI): As Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West turns 40 on June 9, wife Kim Kardashian West took to social media to post an adorable birthday wish for him.

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Champions Trophy: Kiwis, Bangladesh face off in must-win encounter

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:47 IST

Wales [U.K], June 9 (ANI): New Zealand and Bangladesh will head into their final group match of the Champions Trophy in Cardiff on Friday knowing that even a victory might not be enough to see either of the two teams reaching the semi-finals.

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This summer Snapdeal partners with leading banks for array of offers to customers

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI-Businesswire India): Leading banks like HDFC, SBI and HSBC bring exclusive offers this summer Offers on all leading categories including Fashion, FMCG and Home decor etc.

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Rakhibazaar.com announces launch of Rakhi Collection 2017

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:23 IST

New Delhi[India], June 9 (ANI-Businesswire India): India, the country reckoned for its grandeur festivities is soon to get indulged into another major auspicious festival celebration that is named as Raksha Bandhan.

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Russian FM, UN envoy agree to strengthen cease-fire in Syria

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:23 IST

Ankara[Turkey], June 9 (ANI): Russia has called for a strengthening of the cease-fire arrangement in Syria's de-escalation zones with the objective of accelerating peace talks during a meeting with a UN special envoy in Moscow on Thursday.

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Steel bombs hurled at CPI(M) committee office in Kozhikode

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:23 IST

Kozhikode (Kerala), June 9 (ANI): Unidentified persons hurled steel bombs at the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M) ) committee office in Kozhikode, Kerala, late last night.

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Alabama executes man for killing of three fast food restaurant workers in 1994

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:16 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 9 (ANI): Alabama prison authorities have confirmed the execution of a 46-year-old man who was convicted and placed on death row for the killing three people at a fast-food restaurant during a 1994 robbery in Alabama.

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Curfew to be relaxed in Mandsaur post farmers agitation

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 10:02 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): Curfew in the violence-hit Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh will be relaxed from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., today.

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All love: Vin Diesel shares throwback picture with Deepika Padukone

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 09:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Vin Diesel, who shares a great bond with B-town's leggy lass and his 'xXx: Return of the Xander Cage' co-star Deepika Padukone, has posted an adorable throwback picture with the actress, which is all about love.

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Lalu optimistic about getting 'favourable verdict' in fodder scam case

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 09:58 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand), June 9 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav arrived at the special CBI court here on Friday morning for hearing in connection with one of the fodder scam cases.

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Pakistan Foreign Office claims 'belligerent' India seeking conflict

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 09:37 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 9 (ANI): Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesman has claimed that his country is of the view that a "belligerent" India is seeking to escalate tensions to the point of there being the possibility of a conflict between the two countries.

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Rahul Gandhi's detention 'undemocratic': Congress

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 09:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday condemned Thursday's detention of party vice-president Rahul Gandhi in Madhya Pradesh, dubbing the whole incident as 'undemocratic'.

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Telangana youth shot in California, family seeks govt's help

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 09:09 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 9 (ANI): Family members of a Telangana youth shot and injured by an unidentified person in California five days ago, have approached External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj for help in flying out to visit him.

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Meet B-town's Harry and Sejal

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 08:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): It's not always that a film's title creates this much noise that SRK-Anushka Sharma's upcoming did all this while!

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Rahul Gandhi well-known for exploiting human tragedies for political gains: BJP

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 08:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi is known to be involved in exploiting human tragedies for his political gains.

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Champaran Satyagraha centenary: Ramdev to preside over yoga camp

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 08:15 IST

Champaran (Bihar) [India], June 9 (ANI): Baba Ramdev is presiding over a three-day free yoga camp in Bihar's Champaran to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's Champaran Satyagraha.

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Full moon festival to begin in Andhra today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 08:15 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 9 (ANI): The State Tourism Department in Andhra Pradesh is holding a three-day full moon festival at Oravakallu, a natural landscape of regal rock formations, beginning today.

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'MODI festival' to be organized in J-K

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 08:04 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 9 (ANI): The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is organizing a three-day 'MODI festival' on completion of three years of Union Government at Satwari in Jammu from today.

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PM Modi to address SCO summit in Kazakhstan today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:51 IST

Astana (Kazakhstan), June 9 (ANI): The 17th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit will formally begin today at Astana in Kazakhstan.

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CBFC chief wants Akshay's 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' to be tax-free

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairperson Pahlaj Nihalani watched the trailer of Akshay Kumar's upcoming movie 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' and later took to Twitter to praise the premise of the movie.

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Amit Shah to inaugurate 'Modi fest' in Raipur today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:51 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 9 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah will inaugurate 'Modi fest' in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur today.

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EC bribery case: Middleman Sukesh Chandrasekhar's bail plea to be heard today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:50 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Tis Hazari Court today will today hear middleman Sukesh Chandrasekhar's bail plea in connection with the case involving alleged bribing of Election Commission officials for ownership of the AIADMK's two-leaves symbol.

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London: BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee meets over selection of new head coach

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 9 (ANI): The Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprising of Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar and V.V.S. Laxman, of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) met and discussed the process with regard to the selection of the head coach of Team India on Thursday here.

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SC to pronounce Aadhar card requirements for ITR

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today pronounce its order on mandatory requirements of Aadhar card for Income Tax Return (ITR) at 2 p.m.

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Army should continue their good work at Border: Defence Expert

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Saluting the Indian Army's exhibition of exemplary courage by undertaking punitive fire assaults across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist action from Pakistan and its readiness for a two and a half front war, defence expert Raj Kadyan on Friday asserted that the Army should continue their good work at the Border and that we are proud of them.

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We will stand with the farmers; if it's politics, then we are playing it: Congress

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): In the wake of the farmer's protest in Mandsaur in Madhya Pradesh, the Congress on Friday lashed out at the Centre, stating that they would stand with the farmers and if that is politics, then they are playing it.

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Sessions may have met Russia's ambassador a third time: Comey

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:55 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 9 (ANI): Former FBI director James Comey has told the Senate Intelligence Committee that Attorney General Jeff Sessions might have had a third interaction with Russia's Ambassador to the United States.

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Rahul Gandhi expert in gaining political mileage: Farmers leader

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:46 IST

Gulbarga (Karnataka) [India] June 9 (ANI): After Rahul Gandhi met with the kin of farmers, who died in police firing during protests in Mandsaur at Madhya Pradesh-Rajasthan border, farmer leader Basavaraj Ingin on Friday lashed out at the Congress vice-president asserting that he is an expert in taking advantage of any incident in order to gain political mileage.

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Army transfer racket: Middleman Gaurav Kohli's bail plea to be heard today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:43 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): The Patiala House Court today will hear middleman Gaurav Kohli's bail plea in connection with the alleged 'transfer posting racket' that is said to have been functioning in the Indian Army.

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Accused federal contractor Winner pleads not guilty, denied bail

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:43 IST

Augusta (Georgia) [U.S.A.], June 9 (ANI): Reality Winner has pleaded not guilty in the federal court to charges in connection with removing classified material from a government facility and giving it to an authorised person.

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Delhi Petroleum Association bats for automation in daily revision of fuel prices

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Expressing his concern over daily revision in retail selling prices of petrol and diesel across the country from June 16, President of the Delhi Petroleum Dealers Association Nischal Singhaniya on Friday stated that he welcomed the move, but the rates should change automatically and not in any manual intervention.

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Money laundering case: Yogesh Mittal to appear in Delhi court today

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): Arrested businessman Yogesh Mittal will be produced at the Saket court, Delhi today at the end of his Enforcement Directorate (ED) remand in connection with a money laundering case.

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Sushma Swaraj asks for report on Telangana youth shot in California

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 06:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on late Thursday night called for a report from the Indian Embassy in the United States regarding a 26-year-old youth from Telangana, who was shot by an unidentified person in California on June 4.

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18 Qataris on 'terror list' issued by Saudi-bloc

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 05:24 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 9 (NI):As many as 59 individuals and 12 organisations - either Qatar based or funded by Qatar - on a "terror list," a joint statement by Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt and the UAE has said.

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Al Jazeera media platforms under cyberattack

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 05:14 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 9 (ANI): The websites and digital platforms of the Al Jazeera Media Network are undergoing continual hacking attempts.

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U.S.-backed forces fighting ISIS enter Raqqa

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 05:09 IST

Raqqa [Syria], June 9 (ANI): The Kurdish and Arab forces backed by the United States have entered Islamic State's de facto capital of Raqqa, in an apparent bid to reclaim the militants' largest stronghold in Syria.

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Pound drops as Theresa May stands to lose majority

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 04:58 IST

London [U.K.], June 9 (ANI): An exit poll suggesting that British Prime Minister Theresa May may lose her Parliamentary majority in the general election held on Thursday sent the pound falling against the dollar.

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3.2 magnitude earthquake hits J-K

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 04:50 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 9 (ANI): A mild-intensity earthquake of 3.2 magnitude hit Jammu and Kashmir at around 03:49 am today.

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Iran calls Trump's reaction to ISIS attacks 'repugnant'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 04:37 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 9 (ANI): Iran has slammed United States President Donald Trump's response to Wednesday's twin terror attacks in Tehran as "repugnant" even as the death toll from the ISIS-claimed assaults rose to 16.

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Shopian: SOG camp attacked, no casualty so far

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 03:43 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 9 (ANI): Few militants attacked a camp of Special Operation Group (SOG) at Zainapora in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district in the wee hours of Friday morning.

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U.K. elections exit poll: Theresa May could lose parliamentary majority

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 03:24 IST

London [U.K.], June 9 (ANI): There seems to be a sort of an inevitability to British Prime Minister Theresa May's Conservative Party losing seats as the U.K. polls conclude.

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ISIS killed more than 200 civilians over three days, UN says

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 02:37 IST

Mosul [Iraq], June 9 (ANI): The ISIS killed more than 200 civilians over three days last week as they tried to flee fighting in western Mosul, Iraq.

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Trump's attorney accuses Comey of 'unauthorised disclosure' of 'privileged communications'

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 01:45 IST

Washington D.C. [U.SA.], June 9 (ANI): In the wake of former FBI director James Comey's testimony in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee, United States President Donald Trump's personal lawyer Marc Kasowitz has insisted that it was Comey, who lied when he detailed conversations between himself and the President, raising the suggestion that Comey committed perjury while testifying under oath.

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Halep, Ostapenko to battle it out for French Open title

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 00:26 IST

Paris [France], June 9 (ANI): World N0. 3 Simona Halep will be facing Jelena Ostapenko of Latvia in what could be expected as an exciting French Open final on Saturday.

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India hails Kazakhstan's role as 'number one' supplier of Uranium

Updated: Jun 09, 2017 00:03 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev on Thursday held discussions on a number of issues and reviewed the progress of the agreements signed between two nations including supply of Uranium to India.

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Will have to push harder to get more runs against Proteas, says Kohli

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 23:55 IST

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): After suffering a heart-wrenching seven-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka, India skipper Virat Kohli has asserted that his side will have to push harder and put more runs on the board in what would be a virtual quarter-final against South Africa in the ongoing Champions Trophy.

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PM Modi, Pak PM Sharif exchange greetings at Kazakhstan's Astana Opera

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 23:38 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who held bilateral talks with Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev after reaching Astana earlier today, happened to meet Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif at the Leaders' Lounge

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Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Pak seeks expedited hearing in meeting with ICJ Prez

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 23:26 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): Pakistan has urged the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to adopt an expedited timetable for hearing of the Kulbhushan Jadhav's case.

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'Underdogs' Sri Lanka upset India in Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 23:22 IST

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): Contrary to everyone's expectations, Sri Lanka, termed as 'underdogs', on Thursday overcame the India challenge as they registered a comfortable seven-wicket win over their Asian neighbours in their crucial Champions Trophy encounter here at the Oval, London.

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Curfew likely to be lifted tomorrow in violence-hit Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 23:06 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Mandsaur District Collector Om Prakash Srivastava has assured that the curfew would be relaxed for longer hours tomorrow in the violence-hit district .

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Child dies, 19 injured as balcony of house collapses in Varanasi

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 22:44 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 8 (ANI): A child was killed and 19 persons were injured on Thursday after balcony of a house fell on the boundary wall here.

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14 killed in Boko Haram attacks in Nigeria's Maiduguri

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 22:31 IST

Maiduguri [Nigeria], June 08 (ANI): At least 14 people were killed and 24 injured in Boko Haram attacks late Wednesday on Nigeria's northeastern city of Maiduguri, police said on Thursday.

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In a first, Anurag Basu makes cameo in 'Jagga Jasoos'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): In what can be a surprise for many, the second song of Anurag Basu's much-awaited directorial 'Jagga Jasoos' titled 'Galti se mistake', which is all set to be launched on June 9, features the director in a cameo.

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Jeje Lalpekhlua bags AIFF 2016 Player of the Year award

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 22:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], June 8 (ANI): Jeje Lalpekhlua, India national team striker, who scored the second goal for the team in the recently played international friendly against Nepal, was on Thursday adjudged the 2016 AIFF Player of the Year.

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School, colleges to remain closed in Srinagar tomorrow

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 22:04 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 8 (ANI): Schools and colleges will remain closed tomorrow in Kashmir Valley due to the shutdown called by the Hurriyat leadership. The government has also imposed restrictions in seven police areas to maintain law and order during the shutdown.

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Ex-FBI chief admits leaking memos to prompt special counsel

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 21:50 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): Former F.B.I. chief James Comey in his testimony admitted to leaking the contents of his memo documenting his meeting with Donald Trump during which the President allegedly asked him to drop the investigation into former national security advisor Michael Flynn, with the help of a 'close friend'.

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Tata Motors Defence Solutions partners CAPF's 'Oorja' for U-19 FIFA WC

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Tata Motors on Thursday announced partnering the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) for 'Oorja' - CAPF's under-19 football talent hunt tournament 2017, to select India's under 19 girl's and boy's football team at the FIFA U- 19 football tournament scheduled to be held in India for the very first time in October.

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GJM protest: State Transport Corporation to run buses from Siliguri to Kolkata

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 21:41 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India] June 8 (ANI): Following the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha's (GJM) 12-hour strike against proposal to make Bengali language compulsory in government schools, the North Bengal State Transport Corporation will now run buses from Siliguri to Kolkata, every two hours from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Navy chief disappointed over Gogoi-Dyer comparison

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 21:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian Navy chief Admiral Sunil Lanba on Thursday expressed his disappointment for drawing similarities with Major Gogoi's 'human shield' incident in Kashmir with that of Brigadier-General Reginald Dyer actions at Jallianwala Bagh and termed it as a "sad comparison".

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More than 60 killed in Al Shabaab's attack in Somalia

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:52 IST

Mogadishu [Somalia], June 8 (ANI): More than 60 people have reportedly been killed in Somalia after heavily armed Al-Shabab fighters stormed a military base in the country's semiautonomous state of Puntland, local media reports said.

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ISIS kills two abducted Chinese nationals in Balochistan

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Islamic State has reportedly killed two Chinese nationals held in Mastung district of Balochistan, Pakistan.

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Army deployed in Darjeeling following GJM's violent protest

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:38 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India] June 8 (ANI): Army was deployed on Thursday in Darjeeling following the violent protest by Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) and its 12-hour strike against proposal to make Bengali language compulsory in government schools.

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Opposition 'pretending' to be worried, concerned over Mandsaur violence: Centre

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:38 IST

Motihari (Bihar) [India], June 8 (ANI): In a veiled attack on the Congress Party over the recent Mandsaur violence, Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh on Thursday said that the grand old party is just pretending to be worried and concerned over the same.

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Muralitharan formally inducted into ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:28 IST

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): Former legendary Sri Lanka skipper Muttiah Muralitharan was on Thursday formally inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame by ICC Chief Executive David Richardson during the innings break of the Champions Trophy clash between India and Sri Lanka at The Oval.

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7th Senior National Hockey C`ship: Andhra Pradesh beat Andaman & Nicobar 8-1

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 20:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Hockey Andhra Pradesh beat Hockey Andaman & Nicobar 8-1 in their Pool B encounter to record their first victory of the ongoing 7th Senior National Hockey Championships 2017 (Men) 'B' Division on Thursday.

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AIFF SGBM meets in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Praful Patel, president, All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Thursday chaired AIFF's Special General Body Meeting (SGBM) which was attended by members of all affiliated state associations here, except from Punjab and Nagaland.

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Here's how you can stay fit and healthy during Ramazan

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The practice of refraining from food and drink from dusk to dawn during the holy month of Ramazan can be physically and mentally challenging for many Muslims worldwide.

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India announces mounting of National Mission on advanced ultra supercritical technologies

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:58 IST

Beijing [China], June 8 (ANI): India on Thursday announced mounting a National Mission on advanced ultra supercritical technologies for cleaner coal utilisation at a total cost of USD 238 million and setting up of two Centres of Excellence on Clean Coal Technologies at USD 5 million each.

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After Lebanon and Algeria, 'Wonder Woman' suspended in Tunisia

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): The global blockbuster 'Wonder Woman' may be dominating the UK and US box-office, but after Lebanon and Algeria, now another country, Tunisia, has suspended the screening of the superhero film.

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Killed 15 Naxalites were PLGA members: CRPF

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:41 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 8 (ANI): Fifteen Naxalites who were killed last month in anti-Naxal operation in Sukma were members of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), said Devendra Chouhan; Inspector General (IG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), on Thursday.

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Nepal amends 'Local Level Election Act' to ensure ethnic minorities' participation

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:41 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 8 (ANI): The parliamentary meeting of Thursday endorsed the first amendment bill of the Local Level Elections Act in Nepal, thus, paving way for the participation of the ethnic minorities in the second phase election slated for June 28.

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Russia advises U.S. to be careful while planning airstrikes in Syria

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:40 IST

Vladivostok [Russia], June 8 (ANI): Russia has recommended the U.S. led-international coalition fighting against the Islamic State to be more careful while planning airstrikes on extremists in Syria to avoid deaths of civilians.

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Messi all praise for `phenomenal` Ronaldo

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:17 IST

Barcelona [Spain], June 8 (ANI): Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has heaped praise on Cristiano Ronaldo by labeling the Portugal star as 'phenomenal' and said that both of them are spurred on by each other.

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Dhawan's ton help India set huge 322-run target for Sri Lanka

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:13 IST

London [UK], June 8 (ANI):A brilliant century from left-handed opener Shikhar Dhawan and blistering half centuries from Rohit Sharma and Mahendra Singh Dhoni helped India set a huge 322 target for Sri Lanka in their crucial Champions Trophy encounter here at the Oval, London on Thursday.

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Mandsaur: Rahul Gandhi meets kin of deceased farmers

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:02 IST

Doria(Rajasthan) [India], June 8 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday met with the kin of farmers, who died in police firing during protests in Mandsaur at Madhya Pradesh-Rajasthan border.

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Darjeeling violence: Mamata convenes emergency meeting

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:02 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], June 8 (ANI): In the wake of a 12-hour bandh called by the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) over a proposal to make Bengali language compulsory in government schools, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has convened an emergency meeting at the Darjeeling Rajbhawan.

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IDG Ventures with Unilever Ventures, Amazon launches Innovation Program

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 19:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Leading tech-focused venture capital firm IDG Ventures India (IDGVI) has launched its 2017 Innovation Program (#IDGIP2017) to reach out to emerging disruptive startups across its core sectors of consumer tech, software, health-tech and fintech products space.

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After being accused for Gulf crisis, Trump now offers to resolve it

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:58 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been accused of being responsible for the prevailing Gulf crisis, has now offered to host a White House meeting to resolve it.

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Rajnath to review security on Indo-Myanmar Border with NE CMs

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): To review the border infrastructure, security and other issues on the Indo-Myanmar Border, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has called a high level review meeting of four chief ministers of north-eastern states located on Indo-Myanmar Border on June 12, at Aizawl, Mizoram.

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Civil Aviation Ministry launches DigiYatra for air passengers

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Ministry of Civil Aviation is adding digital experience for air travellers through its DigiYatra platform, a new initiative to ease the security and boarding procedure which will use Aadhaar card or passport number and a digital mode to verify passengers.

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Way2Online reaches two bn screen views within a year since launch

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Way2Online, a 'media on mobile' company that caters to seekers of news and information both in English and regional Indian languages, registers phenomenal success with over two billion (200 crore) screen views within a month.

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Magma offers 100 scholarships to under graduate students

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI-NewsVoir): The student scholarship scheme "M-Scholar" was introduced by Magma Fincorp Ltd., leading BFSI entity, in 2015. During the past two years, Magma has awarded scholarships to 50 students each. In an effort to reach out to more meritorious students from the lower income families, Magma has decided to double the number this year and offer 100 scholarships across the country in FY18.

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World Environment Day celebrated across Northeast India

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:26 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 8 (ANI): The north-east India joined the rest of the world to commemorate World Environment Day on June 5. Tree plantation drives and rallies were held across major cities in the region to mark the day. The theme for World Environment Day this year was 'connect with nature'.

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Improved vaccine may protect monkeys from HIV-like virus

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): US researchers have suggested that a five-part investigational vaccine may protect monkeys from HIV-like virus to 55 percent.

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PM Modi successfully bringing international community onboard on terrorism: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:09 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through his diplomatic skills, has been successful to bring international community onboard on terrorism.

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Supertron bags the prestigious "Power Brand Rising Star Award" in London

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI-NewsVoir): The Center for International Competitiveness and Research has recently launched the glittering Annual Global Power Brands compendium along with the mega listing of the World's Most Recognizable Brands on 12th May 2017 at The Oval, London, with a grand show - Power Brands LIFE (London International Forum for Equality).

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Jetting machines launched to prevent manual scavenging in Hyderabad

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:01 IST

Hyderabad [India] June 8, (ANI): In order to prevent manual scavenging in Hyderabad, the Dalit Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DICCI) has launched jetting machines for sanitation workers. These machines were launched on World Environment Day

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Pak Army claims of foiling potential Islamic State infrastructure in Balochistan

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 18:01 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): Pakistan's media wing, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), on Thursday said that a successful military operation in Mastung-which left 12 'terrorists dead- has foiled establishment of an organised infrastructure of Islamic State (IS).

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Bus accident in Zimbabwe leaves 43 dead

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:56 IST

Nyamakate [Zimbabwe], June 8 (ANI): At least 43 people were reportedly killed and several others injured in a bus accident, involving a Zambia bound King Lion bus, in Zimbabwe's Nyamakate area last night.

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Poultry farming witnesses massive boom in Meghalaya

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:49 IST

Meghalaya [India], June 8 (ANI): Poultry industry in Meghalaya has recently witnessed a boom. Due to the deficiency of poultry products in the state, many people have now taken up poultry farming as backyard farming, rearing the poultry to meet the family demands as well as for commercial business.

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How insiders could compromise any corporate network with a USD 20 device?

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Kaspersky Lab researchers have examined publicly available hardware and software tools for covert password interception and discovered that a powerful hacking tool can be created for as little as USD 20, and just a few hours of work by someone with basic programming knowledge.

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Disha Patani shares her excitement on being roped for 'Baaghi 2'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Baaghi 2' has found its leading lady and it is none other than Disha Patani.

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Kerala Assembly passes resolution against Centre's slaughter ban notification

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Terming the Centre's notification banning sale and purchase of cattle for slaughter as 'unconstitutional', the special session of the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Thursday passed a resolution against the same.

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Mandsaur violence: Govt. will not do anything to betray farmers, insists Rajnath

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:46 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): In the wake of the farmer's protest in Mandsaur in Madhya Pradesh, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA government will not take any step that will break the faith of farmers and the common man.

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Warner accuses Cricket Australia of hurting team's bid to clinch Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:45 IST

London [U.K], June 8 (ANI): Australia vice-captain David Warner has continued his verbal volley against Cricket Australia by asking them whether they want the national side to win the ongoing Champions Trophy.

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Crocs launches SS'18 collection with Gauhar Khan walking the ramp

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): A global footwear brand, Crocs has launched its latest Spring/Summer'18 collection as a part of their three-day long trade show at the Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi.

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NTPC installs AC Microgrid at NETRA in Greater Noida

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) on Thursday announced the installation of an AC Microgrid test bed of 110 KWp Solar PV with demand side management at the NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA), the R&D arm of NTPC in Greater Noida.

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UN hopes US will support implementation of 'Fez Plan of Action'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:35 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): The UN Secretary-General's Special Advisor for the Prevention of Genocide, Adama Dieng, has called upon the United States to support the implementation of the 'Plan of Action' for religious leaders and actors to prevent incitement that could lead to atrocity crimes.

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Ola, WWF-India tie-up to support renewable energy project Sahasra Jyoti

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Taxi aggregator Ola on Thursday as part of its continued efforts towards sustainable development announced giving full support towards "Sahasra Jyoti" or "Beacon for the Sundarbans" initiative, an ongoing project of WWF-India, one of India's leading conservation organizations.

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Bopanna-Dabrowski lift French Open Mixed Doubles' trophy

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:25 IST

Paris [French], June 8 (ANI): The Indian-Canadian pair of Rohan Bopanna and Gabriela Dabrowski on Thursday came out with their best as they defeated the German-Colombian pair of Anna-Lena Groenefeld and Robert Farah in the final to clinch the French Open mixed doubles title in Paris.

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NGT postpones hearing of Bellandur pollution matter to July 13

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday heard the Bellandur Lake pollution matter and posted it for next hearing on July 13.

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PM Modi meets Kazakhstan President in Astana

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 8 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev at "Akorda", the presidential residence in Astana

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Congress Party in Mandsaur to express solidarity with farmers, says Sachin Pilot

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): After Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi was detained on Thursday Neemuch district under Section 151, the party claimed that it was in the state of Madhya Pradesh only to express solidarity with the farmers, but the state police had opted to use brute force against them.

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Public Sector OMCs to start countrywide daily revision in RSP from June 16

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): After the successful implementation of its daily revision of Retail Selling Prices (RSP) of petrol and diesel, Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have now decided to start daily revision in RSP of petrol and diesel in the entire country with effect from June 16, 2017.

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Mandsaur: CM Chouhan appeals people to shun violence, take development path

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): After recent Mandsaur violence, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday appealed to the people to be peaceful and take the state on the path of development. He asserted that some disruptive elements were trying to create problems in the state.

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Two minor girls found dead at Kerala Govt. rehabilitation centre

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

Kollam (Kerala) [India], June 8 (ANI): The bodies of two minor girls were found hanging at a government rehabilitation centre in Kerala's Kollam district on Thursday.

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Centre sanctions Rs. 200 cr for sports development in J-K

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Thursday informed that the Centre has sanctioned Rs. 200 crore to various districts of Jammu and Kashmir for the development of sports infrastructure.

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Jaitley thanks political leaders for cooperation in proposed launch of GST

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday thanked all political parties for their cooperation and contribution for making it possible to launch the Goods and Services Tax (GST) from July 1.

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Iran intelligence ministry reveals identity of terrorists killed in Tehran attacks

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:23 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 8 (ANI): Iran's Intelligence Ministry has identified the five terrorists who were killed during the two deadly terror attacks on its parliament and on the shrine of Ayatollah Khomeini on Wednesday.

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Srei, Vnesheconombank sign MOU; to create USD 200 mn for IT, Innovation

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 17:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Srei Infra on Thursday announced signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Vnesheconombank to create a USD 200 million IT and Innovation Fund.

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Magistrate court frames FERA charges against Dinakaran, case adjourned to June 22

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:45 IST

Tamil Nadu (Chennai), June 8 (ANI): The Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court in Egmore on Thursday framed charges against All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazagham (Amma) faction leader T.T.V. Dinakaran in connection with a Foreign Exchange

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10 bodies recovered from Myanmar plane crash

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:43 IST

Yangon [Myanmar], June 8 (ANI): The bodies of at least ten persons and parts of a Myanmar military aircraft that went missing over the Andaman Sea on Wednesday afternoon, were recovered on Thursday, the country's Ministry of Defense said.

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Award winning master trainer Vinod K. Pandita launches SMB leadership master class

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI-NewsVoir): The start-up climate and changing consumer behavior pose unique challenges to small and medium business owners. Buying behavior and the pace at which people are adapting to changes in technology add on to their challenges.

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SSR, Kriti Sanon open up about their unexplainable 'Raabta'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 08 (ANI): Heartthrob Sushant Singh Rajput and gorgeous Kriti Sanon's sizzling chemistry in 'Raabta' has already set tongues wagging as they have managed to spike the temperature by showing crackling chemistry in the film.

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This Amitabh-Abhishek Bachchan picture is absolutely awwdorable!!

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Sharing throwback pictures is in trend nowadays and Abhishek Bachchan is one actor who follows this trend meticulously.

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Here's how you can buy tickets for Ed Sheeran's Mumbai concert

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Pop Sensation Ed Sheeran is coming to India to perform and the fans are waiting for his concert in Mumbai.

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Twenty four candidates from northeast India clear UPSC exam

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:19 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 8 (ANI): Twenty four candidates from northeast India have cleared the 2016 Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examinations.

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JIT summons Sharif's sons again in Panamagate probe

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:13 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): The Pakistan Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, has summoned Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's sons Hussain and Hasan to appear before the probe team on June 9 and 10, respectively.

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Farmers have to become part of political agenda to resolve nation's issues: UP CM

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:12 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh), June 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today asserted that the country's problems can and will be resolved only when farmers become part of the political agenda.

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Adecco Group India appoints Marco Valsecchi as CFO India

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): World's leading provider of HR Solutions The Adecco Group India has announced the appointment of Marco Valsecchi as CFO for the India market effective June 1st.

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PM Modi arrives in Astana to attend SCO summit

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:45 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 8 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived in Astana to attend a two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

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Youth Congress holds "Rail Roko" protest at Ghatkopar

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:45 IST

Ghatkopar (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian Youth Congress (IYC) activists staged a "Rail Roko" protest at Mumbai's Ghatkopar railway station in support of the farmers' protest in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh.

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Beijing terms Pentagon report on its expanding global military role as irresponsible

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:44 IST

Beijing [China] June 8 (ANI): China has termed the annual U.S. Defence Department report about Beijing's expanding global military presence as "irresponsible", and added that it remains justified in safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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PeeCee insists she doesn't care about 'trolls'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is now seen as a global star and with her subtle acting skills and brilliant dressing style is making a strong mark in Hollywood.

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Columbia, Doug Liman team up for sci-fi 'Unearthed'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:19 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 8 (ANI): Columbia Pictures has picked up the rights for the upcoming sci-fi movie 'Unearthed'.

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This 'prasad' in Hyderabad cures asthama

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:17 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 8 (ANI): On the occasion of 'Mrigasira Karthi', a special 'fish prasad' which cures asthma and other respiratory ailments is being distributed free of cost at Namapally Exhibition grounds today and on Friday.

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Neighbours must not support war on Afghanistan: Hekmatyar

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 15:01 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 8 (ANI): Without naming Pakistan, Hezb-i-Islami leader Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, on Thursday said our neighbors must not support the war in Afghanistan and must fight terrorism.

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Farmers' protest: Rahul Gandhi arrested in MP's Neemuch

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:44 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi was on Thursday arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch under Section 151.

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Champions Trophy: Sri Lanka win toss, put India to bat

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:44 IST

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): Sri Lanka won the toss and have chosen to field in their crucial must win encounter against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy here at the Oval, London on Thursday.

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PM Modi can fire bullets at farmers but can't waive off their loan: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:44 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi only knows to fire bullets at farmers and not to waive off their loans.

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Rahul Gandhi indulging in opportunistic, cynical politics: BJP

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday accused Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi of indulging in 'opportunistic and cynical politics', while saying that the former should not do politics on unfortunate tragedy.

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Hit these offbeat destinations with your BFF!

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): This summer, take some off and go off to a trip with your BFF to distract your mind from the regular sweaty days.

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PCB awaits further evidence in Sharjeel's spot-fixing case

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:21 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has urged its anti-corruption tribunal-which is probing the Pakistan Super League (PSL) spot-fixing scandal-- to stop hearing of discarded batsman Sharjeel Khan's case until it receives further evidence from the British's National Crime Agency.

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Central, state governments. should fulfill farmers' demands: CPI (M)

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) on Thursday strongly condemned the Mandsaur incident, where five farmers were killed in firing and demanded that both the state government and Central Government should fulfill the promises made to the farmers three years ago.

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Varun Gandhi rejects newspaper report of his Congress 'Ghar Wapsi'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Denying reports about his 'Ghar Wapsi' to the Congress Party, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Varun Gandhi on Thursday said that not one line of the "silly article" published by an English daily was correct, including the fact that his age was also mentioned wrong.

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MP farmers' agitation: Police assures continuous patrolling

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:20 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh Police on Thursday stated that continuous patrolling is on and at least sixty two people have been detained in connection with the farmers' agitation in the violence-hit district.

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Jacqueline Fernandez backs 'Forever Against Animal Testing' campaign

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Jacqueline Fernandez has joined hands with The Body Shop, as its face, for the first ever campaign of its kind for a global ban on cosmetics animal testing.

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Jadeja becomes proud father of a baby girl

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 14:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and his wife Reeva Solanki, who were expecting their first child, are now proud parents of a baby girl.

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Farmers' protest: Rahul Gandhi detained on his way to Neemuch

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:59 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi was detained by the police on Thursday while he was on his way to Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district to meet the families of the deceased farmers.

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PML-N seeks explanation for inclusion of army men in JIT

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:59 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) has declared that it will be seeking an explanation for the inclusion of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and Military Intelligence (MI) members in the joint investigation team probing Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his children for their alleged off-shore holdings.

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Flavours of Peru: Journey to the land of diverse culinary history

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Peruvian cuisine, considered among the best in the world, is a culinary fusion developed over a long process of cultural exchange between the Spanish, Africans, Chinese, Japanese and Italians, among others.

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Democrats start impeachment proceedings against President Trump

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:52 IST

New York [U.S.], June 8 (ANI): A pair of Democrats in Congress are drafting up articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump, saying the president's decision to fire former FBI Director James Comey constitutes an obstruction of justice.

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62 people detained in violence-hit Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:51 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): As many as 62 persons have been detained in connection with the farmers' protest in Mandsaur's district of Madhya Pradesh.

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Snow cleared in Chandanwari for AmarnathYatra in Jammu and Kashmir

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:50 IST

Pahalgam (Jammu & Kashmir) [India] June 8, (ANI): The Holy Amartnath Yatra will be starting from June 29 in Jammu and Kashmir and the government of province along with Shri Amartnath Shrine Board and Pehalgam Development Authority (PDA) has initiated snow clearance operation for smooth pilgrimage.

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'Dangal' fame Fatima Sana Shaikh gets slammed for wearing swimsuit during Ramzan

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The photos of 'Dangal' girl Fatima Sana Shaikh, chilling out on the beach in a black bikini, went viral on the internet yesterday, which made fans go gaga over her mesmerizing avatar.

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Fakhar Zaman draws praise from cricket greats post successful ODI debut

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:48 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 8 (ANI): Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has received praise from former greats Stephen Fleming and Michael Vaughan after making his successful one-day international (ODI) debut against South Africa in their second Group B Champions Trophy fixture last evening.

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'Coco' brings out 'Land of the Dead' in new trailer

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): People certainly did not know that the afterlife could be so beautiful.

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One dead in Sambhal bus mishap

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:45 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): A bus carrying more than a dozen of passengers fell into the canal in Sambhal District of Uttar Pradesh.

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Ludhiana trader murders three family members before committing suicide

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:42 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): A trader murdered three members of his family before committing suicide in Ludhiana's Model Town area.

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Mysore village head forces manual scavengers to clean blocked manhole

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:40 IST

Thavarekatte (Mysore) (Karnataka) [India], June 8 (ANI): Guru Shanthappa, a person living in Mysore's Thavarekatte village, has lodged a complaint against village panchayat president Geetha for forcing two municipality workers, Ganesha and Cheluva, to clean a blocked manhole.

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Makers of 'Magadheera' withdraw case, 'Raabta' to release tomorrow

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Finally, its a sigh of relief for team 'Raabta'!

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Jacqueline oozes hotness on Cosmopolitan cover

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8, (ANI): Jacqueline Fernandez has gotten candid over 'besties, boy trouble and Bieber' for Cosmopolitan.

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'Babumoshai Bandookbaaz' teaser to be unleashed in two days

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The teaser of 'Babumoshai Bandookbaaz' will be out in two days, according to Nawazuddin Siddiqui's latest tweet.

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Lakshmi Vilas Bank appoints B K Manjunath as part-time chairman

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Lakshmi Vilas Bank on Thursday informed the stock exchange that subsequent to approval granted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Board of Directors of the bank at their meeting have co-opted B K Manjunath as additional director in the category of Non- Executive and Independent Director.

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Saharanpur violence: Bhim Army founder arrested

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:36 IST

Dalhousie (Himachal Pradesh), June 8 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) on Thursday arrested Bhim Army founder Chandrashekhar alias Rawan, after he was accused of inciting caste clashes in different areas of Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur district.

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Schneider Electric signs MoU with engineering colleges in Bhubaneswar

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Global specialist in energy management and automation Schneider Electric India has signed an MoU with Kalinga Institute of Technology (KIIT) and CV Raman college of engineering in Odisha to develop skilled manpower for the highly-technical electricity.

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What's 'dad' Hrithik Roshan cool with?

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Is Hrithik Roshan daddy cool?

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Rana Duggabati fails to bring Prabhas on Twitter

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:19 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8, (ANI): 'Baahubali' Prabhas, the recent heart throb of the nation, is still not on Twitter!

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Three terrorists killed in Nowgam, weapons recovered

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:19 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): At least three terrorists were killed on Thursday during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowgam sector.

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Coursera secures USD 64 mn in Series D; aims to strengthen global reach

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Online platform for higher education Coursera has announced receiving of USD 64 million in Series D funding round, which will enable the company's total capital raised to date to USD 210.3 million.

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Iran's Revolutionary Guard blames S.Arabia for attacks, vows revenge

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:18 IST

London [U.S.], June 8 (ANI): Iran's Revolutionary Guards has blamed Saudi Arabia for Wednesday's two deadly terror attacks on its parliament and on the shrine of Ayatollah Khomeini.

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Mandsaur toll plaza vandalised during farmers' protest

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 13:14 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), June 8 (ANI): A fresh round of violence erupted in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district after a toll plaza was vandalised. Protestors reportedly looted the toll plaza of Rs. eight to ten lakh.

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Bank loot attempt foiled in Pulwama

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:53 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): An attempt by unknown armed persons to loot a bank in Pulwama's Wanpora area was foiled by security personnel late on Wednesday.

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MP Home Minister confirms death of five farmers by police firing

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:52 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Bhupendra Singh on Thursday confirmed that five farmers had lost their lives in police firing during a protest in the state's Mandsaur district.

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Twelve CRPF personnel injured in stone pelting in Shopian

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:47 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): At least twelve Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured when their vehicle overturned during a stone pelting incident in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district late on Wednesday evening.

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Blast at United States embassy in Ukraine's capital Kiev

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:35 IST

Kiev, [Ukraine], June 8 (ANI): An unknown assailant threw an explosive device into the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine capital Kiev early on Thursday morning.

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'Blue is the Warmest Color' director to auction Palme d'Or to pay for new film

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:23 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 8 (ANI): In a surprising move, the director of movie 'Blue is the Warmest Color' Abdellatif Kechiche, who won Palme d'Or at 2013 Cannes Film Festival is auctioning off his trophy to finance his next movie.

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French Open: Bopanna-Gabriela eye maiden mixed doubles Grand Slam title

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:22 IST

Paris [France], June 8 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Canadian partner Gabriela Dabrowski will take on the pair of Germany's Anna-Lena Groenefeld and Colombia's Robert Farah in the summit showdown of the French Open mixed doubles' event here on Thursday.

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Did you know? Lesser known facts about 'Sachin: A Billion Dream'

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): 'Sachin: A billion dreams,' released on May 26, is doing great at the Box Office and is inching towards the 40-crore mark.

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NetApp launches NetApp Excellerator for Digital Transformation

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): NetApp has announced the launch of the NetApp Excellerator program, the company's first startup accelerator in Bangalore. NetApp is the leader in data insight, access, and control for hybrid cloud environments.

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Putin reveals his views on women, gays and Snowden

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 12:06 IST

London [U.K.], June 8 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin does not have bad days because he is "not a woman", and would rather not shower next to a gay man because he wouldn't want to "provoke him".

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BJP pressing on cattle trade norm to impose RSS' political agenda: Kerala CM

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:54 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 8 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is seeking to introduce a new rule to impose the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's (RSS) political agenda.

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Cannabis use among teens related to attraction to other drugs: Study

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): Smoking up as a teenager may increase one's attraction towards other illicit drugs.

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Gunathilaka replaces injured Kapugedera in Lanka squad

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:35 IST

London [U.K], June 8 (ANI): Sri Lankan batsman Chamara Kapugedera has been ruled out of the rest of the Champions Trophy one-day international tournament due to a right knee injury.

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PM Modi departs for Kazakhstan's Astana to attend SCO summit

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday left for Kazakhstan's Astana for a two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

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PM Modi expresses grief over Myanmar military plane crash

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his sadness over the crash of a Myanmar military transport plane that was carrying 120 passengers.

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'Wonder Woman', 'The Lego Batman Movie' win big at Golden Trailer Awards

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 8 (ANI): 'Wonder Woman' opened in the theaters some days ago and the movie is already picking up trophies.

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97% girls are ok to marry guy younger to them: Survey

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): A social media study 'Girls Are Ok, Are Guys,' conducted by the largest and most trusted online matchmaking brand Bharat Matrimony, attempted to bust some myths about what is acceptable to girls when it comes to finding a life partner.

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UK general elections on Thursday: Survey predicts Tory landslide win

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:22 IST

London [U.K.], June 8 (ANI) : Millions of Britons will vote in Thursday's general election and the ruling Conservatives are expected to secure a landslide win over the opposition Labour Party.

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One soldier, two terrorists killed during Nowgam infiltration bid

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:08 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): A soldier and two terrorists lost their lives during an encounter on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowgam sector.

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MP farmers' protest: Mandsaur collector, police chief removed

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:08 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), June 8 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh Government has removed and transferred Mandsaur Collector Swatantra Kumar Singh and District Superintendent of Police (SP) Omprakash Tripathi for their reported inability to contain and control the farmers' protest that led to the deaths of five farmers' earlier this week.

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Indian army prepared for a two and a half front war: Army Chief

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat, in an interaction with ANI, said that the Indian army is well prepared to face external, as well as internal threats to the country. Speaking to ANI General Bipin Rawat said, "Indian Army is fully ready for a two and a half front war".

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Swaraj says will help Indians even if they are stuck on Mars

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): External Affair Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj was at her wittiest best on Twitter on Thursday, when responding to a tweet in which a man said he was stuck on Planet Mars, she said the Indian embassy will help any of its countrymen even if they are located on a different planet.

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Champions Trophy: India eye semi-final spot by defeating Lanka

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:54 IST

London [U.K], June 8 (ANI): Defending champions India will look to book a place in the semi-finals of the ongoing Champions Trophy when they take on Sri Lanka in their crucial second Group B encounter at the Kennington Oval here on Thursday.

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Two army soldiers injured in Baramulla encounter

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:32 IST

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): Two Indian Army soldiers were injured in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on Thursday.

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Patty Jenkins yet to sign up for 'Wonder Woman' sequel

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:30 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 8 (ANI): After conquering the global box office with an opening of 223 million USD, a 'Wonder Woman' sequel is inevitable.

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India tells UNHCR that terror factories in Pakistan destabilizing South Asia

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:30 IST

Geneva[Switzerland], June 8 (ANI): Accusing Pakistan of "nurturing" terrorism, India has told the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHCR) in Geneva, Switzerland, that Islamabad continues to sponsor terrorism and warned that this will ultimately affect the stability of the South Asian region.

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Kashmir to return to normalcy soon: Army Chief

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): In an interaction with ANI, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said that the condition in Kashmir will be normal soon.

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Manesar gang-rape case: Gurugram Police arrests third accused

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 10:11 IST

Bulandshahr (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): A joint team of Gurugram and Uttar Pradesh police has confirmed the arrest of the third accused in connection with the recent Manesar gang-rape case. The third accused was arrested on Thursday from Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district.

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Amit Shah arrives Raipur on three-day visit

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 09:58 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah arrived here on Thursday on a three-day visit to Chhattisgarh.

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Champaran Satyagraha centenary-Baba Ramdev to preside over 3-day free yoga camp

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev will preside of over a three-day free yoga camp in Motihari, Bihar, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's Champaran Satyagraha.

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Digvijaya questions MP CM's announcement of ex-gratia to farmers' kin

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 09:25 IST

New Delhi [India],June 08 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on Shivraj Singh Chouhan over the Mandsaur fiasco, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Thursday questioned as to why the state government announced an ex-gratia to the deceased farmers' kin when they were 'anti-social elements' according to the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister.

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Previously unseen teeth in jawbone of Megalosaurus revealed!

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 09:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): Cutting edge technology sheds fresh light on world's first scientifically-described dinosaur, Megalosaurus, thanks to research by WMG at the University of Warwick and the University of Oxford's Museum of Natural History.

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Cattle slaughter notification: Kerala Govt. to hold special assembly session

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 09:05 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], June 8 (ANI): The Kerala Assembly will on Thursday hold a special session to discuss the Central Government's notification on sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter.

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Turkish MPs approve troops deployment to Qatar base

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:58 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 8 (ANI):Turkey's parliament has approved a draft bill allowing its troops to be deployed to a Turkish military base in Qatar, an apparent move to support the Gulf Arab country.

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Indian-American selected by NASA among 12 new astronauts

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The NASA has chosen an American of Indian descent--Raja Chari, among the 12 new astronauts.

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Binge drinking associated with diabetes risk in women

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 8 (ANI): Binge drinking in teens, may raise a woman's chance of type 2 diabetes.

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Rahul Gandhi to visit MP's Mandsaur to meet farmers' kin

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi will be in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur today to meet the grieving families of farmers who lost their lives in the police firing.

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Nepal PM Deuba takes office with great expectations

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:49 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 8 (ANI): Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has taken oath as the 40th Prime Minister of Nepal.

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Congress provoking violence in MP: BJP

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:03 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): After the government decided to deploy five more battalions in Mandsaur, where five people were killed in firing to curb violence, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lashed out at the Opposition asserting that Congress was using this agitation to provoke violence in the state.

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PM Modi to leave for Kazakhstan's Astana today for SCO summit

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 08:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Thursday leave for Kazakhstan's Astana for the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

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Mandsaur violence: SP assures continuous patrolling is on

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:26 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): After the government decided to deploy five more battalions in Mandsaur, where five people were killed in firing to curb violence, Superintendent of Police (SP) O.P. Tripathi on Thursday stated that continuous patrolling was on and violence was curbed.

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Activist lashes at UP Government over recent crimes against women

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:15 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 8 (ANI): Following the incident where a woman was gangraped in a moving vehicle by three men and was later thrown out in an unconscious state in Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, women activist Ruby Mukherjee on Thursday lashed out at the Yogi Adityanath-led government asserting that there would be no justice in the state, if the administration was so lenient.

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Mandsaur violence: Judicial enquiry taken up, says Centre

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:14 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Expressing concern over the farmers' agitation in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur District, Union Minister of Steel, Mines and Employment Narendra Singh Tomar today stated that judicial enquiry into this matter has been taken up and violence would be curbed soon.

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Delhi court to hear plea against Kejriwal in PWD scam

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:14 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8 (ANI): The Tis Hazari Court will continue its hearing on a plea against Delhi Chief Minsiter Arvind Kejriwal and his brother-in-law in a case of alleged nepotism by favouring his relative in granting a contract to him for which fake bills worth crores were submitted in the Public Works Department (PWD).

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Sonia Gandhi always wanted secular minds to come together: Congress

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): With Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi likely to take over as party president, party leader Ashok Chavan said that Sonia Gandhi has always wanted secular minds to come together, adding a hopeful solution will arrive soon.

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Telangana HM thanks Chandrashekar Rao for recruitment policies

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:06 IST

Telangana (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Home Minister of Telangana, Naini Narsimha Reddy, on Thursday called for a press meet at the Secretariat asserting that under the leadership of Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao many recruitment policies were introduced.

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AIADMK wants to loot Tamil Nadu: DMK

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:06 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] June 8 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham (DMK) on Thursday said that the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is not interested in governing Tamil Nadu, but only wants to come into power in order to con the state.

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Telangana Animal Husbandry minister briefs about arrangements of 'Bolanlu' festival

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:06 IST

Telangana (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): Telangana Animal Husbandry Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav called for a press meet briefing about the arrangements of the upcoming 'Bolanlu' festival.

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Bellandur lake pollution matter: Hearing continues today

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 07:06 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 8 (ANI): The hearing on the Bellandur lake pollution matter continues on Thursday in the new National Green Tribunal.

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Yasin Bhatkal's harassment plea: Delhi court to hear today

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:51 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8 (ANI): The Patiala House Court will continue the hearing on a plea by Indian Mujahideen (IM) co-founder Yasin Bhatkal alleging physical harassment and human rights violations by Tihar jail authorities.

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BJP 'anti-farmer govt.': Congress

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8 (ANI): With Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi visiting Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur today to meet the grieving families of the farmers who lost their lives in the police firing, the party leaders on Thursday said that the BJP was an 'anti-farmer' government, adding the Centre was ignoring the genuine demands of the farmers.

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Areas in Pak belonging to India should be vacated: Defence expert on UNHRC

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:43 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): After India at the United Nations Human Rights Council highlighted Pakistan's role in supporting terrorism in Kashmir, Defence expert D. S. Dhillon on Thursday stated that certain areas, which are under Pakistan, belong to India legally and should be vacated soon.

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I never said I want to work in Pak films: Paresh Rawal

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:43 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Denying his earlier statement wherein he said he would love to work in Pakistani serials and films, actor-politician Paresh Rawal on Thursday said that the he did not make such a remark, adding that he was misquoted.

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Yechury heckled: CPM condemns incident, calls for action

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:43 IST

New Delhi [India] June 8 (ANI): With the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) general secretary Sitaram Yechury getting heckled by the Hindu Sena activists yesterday, senior party leader Prakash Karat condemned the incident and said that the part

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Amit Shah to begin three-day Chhattisgarh visit today

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 06:35 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Amit Shah on Thursday will begin his three-day visit to Chahhttisgarh.

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French Open 2017: Andy Murray beats Kei Nishikori in quarter-finals

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 05:19 IST

Paris [France], June 8 (ANI): Britain's Andy Murray reached his fourth consecutive French Open semi-final with a four-set win over Kei Nishikori in Paris.

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Controlled explosion carried out near new U.S. embassy in London

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 04:38 IST

London [U.K.], June 8 (ANI): After being alerted to two unattended vehicles near the new U.S. embassy in Wandsworth, south-west London, the police carried out a controlled explosion.

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U.S. intelligence chiefs decline to comment on Trump inquiry

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 04:25 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 8 (ANI): U.S. intelligence chiefs have refused to comment on whether President Donald Trump asked them to curb an FBI-led investigation into contacts between his election campaign and Moscow.

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Obama, Trudeau bring the 'bromance' back

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 03:34 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 8 (ANI): Former United States President Barack Obama and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met once again on Tuesday night for a dinner in Trudeau's hometown of Montreal.

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Search ongoing in Andaman Sea for missing Myanmar military plane

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 03:05 IST

Yangon [Myanmar], June 8 (ANI): A Myanmar military flight has been missing with 120 people on board, a military spokesman told CNN.

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Comey testimony: Former FBI director was asked to let Flynn investigation go

Updated: Jun 08, 2017 02:51 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 8 (ANI): Former FBI director James Comey is all set to appear before the Senate Select Committe on Intelligence on Thursday, wherein he will say that President Donald Trump asked him about the former national security advisor Michael Flynn and to "see your way clear to letting this go," according to a copy of his opening remarks posted online.

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J-K cabinet approves Transfer of Property (Amendment) Ordinance, 2017

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 23:30 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet on Wednesday approved the draft of the Jammu and Kashmir Transfer of Property (Amendment) Ordinance, 2017.

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Lankan FM dismisses protest against Chinese projects as 'dissent'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 23:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 07 (ANI): Sri Lankan Foreign Affairs Minister Ravi Karunanayake on Wednesday dismissed the local opposition to Chinese projects as dissent, pointing that such agitations represent only a minimal faction and are not country specific.

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Trivandrum: Petrol bomb hurled at BJP office

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 23:18 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala),[India] June 7 (ANI): Unidentified assailants hurled petrol bomb at the Trivandrum district committee office of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday.

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'Stay updated, don't believe rumours': Indian Embassy in Qatar issues advisory

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 23:14 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 7 (ANI): In wake of the ongoing 'Gulf crisis', the Indian Embassy in Qatar on Wednesday issued an advisory and assured that the political developments are not something which should worry Indian citizens here.

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Rahul Gandhi in Mandsaur tomorrow, to visit families of victims

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 7 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi will be in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh tomorrow, to meet the grieving families of farmers who lost their lives in the police firing.

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Kannauj: Tantric beheads 14-year old as 'sacrifice'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:08 IST

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): In yet another appalling incident of witchcraft and black magic, a 14-year-old girl was allegedly beheaded by a tantric in Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj district, as a 'sacrifice' to the deity.

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Manesar gangrape: Two accused arrested, one absconding

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:08 IST

Gurugram (Harayana),[India] June 7 (ANI): The Gurugram police on Wednesday arrested two of the three accused in connection with the Manesar gangrape case while one is still absconding.

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Big B unveils first teaser of Dhanush's 'VIP 2'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The teaser of Dhanush's highly-anticipated movie 'VIP 2' has been released and it was unveiled by the Shehanshah of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan himself.

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Seth Rogen criticises Sony's decision to release 'Clean Version' of films

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Sony's decision to offer "clean versions" of their movies is already facing backlash from Hollywood, namely Seth Rogen.

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After Paris, U.S. plans to dump other energy pacts

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 22:03 IST

Massachusetts [USA], June 07 (ANI): After withdrawing from the Paris accord, the United States has now staged a de facto exit from 'Mission Innovation' (MI), a global initiative of 22 countries and the European Union to dramatically accelerate global clean energy innovation.

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Kannauj: Hungry goat chews up owner's cash worth Rs 66,000!

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 21:30 IST

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): In a bizarre yet hysterical development emerging from Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj district, the deed of a hungry goat has left his owner in grave shock, after he found out that his dear pet chewed up his hard earned money worth Rs. 66,000 from the pocket of his trouser.

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J-K: Cabinet approves passenger fare revision

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 21:28 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] June 7 (ANI): In order to provide immediate relief to transporters vehicle owners of the state who are plying Commercial Passenger Vehicles, the Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today accorded sanction to the revision of Passenger Fare 2017.

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J-K: Cabinet approves 11% DA hike in favour of employees, pensioners

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 21:28 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] June 7 (ANI): In a major financial relief for the Jammu and Kashmir Government employees and pensioners, the Government on Wednesday announced 11 percent hike in their dearness allowance.

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U.S.: Muslim student's hijab forcefully removed at school

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 21:08 IST

Minnesota [USA], June 7 (ANI): A Muslim high school student in Minnesota has accused the security guard of her school of removing her hijab and handcuffing her following an altercation.

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India's association with SCO will help 'counter-terrorism cooperation': PM Modi

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will travel to Astana, Kazakhstan for two days on 8-9 June for the Summit meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), has said that he looks forward to deepening India's association with the SCO.

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'GOT' breaks unusual record with Season 7

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): It seems like 'Game of Thrones' wants to break every kind of record.

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Mathews hoping for good batting performance against 'one of the best attacks'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:57 IST

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): Skipper Angelo Mathews has stated that India has one of the best bowling attacks in the world and thus Sri Lanka batsmen need to come out with a good performance in Thursday's fixture in Champions Trophy at the Oval.

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7th Senior Hockey Men's C'ship: Maharashtra rout Rajasthan 9-0

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:22 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Hockey Maharashtra defeated Hockey Rajasthan 9-0 in Pool A on Day 3 of Hockey India 7th Senior National Hockey Championships 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here on Wednesday.

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Indian football gets road map for future

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:22 IST

Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], June 7 (ANI): Stakeholders in Indian football have agreed a clearly defined road map to create the right structure for Indian club football in the coming years which would culminate in a new and sustainable future for the game across the country.

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Universal's 'Dark Universe' adds two more monster movies

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 7 (ANI): The first movie of Universal's newly launched 'Dark Universe,' 'The Mummy' is yet to hit the theatres and the studio giant is already planning to expand the universe with retro additions.

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Iran twin attacks: ISIS claims responsibility, 12 killed

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:21 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 07 (ANI): Two terrorist attacks in the Iranian capital of Tehran killed at least 12 people and wounded more than 40 others on Wednesday.

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MP cracker factory inferno: Death toll mounts to 22

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:13 IST

Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): The death toll in the massive fire broke out in a cracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat district has risen to 22.

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Steven Spielberg adds Sarah Paulson, Matthew Rhys in 'The Papers'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:12 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 7 (ANI): When it comes to have a big-star-studded cast for a movie, there is no one better than Steven Spielberg.

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Team India playing good, but no need of arrogance: Kohli

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:11 IST

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli has asserted that the team are currently playing good cricket but still they need to respect every opposition and don't need to play with arrogance.

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Mandsaur violence: Centre steps in, deploys five additional battalions

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 20:11 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India]June 7 (ANI): After sending six battalions, the government has decided to deploy five more battalions in Mandsaur, where five people were killed in firing to curb violence.

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J-K: Four terrorists neutralised in Machhil sector, ammunition recovered

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 19:16 IST

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir), June 7 (ANI): At least four infiltrators have been gunned down in Machhil sector of north Kashmir's Kupwara district, where Indian security forces have successfully foiled an infiltration bid today.

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Sofia Boutella to star in HBO's 'Fahrenheit 451'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 19:04 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 7 (ANI): Sofia Boutella, who will be seen playing the titular character in the upcoming movie 'The Mummy,' has bagged another big Hollywood project.

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Tehran terror attack: Sushma Swaraj speaks to Iran counterpart, expresses solidarity

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 19:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 7 (ANI): With at least seven killed in a deadly attack on the Iranian parliament, Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj spoke to Iran Foreign Minister Dr. Mohammad Javad Zarif and offered her condolences.

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Cabinet approves IPO of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday announced giving approval to issue 13,90,00,000 fresh equity shares of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) of Rs.10 each to the public on book-building basis through the IPO.

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Deuba takes oath of office as 40th Nepal PM

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:55 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 07 (ANI): Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba on Wednesday took oath as the 40th Prime Minister of Nepal.

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MP tragedy: 14 killed, 8 injured in cracker factory fire

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:55 IST

Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): At least 14 people were killed and another eight were injured after a massive fire broke out in a cracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat district today.

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Modi to attend SCO meet, India will become full member

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 07 (ANI): India is set to become a full member of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) during the two day summit to be held at Astana, Kazakhstan beginning from tomorrow.

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Yechury heckled: Left slams RSS for trying to 'intimidate opposition'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): With two Hindu Sena activists detained for trying to attack Communist Party of India (Marxist) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury today, the party has lashed out at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing it of stooping low to intimidate the opposition.

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India to become SCO member in Astana Summit

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 07 (ANI): India is set to become a full member of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) during the two day Summit to be held at Astana, Kazakhstan from tomorrow.

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Herbalife appoints Richard P. Goudis as Nutrition CEO

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Premier global nutrition company Herbalife on Wednesday announced the official transition of Richard P. Goudis as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), in succession to Michael O. Johnson, who will now assume the position of Executive Chairman of the company.

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South Korea: 'Environmental assessment' delays THAAD deployment

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:31 IST

Seoul (South Korea), June 7 (ANI): The deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) in South Korea is expected to be held up, as South Korean President, Moon Jae-in ordered an environmental evaluation over the US missile shield installation.

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India to elect new President on July 17, counting on July 20

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): With President Pranab Mukherjee's term in office coming to a closure on July 24, India will go on polls to elect their new President on July 17.

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Celebs congratulate Clooneys on becoming parents of twins

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Hollywood's power couple, George Clooney and Amal Clooney, became proud parents to twins, daughter Ella and son Alexander.

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Congress slams Fadnavis over farmers protest

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:22 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Mohammed Arif Naseem Khan, Vice President of Maharashtra Congress committee has condemned the attitude of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) towards the plight of the nations' farmers.

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India need to guard against complacency against Lanka, says Harbhajan

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:21 IST

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has called on Team India, who are on a high after their thumping 124-run win over arch-rivals Pakistan in their Champions Trophy opener, to not get complacent against Sri Lanka in their Thursday's fixture.

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Trump nominates new FBI Director

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 07 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated Christopher A. Wray as the next Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director after he sacked James Comey from the post.

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Machhil sector: Infiltration bid foiled, two terrorists gunned down

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:11 IST

Srinagar [India], June. 7 (ANI): At least two terrorists have been gunned down in Machhil sector in Jammu and Kashmir, where Indian security forces have successfully foiled an infiltration bid today.

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Samsung to invest Rs. 4,915 cr; reaffirms commitment towards govt.'s transformational reforms

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): South Korean giant Samsung on Wednesday announced investing of Rs. 4,915 crore in India to add fresh capacity at its Noida plant, where it manufactures smartphones, refrigerators and flat panel televisions.

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Govt. assures it will amend Cinematograph Act soon

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu has assured that the government is ready to implement a majority of Shyam Benegal committee's recommendations and will soon amend the Cinematograph Act.

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Amazon, Facebook name DocsApp as medical app of the year

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): DocsApp, a mobile app that connects patients to specialist doctors via chat or call in less than 30 minutes, has been declared as the medical app of the year in the emerging apps category.

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Rajiv Gandhi statue demolition: Four arrested, main accused absconding

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7(ANI): In a major development in the Rajiv Gandhi statue demolition case, the police have arrested four men, while the main accused remains absconding.

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Congress slams 'rumours' of Rahul Gandhi joining Mandsaur protest

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday rebuffed reports of party vice-president Rahul Gandhi participating in the ongoing farmers protest in the Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, saying such a plan was never on the card for the party.

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UP: Woman gangraped in moving car, accused at large

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:53 IST

Unnao (Uttar Pradesh), June 7 (ANI): In yet another heinous crime against females in Uttar Pradesh, a woman was gangraped in a moving vehicle by three men on Tuesday and was thrown out in unconscious state in Unnao district.

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NAMO stands for 'No Agriculture Mal-governance Only': Congress

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 'unusual silence' over the critical situation in Mandsaur following the farmers agitation, the Congress Party on Wednesday said that the ruling regime has acted like a 'curse of death of the Indian farmers'.

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Champions Trophy: South Africa opt to bat against Pakistan

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:47 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 7 (ANI): South Africa won the toss and elected to bat against Pakistan in their second encounter of the Champions Trophy here at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

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Anupam Kher shares first look of 'The Accidental Prime Minister'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Veteran actor Anupam Kher has shared the first poster of his upcoming movie, 'The Accidental Prime Minister.'

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DU LLB seats row: Delhi HC to hear plea on Monday

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will continue hearing the plea seeking directions not to reduce LLB seats in Delhi University on Monday.

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Early death by pain? There's a 29% chance

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): Pain that interferes with daily life, rather than pain per se, can take years off your life, according to a recent study.

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Iran Parliament attack: All four terrorists gunned down

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:32 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 07 (ANI): All four terrorists who carried out today's attack on the Iranian parliament have been killed in an exchange of gunfire.

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New Pluralsight Studies reveal learning styles of Indian IT professionals

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:28 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI-Businesswire India): Pluralsight, the technology learning platform, today announced the findings of two new studies that provide insights into learning styles of the Indian IT professional and how gamifying learning is making it more interesting.

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Thiem tames Djokovic to reach French Open semis

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:20 IST

Paris [France], June 7 (ANI): Defending champion Novak Djokovic on Wednesday crashed out of the French Open after suffering a shocking straight-sets defeat against Austria's Dominic Thiem in his last-eight clash.

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CBSE mandates use of NCERT books, but publishers demand even playing field

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): A debate is raging over a government decision to make NCERT books mandatory in schools.

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Persian Gulf states should resolve regional dilemmas through talks-Ex-diplomat

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:16 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 7 (ANI): The only way to resolve the ongoing dispute between the Persian Gulf's southern littoral states is to admit that the era of hegemonic aspirations is over and that dialogue is the only way to resolve exisitng problems and differences, a Iranian Middle East and nuclear policy specialist has said.

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Nadal enters French Open semis as Carreno Busta retires

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:14 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 7 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal booked his place in the semi-finals of the French Open for the 10th time after his opponent Pablo Carreno Busta was forced retire during the last eight clash due to an abdominal problem on Wednesday.

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mGuru plans to expand user-base to 10 lakh across India

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): With an aim to enhance the English proficiency skills of students, mGuru, a digital learning company in India, has introduced the mGuru mobile app for K-5 students, targeting families in tier I-III cities.

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Certain characteristics linked with ISIS anxiety

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): A new study has examined the characteristics of individuals who are most likely to have anxiety concerning threats posed by ISIS.

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Hindu Sena activists detained for trying to 'manhandle, heckle' Yechury

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 7 (ANI): High drama was witnessed at CPI (M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury's press conference, where two Hindu Sena activists were hauled by the police for heckling and allegedly trying to manhandle him.

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Certain heart drugs can up your risk of falling

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): Older adults who take cardiovascular medications i.e.those using non-selective beta-blockers, may be at an increased risk of falling compared with those using selective beta-blockers, according to a recent study.

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Rahul Gandhi fond of publicity: Centre on his Mandsaur visit

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Taking a dig at Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi's upcoming visit to Mandsaur, where at least five agitating farmers were killed in firing, Union Minister of Steel, Mines and Employment Narendra Singh Tomar today asserted that the former is fond of publicity, which is the only reason for his visit.

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Exercise your way out of baby blues

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): Struck down with the 'baby blues'? You may want to add exercise to your daily routine, according to a recent study.

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At UNHRC, India highlights Pak's role in terrorism in Kashmir

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:58 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], June 7 (ANI): India at the United Nations 35th session of the Human Rights Council highlighted Pakistan's role in supporting terrorism in Kashmir and called upon the global body for a policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism.

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Vijay Goel writes to PMO, seeks Bharat Ratna for Dhyan Chand

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel has written to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), requesting that the Bharat Ratna,the country's highest civilian award, to be conferred on hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

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Kerala HC rejects stay on Centre's cattle ban

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:37 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Kerala High Court on Wednesday declined to put a stay on the ban imposed by the Centre on the sale of cattle for slaughter.

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De Villiers comes in support of `under-fire` Domingo

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:24 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 7 (ANI): South African ODI skipper AB de Villiers has backed Russell Domingo to continue as the national team's head coach as the latter's contract nears end.

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Sleep apnea, insomnia combo makes depression more likely

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): Turns out, sleep apnea and insomnia can be a depressing combination.

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Team India shift focus to match against Kyrgyz Republic

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:16 IST

Mumbai [India], June 7 (ANI): After displaying exemplary professionalism on the field against Nepal, the players of the Indian national football team believe that they need to come out with similar performances in the upcoming matches if the momentum has to be sustained .

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Manesar gangrape: Accused arrested, confesses to crime

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:15 IST

Gurugram (Harayana), June 7 (ANI): In a major development in the Manesar gangrape case, the Gurugram police on Wednesday arrested the accused who has admitted to the crime.

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HCG launches First Private Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Central India

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 16:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Healthcare Global Enterprises Ltd - The Specialist in Cancer Care extended their growing presence in India, by launching the First Private Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Nagpur today.

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Running multiple marathons doesn't risk your arteries

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): When it comes to marathons, taking on multiple runs doesn't backfire, according to a recent study.

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MP farmers facing injustice, probe Mandsaur violence: Kamal Nath

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Senior Congress party leader and former union minister Kamal Nath on Wednesday accused the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh of committing an injustice against farmers, and demanded an immediate probe of the violence in the state's Mandsaur district.

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`Confident` India cannot afford to get complacent against Lanka: Kohli's childhood coach

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): India should not be overconfident post their thumping win over arch-rivals Pakistan in their Champions Trophy opener and should concentrate on playing good cricket and not get complacent in their game against Sri Lanka, insists skipper Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma.

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Threat for India as China plans to establish its military base in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:43 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 7 (ANI): After building its first overseas military base in the African nation of Djibouti, China is now planning to establish its military base in Pakistan and other countries with which it has a longstanding friendly relationship and similar strategic interests, Pentagon has said in its annual report to the Congress.

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OnePlus 5 to be launched in India soon; All you need to know

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The most anticipated OnePlus 5, the flagship smartphone by the Chinese manufacturer OnePlus, is confirmed to be launched on June 22nd at an event in Mumbai.

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Tehran Security Council holds emergency post terror attacks

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:31 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 7 (ANI): The Tehran Security Council has convened an emergency meeting after two terror attacks were reported on the Iranian Majlis and Imam Khomeini Mausoleum respectively on Wednesday.

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MPC holds rates; low inflation in April reason for status quo: RBI

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), headed by Governor Urjit Patel kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.25 percent after its second bimonthly review of this financial year here today.

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Kazakhstan, ISRO in JWG pact for space cooperation

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): A delegation of the Aerospace Committee (Kazkosmos) of the Ministry of Aerospace and Defense Industry of Kazakhstan recently paid a visit to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) in Bangalore, where prospects for cooperation in the field of space between Kazakhstan and India were discussed.

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Rape victims can suffer 'involuntary paralysis' during attack

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): According to a recent study, most rape victims experience a state of involuntary paralysis, called tonic immobility.

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Gen. V.K. Singh expresses ire over Army Chief-General Dyer row

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Army Chief General V. K. Singh on Wednesday expressed his ire over scholar Partha Chatterjee's article where he compared incumbent Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat with British Genral Dyer.

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Delhi Police nabs four with drugs worth Rs. 40 crores

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Delhi Police special cell on Wednesday arrested four key members of an international narcotic drug cartel and recovered five kilograms of drug with an international value of Rs 40 crores.

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Odisha: Naxal couple with Rs. nine lakh bounty surrenders

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 15:01 IST

Malkangiri (Odisha) [India], June 7 (ANI): A Naxal couple with a bounty of Rs. nine lakh on their heads surrendered before the Malkangiri Superintendent of Police (SP) here.

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RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.25 pct

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Reserve Bank (RBI) of India in its Second Bi-monthly Monetary Policy on Wednesday kept its repo rate unchanged at 6.25 percent and reverse repo rate unchanged at six percent respectively.

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Four accused granted bail in U.S. tourist rape case

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Wednesday granted bail to all the four accused who were arrested for allegedly raping a U.S. tourist in a five star Hotel in Delhi last year.

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Impressive England yet to play its best, believes Ian Bell

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:40 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 7 (ANI): Former England batsman Ian Bell believes the Eoin Morgan-led side, who are the first team to enter the semi-finals of the ongoing Champions Trophy after their thumping win over New Zealand, are yet to play their best in the competition.

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IT notice to TMC: BJP dubs Mamata-led party as 'corrupt'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:40 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 7 (ANI): In wake of the Income Tax department issuing notice to Trinamool Congress (TMC) seeking details of a Rs 24 crore splurge by the party towards a mega publicity drive ahead of the 2014 general elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday dubbed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led party as corrupt.

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Villager digs up highway in search of Shiva Lingam in Telangana

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:32 IST

Warangal (Hyderabad) (Telangana) [India], June 7 (ANI): A villager, who claimed to have seen Lord Shiva in his dreams, was placed in police custody for digging up the highway in Warangal's Pembarthi village.

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3 dead as car falls into ditch in Almora

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:29 IST

Almora (Uttrakhand) [India] June 7, (ANI) : Three people have died after their vehicle fell into a ditch in Almora district of Uttrakahand.

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Higher the alcohol intake, more the postmenopausal muscle wasting

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): Feeling as though you can't do as much physically as you've gotten older? According to a recent study, you can put the blame on your boozing habit.

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Wrong info being spread about Rahul's participating in farmers' agitation: Congress

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Clearing the air, the Congress Party said on Wednesday that the Mandsaur District administration has denied party vice-president Rahul Gandhi permission to visit the area to attend the funeral of dead farmers.

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Real Madrid reject Man Utd's £52m Morata bid: Reports

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:12 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 7 (ANI): If reports are to be believed, Real Madrid have rejected a 52-million pound offer from Manchester United for star striker Alvaro Morata.

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'Wonder Woman' Gal Gadot has special message for fans

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Last weekend has proved that fans can't get enough of 'Wonder Woman.'

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Couples who fight diabetes together, win over it together

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 7 (ANI): If you and your honey both want to win over diabetes, why not join forces in the battle? According to a recent study, doing so helps.

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Gilchrist dubs Cricket Australia's pay offer 'a fair deal'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:09 IST

London [U.K], June 7 (ANI): Former wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist has broken ranks with current and former players by backing Cricket Australia's pay offer and terming it as a `very fair deal`.

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Karnataka: Coast Guard rescues seven fishermen from sinking boat

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:03 IST

Mangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on Wednesday rescued seven fishermen from a sinking boat.

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Public grievance redressing programme 'Prayas' completes four years in J&K

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:02 IST

Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir) [India] June 7, (ANI) : The Jammu and Kashmir government's phone-in programme for redressing public grievances "Prayas" has completed four years .

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One arrested in connection with Manesar gang-rape case

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Gurgaon Police on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of one person in connection with the May 29 ganag rape case in Manesar.

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Manesar gang-rape: Women activists question government inaction

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Women activists on Wednesday criticized the Government of Haryana and the Centre for their inaction in the Manesar gang rape case.

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Innocent farmers being used for political motive: Chhattisgarh CM

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 14:00 IST

Raipur/New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Expressing grief over the deaths of five farmers in violent protests in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh on Wednesday said innocent farmers are being used for political motives.

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DigitalOcean releases free cloud firewalls service to strengthen security for large-scale applications

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): DigitalOcean on Wednesday announced the launch of Cloud Firewalls, a free service that secures Droplets (cloud servers) by reducing the surface area of a potential attack.

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Punjab youth paraded naked for molesting children

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:59 IST

Tarn Taran (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): A youth was paraded naked for allegedly molesting two children in Punjab's Tarn Taran district.

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Cricket Australia removes 'Southern Stars' tag for women's team

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:53 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 7 (ANI): In a significant move towards gender neutrality, Cricket Australia has removed the tag of Southern Stars from the Australia women's cricket team.

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Islamabad: PM Sharif approves LNG based power plant for Punjab

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:52 IST

Islamabad (Pakistan), June 7 (ANI): Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has given his approval for setting up of a Liquefied Natural Gas power plant in Punjab province.

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Kazakh national carrier Air Astana to operate flights from Delhi

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Kazakhstan's national carrier Air Astana will start operating direct flights between Astana and Delhi thrice a week from July 2, to complement the already existing daily flights between Delhi and Almaty.

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Agitation in Mandsaur intensifies, protestors set vehicles on fire

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:14 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Farmers's agitation in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district on Wednesday further intensified with protestors setting at least eight to ten vehicles on fire.

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Nagaland encounter: Arms, ammunitions recovered from slain terrorists

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 13:05 IST

Mon (Nagaland) [India], June 7 (ANI): One AK 56, two Chinese AK, two grenades, three IEDs, 270 AK rounds were on Wednesday recovered from the three killed terrorists in the Nagaland encounter.

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Bopanna-Dabrowski eye final spot in French Open mixed doubles

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:57 IST

Paris [France], June 7 (ANI): Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna and his Canadian teammate Gabriela Dabrowski will aim to book their place in the finals of the French Open when they head into their mixed doubles' semi-final clash here today.

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Centre takes on Dr Manmohan Singh's for his 'economy running on one engine' remark

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday took on former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh for his 'economy running on one engine' remark, saying that India is moving forward with the help of a single and solid engine under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Excelity Global expands its portfolio with Zeta products

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Asia's largest provider of payroll administration, benefits and human capital management Excelity Global has partnered with Zeta, the pioneer in digital employee benefits solutions, to offer employee benefits to corporates on a fully digital platform.

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Three injured after assailant fires at guards in Iranian Parliament

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:37 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 7 (ANI): At least persons have reportedly been injured after an unknown male assailant fired several rounds at guards protecting the parliament building in Tehran on Wednesday.

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CPI-M dubs BJP anti-farmer post Mandsaur violence

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The tension prevailing in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur District post the clashes between farmers and the police led the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Wednesday to denounce the Centre and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as 'anti-farmer'.

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Cattle slaughter law: SC to hear plea on June 15

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court today decided to hear on June 15, the plea filed by a Hyderabad-based organisation challenging the Central Government's notification regarding ban on sale of cattle for slaughter.

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Centre abolishes various cesses for smooth roll-out of GST

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Central Government in the last three General Budgets viz 2015-16, 2016-17 and 2017-18 has gradually abolished various cesses on goods and services in order to prepare the ground for smooth roll- out of Goods and Service Tax (GST) from 1st July, 2017.

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SC refuses to grant relief to Justice Karnan

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to grant relief to Justice C. S. Karnan in the contempt of court case where he was sentenced to six-month imprisonment.

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Ed Sheeran joins James Corden for a 'Carpool Karaoke'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Singer Ed Sheeran was the latest one to join 'Late Late Show' host James Corden for his 'Carpool Karaoke' segment.

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Man U return to top on Forbes' Most Valuable Soccer Teams list

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:28 IST

London [U.K], June 7 (ANI): Manchester United have dethroned Champions League winners Real Madrid as the most valuable football team in the world, according to the annual list published recently by Forbes.

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Centre warns Congress to not fuel violence in Mandsaur

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Expressing concern over the farmers' agitation in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur District, the Centre on Wednesday warned the Congress Party not to fuel violence and instigate the farmers.

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Just Falafel partners with Yellow Tie Hospitality to enter Indian market

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Yellow Tie Hospitality, India's first professional Food and Beverage Franchise Management company which is instrumental in bringing U.S. major Broaster Chicken to India is introducing the country to a popular decade old UAE based street food brand Just Falafel.

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Congress soft on terror, hard on nationalists: Centre

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday hit back at the Congress Party, saying that the government endorses the idea of India and development-related initiatives as one, while the grand old party is the one that has divided India in the name of minority, majority, backward and forward classes.

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Protesting farmers scuffle with Mandsaur collector, demand presence of CM Chouhan

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:07 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Demanding the presence of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, protesting farmers on Wednesday got into a scuffle with the Collector and Superintendent of Police of Mandsaur district over them delaying their visit to the area.

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Kazakh envoy welcomes opening of direct flights between Delhi and Astana

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Welcoming the opening of direct flights between New Delhi and Kazakhstan capital Astana from July 2, Kazakhstan's Ambassador to India Bulat Sarsenbayev described it as a significant development in the 25th year of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

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Let's Talk Over-The-Top (OTT): Corpus

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Millennials are changing the dynamics of video consumption by preferring their handheld devices to conventional TV viewing. With improving infrastructure and internet penetration in India, the technology of delivering seamless video over-the-top is also evolving. Corpus Media Labs, a video technology enabler, specializes into providing end-to-end wireline and wireless OTT platform across multi-screens.

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London Bridge attacker visited Pakistan four years ago

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:40 IST

Jhelum [Pakistan], June 7 (ANI): One of the three London attackers involved in last week's attack in the London Bridge area, Khurram Shehzad Butt had travelled to Pakistan four years ago to visit his relatives.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan as brand ambassador for Marvel Tea's marquee campaign

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI-News Voir): Marvel Tea's new TVC, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan has been shot in London, across some of the most iconic landmarks, such as Trafalgar Square Fountain, St. James Park, and Tower Bridge.

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D.C. based Drink Company hosts a pop-up bar ahead of GOT's season 7

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): Ahead of the season 7 debut of 'Game of Thrones,' a drink company, based in Washington D.C., is hosting a pop-up bar, offering an Iron Throne, Thrones-themed cocktails and beer.

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Pak Army asks Afghanistan to look inward to identify real issues

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:25 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 7 (ANI): The Pakistan Army has asked Afghanistan to look inward and identify the real issues of the country instead of accusing Islamabad for the recent Kabul bomb attack that left at least 90 people dead and more than 300 injured.

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Protective bacteria linked to how subsequent infections enter body: Study

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): A study of fruit flies shows that the benefits of protective bacteria, which safeguard organisms from further disease without causing harm, depend on how subsequent infections enter the body.

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Champions Trophy: Rumman Raees replaces injured Wahab in Pak squad

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:19 IST

London [U.K], June 7 (ANI): Left-arm seamer Rumman Raees has been named in the Pakistan squad as a replacement for injured fast bowler Wahab Riaz for the rest of the ongoing Champions Trophy one-day international tournament.

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Babri case: Advani, Joshi and Uma get relief from personal appearance

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Wednesday relieved veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L. K. Advani from personal appearance in connection with the Babri demolition case.

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Williamson & co. penalised for slow over-rate in Cardiff

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 11:01 IST

Cardiff [U.K], June 7 (ANI): New Zealand have been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during their 87-run defeat against hosts England during their second Group A fixture in the ongoing Champions Trophy at the Cardiff Wales Stadium here on Tuesday.

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Mandsaur violence: Centre's attitude is to give money for blood, says Congress

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:56 IST

Indore/Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Lashing out at the Centre over the death of five farmers in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur District, the Congress party on Wednesday said the Centre has an attitude of exchanging money for blood.

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J-K: Terrorist Danish Ahmed surrenders before Handwara Police, 21 RR Army

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:56 IST

Handwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): A terrorist named Danish Ahmed surrendered before the Handwara Police and 21 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) Army on Wednesday.

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Delhi: Two accused apprehended in Nangloi stabbing incident

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Two accused have been apprehended in the Nangloi murder case where a 21-year-old youth was stabbed to death for asking a group of persons to not take drugs.

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Get a sneak peak of 'The Mummy'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI):Finally! Its time for all the Tom Cruise fans to rejoice.

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Cultural background linked to how people deceive others

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): Did you know that there's a link between one's cultural background and his/her language change while lying?

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Pakistan face Proteas in must-win Champions Trophy match

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:31 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 7 (ANI): Pakistan will aim to bounce back from their humiliating defeat against India when they take on South Africa in their penultimate Champions Trophy clash at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here on Wednesday.

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Pak Senate pulls up army over LoC casualty stats

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:31 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 7 (ANI): The Pakistan Army's refusal to share details of casualties suffered by the military during frequent cross-border exchanges with India along the Line of Control (LoC) has annoyed Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani.

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giftalove.com to offer new, stunning floral arrangements

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI-Businesswire India): The upcoming festive moments are sure to bring refreshing vibes around as giftalove.com; the premier online gift store of India is all set to offer many new and stunning floral arrangements online. Efficient flower delivery in India and worldwide is the additional credibility of the online store.

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India continue winning streak, defeat Nepal 2-0

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:17 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Indian football national team continued their purple patch under Head Coach Stephen Constantine and registered their seventh consecutive win (including the unofficial match against Bhutan) against Nepal 2-0 in an International Friendly match at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai on Tuesday.

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Himachal: Trees uprooted, vehicles damaged in heavy rain

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 10:10 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Trees were uprooted and vehicles got damaged in heavy rain and storm in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi last night.

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Delhi: Two minors drown in Yamuna

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Two young boys drowned in the Yamuna River in Delhi's Burari while taking bath.

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Trump urges House to pass VA Accountability legislation quickly

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has lauded the Veterans Affairs (VA) Accountability legislation and urged the House of Representatives to pass the bill quickly.

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Even moderate boozing can risk your mental health: Study

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): Who says only heavy drinking effects your brain? Even moderate boozing can be associated with huge risk, a study says.

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Full of Freshness! Kashmir's cherry harvesting in full swing

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:34 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): The harvesting of mouth watering and delicious cherry fruit crop have stated in full swing in Kashmir valley.

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MP CM apprises Amit Shah of Mandsaur situation

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday apprised Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah of the situation in Mandsaur over phone.

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Protect your hair from chlorine

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 09:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): During the summers, the best way to beat the heat is to take a dip in pool.

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Uttarakhand: Plastic rice being sold in Haldwani markets

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:52 IST

Haldwani (Uttarakhand) [India] June 7 (ANI): The food retailers in Uttarakhand's Haldwani district are openly selling plastic rice in markets.

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Triple murder rocks UP's Sitapur

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:48 IST

Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Three members of a family in Uttar Pradesh's Sitapur were shot dead by unknown men in an apparent robbery attempt last night.

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Adityanath practices yoga with Baba Ramdev ahead of International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:42 IST

Lucknow(Uttar Pradesh), June 7 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Ram Naik on Wednesday joined yoga guru Baba Ramdev in a yoga practice session for the upcoming 'Yoga Diwas' or International Yoga Day which is to be held on June 21.

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Delhi: Youth stabbed to death for asking group of persons to not take drugs

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): A 21-year-old youth was stabbed to death for asking a group of persons to not take drugs in Nangloi area.

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Let your baby bask in summer's glory

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Seems like the heat and humidity has no end to it.

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Curves or not, women can now get hands on to coolest beach wears

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Always wanted to don a bikini, but was too shy to show off your not-so-perfect 'beach bod'?

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Three terrorists, one jawan killed in Nagaland encounter

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:23 IST

Mon (Nagaland) [India], June 7 (ANI): As many as three terrorists were killed, one jawan lost his life and three jawans were injured in an encounter in Nagaland's Mon.

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Working out helps me to escape noise in my head: Gigi Hadid

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Super model Gigi Hadid, who lives a life under the spotlight, feels working out is not just a "physical" thing.

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UP: 200 people fall ill after eating at a marriage party

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 08:14 IST

Mau (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): As many as 200 people have fallen ill after eating at a marriage party in Uttar Pradesh's Mau district.

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Delhi witnesses sudden change of weather giving respite from scorching heat

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Delhiites on Wednesday woke up to a pleasant morning, while witnessing a sudden change of weather.

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Will rip up human rights laws that impede new terror legislation: May

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:44 IST

London [U.K.], June 7 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has stated that she was geared up to break up human rights laws to impose new restrictions on terror suspects as she wanted to gain control over the security agenda.

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MI5 to scrutinise operations after British PM calls for review

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:41 IST

London [U.K.], June 7 (ANI): In the wake of the London Bridge attack after Theresa May took the unusual step of calling publicly for a review, the British domestic intelligence agency MI5 will take a hard look at its counter-terrorism operations.

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RBI to keep policy rates unchanged: Economists

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): With the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announcing its second bi-monthly monetary policy review today, the economists have said that there would be no change to interest rates, adding that the apex body would adopt a wait and watch policy to see how inflation trajectory develops.

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KERC expediting solar projects as demand surges in Karnataka

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:22 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): Taking cue from Prime Minster Narendra Modi's ardent appeal in Paris Climate Conference in 2015 to make India a solar-powered nation, the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has taken an initiative to provide a predictable long-tem tariff for renewable energy projects.

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Naidu chairs meeting on anti-smoking, anti-piracy measures in films

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu has held consolations with representatives from the film industry on the proposed Cinematography Act in view of the Justice Mudgal Committee and Shyam Benegal Committee reports and suggestions on anti-piracy measures in Mumbai.

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Paris' Notre-Dame's assailant reportedly said, 'This is for Syria'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:14 IST

Paris [France], June 7 (ANI): The man who attacked an officer on Tuesday at the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris said, "This is for Syria," French Interior Minister Gerard Collomb said.

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BJP seeks Karat's apology for 'deplorable' article on Army chief

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:14 IST

New Delhi/ Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday came down heavily on Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) leader Prakash Karat for his "deplorable" statement against Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat over handling of the Kashmir issue.

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AIADMK should call it quits: DMK amid reports of three-way faction

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:14 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham (DMK) on Wednesday said the time was rife for the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) Government to step down and let a fresh mandate take place after T.T.V. Dhinakaran remained non-committal to the idea of merger between the Edapadi K. Palaniswamy and O. Panneerselvam factions.

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Rahul should see Congress' track record: BJP on Mandsaur violence

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:14 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday criticised Rahul Gandhi for holding Madhya Pradesh Government responsible for the killing of farmers during agitation, and asked the Congress vice-president to analyse their government's track record before trying to score political points out of the issue.

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U.S. says 'may pull out of U.N. Human Rights Council'

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 07:14 IST

[United Nations], June 7 (ANI): The Trump administration has said that the United States could pull out of the United Nations Human Rights Council unless the body "ends the whitewashing of dictators' abuses and unfair attacks on Israel."

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Russia hopes anti-terror efforts stay unaffected by Qatar row

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:41 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 7 (ANI): Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated that Russia hopes that the diplomatic rift between the Gulf and North African countries and Qatar does not affect the resolve to fight terrorism.

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Hyderabad: Youngsters complete Mount Everest summit

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:41 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 7 (ANI): The social welfare and youth services students and youngsters together successfully completed the Mount Everest summit.

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Hyderabad Police arrests 20 with adulterated food material

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:38 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 7 (ANI): At least 20 people were arrested by the Hyderabad Police and a large amount of adulterated food manufacturing materials were seized from them on Tuesday.

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Mandsaur violence: Congress demands for 'martyr' honour to deceased farmers

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:22 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): After Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan blamed the Congress party for a "conspiracy to fuel violence" in recent Mandsaur farmers' killing, the latter demanded the state government to give the honour of being a 'martyr' to the deceased farmers and stop blaming it for his own failure.

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Farmers affected due to Centre's demonetisation drive: CPM

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:06 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 7 (ANI): Lashing out at the Centre over the killing of farmers in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur yesterday, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) claimed that the farmers were most affected by the Centre's demonetisation drive.

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Attack on Gen. Rawat: Defence expert advises Karat to review his statement

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 06:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): After Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM) former general secretary Prakash Karat criticised Army chief General Bipin Rawat as "using force to suppress the people of Kashmir who are voicing their political protest", defence expert Praful Bakshi advised the former to kindly review his statement.

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U.S. suspects Russia planted fake news behind Qatar crisis

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 05:36 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 7 (ANI): According to U.S. officials briefed on the investigation, U.S. investigators believe Russian hackers breached Qatar's state news agency and planted a fake news report that contributed to a crisis among the US' closest Gulf allies.

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London attack ringleader was intensely investigated, starting 2015

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 04:10 IST

London [U.K.], June 7 (ANI): London attack ringleader Khuram Butt was identified as a major potential threat, which led to an investigation starting in 2015.

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China refuses to release men investigating supplier producing Ivanka Trump items

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 01:56 IST

Beijing [China], June 7 (ANI): China's government has rejected a U.S. State Department call to release the three activists detained while investigating a Chinese company that produced shoes for Ivanka Trump and other brands.

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Russian fighter jet intercepts U.S. B-52 bomber

Updated: Jun 07, 2017 01:33 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 7 (ANI): A Russian fighter jet intercepted a U.S. bomber over the Baltic Sea in international waters on Tuesday.

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Champions Trophy: Plunkett, Ball star in England's comprehensive win over Black Caps

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:55 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 6 (ANI): Brilliant bowling performances from pacers Liam Plunkett and Jake Ball helped England register an emphatic 87-run victory over New Zealand in their second Group A match of the Champions Trophy at Sophia Gardens, here on Tuesday.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM appeals for peace, announces Rs 1 crore compensation

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:15 IST

Bhopal [India], June. 6 (ANI): Appealing for peace to the agitating farmers in the state, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday announced a compensation of Rs. 1 crore to the kin of those killed in the Mandsaur violence.

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Cow slaughter will be booked under NSA: DGP Sulkhan Singh

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6 (ANI): With the ongoing row over banning the sale of cows for slaughter, Uttar Pradesh's new Director General of Police (DGP) Sulkhan Singh on Tuesday issued an order, that those involved in cow slaughter and illegal transport of milch animals will be booked under the stringent National Security Act and Gangsters Act.

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Cattle ban: Naidu slams attack on Centre, says 'I'm non-vegetarian myself'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): In wake of the ongoing protest across the nation over the ban on the sale of the cattle slaughter, Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said that food is a matter choice and everyone has the right to choose what they want to eat and what not.

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China's position on India's NSG entry remains 'unchanged'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:04 IST

Beijing [China], June 6 (ANI): China on Tuesday reiterated its staunch position over India's entry to the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), saying that a decision should be made in strict accordance with the NSG rules and mandate through consultation.

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George, Amal Clooney welcome their baby twins

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 23:03 IST

New York [U.S.], June. 6 (ANI): Amal and George Clooney on Tuesday welcomed their twins and the wishes have begun pouring in.

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Left demands action against guilty officials in Mandsaur farmer killings

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 22:33 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6 (ANI): Continuing its barrage on the Centre over the farmer killings in Mandsaur, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday called on the BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government to step up and come out with a solution to end the violence.

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Coimbatore: Another beef fest organised against cattle ban

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 22:26 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 6 (ANI): The member of 'Thanthai Periyar Dravidar Kazhagam' on Tuesday organised a beef festival to protest against Centre's ban on sale of cattle for slaughter.

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U.S. urges China to free activists who probed Ivanka Trump's shoe factory

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 22:26 IST

Shanghai [China], June 06 (ANI): The United States has called upon China to release three activists detained for investigating conditions at factories manufacturing shoes under the brand name of U.S. President's daughter Ivanka Trump.

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China tiptoes around Indian air space violation

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 22:25 IST

Beijing [China], June 06 (ANI): Tiptoeing around its intrusion of Indian air space in Barahoti region of Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, China said its border troops conduct regular patrols there adding the two sides should coordinate over the same.

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Shopian: Civilian killed in clashes with security forces

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 21:27 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] June 6 (ANI): A civilian was killed amid clashes which broke out between protesters and security forces in Shopian district of south Kashmir today.

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VVIP culture menace: BJP MLA 'slaps' traffic guard

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 21:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): Highlighting the rampant VVIP culture amid the political fraternity, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Mau Sriram Sonkar allegedly slapped a traffic home guard after an argument broke out over the former wrongly using a one way route.

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Kerala: Heavily bejeweled daughter of CPI leader at wedding raises eyebrows

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 21:04 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala),[India] June 6 (ANI): The wedding ceremony of Kerala CPI legislator Geetha Gopi's daughter on Tuesday attracted attention for all wrong reasons.

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Barcelona midfielder Arda Turan retires from international football

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 21:03 IST

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): Barcelona midfielder Arda Turan has called curtains on his international career in the wake of an alleged heated confrontation with a journalist.

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Team India likely to get new coach before Champions Trophy ends

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Indian cricket team is likely to get its next head coach before the end of the ongoing Champions Trophy in England and Wales, i.e. June 18.

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Paris: Cop attacked, Notre Dame area cordoned off

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:44 IST

Paris [France], June 06 (ANI): The French police is presently responding to an incident near the Notre Dame cathedral and has advised the public to stay away from the area.

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PM Modi congratulates newly elected Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:31 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the newly elected Prime Minister of Nepal, Sher Bahadur Deuba on Tuesday.

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Acting ambassador of U.S. Embassy in China quits over 'opposition' to Trump

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:30 IST

Beijing [China], June 06 (ANI): The US Embassy in China has confirmed the resignation of its Charge d'affaires Beijing, David Rank, amid media reports that he quit over the U.S's recent decision to withdraw from the Paris agreement.

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Gulf crisis: Trump gloats about his Saudi visit 'paying off'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 06 (ANI): Terming the sidelining of Qatar by Gulf nations as 'the beginning of the end to the horror of terrorism', U.S. President Donald Trump gloated about his recent visit to the Middle east, which according to him paved the way for this move.

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'We fully respect freedom of press': CBI denies NDTV's allegations

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Following the NDTV's allegations that it was being unfairly targeted by the agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) today has come out with a clarification saying that it fully respects the freedom of press and is committed to the free functioning of news operations.

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Mandsaur violence: Samajwadi Party announces Rs. 2 lakh for kin of deceased farmers

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 6 (ANI): Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday announced financial assistance of Rs. 2 lakh for the kin of the deceased farmers in Mandsaur incident.

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Delhi Cantonment Board to become 'Smart Cantonment Board'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:08 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6 (ANI): In the wake of the 'Smart Cities Mission', the Delhi Cantonment Board has taken all the initiatives to convert Delhi Cantonment into a 'Smart Cantonment'.

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7th National Hockey C'ship: Petroleum Sports Promotion Board thrash Telangana Hockey 16-0

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 20:08 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), [India] 6 June (ANI): Petroleum Sports Promotion Board on Tuesday thrashed Telangana Hockey 16-0 and recorded their second straight clean sheet in Pool A of the ongoing 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division.

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Sher Bahadur Deuba elected Nepal's PM for 4th time

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:40 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 6 (ANI): Sher Bahadur Deuba, Chairman of Nepali Congress has been elected as 4oth Prime Minister of Nepal. This is the fourth time that Deuba, 72 has become the Prime Minister of the country.

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Mandsaur violence exposes BJP's 'anti-kisan' characters: Left

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Condemning the 'brutal killing' of farmers in the police firing in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, the Communist Party of India-Marxist on Tuesday said that the unprovoked firing exposed the "anti-kisan" characters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in general and the state government in particular.

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Registration process of pilgrims for Amarnath Yatra 2017 begins

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6, (ANI): The process of registration of pilgrims for Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2017 has commenced from all the Bank Branches from March 01, 2017 onwards.

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Amarnath Yatra 2017: Shrine Board releases Do's and Don'ts

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6, (ANI): Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) chaired by the Governor of Jammu and Kashmir has issued the following do's and don'ts for the yatris and they are as follows:

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Those who spoke of protecting farmers now firing bullets: Congress

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 6 (ANI): Lashing out that the Centre over the farmers protest in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur which has claimed five lives so far, the Congress on Tuesday tore into the BJP-led government, asserting that the ones who spoke about protecting farmers are now firing bullets on them.

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Mandsaur farmers protest: MP CM increases compensation to 10 lakh

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:12 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday increased the compensation for the kin of deceased, who were killed by security forces during a protest in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district, from Rs. five lakh to ten lakh.

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Gulf crisis: 550 Pakistani pilgrims stranded in Qatar flown to Muscat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 19:12 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 06 (ANI): At least 550 Pakistani pilgrims stranded at Doha Airport after a diplomatic rift between Qatar and six other countries were evacuated and flown to Muscat on Tuesday, said Pakistani embassy officials.

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Manmohan attacks Centre over 'GDP slump', blames demonetisation

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Expressing concern over the decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the fiscal 2016-17, former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Tuesday said the slump indicates that India's economic growth slowed down sharpl

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Delhi LG conducts meeting to discuss encroachments, roadblocks issues

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal on Tuesday chaired a high level meeting to discuss the issues of major encroachments and roadblocks in different parts of Delhi as raised in the Delhi High Court.

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Seven European industries raise voice for 'labeling scheme' of 80 million boilers

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:48 IST

Brussels [Belgium], June 6 (ANI): The European Parliament's Industry, Research and Energy committee (ITRE) is currently discussing the future of the Energy Performance Buildings Directives.

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Rajiv Gandhi statue demolished: Congress threatens nation-wide protest

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:47 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 6 (ANI): Following the demolition of Rajiv Gandhi's bust in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, a livid Congress on Tuesday threatened a nation-wide protest if the state government did not take swift action soon.

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Saif Ali Khan starrer 'Chef' to release in October

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Indian adaptation of Jon Favreau's Hollywood movie 'Chef,' with the same name, finally has a release date now.

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Gulf crisis: Trump unfazed by Iran's charges

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 06 (ANI): It seems that U.S. President Donald Trump is not dismayed over being held responsible for the ongoing 'Gulf crisis', instead he is taking credit for the same.

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3 Nations Invitational Tournament: Germany beat India 2-0

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:25 IST

Dusseldorf [Germany], June 6 (ANI): Hosts Germany overpowered the Indian Men's Hockey Team to win 2-0 in an action-packed encounter to end their campaign at the 3 Nations Invitational Tournament as winners here on Tuesday.

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NEXTracker hits milestone by selling 1 GW of Solar Tracker in India

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): NEXTracker on Tuesday announced achieving of a milestone by selling over one GigaWatt (GW) of solar trackers to utility-scale power plants in India.

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Jet Airways pilots apologise for quoting 'incorrect designation' of DGCA official

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Jet Airways Pilots on Tuesday, while issuing an unconditional apology letter for wrongly quoting the designation of a senior Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), countered to allegation made by the formers office on the same.

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Sangakkara calls Sri Lanka to play with 'arrogance' against India

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:23 IST

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): Former skipper Kumar Sangakkara has said that Sri Lanka should play with arrogance in their upcoming Champions Trophy encounter against defending champions India at the Oval on Thursday.

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Russian fighter jet intercepts US bomber aircraft over Baltics

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:17 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 06 (ANI): A Russian fighter jet, Sukhoi Su-27, intercepted an American B-52 bomber along the Russian border over the Baltic Sea.

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Mandsaur farmers protest: Death toll rises to five

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:17 IST

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): The death toll in the violent Mandsaur farmers protest has climbed to five.

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Police did not fire on farmers: MP Home Minister

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:16 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India] June 6, (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Bhupendra Singh on Tuesday said that police had not fired on farmers protesting for raising prices for their produce, adding that the state government has not imposed any curfew suspended internet services in the region.

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More than 1.17 crore people skilled under MSDE programs: Rajiv Pratap Rudy

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Tuesday said that MSDE has trained more than 1.17 crore aspirants in various skills through MSDE schemes and programs since the inception of Skill India.

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Chhattisgarh: Detonators, IED materials recovered from Naxal hideout

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 18:16 IST

Jongeras (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 6 (ANI): Exchange of fire took place between the Police and Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Jongeras village yesterday following which a major search operation was launched.

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CAIT, Acer tie-up to launch 'BIZGURU' for GST compliance needs

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the country's largest trade body, Acer, one of the largest PC companies in the world and Tally Solutions, India's leading business software provider, today announced the launch of "BIZGURU", a one-stop plug and play business solution for all accounting and GST compliance needs.

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Chhattisgarh: Naxals, police exchange fire in Sukma district

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:57 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), June 6 (ANI): An exchange of fire took place between police and Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district yesterday.

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Jake Gyllenhaal to star in World War II film 'The Lost Airman'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:57 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 6 (ANI): Jake Gyllenhaal is all set to be a part of World War II.

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Micromax, Affle announce data partnership for audience intelligence, ad monetization

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Accelerating its journey towards creating a holistic ecosystem, Micromax Informatics, world's 10th largest mobile brand entered into an exclusive data partnership with Affle to help deliver superior audience intelligence and blended native advertising solutions to over 60Mn users in India.

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Police identifies third attacker of London attack

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:49 IST

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): British Police have identified and released the name and photograph of the third attacker shot dead following the terrorist attack on London Bridge and at Borough Market on Saturday.

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Terry Gilliam finishes 'Don Quixote' after 17 years

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:49 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 6 (ANI): After 17 years of starting the pre-production, Terry Gilliam has finally wrapped the principal photography of 'The Man Who Killed Don Quixote'.

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Venture Catalysts goes international, initiates its operations in Qatar

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): India's leading and fastest growing seed investment and innovation platform, Venture Catalysts, has decided to extend its reach beyond the domestic business ecosphere and go global.

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Afghanistan: 7 killed in explosion at Great Mosque of Herat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:33 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 06 (ANI): At least seven people were killed after a heavy explosion ripped through the Jam-e-Mosque in Herat, Afghanistan, during a funeral ceremony on Tuesday.

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Snapdeal readies platform for GST onset, works with sellers to ensure smooth transition

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Snapdeal today shared details on how the platform's technology setups are being readied for the upcoming initiation of the GST regime.

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath to practice yoga with Ramdev ahead of International Yoga Day

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:30 IST

Lucknow [Uttar Pradesh], June 6 (ANI):Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will join yoga guru Baba Ramdev here in a yoga practice session on Wednesday before the upcoming 'Yoga Diwas' or International Day of Yoga which is to be held on June 21.

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Harsh Vardhan-led Indian delegation participates in CEM8 in Beijing

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:29 IST

Beijing [China], June 6 (ANI): An Indian delegation led by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Environment, Forest & Climate Change will be participating in the Second Mission Innovation and eighth Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM8) along with senior officials from the ministry starting from today in Beijing, China.

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Farmers being killed in BJP's 'new India': Rahul Gandhi on Mandsaur violence

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Hitting out at the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over the farmers' protest in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday accused the Centre of being at war with the nation's farmers.

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Now, what is 'too much' for SRK?

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Looks like something is bothering the King Khan of Bollywood, atleast the snippet of his upcoming commercial says so.

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ftcash raises funding from IvyCap Ventures, others in pre-Series A round

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Riding high on a rapid growth trajectory, ftcash, one of India's fastest growing financial technology ventures, has raised an undisclosed amount of funding in a pre-Series A round from venture capital firms IvyCap Ventures and 500 Startups.

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Army Chief- General Dyer row: Centre slams Bengali scholar for 'atrocious' comparison

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:25 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 6 (ANI): Slamming Bengali scholar Partha Chatterjee for comparing the human shield controversy with the Jallianwala Bagh barbarism of General Dyer, Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday asserted that drawing such parallels is simply 'atrocious'.

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Murray backed by legends to reach French Open final

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 17:23 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 6 (ANI): Legendary tennis players John McEnroe and Goran Ivanisevic believe world number one Andy Murray has a great chance of making it to the finals of the ongoing French Open.

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Chris Hemswroth smashes 'Avengers' toys in this hilarious video

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): It seems like Chris Hemsworth still has not forgotten about being left out in 'Captain America: Civil War'.

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Mandsaur violence: MP CM order probe into firing on farmers

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 6 (ANI): With two farmers killed by security forces during a protest in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district today, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has ordered a judicial enquiry into the matter.

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India to surpass China as the largest growth market for energy

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): India is likely to occupy number one position as the largest growth market for energy over the next 20 years and this depends upon the changes in policy, technology and the pace of the economy.

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Rays Power Infra hires Rahul Mishra as CEO for new business initiatives

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Leading integrated solar power company Rays Power Infra Pvt Ltd. on Tuesday announced appointment of Rahul Mishra as the CEO to lead their new business initiatives under Rays Future Energy.

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Left has degenerated into 'China-Pakistan mouthpiece': BJP

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): With the Communist Party of India (Marxist) continuing to train guns on the Indian Army Chief over the human shield controversy in the Valley, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came down heavily on the former saying the Left has become a 'mouthpiece' for China and Pakistan.

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Idea Money, OYO partner to enable seamless hotel-booking for users

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Idea Money on Tuesday announced its exclusive partnership with India's largest hospitality company OYO to offer standardized affordable stays through its Retailer Assisted Model (RAM) via Idea Money retailers.

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EC bribery case: Hawala operators Nathu Singh, Lalit Kumar granted bail

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): A Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to Hawala operators Lalit Kumar, Nathu Singh in the case involving alleged bribery of Election Commission officials for ownership of the AIADMK's two-leaves symbol.

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Garment Show of India commences; to connect participants from pan India

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): B2B exhibition that that connects the apparel retail industry of India, the Garment Show of India was inaugurated by BJP President Delhi Manoj Tiwari at Pragati Maidan Hall Number 7.

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CA pay dispute: Cricket Australia backs down from contract offer threat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:41 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 6 (ANI): In what could be seen as a more moderate approach applied by Cricket Australia to resolve the ongoing pay dispute with Australian Cricketers Association (CA), the country's cricket board and the states have backed down from the threat to send out contracts under the terms of the new pay proposal already rejected by the players.

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Nepal SC stays poll body's decision for re-polling in Bharatpur-19

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:35 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 6 (ANI0): Nepal's Supreme Court has stayed the Election Commission's (EC) decision to conduct re-election in Ward 19 of Bharatpur Metropolitan City.

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Big B, Rishi Kapoor starrer '102 Not Out' to release on December 1

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): FINALLY! '102 Not Out,' the movie which re-unites veteran actors Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor has a release date.

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Jodhpur is rich on 'Safai Abhiyan'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:28 IST

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 6 (ANI): A locality of Jodhpur has initiated a unique way of collecting garbage.

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Growing Kashmir crisis represents 'colossal failure' of NDA Govt: Sonia

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Taking a swing at the Centre over the prevailing unrest in the Valley, Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday said the growing crisis in Jammu and Kashmir has come to represent the colossal failure of the NDA Government.

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Excel brings India's first Amazon original 'Inside Edge'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Streaming giant Amazon Prime Video and Excel Media and Entertainment are coming together to launch Amazon India's first original show, titled 'Inside Edge'.

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Aasaanjobs acquires mHire

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Online recruitment marketplace Aasaanjobs that connects employers, consultants and job seekers has announced acquiring of mHire, a Noida based recruitment platform focused on skilled and semi-skilled blue and grey collar (ie entry-level) jobs.

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Three killed after Bugti refugee camp attacked in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:23 IST

Spin Boldak [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI): At least three persons, including two children were, killed after a Bugti refugee camp was attacked in Spin Boldak region of Afghanistan.

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Indian classical music is majestic, creates magic: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): "Indian classical music is majestic, creates a magic and is mystic. Indian classical music unifies the entire country. This is the strength of our Music," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said while addressing the occasion of SPIC MACAY's 5th International Convention at the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, via video conferencing on Monday.

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Gal Gadot opens about her 'secret audition' for 'Wonder Woman'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): After getting rave reviews for her acting in 'Wonder Woman,' actress Gal Gadot has finally opened up about landing the role of the Amazonian princess.

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NEC launches center of excellence for Analytics Platform and Solutions in India

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): NEC Corporation and NEC Technologies India Private Limited (NTI) has announced the launch of a "Center of Excellence for Analytics Platform and Solutions" (COE-APS), for promoting solutions and services of NEC's Big Data and Analytics Platform, "Data Platform for Hadoop (DPH)."

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Simon India bags Rs. 370 crores EPC contract for Mundra Port

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 15:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Simon India on Tuesday announced receiving of a contract worth Rs. 370 crores from Mundra LPG Terminal Pvt. Ltd. of the Adani Ports and SEZ to provide Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services for Adani Mundra's LPG Terminal at Mundra Port in Gujarat.

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Bangladesh flood victims starving

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 15:42 IST

Dhaka[Bangladesh], June 6 (ANI): Flood victims in Bangladesh's Moulvibazar may be forced to starve as they are yet to receive relief materials after flash floods in April have destroyed embankments and roads, leaving more than 100,000 people marooned without sufficient food and drinking water. Meanwhile, the floods show no sign of improvement Monu River continues to flow 90 cm above the danger level.

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NDA milking successful programmes of Congress, says Sonia

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 15:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Congress party president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday said whatever success or progress that the NDA government has achieved is from programs and projects started by the previous UPA regime.

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Situation in Kashmir under control, Army working independently: Govt.

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 15:19 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 6 (ANI): Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Tuesday said the situation in Kashmir is under control and that the Army is working independently to tackle any situation.

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Champions Trophy: New Zealand win toss, ask England to bat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:49 IST

Cardiff [UK], June 6 (ANI): New Zealand won the toss and chose to field against England in their second Group B encounter of the Champions Trophy at the Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Tuesday.

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CRPF DG visits Kashmir, interacted with 45 Battalion CRPF Sumbal

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:49 IST

Kashmir (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 6 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar on Tuesday visited Kashmir and interacted with 45 Battalion CRPF Sumbal, Cheetahs of 45 and 44th Battalion.

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CBDT notifies condition of chargeability to STT; claims exemption

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): According to the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) released notifications, under section 10(38) of the Income-tax Act, 1961, prior to its amendment by Finance Act, 2017 it was provided that the income arising by way of a transfer of long term capital asset, being equity share in a company shall be exempted from tax if such transfer is undertaken after October 1st, 2004 and chargeable to Securities Transaction Tax (STT) under Chapter VII of the Finance (No.2) Act.

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Plastic rice being sold in Haldwani markts

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:43 IST

Haldwani (Uttrakhand) [India] June 6, (ANI) : Food retailers in Haldwani distict of Uttrakhand are openly selling plastic rice in markets.

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Sehwag submits `two-line` resume for India's head coach gig

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): In what may come as a surprise to many, former opener Virender Sehwag has sent a two-line resume to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the post of head coach of the Indian cricket team.

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China hosts eighth Clean Energy Ministerial in Beijing from today

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Energy ministers and other high-level delegates from the 24 member countries of the Clean Energy Ministerial and the European Union will be interacting at the eighth Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM8) in Beijing, China from June 6-8.

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Indian envoy confirms rocket hit his house in Kabul

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:29 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI): Indian Ambassador in Afghanistan Manpreet Vohra on Tuesday confirmed that a rocket had hit his house in Kabul this morning, adding that there were no casualties in the incident and an investigation is underway.

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YuppTV partners with Yash Raj Films to offer Hindi cinema on YuppFlix

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): World's largest OTT player for South-Indian content YuppTV on Tuesday announced its partnership with one of the leading Indian production houses Yash Raj Films (YRF).

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Sidharth Malhotra, Jacqueline look fiery in 'A Gentleman' poster

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): After teasing fans with the first look of his upcoming film 'A Gentleman,' actor Sidharth Malhotra, shared the first look posters of the film today.

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Afghanistan National Security Council rules out removing President Ghani's security adviser

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:25 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI):The Office of the National Security Council (ONSC) has outrightly rejected the demand of the Jamiat-e-Islami for the removal of Mohammad Hanif Atmar- National Security Adviser of President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani, emphasizing that such demands are political in nature and not entirely related to security incidents.

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UP CM pulls up police over laxity in addressing public grievances

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 6 (ANI): In a bid to improve the law and order situation in the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday sought explanation from Superintendents of Police in connection with addressal of public grievances.

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K'taka honor killing: Women activists call for immediate legislation of special Section

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): Women activists on Tuesday called for immediate legislation of special Section under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for honor killing after a pregnant woman in Karnataka's Bijapur district was burnt alive by her family members for allegedly marrying a Dalit man.

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India jumps 16 places in World Tourism ranking

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI-NewsVoir): As per the UNWTO definition, International Tourist Arrivals (ITAs) comprises two components namely Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) and Arrivals of Non-Resident Nationals.

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UP minister dubs Allahabad cooler incident 'insensitive', assures action

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), June 6 (ANI): Retorting to the reports of 20 air coolers being rented by a Allahabad hospital for Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's visit, state health minister Siddharth Nath Singh on Tuesday dubbed the incident as 'insensitive' and said that he has sought reports in the matter, while adding that he will make sure that such incidents do not occur in the future.

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Mohammad Yousuf calls for Mickey Arthur's sacking post humiliating India defeat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:09 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 6 (ANI): Former Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf has called for current coach Mickey Arthur's sacking post the humiliating defeat against arch-rivals India in their Champions Trophy encounter on Sunday.

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Money laundering case: IT Dept. issues show cause notice to Misa Bharti

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Income Tax Department on Tuesday issued a show cause notice for penalty to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti for not appearing for questioning in money laundering case against her.

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Kapil Sharma still wants Sunil Grover on his show?

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): After making a lot of efforts to settle his fight with Sunil Grover and bring him back in the show, it seems now Kapil Sharma has lost all hopes on Sunil's returns on the show.

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EU slaps cargo curbs on Dhaka

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:03 IST

Dhaka[Bangladesh], June 6 (ANI):The European Union has put Bangladesh on the list of high-risk countries in terms of operating cargo services by air and sea to EU countries.

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Minor gangraped in Karnataka, accused absconding

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 14:03 IST

Davangere (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): A minor girl was allegedly gangraped by four men in the Channagiri area of Karnataka's Davangere district.

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Djokovic, Nadal on course for French Open semi-final collision

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:54 IST

Paris [France], June 6 (ANI): World number two Novak Djokovic and fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal could set-up a blockbuster French Open semi-final clash if they get through their respective last-eight matches on Tuesday.

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Rocket strikes Indian Ambassador's house in Kabul

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:46 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI): A rocket on Tuesday reportedly landed on the tennis court of the Indian Ambassador's house in Kabul after it was fired off in the city.

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Money laundering case: ED arrests advocate Rohit Tandon's close aide

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested Yogesh Mittal, a close associate of advocate Rohit Tandon in connection with money laundering case.

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Melbourne siege an act of terror, ISIS claims responsibility

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:33 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 6 (ANI) :Australian police is now treating a fatal shooting and hostage situation in Melbourne that left two persons dead, including the attacker as an 'act of terrorism."

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President to attend special session of AIMA tomorrow

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will attend the special session of All India Management Association (AIMA) being organized to mark its Diamond Jubilee at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre tomorrow.

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PeeCee looks sizzling hot in black Michael Kors gown

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra attended the coveted CFDA Fashion Awards last night in New York and just like every time her look will make everyone go insane.

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Piyush Goyal eats lunch at Dalit party worker's home

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday ate lunch at a Dalit party worker's home.

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UP: 175 people fall ill after iftar party in Bahraich

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:32 IST

Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): As many as 175 people fell ill after an iftar party organized on the occasion of ongoing Ramadan in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich yesterday.

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CPI (M) slams Army Chief over Kashmir human shield row

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): A day after Bengali scholar Partha Chatterjee compared Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat to British General Dyer, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday slammed the Army Chief over the Kashmir human shield row.

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Kuwait Emir in talks with Saudis, Qataris to resolve Gulf crisis

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:13 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 6 (ANI) :In an effort to resolve the Gulf crisis, Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah has held talks with the Saudi envoy and made a phone call to Qatar's ruler after some of the countries severed diplomatic relations with Qatar over individual national security concerns.

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Explosion heard in Kabul after rocket lands at Indian guesthouse: Reports

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:12 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI): A powerful explosion was reportedly heard in Kabul on Tuesday.

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U.S. pulling out of Paris climate accord 'shocking': Rajnath

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that United States pulling out of Paris climate accord had come as a shock for India.

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Mallya should first consider plight undergone by employees: Ex-KFA employee

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:03 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): A former Kingfisher Airlines employee on Tuesday said liquor baron Vijay Mallya should first consider the plight undergone by the employees and must clear their dues first.

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BJP dubs Army Chief-General Dyer comparison 'appalling'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday cornered scholar Partha Chatterjee for comparing Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat to British General Dyer, while saying that it was an 'abhorring and appalling' act.

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JD (U) condemns Kaimur incident, assures justice

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:46 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 6 (ANI): Condemning the incident in Bihar's Kaimur district where two youth were tied with ropes, hung upside down and given a sound thrashing on a mere suspicion that they had stolen five plastic chairs hired for a wedding ceremony at the village, the Janata Dal (United) on Tuesday said that the guilty will be brought to book.

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42 passengers jump off Virgin Atlantic plane post bomb threat

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:46 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 6 (ANI): Passengers on a Virgin Atlantic domestic flight from Sydney to Albury jumped off the plane after they heard "leave your luggage and Get out and Run."

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SC to hear Bihar liquor manufacturers' plea tomorrow

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Wednesday hear a plea filed by certain Bihar liquor manufacturers seeking clarity of its earlier order.

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Pepe confirms Madrid exit this summer

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:26 IST

Madrid [Spain], June 6 (ANI): Real Madrid defender Pepe has confirmed that he is all set to leave the Santiago Bernabeu club he joined from Porto in 2007.

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Naidu lauds poor Andhra students for Everest climb

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:25 IST

Hyderabad [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu has congratulated a group of social welfare and youth services students for climbing the Mount Everest.

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Al Pacino set to play former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno in HBO film

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): Al Pacino, reportedly, is set to star in HBO's movie on the Jerry Sandusky sex scandal that took down Penn State's illustrious college football program.

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Pakistan Senate to debate government performance on Kulbhushan Jadhav case at ICJ

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:16 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 6 (ANI); The Pakistan Senate has said that it will hold a discussion on the stay granted by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the execution of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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K'taka: Pregnant woman burnt alive for marrying Dalit

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:16 IST

Bijapur (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): In a dreadful incident of honour killing, a pregnant woman in Karnataka's Bijapur district was burnt alive by her family members for allegedly marrying a Dalit man.

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Meghalaya BJP leader Bachu Marak resigns over Centre's cattle slaughter rule

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 12:16 IST

North Garo Hills (Meghalaya) [India], June 6 (ANI): Meghalaya Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Bachu Marak on Tuesday resigned over the Centre's cattle slaughter rule.

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Afghanistan is suffering undeclared war of aggression from Pakistan: Ghani

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:57 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 6 (ANI): Delivering his opening speech at the Kabul Process Conference here today, Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani made a scathing attack on Islamabad, saying his country is suffering from an "undeclared war of aggression from Pakistan."

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JIT to present Hudaibya Mills case records before Pak SC on June7

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:57 IST

Lahore[Pakistan], June 6 (ANI) :The Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which has been tasked with probing the family of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for their offshore properties has received the records of the Hudaibya Paper Mills.

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SBI to organize mega farmers' meet on June 8

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:49 IST

Mumbai [India], June 6 (ANI): The State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, will organize farmers' meets at 15,500 rural and semi-urban branches across the country on June 8.

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Ruchira Kamboj appointed next High Commissioner of India to Republic of South Africa

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Ruchira Kamboj (IFS: 1987), presently Ambassador/PR to Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO, Paris has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to the Republic of South Africa.

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Hosts England eye Champions Trophy semi-final spot

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:33 IST

Wales [U.K], June 6 (ANI): Following an easy outing in the Champions Trophy opener, title favourites England will face a stern test when they take on New Zealand in a mouth-watering Group A tie here at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Tuesday.

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Gulf rift may affect US goals in Mideast

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:28 IST

Washington [U.S.] June 6 (ANI): The Gulf crisis could disrupt American efforts to defeat the ISIS and counter Iran's growing influence in the Middle East.

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Congress Working Committee meeting underway at Sonia Gandhi's residence

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting is currently underway at party president Sonia Gandhi's residence.

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Urs of Sufi Saint Mantaqi observed in Pulwama

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:11 IST

Pulwama (Jammu & Kashmir) [India], June 6 (ANI) : The three-day, Urs, of Sufi saint Syed Mir Qasim Mantaqi (RA) was observed in Pulwama recently. Mantaqi came from Iran several hundred years ago along with Syed Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA) and settled in the Khew Sehar area of Pulwama.

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Special PIA flights for Qatar to bring back stranded pilgrims

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:08 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], June 6 (ANI) : Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will be operating special flights to Doha to bring back stranded Pakistani pilgrims in the wake of the ongoing diplomatic rift in the Gulf.

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'77 Sunset Strip' star Roger Smith dies at 84

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): Roger Smith of popular 1950s-'60s ABC private eye series '77 Sunset Strip ' has taken his last breath at the age of 84, after ending his acting career in his 30s, due to a debilitating illness.

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CRPF DG to visit Kashmir today

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 11:01 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 6 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar is visiting Kashmir today.

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Two youth thrashed for stealing wedding chairs in Kaimur

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:52 IST

Kaimur (Bihar) [India], June 6 (ANI): Two young men, Raj Kumar and Birbal, of Sonbarsa village in Bihar's Kaimur district, were hanged upside down and thrashed for stealing five chairs from a wedding last week.

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`In-form` India to take on Nepal in football friendly today

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:41 IST

Mumbai [India], June 6 (ANI): Coming on back of six consecutive wins including the unofficial match against Bhutan, the Indian national football team will take on Nepal in an international friendly here at the Andheri Sports Complex today.

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RSS leader urges Muslims to quit gosht during Ramadan

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): In what may spark a fresh controversy, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar has said that Muslims who are observing fast (Roza) during the Holy month of Ramadan should not include 'gosht' (meat) in their meal as it is a 'beemari' (disease).

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Fodder scam: Lalu appears before CBI court

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:20 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 6 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Tuesday appeared before a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court in connection with the Fodder scam case.

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CFDA Fashion Awards 2017: Raf Simons for Calvin Klein wins it big

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): The Academy Awards for the fashion world, recently held at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, witnessed the presence of some of the most famous faces like Heidi Klum, Diane Kruger, Olivia Palermo , Mandy Moore, Olivia Munn and more.

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FC Goa appoint Sergio Lobera as head coach

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 10:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Indian Super League (ISL) football franchise FC Goa have confirmed the signing of Sergio Lobera Rodriguez as their new head coach.

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Turkey's Erdogan calls for dialogue to ease Gulf crisis

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:59 IST

Ankara [Turkey], June 6 (ANI) : Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for dialogue and negotiation among members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to ease the unprecedented diplomatic crisis that has erupted after some of the countries severed diplomatic relations with Qatar over individual national security concerns.

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NIA files charge sheet in connection with seizure of fake Indian currency

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet in connection with the seizure of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) earlier on June 2 before the Court of Special Judge, Kolkata.

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Setback for Pak as injured Riaz ruled out of Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:46 IST

London [U.K], June 6 (ANI): In a major blow to Pakistan, fast-bowler Wahab Riaz has been ruled out of the rest of the Champions Trophy one-day international tournament due to an ankle injury.

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Team India's collective effort will ensure cleaner future: Piyush Goyal

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:36 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goel on Tuesday said the collective effort of team India will ensure a cleaner, brighter and better future for all Indians.

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BHIVE Workspace raises USD 1.2 m to fuel pan-India, global expansion

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:36 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI-Businesswire India): Leading co-working and shared office space provider BHIVE Workspace has raised USD 1.2 Million in a fresh round of funding, to fuel its pan-India and international expansion of premium co-working spaces.

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Six-Day War anniversary: UN chief calls for two-state solution, blasts Israel's 'occupation'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:33 IST

New York [United States], June 6 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for ending of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories since 1967 and urged the international community for negotiating a two-state solution to resolve the conflict between the two Middle Eastern neighbours.

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New Holland Agriculture delivers the most powerful tractor in India

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:29 IST

Mumbai [India], June 6 (ANI-Businesswire India): New Holland Agriculture, one of the world's leading agriculture equipment brands, delivered the first 230-hp tractor in India to Antony Lara Enviro Solution Pvt Ltd recently.

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All India Sikh Students Federation denounces Operation blue star

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:29 IST

Amritsar (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): The All India Sikh Students Federation on Tuesday carried out a march in the wake of 33rd anniversary of operation blue star.

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Get to experience Burma in detail in Gurgaon

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): When the heat is turning unbearable outside and your eyes and taste buds are craving for some change, Gurgaon has the perfect offering for you- Burma Burma.

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Maharashtra farmers' strike: Customers cry foul, urge Fadnavis Govt. to provide solution

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), June 6 (ANI): The Maharashtra bandh announced by farmers is making lives difficult and causing rise in prices due to shortage of stock.

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Rajasthan: Five killed after truck collides with car in Jaipur

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 09:10 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 6 (ANI): At least five people were killed after an overloaded truck fell on a car in Rajasthan's Jaipur.

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ISIS using minors as human shields in Mosul: UNICEF

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:58 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 6 (ANI): Around 100,000 minors remain trapped in "extremely dangerous"area of Mosul which is controlled by Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIS) and are being used as human shields and forced to fight on behalf of Islamic State terrorists.

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Protesting against 'atrocities' faced by medical fraternity: IMA

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Tuesday said that they are set to stage protest in Delhi today against the 'atrocities faced by the medical fraternity'.

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This summer, get away to these eco-friendly destinations!

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The concept of sustainable tourism points towards a considerate way to travel the world, ensuring that the natural, social and artistic environment of any place is not disturbed and that there is minimal or no environmental impact around tourism related activities.

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Haryana: Woman gang-raped, daughter thrown off moving auto

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:23 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 6 (ANI): A woman has alleged gang-rape by an auto rickshaw driver in Haryana's Gurugram.

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J-K Police extends helping hand to needy during Ramadan

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:09 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 6: In an endeavour to provide relief to the needy in the holy month of Ramadan, the Jammu and Kashmir Police in collaboration with Uday foundation launched a campaign to facilitate people in the valley with basic commodities.

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Sleep regularity important for well-being of college students

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:09 IST

Washignton D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): Are you one of those college students who stay up for long hours at night? And then have a bitter mood all day long.

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Study suggests chronic pain are linked to increased risk of dementia

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): A recent study has found out that older people with persistent pain show quicker declines in memory as they age and are more likely to have dementia years later.

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Why the heart does not repair itself?

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): According to a new study, a group of researchers has fund that heart muscle is one of the least renewable tissues in the body, which is one of the reasons that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women.

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Communication can help in reducing antibiotic overuse in children

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 08:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): A new study suggests that a better communication with their health care providers can help parents in reducing unnecessary usage of antibiotics for common childhood illnesses.

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This simple step will save people with diabetes from heart disease

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): A new study has found that, one additional injection of insulin three hours after eating has been shown to protect people with type 1 diabetes from cardiovascular disease.

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Researchers find new screening tool for Parkinson's disease

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 6 (ANI): According to a new study, researchers are using breakthrough gene-editing technology to develop a new screening tool for Parkinson's disease, a debilitating degenerative disorder of the nervous system.

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Trump says travel ban needed for 'certain dangerous countries'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:57 IST

Washington DC (U.S.), June 6 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has insisted the need for a travel ban for certain "dangerous countries".

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Comey to testify openly about Trump discussions, not so on Russia

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:41 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 6 (ANI): Former FBI director James Comey has told the Senate intelligence committee he would not be constrained in discussing his conversations with President Donald Trump.

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Mallya 'intends to attend' all Team India Champions Trophy matches

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:28 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): After being spotted attending the India-Pakistan Champions Trophy match on Sunday, absconding businessman Vijay Mallya has said that he intends to attend all the games to cheer the India team.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to feature in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's next

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Kriarj Entertainment, the production house that debuted with Akshay Kumar-starrer blockbuster movie 'Rustom' has now roped in Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for Rakeysh Omrakash Mehra's next.

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Acting U.S. ambassador to China quits over Trump's climate deal exit: Reports

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:08 IST

New York [U.S.A], June 6 (ANI): Acting United States ambassador to China David Rank has, reportedly, resigned from his post in Beijing after President Donald Trump's decided to exit from the Paris Climate Accord.

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Germany to withdraw troops fighting ISIS from Turkey air bases

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 07:08 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 6 (ANI): Germany is set to withdraw troops and aircraft taking part in missions against the ISIS from Turkey in a major diplomatic row between the two North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) allies.

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French Open: Wawrinka storms into quarter-finals

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:49 IST

Paris [France], June 6 (ANI): Stan Wawrinka has stormed into French Open quarter-finals for the fourth time after comfortably beating Gael Monfils here.

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DGMO's statement has laid line for future developments: Defence experts

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): A day after Indian Army Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lieutenant General A.K. Bhatt met his Pakistani counterpart to discuss the current situation along the Line of Control (LoC) and highlighted needless escalations by the Pakistan Army, the defence experts in India on Tuesday said they believed that whatever DGMO has said actually laid the line for future developments.

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Hillary slams Trump over tweet on London Mayor

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:49 IST

New York [U.S.A], June 6 (ANI): Hillary Clinton has slammed United States President Donald Trump over his recent tweets on London terror attack and for misconstruing London Mayor Sadiq Khan's remarks post the attack.

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Trump unveils plan to upgrade air traffic control system

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:49 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 6 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump derided America's air traffic control systems on Monday as "antiquated", "horrible" and in urgent need of modernisation, while also making an apparent jibe at former president Barack Obama.

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JD(U) supports CM Nitish over his Bihar topper scam remark

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) (JD(U) came out in support of their party leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over his recent statement on Bihar topper scam, in which he blamed people for spoiling the image of the state.

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CM Nitish must improve Bihar's condition first: BJP

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) cornered Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over his comment on recent Bihar topper scam, in which he blamed the people for spoiling the image of the state.

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NDTV raids will have repercussions in media world: Congress

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): The Congress on Tuesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government of using the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to control the media after the agency searched offices and residences of NDTV co-founder Prannoy Roy over allegations of causing loss to a private bank.

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Chidambaram must also be questioned: Swamy on NDTV raids

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday said there was no need for the government to give justification for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raids on NDTV co-founder Prannoy Roy's residence and called for a separate investigation on former finance minister P. Chidambaram's role in the same.

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Biggest achievement for ISRO, India: Space scientist on GSLV Mk III launch

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): In the wake of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) carrying out the successful launch of Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), space scientist C.B. Devgan said that it was the biggest achievement for both - the ISRO and India.

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Azad asks Rajnath to implement 'permanent Kashmir solution formula' soon

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday sought to know the permanent solution for Kashmir that Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has been referring to and urged the latter to implement it soon so that the tourism industry in Jammu and Kashmir, which is hit by unrest, is revived again.

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Challenges not stressful if supported by people: Director of SAC

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:39 IST

Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): As the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) carried out the successful launch of Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV MK III) a day before, Director of Space Application Centre (SAC) Tapan Misra said that no challenge was stressful till the people of the country help and support them.

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Agra: BJP leader shot dead by his two friends

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 06:38 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader was shot dead by his two friends during a heated argument in Agra's Mehra Naharganj village on late Monday night.

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Contractor charged with leaking NSA information on Russian hacking

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 05:28 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 6 (ANI): The United States Justice Department has announced charges against a federal contractor with Top Secret security clearance, after she allegedly leaked classified information to an online media outlet.

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Trump-Sadiq Khan feud: Mayors of America rally in support of London Mayor

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 05:16 IST

London [U.K.], June 6 (ANI): In the wake of the ensuing feud between London Mayor Sadiq Khan with United States President Donald Trump, the United States Conference of Mayors has issued a statement offering its suppport to the former.

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Sadiq Khan warns terrorists as mourners pay respect to London attack victims at vigil

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 04:43 IST

London [U.K.], June 6 (ANI): London Mayor Sadiq Khan has led a vigil of hundreds of Londoners in rememberance of those who died following Saturday night's terror attack in the capital.

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Trump does believe climate is changing: Nikki Haley

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 03:33 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 6 (ANI): U.S. Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley has said that President Donald Trump believes in climate change and that humans have a role in it even as she answered a central question in the wake of his decision to withdraw the country from the Paris climate accord.

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Former Newcastle United player Tiote passes away

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 02:33 IST

London [U.K.], June 6 (ANI): Former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote has died reportedly of a heart attack during training in China.

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I'm calling it what it is: Trump on 'travel ban'

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 02:23 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], June 6 (ANI): In the aftermath of the London terror attack, United States President Donald Trump has retorted, once again, to the U.S. courts for blocking his attempted travel ban against people from six Muslim-majority countries.

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Qataris stock up on food amidst fear of economic blockade

Updated: Jun 06, 2017 01:33 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 6 (ANI): Ever since six countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain severed relations with Qatar after accusing the state of supporting terrorism and destabilising the region, residents of Qatar have been stocking up on food, worried that a diplomatic spat with its neighbours could turn into an economic blockade and lead to shortages.

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London Mayor's statement on terror attack a 'pathetic excuse': Trump

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 23:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has branded London Mayor Sadiq Khan's statement on the recent terror attack as a 'pathetic excuse'.

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London terror attackers indentified

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 23:22 IST

London [UK], June 5 (ANI0: British police have identified and released the names and photographs of the two men who were killed by police following the terrorist attack on London Bridge and Borough Market on Saturday.

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SYL verdict against Punjab could revive 'militancy': Amarinder Singh

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 23:11 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 5 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minsiter Captain Amarinder Singh on Monday warned that if the final verdict on Sutlej Yamuna link canal (SYL) deprives the people of Punjab of their water rights, it could lead to the revival of militancy in the region.

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India asks 'China friendly' nations to convince Beijing on NSG entry

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 23:11 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday called on countries friendly with China to convince Beijing on New Delhi's entry into the grouping, even as Beijing asserted that the membership bid has become more complicated.

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MP tent collapse: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan assures assistance to injured

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 22:15 IST

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): With at least 20 injured after a tent collapsed in Indore due to strong winds during a thunderstorm, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday assured that assistance will be provided to the injured who are being treated at local hospitals.

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Centre denies raid on NDTV, says inquiries on 'mother company'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 22:15 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 5 (ANI): Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Monday spurned NDTV channel's 'witch-hunt' charges after a case was registered against the channel's co-founder Prannoy Roy and others for causing an alleged loss to a private bank, and said that the inquiries are only happening on the mother company that owns the news channel.

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GST rollout marks turning point in India's history: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 5 (ANI): Asserting that the advent of GST on July 1st marks a turning point in India's history, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called on his Secretaries- the topmost officers of Ministries of the Government of India, to proactively prepare for this transformation in order to ensure a smooth transition.

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Orlando: Disgruntled employee goes on shooting spree, kills five

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:46 IST

Orlando [United States], June 5 (ANI): Five people have been killed in a shooting incident that took place at a business headquarters in Orlando, Florida on Monday.

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Trump's Saudi visit responsible for tensions in Gulf: Iranian MP

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:45 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 5 (ANI): Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's Foreign Policy and National Security Commission Alaeddin Boroujerdi has held U.S. President Donald Trump's recent visit to Saudi Arabia, and its interventions responsible for current diplomatic tensions among gulf countries of the region.

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3 Nations Invitational Tournament: India beat Belgium 3-2

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:44 IST

Dusseldorf [Germany], June 5 (ANI): India's dragflick sensation Harmanpreet Singh scored twice to ensure India beat Belgium 3-2 in a battle of nerves here at the 3 Nations Invitational Tournament on Monday.

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Centre assures homes for India's poor families by 2022

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 5 (ANI): Union Power and Coal Minister Piyush Goyal today said that the NDA government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has chalked out an elaborate plan to provide homes to all poor families in the country by 2022.

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I feel weak in low altitude but fit in mountains: Anshu Jamsenpa

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Famed mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa, who is a source of inspiration to many, says she feels weak and unhealthy in low altitude but fit in mountains.

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Dinakaran discusses 'merger' with imprisoned Sasikala

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 21:04 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 5 (ANI): Ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) deputy general secretary T.T.V. Dinakaran on Monday said that he will just 'sit back and see' what the party led by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami is going to do in coming weeks, over the speculated merger with the faction led by former Chief Minsiter O. Panneerselvam.

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PM Modi exhorts world to nurture a better planet

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:59 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday exhorted the world to nurture a better planet.

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Rajiv Gandhi statue demolished: Cong demands probe by UP Govt.

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:59 IST

Mirzapur [India] June 5 (ANI): Incensed by the demolition of Rajiv Gandhi's bust in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, the Congress on Monday strongly condemned the act and demanded a probe by the state government.

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Autopsy reveals drugs did not contribute to Cornell's death

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:58 IST

New York [USA], June 5 (ANI): According to the autopsy reports of late Chris Cornell, the singer had several prescription drugs in his system but those did not contribute to the singer's death.

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Ready to talk with Pakistan on 'three conditions': Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:38 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Taking a jibe at Pakistan, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday said that New Delhi doesn't spend extra time and energy on Islamabad as it just like 'any other country'.

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Kerala CM writes to PM Modi over 'geo-political situation' in Gulf

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 5 (ANI): In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj over the current 'geo-political situation' brewing in the Middle East, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has stated that he extends his full support to the Centre on the steps they take in the matter.

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PM Modi meets famed mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met famed woman mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa, who recently conquered Mt. Everest for a record fifth time.

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New born babies 'exchanged' in Safdarjung Hospital

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5, (ANI) : A woman has alleged that her newly born baby boy was allegedly exchanged with a girl child at the Safdarjung Hospital in the national capital.

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Pakistan can't take Kashmir to ICJ, nor hang Jadhav: Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:31 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Pakistan can neither take the Kashmir issue to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), nor hang Kulbhusan Jadhav, asserted External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday.

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India, Israel agree to work together to combat terrorism

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:31 IST

New Delhi, [India], June 05, (ANI): India and Israel have agreed on the need for countries to work together to combat the menace of terrorism, which was afflicting countries across the world. This was discussed during a visit of Indian Parliamentary delegation to Israel, in advance of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel expected soon.

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Orlando: 'Multiple fatalities' in shooting at business headquarters

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 20:05 IST

Orlando [United States], June 5 (ANI): Several people have reportedly been killed in a deadly shooting at a business headquarters in Orlando, Florida on Monday.

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ISRO made nation proud again: Sonia Gandhi on GSLV Mk III launch

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Monday congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for carrying out the successful launch of Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III).

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Bengali scholar 'remorseless' after comparing Army Chief to General Dyer

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:34 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 5 (ANI): Scholar Partha Chatterjee, who recently compared Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat to British General Dyer, infamous for organizing the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, has said that he sticks to his o

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Cattle ban: 'Chicken' kebabs leave customers wincing during Ramzan

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 5 (ANI): In the city of Nawabs, Lucknow, where the first month of Ramzan witnessed customers flocking to 'Tunday Kabab' to indulge.all does not seem to be well.

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80, 000 people trapped abroad successfully brought back to India: Swaraj

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday asserted that around 80, 000 people trapped abroad were successfully brought back to India by the Government in last three years.

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This is what Salman feels about GST

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): After Siddharth Roy Kapoor and Kamal Hassan, Bollywood actor Salman Khan is the latest from the film industry to express his feelings over the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Death toll in China's petrochemical plant explosion rises to eight

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:17 IST

Jinan [China] June 5 (ANI): The death toll in the explosion, that took place at a petrochemical company in eastern China's Shandong Province on Monday, has risen to eight.

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Goa based advocate demands ban on Facebook pages of IRF, Zakir Naik

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:08 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 5 (ANI): A Goa based advocate on Monday sought for an immediate ban on the controversial Islamic preacher Dr. Zakir Naik and his organisation Islamic Research Foundation (IRF).

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1st edition of Nagaland Fashion Week 2017 officially announced

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi, June 5 (ANI): In a bid to promote the Naga culture and to revive the indigenous textile, handicrafts and handlooms, the first ever Nagaland Fashion Week 2017 has been officially announced here at Nagaland house.

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Pandya admits he was under pressure in Pakistan clash

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 19:00 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 5 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who played a brilliant cameo of 20 runs off just six balls against Pakistan in their Champions Trophy encounter on Sunday, has admitted he was under pressure in the much anticipated, high octane clash against the arch-rivals.

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No meeting between PM Modi-Nawaz Sharif in Astana: Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday ruled out any meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistan counterpart Nawaz Sharif in Astana, Kazakhstan, where both world leaders will attend a conference.

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Prez Mukherjee, PM Modi hail ISRO for successful launch of GSLV Mk III

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday joined the nation in congratulating the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for carrying out the successful launch of Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III).

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Pak Army Chief discusses regional security with Japanese envoy

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:47 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], June 5 (ANI): Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Monday met Japanese Ambassador Takashi Kurai and discussed matters of mutual interest with focus on regional security at the General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.

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Kaspersky Lab's latest parental control report shows how different children are around the world

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Kaspersky Lab has issued its latest report about detections on computers used by children. Analysis shows that, on average, children around the world now communicate, play and access adult content via computers less than they did a year ago, but open websites with information about drugs, alcohol and tobacco more. The latter theme is of particular interest to children in North America, Oceania and Western Europe.

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Pernod Ricard India launches their expressive Spanish wine

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Pernod Ricard India brings fresh energy and vibrancy into the wine category with the launch of their Spanish wine, Campo Viejo, in the country.

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French Open: Murray registers 650th match win to enter quarters

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:31 IST

Paris [France], June 5 (ANI): World No. 1 Andy Murray stormed into the quarter-finals of the French Open after registering a straight-sets victory over Karen Khachanov on Monday.

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BJP corners Rahul Gandhi over 'Upanishad and Bhagwad Gita' statement

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday cornered Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi over his reported statement on Upanishads and the Bhagwad Gita.

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Sidharth Malhotra, Jaqueline's 'Reload' gets new title

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): For those who are waiting for Sidharth Malhotra and Jaqueline Fenandez starrer

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World Environment Day: Children participate in painting competition in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:25 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): On the occasion the World Environment Day, P.D Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai organised a wall painting competition for children with an aim to remind citizens of the growing need to sustain and protect the environment.

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BJP files complaint against Congress over 'Indian occupied Kashmir' booklet

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:22 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party has demanded an FIR against the Congress for publication of a booklet that shows a map of Pakistan, where in the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir has been shown as part and territory of Pakistan.

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College students, BJP members pledge to make a 'greener' Assam

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:15 IST

Johrat (Assam) [India], June 5 (ANI): Kamkhaya Prasad Tassa, Lok Sabha MP from Assam's Johrat, along with district BJP workers, district administration officers, staff and students of Johrat Medical College planted about 500 saplings inside the campus.

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ISRO successfully launches 'Monster Rocket' GSLV Mark III

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched its most powerful rocket GSLV Mark III carrying GSAT-19 communication satellite from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

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Modern International School Dwarka records excellent results in CBSE Class XII exams

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): Modern International School Dwarka, one of Delhi/NCR's leading schools has witnessed excellent results in this year's CBSE Class XII exams.

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Home Credit India launches mobile app, enables access to loan and repayment details instantly

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): In its efforts towards going digital and engaging with customers closely by providing access on-the-go, Home Credit India, one of India's leading NBFC, has launched its mobile app.

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OPDPA continues its support to oil palm farmers; appreciates govt.'s proposal under NMOOP scheme

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Lauding the government's move on extending further assistance to Oil Palm growers under the NMOOP Scheme, Oil Palm Developers and Processors Association (OPDPA) on Monday announced the proposal of extending assistance for more than 25 ha area per farmer and revision in assistance for oil palm plantations.

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Mumbai: German teacher at international school charged with 'sodomy'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:58 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a case of sodomy was registered against a German teacher of a leading international school here.

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Champions Trophy: Bangladesh opt to bat against Australia

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:47 IST

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat against Australia in their second Group B match here at the Kennington Oval, London on Monday.

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'13 Reasons Why' Season Two to see more of Hannah Baker

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): It seems like Hannah Baker's story is not over yet in '13 Reasons Why'.

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Theresa May dismisses claims of police being `underfunded`

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:31 IST

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): Dismissing claims that the police are underfunded, British Prime Minister Theresa May on Monday said that overall police budgets have been protected since 2015 and that the number of armed officers in the country is also increasing.

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Saudi-Qatar fallout: Emirates to suspend flights to, from Doha

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:19 IST

Dubai (United Arab Emirates) June 5 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing diplomatic rift in the Gulf, Dubai-based Airline Emirates is suspending flights to and from Doha beginning Tuesday morning.

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Madhur Bhandarkar shares intense first poster of 'Indu Sarkar'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The first poster of Madhur Bhandarkar's highly-anticipated movie 'Indu Sarkar' has been revealed.

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Indian Navy saving energy under 'Green Initiatives Drive'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 17:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Indian Navy has started using smart LED street lighting in its naval stations besides conventional lighting on operational platforms which is also progressively migrating to LED lighting.

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Dinakaran meets aunt Sasikala in Bengaluru jail

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:58 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 5 (ANI): Ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) deputy general secretary TTV Dinakaran on Monday reached Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara jail to meet party leader and General Secretary V.K. Sasikala who was jailed in February in a Disproportionate Assets (DA) case.

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TATA Projects launches unique Green Thumb initiative

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:57 IST

Hyderabad [India], June 5 (ANI): On the occasion of World Environment Day today, one of India's fastest growing and most admired infrastructure companies TATA Projects (www.tataprojects.com), - launched Green Thumb - a one of its kind initiative to enhance the green cover across the country.

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Paisabazaar.com launches new campaign

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): Paisabazaar.com, India's largest marketplace for loans and cards, launched its new TV campaign during the live broadcast of the India-Pakistan Champions Trophy match on Sunday. The campaign, which will feature several of Paisabazaar.com's products, kick-started with its free credit score feature.

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'Munna Michael' trailer: Tiger enthralls with his 'MJ' moves

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): After giving us movies like 'Heropanti' and 'Baaghi,' Sabbir Khan and Tiger Shroff duo is back with their third venture 'Munna Michael'.

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Govt. to setup India's first 'Rural LED Street Lighting Project' in AP

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In the first of a kind attempt, the Government of India, through the Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) under the Ministry of Power has announced retrofitting of 10 lakh conventional street lights with LED lights in Gram Panchayats of seven districts in Andhra Pradesh.

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Mahindra Comviva enables omni-channel customer engagement with 'Ngage Messaging'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Mahindra Comviva, the global leader in providing mobility solutions, today announced that its mobile engagement solution for enterprises - Ngage Messaging Platform will now provide omni-channel customer engagement with the addition of new digital channels.

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5th SPIC MACAY International Convention starts today

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI):1500 delegates from across the globe will be attending the fifth International Convention of SPIC MACAY to be held from Jun 5 to June 11 at IIT, Delhi.

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India will raise 'airspace violation' with China: Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Two days after a suspected Chinese helicopter was sighted flying above Indian territory in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj on Monday assured that the Indian Government will raise the issue with China.

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Land scam: CBI questions ex-Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda again

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:32 IST

Gurugram (Haryana), [India] June 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) questions former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Monday over alleged irregularities in allotment of 14 industrial plots in Panchkula.

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Munna Michael trailer: Tiger does B'wood masala dance for 1st time

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Tiger Shroff, one of the finest dancers in Bollywood, will be seen doing the typical masala number for the first time in upcoming film 'Munna Michael.'

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Idea Cellular records highest 4G upload speed in May courtesy TRAI

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Telecom operator Idea Cellular has hit the numero uno spot for average upload 4G speed for the month of May with an upload speed of 8.45 Mbps.

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Simona Halep strolls into French Open quarters

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:29 IST

Paris [France], June 5 (ANI): Third seeded Simona Halep cruised into the quarter-finals of the French Open after registering a straight-sets victory over Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain here on Monday.

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POTUS dances with head of a reactionary regime: Khamenei

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:20 IST

Tehran [Iran], June5 (ANI): Ayatollah Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran has vehemently criticized U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabian rulers during his speech on the occasion of the 28th anniversary of Father of the Islamic Revolution the late Imam Khomeini on Sunday.

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Army transfer racket: Army officer, middleman sent to 12-day CBI custody

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Monday sent Lt. Col. Ranganathan Subramaniam and middle-man Gaurav Kohli to a 12-day judicial custody of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), over the alleged 'transfer posting racket' that is said to have been functioning in the Indian Army.

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UP CM Adityanath turns 45, wishes pour in from political fraternity

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath turns 45 today and wished continue to pour in from the political fraternity and his admirers.

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Delhi Court seeks reply from Tihar Jail on Yasin Bhatkal's 'harassment' plea

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:17 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): A Delhi Court has sought reply from Tihar Jail authorities following the plea of Indian Mujahideen (IM) co-founder Yasin Bhatkal alleging physical harassment and human rights violation by jail authorities.

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PM Modi hails GST as 'turning point for economy'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Lauding the forthcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the taxation regime will be the turning point of the economy, as its implementation would greatly benefit the common man.

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As for STD treatment, killing two birds with one stone helps

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 16:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): According to a recent study, places that allow doctors to treat a patient's sexual partner without an in-person visit may find more success lowering rates of sexually transmitted diseases.

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RBI imposes Rs. 5 lakh penalty on Jalore Nagrik Sahakari Bank

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday imposed a monetary penalty of Rs. five lakh on the Jalore Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd. on account of violation of the bank's guidelines.

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PeeCee wins over on magazine cover

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is on the cover of the latest issue of Filmfare magazine and just like every time, she just slays it like a queen.

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Want better sex life? Kick that cigarette butt

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): Between-the-sheets trouble is something all couples dread, but now, a recent study has suggested that for men, kicking the smoking habit can be beneficial not only for heart and lung health, but also for the sexual performance.

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London attacker a Pakistani, shifts focus on Pakistan as cradle of terror

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:46 IST

London [United Kingdom], June 5 (ANI): Saturday night's London Bridge terror attack, which claimed the lives of seven people, including the three attackers involved, and left 48 others injured from bullet and knife wounds, has once again shifted focus to Pakistan, as one of the attackers gunned down, it turns out, was a jihadist of Pakistani origin.

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Victoria Police rescues woman held under hostage in Brighton

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:37 IST

Brighton [Australia], June 5 (ANI): The Victoria Police have resolved a hostage situation in Brighton by shooting a man dead and rescuing a woman being held against her will inside an apartment in the Melbourne suburb of the city on Monday.

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ISIS leaders among 22 killed in airstrikes in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:34 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 5 (ANI): At least twenty two militants affiliated with the ISIS terrorist group were killed in a series of military operations in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan on Monday.

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Vijay Goel congratulates Team India post clinical win over Pak

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel has congratulated the Indian cricket team after they thrashed their arch-rivals Pakistan by 124 runs through Duckworth-Lewis method in the opening Champions Trophy clash at Edgbaston in Birmingham last evening.

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Some wonders of up cycling

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Up cycling is a way to reduce waste as one can turn trash into treasure and help save the environment in the process.

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ClearTax, CII Bihar partner for GST skill development workshops

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): As the GST will be effective from July 1st, ClearTax, India's largest Income Tax returns e-filing and enterprise compliance service provider has partnered with CII, Bihar Skill Development Mission to provide insights on the GST- implementation. ClearTax workshop aims to empower skill development centers across Bihar for making them GST compliant at a block level and generating employment for youth.

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Muguruza breaks down in tears, blasts 'disrespectful' French Open crowd

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 5 (ANI): Defending champion Garbine Muguruza has blasted the French Open crowd for being disrespectful after she suffered a heart-wrenching loss against Kristina Mladenovic in the last 16 on Sunday.

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Bajaj Finserv Business Loan witnesses a growth of 18 pct in Quarter Ended March 2017

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): India has witnessed a substantial growth in aspiring entrepreneurs in the past few years and the government has been successfully able to create a conducive environment for start-ups. The increase in the number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has led to a rise in demand for business loans for meeting operational as well as capital expenditure demands.

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Tenzin Paldon becomes Miss Tibet 2017

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:06 IST

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) June 5, (ANI): 21-year-old Tenzin Paldon, hailing from Karnataka has become Miss Tibet 2017.

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GSAT-19 to fulfill PM Modi's 'Digital India' dream

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch a path breaking communication satellite GSAT- 19 from the Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota today at 17:28 Hrs (IST).

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Fifth round of Syrian peace talks likely to begin next week

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:53 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], June 5 (ANI): The fifth round of Syrian peace talks in Kazakhstan's capital Astana is likely to begin next week.

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Bandipora attack: Rajnath lauds CRPF, J-K Police for 'unmatched courage'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday lauded the Indian Army for its 'alertness and unmatched courage' during the retaliatory fire by 45 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) at Sumbal in Jammu and Kashmir 's Bandipora district.

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Patanjali rubbishes reports of Ramdev buying NDTV

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Patanjali Ayurved on Monday rebuffed reports that Yog Guru Baba Ramdev is in preliminary talks to buy NDTV.

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Defeat against India a `reality check, admits Arthur

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:38 IST

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): After Pakistan slumped to a humiliating 124-run defeat in their opening Champions Trophy clash against India, head coach Mickey Arthur has admitted that his side's performance was below par and that the loss had given them the reality check of where they stand in one-day cricket.

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Railways to run AC coaches on western line of Mumbai suburban railway

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): The Indian Railways will run AC coaches on western line of Mumbai suburban railway by September this year.

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Senior Men National C'ship: Hockey Him thrash Hockey Andaman & Nicobar 19-0

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:30 IST

Lucknow [India], June 5 (ANI): Hockey Him showcased a rich vein of form as they clinched a resounding 19-0 victory over Hockey Andaman & Nicobar in their opening Pool B clash of the 7th Senior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here on Monday.

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London Terror attack: Police conducts fresh raids

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:25 IST

New York [U.S.], June 5 (ANI): Intensifying the search operations to find the links of Terror Network, London Metropolitan Police has conducted fresh raids in Newham and Barking in London.

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CKGS opens six Algeria Visa Application Centers in India

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Cox & Kings Global Services (CKGS) on Monday announced the opening of Algeria Visa Application and Information Centers (AVAIC) at six different locations, including Mumbai.

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'Lipstick Under My Burkha' to release this July

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): After a long battle, the makers of 'Lipstick Under My Burkha' can now heave a sigh of relief as the film has finally got a release date.

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CBI appeals to exceed Shahabuddin's remand

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday appealed to exceed the remand of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Mohammad Shahabuddin in an ongoing investigation of case relating to murder of journalist Rajdeo Ranjan.

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Indian Army DGMO discusses LoC situation with Pak counterpart

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Indian Army Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMO) Lieutenant General A.K. Bhatt on Monday met his Pakistani counterpart to discuss the current situation along the Line of Control (LoC) and highlighted needless escalations by the the Pakistan Army.

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Yemen breaks off diplomatic ties with Qatar

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:06 IST

Sanaa [Yemen], June 5 (ANI): Following a similar move by Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain, Yemen also broke off its ties with Qatar for working with its enemies of the Iran-aligned Houthi militia, local media reports said.

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Windies call up Roston Chase for ODIs against Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:06 IST

Antigua [West Indies], June 5 (ANI): West Indies all-rounder Roston Chase has earned his maiden ODI call-up for the upcoming three-match series against Afghanistan.

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Nitish blames Biharis for spoiling Bihar's image

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 14:05 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 5 (ANI): Commenting on the recent topper scam that brought embarrassment to Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday blamed the people for spoiling the image of the state.

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VedInfratech launches new project VedShlok in Kanjurmarg

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): VedInfratech, promoted by S G Realty has launched their new project VedShlok in Kanjarmarg East. S G Realty has been in the realty space from past two decades and has worked for many of the top notch names in the realty industry.

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Fashion designer Anita Dongre talks about 'sustainable consumption'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In today's time, when less is more in terms of the number of clothes we have, fashion designer Anita Dongre stresses on the importance of 'sustainable consumption'.

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Outdoor Air Pollution linked with one million preterm births per year in India according to new research

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:57 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): The research, led by a team from The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) at the University of York, found that in 2010, about 2.7 million preterm births globally, or 18 per cent of all preterm births, were associated with outdoor exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5). India alone accounted for about 1 million of the total 2.7 million global estimate.

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New blood clot find could help stave off heart attacks, strokes

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): A recent study has found that it may be possible to disrupt harmful blood clots in people at risk for heart attack or stroke without upping their risk of bleeding.

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Delhi: 900-year-old Lord Buddha statue recovered, two arrested

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:57 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): A 900-year-old statue of Lord Buddha that was stolen from Arunachal Pradesh was recovered on Monday from Delhi's Majnu Ka Tilla area.

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Rajasthan: Five Pakistani nationals arrested

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:57 IST

Barmer (Rajasthan) [India], June 5 (ANI): As many as five Pakistani nationals, including two women were on Monday arrested by the Rajasthan Police at Barmer border near Lakhasar village.

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12-year-old Aaryan Balaji, youngest mountaineer to cross three passes in Nepal's Solukhumbhu region

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Adding one more feather to his success hat, 12-year-old Aaryan Balaji has become the youngest mountaineer to successfully cross three high passes in the Solukhumbhu region of Nepal (Kongma La 18,159 ft / 5,535 m, Cho La 17,651 ft / 5,380 m and Renjo La 17,677 ft / 5,388 m).

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Cells' 'Hail Mary' mechanism to rescue broken chromosomes

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): A recent study has found that the 'Hail Mary' mechanism can rescue the cells with severely damaged chromosomes and insights into this method could lead to new cancer therapies.

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Mini sewer jetting machines launched in Telangana to eliminate manual scavenging

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:32 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] June 5 (ANI): As many as 70 mini sewer jetting machines were launched on the occasion of 'World Environment Day'.

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Delhi HC judge recuses himself from DU's LLB seats case

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): A Delhi High Court judge on Monday recused himself from hearing the plea opposing the reduction of seats in the LLB in Delhi University (DU).

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NSDL e-Gov's ASP services to ensure GST compliance

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Ltd. (NSDL e-Gov) on Monday announced the launch of its Application Service Provider (ASP) services to help dealers/businesses, chartered accountants (CAs) and tax consultants in filing for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and complying with the norms of the same.

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Hazard likely to miss start of PL season with ankle fracture

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:21 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 5 (ANI): Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard is likely to miss the start of the Premier League season after fracturing his ankle.

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Skillsoft honours 2017 India Innovation Award winners

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): Skillsoft, the global leader in eLearning, and SumTotal, the leading provider of talent management solutions, announced the 2017 India Innovation Awards winners at their annual conference, 2017 India Perspectives.

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DJUBO launches new PoS Android app

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Hotel tech company DJUBO on Monday announced a valiant step in enhancing hotel's operations management experience with release of its new POS app.

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A new digital weapon in fight against depression

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): When it comes to depression, technology has a lot to answer for and now, a team of researchers has come up with a software that can help beat the blues.

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Qatar regrets Gulf countries decision to cut diplomatic ties

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:11 IST

Doha [Qatar], June 5 (ANI): Qatar's Foreign Ministry on Monday said that the country regrets the decision of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates' and Egypt to cut off diplomatic ties with it.

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Ola Share witnesses 500 percent growth in one year

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Taxi and auto aggregator Ola on Monday announced that its shared mobility offering, Ola Share, registered a 500 percent growth in the last one year, with maximum usage witnessed in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

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Tripura celebrates 'World Environment Day'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:56 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 5 (ANI): Tripura is celebrating 'World Environment Day' today.

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Aye Finance leads to growth of 18,000 Indian MSMEs

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Innovative finance company providing business loans to small and micro enterprises across India Aye Finance on Monday announced disbursal of Rs. 200 crore in loans to 18,000 micro and small enterprises in India, since its inception in 2014.

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Good sleep can make you a better athlete

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): According to a recent study, short-term sleep extension improves response time and daytime functioning of professional baseball players.

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Centre rebuffs NDTV's 'witch-hunt' charge

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Centre on Monday rebuffed NDTV's 'witch-hunt' charge after a case was registered against the channel's co-founder Prannoy Roy and others for causing an alleged loss to a private bank.

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Here's why phoning while behind the wheel is risky

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): Being on the phone behind the wheel is often blamed for road deaths, but is keeping connected in a car always dangerous?

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Tips to support eco-tourism as traveler

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): This summer, while you plan an escape to your dream destination, try being a responsible traveller.

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Efforts on to identify terrorists of Bandipora encounter: J-K Police

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:32 IST

Srinagar/New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Lauding the Indian Army for its alertness and bravery during the retaliatory fire by 45 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) at Sumbal in Bandipora, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday said that efforts are on to indentify the terrorists and the organisation they belong to.

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Bopanna, Mirza set up last-eight clash in French Open mixed doubles

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:23 IST

Paris [France], June 5 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her Croatian partner Ivan Dodig will face off against seventh seeds Rohan Bopanna and Gabriela Dabrowski in the quarter-final clash of the mixed doubles event here at the French Open today.

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Sleep apnea increases risk of developing hypertension

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): Patients with obstructive sleep apnea may be at greater risk of developing hypertension and diabetes.

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Andhra Pollution board organizes environment rally

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:21 IST

Vizag (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): The Andhra Pradesh Pollution board along with various green social trusts organised 'World Environment Day' rally, from RK beach to Vuda Park.

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Pedal your way to better health

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 5 (ANI): Getting outside on two wheels is a great way to shape up, but did you know that you can always get more out of your ride?

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Odisha: SOG jawan killed, 10 injured in Maoist ambush

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:21 IST

Kandhamal (Odisha) [India] June 5 (ANI): One Special Operation Group (SOG) jawan lost his life while 10 others sustained injuries due to a Maoist ambush in the forest area near Khamankhol under Baliguda sub-division in Kandhamal district of Odisha.

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Woman of Manjeet Mehal gang, four others arrested

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Five persons including a woman of Manjeet Mehal gang have been arrested.

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Cesarean deliveries better than midpelvic forceps, vacuum deliveries: Study

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): Pregnant women take note! Compared with cesarean deliveries, midpelvic forceps and midpelvic vacuum deliveries lead to higher rates of maternal and infant trauma, according to a new study.

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Swamy on Prannoy Roy: Law is equal for all

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday said that law is equal for all and everyone should develop a respect for it.

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Moradabad residents practice yoga, plant trees on World Environment Day

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 5, (ANI) : World Environment Day 2017 is being observed across the world today, and the theme for this year is 'Connecting People to Nature' People of Moradabad have found a very distinct way of celebrating World Environment Day, by practicing yoga in the morning and planting trees.

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This World Environment Day, let's re-connect with nature

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): About 1.1 million people die prematurely every year in India due to polluted air, says a report.

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Coal block scam: Naveen Jindal allowed to travel abroad for business

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 12:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Monday accepted coal block scam accused Naveen Jindal's application allowing him to travel abroad for business purpose.

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Etihad to suspend flights to Qatar amid Gulf diplomatic rift

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:54 IST

Abu Dhabi [United Arab Emirates], June 5 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing diplomatic rift in the Gulf, Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways on Monday announced that it will cancel all flights to Qatar.

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China slams US for remarks on South China Sea, Taiwan

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:51 IST

Beijing [China], June5 (ANI): China has accused the United States and Japan of making "irresponsible remarks" over the South China Sea and Taiwan during the recently held Shangri-La Dialogue.

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Horse rams into car in Jaipur

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:51 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India] June 5 (ANI): The people witnessed a rare accident on Sunday here. The accident didn't involve two vehicles, but a horse and a car.

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Bareilly bus accident: PM Modi condoles loss of lives, announces compensation

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Condoling the 'heart-rending' bus accident in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. two lakh to the next of kin of those killed.

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Disturbing sleep schedule on weekends has health consequences

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): People who have different sleep patterns on the weekends than they do during the work week may experience 'social jet lag', which according to a recent study has health consequences.

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NDTV vows to fight against 'witch-hunt'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The NDTV on Monday vowed to fight tirelessly against the 'witch-hunt by multiple agencies'.

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Saudi Arabia suspends Qatari troops participation in war in Yemen

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:34 IST

Riyadh[Saudi Arabia], June5 (ANI): The Arab coalition has said it has suspended Qatar's troops participation in an ongoing war in Yemen.

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Champions Trophy: Aussies, Bangladesh face off in must-win clash

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:29 IST

London [U.K], June 5 (ANI): Two-time winners Australia will aim to give a better account of both their batting and bowling when they take on Bangladesh in the must-win second Champions Trophy encounter to be played at the Kennington Oval here on Monday.

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VERO MODA's new collection pledges its support for World Environment Day

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI-NewsVoir): VERO MODA understands that fashion is an art that constantly borrows heavily from nature. The awe and admiration that nature beckonstime and again inspires the world of fashion, making it a better place.

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Yogi Adityanath seeks cooperation for environment protection

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:11 IST

Lucknow [India] June 5 (ANI): In the wake of 'World Environment Day', Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday pitched for environment conservation, while urging everyone to come forward to protect the 'precious gifts of nature.'

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One Love Manchester concert: Robbie Williams, Justin Bieber pay tribute to attack victims

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 11:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): The enormous One Love Manchester benefit gig was an emotional event for everybody involved, with a whole host of stars delivering a stack of heartfelt hits.

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UP CM announces ex-gratia to Bareilly bus accident's victims' kin

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:55 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 5 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. two lakh for the kin of deceased in Bareilly truck-bus collision and also Rs. 50,000 for those injured.

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Case registered against NDTV co-founder Prannoy Roy for causing loss to bank

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday registered a case against Co-Founder and Executive Co-Chairperson of NDTV, Prannoy Roy, his wife Radhika Roy, a private company and others for causing an alleged loss to a bank.

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CBI conducts raid at NDTV co-founder Prannoy Roy's residence

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday confirmed that raids are going on at Co-Founder and Executive Co-Chairperson of NDTV, Prannoy Roy's residence in Delhi.

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Champions Trophy: Kohli & Co. draw praise post clinical win over Pak

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Virat Kohli-led side received a flurry of praise from the cricket fraternity after they beat arch-rivals Pakistan by 124 runs in yesterday's high-octane Champions Trophy encounter at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham.

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Developers hopeful of solar tariff at Rs. 1.5 per unit

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In the wake of a decline in the cost of equipment and availing capital, developers are optimistic of a further reduction in solar power tariff to Rs. 1.5 a unit.

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GST rate on solar panel indicates grid parity: VP, Schneider

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In lieu of the tax rate on solar panels being fixed at five percent under the forthcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST), industry players believe that solar being placed at par with coal indicates that the country is moving towards grid parity.

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Qatari diplomats given 48-hours to leave Bahrain

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:19 IST

Manama[Bahrain], June 5 (ANI) : Severing diplomatic ties with Qatar, Bahrain's foreign affairs ministry on Monday issued an advisory for all Qatari diplomatic staff to leave the country within the next 48 hours and also issued an 14-day ultimatum to Qatari citizens to leave Bahraini territories .

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Earth Anthem played on occasion of World Environment Day

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 10:12 IST

Brasilia [Brazil], June 5 (ANI): On the occasion of the World Environment Day today, the Earth Anthem penned by poet Abhay K., composed by music maestro Dr. L. Subramaniam and sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy was launched globally.

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World Environment Day: Harsh Vardhan urges to protect nature

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India] June 5 (ANI): On the occasion of 'World Environment Day', Union Environment Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Monday said that the people across the country should pledge to protect and respect nature, adding small amends in daily life would lead to a better environment.

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S. Arabia, UAE, Egypt and Bahrain cut diplomatic ties with Qatar over 'terrorism'

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:48 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], June 5 (ANI): Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain have broken off diplomatic relations and all land sea and air contacts with fellow Gulf Arab state Qatar over allegations that the latter is encouraging terrorism and extremism.

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I misjudged you: Piers Morgan apologizes to Ariana Grande

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): Following his previous criticism, Piers Morgan has now praised Ariana Grande's One Love Manchester concert and has even apologised for his earlier comments.

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Bandipora attack: Defence Experts laud Indian Army for killing militants

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi/ Nagpur [India], June 5 (ANI): The Defence Experts on Monday lauded the Indian Army for successfully foiling fidayeen attack at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp and killing militants in Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Hamas leader in Cairo for talks with Egyptian officials

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:26 IST

Cairo [Egypt], June 5 (ANI): A delegation from the Palestinian resistance group Hamas is in Cairo for talks with Egyptian officials to discuss the humanitarian situation in the besieged Gaza Strip as well as Egypt's role in alleviating the siege.

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Death toll rises to 22 in truck-bus collision in UP's Bareilly

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:10 IST

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): Death toll rose to 22 on Monday morning in a truck-bus collision in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district.

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Ariana Grande gets emotional as she closes One Love Manchester concert

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 09:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 5 (ANI): Ariana Grande's One Love Manchester concert- held almost two weeks after a terrorist attack outside her concert killed 22 and injured over 100 people- ended on an emotional note as the 23-year-old, while fighting back tears, performed 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'.

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'World Environment Day' right time to nurture a better planet: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 08:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): On the occasion of 'World Environment Day' Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said it is the right time to reaffirm our commitment to protecting our environment and nurturing a better planet.

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Japan conducts evacuation drills over possible North Korean missile attack

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 08:47 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 5 (ANI): The residents of Abu, a small coastal town on the Sea of Japan, were rushed to safety as part of evacuation drills after being warned of a ballistic missile attack amid tensions with North Korea over its missile and nuclear programs.

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17 dead, 15 injured in truck-bus collision in UP's Bareilly

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 08:42 IST

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): As many as 17 persons were killed and 15 were injured in a collision between a truck and a Roadways bus on Bada Bypass in Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh on Monday.

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North India continues to reel under heat wave

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 07:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Central and North India continue to remain under the grip of heat wave on Monday.

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Yuvraj Singh dedicates his innings to Cancer survivors

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 07:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Indian batsman Yuvraj Singh has dedicated his 'game-changing' innings to Cancer survivors on the occasion of 'Cancer Survivor Day'.

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Big B, Ranveer Singh congratulate Team India on victory against Pak

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 07:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The whole nation erupted in joy when Team India came with an all-round performance to

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Fans elated after India choke Pak in Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 07:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The nation erupted in joy and firecrackers were burst in the nook and corner of every street when India beat their arch rival Pakistan in the high-octane Champions Trophy match.

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ISIS surrenders leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's hideout in Iraq

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:45 IST

Baghdad [Iraq], June 5 (ANI): The Islamic State has surrendered the key town of Baaj in north-west Iraq, which was a known hideout of the terrorist group's leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.

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J-K: Four militants killed by CRPF, J-K Police

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:40 IST

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 5 (ANI): At least four militants were killed in retaliatory fire by 45 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) at Sumbal in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district on Monday morning.

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Congress demands action against 'shameful' Bihar ambulance incident

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): After a man in Bihar's Purnia district carried his wife's dead body on a motorcycle to reach his home for her last rites as he was denied a mortuary van at a government hospital, the Congress on Monday said that such incidents were shameful and the state governments must take necessary steps to stop such things.

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Susan Rice refutes Putin's denials of election meddling

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:29 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 5 (ANI): Former United States president Barack Obama's national security advisor Susan Rice has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's denial that Russia meddled in the 2016 U.S. presidential elections.

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India favourites to lift Champions Trophy: Kohli's childhood coach

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Following India's splendid victory against arch-rival Pakistan in the Champions Trophy match, skipper Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar on Monday said the defending champions to be the favourites to win the marquee event.

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Congress asks Naseeruddin to not 'dramatise' article

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Congress party on Monday urged Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah to not dramatise the problems of Muslims that have been highlighted in his article and said that all the social evils plaguing the society must be fought unitedly.

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Probe underway: JD(U) on Bihar ambulance incident

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 5 (ANI): After a man in Bihar's Purnia district carried his wife's dead body on a motorcycle to reach his home for her last rites as he was denied a mortuary van at a government hospital, Janta Dal (United) (JD(U)) said that the probe was underway and the accused would be duly punished.

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Actors should stop making political statements: Swamy

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In the wake of Naseeruddin Shah's article in which he said that Muslims' patriotism was being suspected upon and they were being forced to explain themselves over the same, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday advised the "actors" to stop making political statements as they "don't understand anything."

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India's heaviest satellite GSAT-19 to be launched today

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will on Monday launch GSLV-Mark III, a heavy lift rocket capable of carrying humans, into geo synchronous orbit from Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota at 5 p.m.

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J-K: Militants attack 45 Battalion CRPF camp

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 5 (ANI): Several militants attacked 45 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp at Sumbal in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district on early Monday morning.

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Army transfer racket: Senior officers to be produced before court

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 06:01 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will on Monday produce Lt. Col. Ranganathan Subramaniam, Army officer Purshottam and middle-man Gaurav Kohli before its special court over the alleged 'transfer posting racket' that is said to have been functioning in the Indian Army.

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Trump makes a point about gun control on Twitter

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 05:23 IST

London [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): After a series of tweets, including one offering United States support to the United Kingdom and another criticising London Mayor Sadiq Khan, President Donald Trump on Sunday took to Twitter to point out that the Saturday evening attacks in London had not spurred an immediate debate about gun control because the attackers did not use guns.

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London terror attacks: ISIS claims responsibility

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 05:06 IST

London [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): The ISIS has claimed responsibility for the London terror attacks, which rattled the city a day before killing seven and injuring 48.

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Kashmir problem started under Nehru regime: Swamy

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 04:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): In a scathing attack on Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi over his remark on the situation of Kashmir, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy claimed that the Kashmir problem started under the regime of first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

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Congress trying to put Centre 'in the dock': BJP

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 04:28 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka)/New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Lashing out on Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi over his remark on the situation in Kashmir, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that the Kashmir policy was strong enough, and claimed that the Congress was trying to put the Centre "in the dock."

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Hearing on plea opposing reduction of LLB seats in DU to continue today

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 03:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Monday continue to hear the plea opposing the reduction of seats in the LLB in the Delhi University.

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Ganga will be completely cleaned in 10 years: Uma Bharti

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 03:47 IST

Farrukhabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 5 (ANI): Union Water Resource Minister Uma Bharti has said the Ganga River would be completely clean in 10 years, adding that a proper framework has been chalked out and is being carried out in a phased manner.

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Fast-track court to be setup to tackle crime against women: Manipur CM

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 03:28 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 5 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has assured that fast-track courts would be set up to tackle cases related to crime against women in the state.

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Ariana, others perform in Manchester as tribute to attack victims

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 03:18 IST

Manchester [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): With the city still recovering from a suicide bombing at Ariana Grande's show two weeks ago and even less than 24 hours after a deadly terror attack across London, a benefit concert "One Love Manchester" by Ariana Grande and other pop stars went on as planned Sunday night here.

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London terror attacks: Trump criticised for tweets against city Mayor

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 03:18 IST

London [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): In the wake of the terror attacks which killed at least seven people in London a day before, United States President Donald Trump launched an attack on London Mayor, while apparently misconstruing a statement made by him post the incident.

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Yuvi's innings against Pak was game-changing: Kohli

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 01:52 IST

Birmingham [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): Heaping praises on Yuvraj Singh for his quick fire 53, skipper Virat Kohli on Monday described the Indian middle-order batsman's innings as "game changing", adding that the performance helped to "deflate" arch-rival Pakistan in India's opening Champions Trophy clash at Edgbaston here.

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Team India will retain Champions Trophy: BCCI acting president

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 01:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): With India defeating arch-rivals Pakistan by 124 runs through Duckworth-Lewis (D/L) method in the Champions Trophy encounter at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham on Sunday, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting president C.K. Khanna congratulated the team and expressed confidence that team would retain the Champions Trophy.

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Canadian amongst seven dead in London terror attack

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 00:54 IST

Ottawa [Canada], June 5 (ANI): A Canadian was amongst those killed in a terror attack on London Bridge and nearby areas in which seven persons were killed and many others injured.

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Champions Trophy: India clinically outclass Pakistan in rain-hit clash

Updated: Jun 05, 2017 00:49 IST

Birmingham [U.K.], June 5 (ANI): Defending champions India came with an all-round performance to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan by 124 runs through Duckworth-Lewis (D/L) method in what turned out to be a one-sided Champions Trophy encounter at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here on Sunday.

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Police accidentally shoots civilian during response to London terror attack

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 22:34 IST

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): The British Police had accidentally shot a civilian during response during the response to last night's terror attack in London that left seven people dead and several others wounded.

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K'taka Water Minister performs special prayer to please god of rain

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 22:19 IST

Kodagu (Karnataka) [India], June 4 (ANI): To please the god of rain for good monsoon, Karnataka Water Minister M. B. Patil on Sunday performed a special prayer here on the bank of Cauvery River.

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Landslide kills three in Tripura

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 21:56 IST

Dhalai (Tripura) [India], June 4 (ANI): Landslide following incessant rain has killed three of a family in Dhalai district of Tripura while one more was critically injured in the incident.

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Rahul Gandhi promises special status to Andhra in 2019

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 21:35 IST

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) [India] June 4 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that after coming to power in 2019 elections, the party will make sure that Andhra Pradesh gets special status as promised by former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

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Himachal Police organizes dog show to generate interest among citizens

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 21:30 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh Police recently organised a dog show to generate interest among the citizens and to draw their attention during the summer festival here.

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J-K: NIA conducts fresh searches at seven more locations

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 21:30 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 4 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted fresh searches today at seven more locations belonging to secessionist and separatist elements, traders and hawala operators suspected of terror funding in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Champions Trophy: Batters wreak havoc as India set 324-run target for Pak

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 20:39 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 4 (ANI): Defending champions India came out with a spectacular batting performance as they posted a massive target of 324 runs in a high-octane Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here on Sunday.

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Uttarakhand's unique cleanliness campaign is really an inspiration

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 20:23 IST

Haldwani (Uttarakhand) [India], June 4 (ANI): In an effort to make the city free from open defecation, Haldwani Municipal Corporation is sticking posters related to cleanliness campaign on the E-rickshaw of the city.

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Network woes! Meghwal climbs ladder to speak on phone

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 20:05 IST

Bikaner (Rajasthan) [India] June 4 (ANI): On one hand, 'Digital India' is being emphasized and on the other facilities like electricity, mobile network are not available in villages across the country.

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Nadal romps into 11th French Open quarters

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:55 IST

Paris [France], June 4 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal displayed a commanding performance as he thrashed his fellow countryman Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain in straight sets to book his place in the quarter-finals of the French Open here on Sunday.

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BEL team demonstrates EVMs working in Botswana

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:53 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) three-member team successfully conducted demonstrations of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) in Botswana.

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NH 74 scam: U'khand Police arrests official, recovers gold

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:41 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Uttarakhand Police on Sunday arrested an official of former Jaspur Sub-Divisional Magistrate and recovered gold, silver jewellery, bank passbooks, credit cards and files in connection with the NH-74 scam.

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ISIS radicalizing Muslim youth in Europe to take over West: Defence Experts

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The Defence Experts on Sunday condemned the recent terror attack in London that claimed seven lives and said that the Islamic States of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) is radicalizing the migrant Muslim youth settled in Europe very fast to carry out their plan to take over West.

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Hyderabad: People form human chain to protect KBR National Park

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:37 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 4 (ANI): The people of Hyderabad on Sunday took to road to celebrate World Environment Day in a unique manner and sent a strong message to the Telangana Government.

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Trump calls for ending political correctness post London terror attack

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has called for ending political correctness in wake of London terror attack that left seven persons dead and said that the world must get down to the business of security for the people.

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Assam: Four villages affected due to rise in water level

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 19:17 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 4 (ANI): At least four villages have been affected due to the continuous increase in the level of water in various rivers of Assam, including the Brahmaputra River.

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MP farmers end strike post talks with CM Chouhan

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:34 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh farmers on Sunday ended their strike after talks with Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan are successful.

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Bihar: Denied mortuary van, man carries wife's dead body on motorcycle

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:28 IST

Purnia (Bihar) [India] June 4 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a man in Bihar's Purnia district carried his wife's dead body on a motorcycle to reach his home for her last rites as he was denied a mortuary van at a government hospital.

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London attack: ICC assures security, safety in Champions Trophy

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:21 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 4 (ANI): In the wake of the recent terror attacks that took place in London in England, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday assured that it will continue to look into the safety and security of all the teams participating in the ongoing Champions Trophy as well as in the upcoming Women's World Cup.

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Police arrests 12 in connection with London terror attack

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:21 IST

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): The British Police have confirmed of arresting 12 persons in connection with the terror attacks at London Bridge and nearby areas that killed seven people and injured dozens others.

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'Connecting People To Nature' is this year's World Environment Day theme

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): World Environment Day on June 5 is a collective call for preserving and conserving nature and environment. The day reminds us of our responsibility towards sustainable use of resources. It is celebrated every year to raise global awareness for taking positive environmental action.

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Assam's Sankardev Kalakshetra museum displays rich culture of north-east

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:12 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 4 (ANI): Named after the great unifier of Assam and one of the greatest integrators of the Indian society of the fifteenth century, Srimanta Sankaradeva, Sankardev Kalakshetra is an Assamese cultural museum in the Panjabari area of Assam's Guwahati displaying rich culture of north-east.

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Delhi: CISF apprehends two passengers with foreign currency

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 18:03 IST

New Delhi [India] June 4 (ANI): The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has apprehended two passengers with huge foreign currency.

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Electoral process to elect new Nepal PM halted

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 17:49 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 4 (ANI): The electoral process to elect new Nepal Prime Minister has been halted in Nepal due to the disruption by opposition Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) in Parliament over the vote count in Bharatpur.

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WB: BSF seizes Rs. four lakh fake Indian currency

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 17:40 IST

Malda (West Bengal) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) yesterday seized Rs.4, 98,000 Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) of Rs. 2,000 denomination from Border out Post (BOP) 24 Battalion (Bn).

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Praneeth overcomes Christie challenge to win Thailand Open

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 17:18 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 4 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler B. Sai Praneeth produced a spirited performance as he bounced back from a game down against fourth-seed Jonathan Christie of Indonesia to clinch Thailand Open title here on Sunda

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Punjab Police busts ISYF terror module, three militants nabbed

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 17:10 IST

Chandigarh, (Punjab) [India] June 4 (ANI): In yet another major breakthrough, the Punjab Police has arrested three terrorists and busted a terror module directly linked with Pakistan's ISI-backed banned terror outfit, International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF).

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Warner reiterates Ashes warning to CA amid pay dispute

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 17:03 IST

London [U.K], June 4 (ANI): Australia vice-captain David Warner has reiterated that the players are ready to forego this summer's Ashes series if they are pushed out of contract after June 30 - the date of expiry of the MoU between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Australian Cricketers Association (ACA).

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TDP workers protest against Rahul Gandhi's Guntur visit

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:47 IST

Krishna (Andhra Pradesh) [India] June 4 (ANI): The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) workers on Sunday protested against Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi at Gannavaram airport in Andhra Pradesh's Krishna district.

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India, Norway should work towards strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism: Centre

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The Centre has said that both India and Norway should work towards strengthening cooperation in areas such as, combating international terrorism, maritime cooperation, climate change, renewable energy, waste management, fisheries, agriculture, exchange of technology on horticulture and organic farming etc.

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WB: SSB apprehends two with Rhino horn

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:43 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], June 4 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on Sunday apprehended two persons for illegal smuggling of Rhino horn, Tokay gecko and Reindeer horn from India to China.

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UP cop arrested for molesting two sisters

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:43 IST

Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): The policeman in Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri was on Sunday arrested after the video of him, allegedly molesting two sisters, seeking to register a complaint, went viral.

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Defence Expert says no conclusion can be drawn from Chinese airspace violation

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India] June 4 (ANI): The Defence Expert on Sunday said that no serious conclusions can be carried out from the recent Chinese airspace violation in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district.

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Rahul Gandhi suffering from PM Modi phobia: BJP

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday lashed out at Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for his remark on the situation in Kashmir and said that the former is suffering from Prime Minister Narendra Modi phobia a

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India believes in 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas' on international level: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:35 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia] June 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India wants to carry along everyone with development, adding that the nation believes in 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas' not only at domestic level but also at international level.

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Too much tolerance of extremism in UK: Theresa May

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 16:28 IST

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): Condemning the brutal attacks at the London Bridge and nearby areas that killed seven people and injured dozens others, British Prime Minister Theresa May has said that there is "far too much tolerance of extremism in our country".

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Champions Trophy: Finn replaces injured Woakes

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 15:58 IST

London [U.K], June 4 (ANI): Fast bowler Steven Finn has been named as a replacement for injured Chris Woakes in the England squad for the rest of the ongoing Champions Trophy.

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J-K: Army Chief pays homage to slain soldiers

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 15:55 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 4 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Sunday paid homage to the two soldiers who lost their lives in an attack by terrorists in Qazigund district of Jammu and Kashmir yesterday.

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Assam CM inaugurates MODI fest in Tripura

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 15:51 IST

Shantir Bazar (South Tripura) [India], June 4 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated a three-day MODI (Making of Developed India) festival at Shantir Bazar in southern Tripura in Left-ruled Tripura to mark the completion of three years' of the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre.

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Naxalite killed in cross firing in Chhattisgarh

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 15:32 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 4 (ANI): A naxalite was neutralised in an encounter with the security forces near Chhattisgarh's Surakheda village on Sunday.

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BJP befooling Arunachal residents on cow slaughter ban: APCC

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:57 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 4 |(ANI): The notification for banning the sale of cows for slaughter under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Regulation of Livestock Markets) Rules, 2017 by Union Environment Ministry has caught BJP leaders here off guard.

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Champions Trophy: Pakistan win toss, ask India to bat

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:56 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 4 (ANI): Pakistan won the toss and asked India to bat first as the two arch-rivals head into the much-awaited, high-octane Champions Trophy clash at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here on Sunday.

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Pak calls on Afghanistan to stop blame-game over terror attacks

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:53 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 04 (ANI): Pakistan's Ambassador to United Nations, Maleeha Lodhi has urged Afghanistan to stop blaming Pakistan for terror attacks on its soil and instead focus its attention to overcome the deteriorating security situation in the country.

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Italy: At least 1,000 injured in Turin stampede

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:46 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 4 (ANI): At least 1,000 people were injured, as a panicked crowd stormed through downtown Turin that had gathered at Piazza San Carlo to watch the Champions League final against Real Madrid.

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NIA raids: Pakistani currency recovered from Separatists' locations

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:40 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 4 (ANI): In continuation of yesterday's searches by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) at multiple locations here and in Haryana with regard to terror funding by Pakistan, the probe agency today took up fresh searches at five more locations.

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Here's how Sridevi prepared for 'Mom'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:40 IST

Mumbai [India], June 4 (ANI): To prepare for her upcoming movie 'Mom,' Sridevi did not talk to her husband Boney Kapoor for three-long-months.

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Won't allow RSS ideology to invade India: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:40 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 04, (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Sunday cornered the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) while reiterating that the Opposition stands united and would fight together against their 'one idea' policy.

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Chennai: Rahul Gandhi meets Karunanidhi, praises the 'voice of Tamil Nadu'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:26 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 4 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi met Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo M. Karunanidhi here to greet him on his 94th birthday.

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Vadodara: Cricket tournament presents 'cow' instead of trophy!

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:26 IST

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], June 4 (ANI): In an unusual cricket tournament organised by Rabari community in Vadodara, Gujarat the winning team was awarded a much important prize than a trophy.a cow!

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Del Petro hails `smart` Murray, says he is `real No. 1`

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 4 (ANI): Juan Martin del Potro, who crashed out of the French Open after suffering a straight-sets loss against Andy Murray, has hailed the Scot, saying the world number one played like a "real No. 1".

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No compromise on safeguarding nation's security: Centre on NIA raid

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 04, (ANI): The Centre on Sunday said the raids conducted by the National Investigation Agency against Separatist leaders is the outcome of the strong will of the people of the Valley who do not want to he held back by influential forces, adding that there is no compromise as far as safeguarding the security of the nation is concerned.

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Cattle ban not meant to influence 'food habits': Centre

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Reiterating the Government's stand of its order on ban on sale of cattle for slaughter, Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Harshvardhan on Sunday said the rules have not been formed to change or control anybody's food habits, nor will it affect the slaughter business.

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World leaders condemn London attacks

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 13:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 04 (ANI): World leaders are offering condolences and extending their support in the global fight against terrorism, following the terror attacks in London that killed six people and injured dozens others.

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De Villiers hails 'amazing' Amla post win over Sri Lanka

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 13:12 IST

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): South Africa skipper AB de Villiers has hailed the "amazing" Hashim Amla after the Proteas opener set yet another batting record by becoming the fastest player in history to reach 25 ODI hundreds.

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Srinagar: Army pays tribute, bids farewell to Qazigund heroes

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 13:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 4 (ANI): Indian Army on Sunday paid a fitting tribute to two of its comrades, who lost their lives in an attack by terrorists in Qazigund district of Jammu and Kashmir yesterday

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Pakistan working to stay off list of 'terror-friendly nations': Report

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 13:12 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 04 (ANI): Pakistan has frozen the accounts of 5,000 suspected militants, taking about USD 3 million out of their pockets, in a bid to avoid scrutiny at a crucial June meeting of an international watchdog that tracks terror financing.

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India vs Pakistan: BSF jawans send best wishes to Kohli & Co.

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 13:01 IST

Jammu (J-K) [India], June 4 (ANI): As the Indian cricket team gears up to take on Pakistan in the Champions Trophy clash in England, Border Security Force (BSF) jawans in Jammu have extended their best wishes to Team India and exuded confidence that Virat Kohli & Co. will emerge out as victorious in the much-anticipated, high octane encounter.

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Warned Jaitley against Centre 'setting Kashmir on fire': Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:46 IST

Chennai [India], June. 4 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Sunday stated that he was brushed off by Defence Minister Arun Jaitley months ago, when he had warned him that the Centre is heading towards 'setting Kashmir on fire'.

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India vs Pakistan: Fans perform special prayers, 'havan' for India's victory

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:45 IST

Varanasi/Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): Special prayers are being offered in Varanasi and Gorakhpur ahead of the much anticipated India-Pakistan Champions Trophy clash to be played today at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham.

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Here's why Sridevi is much ahead of hubby Boney Kapoor

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:45 IST

Mumbai [India], June 4 (ANI): He is a famous producer and she is the 'Chandni' of Bollywood; together, they make a power-couple. They are Boney Kapoor and Sridevi.

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When it comes to marijuana as stress buster, less is more

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): A recent study has confirmed that small doses of medical marijuana do help relieve stress, but taking more can have an opposite effect.

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Run your way to healthy hip, knee joints

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): You may want to take up recreational running as a recent study has suggested that it can help keep knee and hip osteoarthritis at bay.

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UP cop caught-on-cam 'molesting' two sisters

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:24 IST

Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): What do you do when something goes against law? Clearly go to a police station. But, what would you do if men in uniform turn into the perpetrators themselves?

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Congress shrugs off Rajnath's 'permanent Kashmir solution' promise

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Downplaying Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh's 'permanent solution to Kashmir' remark, Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Sunday said there is little hope in this regard seeing the Government's inaction in the past three years.

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PeeCee's 'perfect New York afternoon' with Nicole Kidman, Kendall Jenner

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra's every move in the West grabs the eyeballs world-wide.

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Srinagar: NIA raids against Hurriyat leaders enters Day 2

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 04,(ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) continued to carry out raids against Hurriyat leaders in Srinagar and Jammu today.

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For some UTIs, antibiotic risks outweigh benefits

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Antibiotics may not be the appropriate treatment for some urinary tract infections or UTIs, a recent study has suggested.

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Specific long-term therapy may not save older women from fractures

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 12:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Older women may want to rethink about getting a specific long-term therapy as according to a recent study, it may not prevent fractures.

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Beating Pakistan similar to washing off your sins in Holy Ganga: Sidhu

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:48 IST

Amritsar (Punjab) [India], June 4 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer and Punjab Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu on Sunday wished Team India before the much anticipated Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan, saying defeating the arch-rivals will be a great honour and it would be like taking a dip in the Holy Ganga River.

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Patients nearing death don't mind 'deprescrition' of statins

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Patients nearing the end of their lives because of a "life-limiting illness," such as cancer or heart disease, may not feel medically abandoned if their doctor wants to take them off the cholesterol-lowering statins, according to a recent study.

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'Raajneeti' completes 7 powerful years

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): It's been seven years since Prakash Jha directed the political thriller-crime drama 'Rajneeti.'

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Surat: ATS detains man on suspicion of having ISI links

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 04,(ANI): A Surat resident was held by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) last night on suspicion of having connection with two ISI suspects who were arrested by Uttar Pradesh ATS from Mumbai in May.

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Is your bed partner keeping your insomnia going?

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Turns out, bed partners may unintentionally contribute to the perpetuation of insomnia.

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Pananmagate: SC dismisses charges against JIT members

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:39 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 04 (ANI): The Pakistan's Supreme Court on Saturday dismissed the petition filed by Hussain Nawaz seeking the replacement of two members of Joint Investigation Team, Bila Rasool and Ahmer Aziz to probe into the Panama papers

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Google Doodle caricatures actress Nutan on her 81st birth anniversary

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Google India has today dedicated its doodle to one of the most celebrates actress of Indian cinema, Nutan, to mark her 81st birth anniversary.

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Now, a disposable, wearable patch to detect sleep apnea

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Could your breathing problems during ZZZs be sleep apnoea? Now, finding out may not involve an overnight stay in a sleep lab.

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Balochistan: 'Stylish' beards banned in Kharan district for being 'un-Islamic'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 11:03 IST

Quetta (Balochistan) [Pakistan], June 04 (ANI): In a bizarre move, authorities in Balochistan's Kharan district have prohibited 'stylish' beards in a recent order warning barbers of a heavy fine.

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Is your sleep apnea putting your baby at risk?

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 4 (ANI): Babies born to mothers with sleep apnea have a higher risk of congenital anomalies and are likelier to need resuscitation at birth, according to a recent study.

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We are confident but not over confident, stresses Lyngdoh

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:56 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI): The National Team camp was back to its full strength with players from JSW Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan having joined the Camp in Mumbai after finishing their respective AFC Cup club commitments.

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IAS officer Anurag Tiwari was 'unsatisfied working in Bengaluru'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 04,(ANI): The Special Investigation Team (SIT), that returned to Lucknow after completing the probe in the Anurag Tiwari death case from Bengaluru, has revealed that the late IAS officer was not satisfied with his work.

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#SofaForLondon: Locals open their homes for stranded victims

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:32 IST

London [UK], June 04 (ANI): Londoners were quick to offer assistance to those left stranded after the deadly terror attacks at the London Bridge and Borough Market, as they opened their doors to those affected in the capital post the attack by sharing offers on social media with the hashtag #SofaForLondon.

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Lucknow: BBAU professor lands in soup over 'unaccounted money'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:32 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 4 (ANI): A professor from Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) and his assistant have been sent to 14-day judicial custody for demanding Rs. 50,000 in the name of getting a contract renewed.

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Praneeth to take on Christie in Thailand Open final

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:15 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 4 (ANI): Indian shuttler B Sai Praneeth will face fourth seeded Jonathan Christie in the summit clash of the Thailand Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament on Sunday.

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Countdown for launch of GSLV MARK III begins today

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 10:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 4 (ANI): The first ever developmental flight of the launch vehicle GSLV Mark III D-1 (GSLV Mk III D-1) will be held tomorrow by the Indian Space Research Organisation, ISRO, and the 25-and-a-half hour countdown for the epoch making launch will begin at 3.58 pm today at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikotta.

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It`s India vs Pakistan!

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 09:48 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 4 (ANI): Cricket fans, not only in India and Pakistan, but across the globe would be having their eyes glued on television sets when the greatest cricket rivalry once again rejuvenates in what could be expected as a high voltage game in the Champions Trophy at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground today.

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PM Modi expresses shock, anguish over London terror attacks

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 09:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Shocked over the deadly London terror attacks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condemned the deadly incident, while extending his condolences to the bereaved families.

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London terror attacks: 9 killed including 3 attackers

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 09:20 IST

London [UK], June 04 (ANI): Met Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley has confirmed that six people have been killed in the attack on London Bridge and Borough Market.

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Pak-based JSMM tells ICJ 'Kulbhushan plan was hatched to sabotage India'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 08:56 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 04 (ANI): The Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) has written a strongly-worded letter to several human rights' organisations including the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Amnesty International, confirming of intelligence that the Kulbhushan Jadhav case plan was hatched by Pakistan to sabotage the Indian projects of developing Chabahar and building and economic corridor to Afghanistan and other central Asian countries.

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More Leftist violence, more the Lotus will bloom in Kerala: Amit Shah

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 08:56 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], June 4 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on the Communist Party of India (Marxist)-led state government for the alleged attacks on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Kerala, party president Amit Shah on Sunday said the more leftist violence is unleashed upon the saffron party workers in the state, the more the Lotus will blossom here.

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Uttarakhand: Chinese chopper violates Indian airspace

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 08:33 IST

Chamoli (Uttarakhand) [India], June 4 (ANI): A suspected Chinese helicopter was sighted flying above Indian territory in Chamoli district, close to Sino-India border.

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Champions Trophy: Fans await Kohli's surgical strike on Pak

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 08:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): With India and Pakistan all set to take on each other in the much awaited match today at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground here, fans of the men in blue in Delhi and Punjab cannot wait for the battle to start and watch their team crush the arch-rivals.

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Trump's tweets on London terror attacks draw criticism

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 07:20 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump's tweets on the co-ordinated terror attacks across London drew sharp criticism across the social media as he used the incident to seek the help of courts to support his agenda of travel ban.

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London terror attacks: Theresa May to chair Cobra meet

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 07:20 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May will convene an emergency security Cabinet meet known as Cabinet Office Briefing Room (Cobra) after terror attacks took place at the London Bridge and the Borough Market, where several people were injured. The top-level security briefing invloves a discussion across departments which is designed to respond to national emergencies.

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India committed to Paris agreement: Harsh Vardhan

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 07:20 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 4 (ANI): Reacting on reports of United States President Donald Trump pulling out of the Paris climate accord, Union Environment Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan said that India is committed towards its responsibilities related with environment.

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BJP Govt. sincere about preventing Bangladeshi infiltration: Sonowal

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 06:35 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 4 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Government is sincere about preventing infiltration of Bangladeshis into Assam.

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Congress dubs booklet gaffe as 'clerical mistake'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 06:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Commenting on the faux pas of releasing a booklet with Jammu and Kashmir shown as Indian occupied Kashmir, the Congress party on Sunday said it was 'a clerical mistake.'

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Congress booklet row: BJP demands Sonia's apology

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 06:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday demanded an apology from Congress president Sonia Gandhi on yesterday's release of a booklet with Jammu and Kashmir shown as Indian occupied Kashmir.

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Attack on Army convoy result of India's changing policy: Defence expert

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 06:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Defence expert P.K. Sehgal on Sunday said that the attack on the Army convoy in Jammu was an outcome of the 'anxious' terrorists from the Valley being rattled by India's change in policies at the border and otherwise.

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Army convoy attacked: Congress urges Centre to negotiate with Pak

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Condemning the attack on the army convoy in Qazigund area of Anantnag district, the Congress party on Sunday urged the Central Government to not make frivolous comments on the backdrop of such unfortunate incidents and negotiate with Pakistan in the regard.

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Attacks at London Bridge, Borough Market confirmed as 'terrorist incidents'

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:59 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): The U.K. Metropolitan Police have declared the attacks at the London Bridge and the Borough Market as "terrorist incidents."

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Important to choke J-K terror funding: Cong., BJP hail NIA raids

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Asserting that searches conducted by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) officials at the residences and offices of the separatist leaders was a much-needed endeavour, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress said that breaking the financial backbone of the separatists was very important to restore peace in the Valley.

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U.K. Police responding to three 'major' incidents across London

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:30 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): Minutes after a van mowed down a number of pedestrians on the London Bridge, injuring several, it was reported that two other simultaneous terror attacks took place at the Borough Market and Vauxhall here.

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Theresa May approval rating sinks as U.K. election race tightens

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:30 IST

London[U.K.], June 4 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May's approval ratings have shrunk to six points in the latest opinium poll ahead of the final week of campaigning.

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BRICS Media Forum to be held in Beijing next week

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 05:30 IST

Beijing [China], June 4 (ANI): The BRICS Media Forum will be held in Beijing from June 7 to 8 and will be attended by the leaders of 25 media groups from Brazil, India, China and South Africa.

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Van hits pedestrians on London Bridge, several injured

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 04:11 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): A van mowed down a number of pedestrians on the London Bridge, injuring several.

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Netaji's kin demands SIT to unravel mystery behind his death

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 04:07 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), June 4 (ANI): Grandnephew of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Bengal BJP?vice-president Chandra Kumar Bose has urged the Central Government to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to unravel the mystery behind the freedom fighter's demise.

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Coast Guard Karnataka rescues four personnel

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 04:06 IST

Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 4 (ANI): Coast Guard Karnataka rescued four personnel from Dredger Ibis, which was reported to be in distress 4 km south of Old Port Mangalore, off Kotepura.

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Indian Men's Hockey team settle for 2-2 draw against Germany

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 03:11 IST

Dusseldorf [Germany], June 4 (ANI): India settled for a 2-2 draw against Germany in a high voltage encounter on Saturday here at the 3 Nations Invitational Tournament. Mandeep Singh and Sardar Singh scored for India, while Niklas Wellen scored Germany's first goal and Tobias Hauke scored the equaliser.

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Lanka's stand-in captain Tharanga suspended for two matches

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 02:44 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): Sri Lanka's stand-in captain Upul Tharanga has been suspended for the next two matches of his team in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy because of an over-rate offence in the first Group B encounter of the tournament played at the Kennington Oval here on Saturday.

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NTPC installs Electric Vehicle charging stations in Delhi, Noida

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 02:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) has facilitated the installation of charging stations for electric vehicles at Delhi and Noida, and will soon expand this to other location across the NCR region.

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Army Chief Bipin Rawat reviews security in LoC

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 02:07 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 4 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat on Saturday visited northern Kashmir where he was briefed on the security and logistical preparedness of the security forces along the Line of Control (LoC).

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France scoffs at U.S., modifies White House climate video

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 02:06 IST

New York [U.S.A.], June 4 (ANI): The newly-elected French President Emmanuel Macron's administration took a jibe at President Donald Trump's decision to pull the United States out of the Paris climate accord by releasing a modified version of a White House video.

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Taliban denies role in Kabul's suicide bombings

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 01:50 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 4 (ANI): The Taliban has rejected any role in the three consecutive explosions in Kabul, in which as many as 20 people were killed and 87 injured on Saturday afternoon during the funeral ceremony of Mohammad Salim Izadyar, the son of the deputy speaker of the Afghan Senate House.

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ICC Champions Trophy: Tahir spins Proteas to win over Lanka

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 01:15 IST

London [U.K.], June 4 (ANI): Leg-spinner Imran Tahir produced a match-winning performance to help South Africa rout Sri Lanka by a massive margin of 96 runs in the first Group B encounter of the ICC Champions Trophy played at the Kennington Oval here on Saturday.

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Mild tremor hits Maharashtra's Koyna region

Updated: Jun 04, 2017 00:52 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI): People in Maharashtra were rattled by a 4.8 magnitude earthquake on late Saturday night.

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Congress booklet labels Kashmir as `Indian occupied Kashmir`; calls it printing error

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 23:46 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): A booklet depicting the failures of three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government may land the Congress party in a controversy as it has described Jammu and Kashmir State as 'Indian Occupied Kashmir'.

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Won't let RSS, BJP impose ' one idea' in country: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 23:39 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 3 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) won't be allowed to impose only one idea in the country.

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Hurriyat criticises Modi government over NIA 'crackdown'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 22:51 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 3 (ANI): The Hurriyat on Saturday criticised Narendra Modi led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government over the National Investigation Agency (NIA) crackdown against its leaders.

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Mitra suggests delaying GST rollout, says GSTN's preparedness 'alarming'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 21:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): West Bengal Finance Minister Amit Mitra on Saturday said the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) can be delayed by a few days, owing to the unsatisfactory preparedness of the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN).

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Bhanwari Devi case: Accused Indra Bishnoi sent to seven-day CBI custody

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 20:34 IST

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 3 (ANI): Indra Bishnoi, one of the accused in Rajasthan's Bhanwari Devi murder, on Saturday was remanded to a seven-day Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody.

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PM Modi departs for India after four-nation tour

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 20:08 IST

Paris [India], June 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday departed for India from Orly Airport in Paris after concluding his four-nation tour of Germany, Spain, Russia and France.

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Jaitley confident of clearing 'GST hurdles' by July 1

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday expressed his confidence for the July 1 rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and said that deliberations regarding the pending items and agenda will be taken up during the GST Council's 16th meeting on June 11.

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India, France vow to fight climate change, terrorism jointly

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:52 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): India and France on Saturday pledged to fight climate change and terrorism jointly as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi termed them as two big threats to humanity.

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PM Modi concludes four-nation visit, heads home

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:47 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a six-day four nation tour of Europe this evening and was on his way home after vigorously taking India's bilateral ties with Germany, Spain, Russia and France to the next level.

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Activities hampering peace in J-K will be dealt firmly, assures Nirmal Singh

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:34 IST

Jammu (J-K) [India] June 3 (ANI): Following the National Investigation Agency (NIA) launching a massive crackdown on Separatists over terror funding in the Valley, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Saturday asserted that central government will be firmly dealing with the activities hampering peace in the Valley.

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Modern hospital in Naxal-hit Bastar to be boon for security forces

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:21 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 3 (ANI): A state-of-the-art hospital has been constructed and opened in Jagdalpur area of Naxal-hit Bastar district in Chhattisgarh.

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French President to visit India by year end

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:21 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday said that he would be visiting India by end of the year and will convene a meeting of the International Solar Alliance.

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Champions Trophy: No Kohli-Junaid battle in Birmingham

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:09 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Fans across both India and Pakistan would not be able to enjoy a small yet intriguing battle between Virat Kohli and Junaid Khan as the left-arm pacer has not been included in the 12-men Pakistan squad for the high-octane Champions trophy clash to be played at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground on Sunday.

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Police bust gambling racket in Delhi, arrest three

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The police have busted a gambling racket in Delhi's Garhi area.

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There are no problems between me and coach Kumble, says Kohli

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 19:04 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 3 (ANI): India skipper Virat Kohli on Saturday rejected the reports of him having rift with head coach Anil Kumble, saying they are mere speculations which have been created by the people ahead of the team's much anticipated high octane opening match of the Champions Trophy against Pakistan to be played at Edgbaston Cricket Ground on Sunday.

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Top woman Maoist surrenders in Visakhapatnam

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:57 IST

Vizag (Andhra Pradesh) [India] June 3 (ANI): A woman Maoist and three Maoist supporters surrendered in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

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CPI (M), NCP interested in understanding voting process, says EC

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) only wanted to understand the voting process, said Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Nasim Zaidi on Saturday.

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Centre extends Attorney General Rohatgi's term

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Appointments Committee of the Union Cabinet on Saturday extended the terms of Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi, Solicitor General Ranjit Kumar and Additional Solicitor Generals (ASGs).

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Gold prices set to increase under GST

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): With the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1, gold prices are set to surge, as the Council on Saturday finalised a three percent tax on the same.

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Terrorists kill two Army personnel in Kashmir

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:44 IST

Qazigund (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): At least two Army personnel were killed and four injured in attack by terrorists on Army convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Qazigund district on Saturday.

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Champions Trophy: India will be under pressure, not Pakistan, claims Sarfraz

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:36 IST

Birmingham [UK], June 3 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has claimed that India, who are being termed as the clear favourites for the high octane Champions Trophy clash to be played at Edgbaston on Sunday, will be under pressure and not Pakistan.

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GST Council finalises tax rates for five commodities

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council on Saturday finalised the tax rates on five out of the six commodities that were excluded in the previous meeting.

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CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati eyes putting 'modernised' Prasar Bharati back on world's map

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:17 IST

Bengaluru [India], June. 3 (ANI): Shashi Shekhar Vempati, who is set to take charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of public broadcaster Prasar Bharati, admitted to a trust deficit over the years which has pulled back the organisation, adding that his mission is to gain that trust in order to become the 'world's best broadcaster'.

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Three security personnel injured in IED blast in Manipur

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:05 IST

Khudengthabi (Manipur) [India], June 3 (ANI): At least three security personnel were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast near Khudengthabi along the National Highway 102 today.

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'Separatists will be taught 'real' meaning of Azadi'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India] June 3 (ANI): Minister of State Home Hansraj Ahir on Saturday said that the action against the separatism in Kashmir won't stop till the separatists are taught real meaning of 'Azadi'.

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Serial blasts kill 18 in Kabul

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 18:04 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 3 (ANI): At least 18 persons were killed and 30 others wounded in in three serial blasts that ripped through a Khair Khana cemetery in Kabul during the funeral of Senator Ezadyar's son on Saturday.

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CBSE 10th result: Delhi sees fall in pass percentage while Chennai tops the list

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India] June 3 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Saturday declared the CBSE Class 10th result for Allahabad, Chennai, Delhi, Dehradun and Trivandrum Region.

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'Munna Michael' will be high on fashion quotient: Designer Sonaakshi Raaj

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Young designer Sonaakshi Raaj, who is the stylist in Tiger Shroff-starrer upcoming film 'Munna Michael', promises that besides action the Sabbir Khan's directorial will also be high on fashion and style quotient.

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Nawaz Sharif's elder son appears before JIT for fourth time in Panama case

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 17:11 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 3 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's elder son, Hussain Nawaz, on Saturday appeared before the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing the Panama Papers case for the fourth time.

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Hyderabad Police apprehend five people with demonetised currency

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 17:11 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 3 (ANI): The Hyderabad Police Task Force team on Saturday nabbed two gangs of five people, who possessed demonetised Indian currency notes of Rs. 1000 and Rs. 500 denominations illegally.

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PM Modi visit to Russia: Bilateral bonhomie reiterated through significant takeaways

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 17:06 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will return home later tonight after undertaking a hectic almost week-long visit to four European countries - Germany, Spain, Russia and France.

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Saina crashes out, S Praneeth enters final of Thailand Open

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:54 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 3 (ANI): Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal crashed out of the Thailand Open after suffering a straight-sets defeat against local girl Busanan Ongbumrungpan in the semi-final clash here on Saturday.

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2013 Kedarnath tragedy: Uttarakhand CM inaugurates Patanjali Sevashram for affected children

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:54 IST

Devprayag (Uttarakhand) [India], June 3 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister (CM) Trivendra Singh Rawat and Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Saturday inaugurated Patanjali Sevashram and Sanskrit Gurukulam in Uttarakhand's Devprayag for the children affected due to the 2013 Kedarnath tragedy.

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The Great Barrier Reef is in its last stage, claims study

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:31 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Last summer, the record high temperatures around the Great Barrier Reef led much of the coral getting bleached, overcooked, diseased and dying off.

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Rahul greets Karunanidhi on his 94th birthday

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:20 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 3 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday greeted Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo M. Karunanidhi on his 94th birthday.

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Bhanwari Devi murder: Mastermind nabbed from MP after six-years

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:19 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 3 (ANI): After four-months of sustained tracking, the Rajasthan Police has arrested Indira Bishnoi, the alleged mastermind in the 2011 Bhanwari Devi abduction-murder case from Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district.

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Dinakaran lands in Chennai after bail, gets hero's welcome

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:14 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 3 (ANI): T.T.V. Dinakaran returned home in Adyar after being granted bail by a Delhi court in the Election Commission (EC) bribery case.

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PM Modi meets French President Macron at Elysee Palace

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 16:10 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron at Elysee Palace in Paris.

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Watch! `MOM`s trailer will leave you intrigued

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): With 'MOM', veteran star Sridevi is returning to Bollywood after a gap of five years and the recently released intriguing trailer proves it will be quite a comeback.

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S. Praneeth cruises into Thailand Open final

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:44 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 3 (ANI): Indian shuttler B Sai Praneeth booked his place in the finals of the men's singles event of the Thailand Open after registering a straight-sets defeat against local player Pannawit Thongnuam on Saturday.

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Kendall Jenner slams Caitlyn's new 'insane' tell-all

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 3 (ANI): Kendall Jenner is certainly not happy with Caitlyn Jenner's new memoir, 'The Secrets of My Life.'

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BJP MP Priyanka Rawat seen tossing plastic bottle into river

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:26 IST

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Priyanka Singh Rawat, who along with Uttar Pradesh's Water Resources Minister Dharampal Singh and other officials was on an inspection of an embankment, was seen flinging a plastic water bottle into the river Saryu in Gonda.

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India will end Pak-sponsored terrorism in Kashmir: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Amid the ongoing turmoil in the Kashmir Valley and terror funding to Pakistan, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that the situation in Kashmir has seen a lot of improvement and assured that the government will get it under control.

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'Internal fight' within Washington damaged US-Russia ties: Russian envoy

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:10 IST

New York [USA], June 03 (ANI): Russian Ambassador to the United States, Sergey Kislyak, has said that ties between the two countries were held hostage to political infighting in Washington, however, adding there was hope for improvement.

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Whatever the weather, don't forget to apply sunscreen!

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:09 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): One beauty-related query that pops up in everyone's mind quite often is if sunscreen should be applied all year-round.

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'Inefficient' Pakistan cannot harm Kashmir: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday blatantly called out the 'bad governance' of Pakistan, and held it incapable of governing its occupied parts such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh.

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Indian wild card Nitin wins Asian Junior Tennis Championship boys singles title

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 15:00 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): Indian wild card Nitin Kumar Sinha on Saturday defeated Malaysian player Christian Didier Chin to win the boys singles title of HCL Asian Junior Tennis Championship.

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NIA-Separatist raids: LeT, Hizbul letterheads, incriminating documents seized

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): At least Rs. 1.5 crore cash, and incriminating documents were seized during the ongoing National Intelligence Agency (NIA) raids conducted in Kashmir, Delhi and Haryana at locations related to Separatist leaders.

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Will.i.am clarifies Black Eyed Peas is still Fergalicious

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 3 (ANI): Quashing a recent report about Fergie's status with the Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am has clarified that she is still very much a member of the band.

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Lucknow: UP minister's guard carries gun during MRI scan, ruins machine

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:49 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): In a bizarre incident, Uttar Pradesh Textile minister Satyadev Pachauri's security guard tried to get a Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan with his weapon still on him. The result was hysterical yet serious.

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Mumbai: Section 144 imposed to maintain law and order

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) Virendra Mishra on Saturday announced that Section 144 will be imposed in the Mumbai city to maintain law and order situation in the city.

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Champions Trophy: Lanka opt to field against Proteas

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:47 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to field against South Africa in their first Group B encounter of the Champions Trophy here at the Kennington Oval, London on Saturday.

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Roads in Hyderabad get repaired prior to Monsoon

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:47 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 3 (ANI): As monsoons are round the corner, Hyderabad's roads are getting repaired to do away with potholes and water logging.

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Illegal transfers: Army Officer, middleman sent to CBI custody

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Lt. Col. Ranganathan Subramanian and middleman Gaurav Kohli, who were arrested by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for an alleged 'transfer posting racket' functioning in the Indian Army, were sent to CBI remand till Monday after the investigating agency had sought custody to interrogate the accused.

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Champions Trophy: Butt wants Pak players to enjoy `pressure game` against India

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 3 (ANI): Pakistan's disgraced former captain Salman Butt wants the Sarfraz Ahmed-led side to enjoy the high octane Champions Trophy encounter against India and not to take any pressure when the two arch-rivals meet on Sunday at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham.

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Ariana Grande surprises Manchester victims with a hospital visit

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 3 (ANI): Ariana Grande, whose May 22 concert at Manchester Arena ended in horror, is lending her heart to fans in need.

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Pak elected chair of WHO Executive Board

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 3 (ANI): Pakistan has been elected chair of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Executive Board in Geneva, with Director General Health Dr Asad Hafeez formally assuming office as chairman of the board.

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Lesbian, bisexual attraction stems from male desire: Controversial report

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): In an attempt to reveal the origins of lesbianism, a new study claims that same-sex relationships in women only exist because it turns men on.

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Security has improved across the nation under PM Modi's leadership: Rajnath Singh

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday addressed the media on the completion of three years of the Narendra Modi-led central government in Delhi.

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Massive explosion leaves 35 injured in Southern Iran

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

Tehran [Iran], June 03 (ANI): A huge explosion at a hypermarket in Iran's southern city of Shiraz wounded at least 35 people on Friday night.

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Shimla food festival draws tourists & locals alike

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 13:49 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): A ten-day food festival is being celebrated in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla and is drawing attention of both locals and the tourists.

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NIA raiding separatists exhibits PM Modi`s "zero tolerance" of terrorism: BJP

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:57 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 3 (ANI): After the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids across Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi over alleged sources of terror funding to Kashmiri separatist leaders, The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday said these raids showcased Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "zero tolerance" towards terrorism.

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It's out! 1st look of `That's So Raven` spin-off ` Raven's Home`

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): That's right, 'That's So Raven' fans, brace yourselves!

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FEMA case: ED issues notice to Separatist Shabir Shah

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday issued a notice to separatist leader Shabir Shah under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) act for receiving illegal foreign exchange.

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3-on-3 basketball likely to be added to Tokyo Olympics official program

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:48 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): If things go right, 3-on-3 basketball could list in the official program for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

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Did Demi Lovato throw shade at Kathy Griffin over 'victim' act?

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 3 (ANI): Looks like, Demi Lovato and Kathy Griffin never miss out on an opportunity to fan the flames of their feud that goes back a long way.

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U.S. showing signs of unleashing 'nuclear war': North Korea

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:43 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], June 03 (ANI): North Korea has slammed the United States' successful intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) interceptor system test, dubbing it as 'a serious military provocation'.

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Nepali Congress president files nomination for PM post

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:43 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 03 (ANI): Nepali Congress (NC) president Sher Bahadur Deuba on Saturday registered his nomination for the post of prime minister.

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Moscow seeks explanation from US for sanctioning Russians

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:36 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 3 (ANI): Russia's Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations (UN), Vladimir Safronkov has demanded an explanation from the United States' over its move to sanction three Russian companies and one individual for their alleged ties with North Korea.

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Silly reasons why you have been refused a second date!

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:36 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): First dates set the base if you're going to have a second date or not!

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ISIS has failed to establish hold in India: Rajnath Singh

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that ISIS has been unable to establish a hold in India, adding that there is an improvement in the security situation across the country.

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Court takes cognizance in Satyendra Jain defamation case against BJP MLA

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): A Delhi court on Saturday took cognizance in the defamation case complaint filed by Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa, the Editor, Editor-in-Chief and the Editorial Director of a renowned hindi daily.

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J-K: Army personnel killed, four injured in terrorist attack

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:24 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): At least one Indian Army personnel was killed on Saturday in an attack by terrorists on an Army convoy in Anantnag's Qazigund in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Maneka Gandhi to undergo gall bladder surgery in next few days, confirms son Varun

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi, who was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi (AIIMS) for a gall bladder-related ailment, is to undergo surgery in the next few days.

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Kabul attack fallout: Afghan-Americans demand Pak be declared 'terror state'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): Afghan Americans took to the streets in Washington D.C. to protest Wednesday's attack near Kabul's heavily protected diplomatic area that killed at least 90 people and injured over 350 others.

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Australia vs New Zealand: We `got away with one`, admits Smith

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 12:02 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Australia skipper Steve Smith has admitted that his side 'got away with one' during their Champions Trophy 2017 opener against New Zealand which was washed out due to rain on Friday at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

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J-K: Terrorists attack Army convoy in Anantnag

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:58 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): Continuing its relentless assault on the Indian Army along the Line of Control (LoC), the Pakistan Army on Saturday initiated indiscriminate firing along the LoC in Krishna Ghati sector.

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Separatists raided: Centre assures welfare of Kashmiris is priority

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:58 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): With the National Investigation Agency (NIA) launching a massive crackdown on Separatists over terror funding in the Valley, Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that every step taken in this regard is being done keeping the welfare of Kashmiris in mind, who want peace to prevail.

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Go on a green vacation this World Environment Day!

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Ecotourism can simply be defined as an environmentally responsible travel directed towards exotic natural habitat for enjoying and appreciating nature.

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15th GST Council meeting starts, rates of six items to be decided

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): A meeting of the 15th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council commenced at the Vigyan Bhavan here on Saturday a short while ago.

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Recreational runners have 'healthy' knees

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): Recreational runner? You are less likely to experience knee and hip osteoarthritis compared to sedentary individuals and competitive runners.

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Champions Trophy: India hold edge over Pakistan, admits Afridi

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:44 IST

Dubai [UAE], June 3 (ANI): Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi believes that India have the "strength as well as the psychological advantage" against Pakistan owing to their recent performance against the Men in Green as the two arch-rivals prepare to renew the greatest cricketing rivalry in the much-awaited high-octane Champions Trophy encounter on Sunday at Edgbaston in Birmingham.

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Your facial expressions make it difficult for people to identify you!

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): While facial expressions help us to tell the mood of a person, a new study shows how they can cause problems and difficulties in terms of telling unfamiliar faces apart.

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2013 Kedarnath tragedy: Ramdev reaches out to destitute children

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Devprayag (Uttarakhand) [India], June 3 (ANI): Yog Guru Baba Ramdev will be providing free education and hostel facilities to more than 100 destitute children affected during the 2013 Kedarnath tragedy.

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Mumbai: Irish PM to-be Leo Varadkar's family beaming with pride

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Mumbai [India], June 03 (ANI): With Indian-origin minister Leo Varadkar being widely tipped to become the next Prime Minister of Ireland, his family in Mumbai is much elated and praying for his win.

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PSL spot-fixing: Sharjeel not to appear before tribunal

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 3 (ANI): Discarded batsman Sharjeel Khan, facing spot-fixing allegations by the by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) during the second edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), has decided not to appear before the Anti-corruption Tribunal of the cricket board as a witness.

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Yogi Adityanath offers prayers at Vindhyachal Temple

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Vindhyachal (Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered his prayers to the presiding deity at the Vindhyachal Temple here on Saturday morning amidst tight security.

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A cold, close brown dwarf discovered near sun

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): A brown dwarf, which is a little more than 100 light years away from the sun, has been discovered by the astronomers with the help of a new citizen-science tool that was released earlier this year to pinpoint new worlds lurking in the outer reaches of our solar system.

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French Open: Sharan-Raja to take on Harrison-Venus for quarter final berth

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 11:20 IST

Paris [France], June 3 (ANI): The Indian pair of Divij Sharan and Purav Raja will today take on the American-New Zealand pair of Ryan Harrison and Michael Venus for a place in the quarter-finals of the men's doubles event of the French Open.

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1 in 3 hospitalized patients suffers from depression: Study

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): A recent study suggests one in three hospitalized patients show symptoms of depression which could delay recovery time, increase length of hospital stays and increase the frequency of readmissions.

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3 Nations Invitational Tournament: India squander lead; lose 1-2 to Belgium

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:38 IST

Dusseldorf [Germany], June 3 (ANI): After taking a 1-0 lead in the third quarter through a splendid PC converted by Harmanpreet Singh, India conceded two goals via Cedric Charlier (52') and Tom Boon (55') in the final quarter to go down 1-2 in their opening match here at the 3 Nations Invitational Tournament on Friday.

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Champions Trophy: Lanka to take on Proteas in first Group B encounter

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:38 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Sri Lanka will today take on South Africa in the first Group B match of the Champions Trophy at the Oval, London.

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Foodies head for two-day Bites and Beer Fest in Noida

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Foodies are expected to head for the Pacific Mall in Tagore Garden, Delhi on Saturday and Sunday to take part in the two-day Bites and Beer Fest.

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Thailand Open: Saina, Praneeth to play their respective semis

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:19 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 3 (ANI): Indian badminton stars Saina Nehwal and B. Sai Praneeth will today play their semi-final matches of the Thailand Open in Bangkok.

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CBI arrests Army officer over 'illegal transfers'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): After filing an FIR against two Indian Army officers over 'illegal transfer and postings', the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested one of the accused Lt. Col. Ranganathan Suvramani Moni.

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Bangladesh: Adivasi villages torched following death of local leader

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:10 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 3 (ANI): Bangalee settlers torched a number of houses and shops of the Chakma community in Rangamati's Longadu yesterday following the death of a local Jubo League leader.

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Odisha: Naxal commander killed, explosives seized

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:10 IST

Malkangiri (Odisha) [India], June 3 (ANI): Naxal commander Chinnabai was killed by the District Voluntary Force (DVF) during an encounter at Kapatuti Jungle under Chitrakonda police limits.

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Abhilash Mishra among 100 tech-savvy UPSC toppers

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 10:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI-Businesswire India): In the recently announced IAS results, it was interesting to see that over 100 selected candidates had made use of technology to assist their preparation. These students had joined live classes from existing top IAS teachers conducted online via NeoStencil.com, a startup of alumni from AIIMS, IIT, IIMs.

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19 kids with special needs from Vibgyor Group of Schools pass with flying colours

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 09:56 IST

Mumbai [India], June 3 (ANI-Businesswire India): Nineteen children from Vibgyor High Schools with Special Educational Needs (SEN) passed the Class 10th exams with flying colours.

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Tight security for UP CM's visit to Vindhyanchal Temple

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 09:39 IST

Vidhyachal (Mirzapur/Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will arrive at the Vindhyachal Temple here around 10 a.m. to offer his prayers and homage to the presiding mythological diety Vindhyavasini.

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Terror funding: NIA raids Separatist leaders Raja Kalwal, Naeem Khan's residences

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 09:39 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) raids at Separatists leaders' residences, offices are still underway.

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'Western culture' responsible for rape, triple talaq: RSS leader Indresh Kumar

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 09:10 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayam Sewak (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar has made a sweeping declaration and waded right into controversy, by asserting that 'western culture' is responsible for the evil of rape and domestic violence in India.

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Shangri-La dialogue: U.S. Defense Secy hails India, quotes PM Modi

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:34 IST

Singapore, June 03 (ANI): Hailing India's 'indispensible role' in peace and stability of the Asia-Pacific region at the stage of the Shangri-La dialogue, U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis quoted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he tried to put forth his point regarding freedom of navigation on the in the South China Sea.

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CBSE Class 10th results out today

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 3 (ANI): The Central Board for Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce class 10th results this afternoon.

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Terror funding: NIA raids 14 locations of Separatists in Srinagar

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:34 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): In a major crackdown on the alleged terror funding in the Valley, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is conducting raids across 14 locations in Kashmir in connection with the terror funding case.

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Maharashtra: Farmers call off strike after meeting with Fadnavis

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): The Farmers organisation has called off its strike on Saturday after a long and successful discussion with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis last night, over the issue of their loans being waived off.

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Poonch: Civilian injured in ceasefire violation by Pak

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:19 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 3 (ANI): At least one civilian has been injured in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir' Poonch sector on Saturday.

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CBI files FIR against Army officers over `illegal transfer and postings`

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR against Army officers involved in the racket of illegal transfer and postings.

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Jaitley to chair 15th GST Council meet today

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 3 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will chair the 15th meeting of the GST Council in New Delhi today, where the rates of tax and cess on gold, biscuits and a few other commodities are likely to be finalised.

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All eyes on Election Commission's EVM challenge today

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 3 (ANI): The Election Commission will organize the EVM challenge in New Delhi today where political parties will try to prove that the machines can be rigged.

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China Develops 'Ultrafast' Missile Defense

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 07:18 IST

Moscow [Russia], June3 (ANI):China is building up its military capabilities as it has now developed an "ultrafast" missile interceptor , a defensive weapons system it claims only the U.S. and Russia had before.

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End of Saudi ordeal: Parents of Saira Banu thank Sushma Swaraj

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 07:18 IST

Hyderabad [India], June 3 (ANI): The tears of joy of Saira Banu's mother said it all as the 23-year-old woman from Shah Ali Banda, who was allegedly sold to a sheik in Saudi Arabia, will be returning today.

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Conference held to discuss latest advancements in Digitally Integrated Implant Dentistry

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 07:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Academy of Oral Implantalogy (AOI), on Friday, flagged off their ninth international conference on the 'Digitally Integrated Implant Dentistry'.

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Micronutrients deficiency most pervasive health condition among infants

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 07:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): According to experts, micronutrients deficiencies are a major risk factor of illness in infants. Every day, over 6,000 children die in India under the age of five and more than half of these deaths are caused by micronutrient malnutrition-primarily due to lack of Vitamin A, iron, iodine, zinc and folic acid .This micronutrient deficit among infants needs to be managed.

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Ritabrata Banerjee's suspension a drama: BJP

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday dubbed suspension of Parliamentarian Ritabrata Banerjee as drama and urged the Communist Party of India (Marxist) to suspend all its leaders who enjoy any kind of luxury.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire, India retaliating strongly

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:38 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir), June 3 (ANI): Pakistan on Friday night initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics, 82 mm and 120 mm mortars along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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BJP ridicules AAP's Hackathon, says Kejriwal govt. taking politics too lightly

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday slammed Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for organizing own Electronic Voting Machines challenge and said that the Arvind Kejriwal-led party is taking politics too lightly.

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EU to forge close ties with Russia

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:30 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 3 (ANI): Responding to President Donald Trump's decision to pull the US out of the Paris climate agreement, the European Union is considering taking economic measures that could include halting trade talks, forging closer ties with Russia, and imposing heavy carbon taxes on US exports.

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As BJP hopes for bright future of Indian economy, Cong pokes fun at Panagariya

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): With India losing the fastest growing major economy tag to China, the Congress on Saturday poked fun at NITI Aayog vice-chairman Arvind Panagariya's comment that India is poised for a 7.5 percent sustained growth rate within a few years and averred that the latter seems to belong to the school of astrology to forecast nation's progress, while adding that the Centre must paint a clear picture of nation's economy in front of its people.

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BJP asks Amarinder to act responsibly, Cong assures no folly from state chief's side

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Retorting to the reports of a Delhi court asking Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh to vacate his Janpath Road bungalow, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday dubbed the state chief as irresponsible.

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I have full faith in judicial system: Bihar board 'topper' Ganesh Kumar

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:21 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 3 (ANI): Bihar board 'topper' Ganesh Kumar, who was arrested for forgery of documents after the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) cancelled his result, said that he has full faith in the judicial system and hoped that justice will be done with him.

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BJP used Netaji as a political tool: Congress

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Congress on Saturday backed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's ire against the Centre for donning a casual approach in handling the response to an RTI query relating to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using the issue of freedom fighter's death as a tool during assembly elections and said that the saffron party forgot about the brave heart post state polls.

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UNSC expands sanctions on North Korea

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:20 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 3 (ANI): The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a new resolution to expand sanctions against North Korea, including officials, entities and a military units handling ballistic missiles with both China and Russia voting in favour of the restrictions put forward by Washington.

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Trump may block Comey testimony

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 06:03 IST

New York [U.S.], June 3 (ANI): The White House may try to invoke executive privilege as former FBI Director James Comey testifies before a Senate on June 8 about the accusations that President Donald Trump pressured him to end his investigation into his former national security adviser's ties to Russia.'s .

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Tom Cruise reveals 'Top Gun' sequel title: 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 05:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 3 (ANI): The feel for the "need for speed" will surely increase as Tom Cruise has revealed the title of 'Top Gun' sequel.

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Indian-origin Varadkar set to become 1st gay PM of Ireland

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

New York [U.S.], June 3 (ANI): Leo Varadkar, an openly gay Irish minister of Indian-origin, is widely tipped to become the next prime minister of Ireland, thus giving the Catholic nation its first leader of Asian descent.

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'44 years since' Big-B, Jaya Bachchan's 'silsila' going strong

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): On June 3, 1973, the Shehenshah of Bollywood got his Begum when the 'angry young man' Amitabh Bachchan tied the knots with the very talented Jaya Bhaduri.

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Nepal Parliament to vote for new Prime Minister on Sunday

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 3 (ANI): Nepal's Parliament is set to elect a new premier on Sunday after Pushpa Kamal Dahal submitted his resignation to President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on May 24.

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Legendary guitarist Aamir Zaki passes away at 49

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 3 (ANI): Renowned guitarist Aamir Zaki took his last breath, on Friday, after suffering from a cardiac arrest. He was 49.

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Germany's music fest evacuated due to terror threat

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): In less than two weeks after 22 people were killed in a terror attack at Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, Rock am Ring, one of the biggest music festivals in Germany, was abruptly shut down on Friday evening due to a terror warning.

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PM Modi arrives in France

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

Paris [France] June 3 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris on Saturday for the final leg of his six-day, four-nation tour of Europe.

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Afghanistan-India cargo flights to operate from June 15

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 04:16 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 3 (ANI) : The first cargo flight of the Afghanistan-India air corridor, to take Afghan goods to India, will leave Kabul for New Delhi on June 15.

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PM Modi leaves for France to meet President Macron on Saturday

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 01:44 IST

St Petersburg [Russia], June 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday left for France for the final leg of his six-day, four-nation tour of Europe, after concluding his engagements with Russia.

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PM Modi meets UN chief Guterres

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 01:44 IST

St Petersburg [Russia], June 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, on the sidelines of a multilateral business and economic at the St. Petersburg and stressed on multilateralism to address global challenges such as terrorism.

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Aus vs New Zealand: Match abandoned due to rain, teams share points

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 01:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Owing to the wet outfield and continuous rainfall, the second encounter of the ICC Champions Trophy, between Australia and New Zealand, was called off at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Friday.

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Children with special needs from VIBGYOR Group of Schools perform excellently in Class 10 exams

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 00:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-BusinessWire India): 19 children from VIBGYOR High Schools with Special Educational Needs (SEN) passed the Class 10 exams with flying colours, majority of them scoring above 82 percent with the highest scorer achieving 89.4 percent percent. All these students have been a part of VIBGYOR Group of Schools' Personalised Learning Centres (PLC).

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Mobile Internet services restored in Valley

Updated: Jun 03, 2017 00:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 2, (ANI): Mobile Internet services were restored in the Kashmir valley on Friday evening, seven days after they were shut to prevent spread of rumours following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Sabzar Ahmad Bhat and his associate in an encounter with government forces in Tral region of south Kashmir.

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PM Modi meets Austrian Chancellor on sidelines of SPIEF

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 23:39 IST

Saint Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern on the sidelines of St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2017.

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Battling disability, Ummul Kher cracks UPSC exam

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 23:39 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2, (ANI): Living with a disability makes it difficult to achieve ones goal and it also gets harder when your loved ones disowns you for it. 28-year-old Ummul Kher has one such case but she has fought all odds and bagged an all India rank of 420 in Civil Service Examinations of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in her first attempt.

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PM Modi interacts with Russian Governors on bilateral relationships

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 23:15 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with 16 Governors of various provinces of Russia.

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Entire Maharashtra should know Marathi, says Mumbai Mayor

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 23:15 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2, (ANI): After the Bombay High Court set aside the Maharashtra Government's order to made Marathi language compulsory for auto rickshaw permits, Mumbai Mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar asserted that the people in the state should know Marathi.

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EVM hackathon challenge 'on', says EC

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 23:15 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday declared that it will hold its Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) hacking challenge as scheduled, after the Uttarakhand High Court dismissed a PIL against the move.

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PM Modi interacts with Russian Governors to strengthen bonds

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 22:46 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with the Governors of Russia's 16 regions.

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Chargesheet filed against rape accused Gayatri Prajapati

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 22:46 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): The Lucknow Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Friday filed a chargesheet in the court against former Uttar Pradesh Minister Gayatri Prajapati in a rape case.

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Bihar topper Ganesh Kumar arrested

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:59 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 2 (ANI): The police on Friday arrested Bihar class 12th topper Ganesh Kumar after the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) cancelled his result.

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Maneka Gandhi admitted in AIIMS after gall bladder ailment

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:55 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi (AIIMS) after gall bladder ailment.

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President congratulates DRDO on successful test-firing of Prithvi-II Missile

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on the successful test-firing of the indigenously developed nuclear-capable Prithvi-II Missile.

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Lalu doing 'yagya' to get rid of opponents: BJP

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:55 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] June 2 (ANI): Taking a jibe at Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on joint rally addressed by the leaders of key national and regional opposition parties in Patna on August 27, Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday states that the former is conducting 'yagya' to get rid of his opponents as he has no faith in the people.

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General Rawat discusses security issues with J-K Governor

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:26 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 2 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Friday met Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra at the Raj Bhavan here.

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Smriti Irani posts video of 'stumped' Congress spokesmen post Rahul's Telangana dynasty barb

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani on Friday posted a video which showed Congress party spokesmen stumped and in a fix over giving an appropriate response to a question related to party vice-president Rahul Gandhi's dynasty barb at a rally in Telangana.

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Shashi Shekar Vempati appointed as Prasar Bharati CEO

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Shashi Shekar Vempati has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Prasar Bharati on the recommendation of the three-member committee headed by Vice President and consisting of Chairman, Press Council of India and the President's nominee i.e. Secretary, Information and Broadcasting for a period of five years from the date of assumption of office.

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Are chewing gums healthy?

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Do you know that every time you're popping your favourite chewing gum in your mouth, you could actually be chewing a secretion from sheep's wool? Yes, that's right!

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ICAI penalises four for encouraging money laundering during demonetization

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India on Friday found four persons guilty of advising individuals for encouraging money laundering during the demonetisation drive.

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Trump shouldn't have withdrawn from Paris Climate Accord: Putin

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:45 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that his United States counterpart Donald Trump should not have withdrawn from the Paris Climate Accord as it is of a "framework nature."

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J-K: Search operation underway in Kupwara following reports of infiltration

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:45 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 2 (ANI): Following reports of infiltration by terrorists in the Valley, massive search operation by the security forces is underway since morning in jungles of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district on Friday.

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PM Modi highlights state funding terrorism at SPIEF

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:45 IST

St Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Raising concerns against the states who supply arms and money to terrorists, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called on for a joint fight against the menace and emphasised that the terrorists shouldn't divide between "good and bad" terrorists.

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Regional cinema will be adversely affected by GST rate: Kamal Haasan

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:29 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 2 (ANI): Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has hit out at the Central Government for announcing 28% tax slab under the GST (Goods and Services Tax) for cinema.

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NIA files chargesheet against FICN racketeer in Kolkata

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday filed a chargesheet against an accused in Kolkata Special court in relation to Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) smuggling case.

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SBI approves 100MW of rooftop solar projects

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 20:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The State Bank of India (SBI) on Friday announced its decision to finance solar rooftop projects worth Rs 400 crore, with private developers, thus aiming to add 100 MW of solar rooftop capacity to the grid.

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CBSE to announce Class 10th results tomorrow

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:54 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce the examination results of the Senior Secondary Examination (Class 10th) tomorrow.

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PM Modi pitches for investments in India

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:54 IST

St Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Pitching India as a favourable investment destination, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asked the Russian business fraternity to explore the immense opportunities in the field of defence, services sector and manufacturing healthcare equipments.

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No evidence about Russia's interference in U.S. polls: Putin

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:45 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that there is no specific evidence about Moscow's 'interference in U.S. presidential election and the allegations are just based on assumptions.

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Jaitley launches mobile-friendly upgraded webpage of Finance Ministry

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): As part of the Digital India Programme, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday launched a common landing webpage of the Ministry of Finance to offer single point access to all the websites of the five different departments under the Ministry.

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Kapil Mishra to launch anti-Kejriwal Govt. website tomorrow

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:35 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Sacked Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Friday said that tomorrow a website would be launched on which all the documents related to Delhi Government's scams would be uploaded.

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'Responsible' India committed to climate deal: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:22 IST

St Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday categorically said that New Delhi remains committed to the Paris Climate Accord, adding it is relying heavily on traditional energy sources so that the future generations are able to breathe fresh and live a harmonious life.

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New singers know what works with the youth: Filmmaker Mohit Suri

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The one thing that stands out in all Mohit Suri movies is music.

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Piyush Goyal highlights India's green power capacity growth on Berlin visit

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 19:04 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines Piyush Goyal has highlighted the surge in India's green power capacity to over 100 GW, including Hydro and nuclear to nearly five times since 2014.

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Twin suicide attack kills seven in northern Cameroon

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:57 IST

Yaounde [Cameroon], June 2 (ANI): As many as seven persons were killed and several others injured in two suicide attacks in Cameroon's Far North region.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co successfully gets stay from NCLAT

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM & Co), who acted as the legal advisor to Coal India Limited and its subsidiaries, in a matter involving imposition of a fine of INR 591.01 Crores on CIL for abusing its dominant position in its Fuel Supply Agreements (FSAs) with power sector utilities, successfully obtained a stay.

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Amid cattle trade norm row, Amit Shah meets Bishops in Kerala

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:54 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India] June 2 (ANI): At a time when relations are going rough between the state and the Centre over ban on cattle slaughter for sale, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Friday met the leaders of Christian dioceses including Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar and Latin Catholic churches.

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PIL filed against EC's EVM challenge

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:42 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 2: A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Uttarakhand High Court seeking a stay on the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) hackathon challenge organised by the Election Commission scheduled for tomorrow.

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This cricket museum is attracting fans in Odisha

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:42 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], June 2 (ANI): Saroj Ranjan, a cricket fan, has become a centre of attraction these days in Odisha's Cuttack.

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Civil Servants contribute to continuation in govt. setup: Centre

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh on Friday said the civil servants contribute to the continuation in the Government set up and play a critical role.

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Nadda emphasises need for developing necessary healthcare systems

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Friday asserted that it is India's key priority to ensure quality of healthcare in public and private sector.

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Putin for establishment of 'constructive dialogue' between Russia, U.S.

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:29 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Expressing concerns over Russian-U.S. relations hitting record-low since Cold War, Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on American businessmen to help establish 'constructive dialogue' between the two nations.

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GST Council to finalise cess levied on commodities on Saturday

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will chair the 15th meeting of the Goods and Services tax (GST) Council here on Saturday, June 3 to finalise the rates of tax and cess on the commodities remaining after the fitment exercise in the previous Council meet held in Srinagar.

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Institute of Health Management Research, Bangalore holds its 6th convocation

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): The Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR) - Bangalore held its 6th Convocation of the AICTE - Approved Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital and Health Management (Batch 2015-17) at the institute's campus. Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Director-IIHMR Delhi, was the chief guest for the occasion and Takashi Maki, Director, Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru was the Guest of Honor. The Chief Guest and Guest of Honor awarded the convocation certificates and gold medals to Dr. Lavya N, Tripti Vaidya and Dr. Medari S Mukunda, for their exemplary performance.

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Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar's `3 Storeys` gets a release date

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Media and Entertainment has collaborated with B4U Movie for their upcoming film, titled '3 Storeys'.

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Indian Exhibition Industry to celebrate 'Global Exhibitions Day' on June 7th in Mumbai

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): 'Global Exhibition Day' celebrated worldwide on every 7th June of a year, will also be celebrated this year in India for the first time with an initiative of all stakeholders of Indian exhibition industry.

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ED remand of CA of Lalu's daughter extended by two days

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Friday extended the Enforcement Directorate's remand by two days of the Chartered Accountant (CA) allegedly linked to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti in a money laundering case.

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Meghalaya: BSF jawan attacked by cattle smugglers in Garo hills

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:52 IST

Tura (Meghalaya) [India], Jun 2: A cattle smuggler in South West Garo Hills attacked a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, while he made attempts to stop them from crossing over to Bangladesh.

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BJP is India's biggest Non Performing Asset: Congress

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday said the released figures of the Indian economy clearly say that the Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) has become India's biggest Non Performing Asset (NPA).

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Saina Nehwal battles into Thailand Open semis

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:51 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], June 2 (ANI): Indian badminton ace Saina Nehwal produced a spirited performance as she bounced back from a game down against Japan's Haruko Suzuki to book her place in the semi-finals of the Thailand Open here on Friday.

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ONGC announces plans to buy government stake in HPCL

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has announced its plans to likely acquire the central government's majority stake in refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd (HPCL) by the end of this financial year.

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Telangana CM extends financial aid to man injured in suicide attempt

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:44 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 2 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Friday sanctioned Rs. 10 lakh financial assistance to Pidamarthi Nagaraju, who was severely injured in a suicide attempt during the Telangana Movement.

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BJP hits back at Mamata for banning rallies at Kolkata's College Square

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:37 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] June 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday hit back at Mamata Banerjee after she banned demonstrations at College Square, asserting that the saffron party garners more supporters as compared to the West Bengal Chief Minister's rally.

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Manipur badly hit by continuous heavy rainfall

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:37 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 2 (ANI): Life in Manipur has been badly affected since the last couple of days as heavy rains continued to lash the state.

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India plans to buy S-400 missile systems from Russia

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:22 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): India is planning to buy several regiment sets of Russia's advanced S-400 air defence systems from Russia and talks on the exact volume of supplies and other details in regards are being discussed by both the countries.

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Samsung, MSME sign MoU for Samsung Technical School initiative

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Samsung India on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) for its Samsung Technical School initiative, renewing its partnership for 10 existing schools run across the country and adding two new MSME-Samsung Technical Schools at Bengaluru and Jamshedpur.

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Non-bailable warrant issued against Rakhi Sawant again

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:21 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India] June 2 (ANI): A Ludhiana court on Friday issued non-bailable warrant against Bollywood actor Rakhi Sawant again for making derogatory remarks on sage Valmiki.

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Woakes ruled out of Champions Trophy with side strain

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:07 IST

London [U.K], June 2 (ANI): England pacer Chris Woakes has been ruled out of the rest of the Champions Trophy tournament due to a side strain.

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5G network pivotal in healthcare transformation, reveals Ericsson report

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Next-generation networks will be pivotal in healthcare transformation, providing transmission efficiency in an ecosystem of feedback and alerts, mobility and low latency, according to Ericsson's latest consumer lab report.

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Kerala House Resident Commissioner files complaint after beef fest protest

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Kerala House Resident Commissioner Vishwas Mehta on Friday filed a complaint with the Delhi Police and also called for additional protection after some members of alleged cow vigilante group barged into the Kerala House protesting against the beef festivals being organised in the south Indian state.

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CPM suspends Ritabrata Banerjee for having lifestyle against party's ideology

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Friday suspended its parliament member Ritabrata Banerjee over complaints about his lifestyle.

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India will develop only when villages develop: President

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 17:07 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 2 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said India will develop only when the villages develop, adding that even today 68 percent of the population lives in villages.

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Russia won't veto UNSC's resolution on North Korea

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:47 IST

Moscow [Russia], June 2 (ANI): Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gennady Gatilov has said that Moscow is not going to veto the UN Security Council's resolution on North Korea which is scheduled to take place on Friday.

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'Young Poo' from K3G Malvika Raaj excited to return to silver screen with 'Jayadev'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Model-turned-actress Malvika Raaj, who played the role of Pooja, the young version of Kareena Kapoor in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' is all grown up now and she is all set to foray into Tollywood with the upcoming film

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US industry captains quit Trump advisory councils post Paris accord exit decision

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:42 IST

Washington [United States], June 2 (ANI): Captains of industry, corporations and business groups in the United States have decided to quit from key business advisory councils of the Trump Administration in frustration over the president's decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord.

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Pak. clears Eurobond debt with Chinese loan

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:42 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): Pakistan has cleared its USD 750 million Eurobond debt using a loan worth USD one billion granted by China.

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Punjab CM asked to vacate his bungalow quarters

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): A Delhi court on Friday asked Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh to vacate his Janpath Road bungalow, which was allocated to him when he was a Lok Sabha MP.

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Dharmendra Pradhan lauds Haryana Govt. for its initiative of a Kerosene-free state

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:29 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday lauded the Haryana Government for its initiative to make the state Kerosene-free.

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Westin Hotels & Resorts salutes 'Early Rising Running Community'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): To celebrate the Global Running Day, Westin Hotels and Resorts has announced an addition to its game-changing Gear Lending program, which offers its guests an access to the New Balance® shoes and workout apparel during their stay at the luxury hotels.

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Maneka Gandhi admitted to hospital, diagnosed with gallstones

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:06 IST

Pilibhit (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Cabinet Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi was on Friday admitted in Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit district hospital after facing difficulty in breathing.

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Baahubali-themed stickers now available on Facebook messenger

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Owing to the growing popularity and smashing box-office collection of the movie 'Baahubali', social networking platform Facebook on Thursday launched exclusive animated stickers on its Messenger app.

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J-K: Mela Kheer Bhawani annual festival celebrated with religious fervor

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:54 IST

Kashmir (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 2 (ANI): Hundreds of devotees arrived at Mata Ragnya Devi temple to join the annual festival of Kheer Bhawani on Friday- a revered goddess of Pandits in Tulmulla area of central Kashmir's Ganderbal district.

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Mamata expresses 'shock' over Centre's RTI reply on Netaji

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:52 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 2 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday expressed shock over the Centre's unilateral decision on Subhas Chandra Bose.

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Bengaluru: Doctors, teachers Association protest demanding adequate security

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:46 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 2 (ANI): The Medical College Doctors and Teachers Association here staged a protest over a demand for adequate security after a doctor was assaulted by a patient's relative.

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PCB bans players from participating in Afghan T20 league

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:46 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied issuing No-Objection Certificates (NOC) to the players who were drafted in the Afghanistan Shpageeza Cricket League 2017, which is slated to be held in July.

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Motorola launches power-packed Moto C budget smartphone

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Motorola Mobility LLC on Thursday launched its new budget smartphone, Moto C, packed with a host of features that an individual looks for in a smartphone.

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Trump to rejuvenate America with abundant energy reserves

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:46 IST

Washington [United States], June 2 (ANI): Indicating the possibility of "a big opening in two weeks", President Donald Trump announced his administration's plans to lift the severe energy restrictions inflicted by the Paris Climate Accord and revive the country's abundant energy reserves soon.

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PM Modi lauds work of Institute of Oriental Manuscripts in St. Petersburg

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:46 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia] June 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited the Institute of Oriental Manuscripts in St. Petersburg where some of India's historical and holy manuscripts are kept.

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Bihar: BOI branch manager shot dead

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:33 IST

Siwan (Bihar) [India] June 2 (ANI): A Bank of India (BOI) branch manager was on Friday shot dead by unidentified men in Siwan's Mairwa.

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Watch! Ranbir-Katrina's crazy chemistry in `Jagga Jasoos` 1st song

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif have redefined craziness in 'Jagga Jasoos' first song 'Ullu Ka Pattha'!

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UP: Mother seeks 'euthanasia' for daughter from PM Modi

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:23 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 2 (ANI): A woman from Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking euthanasia for her daughter Anamika Mishra who is suffering from Muscular Dystrophy Disease.

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Mumbai: Man arrested for raping mentally challenged daughter

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] June 2 (ANI): The Mumbai Police on Friday arrested a man under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act for raping his mentally challenged daughter.

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Chowman Kolkata adds another feather to its cap

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Chowman Chain of Restaurants, Kolkata, has been awarded for "Innovation in QSR/Casual Dining" by TIE Kolkata at the F&B Entrepreneurship Summit and awards 2017.

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Junkminds.com designs an innovative test to help students choose the right engineering stream

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Students aspiring to take up engineering as a career can now clearly select their stream of engineering, based on their aptitude. Junkminds.com, an e-learning portal developed by Khateeb Engineering Classes has designed a comprehensive online test called 'Suggest My Branch', which is directed at helping students take a decision about the engineering branch that is best suited for them.

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Champions Trophy: Kiwis opt to bat first against Aussies

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:03 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 2 (ANI): New Zealand have won the toss and elected to bat first in their opening group clash of the Champions Trophy against two-time winners Australia here at the Edgbaston on Friday.

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Patty Jenkins eyeing 'I am Superman' with Ryan Gosling

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 15:03 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 2 (ANI): After 'Wonder Woman,' director Patty Jenkins now has her eyes on Superman, but, sadly this one is not the iconic superhero that everyone has grown up to.

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Bihar: Bottles containing 60,000 liters of liquor crushed

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:54 IST

Rohtas (Bihar) [India], June 2, (ANI): The Bihar police on Friday crushed bottles and pouches containing total 60,000 liters of liquor in Rohtas district.

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Ramachandra Guha lashes out at Dhoni in resignation letter, calls CoA 'mute' spectator

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): A day after resigning from the Committee of Administrators (CoA), historian Ramachandra Guha on Friday lashed out at the Supreme Court-appointed committee for being a silent spectator on issues like conflict of interest, the alleged rift between Indian captain Virat Kohli and head coach Anil Kumble and treating domestic players at par.

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PCB must provide security at home venues: Rajeev Shukla on bilateral series

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Ahead of the high-profile Champions Trophy clash between India and Pakistan in Birmingham on Sunday, senior Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) official Rajeev Shukla on Friday claimed that the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) failure to provide adequate security at their home venues is the reason behind other teams refusing to play bilateral series in Pakistan.

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CBI files two charge sheets in separate cases related to Vyapam scam

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday filed two charge sheets in a Gwalior court against two candidates and three middlemen and an impersonator in separate cases related to Vyapam scam.

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Mehbooba Mufti prays for Kashmiri Pandits 'respectful return'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:38 IST

Ganderbal (J-K) [India], June 2, (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday called for peace and harmony in the state and said that day comes soon when Kashmiri Pandits would return their home respectfully.

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Trump Tirade against India, China on Climate Deal

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:27 IST

Washington [U.S.], June 2 (ANI): While announcing America's withdrawal from the Paris Climate Change accord, U.S. President Donald Trump also made a direct and no-holds-barred attack on India in which he accused New Delhi of trying to extract "billions and billions and billions" of dollars in foreign aid from the developed world to sign up for the climate accord.

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PM Modi presents unique 'Urga Kanjur' to St. Petersburg Buddhist temple

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:26 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia] June 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today presented over 100 volumes of Urga Kanjur to Jampa Donor, Buda Balzheivich Badmayev, Head Priest, Datsan Gunzechoinei Buddhist Temple, St. Petersburg.

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Dengue, chikungunya menace: Delhi HC summons MCD commissioners

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notices to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (north, south and east) for violating court orders in matters relating to sanitation.

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Chairman, TEXPROCIL urges Government to continue ROSL scheme for three years under GST Regime

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): The Made ups sector is poised to create additional employment on account of the Govt support extended to this sector, said Shri Ujwal Lahoti, Chairman of The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council ( TEXPROCIL).

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Bastar Police give shelter to children affected by Naxal attacks

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:22 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 2 (ANI): How Naxalites kept themselves safe by using village children as shields in Naxal-hit areas has been revealed by three minors.

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Tribute paid to Sukhoi-30 IAF pilot

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:17 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], June 2 (ANI): Floral tributes were paid to Flight Lieutenant Achu Dev, a pilot of the recently crashed Sukhoi-30 IAF aircraft.

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Compression tights don't make you better runner

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): They may have become a trendy and must-have item for many athletes, but according to a recent study, compression tights don't help runners go farther or faster.

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Congress leader C.P. Joshi elected president of Rajasthan Cricket Association

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:16 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 2 (ANI): Congress leader C.P. Joshi was elected president of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) on Friday. He defeated Lalit Modi's son Ruchir.

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Bihar topper scam: ED files money laundering case against four principals

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 14:16 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 2 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday filed a money laundering case against four principals in connection with the Bihar topper scam.

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Gender, not faith, determines if you regret one-night stands

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Turns out, it is your gender, not faith, which determines whether or not you regret having casual sex.

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Pakistanis want a radicalised Pakistan: Poll

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): Two in three Pakistanis or 67 percent of the country's population have said that they support the imposition of Sharia as the only law, suggesting that Pakistan has become increasingly radicalized.

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'Pakeezah' actor Geeta Kapoor shifted to 'Jeevan Asha' old-age home

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Veteran actress Geeta Kapoor, who was abandoned by her son in a hospital halfway through her treatment, has now been shifted to an old-age home.

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Obama slams Trump over Paris Climate Accord pullout

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:34 IST

New York [U.S.], June 2 (ANI): Former President Barack Obama has criticised President Donald Trump over his decision to pull the United States out from the Paris climate agreement.

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Pot-smokers don't necessarily quit after becoming parents

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Marijuana-smokers often cut back after becoming parents, but they don't necessarily quit, a recent study has found.

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This is when Rajkumar Hirani's Sanjay Dutt biopic will hit theatres

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:25 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The release date of the Sanjay Dutt biopic starring Ranbir Kapoor has been locked to 30 March, 2018.

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National Conference on Chemical (Industrial) Disaster Management (CIDM) organized

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) jointly with Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), National Disaster Management Authority of India (NDMA) with the Government of Maharashtra as host and Government of Gujarat as state partners have come together to organize a National Conference on Chemical (Industrial) Disaster Management (CIDM): May 30-June 01, 2017, The Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai.

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Lucknow: Muslim community gears up to mark International Yoga Day with PM Modi

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:16 IST

Lucknow [India],June 2, (ANI): The Muslim community here in Lucknow is all set to celebrate International Yoga day with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 21.

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Welcome Russia's unconditional support on 'cross border terrorism': PM Modi

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:16 IST

St. Petersburg (Russia) June 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the ties between India and Russia that span the spectrum from Culture to Defence (Sanskriti se Suraksha) and said India welcomes Russia's unconditional support to India on the issue of cross border terrorism.

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Karnataka: Denied stretcher, wife drags ailing husband

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:12 IST

Shivmoga (Karnataka) [India], June 2 (ANI): In yet another shocking incident, a woman Fahmida forced to drag her ailing husband Amir Saab due to unavailability of stretcher in Megan Government Hospital.

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Bata store at 'Viviana Mall', becomes style destination of Thane as fbb Colors Femina Miss India 2017 State Winners Make a Style Stopover

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): fbb Colors Femina Miss India 2017 winners representing 30 states of India visited Bata Store and interacted with the young consumers of the city in a fun evening at Viviana Mall, Thane.

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Post GST approval, Centre confident of 7.5 percent growth by March 2018: Panagariya

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:09 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Economic Adviser Arvind Panagariya on Friday said that India's economic growth is expected to pick up to 7.5 per cent by March 2018, as the government has sustained eight per cent growth rate over the next two years.

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Centre taking improving education levels as a 'challenge': Javadekar

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi[India],June 2, (ANI): Expressing concern over decline in education standard in public schools Union Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar on Friday vowed to improve the education system in the coming years while saying that the government would leave no stones unturned to enhance the level of education facilities.

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No pressure for Champions Trophy clash against India: Sarfraz Ahmed

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 13:04 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed has said that his players are trying to take no pressure and remain confident ahead of their high-profile and much-awaited clash against arch-rivals India in their Champions Trophy opener, which is slated to be held at the Edgbaston in Birmingham on Sunday.

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TravelUR - world's first travel social network

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Travelling is one of the life's greatest joys. As you pack your bags to take a break from your everyday routine before you realize you're already evolving. It's the way we see the world and learn about different places you've never been before. And in all this, travelling is no more between two destinations.

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Netflix cancels 'Sense8' after two seasons

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:55 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 2 (ANI): 'Sense8' has been cancelled by Netflix after two seasons and a holiday special.

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Leading Pak lawyer Sharifuddin Pirzada passes away

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:48 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): One of Pakistan's leading lawyers, Sharifuddin Pirzada, passed away here after a long illness on Friday. He was 93

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Dengue, chikungunya menace: Delhi HC raps MCD over 'zero preparation'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday rebuked all the sections of Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCDs) keeping in view the growing menace of vector-borne diseases especially dengue and chikungunya.

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Writer Derek Kolstad to return for 'John Wick Chapter 3'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:46 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 2 (ANI): The retired super-assassin 'John Wick' is all set to return to the big screen.

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Amit Shah visiting Kerala to polarize votes for 2019 elections: Congress

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): As Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah landed in Kerala for a three-day tour to prepare for upcoming 2019 polls, the Congress party asserted that Shah's intentions are only to disturb the existing government and to polarize the votes.

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Over 51,000 lives can be saved if US switches from coal to solar

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): President Donald Trump cited his fondness for coal power when announcing his decision to pull out of the Paris climate accord, but according to a recent study, the U.S. can save lives and money by replacing coal with solar.

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India successfully test fires Prithvi-II missile

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:29 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 2 (ANI): India successfully test fired its indigenously developed Prithvi-II ballistic missile from Odisha's Chandipur at 10.56 a.m. today.

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PWD scam: ACB ordered to assess threat against 'whistleblower' Rahul Sharma

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): A Delhi court on Friday directed Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to assess the threat perception against complainant Rahul Sharma, who recently faced alleged attacked on him.

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Jammu: 'Red Beacon' laden VIP car crushes teen to death

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:18 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) June 2 (ANI): In a tragic development, a 13-year-old was killed after he was hit by a VIP car, as alleged by his distraught parents in Jammu.

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French Open: Bopanna-Dabrowski romp into second round

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:15 IST

Paris [France]. June 2 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Canadian partner Gabriela Dabrowski produced a spectacular performance, as they stormed into the second round of the French Open following a comfortable straight-sets victory in their mixed doubles clash here last evening.

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Panama Papers probe-Sharif's younger son Hassan appears before JIT

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:05 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): Hassan Nawaz, the younger son of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, appeared before the Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Panama Papers case, on Friday.

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Tongue's sixth sense detected!

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 12:00 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Water has been described as "tasteless" since the time of Aristotle, but according to a new study, it might actually have a taste of its own that we can sense.

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Sharif Govt. objects to SC judge's' Sicilian Mafia remark for AG

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:41 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): The Nawaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz-led government has taken strong exception to a Supreme Court judge describing the country's attorney general, Ashtar Ausaf Ali, as a representative of the 'Sicilian mafia'.

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Rob K quashes Mehgan James dating rumour

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Rob Kardashian has quashed all the rumours of him dating Mehgan James by saying that he has never even heard of her.

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Champions Trophy: Mashrafe rues 'late' batting lapse for England drubbing

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:35 IST

London [U.K], June 2 (ANI): Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza has admitted that his side had fallen "20 to 30 runs short" in their innings, after being beaten by eight wickets in their opening Champions Trophy group clash against England at the Kennington Oval on Thursday.

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PeeCee wraps up 'Baywatch's London tour with style

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is in London to promote her debut Hollywood flick 'Baywatch' and the diva ended her tour by upping the fashion ante.

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JD (U) rubbishes Bihar 'topper scam'

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:35 IST

Patna/New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Branding the Bihar topper scam news as utter rubbish, the Janata Dal (United) on Friday said the news is being used by certain outlets in the media for the sheer purpose of sensationalism.

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Maharashtra: Protesting farmers continue to spill milk down roads

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:06 IST

Shirdi (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): With the indefinite strike of farmers demanding crop loan waivers and better procurement prices entering its second day on Friday, the farmers continue to spill litres of milk down the road.

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Turns out, dying is 'less sad' than you think

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Thinking about death can cause considerable angst, but according to a new research, the actual emotional experiences of the dying are both more positive and less negative than people expect.

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Maharashtra: 'Jai Maharashtra' logo buses flagged off

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): The state buses with a new logo containing the words 'Jai Maharashtra' were flagged off from Mumbai Central to Belgaum on Friday.

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Nepal opposition demands vote count resumption in Bharatpur

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 11:00 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 2 (ANI): The student union of the opposition CPN-UML (Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist) came down the streets of Nepal capital Kathmandu on Thursday night with live torches to demand resumption of the vote count in Bharatpur Metropolitan City.

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It only took 6 mins for Ariana's benefit gig to sell out

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 2 (ANI): Ariana Grande's benefit concert for the Manchester Arena bombing victims sold out in just six minutes.

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Champions Trophy: Aussies, Kiwis to renew rivalry in opener

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:37 IST

Birmingham [U.K], June 2 (ANI): Two-time winners Australia will begin their Champions Trophy 2017 campaign when they take on New Zealand at the Edgbaston here on Friday.

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GDP slump: Chidambaram slams Centre for 'ridiculing' Manmohan's suggestions

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:35 IST

Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 2 (ANI): Following the release of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Gross Value Added (GVA) figures for 2016-17 showing sliding of the economy by 1.3 percent, former finance minister P. Chidambaram on Friday trained the guns on the Centre for ridiculing the suggestions of former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

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Indian American Ananya Vinay wins US National Spelling Bee contest

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:35 IST

Maryland (United States), June 2 (ANI): Twelve-year-old Indian American Ananya Vinay, who lives in Fresno, California, has been declared the winner of the 90th Scripps National Spelling Bee.

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Soon, you will be able to charge your electric car in no time

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): We're on the verge of a power revolution as a team of researchers has brought instant re-charging technology closer to the reality.

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TN: Wild elephant goes on rampage, kills four

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:22 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 2 (ANI): Four people including a 12-year old girl and two women were killed in when a wild elephant went on a rampage in a residential area of Coimbatore's Vellalore on Friday.

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Manila casino death toll rises to 34, gunman commits suicide

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:16 IST

Manila [The Philippines], June 2 (ANI): The death toll from Friday morning's terror strike at a popular hotel-cum-casino in Philippines capital Manila has gone up to 34, and local police have also confirmed that the lone gunman involved in the attack, has committed suicide.

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IIT-M beef protest shows 'upbringing' of students: BJP

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Condemning the protest held by the students at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT- Madras) against the Central Government's notification banning the sale of cattle for slaughter, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said, that such behaviour shows the upbringing of thee students, adding IITs do not become IITs by producing this class of people.

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After 'PM Modi' blunder, Megyn Kelly's 'unprofessional' dress haunts her

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 2 (ANI): Megyn Kelly, who is currently trending on the Internet for asking Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'if he was on Twitter', is also making headlines for wearing a very unconventional dress for her interview with world leaders.

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A 'game changer' test for antibiotic drug resistance

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 10:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): When a patient is prescribed the wrong antibiotic to treat a bacterial infection, it's not necessarily the physician who is at fault. The current antibiotic assay, standardised in 1961 by the World Health Organization and used worldwide, is potentially flawed.

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Trump to US Supreme Court: Reinstate travel ban on six Muslim nations

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:53 IST

Washington [United States], June 2 (ANI): The Trump administration has asked the United States Supreme Court to reinstate its travel ban blocking the entry of citizens from six Muslim-majority countries.

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UP: Teams formed to probe petrol theft, adulteration

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:38 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): 10 teams have been formed under the supervision of Lucknow's District Magistrate (DM) Raj Sharma, to probe petrol theft and adulteration at 157 petrol pumps that have been identified.

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Jim Carrey comes to Kathy Griffin's rescue

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:38 IST

London [UK], June 2 (ANI): With her controversial photo shoot holding President Donald Trump's severed head taking the flak, Kathy Griffin found some support from fellow comedian Jim Carrey.

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Here's why being a musician is good for your brain

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Turns out, a musician's brain has an edge on the ageing process.

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HUDA or Hooda? The confusion ends

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:36 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], June 2 (ANI): After giving new names to cities like Gurgaon and Mewat, the Haryana Government has given a new name to Haryana Urban Development Authority (Huda) saying it sounds much like the name of former state chief minister Bhupinder Singh 'Hooda'.

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Palm chopping case: NIA files third supplementary chargesheet

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a third supplementary chargesheet against six accused, in the shocking case of a professor's palm being chopped off.

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This robot is 'most nimble-fingered' yet

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): Grabbing the awkwardly shaped items that humans pick up in their day-to-day lives is a slippery task for robots, but this newly-built robot can pick up and move unfamiliar, real-world objects with a 99 percent success rate.

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'Are you on Twitter': Internet can't handle NBC reporter's unbelievable question to PM Modi!

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 09:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June. 2 (ANI): It is a prerequisite for every journalist to do their basic preparation and background check before interviewing famous personalities, but National Broadcasting Company (NBC)'s Megyn Kelly clearly fell short on her homework and is now being bashed across Twitter for her incredible question to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Rosie O'Donnell's take on Barron Trump's reaction to 'severed head' photo

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 08:17 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): And Rosie O'Donnell does it again!

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1984 anti-Sikh riots: Order on Tytler's lie-detector test today

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 08:02 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Delhi Court on Friday will pronounce its order on the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) plea, seeking permission to conduct a lie-detector test on Congress leader Jagdish Tytler in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case.

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India should summon Pak's envoy: Defence expert

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 07:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Defence expert on Friday poked fun at Pakistan summoning Indian Deputy High commissioner and said that it is Islamabad which resorts to unprovoked ceasefire violation and that New Delhi should summon the Asian neighbor's envoy.

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Here are some Garrr-eat Pirate Getaways

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 07:11 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): As we enter the adventurous season, be off on-shore with these yo-ho hotels from Hotels.com.

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Trump to keep US embassy in Tel Aviv

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 07:11 IST

New York[U.S.], June 2 (ANI): President Donald Trump has signed the waiver keeping the US embassy to Israel in Tel Aviv, thus avoiding the initiative of moving it to a controversial location Jerusalem.

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US B-52 bombers to be deployed in Europe for NATO war games

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 07:05 IST

New York[U.S.], June 2 (ANI): The American Air Force is contemplating deploying US B52 strategic bombers and 800 US Air Force personnel to the United Kingdom in support of joint exercises with NATO allies and partners, taking place across Europe in June.

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20 things our food may contain

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): As a rule of thumb, foods are generally safe.

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Delhi HC to hear dengue, chikungunya matter

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will continue to hear petitions seeking action by the government and civic authorities to stop the spread of diseases such as dengue and chikungunya in the national capital.

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CA of Lalu's daughter to be produced at Delhi court today

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti's chartered accountant Rajesh Agarwal, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case, will be produced in a Delhi Court today.

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Obama laments over Trump's decision of quitting Paris climate accord

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New York[U.S.], June 2 (ANI): Former US President Barack Obama lamented over the decision of President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Paris climate deal, saying it was meant to "protect the world we leave to our children."

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Pak wants to prove India guilty: Cong

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Congress on Friday dubbed the incident of Pakistan Foreign Office summoning Deputy Indian High Commissioner J.P. Singh for lodging a protest over ceasefire violation along Line of Control (LoC) as the gamesmanship of Islamabad to prove India guilty.

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Another way to quit smoking: Homeopathy

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Kicking the butt is actually beneficial in many ways.

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Paris agreement cannot be renegotiated: World Leaders

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 06:02 IST

New York[U.S.], June 2 (ANI): Italy, France and Germany have issued a collective statement dismissing US President Donald Trump's suggestion of revising the global pact, hours after the latter decided to 'get out' from the Paris climate accord.

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Former FBI Director James Comey to testify on June 8

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:38 IST

New York[U.S.], June 2 (ANI): Former FBI Director James Comey will testify in open session before the Senate intelligence committee on June 8 about the investigation of possible collusion between Trump campaign and Russian officials.

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Pak summoning Indian Dy High Commissioner makes no sense: BJP

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday downplayed Pakistan Foreign Office summoning Deputy Indian High Commissioner J.P. Singh for lodging a protest over ceasefire violation along Line of Control (LoC) and said that the whole episode makes no sense.

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'Red Shoes' body shaming row: Tess Holliday on calling out Chloe Grace Moretz

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

Washington D.C. [US], June 2 (ANI): After condemning the poster of South Korean animated parody of the Snow White tale, 'Red Shoes & the 7 Dwarfs,' Tess Holliday says she was horrified when she saw a controversial poster.

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Drop in GDP a temporary affair: BJP

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Retorting to opposition's criticism against the recent GDP percentage, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said that the drop in economic activity is a temporary affair and that they will be disappointed soon.

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Trump targets India over Paris Climate Agreement

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New York [U.S.], June 2 (ANI): President Donald Trump specifically targeted India as he elaborated on "the disadvantages" of the Paris Climate Agreement, saying, due to the "draconian financial and economic burdens" the agreement imposes on the United States.

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PeeCee in controversy again, deletes Holocaust Memorial selfies

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Looks like controversy is the latest happening in Priyanka Chopra's life.

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PM Modi announces dedicated Russia desk: MEA

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 2 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced the creation of a dedicated desk for handling Russian investments at joint CEOs forum.

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Star Theatre New Jersey calls of Kathy Griffin's show post beheaded Trump video

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Looks like Kathy Griffin and her beheaded Trump photo row is not over yet.

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Bihar topper scam 2.0: Guilty will not be spared, says JD(U)

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:31 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): As results of the class 12 Bihar Board once again stirred controversy, the Janata Dal (United) on Friday said that an investigation in the matter has been instigated and that the guilty will not be spared.

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Earthquake: Magnitude 5.0 quake felt across Delhi, NCR

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 05:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Tremors measuring 5.0 magnitude on the Richter scale were felt in Delhi and adjoining areas of the National Capital Region (NCR) on early hours of Friday.

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Strong tremors felt in Delhi and NCR

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 04:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Strong tremors were felt in Delhi and adjoining areas of the National Capital Region (NCR) on early hours of Friday.

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Russia's position on Kashmir is clear: MEA

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 03:53 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said that the position of Russia on Kashmir is very clear and consistent and that "it's a sovereignty matter for India.

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ISIS attack at resort in Manila, 25 injured

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 03:27 IST

New York [U.S.], June 2 (ANI): Dozens of people were injured in an open gunfire at Resorts World Manila in Philippines in the early hours of Friday.

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Katrina is one of the best dancers in B'wood: Salman

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 02:26 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): Looks like Salman Khan leaves no stone unturned to express his fondness for Katrina Kaif.

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'We're getting out' from Paris climate accord" Trump

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 02:25 IST

New York [U.S.], June 2 (ANI): President Donald Trump has announced his decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord, arguing that the 2015 agreement was detrimental to the US economy.

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IIFA 2017: Alia 'can't wait' to go and perform in New York

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 02:24 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): Alia Bhatt, who has collaborated with the IIFA for the first time this year, can't hold on to the excitement of her debut performance on the award night.

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With IIFA, the globe is going to celebrate Katrina's b'day

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 02:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): IIFA 2017 will be yet more special for Katrina Kaif, as, other than the fact that it's happening at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New York, the event will be aired on July 16, on her birthday.

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India, Russia celebrate 70 years of Diplomatic ties, sign St Petersburg Declaration

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 01:11 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): Marking 70 years of diplomatic ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday signed the St Petersburg Declaration, envisaging an action plan for deepening relations in all areas, including political and economic development of the two countries and also to ensure that their ties contribute to the establishment of a more peaceful and just world order.

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PM Modi recalls his 16-year-ago Russia visit as CM

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 01:02 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): While jointly addressing the media with the Russian President Vladimir Putin at the 18th Annual India-Russia Summit at St. Petersburg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled his first visit to St. Petersburg as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001, when he came as part of the delegation of then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

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Will give jobs after forming Govt. in Telangana: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 00:14 IST

Sangareddy (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday vowed to provide job opportunities after coming into power in Telangana.

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No politics should be over President election: Birender Singh

Updated: Jun 02, 2017 00:06 IST

New Delhi [India] June 2 (ANI): Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday said that there should be a consensus candidate for the post of the President.

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Champions Trophy: Root, Morgan star in England's comprehensive win over B'desh

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:39 IST

London [U.K], June 1 (ANI): Joe Root smashed a scorching century, while skipper Eoin Morgan well supported him with his quick-fire fifty as England secured a comprehensive eight-wicket win over Bangladesh in their opening group clash of the Champions Trophy here at the Kennington Oval on Thursday.

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Anti-dumping policy decreases steel import, says Birender Singh

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:36 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday said that anti-dumping policy has helped in decreasing steel imports and has increased exports.

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Steel PSUs should tighten their belts: Birender Singh

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday said that the Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) steel manufacturing companies should tighten their belts to remain competitive in the international market.

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Bihar Education Minister backs board topper Ganesh Kumar

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:08 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 1 (ANI): Bihar Education Minister Ashok Choudhary on Thursday extended support to the Class 12th Board Exam Arts topper, Ganesh Kumar.

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Salman, Katrina, Alia dazzle at IIFA press conference

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was joined by leading ladies Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt at the official IIFA press conference on Thursday.

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ArcelorMittal, SAIL joint venture soon, says Steel Minister

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday said that the hurdles in the ArcelorMittal and Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Joint Venture (JV) have been cleared and very soon it would become realty.

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SSB flags off all women pre-Mount Everest expedition

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on Thursday flagged off all women pre-Mount Everest expedition to Mount Kamet.

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India, Russia ink five agreements to take strategic ties forward

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:46 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): India and Russia on Thursday signed five bilateral agreements during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Russia.

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Health Ministry confirms cases of Zika Virus in Gujarat

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Health Ministry on Thursday confirmed that the blood sample collected during laboratory surveillance from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation tested positive for Zika virus.

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India, Russia commit to upgrade, intensify defence cooperation

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:22 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): India and Russia on Thursday reiterated their commitment to upgrade and intensify bilateral military cooperation through joint manufacture, co-production and co-development of hardware and spares.

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Congress didn't accept Rahul Gandhi as leader, says Birender Singh

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:13 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Former Congress leader and Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh on Thursday said that even Congress party has not accepted Rahul Gandhi as its leader.

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India, Russia commit to early talks on FTA with EEU

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 22:02 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): Acknowledging the importance of developing economic cooperation at the regional level, India and Russia on Thursday said they will take steps to facilitate an early commencement of negotiations on a free trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and India.

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Earthquake of 3.2 magnitude hits Manipur

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:57 IST

Senapati (Manipur) [India], June 1 (ANI): Earthquake of 3.2 magnitude hit Senapati district in Manipur at around 5:48 pm today.

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EC wrote to NCP informing about selection of EVM for hackathon challenge

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:48 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday wrote to the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) stating that a total of 14 randomly selected Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) have been brought for the hackathon challenge.

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UN, UNSC must reflect contemporary realities, respond to challenges and threats: India, Russia

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:48 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): Emphasizing that the establishment of a multi-polar global order in international relations is a reflection of the natural and inevitable process of evolution of inter-state relations in the 21st century, India and Russia on Thursday reiterated their commitment to enhance collaboration to democratize the system of international relations based on the principles of the rule of law and the central role of the United Nations.

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India, Russia commit to combat terrorism in all of its manifestations

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:33 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): India and Russia on Thursday reiterated their strong aversion to terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and stressed that there can be no justification whatsoever for any act based on ideological, religious, political, racial, ethnic or any other reason.

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Take a look at `Big B and the Bachchan bunch`

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Following his 'ThrowbackThursday' ritual, Abhishek Bachchan took to social media to share an emotional picture of the 'Bachchan bunch' with Big B from the mid-80s.

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Bihar Board gives clean chit to topper Ganesh Kumar, says merits cannot be questioned

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:22 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], June 1 (ANI): After Bihar Arts topper, Ganesh Kumar failed to show any of his academic prowess raising speculation of yet another topper scam in the state, the Bihar School Exam Board Chairman Anand Kishore on Thursday gave clean chit to the former while saying that no one can raise question on his merit.

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Energy cooperation in focus,India and Russia vow to widen scope of bilateral ties

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:22 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): India and Russia on Thursday reiterated their commitment to take their strategic partnership forward and to continue to widen the scope of bilateral cooperation by launching large-scale initiatives in different spheres.

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Strike not good for farmer's welfare: Fadnavis

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 21:21 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said his government is open to talks with the farmers, adding that the indefinite strike called by them is going to affect them only.

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Delhi Tourism Minister says Signature Bridge must be completed by Dec.31

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:58 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Delhi Tourism Minister Rajinder Pal Gautam on Thursday said he has written a letter to the Chief Secretary of Delhi in which he has insisted that the construction of the Signature Bridge must be completed by December 31, 2017.

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Post cancellation of friendly matches, PCB slams ACB's baseless allegations

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:53 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has hit back over the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) after the latter cancelled the proposed series between the two countries in the wake of the recent Kabul attack.

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Explosives seized in Jharkhand

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:52 IST

Giridih (Jharkhand) [India], June 1 (ANI): In joint operations by troops of seven Battalion of CRPF and Jharkhand police, huge quantity of explosives were seized from a person's house in Giridih district.

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Champions Trophy: Proteas confident despite England loss, says de Villiers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:37 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 1 (ANI): Despite losing the recent ODI series against England, South Africa skipper AB de Villiers has said that he is satisfied with his team's preparation for the Champions Trophy, where they will begin their campaign against Sri Lanka on June 3 at the Oval.

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Hyderabad police apprehends three drug peddlers, seizes 450 gms Ketamine

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:34 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): At least three members of a drug peddling gang were apprehended by the Hyderabad Commissioner's Task Force here on Thursday.

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White House reiterates Trump's support for strong US-Israel alliance

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 20:28 IST

Washington [United States], June 1 (ANI): The White House on Thursday reiterated that President Donald Trump continues to favour and support a strong alliance between the United States and Israel, and added that his decision to delay the moving of the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem should not be seen as dilution of that support.

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Chhattisgarh: 13 Naxals arrested in Sukma

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:45 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 1 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, at least 13 Naxals were arrested by security forces from Chintalnar and Chintagufa areas, in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh on Thursday.

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Delhi court defers Yasin Bhatkal's petition hearing to July 18

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): A Delhi sessions court on Thursday heard arguments for the framing of charges against Indian Mujahideen (IM) co-founder Yasin Bhatkal and his aide Asadullah Akhtar in connection with the September 2008 Delhi serial blasts case, and fixed July 18 as the next date of hearing.

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Economy in deep crisis: CPI(M) on low GDP rate

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:26 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Thursday cornered the Centre over the reported decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth while saying that the economy was in deep crisis.

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Putin says Russia not involved in hacking

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:25 IST

St.Petersburg (Russia) June 1 (ANI): Russian President Vladmir Putin on Thursday maintained that Russia was not involved in any hacking act at the state level.

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Avoid social media for spreading rumours: Rajnath Singh

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Presenting the Police Medal for Gallantry and Police Medal for Meritorious Services to Border Security Forces (BSF) personnel at the 15th BSF Investiture Ceremony and delivering the Rustamji Memorial Lecture, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday laid emphasis on the fact that social media has become a tool to spread rumours and asked officers not to forward any message on that which is not authentic and not in the interest of the nation.

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UP Government transfers 20 IAS officers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:13 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government has transferred 20 more Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers.

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J-K: LeT module busted in Bandipora

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:12 IST

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], Jun 1 (ANI): A Lashkar e Taiba (LeT) module and five over ground workers (OGWs), set up with the aim of reviving terrorism in the area, has been busted in Bandipora by the Jammu and Kashmir police today.

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Naxal-hit Bastar gets 75 new police stations

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:11 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Chhattisgarh's Naxal-hit Bastar district has got 75 new police stations in a bid to counter left-wing extremism more effectively.

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RBI appoints S. Ganesh Kumar as New Executive Director

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 19:00 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday announced appointment of S. Ganesh Kumar as Executive Director (ED).

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Anil Kapoor's hilarious challenge to Ranveer, Arjun, Varun

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Bollywood's 'Jhakaas' actor Anil Kapoor has a hilarious challenge for the young boys of B-town-Ranveer Singh, Arjun Kapoor and Varun Dhawan.

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These are 6 possible names for Indian cricket team's next head coach

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:59 IST

Mumbai [India], June 1 (ANI): Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag and former Australian Test player Tom Moody are among the six people who have applied for the post of the head coach of Indian cricket team.

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Urban Ladder appoints Jaipal Singal as Chief Financial Officer

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Urban Ladder, India's leading furniture, and home decor brand today announced the appointment of Jaipal Singal as Chief Financial Officer with immediate effect.

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India, Russia friendship has not seen ups and downs: PM Modi

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:54 IST

St. Petersberg [Russia] June 1 (ANI): India and Russia have not seen ups and downs in bilateral relations, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

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EY launches DigiGST™, an Intelligent Tax Automation Tool for GST, hosted on Microsoft Azure

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): EY, the leading global professional services organization, today announced the launch of DigiGST™, its integrated GSP-ASP solution that provides organisations with end-to-end GST compliance support. DigiGST is hosted on the highly secure Microsoft Azure platform and combines EY's tax domain expertise, technology capabilities and deep Sector knowledge.

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Economy going down rapidly, says Chidambaram

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:47 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 1 (ANI): Former finance minister P. Chidambaram on Thursday said the economy is going down rapidly under the Narendra Modi led government.

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Last call for applications: Ashoka University's UG Programme, class of 2017

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Ashoka University, a pioneer in liberal arts education in India announced the deadline for its third and final round of admissions for the undergraduate programme to be June 16, 2017. Ashoka offers a multidisciplinary undergraduate programme in the interest of exposing students to different perspectives in and out of the classroom.

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National security being treated in cavalier manner: Congress

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:37 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Congress Party on Thursday accused the Centre for treating national security in a cavalier manner.

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`Bahubali 2: The Conclusion` (Hindi) creates history; reaches 500 cr milestone

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): It seems 'Bahubali 2: The Conclusion' is on a spree to break all possible records!

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Enabling job seekers to select the best, Aasaanjobs unveils its annual survey

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Adding a fillip to the Government's Startup India program which aims to promote entrepreneurship, innovation and job creation, Aasaanjobs, one of India's leading online recruitment marketplace connecting employers, consultants and job seekers for jobs across hierarchies in an organization, today announced the findings of its annual survey, titled Great Startups to work for in India, 2017.

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SEBI gives nod for proposed Airtel-Telenor India merger

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Telecomm services provider Bharti Airtel on Thursday announced receiving approvals from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) for the proposed scheme of merger between Airtel and Telenor (India) Communications Private Ltd.

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ED attaches assets Rs. 21 crore of arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari case in black money case

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday attached assets worth Rs. 21 crore of arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, first attachment in black money (undisclosed foreign income and assets) case.

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Salman-Sohail celebrate `Bhaihood` in `Tubelight`s `Naach Meri Jaan`

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The second song of the highly anticipated film 'Tubelight' is out and it celebrates 'Bhaihood'!

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NSDC, Bird Academy collaborates to train 35,000 candidates; to set up centre's in Aviation

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): With a strong focus to enhance skills and create a market ready workforce in the Aviation and Aerospace Sector, National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bird Academy to impart training to 35,000 candidates and set up Model Centers and CoEs across several locations across India.

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Telangana not getting what they dreamt of: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 18:06 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said the people of Telangana are not getting what they dreamed of, and therefore, the grand old party would like to give them that.

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UP Minister Swati Singh refrains from speaking on beer bar row

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:47 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Minister Swati Singh who has been facing lots of criticism after her photo of inaugurating a beer bar went viral on Thursday refrained from speaking on the same.

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ASSOCHAM, Videocon launch awareness drive for consumer electronic traders

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): In a view to generate awareness and educate retail partners around GST implications, ASSOCHAM and the leading consumer electronics and home appliances company Videocon organized the first-of-its-kind GST Summit for Traders on Thursday.

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`Pakeezah` actress Geeta Kapoor's son should be arrested: Ashoke Pandit

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:46 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit has demanded that Geeta Kapoor's son, who has allegedly abandoned her in a hospital halfway through her treatment, should be arrested to send a strong message across the society.

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NBCC capital has risen ten-fold under leadership of A K Mittal

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The National Building Construction Corporation Limited (NBCC) is making giant strides under the leadership of its Chairman and Managing Director A.K. Mittal.

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In larger scheme of things, India have not achieved much: Constantine

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Indian football coach Stephen Constantine believes that although the national side have been able to raise the bar in the last two years, they failed to achieve anything in larger scheme of things.

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Marriott International expands in Nepal; opens Fairfield in Kathmandu

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott International announced its opening of Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu on Thursday, which marks Marriott International's entry into Nepal and further expands the company's footprint in South Asia.

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We are fully focused on cricket, insists Smith amid CA pay dispute

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:30 IST

London [U.K], June 1 (ANI): As the long-standing pay dispute between the Cricket Australia and Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) continues, skipper Steve Smith has insisted that his team are entirely focused on their Champions Trophy campaign, which is beginning against New Zealand on Friday in Birmingham.

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Philippine military mistakenly kills own soldiers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:22 IST

Marawi [Philippines] June 1 (ANI): The Philippine military mistakenly killed its own 11 soldiers in the course of targeting Islamist militants, said a military official on Thursday.

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Amitabh Chaudhary denies reports of rift between Kumble, Kohli

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:19 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): Amitabh Chaudhary, Acting Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Thursday denied reports of rift between head coach Anil Kumble and skipper Virat Kohli, saying he "cannot see any smoke".

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India hands over 33 rescued Bangladeshi fishermen

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): India on Thursday handed over disaster relief supplies and 33 rescued fishermen to Bangladesh. The fishermen had been adrift for more than 36 hours after Cyclone MORA stuck Chittagong on May 31.

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J-K: 5 Pak soldiers killed in retaliatory firing by Indian Army

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 17:12 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India] June 1, (ANI): At least five Pakistani soldiers were killed and six others injured in retaliatory firing by Indian Army in the Bhimber and Battal sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.

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Terrorists killed in Sopore linked with Hizbul Mujahideen: J-K DGP

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:54 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): Two militants, who were killed by security forces in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area, had links with Hizbul Mujahideen and were behind an attack on a police party, said Director General of Police (DGP) S. P. Vaid

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SSB nabs Maoist Munna Yadav in Bihar

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:53 IST

Patna(Bihar) [India],June 1, (ANI): Munna Yadav, a hardcore Maoist was apprehended here on Thursday in a joint operation carried out by 27th battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and the local police.

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General Rawat discusses logistics improvement, security review on LoC

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:52 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India] June 1, (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Thursday held a meeting in Jammu and Kashmir and discussed issues of logistics improvement, mobilisation and security review on Line of Control (LoC) area.

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Post Kabul explosion, President Ghani orders execution of 11 terrorists

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:51 IST

Kabul [Aghanistan] June 1 (ANI) Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on Thursday ordered the execution of 11 Haqqani Network and Taliban prisoners, local media reported.

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Pak summons Indian Deputy High Commissioner over ceasefire violation

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:42 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan] June 1 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner over the alleged ceasefire violations by India on the Line of Control.

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AAI organises vigilance workshop at Bagdogra Airport

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:41 IST

Bagdogra (West Bengal) [India], June 1 (ANI): A workshop was organised by the corporate vigilance department of the Airports Authority of India at Bagdogra, West Bengal, on the topic "Vigilance as a Management Function".

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Sulekha ties up with Axis Bank to enable more visibility to its SMB & SME customers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): India's largest and fastest-growing digital platforms for local service Sulekha on Thursday announced its strategic partnership with Axis Bank to provide the bank's SMB and SME customers special access to Sulekha's local services marketplace.

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TravelTriangle sets new benchmarks; records GMV over Rs. 350 crore

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Fastest growing marketplace TravelTriangle on Thursday announced yet another benchmark by achieving unit economics profitability (earning revenues on every transaction post marketing, payment gateway, support and ops cost) and securing a gross marginal value of over Rs. 350 crore as of March 2017.

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Shraddha's friends respond to her relationship rumours with Farhan Akhtar

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): Contrary to multiple reports that have been doing the rounds about the relationship between Shraddha Kapoor and Farhan Akhtar, people close to the actress clarified that she is very much single and completely focusing on her work these days.

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L & T Technology Services Limited announces completion of Esencia acquisition

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:13 IST

Bangalore[India]/San Jose [United States], June 1 (ANI-Businesswire India): L & T Technology Services Limited, a leading global pure-play engineering services company, today announced the completion of the acquisition of Esencia Technologies, a provider of design services from specification to final product in digital signal processing for communications, video, security and networking.

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Install a majority government: Nepal President to politicos

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:12 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 1 (ANI): Nepal's President Bidhya Devi Bhadari has called all parties to work together to form a majority government.

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Indian Army releases list of 12 Kashmiri militants it aims to go after

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] June 1 (ANI): The Indian Army has this week released a list of 12 top Jammu and Kashmir militants it aims to "go after".

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19 Taliban killed in Afghanistan

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 16:05 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 1 (ANI): As many as 19 Taliban insurgents were gunned down on Thursday during a 24-hour operation conducted by security forces in Afghanistan's southern Helmand province.

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Power giant Engie likely to invest Rs. 6,500 crore in solar energy in India

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:54 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): French power giant Engie has announced its plans to invest a minimum of USD one billion (about Rs. 6,500 crore) in the solar segment in India over the next five years.

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Nepal ethnic minorities reluctant to participate in phase-II local polls

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:32 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 1 (ANI): The commencement of Phase II local polls in Nepal has casted further doubts as the agitating ethnic minorities are showing their reluctance to go for the polls, scheduled for June 28.

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Pak's aim not just to beat India, but win Champions Trophy: Haris Sohail

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:30 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 1 (ANI): Pakistan left-handed batsman Haris Sohail, who has been recalled in the ODI squad after a gap of almost two years, has insisted that his side's preparation for their Champions Trophy clash against arch-rivals India have been excellent, before adding that they are in England to win the title and not to make the numbers up.

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Chewable tobacco easily available in spite of SC ban, says survey

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): In lieu of World Tobacco Day being observed on Wednesday, citizen engagement platform LocalCircles' set of surveys revealed that out of the 10,143 responses, 86 percent said chewable tobacco is easily available, in spite of a ban being imposed on it by the Supreme Court (SC).

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Mamata slams Centre for slow growth in GDP

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:30 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 1 (ANI): Lashing out at the Centre for the decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday stated that her apprehensions about demonetisation have proved to be correct.

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Deepika raises the temperature with new MAXIM cover shoot

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): After conquering this year's Cannes film festival and MAXIM Hot 100 list, Deepika Padukone has again made everyone awe-struck with her hotness on the cover of MAXIM magazine.

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Yoga guru 'MSG' aims for Dronacharya Award

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:14 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on the recommendation of Dronacharya Award to Baba Gurmeet Ram Rahim said that it's a subject of AYUSH Ministry, adding that till now no award has been given in yoga.

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Maharashtra MoS Agriculture assures solution on farmer's agitation

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:13 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Jun 1 (ANI): Maharashtra Minister of State for Agriculture Sadabhau Khot on Thursday expressed confidence that the farmers would not do anything that would result in huge loss to them.

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Snapdeal partners with edX; to offer best in class education by top institutes of the world

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Snapdeal, India's largest online marketplace has partnered with the leading open online courses provider edX - a joint venture of MIT and Harvard.

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Champions Trophy: England opt to field against Bangladesh in opener

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 15:11 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): Hosts England have won the toss and opted to bowl first in their opening game of the Champions Trophy campaign againt Bangladesh here at the Kennington Oval on Thursday.

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CBI registers cases against Corporation Bank officials for cheating

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:55 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday registered three cases against the bank officials and the directors of private companies for cheating the Corporation bank to tune of Rs. nine crore in each case.

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Seven arrested with cannabis, country-made pistols in Delhi's Seemapuri

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], Jun 1 (ANI): In two similar cases, two people were arrested with almost 28 kg cannabis and two country-made pistols and five people caught with four country-made weapons in Delhi's Seemapuri area.

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CA pay dispute: Players willing to be `flexible` on revenue share

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:53 IST

Sydney [Australia], June 1 (ANI): The ongoing pay dispute between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers Association (ACA) might soon come to an end with the players willing to compromise on a major financial sticking point that lies at the core of the disagreement.

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'Falling GDP, Rising unemployment': Rahul Gandhi slams Centre

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Slamming the Union Government over the recent economic indicators that showed the country's Gross domestic product (GDP) growth to have slowed down, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday took to Twitter announcing the GDP figures with rising unemployment growing in the country.

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Court grants time in Devas-Antrix deal case

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): A special Central Branch Investigation (CBI) court on Thursday granted time till August 5 to the investigating agency to get sanction from authorities concerned to prosecute former Additional Secretary in the Department of Space Veena S. Rao in the Devas-Antrix deal case.

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Idris Elba, Kate Winslet fight to survive in 'The Mountains Between Us' trailer

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Kate Winslet and Idris Elba are stranded survivours in the new 'The Mountains Between Us' trailer.

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Communist Party of China expels member for practicing religion

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:48 IST

Beijing [China], June 1 (ANI): The Communist Party of China (CPC) from Northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region expelled its member for participating in religious activities.

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Govt. restored credibility of Indian economy: Jaitley

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): A day after the government released the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures for the last quarter, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley speaking on the completion of three years of the Modi Government expressed concern over slowdown in global trade, protectionism and geo-political uncertainties, adding that the current government has restored the credibility.

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EC bribery case: Dinakaran, Mallikarjun granted bail

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Thursday grants bail to T.T.V. Dinakaran and his aide Mallikarjun over allegedly bribing the Election Commission officials for the party's two leaves symbol.

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UP: After Rampur molestation, gangrape reported from Lucknow, one arrested

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:29 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Police on Thursday arrested one person out of three for allegedly gang-raping a girl at the King George's Medical University (KGMU).

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Louis Berger case: NBW issued against Digambar Kamat for non-appearance

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:28 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Panaji District and Sessions Court on Thursday issued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against former Goa chief minister Digambar Kamat for not appearing in the Louis Berger case.

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PM Modi pays floral tribute to WWII victims at Piskaryovskoye Cemetery

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:07 IST

St Petersburg [Russia] June 1 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Russia on Thursday paid floral tributes to the World War II victims at the Piskaryovskoye Cemetery in St. Petersburg.

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C-Zentrix appoints Arijit Chatterji as Chief Business Officer

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Gartner Magic Quadrant 2016 recognized product company C-Zentrix on Thursday announced the appointment of Arijit Chatterji, an industry veteran with nearly 20 years of work experience as their Chief Business Officer.

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Is Oasis re-union on the cards?

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:59 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): Oasis fans, Rejoice! The band might be re-uniting really soon.

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Kerala Police arrest eight Youth Congress workers for killing ox

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:59 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Kerala Police on Thursday arrested eight Youth Congress workers including former Indian Youth Congress (IYC) Kannur Parliament constituency committee Rijil Makutty for killing an ox.

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Andhra: Naval sailor sustains bullet injury on duty

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:58 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Naval Sailor VikasYadav on Thursday sustained a bullet injury while on duty as security sentry on INS Rana at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

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Nangarhar car bombing: Security force personnel killed, three civilians injured

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:57 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 1 (ANI): At least one security personal was killed and three civilians injured during a suicide car bomb explosion in Afghanistan's eastern Nangarhar province.

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Silks Building complaints: TN minister blames court cases for delay in taking actions

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:33 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 1 (ANI): Tamil Nadu minister Udumalai Radhakrishnan on Thursday said court cases are drawbacks in delay of taking actions in T. Nagar building (Silks building) complaints.

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KhelPlay's poker tournaments and events a big hit in Indian metro cities

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:32 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): KhelPlay played proud host to Live Poker Events at National Sports Club of India, one of Mumbai's premier sports Institutions and Bombay Connect, one of Mumbai's acclaimed co-working spaces.

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Hailee Steinfeld to star in 'Transformers' spin-off 'Bumblebee'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:23 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 1 (ANI): 'True Grit' star Hailee Steinfeld is all geared up to be a part of the war of the machines.

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GST council meeting on June 3 to discuss various limits on commodities

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Following the Centre's termed in approval of four supplementary bills related to the Goods and Service Tax (GST) that would bring India under 'one country, one tax' regime, Minister of State for Finance Arjun Ram Meghwal on Thursday asserted that the GST's council meeting will discuss various limits on commodities.

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'Stranger Things' Charlie Heaton to join 'X Men' spinoff

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:23 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 1 (ANI): Charlie Heaton, the 'Stranger Things' fame, is all set to join the mutant family.

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J-K: GREF labourer killed, two injured in Pak firing

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:22 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): One civil General Engineering Reserve Force (GREF) labourer was killed and two others, including a Border Security Force (BSF) head constable were injured in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army.

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Allan Border feels Ashes under 'threat' amid CA pay dispute

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:22 IST

Melbourne [Australia], June 1 (ANI): Former Australia skipper Allan Border has expressed his concerns for the incoming home Ashes series this year amidst the long-standing pay dispute between Cricket Australia and Australian Cricketers Association (ACA).

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Family support moderates college student suicide risk

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): When college students feel isolated and disconnected, support from family members can keep them from harming themselves during difficult times, according to a new study.

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Kashmiri martial arts player shines at international level

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): Ajaz Hussain of Srinagar's Allochi Bagh area bagged gold medal in an International Wushu Championship-2017 that was held at Armenia in Europe from April 21 to 24 in which ten countries had participated.

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Miniature artist designs golden nib to honour DMK's Karunanidhi

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 13:07 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 1 (ANI): Coimbatore's miniature artist Raja has designed a miniature golden nib with a diamond tip in order to honour Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Karunanidhi on his 94th birthday which will be celebrated on June 3.

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Maternity leave, a 'no-win situation' for women

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): Turns out, when it comes to maternity leave, women are 'damned either way.'

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No compromise will be tolerated with national interest: Rajnath

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:51 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Lauding the Indian Army for their immeasurable efforts in last few months, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday claimed that no compromise will be tolerated with national respect, adding that infiltration have been reduced after the surgical strike by India.

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S.S. Ahluwalia leads Indian Parliamentary delegation to Sweden

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:45 IST

Stockholm [Sweden] June 1 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, S.S. Ahluwalia on Thursday led an Indian Parliamentary Delegation seeking Swedish support for the global Convention against international terrorism at the United Nations.

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K'taka HM G. Parameshwara offers resignation

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:35 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 1 (ANI): Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Thursday offered to resign on instruction of high command for the upcoming assembly elections preparations.

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Tourists run risk of mistaking wild monkeys' angry pouts for 'kisses'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): Wildlife tourists are at a risk of being bitten by wild monkeys as many misread the animals' facial expressions, according to a recent study.

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Maharashtra: Milk spilled on road as farmers go on strike

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:31 IST

Shirdi (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Two tankers of milk were spilled on the road on Thursday in Shirdi as farmers from several districts went on indefinite strike in Maharashtra.

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BJP lauds Army, says India won't tolerate any terrorist activity

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Expressing delight over the death of two terrorists in the Sopore encounter earlier in the day, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said no terrorist activities will be tolerated in the nation, adding that the Indian Army is competent enough to tackle any such issue.

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UPSC results indicate emergence of women power: Centre

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): With another girl topping the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination third time in a row, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said it is an enthusiastic sign towards the emergence of women power.

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J-K: Two civilians injured in Pak shelling

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:15 IST

Krishna Ghati sector (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): Two civilians have been injured in shelling by Pakistan at Krishna Ghati sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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The older you feel, the worse your sex life is

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): Turns out, your sex life is only as old as you feel and feeling young at heart may increase those between-the-sheet sessions.

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Indian women's hockey team heads to Shillaroo for national camp

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): With eyes set on the Women's Hockey World League (HWL) Semi Final in Johannesburg, the Indian women's team on Thursday headed to SAI, HATC in Shillaroo for a 24-day camp beginning today.

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IIT-Madras students hold protest against Centre's ban on cattle sale

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 12:01 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 1 (ANI): The students at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT-Madras) on Thursday staged protest against the Central Government's notification banning the sale of cattle for slaughter.

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Patty Jenkins talks 'Thor 2' exit and when films disservice women

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:58 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 1 (ANI): Riding high on success with glowing reviews of her maiden superhero flick 'Wonder Woman', Patty Jenkins has finally opened up about her exit from Marvel's 'Thor: The Dark World'.

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Mathews likely to miss Lanka`s Champions Trophy opener

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:52 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): In a major blow to Sri Lanka, skipper Angelo Mathews is likely to miss his side's Champions Trophy opening match against South Africa on Saturday because of a calf injury.

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The tale of sperm's 'bendy' tail

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): A sperm tail utilises interconnected elastic springs to transmit mechanical information to distant parts of the tail, helping it to bend and ultimately swim towards an egg, according to a recent study.

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EU President warns Trump against Paris climate deal exit

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:51 IST

Berlin [Germany], June 1 (ANI): European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against his country's withdrawl from the Paris Accord on climate change.

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Kejriwal has turned Delhi into Bihar: BJP

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): A day after the Delhi Assembly witnessed dramatic moments when ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra was marshalled out following a scuffle with the party MLAs, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Parvesh Verma took a jibe at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by saying that the latter has turned Delhi into Bihar.

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Navy to court martial officer for molesting girl

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Indian Navy on Thursday initiated the process of court martialling an officer for allegedly molesting a girl.

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Ramchandra Guha resigns from BCCI's Committee of Administrators

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Ramchandra Guha on Thursday resigned from the Committee of Administrators (CoA) appointed by the Supreme Court to implement recommendations of Lodha Committee in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), citing personal reasons.

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Tiger Shroff shares first look of 'Munna Michael'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The poster of India's first dance-action movie 'Munna Michael' is out and it seems like Tiger Shroff is all set to show off his cool moves.

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Philippine military air strike 'accidently' kills 10 soldiers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:27 IST

Manila [Philippines], June 1 (ANI): The Philippine military airstrikes aimed at militants killed 10 of its soldiers and injured eight others, even as the government is struggling to take the southern Marawi city from the clutches of alleged Islamic State terrorists, the government officials said on Thursday

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John Terry wishes to play in 'showcase match' in Pakistan

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], June 1 (ANI): Veteran Chelsea defender John Terry has said that he wishes to visit Pakistan as part of Leisure Leagues Pakistan's (LLP) showcase match in the future.

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General Bipin Rawat reaches J-K, likely to hold meeting over security

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:18 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat reached Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, where he is likely to hold a conclave of the senior Army officers about the security scenario in the Valley.

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Frisco Chamber of Commerce announces HCL Technologies as first trustee partner

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:15 IST

Frisco (Texas) [United States], June 1 (ANI-Businesswire India): The Frisco Chamber of Commerce announced today a new partnership with HCL Technologies (HCL), a leading global IT services company.

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Andhra: Sailor dies under suspicious circumstances on INS Rana

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:11 IST

Visakhapatna (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): A sailor has died under suspicious circumstances on INS Rana in Naval dockyard early this morning.

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Molly Peters, former Bond girl, dies at 75

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Molly Peters, the Bond girl who was famous for her role in the movie 'Thunderball,' has died at the age of 75.

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Implement cow slaughter ban in Arunachal, says APCC president

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 11:05 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Accusing the Centre and state governments of pursuing dictatorial paths on the issue of what to eat and what not, what to wear and what not, Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) President Takam Sanjoy today challenged the BJP-led NDA Govt to implement cow slaughter in Arunachal Pradesh.

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CNN cuts ties with Kathy Griffin after Trump's beheading video

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:52 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): It seems like CNN does not want to take chances with Kathy Griffin after the controversial beheading video.

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Kejriwal attacks or threatens those who expose him: Kapil Mishra

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): After whistleblower in Public Works Department (PWD) scam Rahul Sharma, who has filed the first corruption case against the Bansal family was attacked by two unidentified persons yesterday, suspended Aam Aadmi Party (

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PM Modi urges to make 'Yoga Day' a memorable one

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:37 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): As the entire world awaits Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is a Yoga enthusiast has taken the initiative of making it popular among the masses.

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Chhattisgarh: Water tank serving as mobile tower for villagers

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:34 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India] June 1 (ANI): In the Naxal-affected Bastar district, along with the soldiers, the common rural population is also facing the problems of mobile network.

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Fleming backs Dhoni to continue till 2019 World Cup

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:32 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], June 1 (ANI): Former New Zealand Stephen Fleming skipper believes Mahendra Singh Dhoni can extend his international career until the 2019 World Cup, adding that the moment the wicketkeeper-batsman feels he has stopped performing and has become a hindrance, he will give up the game.

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New teen drivers 3 times as likely to be involved in deadly crash

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): Parents, do you let your teen turn a key in an ignition? According to a recent study, new teen drivers aged 16-17 years old are three times as likely as adults to be involved in a deadly crash.

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Varun Dhawan goes gaga over 'fun-in-sand' movie 'Baywatch'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:14 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Although Priyanka Chopra's debut Hollywood movie 'Baywatch' did not fare well at the American box-office, but she is getting appreciated for her role of the antagonist, Victoria Leeds.

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Chhattisgarh: Villager beaten to death over suspicion of black magic

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:14 IST

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 1 (ANI): The villagers beat a person to death under the pretext of him being a black magician.

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ACB orders probe of scam in purchase of medicines by Delhi Govt.

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:06 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has ordered probe of alleged scam in purchase of medicines by the Delhi Government.

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Lebanon officially bans 'Wonder Woman' movie

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 10:03 IST

Los Angeles [USA], June 1 (ANI): It looks like 'Wonder Woman' will not get a 'wondrous' start in Lebanon.

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India, Spain address Mediterranean issues for combating terrorism

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:58 IST

Saint Petersburg [Russia], June 1 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said that India and Spain discussed Mediterranean issues of mutual interest, including combating terrorism, threats to navigation security and trade.

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'Black hole' created in lab using this ultra-powerful laser

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): A team of scientists has created their own "black hole" using the world's most powerful X-ray laser.

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Cricket South Africa launches T20 Global League

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:35 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 1 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Wednesday announced the name of the South African T20 league to debut in the last quarter of 2017, with eight participating teams consisting of local and international players.

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Sopore encounter: Defence Experts appreciate Army's 'offensive mode'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:32 IST

New Delhi/Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Lauding the Indian Army's swift action in neutralizing two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore district, the defence experts on Thursday said this offensive mode of the security forces will help in flushing out terrorists from the Valley.

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Gene find could lead to treatment for memory loss

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): More than 100 genes linked to memory have been identified, paving the way for treatments for conditions like epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease.

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Champions Trophy: Treating India-Pakistan as a normal game, insists Azhar

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:23 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): Pakistani batsman Azhar Ali has insisted that the much anticipated high-voltage Champions Trophy opener against arch-rivals India to be played on June 4 in Birmingham would be just like any other game.

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Trump to announce decision on Paris Accord on Thursday amid exit reports

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:11 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): President Donald Trump has said that he will announce his decision whether the United States would pull out of the Paris Accord on climate change on Thursday.

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New tech brings easier cervical cancer screening closer to reality

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): A newly-developed handheld device for cervical cancer screening is promising to do away with uncomfortable speculums and high-cost colposcopes.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire, India retaliating strongly

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 09:00 IST

Naushera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Pakistani Army has initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics, 82 mm and 120 mm mortars along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Naushera and Krishna Ghati sectors.

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England to take on Bangladesh in Champions Trophy opener

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:58 IST

London [UK], June 1 (ANI): Hosts England will take on Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy 2017 opener at the Oval here on Thursday.

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Pune girl beats physical disability, scores 91.4 percent in Boards

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:57 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India] June 1 (ANI): Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12th student Harmehar Kaur Grewal has shown that physical discomfort cannot be a barrier to anyone if there is determination to achieve the goal.

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Big B wants smokers to kick the butt

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:49 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has urged smokers to quit the cigarette addiction.

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Maharashtra farmers to go on strike, demand loan waive off

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:49 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 1 (ANI): Farmers from several districts of Maharashtra will go on strike from today onwards as they are demanding for loan waive off.

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'Digital India' changing face of Himachal

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:44 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dream of a 'Digital India' is moving towards its goal with quick pace, with another state enjoying the perks of adopting digital systems.

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Trump Admin. to return Russian compounds in U.S.

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:40 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A], June 1 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is mulling to hand back two diplomatic compounds near New York and Maryland's Eastern Shore to Russia.

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Chennai's Silks Building starts collapsing as fire rages on

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:24 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 1 (ANI): Chennai's Silks Building has started collapsing after the fire fighters found it hard to douse the flames for more than 24 hours. Heavy plumes of smoke have engulfed the area.

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Three Mile Island's 1979 nuke accident linked to thyroid cancer

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): A team of researchers has found a link between the 1979 Three Mile Island nuclear accident and thyroid cancer cases in south-central Pennsylvania.

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UP: Helpless mother offers to sell kidney to pay daughters' school fees

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:16 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): It is rightly said that a mother can go to any extent when it comes to her children.

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Google marks ICC Champions Trophy with its addictive doodle

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Don't try the new Google Doodle, if you have some important work to do.

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Hyderabadis enjoy Haleem with the arrival of Ramzan

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 08:08 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): With the commencement of the holy month of Ramzan, the Hyderabadis are visiting shops to enjoy their favourite delicacy-Haleem.

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How multiple exposures to anaesthesia risk your kid's memory

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): A recent study has found that repeated exposure to a common anaesthesia drug early in life results in visual recognition memory impairment, which emerges after the first year of life and may persist long-term.

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UP: Six killed after bus collides with car on Yamuna Expressway

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:46 IST

Hathras (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 1 (ANI): As many as six members of a family were killed after their car collided with a bus on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Sadabad area on Thursday.

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J-K: Two terrorists killed in Sopore encounter

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:34 IST

Sopore (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): Two terrorists have been killed in the Sopore encounter that started in Nathi Pora area of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Icy Saturn moon, a possible victim of cosmic hit-and-run

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 1 (ANI): Enceladus, a large icy, oceanic moon of Saturn, may have flipped in an out-of-this-world wallop.

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WH offers explanation for Trump's 'covfefe' tweet

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 01 (ANI): After U.S. President Donald Trump puzzled everyone with his 'covfefe' tweet that went viral overnight, White House press secretary Sean Spicer on Wednesday offered a cryptic explanation.

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Encounter underway in J-K's Sopore

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:21 IST

Sopore (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 1 (ANI): An encounter is currently underway between the security forces and terrorists in Nathi Pora area of Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore.

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BJP should keep real picture of Indian economy in front of nation: Congress

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Congress on Thursday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in regard with the slow Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth and urged the saffron party to keep the real picture of the Indian economy in front of the nation.

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BJP lauds India's annual GDP growth at 7.1%

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:18 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): With the new estimates released on Wednesday showing the Indian economy at 7.1 percent in 2016-17, Bharatiya Janata Party national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi on Thursday lauded the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government for the India's GDP (gross domestic product).

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India, Spain for boosting anti-terror cooperation, economic ties: MEA

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:16 IST

On board (St. Petersburg), June 1 (ANI): The Minister of External Affairs Gopal Bagley averred that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second leg of the four-nation tour at Spain was a successful affair as the two nations agreed to strengthen ties on various issues.

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Trump blasts 'crooked Hillary' for blaming others for election loss

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 07:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 01 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump blasted his former presidential rival Hillary Clinton for blaming her electoral loss on various factors including, Russia, fake news, Democratic National Committee's data operation and anti-American forces.

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AAP leaders outraged sanctity of state assembly: Congress

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 06:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Congress party on Thursday castigated the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders for roughly handling their ex-party inmate Kapil Mishra and asserted that the incident had damaged the sanctity of the state assembly.

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Kapil Mishra roughed up: BJP urges LG to take action

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 06:53 IST

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders of manhandling rebel party leader Kapil Mishra in the Delhi Assembly and urged the Lieutenant Governor of the national capital to take cognizance of the matter.

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U.S. Air Force veteran gets 35 years in prison for supporting ISIS

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 06:37 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], June 1 (ANI): A U.S. Air Force veteran convicted of supporting the Islamic State (ISIS) was sentenced to 35 years in prison Wednesday.

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Muslims protest closure of madrasahs in Myanmar

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 06:34 IST

Yangon [Myanmar], June 01 (ANI): Muslims in the Yangon city of Myanmar on Wednesday protested the closure of two religious schools during the month of Ramadan.

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Gigi is 'alive, happy and strong'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 06:33 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): Trendsetter supermodel Gigi Hadid drives her passion and lifeline from her strict fitness regime.

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Reasons why vegetable oil is beneficial

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 04:23 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): Vegetable oils, derived from plant sources, play a vital role in providing nutrition.

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Armed man arrested from Trump hotel, averting possible 'disaster'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 04:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], June 01 (ANI): A Pennsylvania man was arrested on gun charges on Wednesday inside the Trump International Hotel, after a Bushmaster AR-15 assault-style weapon and dozens of rounds of ammunition were found in his vehicle.

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Clinton blames 'anti-American forces' for election loss

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 04:00 IST

New York [USA], June 01 (ANI): Hillary Clinton pointed that Russia, which she believes orchestrated a vast campaign of fake news to discredit her candidacy in the last year's presidential polls, as one of the reasons for her defeat.

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Sanjay Dutt joins hands with Omung Kumar again for 'Malang'

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 03:59 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): Sanjay Dutt will soon be seen in debut director Aarambhh Singh's romantic thriller 'Malang.'

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Kabul blast: 11 US citizens injured, death toll rises to 90

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 03:23 IST

New York [USA], June 1 (ANI): 11 Americans were among the 400 people injured in the massive explosion that rocked a highly secure diplomatic area in Kabul on Wednesday, killing at least 90 people.

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Sushma to rescue again: This time a Pak baby

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 02:56 IST

New Delhi [India], June 01 (ANI): External Affairs Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj came to the rescue of a Pakistani man who was unable to get a medical visa for the treatment of his infant.

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At least 13 dead in Turkish military helicopter crash

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 01:55 IST

Sirnak [Turkey], June 1 (ANI): At least 13 soldiers were killed after a Turkish military helicopter crashed near Turkey's border with Iraq after hitting a high-voltage transmission line, according to reports.

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Slovakian FM appointed next UNGA President

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 01:55 IST

United Nations, June 01 (ANI): Slovakian Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajcak has been appointed as the next United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President to lead the 72nd session in September.

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Post attack, Afghanistan cancels friendly matches with Pakistan

Updated: Jun 01, 2017 01:18 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 01 (ANI): In the wake of the latest Kabul attack, Afghanistan has cancelled friendly matches including initially agreed terms of mutual cricketing relationship with Pakistan.

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Trump to announce decision on Paris Accord over next few days

Updated: May 31, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has further delayed his decision on the Paris Climate Accord, saying that he will make his decision over the next few days.

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Rijiju praises SSB's band performance, says it keeps morale of troops high

Updated: May 31, 2017 23:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Praising the amazing band of Sashastra Seema Bal's (SSB), Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said that bands play a major role to motivate and keep the morale of the troops high.

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UPSC topper Nandini says she is realising her dream now

Updated: May 31, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Nandini K. R. who topped the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) civil services examination, 2016 on Wednesday expressed happiness over her feat, while saying that she had worked hard to achieve this outcome.

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Ramdas Athawale backs cattle sale ban, calls for protection of cows

Updated: May 31, 2017 23:04 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Minister of State for Social Justice Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday backed the Centre's decision to put restriction on the sale of cattle and said that cow is holy and it should be protected.

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PM Modi arrives on two-day Russia visit

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:56 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 31 (ANI): Following his visit to Germany and Spain, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in St. Petersburg, Russia as part of his four-nation Europe tour.

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Can't spend more taxpayers' money clearing Air India's debts: Panagariya

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): In the wake of reports surfacing on the apparent privatisation of the national carrier Air India, NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Arvind Panagariya on Wednesday asserted that owing to the voluminous debts linked with the airline, privatisation is the only feasible option.

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Petrol price increased by Rs. 1.23/litre, diesel by Rs. 0.89/litre

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Indian Oil Corporation Limited has decided to effect the following price changes with effect from midnight of May 31 / June 1.

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Employment generated 155 percent more in 2016-17: Venkaiah Naidu

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Minister of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation M. Venkaiah Naidu chaired the third Governing Council meeting of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) here today, to deliberate upon the steps to further strengthen the Mission at different levels.

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No student passed in past three years in this school of Haryana

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:22 IST

Jind (Haryana) [India], May 31 (ANI): What else could highlight the quality of education being provided in the Government School of Haryana that none of the students studying in Jind's Government school passed the Class 10th board exams in the past three years?

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European Commission takes action for clean, competitive and connected mobility

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:21 IST

Brussels [Belgium], 31 May (ANI): With the aim to help the mobility and transport sector to remain competitive in a socially fair transition towards clean energy and digitalisation, the European Commission on Wednesday took several steps to modernise European mobility and transport.

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Indian economy growing steadily despite global headwind: FICCI

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Despite the ongoing global economic headwind, the Indian economy is moving steadily on the growth trajectory, according to the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

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NASA to launch world's first mission into Sun's atmosphere in 2018

Updated: May 31, 2017 22:20 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 31 (ANI): The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for the very first time will launch a probe mission directly into the atmosphere of the sun in 2018.

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Two more arrested in Rampur molestation case

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:58 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Two more people have been arrested by the police in the Rampur molestation incident.

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Slowdown in GDP growth intensified by note ban, notes ICRA

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Soon after the Central Statistics Office (CSO) released the new estimates of the growth of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the fourth quarter of the current financial year, credit-rating body ICRA asserted that the slowdown in the growth of GDP that had already set was intensified by the note ban.

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President Mukherjee approves NCSC officials' appointment

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday approved the appointment of officials in the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC).

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Peacocks are Brahmachari, they don't have sex: Rajasthan HC judge

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Sharing a baffling view on the national bird peacock, Rajasthan High Court judge Justice Mahesh Chandra Sharma on Wednesday said they are brahmachari (celibrate) and don't have sex.

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AMU not serving food to non-Muslim students during Ramazan

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:57 IST

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Sparking yet another communal controversy, Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is allegedly not serving breakfast and lunch to the non-Muslim students during the ongoing month-long fasting fest of Ramazan.

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Paes, Bopanna advance; Mirza bows out of French Open

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:34 IST

Paris [France], May 31 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Leander Paes and his American partner Scott Lipsky produced a spirited performance as they bounced back from a set down to book their place in second round of the French Open here on Wednesday.

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Russia expels Estonian diplomats in tit-for-tat move

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:33 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 31 (ANI): Moscow has expelled Estonian diplomats from Russia in response to Tallinn's expulsion of Russian diplomats from the country last week.

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Pilots of crashed IAF SU-30 aircraft "fatally injured"

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Squadron Leader D. Pankaj and Flight Lieutenant S. Achudev, the pilots of the Su-30 aircraft sustained fatal injuries when the aircraft crashed approximately 60 km from Tezpur Airbase on May 23.

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NDMC offers job to deceased e-rickshaw driver's wife

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Wednesday offered job to the wife of e-rickshaw driver who was beaten to death after he opposed two men urinating in public in the national capital.

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Djokovic cruises into French Open third round

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:26 IST

Paris [France], May 31 (ANI): World number two Novak Djokovic continued his rich vein of form as he swept aside Joao Sousa of Portugal in straight sets to storm into the third round of the French Open here on Wednesday.

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'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' gets tax free in Delhi

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' got a tax free status in the national capital on Tuesday.

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Salman bhai used to call my mom Laali Maa: Varun Dhawan

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Varun Dhawan is the next guest on Filmfare's newly-launched celebrity chat show titled 'Famously Filmfare' where he will talk at length about his life, relationships and career.

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It's unfortunate but 'Sanghamitra' is not on my mind for now: Shruti Haasan

Updated: May 31, 2017 21:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): It came as a huge surprise when Bollywood actress Shruti Haasan, who recently launched the first look poster of 'Sanghamitra' at Cannes International Film Festival, opted out of the film.

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Uma Bharti extends support to WB Govt. on Namami Gange Programme

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:56 IST

Farakka (West Bengal) [India], May 31 (ANI): Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Uma Bharti has said that trash skimmers will be deployed soon in West Bengal for solid management.

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Govt. credits people's faith for its achievement

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:55 IST

Gunupur (Odisha) [India], May 31 (ANI): As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organised its first 'Modi Fest', marking three years of the NDA Government at the Centre, Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday said the people's enthusiasm seen in the fest, indicates their trust on the government.

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Nitish assures to chalk out plan for education system's improvement

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:51 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 31 (ANI): After majority of Class 12 students flunked the Bihar Board Exam, state Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday asserted that an action plan will be chalked out to improve the education system in the state.

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Vice President condemns Kabul bombing, calls for punishment of perpetrators

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Vice President M. Hamid Ansari has condemned the terror attack in Kabul.

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Europe on the Move: Commission takes action for clean, competitive and connected mobility

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:50 IST

Brussels [Belgium], 31 May (ANI): With the aim to help the mobility and transport sector to remain competitive in a socially fair transition towards clean energy and digitalisation, the European Commission on Wednesday took several steps to modernise European mobility and transport.

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Top Indian athletes in action at Patiala for Federation Cup

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:30 IST

Patiala [India], May 31 (ANI): India's top track and field athletes will be in action during the 21st Federation Cup Senior Athletics Championships which will kick-off at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS) here on Thursday.

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Nandini K.R. tops UPSC Civil Services examination 2016

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Nandini K. R. has topped the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) civil services examination, 2016.

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GST Bill passed in Delhi Legislative Assembly

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Delhi Legislative Assembly on Wednesday unanimously passed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, paving way for its roll out as per schedule on July 1.

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Foreign currency worth Rs. two crore seized at Delhi airport

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Delhi airport customs officials on Wednesday seized foreign currency worth Rs. 2.52 crore from an Afghan national, who was trying to hand it over to a passenger going to Dubai.

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Mechanic's son tops Jharkhand Board exam

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:17 IST

Dumka (Jharkhand) [India] May 31 (ANI): Amid the dip in the pass percentage of class 10 board examination in Jharkhand, Gunjan Pal, a motor mechanic's son has topped the state's matric exam by securing 95.8 percent marks.

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Arsene Wenger renews contract with Arsenal until 2019

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:03 IST

London [U.K], May 31 (ANI): Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has signed a new two-year contract extension that will keep him at the Emirates Stadium club until at least 2019.

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Shaktikanta Das retires as Economic Affairs Secretary; Tapan Ray succeeds

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Economic Affairs Secretary Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday announced his retirement as the Corporate Affairs Secretary, after being associated with the Government of India for almost 37 years.

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VAT Refund Scam: ED attaches assets worth Rs. 1.14 crore

Updated: May 31, 2017 20:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday attached immovable properties worth Rs. 1.14 crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, belonging to one Rajeev Mehan of Ludhiana who was involved in availing VAT refund fraudulently.

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GDP of 7.1 pct is a healthy economic growth number: Arvind Subramanian

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Chief Economic Advisor Arvind Subramanian on Wednesday asserted that the Macro-economic instruments should be put together and deployed along with the policy support, to bring back the Indian economy to its full potential.

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Gunman kills two inside a school in Riyadh

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:49 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 31 (ANI): At least two people including an American national were reportedly killed after a gunman opened fire inside a school in Riyadh on Wednesday.

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John Abraham commences shooting for 'Parmanu-The Story of Pokhran'

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): John Abraham has kickstarted the shoot for his next film 'Parmanu-The Story of Pokhran', which is bsed on the nuclear test conducted at Pokhran in 1998.

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Indian companies to visit Canada to explore business opportunities

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): High Commissioner for Canada to India Nadir Patel on Wednesday gave a nod to Indian companies to visit Canada to seek new partners, find opportunities to launch start-ups, explore investment opportunities, and identify new products and technologies for use in India.

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CPWD officer trainees meet President Mukherjee

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A group of officer trainees of Central Engineering Service (Civil) and Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service called on President Pranab Mukherjee today at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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BPCL issues notice to Tej Pratap Yadav seeking explanation on petrol pump license

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:28 IST

Patna (Bihar) / New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) on Wednesday issued notice to Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav seeking an explanation on the petrol pump license.

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Petra Kvitova's comeback ends in French Open second round

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:23 IST

Paris [France], May 31 (ANI): Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova's return to action came to an end in the second round of the French Open after she was crashed out by American qualifier Bethanie Mattek-Sands in straight sets on Wednesday.

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IAEA exhorts nuke energy countries to ensure safety

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:18 IST

Vienna (Austria) [World] May 31 (ANI): The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has exhorted the countries with nuclear energy capabilities to ensure nuclear safety to avoid Fukushima like accidents.

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Amit Shah eats lunch with Gujarat tribal family

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:16 IST

Chhota Udaipur (Gujarat) [India], May 31 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Wednesday sought the support of tribal population in poll-bound Gujarat.

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Trump likely to withdraw from Paris climate deal

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:15 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 31 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump is likely to withdraw the nation from the Paris Agreement on climate change, local media reports said.

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GDP estimated to grow at 7.1 percent in 2016-17

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): As per the new estimates released on Wednesday, the Indian economy has grew at 7.1 percent in 2016-17 in line with the expansion projected in February, after a 6.1 percent growth in January-March quarter, indicating stress of demonetisation.

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Experience Japan and South Korea like never before!

Updated: May 31, 2017 19:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 31 (ANI): Flight Shop - a wholly owned Indian subsidiary of FCTG, Australia, recently announced a joint-partnership with Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) to offer combined holiday packages to the discerning Indian traveller.

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`Victoria` Judi Dench was very welcoming: `Abdul` Ali Fazal

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:59 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 31 (ANI): Bollywood actor Ali Fazal, who is working with Hollywood veteran Judi Dench in his maiden English movie 'Victoria and Abdul', said the actress was extremely welcoming towards him.

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Asian Development Bank, Punjab National Bank to finance solar rooftop projects

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Punjab National Bank (PNB) on Tuesday signed a financing loan worth USD 100 million, to be guaranteed by the Government of India, in order to finance large solar rooftop systems on industrial and commercial buildings throughout India.

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Men's summer fashion guide: Beat the heat in style!

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Hot weather necessitates that we do more with less and when it comes to a well-dressed man's summer wardrobe, there's more to it than just shorts and T-shirts.

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Cyclone Mora: Heavy rain causes flood in Manipur

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:50 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 31 (ANI): Heavy rainfall in the past three days in Manipur triggered panic among residents after water bodies including rivers and lakes were swollen, causing flash flooding in many parts of Imphal.

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Crime against women decreased in the Valley

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:50 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 31 (ANI): The crime against women has decreased when compared to previous year as there were 2,920 cases in 2016 and 3,539 cases in 2015; this was revealed in the annual edition of crime gazette for the year 2016, which was released in Srinagar on Wednesday. Be it rape, molestation, kidnapping or abduction, the overall graph of crime against women in the valley was little better last year.

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PM Modi embarks on Russia tour

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:47 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 31 (ANI): Following his visit to Germany and Spain, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednsday embarked for St. Petersburg, Russia as part of his four-nation Europe tour.

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Navy committed to absorb new technologies through self-reliance: Admiral Lanba

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Admiral Sunil Lanba PVSM, AVSM, ADC, Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy and Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee, today underlined four primary expectations of the Indian Navy from industry to build a force of tomorrow which is armed with cutting edge technologies with a distinct 'Make in India' stamp.

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Influenza may up risk of Parkinson's disease

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Beware! A study has recently revealed that environmental factors, including influenza, may put you at an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.

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Nirmal Singh reviews arrangements for Mata Kheer Bhawani festival

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:34 IST

Ganderbal (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 31 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Wednesday visited Mata Kheer Bhawani temple at Tulmulla in Ganderbal district to review the arrangements for the annual festival.

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AAP leaders becoming goons, alleges ex-party member

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Hitting out at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) lawmakers who allegedly assaulted ousted leader Kapil Mishra in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, former party member Mayank Gandhi on Wednesday dubbed the incident 'sad' while saying that the party leader are turning goons.

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Yogi to help if Hindu, Muslim agree to resolve Ayodhya issue

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:32 IST

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that his government will provide complete support, if both the Hindus and Muslims communities agree to resolve the controversial Ram Temple issue.

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RTI activist rebuffs Netaji's plane crash theory as 'debunked'

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:32 IST

Hooghly (West Bengal) [India] May 31 (ANI): Expressing displeasure over the Centre's reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Sayak Sen, the RTI activist who filed the RTI vis-a-vis Bose' s death rubbished three different reports and commissions, dubbing the plane crash theory as a pretty old story which has been debunked way back.

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Strauss sees IPL as risk worth taking for England

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:31 IST

London [UK], May 31 (ANI): England director of cricket Andrew Strauss has defended his decision to allow his side's key players to participate in the recently-concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) despite their subsequent injury concerns.

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`Injured` Wahab Riaz doubtful for India-Pak Champions Trophy clash

Updated: May 31, 2017 18:07 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 31 (ANI): In what may come as a major setback for Pakistan, fast bowler Wahab Riaz is doubtful for the Champions Trophy opener against arch-rivals India because of a knee injury.

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U.S. Embassy issues security threat post Kabul bombing

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:57 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): The U.S. Embassy in Kabul has issued a fresh security alerts for its citizens in Afghanistan after as many as 80 people were killed and several others injured in a suicide car bomb attack in Kabul's diplomatic enclave area on Wednesday.

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You should be ashamed: Donald Trump to Kathy Griffin

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Donald Trump has said that Kathy Griffin should be 'ashamed of herself' after she posted a photo with a bloodied replica of the U.S. President 's decapitated head.

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Mumbai: 59 high intensity explosive cells defused

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 31 (ANI): The Commandoes of National Security Guard (NSG), police and bomb disposal squad on Wednesday defused 59 high intensity explosive cells here.

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Congress banks upon Siddaramaiah in K'taka polls

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday said the upcoming state elections will be fought under the leadership of Chief Minister K. Siddaramaiah.

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Powerful campaign shows tobacco use fuelling India's TB epidemic

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India, has launched the world's first national tobacco control mass media campaign to warn people of the increased risk of tuberculosis (TB) and dying from TB associated with smoking cigarettes or bidis, or being exposed to second-hand smoke.

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Sicap ventures into Indian market, opens R&D centre in Kolkata

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Sicap, a Switzerland-based global mobile network software solutions provider on Wednesday announced the opening of a Global Development and Support Centre (GDSC) in Kolkata, as part of the company's expansion plan in the Indian market, hailed as one of the fastest growing telecom markets in the world.

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Tripura unites against Centre's 'unconstitutional' cattle ban rule

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:32 IST

Agartala(Tripura)[India],May 31(ANI): Denouncing the Centre's cattle trade notification, Tripura Assembly's Deputy Speaker Prabitra Kar on Wednesday dubbed the rule 'unconstitutional', while saying that to implement such law in multi-cultural country is not possible.

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BJP, Cong demand punishment for Kapil Mishra's attackers

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Slamming the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) lawmakers who allegedly assaulted ousted leader Kapil Mishra in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday demanded resignation and punishment for the attackers.

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Here's what causes hearing loss

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): A study has recently found that a genetic change that may cause jaw malformation can also trigger hearing defects.

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PM Modi meets Spanish King Felipe VI at The Palace of Zarzuela

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:23 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 31 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Spanish King Felipe VI at The Palace of Zarzuela on the outskirts of Madrid, near the Royal Palace of El Pardo.

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MNRE de-empanels 71 solar rooftop channel partners

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has de-empanelled 71 channel partners/new entrepreneurs for failing to enter installation data for grid connected solar rooftop projects.

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Four police personnel injured in grenade attack near J-K bank in Sopore

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:10 IST

Sopore (Jammu and Kashmir), [India], May 31 (ANI): Terrorists on Wednesday hurled grenade at a Police party near Jammu and Kashmir Bank in Sopore.

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PM Modi interacts with leading Spanish companies' CEO

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:08 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 31 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday interacted with the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of leading Spanish companies while on his visit to Spain to attract investment into the country.

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A new social website for cricket lovers 'Criconet'

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI-NewsVoir): Selectronic India has announced the launch of a website - www.criconetonline.com that aims to unite cricket enthusiasts and fans around the world.

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Adarsh Credit Co-operative Society Ltd. net profit rises to Rs. 430.10 cr for FY 2016-17

Updated: May 31, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI-NewsVoir): India's leading credit co-operative society, Adarsh Credit Co-operative Society Ltd. announced its financial performance for the financial year 2016 - 17, along with balance sheet and profit and loss account for the financial year ending 31st March 2017.

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Pre-monsoon reaches Goa, widespread rain expected in next two days

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:58 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], May 31 (ANI): Director of India Meteorological Centre Goa M. L. Sahu on Wednesday said the pre-monsoon has reached the state and widespread rain is expected in the next two days.

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Cyclone Mora: Indian Navy keeping close track, deploying relief ships

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31(ANI): Navy PRO D. K. Sharma on Wednesday said the Indian Navy is closely tracking the developments and has kept ships standby with all the relief materials to counter Cyclone Mora aftermath.

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Climate change-influenced fires, storms, insects risking forests worldwide

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): The climate change-influenced droughts, fires and wind as well as insects and fungal attacks are resulting in stress for the forests of the Earth, according to a recent research.

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Tennis is full of lesbians, claims Margaret Court

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:50 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 31 (ANI): 24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court has made a shocking claim that "tennis is full of lesbians" and transgender children were the work of "the devil", following a row over her earlier remarks on gay marriage.

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`Fit-again` Lynn hopes for chance to unleash in Champions Trophy

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:49 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 31 (ANI): Australian batsman Chris Lynn has expressed his doubt whether he will start against New Zealand in his side's Champions Trophy opener, but added he is ready to take his Indian Premier League (IPL) form into the international arena.

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The more you breastfeed, the lower is uterus cancer risk

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Women who have breastfed at least one child have a lower risk of cancer of the uterus, according to a recent study.

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Antraweb to train 10,000 people in GST preparation and implementation

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI-NewsVoir): Antraweb Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a master Tally partner has taken an initiative of training around 10,000 people on Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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A new genetic weapon in fight against bowel cancer

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): A team of researchers has identified the 'genetic signatures' in bowel cancer cells that can help identify the best treatments for those with the condition.

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Youth prone to misuse of personal information: Kaspersky study

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A study conducted by Kaspersky Lab has revealed that over 93 percent of people make their personal information accessible to strangers, out of which 70 percent share photos and videos of their children and the rest 45 percent share their own private videos and photos.

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Giriraj dares to organise 'pork festival'

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India] May 31 (ANI): Union Minister Agriculture Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday lashed out at those who have been organising beef fests and dared them to organise a 'pork festival'.

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Indian envoy in Nepal honours Everest climber Anshu Jamsenpa

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:26 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 31 (ANI): The Embassy of India in Nepal organized a Hi-Tea in honour of Anshu Jamnsenpa where the Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Singh Puri met and interacted with the mountaineer and congratulated her for her world record Mount Everest climb.

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Tobacco, smoking scourge in the society at all levels

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): India is the second largest consumer of tobacco and related products. The country records over 8 to 9 lakh deaths every year due to tobacco-related diseases.

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India deplores heinous terrorist attack in Kabul

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): India strongly deplored the heinous and reprehensible terrorist attack in Kabul today.

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Kerala HC backs Centre's order on sale of cattle

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:14 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], May 31 (ANI): Hours after the Kerala Government opposed the order notice issued by the Central Environment Ministry in controlling the sale of cattle, the state High Court on Wednesday backed the Centre's decision.

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CBDT extends due date for furnishing Statement of Financial Transaction

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Wednesday announced extension of the date of filing for Statement of Financial Transaction (SFT) under Section 285BA of the Income-tax Act, 1961, which requires furnishing under Rule 114E of the Income-tax Rules, 1962.

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Taliban rules out role in Kabul bombing

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:03 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): The Taliban in Afghanistan said on Wednesday that it had no role in the deadly bombing that took place in the diplomatic enclave in capital Kabul that left at least 80 dead and injured around 350.

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One arrested in e-rickshaw driver murder case

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A person has been arrested and one (juvenile) has been apprehended in connection with the E-rickshaw driver murder case.

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Cows deserve respect similar to that of parents: Rajasthan HC

Updated: May 31, 2017 16:02 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 31 (ANI): Welcoming and abiding by the judgment of the Rajasthan High Court in recommending the Centre that the cow should be made the national animal, the Rajasthan High Court on Wednesday stated that cows deserve respect similar to that of parents.

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IAAF allows three Russians to compete as neutral athletes

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:58 IST

Monte Carlo [Monaco], May 31 (ANI): Three female Russian athletes have been allowed by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to compete internationally as neutrals.

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AAP denies attack on Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 31 (ANI): Denying the allegations of suspended Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra to have been manhandled and pushed by the party leaders inside the Delhi Assembly today, the Arvind Kejriwal-led party said the former's conduct was visible to everyone and he wasn't beaten up by anybody.

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Vanessa Hudgens tapped to judge 'So You Think You Can Dance'

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Vanessa Hudgens has boarded the hot tamale train as a judge.

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Protestors challenge 'cow rakshaks' by openly eating beef

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:45 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] May 31 (ANI): The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Wednesday witnessed protests against the attack on an institution's research scholar who participated in the beef fest on the campus on Sunday. A group of protestors challenged cow rakshaks (vigilantes) by openly eating beef during the protest.

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Delhi: Pre-Monsoon rains drop mercury, bring relief

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Pre-monsoon rains lashed in several parts of Delhi - National Capital Region (NCR) on Wednesday, as predicted by the Skymet Weather.

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Rebellious behaviour nearly cost Robert Pattinson his 'Twilight' role

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:38 IST

New York [USA], May 31 (ANI): Robert Panttinson has revealed that he nearly got booted off the 'Twilight' series that made him famous.

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Delhi HC rebukes Delhi Govt. over dengue, chikungunya menace

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Rebuking the Delhi Government over the unaddressed problem of garbage lying unattended in the city leading to vector-borne diseases such as dengue and chikungunya, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday warned the former of facing a contempt notice in the matter.

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Russian probe: Michael Flynn to provide documents to Senate by June 6

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:24 IST

New York [U.S.], May31 (ANI) :Former national security adviser Michael Flynn has agreed to provide documents to the Senate intelligence committee, in connection with the probe into Russia's meddling in the 2016 election.

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Kapil Mishra attacked by AAP MLAs, thrown out of Delhi Assembly

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Delhi Assembly on Wednesday witnessed high drama when sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra was attacked by AAP MLAs and others, after which the speaker ordered him to be marshalled out of the house.

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Commodity price inflation to impact cost of low-voltage electrical equipment

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A recovery in Asian demand and supply constraints in the global market has sparked an increase in price of commodities like copper, pushing manufacturers to increase cost of low-voltage electrical equipment.

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Jennifer Garner boxing her way through divorce from Ben Affleck

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:09 IST

New York [USA], May 31 (ANI): Jennifer Garner may be going through the pain of her divorce from Ben Affleck, but looks like, she is one tough person.

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India-Spain strengthen bilateral ties, sign seven crucial agreements

Updated: May 31, 2017 15:00 IST

Madrid [Spain],May 31 (ANI): India and Spain on Wednesday signed seven agreements across multiple sectors following delegation-level talks, co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Mariano Rajoy in Madrid.

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EC bribery case: Order on Dinakaran's bail plea deferred till tomorrow

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Wednesday deferred till tomorrow the order on the bail plea of ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader TTV Dinakaran in the Election Commission bribery case.

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Will Govt. decide what we should eat or not: Yechury

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Condemning the attack on an IIT-Madras PhD scholar by some students protesting against a "beef fest" held on the campus, Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI (M) leader Sitaram Yechury questioned the Centre if the government will decide as to what people should eat and what not?

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Smokeless tobacco, sheesha equally harmful

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): If you think smokeless tobacco or sheesha is not harmful for your health, think again.

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Lack of female representation in Cannes is disturbing: Jessica Chastain

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:39 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 31 (ANI): In the closing press conference of this year's Cannes Film Festival, actress Jessica Chastain took the moment to voice her concern on the onscreen representation of women in this year's line-up.

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DMK jumps on 'beef ban protest' bandwagon

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:25 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] May 31 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday jumped on the beef ban protest bandwagon in the state.

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Belgian PM suffers hearing loss after princess fires starting pistol

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:18 IST

New York [U.S.], May 31 (ANI):Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel was forced to seek medical treatement after Princess Astrid fired a starter's pistol signaling the start of a 20K road race in Brussels.

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Constantine taught me how to think like winner: midfielder Rowllin Borges

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Football pundits claim that on the pitch you can find Chelsea's N'Golo Kante everywhere. Although a far cry from the two-time English Premier League champion and no less than 1000 miles apart, Goan Rowllin Borges is writing his own version of Kante for the Indian men's national team under the tutelage of head coach Stephen Constantine.

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Liverpool agree terms to sign Dominic Solanke

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:17 IST

Liverpool [UK], May 31 (ANI): Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Dominic Solanke to sign the England youth international this summer.

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NGT issues notice to Yogi Govt. over groundwater contamination

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:10 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Wednesday has issued notice to Uttar Pradesh pollution control board and District Magistrate of Sambhal, on a plea citing concern over drinking water of being heavily contaminated.

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Chinese company to invest in bus manufacturing plant in Pakistan

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 31 (ANI): Renowned Chinese company Yutong Bus has reportedly expressed interest in investing in inter-city and intra-city bus services in Pakistan's Sindh province.

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Chandra Kumar Bose calls for PM Modi's intervention in Netaji's matter

Updated: May 31, 2017 14:09 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] May 31 (ANI): Expressing displeasure over the Centre's reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Netaji's grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in the matter and instruct the officials to not give bogus reports.

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Taliban influence already present in nine Afghan provinces, says South Asian expert

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:57 IST

New Delhi [India] May 31 (ANI): In the wake of the Kabul blast in which around 80 people have been killed and more than 350 other injured, South Asia expert Dr. Waiel Awwad on Wednesday laid stress on the consolidated stemming of the Taliban in the country.

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Cattle ban: Kerala CM to challenge Centre, calls for all CM meeting

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:57 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 31 (ANI): Announcing his decision to challenge the Centre over its cattle ban, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said that he will call for a meeting of all the Chief Ministers, asserting that the Union Government does not have the right to issue such an order.

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Make cow the national animal: Rajasthan HC to Centre

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:51 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 31 (ANI): In the hearing over the Hingonia Gaushala matter, the Rajasthan High Court on Wednesday recommended the Centre that the cow be made the national animal, further adding that the punishment for cow slaughter should be escalated to life imprisonment.

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Chola MS General Insurance raises Rs. 100cr of Tier II capital to fuel growth in fiscal 2017-18

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI-NewsVoir): Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company Limited has announced the successful private placement of 1,000 Unsecured, Subordinated, Fully Paid-up, Listed, Redeemable, Non-Convertible Debentures having face value of Rs. 10,00,000 each (the NCDs), at par, aggregating to Rs. 100 crores. The coupon rate is 8.75 percent per annum and a maturity period of 10 years with a call option after 5 years.

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Zachary Quinto lands room in 'Hotel Artemis'

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:38 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 31 (ANI): A near-future thriller 'Hotel Artemis' is turning out to be a well made home for the A-list actors of Hollywood.

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India will beat Pakistan, win Champions Trophy: Laxman

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:38 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 31 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman has backed the Virat Kohli-led side to not only beat arch-rivals Pakistan in their Champions Trophy opener, but to defend the coveted title as well.

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Afghan Health Ministry says nearly 80 killed, 350 wounded in Kabul blast

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:37 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): The Ministry of Health in Afghanistan said Wednesday that the death toll from this morning's explosion in the diplomatic enclave in Kabul has gone up to 80, while the number of injured has gone up to 350. It said that toll of deaths and injured can be expected to rise.

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India, Spain to give fresh impetus to multifarious relationship, says PM Modi

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:25 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Spain, said on Wednesday that issues such as terrorism, economic ties and global developments between allied countries will be discussed during meetings with Spa

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LLB seats row: Delhi HC issues notice to Centre, DU

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Delhi High Court today issued notice to the Centre, the Delhi University (DU) and the Bar Council of India (BCI) on the plea seeking direction to not reduce the LLB seats in the university.

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Mumbai: ED raids five locations linked to Congress leader

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:24 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 31 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is conducting raids at locations related to Congress leader Baba Siddiqui over the Slum Rehabilitation scam.

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After Rampur, now horrific molestation video emerges from Bihar's Muzaffarpur

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:23 IST

Muzaffarpur (Bihar) [India], May 31 (ANI): With the Rampur molestation still in the news, yet another molestation video, this time from Bihar, has highlighted the growing ignominy being faced by women in remote parts of the nation.

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Reading to dogs can shape kids' literacy attitudes

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Parents, please take note. A new study has found that children aged seven to 11 years, who read aloud to dogs for 30 minutes in a week, showed improvement in their reading skills.

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It is beyond sport at the moment, says Laxman on India-Pak series

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:10 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 31 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman has backed government's decision not to play bilateral cricket series with arch-rivals Pakistan, saying "it is beyond sport at the moment".

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HCL Infosystems 2017 revenue pegged at Rs. 3,738 crore

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI-Businesswire India): HCL Infosystems, one of India's premier IT Services, Distribution and Digital Solutions Company, today announced its financial results for the financial year ended March 31, 2017.

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Sonam Kapoor dazzles on latest Vogue cover

Updated: May 31, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): After gracing the red carpet of this year's Cannes Film Festival with her style and elegance, fashionista Sonam Kapoor has captured everyone's attention again by getting on the cover of 'Vogue' magazine.

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Kabul explosion blast death toll rises to 65, 325 wounded

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:43 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): A heavy explosion in Afghanistan capital Kabul has claimed the lives of at least 65 people and left 325 wounded so far, local media reports said.

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'Godzilla vs Kong' finds its director in Adam Wingard

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:42 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 31 (ANI): Godzilla and King Kong are ready to fight each other and now they have got a referee too.

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Kevin Hart's ultimate goal is to be 'comedic Oprah'

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): He can sell out a 70,000-seat football arena and command a 10 million dollar paycheque, but it's not just the stardom that Kevin Hart wants - he wants to be a mogul and build an empire.

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Scorpene 'Kalveri' in final phase of trials: Naval Chief

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Indian Naval Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba on Wednesday informed that Kalvari (First of the Scorpene class) is in the final phase of trials, adding that the process should move within six months.

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Pakistan to appoint ad-hoc judge at ICJ against Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:40 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 31 (ANI): Pakistan has decided to appoint an ad-hoc judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the next hearing on a plea filed by India against the sentencing of alleged spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Man Utd rated Europe's most valuable club

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:24 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 31 (ANI): Manchester United have moved clear of Real Madrid to be rated as Europe's most valuable club by professional services firm KPMG.

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Forces supporting terrorism need to be defeated: PM Modi condemns Kabul blast

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Condemning the deadly bomb blast in the diplomatic enclave of Afghanistan's capital city Kabul which has claimed 19 lives so far, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended India's full support to its neighbour.

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DocuSign joins BSA; Reggie Davis amongst new board of directors

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Software Alliance BSA on Wednesday announced that the pioneer and global standard for eSignature and Digital Transaction Management (DTM), DocuSign has become its newest member.

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Northern Army Commander lauds troops for killing Hizbul commander Sabzar Bhat

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) May 31 (ANI): Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Devraj Anbu on Wednesday complimented the Indian troops for their alertness and synergy with other security forces, which resulted in successful operations including the recent counter terrorist operation, in which Hizbul Mujahideen commander Sabzar Ahmed Bhat was killed.

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When it comes to sexual health, men tend to avoid topic

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Men may need to open up about their family health concerns, especially sexual health, with their own family members, as a recent study has found that four out of five men find it awkward to talk about hereditary r

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Russian warplanes hit ISIS targets in Syria: Reports

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:11 IST

Moscow [Russia], May31 (ANI): Russian warplanes reportedly bombed ISIS targets near Syria's Palmyra with Kalibr cruise missiles on Wednesday.

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Adani and Queensland Govt. reach deal over royalties for Carmichael coal mine

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:10 IST

Canberra [Australia], May31 (ANI): Mining company Adani has reached an agreement with the Queensland Government on royalty payments for its USD 16.5 billion Carmichael coal projects.

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Jet Airways flies low, slips nearly 5 pct post Q4 results

Updated: May 31, 2017 12:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Shares of Jet Airways slipped as much as 4.6 percent in the morning trade on the NSE on Wednesday, after the airliner reported nearly 95 percent fall in its consolidated net profit at Rs. 23 crores in the three months ended March 2017.

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Cyclone Mora: Indian Navy sends second ship to Bangladesh

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Indian Naval Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba on Wednesday said, that the second ship has sailed with relief materials for Bangladesh and the Indian Navy is running two Humanitarian Assistance Disaster Relief (HADR) operations as well.

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Baloch protests held in various German cities over use of nuke weapons by Pak

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:58 IST

Berlin [Germany] May 31 (ANI): Baloch activists held anti-Pakistan protests in German cities, demanding removal of nuclear weapons from Balochistan.

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We've got what we wanted out of warm-up games: Dinesh Karthik

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:57 IST

London [UK], May 31 (ANI): With India comfortably winning both the warm-up matches of the Champions Trophy, wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik feels that the Men in Blue have got what was required out of the two practice games and are heading into the tournament feeling "fairly confident".

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At least 9 killed, over 90 wounded in Kabul explosion-Reports

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:38 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): At least nine persons have been killed and over 90 wounded in massive explosion that occurred in the diplomatic enclave of Afghanistan capital Kabul on Wednesday morning.

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Chhattisgarh: Encounter between naxals-security forces ends, search ops underway

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:37 IST

Dhanora (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 31 (ANI): An encounter, which was underway between security forces and Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur since today morning, has ended without any casualties.

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BJP should follow our footsteps to develop, safeguard UP: Samajwadi Party

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:37 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 31 (ANI): Hitting out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the current law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party on Wednesday said that the saffron party should follow the footsteps of the previous government in order to bring prosperity and development in the state.

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PeeCee slams critics of dress she wore to meet PM Modi

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is currently busy in promoting her debut Hollywood film 'Baywatch' in Berlin and she met our Prime Minister Narendra Modi too.

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What on earth is a 'covfefe' Mr. President? Trump's vague tweet blows Twitter

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:18 IST

New York [U.S.], May. 31 (ANI): Speculations are running amok that Donald Trump was punch drunk last night as he typed out a particularly cryptic tweet with a term which has left Twitter in hysterics and baffled at the same time- 'covfefe'.

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J-K: Shutdown lifted, Valley limps back to normalcy

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:13 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], May 31 (ANI): The shutdown which was imposed in Kashmir, following the killing of Hijbul Mujahideen (HM) commander Sabzar Bhat who was killed by forces during encounter at Tral, has finally been lifted after three days of r

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T K Engineering to turn four-lane fair weather lifeline for Itanagar

Updated: May 31, 2017 11:08 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh capital Itanagar could soon have a fair weather road, thanks toreputed road builder M/s T K Engineering Consortium Pvt. Ltd (TKE).

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2G spectrum: Swamy seeks more time to produce evidence against Ratan Tata

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday sought more time to produce evidence in support of his complaint against industrialist Ratan Tata and others in connection with the 2G spectrum case, following which the matter has been adjourned sine die.

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Sobha declared top national realty brand in India by Track2Realty

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:54 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], May 31 (ANI-Businesswire India): Sobha Limited., India's most admired and trusted real estate brand, has been declared the top brand of Indian real estate sector for the third consecutive year by the Brand X Report 2016-17, an annual study conducted by Track2Realty. This has been a rare accomplishment - the first hattrick of brand leadership by any real estate player in India so far.

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Don Cheadle defends women-only screenings of 'Wonder Woman'

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): So a 'Marvel' character has come to the rescue of a 'DC' movie.

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Champions Trophy: Kohli hints at Karthik's inclusion in Playing XI against Pak

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:50 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): Indian skipper Virat Kohli has hinted at Dinesh Karthik's inclusion in the Playing XI for the much awaited Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan after the wicketkeeper-batsman made a strong case for his selection scoring stylish 94 runs against Bangladesh in the second warm-up game at the Kennington Oval on Tuesday.

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Kannada film producer Parvathamma Rajkumar passes away

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Noted film producer and wife of Kannada actor Rajkumar, Parvathamma Rajkumar passed away on Wednesday after prolonged illness. She was 78.

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Kabul blast: Indian Embassy staff safe, says Sushma Swaraj

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:43 IST

New Delhi [India]/Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said Wednesday that all staff at the Indian Embassy were safe and not affected by the huge blast in Kabul's diplomatic enclave.

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UN warns Trump against quitting Paris Climate Deal

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:36 IST

London [U.K.], May31 (ANI): The UN secretary general, Antonio Guterres has warned United States that quitting the Paris climate agreement could threaten the country's economic, security and societal status.

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After Kerala, K'taka, now Tripura Govt. opposes cattle ban

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:36 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 31 (ANI): Following the footsteps of the Karnataka and Kerala Government, the Manik Sarkar-led Tripura Government on Wednesday said it will not implement the Centre's order on ban on sale of cattle for slaughter.

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At least 60 wounded in huge explosion in Kabul's diplomatic enclave: Reports

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:29 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health on Wednesday said that at least 60 persons have been wounded in a suspected car bomb blast in the diplomatic enclave of capital Kabul.

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French Open: Player gets banished over attempts to kiss reporter on live TV

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:05 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 31 (ANI): French tennis player Maxime Hamou has been banned by the French Open organisers after he tried to kiss a television reporter against her will during a live broadcast at Roland Garros.

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Telangana: KCR orders 'anti-corruption' raids on 141 registration offices

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:03 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 31 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) held a high-level review meeting on the Stamps and registration department yesterday and instructed the officials concerned to take stringent measures to prevent corruption and illegal activity in the Registrations department and prepare tough guidelines, if need be.

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Powerful explosion near Indian Embassy in Kabul

Updated: May 31, 2017 10:00 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 31 (ANI): A powerful heavy explosion has reportedly occurred near the Indian Embassy in the Wazir Mohammad Akbar Khan diplomatic area of Afghan capital Kabul.

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Cyclone Mora: INS Sumitra helps B'desh, launches rescue ops

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): INS Sumitra is involved in a major Search and Rescue (SAR) operation 90 miles south of Bangladesh's Chittagong.

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BJP defends Yogi's Ayodhya visit, slams Opposition

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India] May 31 (ANI): Defending Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's visit to Ayodhya, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said that the visit should not be objected, adding the Opposition parties must answer why do they visit the religious place only at the time of elections.

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Russia won't act against India's interests: Indian Envoy on Russia-Pak ties

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:48 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 31 (ANI): Showing confidence in the mutual trust shared between India and Russia, Indian Ambassador to Russia Pankaj Saran said, that New Delhi is convinced that Moscow will not do anything that will affect the country's national interests.

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India-Russia discussing Kundankulam Nuclear Plant units: Indian Envoy

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:48 IST

Moscow [Russia] ,May31 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to Russia Pankaj Saran on Tuesday said that cooperation in the field of nuclear power is one of the success stories of Russia and India relationship, and will be thoroughly discussed in the upcoming me

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Innocent unless proven guilty, convicted: Swamy on setback for BJP veterans

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Day after a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court slapped charges against party veterans Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, Uma Bharti and nine others accused in the Babri Masjid demolition case, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy asserted that all accused are still innocent unless proven guilty and convicted.

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Lebanon calls for a ban on 'Wonder Woman' movie

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 31 (ANI): On one hand, 'Wonder Woman' has started its journey with rave reviews from around the world. On the other hand, the movie is likely to face a ban in Lebanon because of its lead actress Gal Gadot.

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India-Russia will ink deals in combating global terrorism: Indian envoy to Russia

Updated: May 31, 2017 09:04 IST

Moscow [Russia], May31 (ANI):Indian Ambassador to Russia Pankaj Saran on Tuesday said that Moscow and New Delhi share a similar approach and perspective to addressing international terrorism and are plagued with cross-border issues.

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EC bribery case: Delhi Court likely to decide on Dinakaran's bail

Updated: May 31, 2017 08:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A Delhi Court today is expected to decide on the bail plea of ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader TTV Dinakaran, in the Election Commission bribery case.

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'Dangal' becomes first Indian film to cross Rs 1700 cr worldwide

Updated: May 31, 2017 08:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Aamir Khan's 'Dangal' is in no mood to stop smashing records.

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A day after Babri hearing, CM Adityanath to visit Ayodhya

Updated: May 31, 2017 08:38 IST

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): A day after the crucial Babri Masjid hearing in which senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders were slapped with charges of criminal conspiracy, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Lord Rama's birthplace Ayodhya today.

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Those violating our policies can face permanent suspension: Twitter on Abhijeet row

Updated: May 31, 2017 08:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Micro-blogging site Twitter has issued a statement, justifying why it suspended singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya's account for his use of offensive language.

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'Beef fest': Nine booked for attacking IIT Madras scholar

Updated: May 31, 2017 08:26 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 31 (ANI): Nine students have been charged for allegedly beating up a PhD scholar from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras, for organising a 'Beef Fest' in the campus.

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Kathy Griffin apologises for her photo with beheaded Trump dummy

Updated: May 31, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): After facing a terrific backlash for her latest stunt, a photo with a bloodied replica of U.S President Donald Trump's decapitated head, Kathy Griffin has issued an apology on Twitter.

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Gunman reported at Orlando International Airport

Updated: May 31, 2017 07:05 IST

Orlando, Florida [USA], May 31 (ANI): An armed man at Orlando International Airport prompted a massive law-enforcement response that closed Terminal A on Tuesday night, according to media reports.

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St. Petersburg Forum presents opportunity for India to boost trade ties with Moscow: Indian envoy

Updated: May 31, 2017 06:47 IST

St. Petersburg [Russia], May 31 (ANI): Indian ambassador to Russia Pankaj Saran said that the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is an opportunity for India to strengthen its economic and trade ties with Moscow as the two sides already enjoy very strong political relations.

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Portland victim's mother appeals Trump to speak against intolerance

Updated: May 31, 2017 06:11 IST

New York [USA], May 31 (ANI): The mother of one of the two men stabbed to death in a Portland, Oregon train for protesting 'anti-Muslim' slurs, has written a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump, calling on him to speak out against intolerance.

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Opium worth two crore seized in Siliguri

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], May 31 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), in a joint operation with the customs, seized a huge consignment of opium worth nearly two crore in Siliguri.

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More states should participate in India's football revolution- Renedy Singh

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Looks like Northeast India is in a state of celebration like never before!

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Red Algae for smoother, healthier skin!

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Rich in a blend of minerals, nutrients, and Vitamin C, for millions of year, vibrant red algae has survived the bracing waters of the ice-cold North Atlantic.

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Olivia Newton-John postpones tour as she battles breast cancer

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Olivia Newton-John postpones her US and Canadian tour after being diagnosed with breast cancer, reads her Facebook post.

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Seething over 'Fearless Girl,' artist puts 'Pissing Pug' next to it

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

New York [USA], May 31 (ANI) Furious over the 'Fearless Girl' statue on Wall Street in New York, a local artist installed a statue of a urinating pug called 'Pissing Pug', next to it.

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Manipur's Shrimayum Gita-crafting silk cocoon into ornaments

Updated: May 31, 2017 05:41 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 31 (ANI): Manipuri Handicrafts occupies a unique place among the various crafts of the country due to having its own aesthetic and artistic value created by the talented Artisans.

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How parents can help teens to quit smoking?

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): There comes a phase in every parent's life when their kids start becoming seriously addicted to smoking very quickly and what starts as a "first experiment with cigarettes" or "peer pressure over smoking", becomes a very dangerous addiction.

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Quit smoking without gaining weight

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): One of the most deadly carcinogens and toxic substances is tobacco smoke. Of the 4,000 chemicals found in cigarette smoke, at least 250 are considered harmful to health and 60 of them are known or suspected causes of cancer.

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Tobacco, second leading cause of cardiovascular disease

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in the country today.

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2G spectrum scam: Delhi court to hear Swamy's plea today

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): A Delhi court will continue its hearing on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramaniam Swamy's plea seeking prosecution of Tata Sons interim Chairman Ratan Tata, lobbyist Niira Radia and others in 2G spectrum allocation scam.

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Ariana Grande returns to Manchester this weekend for tribute concert

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:30 IST

London [UK], May 31 (ANI): Fulfilling her promise, pop star Ariana Grande will return to Manchester this weekend, as part of a tribute concert, One Manchester.

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Babri case: 'Happy' JD (U) says court's charges against BJP leaders totally 'reasonable'

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Wednesday expressed happiness over the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court framing charges against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veterans in the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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China using back channels to stop North Korea: US envoy

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:24 IST

United Nations, May 31 (ANI): The United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said on Tuesday that Washington believes China is being 'productive' as it is using its channels to stop North Korea from carrying out missile launches.

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Meet Deepika and Priyanka, women of 2017 MAXIM Hot 100

Updated: May 31, 2017 04:24 IST

New Delhi [USA], May 31 (ANI): They came, they saw, they conquered. Yes, they are the desi girls Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra, who have made it big in the West.

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NGT to hear Centre's 'Char dham' highway project

Updated: May 31, 2017 03:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) will on Thursday continue to hear the case regarding the Char Dham project in the Gangotri belt.

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U.S. starts delivering arms to Kurdish fighters in Syria

Updated: May 31, 2017 03:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): Despite opposition from Turkey, the United States has started delivering military equipment to the Kurdish fighters within the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), including small arms and vehicles, as part of an effort to take the Islamic State-controlled city of Raqqa.

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Kathy Griffin faces terrible backlash for her beheaded 'Trump' photo

Updated: May 31, 2017 03:24 IST

New York [USA], May 31 (ANI): Kathy Griffin is trending for all the wrong, rather gory reasons.

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Does your breakfast cereal lie to you?

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Breakfast cereal is a food item made from processed grains and consumed as the first meal of the day.

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DHR starts regular Jalpaiguri-Darjeeling toy train services

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:46 IST

Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], May 31 (ANI): The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has started its regular toy-train service between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling from last Sunday.

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Pentagon announces ICBM interceptor system a success

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 31 (ANI): The Pentagon's Missile Defense Agency said on Tuesday that it successfully shot down a mock nuclear warhead simulating the speed and range of a potential North Korean intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

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Best time to bring in GST would be post 2019 election: Swamy

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Agreeing with West Bengal finance minister Amit Mitra that the proposed roll-out of the goods and service tax (GST) is not fully prepared to be implemented in present form, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday said the best time to bring in GST would be after the 2019 election.

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U.S. tests ICBM interceptor system first time in three years

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:29 IST

Washington DC [USA], May 31 (ANI): The United States on Tuesday tested its intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) interceptor system for the first time in three years, in the wake of a series of North Korean missile tests.

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Next international holiday, plan it sans visa

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Here's new goal for an Indian traveler- planning visa-less international holidays!

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Secrets of cheek augmentation: All you need to know

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Cheeks add beauty and glamour to the face. A high cheek bone, which gives a smooth bulge in the upper portion and falls off smoothly to give a nice Ogee curve, is an every woman's dream.

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'Quit-smoking' drug safe for patients with lung disease: Study

Updated: May 31, 2017 02:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Medication that helps smokers to quit is safe for people with chronic lung conditions, research suggests.

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Say no to tobacco: Protect health, reduce poverty, promote development

Updated: May 31, 2017 01:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tobacco kills more than seven million people each year. Over six million deaths are a result of direct consumption, whereas 890 000 are the result of passive smoking. Nearly 100 million premature deaths have been recorded in the 20th century and the figure is set to increase to one billion by the 21st century.

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Bid adieu to your 'just one puff' craving!

Updated: May 31, 2017 01:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): That one puff kills it all!

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Witness India Runway Week Winter/Festive 2017 this September

Updated: May 31, 2017 01:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Indian Federation for Fashion Development (IFFD) is all set to come back with its winter festive edition of India Runway Week this September.

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Kerala CM condemns attack on IIT-M scholar, requests Palaniswami to take actions

Updated: May 31, 2017 01:10 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 31 (ANI): Condemning the attack on an IIT-Madras PhD scholar by some students protesting against a "beef fest" held on the campus, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan requested his Tamil Nadu counterpart Edappadi K. Palaniswami to take necessary action.

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PM Modi arrives on two-day visit to Spain

Updated: May 30, 2017 23:46 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 30 (ANI): Following his visit to Germany, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived on a two-day visit to Spain on Tuesday.

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Trump asks Senate to allow legislation to be passed with simple majority

Updated: May 30, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has called the Senate to allow legislation to be passed with a simple majority and urged lawmakers to pass healthcare and tax overhauls.

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Three suspects apprehended from Pathankot

Updated: May 30, 2017 23:05 IST

Pathankot (Punjab) [India], May 30 (ANI): Three suspicious persons have been apprehended on Tuesday from Sujanpur in Punjab's Pathankot district.

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Bihar Education Minister says incumbent strictness will bear fruits in future

Updated: May 30, 2017 23:02 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 30 (ANI): With only 35.25 percent students managing to pass the intermediate examination conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), state education minister Ashok Chaudhary on Tuesday said the poor result is an outcome of strict measures taken by the Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Government which in future will bear fruits.

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India, Germany agree to cooperate on energy needs

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:49 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): India and Germany on Tuesday agreed to continue cooperation towards the common aim of developing climate-friendly, efficient and sustainable solutions for India's expanding energy needs and other areas of sustainable development.

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Favourable time for actresses to grow in Bollywood: Manisha Koirala

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Actress Manisha Koirala, who is making her comeback with her forthcoming film 'Dear Maya' thinks it is a great time for actresses to grow in Bollywood.

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Pak's parliamentary body discuses legal strategy in Jadhav's case

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:34 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): Pakistan's Parliamentary Committee on National Security on Tuesday met to discuss the country's legal strategy regarding alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav's ongoing case in the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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Pak's parliamentary body seeks briefing on banned outfits' Facebook presence

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:25 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): Pakistan's Parliamentary Committee on National Security has sought a briefing on banned outfits' reported Facebook presence.

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Jitendra Singh proposes PPP model to supplement healthcare services in north-east

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:12 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 30 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh has proposed PPP (Public-Private Participation) model to supplement and extend healthcare services up to district level in the eight states of the North-Eastern Region (NER).

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Terror likely to be top priority of PM Modi in Spain

Updated: May 30, 2017 22:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Terror is likely to be the top agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Spain visit, where he has major engagements tomorrow.

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Champions Trophy: India crush Bangladesh by 240 runs in warm-up game

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:49 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): Just what the doctor ordered! India registered an emphatic 240-run victory over Bangladesh in their second and final warm-up game of the Champions Trophy at The Oval, London on Tuesday, thus giving them loads of confidence ahead of the much awaited high voltage clash against arch-rival Pakistan.

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Punjab Police bust terror module under 'Khalistan Zindabad' banner

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:49 IST

Mohali (Punjab) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Punjab Police has arrested four youth, including a woman, to bust a terror module that was planning to indulge in large-scale violence and targeted killings under the banner of `Khalistan Zindabad' to fan communal violence in the sensitive border state.

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Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan condole Telugu filmmaker Dasari Narayana Rao's demise

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The film fraternity including Tamil actor Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan on Tuesday condoled the passing away of veteran Telugu filmmaker Dasari Narayana Rao, while saying that his demise is a huge loss to the Indian film industry.

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Not in the race for President's post: Pawar

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:41 IST

Mumbai [India], May 30 (ANI): Clearing the mist over his candidature in the upcoming Presidential polls, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar on Tuesday said he is not in the race for the coveted post.

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Accused should have been framed with charges, not given 'bail': AIMPLB

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:40 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) / New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Hours after Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stalwarts L. K Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi and Uma Bharati appeared before a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court for framing of charges in the Babri Masjid demolition case, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) asserting that the court should not have granted bail to them, and instead, should have framed them with charges.

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Germany, India are "made for each other": PM Modi

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:28 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that Germany and India are "made for each other."

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'Beef Fest' was organised to raise awareness, says injured scholar's friend

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:28 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 30 (ANI): After a Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras PhD scholar was allegedly beaten up on Tuesday by right-wing students for organising 'Beef Fest' in the campus, one of his friends Azhar said that it was reported as beef party, but the event was to have normal discussion on Centre's ruling on cattle slaughtering within the institute and to raise awareness.

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Acting is in Ranbir's blood and even camera loves him: Manisha Koirala

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor, with its utmost dedication has engrossed himself in shooting for Sanjay Dutt's biopic which is being directed by Rajkumar Hirani. While his fans are busy raving over his new look for the biopic, the 'Rockstar' actor has got one more admirer.

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Delhi HC stays order allowing S. P. Tyagi to go abroad

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi [India[, May 30 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday stayed the Patiala House Court's order allowing former air chief S. P. Tyagi accused in the VVIP chopper scam case, to travel to Indonesia.

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Wawrinka, Nishikori battle into French Open second round

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:03 IST

Paris [France], May 30 (ANI): World number three Stan Wawrinka progressed through to the second round of the French Open following a straight-sets victory over Jozef Kovalik of Slovakia in the opening round of the men's singles event here on Tuesday.

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Maharashtra Police assures Akshay Kumar's security

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): In the wake of the threat issued to actor Akshay Kumar by Naxals, the Maharashtra Police on Tuesday averred it will accord the super star with security.

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PM Modi departs on two-day visit to Spain

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:02 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Following his visit to Germany, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Spain's Madrid from Germany's Berlin Tegel Airport on Tuesday.

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K'taka CM rejects Centre's notification on cattle ban

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:00 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka)[India May 30(ANI): Reacting to the Central Government's new rule on cattle trade, Karnataka Chief Minister K. Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said it is not mandatory to follow every notification which comes from the Centre.

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Centre launches national campaign 'Darwaza-Band' against open defection

Updated: May 30, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Centre today launched an aggressive new campaign titled 'Darwaza Band' to promote toilet use and freedom from open defecation across the country's villages.

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AI announces direct connection between New Delhi - Copenhagen

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Air India (AI) on Tuesday announced direct connection between New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and Copenhagen Airport, starting from September 16.

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Cyclone Mora: MeT alerts north-eastern states

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:57 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 30 (ANI): In the wake of deadly cyclone Mora, Assam's Meteorological Department in Guwahati on Tuesday issued a warning and alerted all the north-eastern states.

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Canadian app startup 'AmpMe' ventures into Indian smartphone market

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): AmpMe, a Montreal-based audio matching technology startup on Tuesday announced its foray into the 800 million-device Indian smartphone market.

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Centre approves four FDI proposals, defers four

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Central Government on Tuesday gave its nod to four proposals regarding prospects of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), as recommended by the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) in its 245th meeting held on April 17.

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Tata Motors awarded for contribution to Skill India Mission

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Tata Motors was awarded 'HR Innovation of the Year', for its significant contribution to skill development in the automotive sector at the Asia-Pacific Excellence Awards held in Hong Kong recently.

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A dessert bliss no one can miss, Cafe Coffee Day's new 'Over The Top Sundaes'

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI-BusinessWire India): It's drool-worthy time for dessert lovers at Cafe Coffee Day as the brand expands its dessert portfolio to unveil its best ever sundae spree with 'Over The Top Sundaes' - a range of super-loaded, rich sundaes offering you an experience of unabashed indulgence with its assortment of flavours and ingredients. Every sundae lover's sweet cravings will hit a new high with these deliciously delightful new offerings at CCD.

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Telugu filmmaker Dasari Narayana Rao passes away

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Veteran Telugu filmmaker and former Union Minister Dasari Narayana Rao passed away, on Tuesday, at the age of 75.

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NYKS mobilises one crore youth for PM Modi's 'New India' vision

Updated: May 30, 2017 20:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) has mobilised one crore youth to fulfil Modi's vision of 'New India'. Following the recent call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote out-of-the-box thinking among the youth to his vision of a new India, the NYKS, India's largest youth organisation has launched a massive skill development, social and financial inclusion and development programme for the youth of the country involving more than One Crore youth in creating awareness and facilitating digital transitions.

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Red Bull's door closed for 2018: Alonso

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:59 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 30 (ANI): McLaren driver Fernando Alonso has hinted that he could move to different team next season, but added that it will surely not be Red Bull.

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Open defecation free India: Big B launches 'Darwaza Band' campaign

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:53 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 30 (ANI): To end open defecation, megastar Amitabh Bachchan, on Tuesday, launched a new campaign called 'Darwaza Band'.

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Ludhiana STF arrests two drug peddlers in Ferozepur

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:50 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab)[India] May 30(ANI): The Ludhiana Special Task Force (STF) on Tuesday arrested two persons from Indo-Pak border near Ferozepur in connection with drug trafficking.

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Sonika death case: Actor Vikram Chatterjee charged with culpable homicide

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:47 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 30 (ANI): Bengali actor Vikram Chatterjee was on Tuesday charged with culpable homicide for model Sonika Chauhan's death in a car accident.

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PM Modi meets German President at Castle Bellevue

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:45 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at his official residence in Berlin on Tuesday.

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GST to facilitate job creation for youth: Revenue Secretary

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Union Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia while confirming the July 1 rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, asserted that the new tax regime would help in generating employment for the generation to come.

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Jaitley lauds Defence Public Sector Undertakings for its performance

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30(ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday gave away Raksha Mantri's awards for excellence for the years 2014-15 and 2015-16 in recognition of exemplary performance amongst ordinance factories and the Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi.

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Mandi cultural festival draws tourists' attention in Shimla

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:30 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): The traditional festival of Mandi district managed to captivate a granduer flock of tourists in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla.

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Hyderabad: Rains bring respite from sweltering heat

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:29 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 30 (ANI): People in Hyderabad were in for a treat on Monday night, as they experienced rain giving them relief from the sweltering heat.

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South Korean company to set up plant in Chhattisgarh

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:13 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] May 30 (ANI): A South Korean telecom company would be investing Rs. 130 crore to set up mobile equipments manufacturing unit in Chhattisgarh.

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RBI to issue Re. one denomination currency notes

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday announced the introduction of currency notes in one rupee denomination, printed by the Government of India.

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Free Balochistan Movement organises protests for removal of Pakistan's nuclear weapons

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:13 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): The Free Balochistan Movement recently organised simultaneous protests in several western countries as part of its ongoing international awareness campaign for the freedom of Balochistan.

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Himachal: CBI arrests two in bribery case

Updated: May 30, 2017 19:13 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday arrested Joint Director of Himachal Pradesh Industries Department Tilak Raj Sharma and Ashok Rana in a bribery case of Rs. five lakh.

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GST not prepared for a roll out in July: Amit Mitra

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:48 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 30 (ANI): With the Goods and Services Tax (GST) all set to come in play from July 1, West Bengal Finance Minister Amit Mitra on Tuesday said the Bill is not fully prepared to be implemented.

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Cong demands Bharti's resignation, RSS asserts order gave new life to Ram temple movement

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): In the wake of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court framing charges against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, the Congress Party on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to seek resignation of Union Minister Uma Bharti who is one of the chargesheeted persons.

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India Germany welcome enhanced collaboration in Indian railways modernization

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:48 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): India's railway modernization and expansion plans offer ample opportunities for the German rail industry, and in this regard, both Germany and India on Tuesday appreciated the significant progress made in strengthening bilateral cooperation in rail sector, especially with regard to initiatives on railway safety.

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India, Germany agree to enhance collaboration in skilled human resource

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:37 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Recognizing the importance of Vocational Education and Training (VET) towards making transformational impact in creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for the youth and building efficient pool of skilled human resource, India and Germany on Tuesday agreed to further strengthen collaboration in this area.

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India, Germany welcome efforts of high technology partnership group

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:37 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Recognizing Germany's key competencies in high technology and India's growing needs, Chancellor Angela Merkel and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the efforts of the High Technology Partnership Group (HTPG) to identify specific opportunities for high technology collaboration between the two countries.

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TN: IIT-M scholar beaten up for participating in 'beef fest'

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:37 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu): A Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras PhD scholar was allegedly beaten up on Tuesday by right-wing students for organising 'Beef Fest' in the campus.

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India welcomes German companies to enhance economic partnership

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:37 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30(ANI): Describing Germany as one of the important bilateral partners, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for Berlin companies' cooperation to strengthen the economic partnership between both the nations.

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Amusement park industry urges for lower tax rate under GST

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): With the imposition of a mammoth 28 percent tax rate on amusement-theme parks under the forthcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, there exists an underlying threat to its survival as it will not only hamper the industry but would also pose to be a deterrent to new entrants in this industry.

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UN Convention on Law of the Sea must be respected-India, Germany

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:19 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): India and Germany on Tuesday said that the UN Convention on Law of the Sea must be respected.

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REPL, Grant Thornton, ANB Consortium roped into Varanasi Smart City project

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): For the implementation of the Varanasi Smart City project, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC) appointed consortium of three reputed firms as Project Management Consultants -Rudrabhishek Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (REPL), Grant Thornton and ABN consulting.

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Johanna Konta crashes out of French Open

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:18 IST

Paris [France], May 30 (ANI): Seventh seed Johanna Konta was knocked out of the French Open against Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei in the first round on Tuesday.

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Babri demolition: CPI (M) demands justice without delay

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): After a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court today rejected discharge application of veterans Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, Uma Bharti, framing charges against them and the other nine accused in the Babri Masjid demolition case, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) said justice should be delivered as soon as possible.

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India, Germany reaffirm need for UNSC reform

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:11 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday reaffirmed the urgent need for a comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

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Nick Kyrgios makes winning start at French Open

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:06 IST

Paris [France], May 30 (ANI): Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios shrugged off injury concerns and kicked off his French Open campaign on a winning note as he outclassed Germany's Philipp Kohlschreiber in straight sets in their men's singles clash on Monday.

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India, Germany view Heart of Asia-Istanbul process as key to peace in Afghanistan

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:04 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Emphasizing their commitment to a stable, united, prosperous, pluralistic and peaceful Afghanistan, India and Germany on Tuesday said that they saw the Heart of Asia-Istanbul process as the key to sustainable peace in Afghanistan.

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Germany welcomes India's accession to MTCR

Updated: May 30, 2017 18:03 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday welcomed India's accession to the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).

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Lyricist Irshad Kamil collaborates with music maestro A. R. Rahman

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Multi-Network Platform Qyuki Digital expands its musical network with the addition of talented lyricist Irshad Kamil.

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White House Communications Director Mike Dubke resigns

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:57 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 30 (ANI): White House Communications Director Mike Dubke has resigned from his post, the Washington Post quoted a senior administration official as saying.

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PM Modi to come back in 2019 polls, says BW Businessworld survey

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): 80 percent of India as well as 80 percent of corporate India believe that Modi is likely to come back to power in the 2019 Parliamentary elections.

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PM Modi, Merkel agrees to strengthen Indo-German counter terrorism cooperation: MEA

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:49 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chancellor Angela Merkel have decided to strengthen Indo-German counter terrorism cooperation.

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Time for action on Antimicrobial Resistance

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Antibiotics or antimicrobial agents have been used for the last 70 years to treat patients who have infectious diseases.

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Jaguar Land Rover to offer GST-related benefits to customers

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): With the economy gearing up for the roll out of the much-awaited Gooads and Services Tax (GST) bill on July 1, Jaguar Land Rover India on Tuesday announced that estimated price reduction, in case it comes into effect from July 1 onwards, will be up to 12 percent and will vary from state to state on a model-wise basis.

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India, Germany underline common concern about global terrorism, extremism

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:42 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday underlined their common concern about the threat and global reach of terrorism and extremism.

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Babri case: CPM hails court's decision of framing charges against BJP leaders

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday expressed happiness over the CBI court framing charges against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veterans in the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Nine beauties to participate in Miss Tibet Pageant 2017

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:34 IST

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Nine young and beautiful Tibetan women will participate in the 15th Miss Tibet Pageant 2017.

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Sanjay Dutt says no to adult comedies

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Sanjay Dutt, who played a crucial role in 'Dhamaal' and 'Double Dhamaal', has decided to back out of the third installment in the franchise, titled 'Total Dhamaal'.

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J-K: Drug peddler apprehended by army in Poonch

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:30 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 30 (ANI): In a major success, the Indian Army apprehended Md Kasim, along with two packets of heroin, valued at approximately above Rs. two crore from the Line of Control in Bhimber Gali of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on the night of May 29.

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Cox & Kings board approves demerger of foreign exchange business

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Leading leisure and education travel group Cox & Kings on Tuesday announced its board's approval on the demerger of its foreign exchange division into a separate financial services company to be named Cox & Kings Financial Service Ltd. (CKFSL).

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Babri demolition order won't affect party veterans' future: Swamy

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi/Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): After special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court framed charges against all accused including Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi and Uma Bharti in the Babri Masjid demolition case, party leader Subramanian Swamy said the decision would not affect party veterans' future as they are still innocent in the eyes of the court.

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India, Germany sign 12 agreements

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:24 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): India and Germany on Tuesday inked twelve memoranda of understanding and agreements following bilateral delegation-level talks presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

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PSL spot-fixing row: Yousuf defends Sharjeel's dot balls

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:21 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): Former Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf has come in defence of Sharjeel Khan, who has been accused of spot-fixing by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), saying the discarded batsman did not deliberately play two dot balls during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Opener.

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Exotel to assist companies become GST-ready

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): In the wake of clearing out decks for the July 1 rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Exotel, a leading cloud telephony company on Tuesday announced the launch of their new campaign that focuses on helping ERP and Tax Accounting Software companies manage leads and make the process smooth and efficient.

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Dental implants are now painless, affordable

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Bringing out the benefits to patients undergoing dental procedures and expanding dental technology, experts elaborate on how dental treatments can be painless, affordable and long lasting.

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Rabada surges to top spot ahead of Champions Trophy

Updated: May 30, 2017 17:01 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 30 (ANI): South Africa have received a major boost ahead of the Champions Trophy 2017 with pace bowler Kagiso Rabada moving up four places to take the top spot in the International Cricket Council

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Germany sees India as reliable partner: Chancellor Merkel

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:59 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday said that her country sees India as a reliable partner.

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Hard Rock Cafe is all set to take you on World Burger Tour

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The third edition of Hard Rock Cafe's World Burger Tour is back, and ready to take guests on an international adventure- no passport necessary!

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Madras HC grants four week stay on cattle slaughter notification

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:44 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), [India], May 30 (ANI): The Madurai bench of the Madras High Court granted a four week stay on the Central Government's notification on cattle slaughter.

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Drink tequila to shed those extra pounds!

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Wish to lose those extra pounds and at the same time do not want to cut down on alcohol? Drink tequila shots.

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Poker Sports League: Delhi Panthers crowned champions of inaugural edition

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI) The first season of the Poker Sports League concluded at Deltin Casino Royale in Goa with Delhi Panthers being crowned as champions.

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Bangladesh deserve the respect they are getting: Tamim Iqbal

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:21 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): Bangladesh, who recently tipped to the sixth spot in the latest ICC ODI Team Rankings, have always been in search of respect in the cricketing world ever since its inception at the international stage.

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Ericsson expands its 'Support Services' portfolio

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): World leader in communications technology and services Ericsson on Tuesday announced introduction of a new approach to support services, which involves complementing Ericsson's existing Support Services with predictive analytics and deep learning, introducing more systematic control of software changes, and speeding up network-level fault isolation and recovery.

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Acer India hits numero uno spot for commercial desktop category

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Largest PC company Acer India on Tuesday announced gaining the number one spot in the overall commercial desktop category according to IDC Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker, May 2017 as the company emerged as a leading vendor with 26.4 percent share.

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Epitome of Babri Masjid- Ram Janmabhoomi dispute

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India] May 30 (ANI): The Babri Masjid demolition case has once again shot into prominence after the trial of criminal conspiracy charge has been started against senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Lal Krishna Advani, Murali Manhohar Joshi, Union Minister Uma Bharti, founder-president of Bajrang Dal Vinay Katiyar, and others.

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Climate protection is part of India's ethos: PM Modi

Updated: May 30, 2017 16:09 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30(ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that climate protection and living in harmony with nature is a part of India's ethos.

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India's online education industry to reach USD 1.96 billion by 2021: Google, KPMG

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Google and KPMG on Tuesday released a joint report titled; 'Online Education in India: 2021, which talks about the online education industry that will grow at a healthy rate of 8x, to become a USD 1.96 billion industry by 2021.

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Kyocera Museum of Art to host ceramic artist Jumpei Ueda's works

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:50 IST

Fushimi (Kyoto City) [Japan], May 30 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation President Hideo Tanimoto has announced the opening of the 2017 Special Exhibition: "Rin/Ten - Encounter of Fine Ceramics and Art" to be held at The Kyocera Museum of Art in Fushimi, Kyoto, from June 9 to July 9.

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India Power on a growth trajectory

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): India Power Corporation Limited ("India Power"), a publicly listed, Kanoria Foundation entity, is on a growth trajectory with setting up and commissioning of another power plant of 36 MW solar in Uttarakhand at an investment of Rs. 225 crore.

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24 killed in twin bombing in Baghdad

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:31 IST

London [U.K.], May 30 (ANI): Twin car bombs in Baghdad killed at least 24 people and injured several dozen in Baghdad on Tuesday.The ISIS has claimed responsibility for the gruesome attack.

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President presents Hindi Sevi Samman Awards

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee presented the Hindi Sevi Samman Awards for the year 2015 today at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Prakash Javadekar, Union Minister of Human Resource Development and other dignitaries.

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Paytm brings PSPCL bill payments online

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Paytm has partnered with Punjab

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Dhaka to launch Bangabandhu-1 satellite next year

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:18 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 30 (ANI) :The Bangabandhu-1 satellite will be commercially launched by June 2018, State Minister for Post and Telecommunications Tarana Halim said on Tuesday.

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Indonesian firebrand cleric Rizieq Shihab named suspect in pornography case

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:18 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], May 30 (ANI) :Indonesian Police has named Islam Defenders Front (FPI) leader and firebrand cleric Rizieq Shihab a suspect in a pornography case .

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Wasn't expecting call to national football camp: `Fit-again` Bikash Jairu

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Months after an injury and waiting on the sidelines is always the hardest phase for any player. For footballer Bikash Jairu, it was no different.

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Babri demolition: 'Criminal conspiracy' charges against Advani, Joshi, Uma, others

Updated: May 30, 2017 15:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): In a major setback to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veterans Lal Krishna Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, Uma Bharti, a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court here today rejected their discharge application, framing charges against them and the other nine accused in the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Clovia launches new range to suit latest trend

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): Clovia, India's fastest growing lingerie brand, announced the launch of their latest collection of plush show-off bras with strappy criss-cross backs, funky straps and prints etc. The collection comprises over 25 bras in a variety of styles like push-up, front open, underwired, strapless and more. These are part of Clovia's '2 Bras for Rs. 1499' collection and reflect the brand's acute understanding of latest lingerie trends and customer tastes based on intensive research, which feeds into product development - a fusion of fun and fresh looks and comfortable fits.

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Heart attack patients may not benefit from beta blockers: Study

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Heart attack patients, who did not have heart failure, should not be prescribed beta blockers as a study finds that they may not live longer with these medicines.

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Players to receive hike which many in Australia don't even get: CA

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:56 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 30 (ANI): Cricket Australia's chief executive James Sutherland has insisted the players will receive around 15% hike in pay under the governing body's new model, while emphasising that there are not many people in the country getting something like that.

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Venkaiah Naidu defends Centre's cattle ban

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Defending the government over banning the sale of cattle for slaughter across the country's livestock markets, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday informed that the rules on preventing animals were notified on the 23rd of this month.

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Mobile Broadcasting App BIGO LIVE increases focus on India market

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI-NewsVoir): In a bid to capture India's fast-increasing mobile Internet user base, BIGO LIVE, a mobile broadcasting app, organized its first-ever broadcasters meet-up in India recently.

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Time to witness `Summertime Stories`

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:42 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 30 (ANI): Cover Story by Future Style Lab, a subsidiary of the Future Group, is proud to announce their Spring-Summer '17 collection for India, called Summertime Stories.

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Modi, Merkel hold 4th Indo-German intergovernmental talks

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:39 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel started the fourth round of the biannual Inter-Governmental Consultations (IGC) in Berlin on Tuesday.

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Opposition has launched 'Disinformation Campaign': Venkaiah Naidu

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Attacking the Opposition and blaming them of misinterpreting everything, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday asserted that the Congress has introduced a 'D' campaign i.e. disinformation campaign for growth by it is disrupting the party.

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Delhi Govt. all set to deal with Dengue, says Satyendra Jain

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain on Tuesday asserted that the Delhi Government is all set to deal with vector-borne disease Dengue this year and none of the patients would have to deal with the issues related to its treatment and cure.

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One dead, two injured in Nepal Army cargo plane crash

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:24 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 30 (ANI): A person was killed and two others suffered serious injuries after the Nepal Army's cargo plane crash landed in Bajura district on Tuesday.

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Berlin bound PeeCee meets PM Modi

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:22 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Terming it as 'lovely coincidence', 'Berlin bound' Priyanka Chopra met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday morning.

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Bruce Springsteen makes special appearance at Steven Van Zandt concert

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:16 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): The fans at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey, were in for a surprise as legendary singer Bruce Springsteen treated them with a surprise appearance at a live music show.

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Sushant Singh Rajput impressed by 'punjaban' Kriti Sanon

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon are all set for their upcoming film 'Raabta' and are leaving no stone unturned for promoting the movie.

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Bodies of Indian climbers retrieved from Mount Everest

Updated: May 30, 2017 14:07 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May30 (ANI): A team of rescuers has successfully retrieved the body of an Indian climber from the 'death zone,' who died on Mount Everest and airlifted it to Kathmandu, along with the bodies of others who perished last year.

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PM Modi accorded ceremonial reception in Berlin

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:57 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome on Tuesday as he began his two-day official visit to Germany.

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Assam Board class 12th results declared

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:54 IST

Dispur (Assam) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) on Tuesday declared results for students who appeared for the class 12 examinations.

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High-fat diet in childhood may lead to 'junk food obsession' for boys

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Beware! Boys exposed to high-fat diet from childhood may experience a far greater rush of pleasure from junk food in adulthood thus leading to obesity.

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Najma Heptulla appointed Jamia Milia Islamia's new Chancellor

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Manipur Governor and former minority affairs minister Najma Heptulla has been given the additional charge of being the chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia University.

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Babri demolition case: Advani, Joshi, Uma and others granted bail

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:41 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Tuesday granted bail to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran leaders Lal Krishna Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi, Uma Bharti and the other nine accused in the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Nepal Army cargo plane crashlands in Bajura

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:41 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 30 (ANI): A cargo plane of the Nepal Army with a call sign NA- 048, crashlanded at the rural airport in Bajura district of Nepal on Tuesday.

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GST implementation may hold positive surprises for States' Finance: Standard Chartered

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): GST implementation may hold positive surprises for states' finances and as per the initial calculation, the states can look at a total gain of Rs. 350 to 450bn (0.2-0.3 percent of GDP).

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Champions Trophy: Can take lots of positives from England series, says Domingo

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:32 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 30 (ANI): Following South Africa's seven wicket-win over England in the third and final ODI of the series at Lord's, coach Russell Domingo feels his squad is heading in the right direction going into the Champions Trophy beginning June 1.

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PM Modi wishes Puducherry CM Narayanasamy on 70th birthday

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday gave birthday greetings to Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy on his 70th birthday and prayed for his long and healthy life.

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Nepal unveils Rs 1,279 billion budget for 2017-18

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:32 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May30 (ANI): Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Krishna Bahadur Mahara presented the budget for the fiscal year 2017-18 in the Parliament on Monday , which is 22 percent more than that of the current fiscal year.

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Delhi: 63-year-old 'wheelchair-bound' passenger held for smuggling gold

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) arrested two men along with a 63-year-old man on Tuesday, who was trying to use his wheelchair as a cover, to smuggle gold bars worth Rs. 93 lakh.

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Eggs hurled at Jay Panda during water tank inauguration

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:09 IST

Kendrapada (Bhubaneswar) [India], May 30 (ANI): Alleged supporters of Biju Janata Dal MLA Pratap Jena hurled eggs at party MP Jay Panda on Tuesday, after the former was not invited during a water tank inauguration ceremony.

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Varun and daddy David Dhawan have fun at sets of 'Judwaa 2'

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): After having a gala time in London, the team of 'Judwaa 2' is back in Mumbai for the second schedule of the shoot.

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PM Modi greets people of Goa on Statehood Day

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the people of Goa on its 29th Statehood Day and also wished them prosperity in the years to come.

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Pak funding: NIA continues to grill Separatist leaders for second day

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Three separatist leaders from Jammu and Kashmir Farooq Ahmed Dar alias Bitta Karate, Javed Baba and Naeem Khan on Tuesday arrived at National Investigation Agency (NIA) Delhi headquarters for the second day of their interrogation in the Pakistan funding matter.

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The Queen approves 'The Crown'

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:04 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): It looks like the Netflix driven series 'The Crown' has got the 'royal' approval from Her Majesty the Queen herself.

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Nepal's Phase II local elections rescheduled for June 23

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:00 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May30 (ANI): The Nepal government has postponed the second phase of local level election to June 23 , in a bid to ensure agitating parties' participation in the polls.

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Cattle ban: Cong attacks Centre, says even BJP leaders eat beef

Updated: May 30, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Training their guns on the Centre for banning the sale of cattle for slaughter across the country's livestock markets, the Congress on Tuesday alleged that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have earlier accepted that they consume beef too.

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Champions Trophy: `Control over emotions` imperative in India-Pak clash, says Jadhav

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:47 IST

London [UK], May 30 (ANI): While the cricket world has set eyes on a high-voltage India-Pakistan encounter in the Champions Trophy at Edgbaston on June 4, Kedar Jadhav wants his team to treat the much awaited match just like any other game and keep their emotions aside.

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Your vision may keep maturing until early 40s: Study

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Good news! A study finds that the visual cortex, the human brain's vision-processing centre that was previously thought to mature and stabilise in the first few years of life, actually continues to develop until late 30s or early 40s.

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Kabul to host international conference on peace

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:35 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI) :Afghanistan will hold an international conference on peace, security and reconciliation on June 6, which will be attended by nearly 20 countries in the wake of the increased violence unleashed by the Taliban in its annual spring offensive.

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Afghan peace leader assassinated in Peshawar

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:35 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 30 (ANI): Haji Salaam, former secretary to Hizb-e-Islami leader Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, was assassinated in Pakistan's Peshawar city on Tuesday.

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Babri hearing: BJP leaders will emerge unscathed, assures Naidu

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India] May 30 (ANI): Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday expressed confidence that the senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders facing the conspiracy charges in the Babri Masjid demolition case, will come out unscathed in the CBI court hearing today.

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Ahead of crucial Babri hearing, CM Adityanath meets Advani, Joshi

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Ahead of the crucial Babri Majid hearing, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday met Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran leaders Lal Krishna Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi, who are facing charges in the case.

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Imran tells poll body he's surprised by contempt of court notices

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:18 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): In a written reply to the Election Commission of Pakistan, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman and former cricketer Imran Khan has claimed he has never been held in contempt of court in the past .

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Bilkis Bano rape case: SC refuses to hear plea of convicted IPS officer Bhagora

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to hear the urgent plea filed by IPS officer R. S. Bhagora, who has been convicted in the 2002 Bilkis Bano rape case.

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Rahul Gandhi to attend Karunanidhi's birthday celebrations in Chennai

Updated: May 30, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi will attend the birthday celebrations of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo M. Karunanidhi in Chennai on June 3rd.

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Adecco Group India announces CEO for one month Internship experience

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Adecco Group, the world's leading provider of HR solutions, has selected 48 talented young people from all over the world to take on the role of *CEO for one month. The India selected finalist - Mohit Mahajan will work alongside and under the mentorship of Priyanshu Singh, Country Manager and MD, Adecco Group India.

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Kejriwal seeks report from Chief Secy over nonpayment of dues

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday shot off a letter to Chief Secretary M. M. Kutty, over the non-payment of dues to the vendors who provide medicine to government hospitals.

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Rampur molestation Nine culprits nabbed, hunt on for remaining five

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:52 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Police on Tuesday arrested four more accused in the shocking Rampur molestation case, taking the number of nabbed perpetrators to nine.

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Mobile usage affects sleep, mood and mental health of teens

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): A study on child development reveals that the use of mobile phones among children and adolescents' impacts their sleep, mood and mental health.

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Took me 20 years to talk about Princess Diana's death: Prince Williams

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Prince Williams has finally come to that stage in his life where he can talk about his late mother Princess Diana.

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300,000 people evacuated, airports closed post Cyclone Mora

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:42 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 30 (ANI): The Civil Aviation Authority in Bangladesh has suspended domestic and international flights in Chittagong and Cox's Bazar, even as local authorities have taken steps to evacuate nearly 300,000 people from the country's southern coastal areas where the high intensity Cyclone Mora is expected to make a landfall on Tuesday.

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Endangered Red Panda rescued by SSB along Tezpur-Tawang Highway

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:38 IST

Tezpur-Tawang Highway [India], May 30 (ANI): A Red Panda, which comes under the category of endangered animals, accidentally found itself in the inhabited area on the Tezpur-Tawang Highway, and was rescued by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on Tuesday.

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Shia LaBeouf slapped with five million $ lawsuit

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf, who is more famous for controversies rather than his movies, has found himself again in a dispute.

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Four-nation tour: PM Modi to arrive in Spain today

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Following his visit to Germany, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today arrive in Spain to kick-start his two-day visit to initiate bilateral engagements with President Mariano Rajoy.

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Asian teams need to play `out of their skins` to win Champions Trophy: Dilshan

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:18 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): Former Sri Lanka skipper Tillakaratne Dilshan believes Asian countries will have to play out of their skins to win the Champions Trophy, beginning Thursday in England and Wales.

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Panama Case: JIT to interrogate Sharif's son Hussain

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:18 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI):Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's elder son Hussain Nawaz will be interrogated by the joint investigation team probing the Panama Papers case for a second time on Tuesday.

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Former Panama strongman Manuel Noriega dead

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:13 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 30 (ANI): Former Panama dictator General Manuel Antonio Noriega died late Monday in Panama City. He was 83.

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Rajasthan: Six BSF personnel injured in 'accidental' mortar blast

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:13 IST

Kishangarh (Rajasthan) [India], May 30 (ANI): As many as six Border Security Forces (BSF) personnel were injured in an accidental mortar blast that took place on Tuesday morning in the field firing range here.

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Beware! Lawn mower injuries send 13 kids to emergency room daily

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Parents please take note! Researchers have suggested that children younger than six years of age should remain indoor while mowing and teenager should be taught safety tips before operating the machine as 13 children on an average receive emergency treatment daily.

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Chemists to go on nation-wide strike against Centre

Updated: May 30, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists will go on a nationwide strike against the proposal by the Central Health Ministry to regulate sale of drugs through e-portal and implementation of online pharmacy.

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Cyclone Mora: WB fishermen advised not to venture into sea

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday issued an advisory asking the fishermen in West Bengal not to venture into sea for the next 12 hours, as the cyclonic storm Mora has made landfall in Bangladesh and is 'very likely to move north-northeastwards' towards the Indian region.

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I'm not a criminal: Uma Bharti ahead of Babri hearing

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:57 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Ahead of her hearing in the Lucknow special CBI court in a case related to the demolition of the Babri Masjid, Union Minister Uma Bharti on Tuesday said that she is not a 'criminal'.

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Pak says Jadhav providing 'crucial intelligence' on terror attacks

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:51 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan]May 30 (ANI):, Pakistan Foreign Office spokesman Nafees Zakaria has revealed that former Indian naval officer and alleged spy Kulbhushan Jadhav has been providing "crucial intelligence" on recent terrorist attacks that have taken

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'Grown-up' Karti can speak for himself: Swamy taunts Chidambaram

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): A day after former finance minister P. Chidambaram strongly spoke in defence of his son Karti Chidambaram, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy slammed the former, saying that Karti, being a married person with a family, is grown up enough to speak for himself.

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Babri demolition: Will abide with CBI court's ruling, says Vinay Katiyar

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:45 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Before appearing in the CBI court here today where charges will be framed against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders in the Babri Masjid demolition case, party leader Vinay Katiyar assured that he will follow the rulings.

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Delhi: IAS officer drowns to death while saving woman's life

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 30 (ANI): In a tragic development, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer on Wednesday drowned to death while he tried to save a woman who slipped and fell into a swimming pool.

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Babar, Tamim, Akmal brothers to feature in Afghanistan's T20 league

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:43 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 30 (ANI): Pakistan's Babar Azam, Umar Akmal and Kamran Akmal are among the big international players who will feature in Afghanistan's domestic T20 league, Shpageeza Cricket League.

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South-west monsoon to drench Kerala today

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:26 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has asserted that South-West monsoon is set to hit Kerala by today.

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Chhattisgarh: Naxals torch bus, oppose development projects

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:26 IST

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 30 (ANI): A group of Naxals burned an empty private bus, travelling from Chhattisgarh's Dhanora area to Orchha area, four kilometers away from a police station, in opposition against construction of roads in Narayanpur district.

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George Clooney feels 'People can make a difference' amid Humanitarian crisis

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:20 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 30 (ANI): Hollywood actor and activist George Clooney renewed his endorsement of a million- dollar peace prize by speaking about the power of 'individuals to make a difference,' while addressing various humanitarian crisis of the world.

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Open defecation free India: Govt. to launch 'Darwaza Band' campaign today

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Taking one step more towards making India open defecation-free, the Government today will launch a new campaign called 'Darwaza Band' for promotion of toilet usage in the rural areas across the country.

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Pakistan's banned terror outfits actively operating through Facebook

Updated: May 30, 2017 10:11 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI) : Terrorists in Pakistan, it seems, are just one click away, as forty-one out of 64 banned terror outfits are active on Facebook either in groups or as individual users.

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Germany attacks Trump for 'weakening the West'

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:54 IST

London [U.K.], May 30 (ANI): Germany's Foreign Minister launched a scathing attack on U.S. President Donald Trump for his "short-sighted "policies that have 'weakened' the West and damage the European interests.

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Coaches Draft concludes for Ultimate Table Tennis

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) on Monday concluded the draft for selecting coaches for each franchise in the presence of consulting agency, Ernst & Young.

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This throwback picture of SRK, K Jo and Farah Khan is really awwdorable!!

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Everyone knows about Farah Khan's close friendship between Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar. The trio share a lovely camaraderie not just onscreen but off-screen too.

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Pak under UNSC scanner over nuke material supply to N. Korea

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:32 IST

New York [ United States], May 30 (ANI): The international community, it seems, continues to be unsuccessful in convincing North Korea to stop its missile tests, and according to well-placed sources in the United Nations', this rogue nation has been quietly and consistently receiving sustained help from Pakistan when it comes to the supply of nuclear material.

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Ernesto Valverde replaces Luis Enrique as Barca coach

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:20 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 30 (ANI): Barcelona have named Ernesto Valverde of Spain as their new coach for the 2017/18 season.

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Chhattisgarh: Groom arrested after bride files complaint over 'dowry demand'

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:11 IST

Koriya (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Chhattisgarh's Koriya Police on Tuesday arrested a groom after the bride filed a complaint against him over dowry demands.

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UP: Pharmacies observe shutdown today, Admin terms it 'invalid'

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:04 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Protesting against the online sale of medical drugs, the medicine traders across the state have declared a shutdown of their shops today.

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Beer bar row: Is this the promised 'Ram Raj', Cong asks BJP

Updated: May 30, 2017 09:02 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): The Congress on Tuesday questioned the intentions of the Yogi Adityanath-led government after Uttar Pradesh Minister Swati Singh's photo of inaugurating a beer bar in Lucknow went viral.

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After reducing woman IPS officer to tears, UP BJP MLA does it again!

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:58 IST

Sant Kabir Nagar (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Justifying his bizzare statement drawing parallels between having babies and possessing a house, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Gorakhpur Radha Mohan Das Agarwal on Tuesday said, that not all the things should be taken seriously, as some matters are meant to be in jest.

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Tiger Woods blames 'prescriptions' for DUI arrest

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Tiger Woods has finally broken his silence on getting arrested for Driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida.

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Cyclone Mora hits B'desh, 30,000 take refuge in shelters

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:45 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 30 (ANI): Massive evacuation is underway in Bangladesh as severe cyclonic storm 'Mora' hit Chittagong on Tuesday.

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Babri demolition: CBI court to frame charges against Advani, others today

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:30 IST

Lucknow [India], May. 30 (ANI): A special CBI court in Lucknow will frame charges today against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders L K Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi and Uma Bharti in the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Yogi asks report from UP Min over 'beer bar' inauguration

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Taking cognizance of Uttar Pradesh Minister Swati Singh inaugurating a beer bar in Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has asked the former to clarify her stand over the matter.

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Big B gives thumbs up to Mumbai Police's 'Sholay' campaign

Updated: May 30, 2017 08:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has always been associated with social causes to raise awareness amongst the masses.

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ISIS claimed car bomb kills 10 in Baghdad

Updated: May 30, 2017 06:54 IST

New York [USA], May 30 (ANI): At least 10 people were killed and 40 other were left injured when a car bomb exploded in central Baghdad early Tuesday.

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Legendary sports commentator Frank Deford dies at 78

Updated: May 30, 2017 06:38 IST

New York [USA]. May 30 (ANI): Frank Deford, the legend in the world of sports journalism and sports commentary, took his last breath at 78, in Key West, Florida.

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Massive evacuations in B'desh as Cyclonic storm MORA likely to intensify

Updated: May 30, 2017 06:17 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 30 (ANI): Thousands were issued a warning to evacuate near some coastal areas in Bangladesh as the Cyclonic storm 'MORA' is expected to intensify and hit the coast between Cox's Bazar and Chittagong by Tuesday morning.

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Delhi HC to continue hearing in vector-borne menace matter

Updated: May 30, 2017 06:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Tuesday continue hearing a suo motu cognizance by the court, seeking action by the government and civic authorities to stop the spread of diseases such as dengue and chikungunya.

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N. Korea claims missile launch to be successful

Updated: May 30, 2017 06:16 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], May 30 (ANI): North Korea on Tuesday announced the success of its latest ballistic missile that was aimed at testing a new precision-guidance system.

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DDCA defamation case: Delhi Court to continue hearing against Kejriwal

Updated: May 30, 2017 05:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Tis Hazari court will continue its hearing on the defamation case filed against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) and cricketer-turned-politician Chetan Chauhan for allegedly trying to tarnish the image of the cricketing body.

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Congress condemning Kerala's incident a "mere crocodile tears": BJP

Updated: May 30, 2017 05:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): A day after the Congress Party condemned the Kerala incident, where the youth Congress workers butchered a calf in public, the grand old party drew flak from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who called it a "mere crocodile tears" to hide their real motive and intentions.

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Subhash Ghai launches Amish Tripathi's 'Sita - Warrior of Mithila'

Updated: May 30, 2017 05:37 IST

Mumbai [India]. May 30 (ANI): After raising the expectations with its very powerful trailer, Amish Tripathi's much awaited 'Sita - Warrior of Mithila,' the second book of Ramachandra series, is here!

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I'm dividing India between nationals, anti-nationals: Abhijeet

Updated: May 30, 2017 04:31 IST

Mumbai [India]. May 30 (ANI): Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, whose new 'unverified' Twitter account, created on Monday, has also been debarred, said that he is actually dividing the nation between nationals and anti-nationals.

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Trump has 'total confidence' in son-in-law Kushner

Updated: May 30, 2017 04:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump, defending his son-in-law and senior White House advisor Jared Kushner, said that he has 'total confidence in him'.

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PM Modi, Merkel discuss Afghanistan, radicalisation, OBOR

Updated: May 30, 2017 04:29 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Monday touched upon a number of regional and global issues, including Brexit, terrorism, Afghanistan as well as China's One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative.

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Is Abhijeet accusing KJo and Khans for his Twitter account suspension?

Updated: May 30, 2017 04:28 IST

Mumbai [India]. May 30 (ANI): Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, whose new 'unverified' Twitter account, created on Monday, has also been debarred, feels 'Johar,' 'Bhatts,' 'Khans'- the A-listers of the BTown are the reason behind the suspension.

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Chidambaram defending Karti is clear case of father protecting son: BJP

Updated: May 30, 2017 04:01 IST

Bengaluru/ Mumbai [India], May 30 (ANI): After former finance minister P. Chidambaram termed the charge against his son Karti meeting with any Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) officer as baseless, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said it is a "clear cut case of a father protecting his son".

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Condemnatory statements have become DNA of left parties: Defence Experts

Updated: May 30, 2017 03:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Condemning the "downright stupidity" of Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Mohammed Salim for questioning Army Chief General Bipin Rawat's capability of understanding the Indian society, Defence Experts on Tuesday said, making condemnatory statements have become the DNA of the left parties.

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Trump visits Arlington National Cemetery for Memorial Day

Updated: May 30, 2017 03:57 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday visited the Arlington National Cemetery to pay his tributes to the fallen soldiers on Memorial Day.

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Irrfan Khan makes a filmy Instagram debut

Updated: May 30, 2017 03:11 IST

New Delhi [India]. May 30 (ANI): Irrfan Khan made his Instagram debut in the most dramatic way possible.

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Japan vows action against North Korea's missile test

Updated: May 30, 2017 03:11 IST

New York [USA], May 30 (ANI): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has vowed to take action against North Korea with the help of the United States after Pyongyang's latest missile test on Sunday ended in the Sea of Japan.

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Trump reportedly considering major overhaul of

Updated: May 30, 2017 02:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major overhaul in his White House staffs and bring back top campaign strategists as he is frustrated by what he sees as the present team's inability to contain the crisis involving the Russia probe.

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Putin, Macron talk Syria, LGBT rights at their first face-to-face meet

Updated: May 30, 2017 02:12 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday welcomed his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin in Paris for their first face-to-face talks, during which, they discussed a gamut of issues.

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Naxals torched mobile tower in Bihar's Jamui

Updated: May 30, 2017 02:12 IST

Jamui (Bihar), May 30 (ANI): At least thirty to forty Naxals set ablaze a mobile tower, three kilometers away from a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp in Bihar's Jamui district.

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Had good interaction with Chancellor Merkel: PM Modi

Updated: May 30, 2017 01:22 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 30 (ANI): Soon after meeting German Chancelor Angela Merkel at Schloss Meseberg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he had a "very good interaction" with the former at her country retreat ,near Berlin, over a private dinner.

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Skill India Mission: Rural women turning self employed entrepreneurs in Tripura

Updated: May 30, 2017 00:54 IST

Nalcha (Tripura) [India], May 30 (ANI): Tripura is known to be one of the major bamboo producing states in India.

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Former Pak army chief to quit Saudi-led Islamic alliance: Report

Updated: May 30, 2017 00:53 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 30 (ANI): Upset with the U.S. intervention in the Saudi-led military alliance of Islamic nations, Pakistan's former army chief General (Retd) Raheel Sharif is mulling over leaving the Islamic Military Alliance's command, according to a news report.

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Twitter suspends singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya's new account

Updated: May 30, 2017 00:21 IST

New Delhi [India]. May 30 (ANI): Looks like Twitter is in no mood to be cordial with singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya!

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J-K: Students study under open sky after thunderstorm damages school

Updated: May 29, 2017 23:41 IST

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir), May 29 (ANI): Life has got difficult for students of a school in Kasuri area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir after strong thunderstorm has blown roof of the school, forcing the children to study under open sky.

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PM Modi meets German Chancelor Merkel at Schloss Meseberg

Updated: May 29, 2017 23:41 IST

Brandenburg [Germany], May 29 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met German Chancelor Angela Merkel at Schloss Meseberg, the official State Guest House of Germany.

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Uttarakhand: Bike-borne assailant throws acid on girl

Updated: May 29, 2017 23:41 IST

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], May 29, (ANI): An unidentified bike-borne assailant threw acid on a girl in Uttarakhand's Haridwar for allegedly filing a complaint against him for harassing her.

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Tiger Woods arrested for drunken driving

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:34 IST

Florida [United States], May 29 (ANI): Former world number one golfer Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in Florida's Jupiter Island on Monday.

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Nagaland: Five injured in grenade blast

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:30 IST

Dimapur (Nagaland), May 29 (ANI): As many as five persons were injured after a grenade that was lobbed at a chemist shop blasted here on Monday.

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Thugs Of Hindoostan to have Diwali 2018 release

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Lock your dates for Diwali 2018 as Aamir Khan is all set to treat you with the much awaited Thugs Of Hindoostan.

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Teachers have onerous responsibility of instilling cultural ethos in students' minds: President

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee presented the Malti Gyan Peeth Puraskars for the year 2017 today at a function held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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Hyderabad rehab shocker: Victim shifted to Kasturba Home

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:04 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 29 (ANI): Soon after reports of mistreatment of a young woman in a rehab centre came to light, the victim was shifted to Kasturba Home in Kumar Pallu on Monday.

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Kerala CM urges counterparts to oppose Centre's cattle rule

Updated: May 29, 2017 22:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29, (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday urged the Chief Ministers of other states to raise their voices against restrictions imposed on cattle trade, while saying that the Centre's 'anti-democratic' notification is an attempt to usurp the state governments' powers in the guise of rules under a Central Act.

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N. Korea has shown 'great disrespect' for China post ballistic missile test: Trump

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said that North Korea has shown 'great disrespect' for China after firing a ballistic missile from its eastern coast on Monday.

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Cyclone Mora won't bring any immediate danger to India: Met Dept.

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:34 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 29 (ANI): The Meteorological Department on Monday said that Cyclone Mora which will be hitting Bangladesh by tomorrow morning is not expected to bring any immediate danger to India.

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PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs. one lakh to e-rickshaw driver's kin

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:24 IST

Berlin (Germany), May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs. one lakh to the next of the kin of e-rickshaw driver beaten to death for espousing the social cause of Swachha Bharat.

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Biju George named Indian Women's team fielding coach

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:08 IST

Mumbai [India], May 29 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday announced the appointment of Biju George as the fielding coach of the Indian women's cricket team.

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India, Fiji sign MoU on defence cooperation

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): In an endeavour to strengthen defence ties between India and Fiji, the two nations on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on defence cooperation.

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Development of North-east region priority for Modi Govt.: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): North Eastern Council (NEC) chairman and Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jitendra Singh on Monday assured all members at the 66th Plenary of North Eastern Council that development of the region is amongst foremost priorities of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government.

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Youth have great role to make India Vishwa Guru: Rajnath

Updated: May 29, 2017 21:03 IST

Kurukshetra (Haryana), [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the youth to abide by the values in all situations of life, which will make them winner and help them achieve anything in life.

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Telangana CM appoints chairpersons for state-owned corporations

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:48 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 29 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Monday appointed chairpersons for eight state-owned Corporations.

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Djokovic, Nadal kick start French Open with a bang

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:47 IST

Paris [France], May 29 (ANI): World number two and defending champion Novak Djokovic kicked off his French Open campaign on a positive note as he thrashed Marcel Granollers of Spain in straight sets in opening round of the men's singles event here on Monday.

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Earthquake tremors felt in parts of Jammu

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:42 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir), [India], May 29 (ANI): Tremors of an earthquake were felt in parts of Jammu on Monday.

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Two killed, six injured in car accident in Shimla

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:37 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Two students met their fatal end as an Omani van carrying four students and three adults met with an accident here in Jutogh.

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Congress condemns Kerala's 'horrific' incident of calf slaughtering

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29, (ANI): Condemning the Kerala incident where the youth Congress workers butchered a calf publically, the Congress Party on Monday dubbed the misconduct as 'reprehensible', while stating that the party does not support any kind of violence and barbarism.

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It's important to do what you like, asserts ISC topper

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:25 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), May 29 (ANI): Ananya Maity, who emerged as the ISC class XII all India topper with 99.5 percent on Monday asserted that she did well because she chose subjects which she loved to read.

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Lucknow, five other airports to do away with handbag stamping from June 1

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29, (ANI): The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Monday issued an order of doing away with stamping hand baggage tags with immediate effect at six major airports- Lucknow, Guwahati, Patna, Trivandrum, Jaipur and Chennai from June 1.

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BCCI, PCB delegations meet in Dubai

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:03 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 29 (ANI): Top officials of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday met in Dubai to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two cricket boards in 2014.

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Unless citizens enjoy good health, their productive potential cannot be realized fully: President

Updated: May 29, 2017 20:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee received the first copies of books 'Color Atlas of Oral implants' and 'Conservative Dentistry - Basics' at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today.

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PM Modi starts 'Mission Europe' with Germany

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:59 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started his 'Mission Europe' with Germany, which also includes his visit to Spain, Russia and France.

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International Day of UN Peacekeepers: General Sarath Chand lauds Army

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): On the occasion of International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Sarath Chand remembered 168 soldiers on Monday who died in various corners of the world for the cause of peace.

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Delhi Govt. announces Rs. five lakh for e-rickshaw driver's kin

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Delhi Government on Monday announced Rs. five lakh for family of the e-rickshaw driver beaten to death allegedly for stopping two men from urinating in public.

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Chhattisgarh: Three Maoists arrested in encounter with security forces

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:50 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Three Maoists were arrested after security forces attacked a Naxal hideout and commenced firing in Hiroli village here in Kirandul district.

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PM Modi arrives on two-day visit to Germany

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:47 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived on the first leg of his four-nation tour to Germany.

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Panasonic aims to double TV sales, launches EX750, EX600 series

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Panasonic India has set high targets for itself and plans to capture 10 percent of the 4K TV market share by the end of the tear. At present, it has about five percent of the market share and has launched a new line-up of 2017 4K Ultra HD TVs along with the UA7 sound system to achieve its targets.

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Consultation discusses need for sustainable, scalable solutions for menstrual hygiene management in India

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): Thought provoking and possible game changing discussions on access, use, disposal and treatment of menstrual hygiene products in India were presented at the one day consultation: Pushing the Boundaries on the MHM Dialogue held here on Monday.

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Evidence of Pak funding Kashmir separatists: NIA

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has found strong evidence against Kashmiri separatists Farooq Ahmad Dar, Javed Ahmad Baba and Nayeem Khan, who have been alleged to have received funds from Pakistan-based terrorist groups to create tensions in the valley.

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Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya makes comeback on Twitter

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:19 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 29 (ANI): Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, whose Twitter account was suspended last week following his offensive comments against some female users, has made his return to the micro-blogging site.

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NBW issued against Medha Patkar over absence in cross defamation cases

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Monday issued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against Narmada Bachao Andolan activist Medha Patkar for failing to appear in cross defamation cases filed by her and Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) Chairman V.K. Saxena.

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Decision on cow slaughter is unconstitutional: Mamata

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:15 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 29 (ANI): Training her guns on the Centre for banning the sale of cattle for slaughter across the country's livestock markets, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday asserted that the decision was unconstitutional.

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Four including one Nigerian arrested for drug trafficking

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29, (ANI):The Delhi Police on Monday arrested four people including a Nigerian national in two separate cases of drug trafficking.

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Aircraft scam: CBI files three cases against Civil Aviation Ministry, Air India

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:08 IST

New Delhi[India],May 29, (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered three separate cases in connection with the alleged irregularities in purchase of 111 aircrafts.

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Indian juniors return from 27th Shooting Hopes meet with 11 medals

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): India's junior shooting squad returned with a rich haul of 11 medals from the recently-concluded 27th Meeting of the Shooting Hopes, a renowned international shooting competition for future stars in the Rifle and Pistol disciplines, held annually at the Czech city of Plzen.

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ABVP stages protest against pro-ISIS slogans

Updated: May 29, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) on Monday protested against pro-ISIS slogans allegedly seen in Delhi University' Delhi School of Economics (DSE).

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Rupa - a glittering example of woman empowerment

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:48 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Jat pujyantey nari tat tisthanti devata (The divine are extremely happy where women are respected/worshiped) - goes the adage, symbolizing the age-old rich socio-cultural heritage of India.

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Ecstatic to strike gold in my third attempt at WC Fencing C'ship: Bhavani Devi

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:48 IST

Reykjavik [Iceland], May 29 (ANI): Indian fencer Bhavani Devi made the country proud on Saturday after she bagged the gold medal in the sabre event of the Women's World Cup Satellite Tournament held here in Reykjavik.

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Rajnath assures to find permanent solution to Kashmir

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:44 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday assured to find a permanent solution to the Kashmir problem, adding that India won't fall prey to Pakistan's tactics to destabilise the country.

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Three police personnel suspended in IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's death case

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Three police personnel were on Monday suspended for dereliction of duty in connection with the IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's death case.

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Centre dubs Kannur incident as 'politically motivated'

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Monday blatantly castigated the Congress Party in wake of one of its youth wing leader slaughtering a calf in public view and dubbed the incident as politically motivated and provocative.

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Pak SC rejects petition of Nawaz Sharif's son against Panamagate JIT

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): The Pakistan's Supreme Court on Monday rejected Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's son Hussain Nawaz's petition against two members of the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) tasked to probe the Sharif family's offshore assets.

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DA case: Unperturbed Virbhadra confident of winning 'long battle'

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi[India],May 29, (ANI): After the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) granted bail to all the accused including Virbhadra Singh in the disproportionate assets case, the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister welcomed the decision saying that 'truth would win'.

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K'taka CM assures to solve Varthur lake issue soon

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): After the heavy showers that lashed Bengaluru city in the past week resulting in Varthur Lake foaming again, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday asserted to solve the issue soon.

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Mamata remains adamant over Centre's red beacon rule

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:17 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 29 (ANI): After the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strongly objected to the use of red beacon by West Bengal Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Arup Biswas despite the Centre's ban on it, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday lashed out at the government for the first time asserting that neither they are accepting the law nor are bound to abide by the rule.

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Cattle ban a promotion of Centre's 'Hindutva ideology': CPI(M)

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi[India],May 29, (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Monday dubbed the Centre's new notification prohibiting sale of cattle for slaughter purpose a 'promotion of Hindutva ideology' , while saying that it was an assault on the fundamental rights of people of the country.

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Why is rose a skincare hero?

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:05 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Roses not just enhance the beauty of your garden but are also an essential ingredient to be a part of your skincare regime.

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Tendulkar lone Indian in Younis' best Test XI

Updated: May 29, 2017 18:02 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 29 (ANI): Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is the only Indian to have been named in former Pakistan cricketer Younis Khan's all-time Test XI.

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MP: Two nabbed with fake currency worth Rs. 1, 08,000

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:53 IST

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Two persons in possession of fake currency notes worth Rs. 1, 08, 000 were arrested here on Monday.

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Things to be discussed before you say 'I Do'

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:51 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Getting married and spending your whole life with someone is one of the most important decisions that one needs to take in their life.

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Govt. doesn't believe in revenge politics: Ravi Shankar to Chidambaram

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Monday hit back at former finance minster P. Chidambaram for saying that the Centre has been targeting his son Karti over money laundering case, stating that the government does not believe in revenge politics and has been working honestly.

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OPPLE introduces 'Gold Eagle Club' exclusively for channel partners

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI-NewsVoir): OPPLE, a global integrated lighting solutions company, and one of World's Leading LED Lighting brand today announced their 'Gold Eagle Club', an elite and exclusive club for their top 8 dealers from all over India.

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Naidu breaks down after meeting e-rickshaw driver's kin, assures relief

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Monday met the kin of the deceased e-rickshaw driver and assured that the government will be taking all steps to assure the security of his family.

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Centre assures strict action against ragging

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Union Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar on Monday while launching an anti-ragging mobile app introduced by the University Grants Commission (UGC) categorically stated that ragging will not be tolerated and students involved in it will not be allowed to continue their education in the respective institutions.

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Secret to raise your child to be billionaire

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:35 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Being a parent, you have the most important role in your kid's life. Here are the things that you can do when raising your children that will set them up for success in later life.

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DigitalF5 acquires AdClear; aims at greater market dominance in Delhi

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): DigitalF5, the leading digital innovator with vast expertise in the domains of Design and Content, Marketing and Technology, has recently acquired AdClear, a Google Partner Company specializing in the domain of performance digital marketing.

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Jaitley hails GST as 'efficient tax system to curb evasion'

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:16 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 29 (ANI): Hailing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill as an efficient tax system for India, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday asserted that the new taxation regime will help in maintaining a strict vigil on tax evasion, thereby strengthening the Indian economy.

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BJP MLA Saini brags about threatening Muzaffarnagar cops

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:09 IST

Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh), May 29, (ANI): A video of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Muzaffarnagar Vikram Saini has surfaced of showing him bragging about threatening police personnel and officials.

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PIA's operations affected by IT glitch

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): Pakistan International Airlines' (PIA) operations came to a standstill on Monday after its information technology system suffered a serious malfunction.

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Court to hear defamation suit against Kapil Mishra, Sirsa

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): A Delhi court will hear Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain's defamation case filed against Kapil Mishra and BJP-SAD MLA Majinder Singh Sirsa for leveling corruption charges against him.

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Surprised at being asked to open batting: Luke Ronchi

Updated: May 29, 2017 17:01 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Luke Ronchi has admitted that he was surprised to be handed the opening slot along with Martin Guptill during his side's 45-run defeat at the hands of India in their Champions Trophy warm-up game at the Oval on Sunday.

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`Half Girlfriend` witnesses an exceptional run in small towns!

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Filmmakers have been experimenting with out of closet films exhibiting western values to the Indian audience. However, the long spell of 'casual' romance doesn't seem to work well with the desi audience, as a series of love stories have failed to perform at the Box Office.

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Justice Mudgal backs govt.'s decision not to play bilateral series with Pak

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Justice Mukul Mudgal has backed the central government's decision not to play bilateral cricket series with arch-rivals Pakistan.

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ED attaches 30 kg gold of J. Sekhar Reddy, associates

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday provisionally attached 30 kg of gold bars worth Rs. 8,56,99,350 of J. Sekhar Reddy and his associates in lieu of the exchange of old notes to new currency notes under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA).

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Bihar: 29 killed in lightning, storm

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:48 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 29 (ANI): As many as 29 persons were killed in separate lightning, storm and rain-related incidents in Bihar.

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MuveAcoustics unveils limited edition 'Impulse' on-ear headphone

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): MuveAcoustics, an audio solutions aggregator on Monday announced the launch of 'Impulse', a feature intensive on-ear wired headphone. The limited-quantity headphone is priced at Rs. 2,499 and is available at a discounted price of Rs. 2,099 on Amazon.in and Croma Stores.

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Suffering from insomnia? Ditch the pills and exercise

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:43 IST

Atlanta [US], May 29 (ANI): If you suffer from insomnia, you'll know how frustrating it can be. A recent study now has the healthiest way to improve your sleep: exercise.

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Arunachal Police intensify search operations for Sukhoi-30 crew

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:33 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Home Parliamentary Secretary Pani Taram today said that search operations have been intensified on the ground to locate missing crew members of the Sukhoi-30 fighter jet.

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Kolkata's Ananya Maiti tops ISC exam

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): With the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations declaring its Class 12 results on Tuesday, Ananya Maiti from Kolkata secured first position by scoring 99.5 percent.

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Mamata Govt. runs on policies of Imams like Barkati: BJP

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:13 IST

Kolkata/ New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday strongly objected to the use of red beacon by West Bengal Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Arup Biswas despite the Centre's ban on it.

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Nepal marks 10th Republic Day with fervor

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:13 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 29 (ANI): Nepal on Monday celebrated its 10th Republic Day with fervor and enthusiasm by organising various programmes on Monday.

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AWPL renamed Candela Labs, unveils new IP labs, chatbot solution

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): In the backdrop of a re-branding drive, AWPL on Monday announced its new corporate identity, reflecting the company's transition to help enterprises in the insurance and banking industries to embrace transformation to the digital era.

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DA case: Bail granted to Himachal CM Virbhadra Singh

Updated: May 29, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Monday granted bail to all accused including Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and his wife in the disproportionate assets matter.

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1993 blasts: Court to pronounce orders against Abu Salem on June 16

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:56 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 29 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court will pronounce its judgment on June 16 against underworld don Abu Salem and others in connection with the 1993 blasts case.

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UP Police assures swift action in Rampur molestation

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:56 IST

Lucknow(Uttar Pradesh), May 29, (ANI): Reacting sharply to the Rampur molestation case, Uttar Pradesh ADG Law and Order Aditya Mishra on Monday dubbed the incident as 'sad', while saying that the police would ensure that such misconduct is not repeated in future.

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Delhi Legislative Assembly members share views on GST

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Members of the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday reviewed various aspects of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) proposal being introduced by Centre by July 1 and according to Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia cleared some of their doubts on it.

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Chidambaram clarifies over FIPB charges, defends Karti

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:35 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 29 (ANI): Speaking strongly over the controversy surrounding his son Karti Chidambaram in connection with a money laundering case, former finance minister P. Chidambaram on Monday said that his son had never met any officer connected with the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB), adding that the course of law will expose the mischief makers.

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'World's heaviest woman' feeds herself for first time in 25 years

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:34 IST

Abu Dhabi [United Arab Emirates], May 29 (ANI): Eman Ahmed, an Egyptian woman who recently underwent weight-loss surgery in India, has fed herself for the first time in 25 years at a hospital in Abu Dhabi where she is admitted.

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Congress will make sure nobody's sentiments are hurt: Salman Khurshid

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Condemning the incident where Youth Congress activists publically butchered a calf in Kerala's Kannur to protest against the Centre's cattle ban, the Congress on Monday assured that the party is committed to bring people together, adding they will ensure that nobody's sentiments are hurt.

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Cyclone Mora: Indian Army ready to assist Bangladesh

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): With the deep depression forming in Bay of Bengal, Mora has now become a cyclonic storm and is all set to hit Bangladesh and Myanmar.

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PSP Projects makes its debut; opens at Rs. 195

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Multi-disciplinary construction company PSP Projects on Monday witnessed a cut of seven percent as compared with the issue price of Rs. 210.

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Hasina in Vienna to attend IAEA conference

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:23 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina on Monday left for Austrian capital Vienna to attend an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conference.

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'Cattle ban' akin to fascism: Organisers of IIT-Madras beef fest

Updated: May 29, 2017 15:22 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India] May 29 (ANI): The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras students, who organised a beef-festival to oppose the Centre's indirect ban on beef, say they wanted to protest as the Narendra Modi government's move is akin to fascism.

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Money laundering: Delhi HC grants bail to Paras Mal Lodha

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday granted bail to Kolkata-based businessman Paras Mal Lodha, in connection with a money laundering case.

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Chhattisgarh: Maoists threaten Akshay, Saina for helping CRPF

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:55 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] May 29 (ANI): Maoists in Chhattisgarh have threatened Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar and ace badminton player Saina Nehwal for financially assisting families of 12 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) men, who sacrificed their lives in a Maoist ambush in March in Chhattisgarh's Sukma.

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Won't play bilateral series with Pakistan without govt.'s consent, reiterates BCCI

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) official Rajeev Shukla on Monday reiterated that India will not play any bilateral series with Pakistan without getting consent from the central government.

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Former Proteas batsman Richard Levi recuperating after head blow

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:45 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 29 (ANI): Former South Africa batsman Richard Levi has been recovering well after being hit on the head during a county match in England.

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Here's some good news for all beer lovers

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India]. May 29 (ANI): Bira91?, the famous beer brand has announced the launch of two new beers - 'Bira 91 Light' and 'Bira 91 Strong'.

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Red Hat to acquire Codenvy; to create cloud-native applications

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Leading provider of open source solutions Red Hat on Monday announced signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Codenvy, provider of cloud-native development tools that enable developers to more easily create modern container-based and cloud-native applications.

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AOL slams NGT report on destroying Yamuna floodplain area

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Art of Living (AOL) on Monday objected the report filed by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on the damage to the biodiversity of the Yamuna River.

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Cattle ban: DMK to protest against Centre in Chennai

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:26 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 29 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) working President M K Stalin will lead a protest against the Centre and the state government on May 31, over the cattle slaughter ban.

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Katrina Kaif welcomes `happy breezy Monday'

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Monday Blues just disappeared as Katrina Kaif shared an easy-breezy sun-kissed picture with her fans.

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Daniel Craig shows his crazy side in 'Logan Lucky' trailer

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): James Bond is about to get criminal for Logan brothers.

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IPL has helped Stokes to mature as cricketer: Botham

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:19 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 29 (ANI): With just three days left to the commencement of hosts England's Champions Trophy campaign against Bangladesh, former skipper Ian Botham has said that in-form all-rounder Ben Stokes has developed mentally as a player after his successful maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) stint.

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Road rage case: SC asks Centre to explore safety provision for Manipur family

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Central government to explore the provision of providing safety and security to a family from Manipur allegedly being threatened at the behest of the state's Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, whose son Ajay Meetai is involved in a 2011 road rage case.

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HP and KPMG introduce 'GST solution' for traders, MSMEs

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): HP India in collaboration with KPMG on Monday announced the launch of a comprehensive, secure and affordable invoicing platform 'GST solution' to help transition millions of traders and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.

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Maharashtra: Cow vigilantes assault youth over 'possession of beef'

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:04 IST

Washim (Maharashtra) [India] May 29 (ANI): In a viral video circulating on the social media, cow vigilantes can be seen shouting slogans and assaulting two youth for allegedly possessing beef in Malegaon tehsil of Maharashtra's Washim.

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Finova Capital names Rajiv Sabharwal as its Strategic Advisor

Updated: May 29, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Fast growing NBFCs based out of Jaipur, Rajasthan and floated by ex-senior banker Mohit Sahney, Finova capital on Monday announced its association with Rajiv Sabharwal as the strategic advisor.

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EC bribery case: Dinakaran's judicial custody extended till June 12

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): A Delhi court on Friday extended the judicial custody of ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader TTV Dinakaran till June 12, in the Election Commission bribery case.

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'Mountain' documentary to have Willem Dafoe's voice

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:35 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 29 (ANI): Hollywood actor Willem Dafoe is all set to lend his voice to feature documentary 'Mountain'.

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Germany, Spain, Russia, France: Detailed itinerary of PM Modi's tour

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:25 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's four-nation started on Monday, and he will land in Germany for the first leg of his six-day tour.

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India contributed 6,900 military personnel in various missions: Indian Army

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): With two Indian peacekeepers among 117 military, police and civilian personnel honoured with a prestigious UN medal, VC of Army Staff Lieutenant Gen Sarath Chand on Monday stated that the country has contributed 6,900 military personnel among 1, 15, 000 peacekeepers in various missions.

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Aadhaar is completely safe, secure and robust: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Taking a jibe at the Opposition on the implementation and implication of Aadhaars, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Monday asserted that Aadhaar is completely safe, secure and robust.

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New-born baby walks moments after birth in Brazil

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:12 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Seeing a new born baby walk for the first time is one of the happiest moments for any parent, but one has to wait patiently to witness the first steps.

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Inhumanity on display: Mentally disabled woman 'chained', alleges molestation

Updated: May 29, 2017 13:08 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 29 (ANI): Rehab centers are meant to serve the abandoned and aged who have been isolated from their families, but a particular rehab from Hyderabad is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.

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Kerala: Congress suspends three youth members for butchering calf

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:58 IST

Chandigarh [India], May 29 (ANI): Facing sharp criticism over the recent slaughtering of a calf by the party's youth activists in Kerala's Kannur, the Congress Party on Monday assured that such elements have no place in their party and hence have been suspended.

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No bilateral cricket series with Pak till terrorism remains: Govt.

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) prepares to meet the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in 2014, Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Monday asserted that there cannot be a bilateral series between the two nations until there is terrorism from the Pakistani side.

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Relief for Bihar liquor manufacturers, SC extends time for disposing old stock

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday provided relief to several liquor manufacturers of Bihar by extending the time limit for disposing old stocks from May 31 to July 31.

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Bihar Journalist murder: CBI takes Shahabuddin into custody for questioning

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday took former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammad Shahabuddin into custody for questioning, in an ongoing investigation over the murder of Bihar journalist Rajdeo Ranjan.

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Nepal politicians to allow chief justice to superannuate with grace

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:41 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 29 (ANI): Sushila Karki, the Chief Justice of Nepal's Supreme Court, will be allowed to superannuate from office without being impeached, said the country's politicians and lawmakers, cutting across party lines.

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3 Nations Invitational Tournament, a chance to assess performance ahead of HWL Semi-Final: Manpreet

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:14 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 29 (ANI): Indian men's hockey team skipper Manpreet Singh has insisted that the upcoming 3 Nations Invitational Tournament in Germany will provide them with the opportunity to assess their performance and get ready for the Hockey World League (HWL) Semi Final to be played in London.

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Rampur molestation: Four prime accused arrested, hunt on for remaining

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:13 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): The state police has successfully arrested four prime accused in the shocking Rampur molestation case, while a massive manhunt is underway to nab the remaining absconding perpetrators.

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Kaspersky Lab hires Stephan Neumeier as MD, Asia Pacific

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Global cyber-security company Kaspersky Lab on Monday announced hiring of Stephan Neumeier as the Managing Director of Kaspersky Lab Asia Pacific region with effect from today.

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B-town wishes 'Ramazan Mubarak' to fans

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The holy month of Ramazan has begun that will see Muslims around the world keeping a dawn-to-dusk fast for the entire month.

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Pak AG says will present evidence on Kulbhushan Jadhav before ICJ

Updated: May 29, 2017 12:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): Pakistan's Attorney General Ashtar Ausaf has said that Islamabad will be presenting all evidences before the Hague-based International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the Kulbhushan Jadhav case.

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DA case: CBI opposes HP CM Virbhadra Singh's bail plea

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Monday reserved its order on the bail plea of all the accused in the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case, including Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh.

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Asian Junior Tennis Championship begins in Pune

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:40 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 29 (ANI): Asian Junior Tennis Championship 2017, which is the most reputed tennis championship in the Asian circuit for the under 18 category, has today begun in Pune, Maharashtra.

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PM Modi embarks four-nation tour of Europe, Russia

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a four nation tour to Germany, Spain, Russia and France on Monday.

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Mobile towers near prison centers: SC issues notice to Rajasthan Govt.

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday issued a notice to the Rajasthan Government over removing mobile towers within a distance of 500 metres of prison centers.

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Ibrahimovic's agent unsure about forward's Man Utd return

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:29 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Zlatan Ibrahimovic's agent has admitted that he doesn't know whether the striker will be back at Manchester United next season.

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Pak adopts wait and watch on Saudi counter terrorism alliance

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): Pakistan has said it will first review the Terms of Reference (ToRs) of the Saudi Arabia-led Islamic Military Alliance against Terrorism (IMAT) before taking a decision to join it formally.

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WB Minister uses red beacon, says 'not bound by Centre's orders'

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:29 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India] May 29 (ANI): West Bengal PWD Minister Arup Biswas on Monday was seen using the red beacon atop his vehicle, despite the Centre's ban.

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Cattle ban outrage: After Kerala, 'beef fest' organised in IIT Madras

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:16 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 29 (ANI): A group of students at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras conducted a beef festival, showing their agitation against the Center recent order against selling cattle thus imposing an indirect beef ban.

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It`s `snowing` in Bengaluru...but not the kind you are thinking

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:05 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 29 (ANI): Yes, you read that right. After the pre-monsoon showers that relieved the IT city, Bengalureans are now facing trouble due to a one-of-its-own-kind of snowfall.

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Dwayne Johnson slams 'Baywatch's poor reviews

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Looks like, Dwayne Johnson won't let those bad 'Baywatch' reviews bring him down.

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Chhattisgarh: Circular issued to regulate 'sterilisation' of tribal communities

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:05 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 29 (ANI): In order to serve the interest of the Baiga and other primitive tribal communities, the Chhattisgarh Government on Monday issued a circular as per which the backward community of the state has to first file an application and get approval from the Sub-District Magistrate before undergoing sterilisation process.

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Emmy Rossum ties knot with 'Mr. Robot' creator Sam Esmail

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): IT'S OFFICIAL! Emmy Rossum and Sam Esmail are now husband and wife.

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Man City close to signing world record deal for goalie Ederson Moraes

Updated: May 29, 2017 11:05 IST

London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Manchester City are close to signing Benfica goalkeeper Ederson Moraes for a fee reported to be 34.9 million pound.

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Pak budget has clear Chinese footprint-Experts

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:49 IST

Islamabad/Lahore [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): Financial and economic experts in Pakistan have said that budget proposals announced for fiscal 2017-18, have a clear and visible Chinese footprint.

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NASA to reveal details on its first mission to touch sun

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): NASA is expected to announce new details on its first mission to fly directly into our sun's atmosphere on May 31.

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I fail to understand those supporting stone-pelters: Venkaiah Naidu

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Without mincing words, Union Urban Development Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Monday strongly supported Army Chief General Bipin Rawat's recent assertion on Kashmir.

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E-rickshaw driver killed: Delhi Police assures Centre of swift action

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:39 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Condemning the brutal murder of an e-rickshaw driver in the national capital, who was beaten to death for opposing public urination, Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Monday said that the incident is condemnable as the former was only spreading awareness among the people to keep the society clean.

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Dougie Brown appointed UAE head coach

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:37 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 29 (ANI): Former England and Scotland all-rounder Dougie Brown has been appointed as the head coach of UAE.

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Rajkummar Rao offers help to unsuccessful class 12th students

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao is lending a helping hand to those who did not do well in their CBSE Higher Secondary School exams.

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Pak terror groups pose threat to U.S. interests in Afghanistan, India: Spy chiefs

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:37 IST

Washington [United States], May 29 (ANI): The intelligence community in the United States is believed to have informed the U.S. Congress that Pakistan has by and large failed to curb militants and terrorists operating from its soil.

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No place for anti-social elements disrespecting women: UP Govt. on Azam Khan

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:37 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): With Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan wading into controversy with his remark over the recent Rampur molestation video, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma on Monday said that upholding the dignity of women is of utmost importance for the Yogi Adityanath Government, adding that there is no place for anti-social elements that disrespects women.

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Cell therapy may save diabetics from amputation by healing wounds

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): A new therapeutic approach may save diabetics from amputation by promoting wound healing, a recent study has suggested.

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Pakistan capable of beating India in Champions Trophy: Younis Khan

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:05 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 29 (ANI): Former Pakistan cricketer Younis Khan believes that the Sarfraz Ahmed-led side has the ability to beat India in the much anticipated high-voltage Champions Trophy encounter scheduled to be played on June 4 at Edgbaston.

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Pathankot: Abandoned 'fatigues' found, Army launches search ops

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:02 IST

Pathankot (Punjab) [India], May 29 (ANI): After a suspicious bag was spotted here today morning, a search operation has been launched in the Mamun Army base camp in Pathankot, Punjab.

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'Innovativeness' row: Left questions Army Chief's 'capacity, capability'

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:02 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 29 (ANI): Slamming Army Chief General Bipin Rawat for lauding the 'innovativeness' of Major Leetul Gogoi, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Monday questioned the former's capability to understand the Indian society.

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Genetic mutations study validate new strategy for reducing cholesterol

Updated: May 29, 2017 10:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): According to a recent study, an injectable antibody can be really helpful for lowering blood lipids and thereby potentially preventing coronary artery disease and other conditions caused by the build-up of fats, cholesterol.

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Gene discovery offers hope for female incontinence cure

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): A team of scientists has made a breakthrough in the treatment of female incontinence - the urge to urinate frequently - by identifying genes that trigger the condition.

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Second edition of 'Indian Open of Surfing' renders picturesque finish

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:52 IST

Mangalore (Karnataka) [India], May 29 (ANI): The second edition of the 'Indian Open of Surfing' came to a picturesque finish as the Sasihithlu Beach reveled with cheers for the participating surfers in the finals on Sunday.

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Jharkhand rail track leading to Delhi blown up by Maoists: Reports

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:52 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand)[India], May 29 (ANI): Maoists have reportedly blown up a railway track that falls under the jurisdiction of the Dhanbad railway division.

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We never asked anyone to 'smell good' before meeting CM: Congress

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:52 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Hitting out at the burgeoning law and order crisis in Uttar Pradesh, the Congress on Monday said that the Yogi Adityanath led-government is unable to control the ongoing crisis, adding the state government is also ignorant about the Dalits and minorities.

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This protein can help ward off chronic heart failure

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): Japanese researchers have identified a receptor protein on the surface of heart cells that promotes chronic heart failure, affecting more than 20 million people worldwide.

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New dog skull find may help detect birth defects

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): A study of dog DNA has linked a genetic mutation to flat face shapes such as those seen in pugs and bulldogs.

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Sri Lanka floods: Death toll rises to 164, 111 still missing

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:33 IST

New York [U.S.], May. 29 (ANI): The death toll in the deadly Sri Lankan floods has risen to 164, while 111 remain missing

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French President brands his handshake with Trump as 'moment of truth'

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:33 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 29 (ANI): With US President Donald Trump's signature handshake managing to make highlights almost every time, the newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron described his recent encounter with him as 'the moment of truth'.

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Centre backs Army Chief on 'fighting dirty war in Kashmir with innovation'

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:05 IST

New Delhi [India], Mau 29 (ANI): After the support lent by Army Chief General Bipin Rawat for Major Leetul Gogoi, the Centre on Monday concurred with the former's statement that 'the dirty war in Jammu and Kashmir calls for innovation'.

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E-rickshaw driver killed for opposing public urination: Centre steps in, assures justice

Updated: May 29, 2017 09:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 29 (ANI): Condemning the brutal murder of an e-rickshaw driver in the national capital, who was beaten to death for opposing public urination, Union Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday assured that he was personally looking into the matter and the culprits will not be spared.

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Portland double murder: Pressure on Trump to make statement

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:50 IST

London [U.K.], May 29 (ANI): Pressure seems to building up on U.S. President Donald Trump to speak up on the recent racist attack in Oregon's Portland, leading to the killing of two men.

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Five of 28 highest-paid Trump Admin staff are women

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:50 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 29 (ANI): Taking a fast stride towards the way of women empowerment, five of the 28 highest paid employees in the President Trump administration are women.

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WannaCry hackers could be from Southern China

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:50 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 29 (ANI): The hackers working under the name of WannaCry malware, the name that shook 150 countries by hacking their major websites, are likely to originate from the southern mainland, Hong Kong, Taiwan or Singapore.

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Pak funding: Two Separatist leaders to appear before NIA today

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:50 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Two separatist leaders from Jammu and Kashmir will appear before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) today in its Delhi headquarters.

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1993 blasts: TADA court likely to pronounce orders against Abu Salem

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:50 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 29 (ANI): A special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) court in Mumbai is likely to pronounce its orders today against underworld don Abu Salem and others in connection with the 1993 blasts case.

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Bihar: Lighting, wall collapse kills 23

Updated: May 29, 2017 08:15 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 29 (ANI): At least 23 people were killed in separate incidents of lightning and wall collapse in Bihar.

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Researchers break down plastic waste under mild conditions

Updated: May 29, 2017 07:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): Japanese researchers have developed a highly efficient catalyst for breaking resistant chemical bonds, paving the way for easier recycling of plastic waste.

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Pippa Middleton, James Matthews on honeymoon

Updated: May 29, 2017 07:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): Seems like the newly-wed Pippa Middleton and James Matthews are on the Garden of Edens.

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Trump lambasts 'fake' media for 'demeaning' his social media use

Updated: May 29, 2017 06:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday lambasted the 'fake' media for 'demeaning' his use of social media alleging that they don't want the people to know the 'real story'.

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U.S. Navy SEAL member killed after parachute malfunction

Updated: May 29, 2017 06:32 IST

New York [USA], May 29 (ANI): A member of the elite U.S. Navy SEAL died on Sunday after his parachute failed to open during a Fleet Week demonstration over the Hudson River.

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Brazilian musicians arrange protest concert demanding new President

Updated: May 29, 2017 06:11 IST

Rio De Janeiro [Brazil], May 29 (ANI): Some of the best Brazilian musicians organized a protest concert on Sunday, demanding the resignation of President Michel Temer amid corruption allegations. They also called for new elections.

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Civilian deaths in war against Islamic State inevitable: Pentagon head

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:47 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis on Sunday said that civilian casualties in the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) are inevitable even as the U.S. forces "do everything humanly possible" to prevent them.

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Meira Paibi Day observed in Manipur

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:45 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 29 (ANI): Commemorating the movement of Manipuri womenfolk against the atrocities committed by Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFPSA) in the state in 1980, 19th Meira Paibi Numit was observed on Sunday in Manipur.

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Uttarakhand: Devotees at 'Gopal Bisht temple' offer sickle to deity

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:33 IST

Fatehpur (Uttarakhand), May 29 (ANI): Have u ever heard of offering sickle to the God? Well, devotees at Gopal Bisht temple in Fatehpur, Uttarakhand did so, after their wishes got fulfilled.

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Himachal CM's LIC agent's bail plea to be heard today

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:26 IST

New Delhi, May 29 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh's Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) agent Anand Chauhan's bail plea will be heard by a trial court today in Delhi in a disproportionate case.

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Men bargain better than women: Study

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Busting the age old myth, a survey says that better bargainers than women.

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Somalia: Jihadist group stones man to death for adultery

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:11 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 29 (ANI): Jihadist group al-Shabaab reportedly stoned to death a 44-year-old man in Somalia for alleged adultery.

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Bihar liquor ban: SC to hear plea of companies seeking time to dispose old stocks

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Supreme Court will hear the plea of certain liquor manufacturers from Bihar, seeking extension of time to dispose of their old stocks, including raw material, lying in their ware houses.

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Ingredients of an impactful video content strategy

Updated: May 29, 2017 05:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Video content marketing is the integration of video as a part of content strategy that goes along with other forms like social text posts, banners, posters, photos, blogs, websites, etc.

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Soaps to dalits- 'Cruel' example of cast system: JD(U)

Updated: May 29, 2017 04:55 IST

New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): Lashing out at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over the Kushinagar incident, where dalits were asked to shower before meeting him, the Janata Dal (United) on Monday said there cannot be more "cruel" example of cast system than this.

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Joshua Jackson 'over the moon' as ex-galpal Diane Kruger wins 'Best Actress' at Cannes

Updated: May 29, 2017 04:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): 'Yes she Cannes'- that's exactly what actor Joshua Jackson feels about his former girlfriend Diane Kruger's big win (the Best Actress honour) at the closing ceremony of the 70th Cannes Film Festival.

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N. Korea's missile launch reached Japan's exclusive economic zone

Updated: May 29, 2017 04:06 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 29 (ANI): The missile launched by North Korea on Monday reached Japan's exclusive economic zone in the Sea of Japan, said Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga.

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Katy Perry flashes underwear onstage in low-cut silver dress

Updated: May 29, 2017 04:04 IST

Washington D.C [USA], May 29 (ANI): Along with her terrific music and electric performance at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2017, Katy Perry showed off a bit more that what we expected.

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N. Korea launches 'what appears to be' ballistic missile

Updated: May 29, 2017 03:45 IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 29 (ANI): North Korea on Monday fired what appears to be a ballistic missile from its eastern coast, according to the South Korean military.

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Eddie Vedder kicks off tour with tribute to Chris Cornell

Updated: May 29, 2017 03:36 IST

Washington D.C [USA], May 29 (ANI): Almost after 10-days of his grunge compatriot Chris Cornell's demise, 'Pearl Jam' singer Eddie Vedder, kicking off a European solo tour in Amsterdam, took to stage on Saturday.

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Europe can no longer rely on U.S., Britain: Merkel

Updated: May 29, 2017 03:23 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 29 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Europe has to forge its own path forward, as the United States and Britain are no longer reliable partners.

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US-led airstrike kills 20 civilians in Syria

Updated: May 29, 2017 03:19 IST

Raqqa [Syria], May 29 (ANI): At least 20 civilians were killed in a U.S. led airstrike against the Islamic State terrorists in the southern countryside of Raqqa province in Syria.

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Army Chief's support for Major Gogoi will boost force's morale: Defence Experts

Updated: May 29, 2017 03:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): Applauding Army chief General Bipin Rawat for defending Major Leetul Gogoi over the human shield controversy, Defence experts on Monday said such felicitations give morale boost to the Indian Army.

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Minneapolis art museum to remove gallows-like sculpture

Updated: May 29, 2017 02:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Walker Art Center in Minneapolis will remove a gallows-like sculpture, following protests by Native Americans, who say it brings back painful memories of the mass hanging of 38 Dakota men in 1862.

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BJP dubs public cattle slaughter in Kerala as "smack on communal mindset"

Updated: May 29, 2017 02:35 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai [India], May 29 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday sought clarification from Congress president Sonia Gandhi and Vice-president Rahul Gandhi, after their party's youth activists butchered a calf, in public, in Kerala's Kannur to protest against Centre's ban on cattle slaughter.

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Elvis Presley' jet auctioned after sitting 35 years

Updated: May 29, 2017 02:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): After a wait of 35-long-years on a tarmac in Roswell, New Mexico, a private jet, once owned by Elvis Presley, got a new owner on May 27.

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U.S. considering laptop ban on all international flights

Updated: May 29, 2017 01:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): The U.S. administration is considering a blanket ban on laptops in passenger cabins of all international flights to and from the United States.

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Swedish satire 'The Square' wins Palme d'Or at Cannes 2017

Updated: May 29, 2017 00:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The 70th annual Cannes Film Festival came to an end on Sunday, with bestowing the Palme d'Or on Swedish satire 'The Square.'

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Yogi questions 'secular' Congress' silence over Kannur incident

Updated: May 28, 2017 23:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): In a veiled attack on the Congress party, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday questioned the silence of the grand old party over the Kannur incident where a Youth Congress worker slaughtered a cattle in public.

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Main accused in Rampur molestation case arrested, hunt on for others

Updated: May 28, 2017 23:28 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): Main accused in the Rampur molestation case has been arrested and a four member committee was formed to nab others, the police said on Sunday.

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Suicide bomb attack kills four in eastern Iraq

Updated: May 28, 2017 23:15 IST

Diyala [Iraq], May 28 (ANI): At least four persons were killed and 18 others injured after a suicide bomber blew himself near a security checkpoint in Iraq's central Baquba city on Sunday.

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Theresa May was very angry over Manchester bombing photo leak: Trump

Updated: May 28, 2017 23:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said that British Prime Minister Theresa May was very angry over the leaks of sensitive information about the Manchester Arena bombing to the U.S. media.

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India beats Kiwis by 45 runs courtesy D/L method in first warm-up match

Updated: May 28, 2017 22:53 IST

London [U.K.], May 28 (ANI): India defeated New Zealand by 45 runs through the Duckworth-Lewis method in its first warm-up match of the Champions Trophy played at the Oval, Kennington on Sunday.

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Rahul Gandhi condemns Kerala's 'barbaric' incident of calf slaughtering

Updated: May 28, 2017 22:52 IST

New Delhi, May 28 (ANI): A day after Youth Congress activists publically butchered a calf in Kerala's Kannur to protest against the Centre's ban on sale of cattle for slaughtering, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi condemned the 'barbaric' incident while dubbing it as 'thoughtless and unacceptable.'

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Hyderabad couple pleads Sushma to save daughter stuck in Pak

Updated: May 28, 2017 22:26 IST

New Delhi [India] May 28 (ANI): After Uzma's return, a couple from Hyderabad has urged the External Affairs Minister (EAM) to bring back their daughter, who is stuck in Pakistan from nine years.

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Sonia to form committee for presidential candidate: Lalu Yadav

Updated: May 28, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Sunday said that Congress president Sonia Gandhi will be constituting a committee which will come up with names of possible candidates for the post of President and Vice-President.

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Kerala: Case filed against Congress workers for slaughtering calf

Updated: May 28, 2017 22:07 IST

Kannur (Kerala), May 28 (ANI): Kannur police has registered case against district president of Youth Congress and other Congress workers for slaughtering a calf in public view.

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Cher mourns her ex-husband Gregg Allman's death

Updated: May 28, 2017 21:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): Veteran American singer Cher paid a heartfelt tribute to her former husband Gregg Allman, following his death at the age of 69 years.

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Eight killed in Mississippi shooting, one arrested

Updated: May 28, 2017 20:27 IST

Mississippi [USA], May 28 (ANI): At least eight people including a deputy sheriff were killed in shoot out in Mississippi's Lincoln County.

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Situation under control: Gujarat CM on Zika detection

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:55 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), May 28 (ANI): A day after World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed three Zika virus cases in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, the state Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Sunday took cognizance of the report while assuring that the situation was under control and there is nothing to worry about.

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Kourtney K won't let ex-Scott see their kids until he sobers down

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): Seems like alcohol abuse and other substances will cost Scott Disick his fatherhood as due to his addiction, his former flame Kourtney Kardarshian doesn't want him to keep up with their kids.

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Delhi govt. schools' performance better than private ones: Manish Sisodia

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Praising the government schools' performance in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) class XII exams, Delhi Education Minister Manish Sisodia on Sunday said that they are better than private schools.

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ShiftingSolutions.in: A trusted name in packers and movers industry

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Moving from one place or city to another is a part and parcel of our life. Sometimes we have to move from one place to another for better opportunities or some specific circumstances. Moving to a new place especially with lots of goods and household effects can be tedious and complicated process bringing an individual in stress and hassle.

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Black Box of IAF's missing Sukhoi-30 found

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): A ground search and rescue party, consisting of Para (Special Forces) and Indian Air Force Garuds along with the army, reached Assam on Sunday, where Sukhoi-30 jet crashed, and recovered the aircraft's Black Box.

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ONGC creates history, employees summit Mt Everest

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28(ANI): Three more ONGC employees - Santosh Kumar, Nirmal Kumar and Prabhat Gaurav have added on to the historic feat of scaling the Mount Everest.

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Arunachal's Anshu Jamsenpa given rousing welcome in Kathmandu after Everest record

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:27 IST

Itanagar(Arunachal Pradesh)[India], May 28 (ANI) Famed woman mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa was given a grand welcome in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Sunday after conquering Mt. Everest for a record fifth time. She is the only woman in the world to achieve this feat.

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President Mukherjee to present Malti Gyan Peeth Puraskars

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28(ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will present the Malti Gyan Peeth Puraskars for this year at a function to be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan tomorrow.

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Gujarat police seizes demonetised currency, arrests four

Updated: May 28, 2017 19:00 IST

Bharuch (Gujarat) [India], May 28(ANI): Gujarat police Special Operations Group (SOG) has seized more than Rs 1 crore demonetised currency from a car and also arrested four persons in this regard in Bharuch.

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'Blessed' Big B thanks Twitter followers on hitting 27 million mark

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Bollywood's superstar Amitabh Bachchan has now joined the list of A-listers who have crossed the 27-million-followers' mark on Twitter.

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Zika detected in India: Gujarat Health Minister requests for calm

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:51 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), May 28 (ANI): With cases of Zika virus being reported from Ahmedabad, Gujarat Health Minister Shankar Chaudhary on Sunday asserted that there was no need to be worried as actions have been taken in accordance to the guidelines of World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Government of India.

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Jaitley takes swing at Pak., urges optimum defence preparedness for India

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:36 IST

Chitradurga (Karnataka) [India], May 28 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley, in a veiled reference to Pakistan, has said India's defence preparedness needs to be enhanced to the optimum level, owing to its geographical location.

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UTT announces franchises for inaugural season

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), India's newest sports franchise league, promises to be a sporting breakthrough with a number of top franchises confirming their participation.

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Neroca gets '10 out of 10' as former stars hail success

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:20 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 28 (ANI): Former Manipuri stars lauded Neroca FC's feat of winning the Second Division League and becoming the first Club from the State to scale the height.

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Kerber suffers shocking first round exit at Roland Garros

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:18 IST

Paris [France], May 28 (ANI): World No. 1 Angelique Kerber on Sunday suffered a shocking straight-sets defeat Russian Ekaterina Makarova to bow out of the French Open in the opening round itself.

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Kathmandu sees Tagore's childhood

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:14 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 28 (ANI): Indian theater group, Ruchika, on Sunday staged a drama based on famous literary figure Rabindranath Tagore's childhood in Kathmandu.

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Chhattisgarh: Seven Naxal supporters caught in Narayanpur

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:14 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 28 (ANI): At least seven suspected Naxals, including three women, were caught after an encounter took place between security forces and the militants in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district last night.

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Want to make your mornings delicious? Head to 'Number 31' in Def Col

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): If the same aroma of eggs, bread and butter, and coffee is making you nauseous or the pain of cooking early in the morning is narrowing your breakfast down to milk and cereal every day, then look no further - the latest in healthy breakfast alternatives has come in the form of Defence Colony's Number 31.

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Premier Futsal all set to go global

Updated: May 28, 2017 18:01 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 28 (ANI): Premier Futsal, the most watched Futsal tournament in the world, is all set to go international with Season Two of the home-grown sporting event.

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Mani Shankar Aiyar clarifies on meeting separatists in Valley

Updated: May 28, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi[India],May 28(ANI): Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar, who invited flak for meeting Hurriyat leaders in Kashmir, on Sunday clarified his move, saying that he not only met the latter but also many other communities to discuss the ongoing unrest in the Valley.

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China criticises G7 interference in its sea disputes

Updated: May 28, 2017 17:30 IST

Beijing [China], May 28 (ANI): China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang on Sunday said that Beijing strongly denounces a joint communique released after the 2017 G7 summit as it interfered in East China Sea and South China Sea issues on the pretext of international law.

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French Open: Kvitova makes winning return to tennis

Updated: May 28, 2017 17:20 IST

Paris [France], May 28 (ANI): Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova entered the second round of French Open after beating American Julia Boserup in straight sets on Sunday.

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Despite shutdown call, hundreds of Kashmiri youth appear in army recruitment exam

Updated: May 28, 2017 17:18 IST

Baramulla (J-K) [India], May 28 (ANI): Asserting that the Kashmir youth need employment, a top army officer on Sunday said that defying separatist shutdown call, hundreds of students participated in the army recruitment examination in the Valley.

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Women activists corner Yogi Govt. in wake of Rampur, Kushinagar incidents

Updated: May 28, 2017 17:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Berating two dastardly incidents of the Uttar Pradesh's Rampur and Kushinagar districts, women activists on Sunday attacked the newly formed BJP Government in the state, saying Uttar Pradesh has become an epitome of lawlessness where criminals roam free.

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General Bipin Rawat begins his four-day Myanmar tour

Updated: May 28, 2017 16:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Chief of the Army Staff, (COAS) General Bipin Rawat is on a four-day visit to Myanmar from May 28 to May 31.

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Here is a detailed itinerary of PM Modi's four-nation tour

Updated: May 28, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): With an aim to boost India's economic engagements and to invite more investments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be undertaking a four-nation tour from May 29, starting with Germany.

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In Yogi raj, men should keep their women indoor: Azam Khan

Updated: May 28, 2017 16:23 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): In the wake of Rampur incident where a group of men molested two women in broad day light, former Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan on Sunday took a jibe at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government and said that situation in the state is such that men should try and keep their women indoors.

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Nawaz Sharif's son appears before JIT in Panamagate probe

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:59 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's son Hussain Nawaz on Sunday appeared before the Supreme Court-appointed Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing the Sharif family's offshore properties to record his statement in the ongoing Panamagate probe at the Federal Judicial Academy.

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Yogi Adityanath practicing 'untouchability': Congress on Kushinagar Dalits row

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Tearing into Yogi Adityanath over the Kushinagar incident where Dalits were asked to shower before meeting him, the Congress today demanded an unconditional apology from the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and also demanded a case be registered against the officials and the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister in regard to the same.

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Michael Carrick extends stay at Old Trafford

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:42 IST

Manchester [UK], May 28 (ANI): Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has extended his contract at Old Trafford for another year to June 2018.

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INS Shardul reaches Colombo with relief materials

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:29 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 28 (ANI): In the aftermath of devastating floods and landslides in Sri Lanka, the Indian Navy's INS Shardul on Sunday reached here with relief materials and stores.

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At what age do women have the best sex of their lives?

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:26 IST

London [UK], May 28 (ANI): Are you one of those women who believe that your sex life peaks in your twenties?

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'Black Mirror' season four episode titles and directors revealed

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:13 IST

London [UK], May 28 (ANI): The Netflix driven show, 'Black Mirror,' is all set to come back and haunt us all.

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Saudi rulers will perish: Khamenei

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:11 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 28 (ANI): On the occasion of the beginning of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that "Saudi rulers are going to perish".

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Trump returns to White House, faces slew of challenges

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:11 IST

New York [U.S.], May 28 (ANI) : U.S. President Donald Trump is facing a barrage of challenges including Jared Kushner's role in the ongoing Russian probe, after coming back to the White House after his first international trip, during which he visited Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy, the Vatican and Belgium over a period of nine days.

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J-K: Civilian killed in Pak firing in Kupwara sector

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:11 IST

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir), May 28 (ANI): Pakistan Army today shot dead a civilian and injured another in Keran sector of Kupwara district near Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Delhi: WiFi-enabled 'Dream Gates' to be installed at Heritage Metro stations

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): With the extended version of the Delhi Metro's violet line, the Heritage Line, being inaugurated today, the authorities have facilitated the installation of entry and exit gates that can be operated via smartphone.

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Pro-ISIS slogans graffiti allegedly seen in Delhi University

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) Secretary, Ankit Sangwan on Sunday filed a complaint in the North Campus Police Station after Pro-ISIS slogans were allegedly seen in Delhi University' Delhi School of Economics.

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Listening to sad music in group can give you the blues

Updated: May 28, 2017 15:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): You may want to avoid listening to sad music in a group and talking about sad things, as according to a recent study, it can make you depressed.

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Massive power outages across Karachi on first day of Ramazan

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:43 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI): Pakistan's largest and most populous city, Karachi suffered massive power outages on Sunday, the first day of Ramazan.

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Practice is all it takes to make your 4-month-old stand!

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): Turns out, children as young as four months are capable of standing on their own.

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UP: Rape-accused bailed from jail, returns to haunt his victim

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:41 IST

Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): A rape-accused man who was bailed from his prison term for his dastardly crime, went straight to his victim's house after his release and threatened her with dire consequences.

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CBSE topper Raksha Gopal's marks card is a jaw-dropper!

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): With the nation effusive after learning of Raksha Gopal, the topper of the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) Secondary School examination (Class 12), her marks card is deemed to be a reflection of the perseverance she showed in emerging successful with flying colours.

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And you thought extreme sports are just for adrenaline rush!

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): Jumping to your death? Turns out, extreme sportsmen and women are "not adrenaline junkies with a death wish."

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Congratulate all who successfully passed CBSE XII exams: PM Modi

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated all the victorious students who successfully passed in the Senior Secondary Examinations conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).

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India shrugs off Pakistan's 'extra judicial killing' barb over Sabzar Bhat

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): With Pakistan branding the killing of Hizbul commander Sabzar Ahmad Bhat as 'extra judicial', Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh today asserted that regardless of what the hostile neighbor says, India's approach towards the Valley remains clear and consistent.

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Graham Norton opens show with tribute to Manchester attack victims

Updated: May 28, 2017 14:04 IST

London [UK], May 28 (ANI): TV host Graham Norton normally opens 'The Graham Norton Show' with witty one-liners and funny jokes, but recently he broke the norm and started his show by giving a moving tribute to the victims of Manchester terror attack.

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De Villiers `pretty upset` with fresh ball tempering row

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:56 IST

Southampton [UK], May 28 (ANI): South Africa skipper AB de Villiers has said that he was "pretty upset" with the umpires implying that his side was involved in ball tempering during the second ODI of the three-match series against England which they lost by two runs at the Ageas Bowl.

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Female National-level shooter shows incredible bravery, rescues kidnapped relative

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): A female national-level shooter displayed exemplary bravery as she used her skilled to save her relative's life from the clutches of kidnapper.

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Soon, an accurate, cheap genetic test for anal cancer

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): A new genetic test could be an accurate and inexpensive way to find and treat those at highest risk of anal cancer - a disease with growing incidence in women, men who have sex with men (MSM) and people with HIV.

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Wanted KLO militants arrested in Tripura

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:44 IST

Gandacherra (Tripura) [India], May 28 (ANI): Three Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) militants of Assam, who entered India from Bangladesh, have been arrested in the bordering Gandhachera subdivision of Tripura.

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Fight against leprosy: Efforts honoured with ICN award

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The International Council of Nurses (ICN) presented its Health and Human Rights Award to Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman of the Nippon Foundation, at the 2017 ICN Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on May 27.

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Srinagar: Defying shutdown call, youngsters come forth to enroll in Indian Army

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:34 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 28 (ANI): Amid the prevailing unrest in the Kashmir Valley, the Common Entrance Written Examination for the selection of Indian Army Junior Commissioned Officers and Other Ranks was successfully held in Srinagar and Pattan on Sunday.

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Kim Jong Un inspects test-fire of new anti-aircraft weapon

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:28 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 28 (ANI): Supreme leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim Jong-un has ordered the mass-production and deployment of a 'next-gen air defense system' to bolster its air supremacy as he personally inspected the test-fire of a new-type anti-aircraft guided weapon system.

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This season, get summer bold with these style trends

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Summer is a time to shed layers and get comfy and so, fashionistas are looking to put a stylish foot forward while trying to stay cool.

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Constructive criticism strengthens democracy: PM Modi on NDA's three years

Updated: May 28, 2017 13:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): With the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Centre completing three years of governance, the initiatives implemented and overall performance have come under the scanner several times, which, according to the former, is said to be a key to strengthening democracy.

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With onset of Ramazan, Aurangabad sees surge in sale of dates

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:58 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], May 28 (ANI): The month of Ramazan has begun and a vast majority of Muslim population will be fasting for a large number of days.

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PM Modi praises Versova Resident Volunteers for cleaning beach

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the Versova Resident Volunteers and team of Afroz Shah, the lawyer from Bombay High Court, who is leading the campaign for cleaning the beach, which was earlier considered as the dirtiest beach in the city.

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India vs Pak: Kohli is a great batsman but has failed against me, says Junaid

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:41 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI): Ahead of the much awaited high-voltage India Pakistan encounter in the upcoming Champions Trophy on June 4 at Edgbaston, Pakistani speedster Junaid Khan has taken a dig at skipper Virat Kohli, saying his team is not afraid of the swashbuckling Indian batsman and they know how to tackle him.

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CBSE toppers want to be 'economist, politician, IAS officer, engineer': Javadekar

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Soon after results of the Senior Secondary Examination (Class 12) conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) were announced, Union Minister of Human Resource Development Prakash Javadekar on Sunday congratulated the candidates for their successful results, lauding them for their hard work and determination to achieve their goal.

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Chris Brown shares adorable birthday wish for daughter Royalty

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Chris Brown is a proud father!

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CBSE Boards: Raksha Gopal reeling with happiness, shock after topping with 99.6%

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): After topping this year's CBSE Class XII results, Raksha Gopal, a student of Amity International School has shared that it was not her aim to be a topper, but to secure good marks.

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Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi strongly bats for nature conservation

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the people of the nation to connect with nature, saying that the process connects us with ourselves.

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Petition in Pakistan SC for 'early execution' of Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:07 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI): A petition has been filed in Pakistan's Supreme Court seeking 'immediate execution' of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav if he failed to get his capital punishment overturned.

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Australian Govt. may intervene in CA-ACA dispute if Ashes threatened

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:03 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 28 (ANI): The Australian Government has said that they would be prepared to step in for mediation between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) if the current pay dispute continues.

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Yoga is India's gift to the world: PM Modi

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Urging the nation to make Yoga an essential part of their lives to remain stress free, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Yoga is the only thing that is uniting the world.

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UK: 23,000 jihadists identified amid terror fears

Updated: May 28, 2017 12:03 IST

London [U.K.], May 28 (ANI): As many as 23,000 jihadist extremists currently living in the U.K. have been identified by intelligence agencies as potential terrorists.

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PM Modi remembers Veer Savarkar, calls on nation to visit 'Kaala Paani'

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Remembering freedom fighter Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called on the nation especially the youth to make a trip to the cellular jails, also called 'kaala paani' in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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David Lynch still unclear about returning to movies

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:53 IST

London [UK], May 28 (ANI): David Lynch fans Rejoice! The acclaimed director is not retiring from film-making after all.

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32nd Mann Ki Baat: From Ramazan to Yoga, PM Modi's top 10 quotes

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): From greeting the nation on the holy occasion of Ramazan, to reminding everyone about the upcoming International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke to the citizens in the 32nd edition of his Mann Ki Baat address on a range of issues.

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CBSE Class XII results: Noida's Raksha Gopal tops with a whopping 99.6 %

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) today announced the examination results of the Senior Secondary Examination (Class 12th).

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`Diversity is India`s strength`: PM Modi greets nation on Ramazan

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday conveyed greetings to the nation on the beginning of the holy month of Islamic calendar, Ramazan.

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J-K: Indian Army foils another Pak infiltration bid, guns down intruder

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:06 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 28 (ANI): The body of one intruder was recovered as the Indian Army foiled another infiltration attempt by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch area on Sunday.

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PeeCee raises the temperature with her new Instagram pic

Updated: May 28, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): 'Baywatch' might not have got good reviews in the West and it looks like Priyanka Chopra could not be less bothered by them.

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Will fulfill aspirations of Northeast: PM Modi on Manipur RS victory

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Manipur's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for their victory in Rajya Sabha elections in the state.

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Moment of truth: CBSE declares Class 12th result

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday declared the examination results of the Senior Secondary School Examinations (Class 12) which were conducted in March and April this year.

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London airports mayhem: British Airways blames Indian IT services

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:57 IST

London [U.K.], May 28 (ANI): British Airways GMB union has blamed the airline's 2016 decision of outsourcing IT jobs to India as the reason behind cancelling all Saturday flights from London's two biggest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick.

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Messi's master-class inspires Barcelona to Copa del Rey final triumph

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:53 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 28 (ANI): Star striker Lionel Messi produced yet another master-class as Luis Enrique's Barcelona reign ended with a trophy as he inspired a third consecutive Copa del Rey title with a 3-1 final win over Deportivo Alaves at Vicente Calderon last evening.

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Delhi: E-rickshaw driver killed for opposing public urination

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): An E-rickshaw driver was allegedly beaten to death on Saturday evening in GTB Nagar, after he opposed two students from urinating near the Metro station.

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Miranda Kerr ties the knot with Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): IT'S OFFICIAL! Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel are now husband and wife.

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Not going to comment on Kushner: Trump's NSA

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:04 IST

New York [U.S.], May 28 (ANI): U. S. President Donald Trump's National Security Adviser, H. R. McMaster has declined to answer questions specifically on the growing controversy surrounding Jared Kushner, saying "That's something I'm not prepared to talk about."

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Uber CEO's mother killed in boating accident

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:04 IST

New York [U.S.], May 28 (ANI): In a tragic development, the mother of Travis Kalanick, Chief Executive of Uber, was killed and his father was seriously injured in a boating accident on Friday near Fresno, Calif.

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Chennai: Three burnt to death inside a car

Updated: May 28, 2017 10:04 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 28 (ANI): Three people, including a woman, were burnt to death inside a car in Chennai's Mahabalipuram yesterday.

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UP horror: Women molested in broad daylight, video goes viral

Updated: May 28, 2017 09:33 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): Highlighting yet another case of lawlessness spreading in the state, a video of two girls being molested openly by a group of young men in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur district, has set the social media on fire.

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Sabzar Bhat killed: Curfew imposed in Valley amid stirring unrest

Updated: May 28, 2017 09:24 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 28 (ANI): Curfew has been announced following the killing of Hijbul Mujahideen commander Sabzar Ahmed Bhat in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Tral area yesterday.

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Ariana Grande will return to Manchester for fundraising concert

Updated: May 28, 2017 09:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Undeterred by the severe terror threat and the traumatic attack after her concert, Ariana Grande is all set to return to Manchester.

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Higher BMI can cause cardiovascular problems for youngsters

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): A recent study shows that higher than normal Body Mass Index (BMI) may cause worse cardiovascular health in those aged as young as 17.

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Sanjay Mittal kidnapping: Two more arrested from UP

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:56 IST

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): Two more criminals from the 'Vickey Boxer' gang were arrested by Firozabad police on Sunday morning, in the kidnapping case of industrialist Sanjay Mittal.

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Pakistan brands Hizbul terrorist Sabzar Bhat's killing as 'extra-judicial'

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:56 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI) :Pakistan Foreign Affairs Adviser Sartaj Aziz has condemned the killing of top Hizbul commander Sabzar Ahmad Bhat and other terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir by the Indian forces, and called upon the international community and the United Nations to bring an end to the bloodshed.

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Delhiites wake up to a rainy Sunday

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Delhiites woke up to a breezy, cool Sunday, as the national capital witnessed rains which lasted through the night.

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Trump plans to sell half of 'emergency' U.S. oil reserve

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:36 IST

New York [U.S.], May 28 (ANI): President Donald Trump's proposal to sell nearly half of the U.S. emergency oil stockpile has sparked an intense debate about whether the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is still required.

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Probiotics helpful in treating depression: Study

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): According to a new study, adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) reported improvements from co-existing depression, when they took a specific pro-biotic than adults with IBS who took a placebo.

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Jharkhand: Naxals kill villager for being 'police informer'

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:08 IST

Bokaro (Jharkhand) [India], May 28 (ANI): A villager was allegedly killed by Naxals on the suspicion of being a police informer in Jharkhand's Bokaro district yesterday.

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Muslims observe first day of holy month 'Ramazan' from today

Updated: May 28, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Muslim across the world will observe the beginning of the holy month of Islamic calendar, 'Ramazan' from today.

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Exposure to diesel pollution ups risk of heart attack

Updated: May 28, 2017 07:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 28 (ANI): A word of caution; avoid places with heavy traffic or try to find a different route as a study has warned that exposure to diesel pollution causes heart attack, heart failure and death.

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JD (U) hails Nitish, PM meet

Updated: May 28, 2017 06:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Hailing the meeting between Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Mauritian counterpart Pravind Jugnauth, the Janata Dal (United) on Sunday asserted that it was the duty of the Bihar Chief Minister to be present for the gathering as it was an honour.

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Congress puts onus on Centre over Tral encounter

Updated: May 28, 2017 05:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Stating that Pakistan's interference in India's internal matters is unacceptable, the Congress Party on Sunday said the BJP-led NDA Government at the Centre should be more careful and look into the matter seriously.

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BJP slams 'immature' Rahul Gandhi over Saharanpur visit

Updated: May 28, 2017 03:54 IST

New Delhi [India] May 28 (ANI): Slamming Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi who visited riot-hit Saharanpur despite being denied permission, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that the former took an immature decision by going to the district.

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Russia, Turkey reaffirm commitment to deepen partnership

Updated: May 28, 2017 03:36 IST

Moscow (Russia), May 28 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated mutual commitment on Saturday to deepen the strategic partnership between the two countries, the Kremlin said.

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Police release CCTV pictures of Manchester bomber

Updated: May 28, 2017 03:17 IST

Manchester (UK), May 28 (ANI): Pictures of the Manchester bomber on his way to the arena where he carried out Britain's worst terrorist attack in 12 years have been released by police.

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Two killed in Portland after trying to stop anti-Muslim rant

Updated: May 28, 2017 03:03 IST

Portland (Oregon), May 28 (ANI): Two men were stabbed to death and one injured on a light-rail train in Portland, Ore., after they tried to intervene when another passenger began "ranting and raving" and shouting anti-Muslim hate speech at two young women.

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Egypt hits Libyan terror camps again after attack kills Christians

Updated: May 28, 2017 02:47 IST

Cairo (Egypt), May 28 (ANI): Egypt launched a fresh wave of air strikes against Libyan terrorist bases on Saturday in response to the killing of 29 Coptic Christians south of Cairo, with a warning of further retaliation possible.

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Taliban car bombing kills 12 in Afghanistan

Updated: May 28, 2017 02:36 IST

Kabul (Afghanistan), May 28 (ANI): A large Taliban explosion targeting an elite Afghan militia force that has worked closely with the C.I.A. killed at least a dozen people on Saturday in the eastern part of the country.

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Musical legend Gregg Allman passes away at 69

Updated: May 28, 2017 01:51 IST

Georgia (U.S.), May 28 (ANI): Gregg Allman, the founding member of the Allman Brothers Band who overcame family tragedy, drug addiction and health problems to become a grizzled elder statesman for the blues music he loved passed away at 69.

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Odisha: Two Bajrang Dal activists arrested for attacking cattle transporters

Updated: May 28, 2017 01:46 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 28 (ANI): The Bhubaneswar Government Railway Police (GRP) on Saturday night arrested two Bajrang Dal activists for their alleged involvement in the attack on two cattle transporters at the Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Wednesday.

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Former U.S. Senator Jim Bunning dies at 85

Updated: May 28, 2017 01:42 IST

Washington DC (US), May 28 (ANI): Former U.S. Senator Jim Bunning, the only National Baseball Hall of Fame member ever to serve in Congress, has died at the age of 85.

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INS Ganga retiring today

Updated: May 28, 2017 01:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Indian Navy frigate INS Ganga will be placed in non-operational category from Sunday, followed by decommissioning, after 32 years of service.

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Venkaiah Naidu, Kejriwal to jointly inaugurate Heritage Line stretch of Delhi Metro

Updated: May 28, 2017 00:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will jointly inaugurate the Heritage Line stretch of Delhi Metro on Sunday.

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PM Modi to address nation on 32nd 'Mann Ki Baat'

Updated: May 28, 2017 00:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Sunday speak to the nation in the 32nd episode of the monthly programme 'Mann Ki Baat' at 11 a.m.

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Chief of Air Staff pays homage to Kargil martyrs

Updated: May 28, 2017 00:13 IST

Bhisiana (Punjab) [India], May 28 (ANI): Air Chief Marshal B. S. Dhanoa led a four aircraft, MiG-21 'Missing Man' formation flypast at AF Station Bhisiana on Saturday, to honour the valour and supreme sacrifice of Kargil martyrs.

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CBSE to announce Class 12th results today

Updated: May 28, 2017 00:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce the examination results of the Senior Secondary Examination (Class 12th) on May 28th.

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UP: Four IPS officers transferred, Anant Dev becomes new SSP

Updated: May 27, 2017 23:51 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): In the wake of a series of criminal atrocities reported in several parts of Uttar Pradesh, the state government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday ordered transfer of four Indian Police Services (IPS) officers.

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British Airways cancels all Saturday flights from London's two biggest airports

Updated: May 27, 2017 23:27 IST

London (UK), May 27 (ANI): The British Airways has canceled all Saturday flights from London's two biggest airports after "a major IT system failure" caused severe disruption to flight operations worldwide.

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Paris climate accord: G7 leaders in imbroglio after Trump delay

Updated: May 27, 2017 23:21 IST

London [U.K.], May 27 (ANI): The G 7 leaders, in their final communique, have said that the summit in Italy has failed to bridge differences over climate change after United States President Donald Trump remained non-committal over the Paris Agreement.

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Statins improves heart structure and function: Study

Updated: May 27, 2017 23:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): Briton researchers have found that group of drugs, which act to reduce levels of cholesterol in the blood, is linked to improved heart structure and its function.

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Had `extraordinary engagements` with Narendra Modi, says Mauritius PM

Updated: May 27, 2017 22:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on Saturday described his engagements with his counterpart, Narendra Modi, as "extra ordinary", saying that the relationship between two nations has been cemented further under his leadership.

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Uttarakhand: MeT Dept. issues rain, hailstorm warning for next 24 hrs

Updated: May 27, 2017 22:27 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 27 (ANI): The Uttarakhand Meteorological Department on Saturday issued warning of rain, hailstorm for next 24 hours.

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Odisha: Man-eater leopard preys on four-year-old child

Updated: May 27, 2017 22:21 IST

Naupada (Odisha) [India], May 27 (ANI): In a horrific incident, a man-eater leopard preyed on a four-year-old child, who was sleeping beside his mother from here, last night.

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Wawrinka beats Zverev to retain Geneva Open title

Updated: May 27, 2017 22:00 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 27 (ANI): Top seed Stan Wawrinka stormed back from a set down to successfully defend the Geneva Open title in a thrilling final against German outsider Mischa Zverev on Saturday.

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Govt. keeping close watch on India's first Zika cases

Updated: May 27, 2017 21:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The Health Ministry has asked the public to remain calm and said that India has a strong surveillance system to detect and contain new Zika virus infection.

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Harmanpreet Kaur to represent Surrey Stars in ECB's Kia Super League

Updated: May 27, 2017 21:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): After her impressive debut with Sydney Thunder, star India all-rounder Harmanpreet Kaur will represent the Surrey Stars in Kia Super League, the T20 tournament hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

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Champions Trophy: Yuvraj Singh to miss first warm-up match against NZ

Updated: May 27, 2017 21:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 27 (ANI): The BCCI on Saturday confirmed that all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, who is presently down with viral fever, will miss India's first warm-up match against New Zealand at The Oval on Sunday in their preparation for the Champions Trophy.

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BCB 'not too keen' on Pakistan tour

Updated: May 27, 2017 21:11 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 27 (ANI): Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chairman Nazmul Hassan has said that they will not be discussing any tours to Pakistan after learning that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had postponed their team's visit to Bangladesh in July.

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No promise to hold unbarred EVM hackathon was made: EC to AAP

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday said that no promise to hold unbarred Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) Hackathon was made, which is being claimed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

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WHO confirms first three cases of Zika Virus in India

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Saturday confirmed three cases of mosquito-borne Zika virus, including a pregnant woman, in Gujarat's Ahmedabad.

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Pakistani man killed in mortal shelling by Iranian border guards

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:45 IST

Panjgur [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): A Pakistan man was reportedly killed after a mortar shell was fired allegedly by Iranian border guards in Balochistan's Panjgur district on Saturday, a government official said.

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World Cup experience will help Australia in Champions Trophy: Travis Head

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:33 IST

London [UK], May 27 (ANI): Australian batsman Travis Head made a strong case for selection for the opening Champions Trophy game with an unbeaten 85 in their win over Sri Lanka in a warm-up match at the Oval on Friday.

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Mauritius PM meets President Pranab Mukherjee

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on Saturday met President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan here.

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Pakistan, Afghanistan, China hold first round of Trilateral Practical Cooperation Dialogue

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:23 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): The first round of China-Afghanistan-Pakistan Practical Cooperation Dialogue was held in Beijing on Saturday in which the three sides exchanged in-depth views on trilateral cooperation in a friendly atmosphere and agreed to promote practical measures for cooperation.

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Kimi Raikkonen to start from pole at Monaco GP

Updated: May 27, 2017 20:18 IST

Monte Carlo [Monaco], May 27 (ANI): Ferrari driver Kimi Raikkonen will start from the pole position for the first time since 2008 after the Ferrari driver dominated qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix, scheduled for Sunday.

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Criminal prosecution by IT Dept. surged by cent pct during Modi regime

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Criminal prosecution by the Income Tax Department has witnessed a sharp increase of more than 100 percent during the last three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government.

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AP: Six labourers killed, two injured due to illegal blasting in mine

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:40 IST

Andhra Pradesh [India], May 27, (ANI): At least six labourers were crushed to death and two sustained injury during illegal blasting in a mine in Phirangirpuram's Gollapalem of Andhra Pradesh.

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MP Govt waives off tax on 'Hindi Medium' and 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): To ensure that the film reaches to a maximum number of people in the theatres, the Madhya Pradesh Government has decided to waive off the entertainment tax for Bollywood movies 'Hindi Medium' and Sachin Tendulkar's biopic 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'.

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Mauritius PM meets Vice President Ansari, Union Minister Jaitley

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on Saturday met Vice President Hamid Ansari and Union Minister Arun Jaitley.

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Tral encounter: Search operation still underway in Rampur

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:30 IST

Rampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): The Indian Army on Saturday said the search operation is underway to root out remaining terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Rampur area, even as six terrorists have been gunned down so far.

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Manchester Arena attack: UK reduces terror threat level from 'critical' to 'severe'

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:28 IST

London [UK], May 27 (ANI): The terror threat level in United Kingdom has been reduced from "critical" to "severe" after temporarily raising the level in response to Manchester Arena attack in which 22 people were killed and several others injured.

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Rock climbing for three hours a week may treat depression

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): A team of researchers have revealed that bouldering, a form of rock climbing performed without the use of ropes or harnesses, for three hours a week may help to treat depression.

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Kerala: SFI protests against cattle slaughter ban by eating beef

Updated: May 27, 2017 19:07 IST

Kerala [India], May 27, (ANI): Students' Federation of India (SFI) on Saturday staged a protest in Kerala against ban on the sales of cattle for slaughter by eating beef outside University College, Trivandrum.

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'Yaariyan' actor Himansh Kohli wants to do biopic on Salman Khan

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Biopics seem to be the new way that sets cash registers ringing at the Box Office. With Bollywood filmmakers making biopics one after the other and actors showing their inclination towards it, it looks like films emerging on real life characters is a new trend in the film industry.

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Nepotism exists in every industry, but talent does matter: Himansh Kohli

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The nepotism debate, which was sparked off months ago by Kangana Ranaut on 'Koffee with Karan', has had celebrities expressing their opinions right up to this day.

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Trump to make final decision on Paris Accord next week

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has delayed his decision on the Paris Climate Accord, saying that he will make his final decision on it next week.

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Lankan Navy Chief reviews INA Passing out Parade

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:24 IST

Ezhimala (Kerala) [India], May 27 (ANI): Vice Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne , chief of the Sri Lankan Navy, on Saturday reviewed the Passing out Parade (POP) of Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala.

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Chennai surfers dominate Day Two of 'Indian Open of Surfing'

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:23 IST

Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 27 (ANI): The penultimate day of the second edition of the 'Indian Open of Surfing' witnessed a strong dominance from surfers from Chennai.

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SRK thank fans for loving his youngest kid AbRam

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): AbRam, the youngest and cutest son of Bollywood's superstar Shah Rukh Khan, turns four today.

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Monaco GP: Vettel tops final practice, Button given penalty

Updated: May 27, 2017 18:08 IST

Monte Carlo [Monaco], May 27 (ANI): Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel on Saturday dominated the final practice at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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After Rahul, now Akhilesh denied entry to Saharanpur

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:47 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday was denied permission to enter the riot-hit Saharanpur district, hours after Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi was stopped at the outskirts of the border.

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Saharanpur incident a 'conspiracy' to defame Yogi Govt: BJP

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:47 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 27, (ANI): Hours after Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi visited riot-hit Saharanpur despite being denied permission, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit out at him, saying that Saharanpur incident is a conspiracy to defame Yogi government.

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Pak reopens Chaman Border crossing after 22 days

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:28 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): Pakistan on Saturday opened the Friendship Gate at Chaman Border crossing on "humanitarian grounds" for Ramzan after remaining closed for 22 days in wake of the alleged Afghan attack in the country that claimed 12 lives.

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Pakistan to play friendly T20 series against Afghanistan

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:28 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has announced that the national side will play two T20 matches against Afghanistan.

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India to assist Sri Lanka in flood relief operations

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:20 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 27 (ANI): As catastrophic landslides and floods hit parts of Sri Lanka, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed concerned departments to provide all necessary assistance to the country in its flood relief operations.

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No 'political' meaning of my meeting with PM Modi, insists Nitish

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday said his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday should not be given any "political" interpretation.

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Yogi Govt. has failed on law, order, says Rahul

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:12 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): Despite being denied permission to visit Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday reached the riot-hit area, interacted with locals and asserted that the Yogi Government has failed to establish law and order situation in the state.

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Sacked BSP leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui forms new party

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Ousted Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Saturday formed a new party called 'Rashtriya Bahujan Morcha'.

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PM Modi giving foothold to 'anti-national' powers: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: May 27, 2017 17:09 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday blamed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the ongoing unrest in Jammu and Kashmir and claimed that latter is giving foothold to the anti-national powers in the Valley.

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Beware! Recreational cannabis doubles the risk of gum disease

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): Beware! A study has warned that frequent recreational use of cannabis, including marijuana, hashish, and hash oil, doubles the risk of gum disease.

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Tral encounter: One AK-47, one INSAS rifle recovered

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:51 IST

Tral (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Saturday that one AK-47assault rifle and one INSAS rifle were recovered from the encounter site in Tral.

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Lata Mangeskar praises PM Modi for naming India's longest bridge after Hazarika

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Legendary singer Lata Mangeskar on Saturday praised Prime Minisiter Narendra Modi for naming the Dhola-Sadiya Bridge of Assam after renowned Assamese music legend Bhupen Hazarika.

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Rampur encounter: Four AK-47, two pistols recovered by Indian Army

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:50 IST

Rampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Six terrorists were killed as the Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid in the Rampur sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.

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Touching souls announces second edition of International Tribal Games

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Touching souls, a non-profit organization, yesterday announced its second edition junior level of the International Tribal games at India Habitat Centre in the presence of its founder Sabina Samad and event supported by ONGC.

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Elimination of Sabzar Bhatt, a big boost for army morale

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi, Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], May 27 (ANI): Defence experts believe that the successful elimination of Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) commander Sabzar Bhatt in Tral gives a huge boost to the morale of the Indian Army.

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J&K: Army confirms ten terrorists killed in 24 hours

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:26 IST

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 27 (ANI): The Indian Army has confirmed killing 10 heavily armed intruders and terrorists in last 24 hours. It said that relentless operations by security forces have defeated desperate attempts by Pak and Pak sponsored agents to spread terror in the Jammu and Kashmir in the run up to the holy month of Ramadan.

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PM Modi is India's "second Mahatma Gandhi", says Minister Vijay Goel

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:19 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 27 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Saturday attracted controversy when he described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India's "second Mahatma Gandhi".

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Mauritius reiterates support for India's UNSC permanent membership

Updated: May 27, 2017 16:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on Saturday reiterated his country unwavering support to India's legitimate aspiration for permanent membership of the United Nation Security Council (UNSC).

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Rahul Gandhi's Saharanpur visit will worsen situation: Kalraj Mishra

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:55 IST

New Delhi [India] May 27 (ANI): With Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi visiting Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh despite being denied permission, Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Kalraj Mishra on Saturday said that the former should cancel his visit so as to avoid any further communal clashes.

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Modi Govt. giving legal cover to its communal, divisive agenda: CPI (M)

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi [India] May 27 (ANI): The political bureau of Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) on Saturday issued a statement to Environment Ministry over the ban on cattle slaughter, saying the notification by the ministry is an atrocious attempt by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led-NDA Government to give legal cover to its wholly communal and divisive agenda to impose a diet code on the country.

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An eating disorder you've never heard of!

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:38 IST

London [UK], May 27 (ANI): Do you know! Thinking about eating healthy all the time is also an eating disorder?

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Uttarakhand: Lightning kills three in Uttarkashi

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:20 IST

Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand), May 27 (ANI): At least three people were killed and nine injured after being hit by lighting in Uttarkashi.

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India's Abhimanyu Vannemreddy on verge of French Open junior wildcard

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:16 IST

Paris [France], May 27 (ANI): Indian tennis player Abhimanyu Vannemreddy will aim to secure wild card for the main boys' singles draws in the Junior French Open when he takes on Hikaru Shiraishi from Japan in the finals here today.

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Rahul reaches Saharanpur, discusses situation with locals

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:14 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 27 (ANI): Despite being denied permission to visit Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday reached the riot-hit area and interacted with locals.

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Odia girl Padmalaya to represent India at Little Miss Universe

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:09 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisa) [India], May 27 (ANI): 12-year old Odia girl Padmalaya Nanda is all set to represent India at the Little Miss Universe beauty pageant to be held at Georgia in US.

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India, Mauritius to step up vigil against threats in Indian Ocean

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): India and Mauritius on Saturday agreed to cooperate in stepping up vigil against conventional and non-conventional threats in the Indian Ocean.

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Mishra accuses Kejriwal of Rs. 300 crore scam in Health Sector

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Kapil Mishra on Saturday made yet another attack on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, accusing him of Rs. 300 crore worth scam in the health care department of the state.

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GST Bill passed in Himachal Pradesh Assembly

Updated: May 27, 2017 15:03 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), May 27 (ANI): The 'revolutionary' Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill was passed by the Himachal Pradesh State Assembly on Saturday, further paving the way for its roll out on July 1.

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'Boss Baby' sequel gets 2021 release date

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:53 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 27 (ANI): Make way for the boss as he is all set to return to the silver screen.

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Jaitley hails successful test firing of torpedo from Scorpene Submarine

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday, congratulated the research team for conducting the successful test firing of torpedo missile from first indigenously built Scorpene Class Submarine.

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Eddie Redmayne's 'Early Man' picked by Lionsgate

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:47 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 27 (ANI): The 'Early Man' is coming to the big screen!

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Gal would like to explore 'Wonder Woman's early years in sequel

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:41 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 27 (ANI): The first 'Wonder Woman' movie will hit the theatres worldwide next week, but talks of its sequel has already begun.

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Cattle ban: Maneka Gandhi lauds Centre's 'pro-farmer' decision

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27, (ANI): Welcoming the Centre's decision to ban the sale and purchase of cattle for slaughter from animal markets, Union Minister Maneka Gandhi on Saturday said the step is laudable and has been taken 'in the interest of farmers.'

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IPL 10 brings 500 million interactions on Instagram

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The 10th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) concluded on Sunday with a dramatic final-over victory by Mumbai Indians over Rising Pune Supergiant in Hyderabad.

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BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals pioneers day care Bone Marrow Transplant

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:27 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 27 (ANI): BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, a Parkway Pantai enterprise, successfully pioneered the day care Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) transplant program for low risk transplants like autologous transplant for multiple myeloma and mini-allo transplant for various hematological disorders.

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Yogi eyes making Ganga pollution free before Ardh Kumbh

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:27 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government has set a goal to keep the River Ganga or Ganges in Varanasi free from pollutants before the commencement of the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, said Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday.

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Rahul Gandhi heads for Saharanpur despite no permission

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Despite being denied permission by the authorities, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Saturday set out to visit riot-hit Saharanpur.

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Uphaar tragedy: Accused tender their apologies before complainant

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Deepak Kathpalia and Praveen Shankar Sharma, who are the accused in the Uphaar tragedy case, tendered their apologies today before the complainant in a Delhi Court.

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We are united, they are divided: Venkaiah Naidu post Oppn meet

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): With the Opposition threatening to launch a mass political agitation against the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government if a consensus on the Presidential candidate is not reached, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu today brushed away the threat, while asserting the Centre stands united now more than ever.

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Nevada: Passenger abused for speaking Spanish

Updated: May 27, 2017 14:09 IST

Nevada [U.S.A], May 27 (ANI): The United States finds itself plunging deeper into intolerance, as another man found himself on the receiving end of a brutal racist tirade while waiting in the Reno airport, in Nevada.

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J-K Police confirms killing of Burhan Wani's successor Sabzar Bhat

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:56 IST

Tral (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Police has confirmed that two terrorists including Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) commander Sabzar Bhatt, who succeeded Burhan Wani, were killed in an encounter in Saimu Tral sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.

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US to launch 'first ever' missile test to counter Pyongyang

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): The Pentagon has announced plans to test its first-of-its-kind missile intercept in the next week that would involve shooting down an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) - similar to what North Korea recently launched.

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Police arrests two more Manchester attack suspects

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:43 IST

London [UK], May 27 (ANI): British police on Saturday said that they have arrested two more suspects involved in the Manchester Arena terror attack in which 22 people were killed and 59 injured.

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Harbhajan hits back at media over 'privilege' statement against Dhoni

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Veteran Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has sharply hit back at the media reports suggesting that he had a problem with Mahendra Singh Dhoni's selection for the Champions Trophy.

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Kashmir: Internet snapped again after killing of Hizbul commander Sabzar Bhat

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:43 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): The Government of Jammu and Kashmir snapped the mobile internet( 2G, 3G and 4G) services in Kashmir fearing law and order problems, especially after the killing of top Hijbul Mujahedeen commander Sabzar Bhat in Tral encounter on Saturday.

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Oscar Isaac got slapped 27 times while filming 'Last Jedi'

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Sometimes actors put a lot of dedication in their work to make it more realistic, even if it involves getting slapped right in the face!

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Apple to develop AI chip for iPhone

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:26 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 27 (ANI): Owing to the increasing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), technology giant Apple is working on a dedicated artificial intelligence chip that would power AI-related tasks on mobile devices, The Verge quoted a Bloomberg report saying.

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Rahul Gandhi a 'photo opportunist': Venkaiah Naidu on Saharanpur visit

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Taking a swipe at Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi's visit to riot-hit Saharanpur, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday described him as a 'photo opportunist'.

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Manchester terror attack: Two more suspects arrested

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:23 IST

Manchester [UK], May 27 (ANI): Greater Manchester police have arrested two men from Cheetham Hill in connection to the Manchester terror blasts.

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Villagers given soaps, shampoos to 'smell good' before meeting CM Adityanath

Updated: May 27, 2017 13:23 IST

Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 27 (ANI): In a bizarre move, the District Administration in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar asked the residents to have a bath before attending a meeting with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath so they 'smell good'.

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Tral encounter: Internet likely to be snapped again fearing law and order

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:55 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): The Government of Jammu and Kashmir may snap the mobile internet( 2G, 3G and 4G) services in Kashmir fearing law and order problems, especially now after the killing of top Hijbul Mujahedeen commander Sabzar Bhat in Tral encounter on Saturday.

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Uphaar tragedy: Delhi Court asks all accused to appear before court

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The Delhi Court has asked all the accused in the Uphaar tragedy case, to appear before the court for next hearing on August 16 and 18 in the alleged tampering with the evidence related to the case.

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PTI poll campaign to start after Ramazan: Imran

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:55 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has announced that his party would start campaigning for the 2018 general election soon after Ramazan.

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Several feared dead post attack on Afghan forces in Khost

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:43 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 27 (ANI): In yet another attack on Afghan security forces, a suicide car bomber targeted vehicles belonging to members of the local police force campaign in Khost province on Saturday.

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`Injury-plagued` del Potro confirms French Open participation

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:43 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 27 (ANI): Argentinian tennis player Juan Martin del Potro, whose career has been plagued by injuries, has confirmed his participation for the next week's second major of the season-French Open.

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Pak opposition leaders criticise fiscal 2017-18 budget

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:43 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): The opposition in Pakistan unanimously condemned the recommendations of the fifth federal budget which was presented by Finance Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday in the National Assembly.

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Odisha: Child Protection Unit rescues abandoned baby girl from forest

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:36 IST

Baripada (Odisha)[India] May 27 (ANI): In yet another development highlighting the patriarchal mindset of the society, a newborn baby girl was rescued by District Child Protection Unit after she was found abandoned in Krushnachandrapur forest here.

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Ola, Mahindra to power electric mass mobility ecosystem in Nagpur

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Aiming to empower Nagpur's electric mobility drive, Ola and Mahindra on Friday announced their collaboration with the Government of India in a first-of-its-kind programme to build an electric mass mobility ecosystem in Nagpur, which will bring about a transformational change in the automotive and transportation landscape in the country.

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Heading to Beverly Hills? Check out these cigar clubs, whisky bars

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Beverly Hills is a playground for true aficionados of fine cigars and rare whiskies, with a plethora of experts on hand to guide visitors through the some of the best the city has to offer.

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Tral encounter: Two terrorists neutralised, ops underway

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:33 IST

Tral (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Two terrorists have been gunned down, as security forces have launched a major operation to smoke out the remaining terrorist from his hideout in Saimu Tral sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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People tend to match confidence levels while making group decisions

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): According to a recent study, when a person tries to make a decision with another person, they tend to match their confidence levels which can backfire if one person has more expertise than the other.

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Burhan Wani's successor Sabzar Bhat killed

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:33 IST

Tral (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Tral (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): The self-styled successor of dead Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) commander Burhan Wani was killed in an encounter with security forces in the Tral region of Jammu

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Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif's son submits plea against JIT officers

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:13 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 27 (ANI): Hussain Nawaz, the eldest son of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has submitted a plea against two Joint Investigation Team Officers, Bilal Rasool and Ahmer Aziz, expressing his apprehension about the impartiality of the officers in the Panamagate probe.

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How effective is microcurrent facial?

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:11 IST

Atlanta [US], May 27 (ANI): When it comes to fitness, we give our 100 percent to get the perfect abs, stomach, arms or legs. But have you ever worked out your face?

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India sends three Navy ships to assist Lanka in relief operations

Updated: May 27, 2017 12:11 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 27 (ANI): As catastrophic landslides and floods hit Sri Lanka, Colombo on Saturday received Indian Naval Ship INS Kirch with relief items.

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Centre's cattle ban is 'illogical', mulling legal options: Kerala Govt.

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:58 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India] May 27 (ANI): With the Centre banning the sale and purchase of cattle for slaughter from animal markets through an environment ministry notification, Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac on Saturday said that the decision was 'illogical' and the state would introspect what it could do legally.

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Females prefer sex with good listeners (in the moth world atleast)

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): According to a recent study, male moths with larger antennae are better at detecting female sex signals - and it proves that Charles Darwin was right about his theory of sexual selection.

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Sumitra Mahajan released 'Mann Ki Baat'; presented the first copies to Pranab Mukherjee

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI-NewsVoir): President of India Pranab Mukherjee received the first copies of the book 'Mann Ki Baat' - A social revolution on Radio, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, on May 26, 2017.

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Monaco's Bernardo Silva signs five-year deal with Man City

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:49 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 27 (ANI): Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Monaco playmaker Bernardo Silva in a five-year deal, reportedly worth around 43 million pounds.

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Indian-American Businessman Nitin Khanna enters California with his Cannabis Business, Cura

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI-NewsVoir): Indian-American Businessman Nitin Khanna entered California with his Cannabis business, the fastest growing industry in America. As more states legalize recreational use, the demand for premium cannabis is expected to increase. With a population of 39.1 million, California is the largest market in America within this industry; it was also the first state to legalize the medical use of marijuana back in 1996.

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Declare cow the national animal: JD (U) to Centre

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:38 IST

Patna (Bihar)[India], May 27 (ANI): Following the Government's ban on cattle slaughter and restrictions on the sale of cattle, the Janata Dal (United) has appealed to the Centre to declare cow as the "national animal".

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J-K: Two more terrorists killed in Rampur, total six neutralized

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:38 IST

Rampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 27 (ANI): Two more terrorists were killed, bringing the total up to six so far as the Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid in Rampur sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.

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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru on his 53rd death anniversary

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday paid his tribute to former prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his 53rd death anniversary.

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Trump Administration not to host Ramadan event this year

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:29 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has declined a request to host an event to mark the Islamic holy and fasting month of Ramadan, according to reports.

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Telangana gears up for 2019 Assembly Elections

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:27 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 27 (ANI): Though Telangana state has two more years to face the upcoming Assembly Elections, the political parties in the state have started girding their loins.

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New hope for stroke patients with disabilities

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:22 IST

Washington D.C.[USA], May 27 (ANI): Stroke patients left with disabilities have been offered new hope as scientists have developed mind-controlled device that helps them retrain brains to move paralyzed hands.

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Jithin Paul doping: Coaches issued notice for keeping AFI in dark

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): After 400m hurdler Jithin Paul was provisionally suspended for failing dope test, Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Saturday issued notices to chief coach Bahadur Singh, deputy chief coach Radhakrishnan Nair and others for keeping the federation in the dark and not informing them about NADA's surprise check in NIS Patiala.

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Moms-to-be, take Vitamin D to prevent childhood asthma

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): Soon to be mothers, we have some good news for you.

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Para SF, IAF Garuds join ops to recover Sukhoi-30 wreckage

Updated: May 27, 2017 11:21 IST

Tezpur (Assam) [India], May 27 (ANI): Para (Special Forces) and Indian Air Force Garuds have extended assistance to the Army ground column, and joined the rescue and recovery operation for the Sukhoi-30 MKI jet that was formerly missing.

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Ocean warming impacts marine species' distribution

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:54 IST

Washington D.C.[USA], May 27 (ANI): Ocean temperature continues to play a major role in where commercially and recreationally important species will find suitable habitat, suggests a study.

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'Anthony' Amitabh walks down memory lane

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Amitabh Bachchan, who often walks down memory lane, recently commemorated 40 years of Bollywood classic 'Amar Akbar Anthony' by sharing an adorable black and white photo taken in the year 1976-1977.

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HIV patients stick with therapy for longer period of time: Study

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): According to a new study, people suffering from HIV tend to spend more time in therapy to manage the chronic condition.

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Social media ban lifted, apps restored in Kashmir

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 27 (ANI): The social media sites and applications including Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter were on Friday restored in Kashmir Valley.

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Mauritius PM given ceremonial welcome, visits Rajghat

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth was given a ceremonial welcome in the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhawan here on Saturday at the start of his three-day state visit.

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NSA to Jimmy Carter Zbigniew Brzezinski passes away

Updated: May 27, 2017 10:27 IST

Washington [U.S.A.], May 27 (ANI): Zbigniew Brzezinski, national security adviser to former United States President Jimmy Carter, passed away on Saturday.

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Javelin thrower Rohit Yadav suspended for doping, will go for 'B' sample test

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Javelin thrower Rohit Yadav has been provisionally suspended after he failed a dope test conducted by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).

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Gilgit's political leaders call on Pakistan to vacate their land

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:50 IST

Skurdo (Gilgit-Baltistan), May 27 (ANI): Anti-Pakistan political unrest is growing by the day in Gilgit with the region's leaders calling on the state of Pakistan to vacate the occupation of the region.

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'Sachin: A Billion Dreams', 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazars Revenge' open on a good note

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): After conquering the game of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar is all set to rule the box-office with his upcoming biopic 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'.

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U.S.: Man yelling 'anti-Muslim' slurs kills 2 on train

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:50 IST

New York [USA], May 27 (ANI): A man yelling anti-Muslim slurs stabbed two men to death on a Portland, Oregon, commuter train on Friday.

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'The Black Prince' was even shot in Princess Diana's palace: Shabana Azmi

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Shabana Azmi's upcoming film 'The Black Prince' brings to the silver screen one of the important chapters in the colonial history that has remained untouched and unknown by many Indians.

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Sri Lanka: 91 dead, 110 missing in catastrophic flood and landslide

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:40 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 27 (ANI): At least 91 have been killed and 110 are missing in the catastrophic landslides and floods that have plagued Sri Lanka in the last three days.

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BJP deceiving 'ageing' Yeddyurappa: Cong

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Reacting with sarcasm and derision to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s decision of naming B.S. Yeddyurappa as Chief Ministerial face in the upcoming Karnataka polls, Congress has said that he will be the part of 'mook- darshak mandal' (silent brigade) by the time he will contest elections.

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Tral: Three terrorists trapped, counter-ops underway

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:23 IST

Srinagar [India] May 27 (ANI): At least three terrorists are trapped and a massive encounter is underway here in Saimu Tral sector of Jammu and Kashmir, as security forces are trying to smoke them out from their hideouts.

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Epson launches express service centres in NCR

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Digital imaging and printing solutions provider Epson on Friday announced the inauguration of two express service centres in Noida and Gurugram.

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Taking social media seriously is a mistake: Ram Gopal Varma

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:08 IST

Mumbai [India], May 27 (ANI): Ram Gopal Varma, who is coming up with his new web series 'Guns and Thighs' reckons that social media is just noise that should be not considered seriously at any point.

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J-K: Four terrorists gunned down in Tral, combing ops underway

Updated: May 27, 2017 09:01 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 27 (ANI): The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid in Rampur sector of Jammu and Kashmir, in which four terrorists were neutralised.

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Indian Navy joins flood relief operations in Sri Lanka

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:44 IST

New Delhi/Colombo [India/Sri Lanka], May 27 (ANI): India has sent navy ships with rescue and relief material to Sri Lanka, where torrential rains and landslides have resulted in several deaths and massive devastation over the last two days.

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DNC calls for firing Trump's son-in-law over Russia revelations

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): The Democratic National Committee (DNC) wants U.S. President Donald Trump to fire his son-in-law Jared Kushner from his position as White House advisor, after reports surfaced that the latter sought to establish a private communications channel between the President's transition team and Russia.

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CBI files FIR against CBSE officials in NET scam

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:30 IST

New Delhi [India] May 27 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against Director (IT) of the CBSE Antriksh Johri, the representative of Venus Digital Service and Venus Digital Service, Kapil Soorma, besides some other unidentified officials of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in connection with the National Eligibility Test (NET) scam.

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Ben Stiller-Christine Taylor split after 17 years of marriage

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 27 (ANI): Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor have decided to split after 17 years of wedlock.

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JK: Infiltration bid foiled in Rampur, 4 terrorists gunned down

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:16 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 27 (ANI): The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid in Rampur sector of Jammu and Kashmir today, in which four terrorists were neutralised.

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NADA provisionally suspends javelin thrower for doping

Updated: May 27, 2017 08:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 27 (ANI): The National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended Javelin thrower Rohit Yadav, after he tested positive for banned substance 'stanozolol'.

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Tral: Encounter underway, terrorists trapped

Updated: May 27, 2017 07:54 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 27 (ANI): At least two terrorists are trapped and a massive encounter is underway here in Saimu Tral sector of Jammu and Kashmir, as security forces are trying to smoke them out from their hideouts.

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Maharashtra: Eight killed after car rams into tree

Updated: May 27, 2017 07:22 IST

Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) [India], May 27 (ANI): As many as eight people were killed after a car rammed into a tree on Ahmednagar-Manmad highway last night.

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PM Modi pays tributes to Jawaharlal Nehru on his 53rd death anniversary

Updated: May 27, 2017 07:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid his tributes to former prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his 53rd death anniversary.

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CPEC an existential threat to Baloch: Khan of Kalat

Updated: May 27, 2017 06:37 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 27 (ANI): Khan of Kalat Mir Suleman Dawood has said that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is an existential threat to the Baloch nation and its people and threatens India as well as American interests in the region.

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Ban on cattle sale will impose bigger burdens on farmers: CPI (M)

Updated: May 27, 2017 04:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): After the Centre announced strict rules to prohibit sale of animals for slaughter or religious sacrifice at livestock markets and animal fairs that are a common occurrence in rural areas, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Saturday stated that by issuing this order, the government is imposing greater burdens on farmers.

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Political tourism shouldn't be played by Rahul Gandhi: BJP

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Slamming the opposition after Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi was denied to visit riot-hit Saharanpur, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday asserted that the former is a master in political tourism and photo ops which is why he decided to visit Saharanpur.

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G7 leaders pressure Trump on climate change

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:33 IST

Taormina (Italy), May 27 (ANI): The G7 leaders have pushed U.S. President Donald Trump to join the rest of the world in combating climate change, but the President has made no promises despite the White House insisting his views are "evolving".

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G7 leaders sign joint declaration on combating terrorism

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:18 IST

Taormina (Italy), May 27 (ANI): The leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized nations on Friday signed a joint declaration on combating terrorism.

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BJP welcomes PM Modi,Nitish meet

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:07 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 26 (ANI): Ahead of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday welcomed the meeting of the duo, however refraining from commenting on speculations revolving around the same.

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Russia urges NATO to improve relations

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:02 IST

Moscow (Russia), May 27 (ANI): The Russian Foreign Ministry on Friday called on NATO to stop confrontation and seek better relations with Moscow.

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UP: Children abused at shelter home in Allahabad

Updated: May 27, 2017 03:02 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 27: In yet another shameful incident, three minor boys were tied up and tortured at a shelter home in Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh.

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Myth of supremacy of Pak BAT demolished completely: Defence Experts

Updated: May 27, 2017 02:45 IST

New Delhi/Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 27 (ANI): Lauding the Indian Army for neutralizing two Pakistani Border Action Team (BAT) terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri sector, the defence experts on Saturday said the myth of the supremacy of the Pakistani BAT stands demolished for all times to come.

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U.S. stands in solidarity with Egypt over Christian killings

Updated: May 27, 2017 02:32 IST

Washington DC (US), May 27 (ANI): Expressing his solidarity over the Christian killings, U.S. President Donald Trump has said that America stands with President Al Sisi and all the Egyptian people today, and always, as they fight to defeat the common enemy.

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Delhi Court to hear tampering charges in Uphaar tragedy case

Updated: May 27, 2017 01:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): A Delhi Court will on Friday continue to hear the alleged tampering with evidence related to the Uphaar tragedy case.

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Egypt launches airstrikes in Libya in retaliation to Christian killings

Updated: May 27, 2017 01:44 IST

Cairo (Egypt), May 27 (ANI): Following attacks on the Coptic Christians in Egypt, government jets have attacked positions in eastern Libya.

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Delhi Court to hear defamation case against Kejriwal

Updated: May 27, 2017 01:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): A Delhi Court will on Saturday continue its hearing in the defamation case of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ramesh Bidhuri against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

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TRS parliamentary party meet to be held today

Updated: May 27, 2017 01:13 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana), May 27 (ANI): The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) parliamentary party and legislature party meeting, under the Chairmanship of party president and Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao will be held on Saturday.

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Ariana Grande announces Manchester benefit concert for bombing victims

Updated: May 27, 2017 00:53 IST

Washington DC (US), May 27 (ANI): Singer Ariana Grande has announced that she will return to Manchester to perform a benefit concert to raise money for the victims of the bombing and their families.

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India condoles loss of lives in Sri Lanka due to flooding

Updated: May 27, 2017 00:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India condoles the loss of lives and property in Sri Lanka due to flooding and landslides.

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Clinton compares Trump to Nixon, says 'presidency would eventually end in disgrace'

Updated: May 27, 2017 00:40 IST

Wellesley (US), May 27 (ANI): In a fiery commencement speech at her alma mater of Wellesley College on Friday, former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton drew a comparison between U.S. President Donald Trump and former President Richard Nixon.

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Trump wishes Muslims 'a joyful Ramadan', urges end to violence

Updated: May 27, 2017 00:21 IST

Washington DC (US), May 27 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump wished Muslims "a joyful Ramadan," on Friday, urging them to use the holy month to reject violence by the extremists.

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Satinder Sartaaj opens up about his 'dark' role in 'The Black Prince'

Updated: May 26, 2017 23:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Actor Satinder Sartaaj has spilled the beans on how he prepared for his 'dark and submissive' role for the film 'The Black Prince.'

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J-K: Three terrorists trapped in Pulwama encounter

Updated: May 26, 2017 23:52 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 26 (ANI): As many as three terrorists are reportedly trapped in the Pulwama encounter that started at Saimu Tral of Jammu and Kashmir earlier in the day.

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Rock band Kiss, WWE cancel shows in Manchester Arena

Updated: May 26, 2017 23:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): After a devastating terror attack at Manchester Arena, US rock band 'Kiss' and WWE NXT have canceled their shows.

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RJD's application for EVM hackathon challenge rejected

Updated: May 26, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday rejected the request filed by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) to take part in the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) hackathon challenge.

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'Raabta' team quashes 'Magadheera' makers' 'rip-off' claims

Updated: May 26, 2017 23:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon-starrer 'Raabta' has landed in a plagiarism feud after the makers of Telugu film 'Magadheera' claimed that there are lot of similarities between the two flicks.

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Pak hikes defence budget by 7 percent, allocates funds for CPEC projects

Updated: May 26, 2017 22:42 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 26,2017 (ANI): Pakistan on Friday proposed to increase its defence budget to Rs. 920 billion, a hike of seven percent, during the government's federal budget announcement.

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J-K: Terrorists attack army's patrolling party, search operation underway

Updated: May 26, 2017 22:27 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 26 (ANI): A group of terrorists attacked at Indian Army's patrolling party at Jammu and Kashmir's Saimooh village in Pulwama's Tral area on Friday.

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Liam Payne hid his 'life size dinosaurs' before meeting Cheryl's dad

Updated: May 26, 2017 22:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Singer Liam Payne has opened up about the moment he met his girlfriend Cheryl's dad for the first time.

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Trump calls Germans 'very bad', vows to curb foreign car imports

Updated: May 26, 2017 22:01 IST

New York [U.S.], May 26 (ANI) : Slamming their trade policies, U.S. President Donald Trump called the Germans "very bad" and vowed to limit the U.S. car imports from the country.

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Kirsten Dunst gets emotional on Cannes red carpet

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): While posing at the red carpet of 70th Cannes Film Festival with the cast of her upcoming movie, 'The Beguiled,' actress Kirsten Dunst got emotional and bursted into tears.

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Liam Payne reveals how fatherhood changed his life forever

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Liam Payne is loving fatherhood and he can't help but gush over it.

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G7 leaders brace for clash with Trump on trade, climate

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:27 IST

New York [U.S.], May 26 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump and his counterparts from six of the world's most powerful countries have gathered for a two-day summit -- the G-7 -- to discuss the globe's most pressing problems in the medieval Sicilian coastal town of Taormina, Italy.

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Champions Trophy: We're in a ` very hard` group, says Mortaza

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:23 IST

Birmingham [UK], May 26 (ANI): Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza is convinced that his team can take its form of the past two years on to one of the sport's grandest stages as it gears up for the Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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J-K: Two bodies along with weapons recovered in Uri

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:21 IST

Uri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 26 (ANI): After foiling an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri Sector, the Indian Army on Friday recovered two bodies along with weapons including one AK 47 rifles and one pistol.

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Centre notifies bill to put ban on cattle slaughter

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Harsh Vardhan on Saturday said the ministry has notified the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Regulation of Livestock Markets) Rules, 2017 to ensure that the sale of cattle is not meant for slaughter purposes.

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CBSE to announce Class 12th results on Sunday

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Secondary Education (CBSE) will announce the examination results of the Senior Secondary Examination (Class 12th) on May 28th.

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A father's touching message to Ariana Grande post Manchester attack

Updated: May 26, 2017 21:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The devastating terror attack at Manchester Arena, which left 22 dead and 119 injured, has broken hearts around the world, including that of Ariana Grande.

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We have nothing to lose in Champions Trophy, says Sarfraz Ahmed

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:59 IST

London [UK], May 26 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has insisted that his side is under no pressure and have nothing to lose at the upcoming Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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PM Modi exhorts people to work towards making New India

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:42 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday exhorted the countrymen to work towards making a New India.

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'IT guys' James Corden, Orlando Bloom 'turn it on' with racy office moves

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Tech support was taken to a whole new level, when James Corden and Orlando Bloom bust their office moves.

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Country has lost outstanding public servant: Manmohan Singh on Gill's demise

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): After the sudden demise of former Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) K.P.S. Gill at the age of 82 due to cardiac arrhythmia here on Friday, former prime minister Manmohan Singh said that the country has lost an outstanding public servant, who played a remarkable role in controlling militancy in Punjab.

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Eight Parties accept EC's hackathon challenge

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Total eight political parties have accepted the challenge of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to hack the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM).

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Facing criticism over Saharanpur clashes, Adityanath vows to establish law and order

Updated: May 26, 2017 20:10 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): Unperturbed by the Opposition's criticism over Saharanpur clashes, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that maintenance of law and order has been the priority of his government and assured that they would work for the same in the coming days.

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My absence at Sonia's lunch 'misinterpreted': Nitish

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:47 IST

Patna(Bihar) [India], May 26 (ANI): After skipping the lunch meet with Congress president Sonia Gandhi, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday clarified that his absence was being wrongly interpreted as Janata Dal (United) leader Sharad Yadav was already representing his party in the meeting.

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Second edition of 'Indian Open of Surfing' gets underway in Mangaluru

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:33 IST

Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 26 (ANI): The second edition of the 'Indian Open of Surfing' on Friday got underway amidst much fanfare at the Sasihithlu beach in Mangaluru.

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Unrest in Kashmir will end soon: Amit Shah

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India] May 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Friday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government will very soon control the unrest prevailing in the Kashmir Valley.

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Jewar gang-rape: No proof of rape found in medical reports, says SSP

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:27 IST

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): Gautam Budh Nagar Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Luv Kumar on Friday said that no proof of rape has been found in the medical reports of the Jewar gang-rape victims.

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'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' made tax-free in Maharashtra

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Maharashtra government has decided to waive off the entertainment tax on master blaster Sachin Tendulkar's biopic 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams.'

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MHA invites proposals on hike of seats in Sikkim Legislative Assembly

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): A proposal regarding the hike in the number of seats in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly from 32 to 40 and reservation of five seats for Limboo and Tamang community is under consideration of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

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J-K CM directs early completion of protection works on Jhelum

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:15 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India] May 26 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti chaired a cabinet meeting on Friday where she directed to monitor the dredging and completion of Comprehensive Flood Management works on the river Jhelum.

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Manchester bomber Abedi's terror connections revealed

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:15 IST

New York [U.K.], May 26 (ANI): As the investigation progresses in the Manchester Arena bombing, investigators are able to trace Salman Abedi's movements and his connections with terror networks before the bombing.

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Shah outlines Modi government's reformist steps

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:06 IST

New Delhi [India] May 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Friday said dubbed the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led-National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government is a reformist government.

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Top ISIS leaders killed in Afghanistan's Nangarhar

Updated: May 26, 2017 19:06 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 26 (ANI): At least seven Islamic State fighters of ISIL-Khorasan province, a branch of the militant Islamist group Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, were killed in the latest anti-IS operations in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan.

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Opposition puts ball in BJP's court, says will wait for consensus on President

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): A united Opposition on Friday threatened to launch a mass political agitation against the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government if a consensus on Presidential candidate is not reached.

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A sneak peek into Lorde's 'Melodrama'

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): All set to release her new album 'Melodrama,' Lorde recently teased her fans with an "early demo" of her upcoming song 'Sober.'

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Nitish gives Sonia's lunch a miss, set to meet PM Modi on Saturday

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar is likely to attend a lunch to be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is scheduled to be to held tomorrow in the national capital, in the honour of Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth.

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Delhi HC directs Centre to implement rare diseases policy

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India] May 26 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday directed the Centre to forthwith implement national policy for treatment of rare diseases.

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Defence experts condemn CPM leader's remark on Indian Army

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The defence experts on Friday condemned Communist Party of India (Marxist) Kerala secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan's derogatory remark on Indian Army, saying that the latter does not even deserve to be called a politician.

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When Jamie Foxx gave 'B**ch Better Have My Money' an opera twist

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): From crooning 'Who Let the Dogs Out' as a Broadway musical tune to giving Rihanna's hit an opera makeover, Jamie Foxx took singing to a new level.

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Journalist murder case: Muzaffarpur court allows CBI to inquire Shahabuddin

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:22 IST

Muzaffarpur (Bihar) [India] May 26 (ANI): A court in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district accepted the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) plea for questioning Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) strongman Mohammad Shahabuddin in connection with journalist Rajdeo Ranjan murder case.

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Djokovic drawn to face Nadal in French Open semis

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:20 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 26 (ANI): World No. 2 Novak Djokovic and fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal have been drawn to face each other in a blockbuster French Open semi-final.

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Bail granted to rape accused Gayatri Prajapati cancelled

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:17 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Friday cancelled the bail given by Lucknow's session court to alleged rape accused Uttar Pradesh Minister Gayatri Prajapati and others.

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Modi Government is transparent, decisive: Amit Shah

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India] May 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah on Friday said that the Prime Minister Modi led government is a transparent and decisive government.

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BJP demands action against CPM leader for 'maligning' Indian Army's image

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday hit out at Communist Party of India (Marxist) Kerala secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan for his derogatory remark on Indian Army and demanded a 'disciplinary action' against him for maligning the image of the reputed force.

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PM Modi, Rajnath condole former Punjab DGP KPS Gill's demise

Updated: May 26, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed his deep condolence over the demise of K.P.S. Gill, saying the former Punjab director general of police (DGP) will be remembered for his service to the nation in the fields of policing and security.

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U-Dictionary supports sentence translation inside any App

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:46 IST

Bangalore [India], May 26 (ANI-Newsvoir): NetEase, the world's top three highest grossing mobile publisher, recently announced that its U-Dictionary app is introducing improved features for Indian languages.

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Delhi Police busts Kidney racket, arrests four

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Friday busted a kidney racket in which four people were arrested.

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Bajaj Finserv reduces home loan interest rate to 8.50 percent in special offer

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:34 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India],May 26 (ANI-Businesswire India): Bajaj Finserv, India's most diversified financial company, through its lending arm Bajaj Finance, is offering home loans at just 8.50% for a limited period. The special offer is valid till May 29, 2017.

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Police custody of CA of Lalu's daughter extended

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The police custody of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Yadav's daughter's chartered accountant Rajesh Agarwal has been extended by seven days in connection with a Rs. 8000 crore money laundering case.

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Kushner under FBI scanner in Russian probe

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:26 IST

New York [U.S.], May 26 (ANI) :Widening the area of investigation of the Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential elections, the FBI is looking at the role of Donald Trump's son -in -law and senior White House adviser, Jared Kushner , who has been identified as a "person of interest'.

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National football team training is much tougher, says Mizoram duo

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Even as the national football team prepares for the forthcoming AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against Kyrgyz Republic in Bengaluru, the two newcomers--Lalruatthara and Laldanmawia Ralte are not much willing to speculate whether they would be able to secure a berth in the final 23.

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23 killed in attack on bus carrying Coptic Christians in Egypt

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:16 IST

New York [U.S.], May 26 (ANI): An unidentified gunmen attacked a bus carrying Coptic Christians in Egypt, killing 23 people and wounding dozens.

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Nepal ethnic minorities to protest ahead of second phase of polls

Updated: May 26, 2017 17:06 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 26 (ANI): The Federal Alliance of Nepal on Friday announced fresh plans of protest targeting the second phase polls scheduled for June 14.

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Transoral robotic surgery, improved treatment option for throat cancer

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Latest robotic surgery may work as a boon for patients suffering from early stage oropharyngeal carcinoma (cancer of the mouth, neck and throat).

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'Supercop' KPS Gill passes away at 82

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Former Punjab director general of police (DGP) K.P.S. Gill passed away at the age of 82 due to cardiac arrhythmia at the Sri Ganga Ram Hospital here on Friday.

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Jugnoo takes a big leap in restaurant aggregation

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI-Newsvoir): Jugnoo, India's leading hyper local startup, offering a diverse range of services like rides, ready to eat meals, restaurant food delivery, grocery and B2B Delivery, records phenomenal growth for its restaurant aggregator vertical, menus.

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PM Modi introduces food scheme 'Sampada'

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:46 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India] May 26 (ANI): With the completion of three years in power today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday introduced a food processing scheme, 'Sampada', adding the agriculture sector of India needs to be modernized for the economic growth.

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Akhilesh Yadav corners Yogi Govt. over Saharanpur clash

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Hitting out at the government over the Saharanpur incident, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), that pitched for Diwali and Ramzaan; Shamshan and Kabristaan during the recent concluded state assembly polls, is sole responsible for the violence in the state.

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Will choose a secular presidential candidate: Mamta Banerjee

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee on Friday said that the opposition's presidential candidate would be credible and secular one based on consensus.

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Indian Army can rape, abduct women: CPM leader Balakrishnan

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:42 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], May 26 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) Kerala secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan has courted a controversy saying that the Indian Army could rape and abduct women if given additional powers.

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Court of Inquiry to probe Sukhoi-30 mishap

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:39 IST

Tezpur (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): A Court of Inquiry will investigate the cause of the accident of a Indian Air Force (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI jet that went missing with two pilots onboard four days ago.

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Crime on the rise under BJP

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Samajwaadi Party (SP) leader Ram Gopal Yadav on Friday asserted that crime is on the rise in Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's government.

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PM Modi on six-day visit to Europe: Terrorism, investment high on agenda

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a four-nation tour of Germany, Spain, Russia and France beginning May 29 with an aim to bolster counter-terrorism cooperation with these countries and invite investments in India.

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23-year-old suffers severe heart attack due to smoking

Updated: May 26, 2017 16:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): With several reasons attributing to a paradigm shift in the age groups suffering from heart attacks to younger age brackets, tobacco induced cardiac arrests rate as one of the topmost ones.

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Monitoring blood glucose imperative for managing diabetes during Ramadan

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): According to statistics, India has the third largest Muslim population in the world. The month of Ramadan is about to begin and a vast majority of this population will be fasting for a large number of days.

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Aiyar welcomes 'illiterate' Anupam Kher's criticism on Hurriyat meeting

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:50 IST

Srinagar (J&K) [India], May 26 (ANI): Taking a dig at Bollywood actor Anupam Kher for criticising his recent meeting with Hurriyat leaders, Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Friday welcomed his disapproval saying that the former lives in a mansion in Bombay and had not visited Kashmir to take stock of the situation for decades.

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Indian Army neutralises two Pak BAT terrorists in Uri sector

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:46 IST

Uri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 26 (ANI): Foiling a major infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector here today, the Indian Army has gunned down two Border Action Team (BAT) terrorists.

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Rahul attacks Modi Govt. after permission denied to visit Saharanpur

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): After being denied permission to visit riot-hit Saharanpur, the Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi vented his ire on the Centre while saying that latter is adopting the policy of 'divide and distract' as they have failed to deliver their promises.

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Congress simply can't stand BJP's success: Centre

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:32 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra), May 26 (ANI): The Centre on Friday slammed the Congress party for criticising the NDA government on the completion of three years, saying that the grand old party is jealous of the popularity and success of their dispensation.

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Request all political parties to not visit Saharanpur: UP Police

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:25 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 26 (ANI): With Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi being denied permission to visit Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh tomorrow, Uttar Pradesh ADG Law and Order Aditya Mishra has requested all political parties to steer clear of the violence-hit area until the situation returns to normal.

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Men, here are some summer street trends for you

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Summer and style can be a little bothersome to lead on a parallel path.

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A Government 'of the people' resides at Centre: Yogi Adityanath

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:21 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 26 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh (UP) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday lauded the completion of three-year of the Narendra Modi government, saying the Prime Minister as a global leader is taking India towards new heights.

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Nishikori, Wawrinka battle into Geneva Open semis

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:17 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 26 (ANI): Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori produced a spirited fight back as he bounced back from a set down to book his place in the semi-finals of the Geneva Open last evening.

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GST Bill unanimously approved in Tripura

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:15 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 26 (ANI): On the concluding day of the three-day session of the Tripura Assembly on Thursday, the Left-ruled state approved the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill unanimously by voice vote.

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Lawyer seeks SC's intervention in Saharanpur violence

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:14 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 26 (ANI): Following the recent communal clashes in Saharanpur, lawyer Sanobar Ali Qureshi on Friday filed the petition in the apex court seeking its intervention and a direction to the Uttar Pradesh Government to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the matter under the supervision of a sitting judge of the High Court.

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Canada: 5-year-old becomes PM for a day!

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:12 IST

Ottawa [Canada], May 26 (ANI): In an adorable gesture, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, spent a day with 5 year old Bella Thompson and built pillow forts!

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Afghan food gains popularity among food lovers in Delhi

Updated: May 26, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Afghani food is known for its exquisite taste and different varieties and thus the Afghan food business has become a livelihood for many Afghans living as refugees in New Delhi.

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UP: Minor raped in Barabanki, two held

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:57 IST

Barabanki (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): A 12-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district.

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah 'dozes off' during press conference

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:54 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 26 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appeared to have drifted to sleep during a press conference in Bengaluru on Friday.

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Sensex surpasses 31,000 mark, shoots by 255.17 points

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Achieving yet another milestone in just a few hours, the Sensex on Friday saw a significant surge, reaching a fresh all time high of 31,005.20, recording a rise by 255.17 points, with Nifty inching closer to the 9,600-mark.

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Fans 'disappointed' with 'Dirty Dancing' do-over

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): 'Dirty Dancing' remake premiered Wednesday night and it looks like, fans are highly disappointed with it.

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Rahul Gandhi to visit Saharanpur tomorrow

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi will visit Saharanpur tomorrow to take stock of the prevailing situation, where a caste conflict had erupted in April and many Dalits were allegedly targeted.

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Rahul Gandhi denied permission to visit Saharanpur

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi has been denied permission to visit Saharanpur, where a caste conflict had erupted in which many Dalits were allegedly targeted.

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Presidential polls: Sonia Gandhi begins meet with Oppn leaders

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Meeting called by Congress president Sonia Gandhi with Opposition leaders to build a consensus on the Presidential nominee, began here today in the Parliament on Friday.

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Can have 'big role' to play in Champions Trophy: Adam Zampa

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:35 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 26 (ANI): Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa has insisted that he can have a big role to play for his side in the upcoming Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Automation Anywhere launches intelligent software bots 'IQ Bot'

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Automation Anywhere, the global leader in enterprise Robotic Process Automation (RPA) on Friday announced the availability of IQ Bot, software bots capable of studying, learning and mimicking human behavior for intelligent process automation.

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Kamal Haasan wishes to reach out to fans through telephone

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:27 IST

Chennai [India], May 26 (ANI): Veteran actor Kamal Haasan, who is making his Television debut with the Tamil version of reality show 'Bigg Boss,' said, if possible, he wishes to reach out to his fans through telephone.

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Kashmiri leaders condemn Pakistani security forces for spreading terror

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:22 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): Kashmiri leaders recently held a meeting at the Rawalpindi Press Club to pay tribute to their slain nationalist leader Arif Shahid and to condemn the Pakistani security forces for his death.

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Tillerson to visit UK amid spat over Manchester blast leaks

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Amidst a spat over intelligence leaks, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will make his first official visit to Britain on Friday to reaffirm Washington's commitment to London.

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Won't play bilateral series against Pak without govt.'s permission, says BCCI

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): As the Board of Control for Cricket in India prepares to meet the Pakistan Cricket Board to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in 2014, senior BCCI functionary Rajeev Shukla on Friday said that they will not play any bilateral series against the arch-rivals without the Indian government's permission.

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President receives book on PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat'

Updated: May 26, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee received the first copy of two books 'Mann Ki Baat-A Social Revolution on Radio' and 'Marching with a Billion-Analysing Narendra Modi's Government at Mid term' at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.

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Hurriyat leaders told me Modi inflicting harm on Valley's business: Mani Shankar Aiyar

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:58 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 26 (ANI): After coming under fire for having a dialogue with Hurriyat leaders, Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Friday asserted that it was conveyed to him that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's message that 'terror and tourism cannot go together' has ruined tourism industries in Jammu and Kashmir this year.

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Delhi Daredevils put in bid in SA's T20 league: Report

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:58 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 26 (ANI): Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Delhi Daredevils owners have reportedly put in a bid to buy a team in Cricket South Africa's (CSA) new T20 league.

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EC bribery case: Delhi court adjourns Dinakaran's bail plea

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): A Delhi court on Friday adjourned till Monday the hearing of ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader TTV Dinakaran's bail plea in the Election Commission Bribery case.

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CBI names Shahabuddin as accused in journalist murder case

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday named former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammad Shahabuddin as an accused in the journalist Rajdeo Ranjan murder case.

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Care your hair on your vacay!

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): These days, with more and more people leading a fast paced life, there is hardly any time to "stand and stare."

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Jaideep Mazumdar appointed next Ambassador of India to Philippines

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Jaideep Mazumdar has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Philippines.

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IPL 10 brings 350 millions interactions on Facebook

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The 10th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) concluded on Sunday with a dramatic final-over victory by Mumbai Indians over Rising Pune Supergiant in Hyderabad.

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ASSOCHAM identifies significant gaps in skill set contribution by developed states

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The most economically developed states are not adequately adding to skill sets, which may result in severe shortages of skilled manpower in the coming years, according to an ASSOCHAM-Thought Arbitrage Paper.

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BJP to 'anarchist' AAP- Prove ECI wrong or apologize

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday urged the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to either prove that Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) can be hacked or apologise for making fraud allegations.

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FICCI to set up StudyinIndia pavilion at NAFSA 2017

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), along with the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India and Service Export Promotion Council and in partnership with Education Promotion Society for India will be setting up a 'StudyinIndia' pavilion, leading a delegation of over 50 Indian higher education leaders to the 69th Annual NAFSA conference scheduled to take place from May 28 to June 2 2017, in Los Angeles, U.S.A.

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PM Modi names India's longest bridge after Assamese legend Bhupen Hazarika

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:20 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India] May 26 (ANI): Prime Minster Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Dhola-Sadiya bridge will bring economic change in the northeast region and it will be named after renowned singer Bhupen Hazarika.

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Katy Perry breaks down as she pays tribute to Manchester victims

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Katy Perry broke down in tears while paying tribute to the victims of the Manchester terror attack as she performed in London on Thursday.

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Treating fake Qatar news as gospel truth unfortunate: Experts

Updated: May 26, 2017 13:06 IST

New Delhi, May 26 (ANI): The news about Abu Dhabi-based Sky News Arabia and the Saudi Arabia-owned al-Arabiya, mouthpieces of two governments, broadcasting a false statement attributed to Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, appears to have taken journalism to a new low, and has received strong criticism from a cross section of society in India as well.

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Pokkt's SDK version 6.0 to enable in-game branding

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Mobile video advertising platform Pokkt on Friday announced the rollout of its Software Development Kit (SDK) version 6.0, containing a set of state-of-the-art software development tools that will assist game developers in seamlessly integrating in-game branding into their gaming apps.

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BJP hails Modi, Congress attacks 'Rs. 2000 crore' M.O.D.I gala

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 26 (ANI): On the occasion of completion of three years in power by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is counting its positive points whereas the Congress is trying to surround the saffron party on its false promises.

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Indian-American Thapar to hold key U.S. judicial post

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:51 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): The U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed President Donald Trump's first appellate court nominee, Indian-American Judge Amul Thapar, overcoming opposition from Democrats.

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Turkey rejects U.S. resolution over D. C. clash

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:46 IST

Ankara [Turkey], May 26 (ANI): Rejecting a resolution by the U.S. House of Representatives condemning last week's clash outside the Turkish embassy in Washington D.C., Ankara said it "distorts the facts".

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SC refuses urgent hearing in Saharanpur violence incident

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday refused to give an urgent hearing on the plea filed seeking an inquiry into the Saharanpur violence incident.

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Look forward to good show against top teams: Akash Chikte on HWL semis

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:36 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 26 (ANI): Indian Senior Men's hockey team goalkeeper Akash Chikte has said that he is absolutely ready to face the world's top ranked teams at the Hockey World League Semi-Final, beginning June 15 in London.

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Atal Pension Yojana registers 53 lakh subscribers

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The subscriber base under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) reached approximately 53 Lakhs. At present, 235 banks and the Postal Department are involved with the implementation of the scheme. Besides the branches of the banks and CBS-enabled offices of India Post, quite a few banks are sourcing subscribers through their internet banking portals in a paperless environment.

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3 years of Modi Govt.: Adityanath, Khattar, Raje hail PM Modi's governance

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): With the completion of three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Government in power at the Centre, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday took to micro-blogging site twitter and on behalf of Uttar Pradesh, heartily congratulated the former for fulfilling his commitment to the public.

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UNAMA receives petition urging trial of Hezb-e-Islami leader

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:28 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 26 (ANI): United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) on Thursday issued a statement acknowledging a petition received for the trial of Hezb-e-Islami leader Gulbuddin Hekmatyar for the alleged crimes committed in Afghanistan.

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India crash out of Sudirman Cup post 0-3 drubbing to China

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:22 IST

Queensland [Australia], May 26 (ANI): In a major blow, India crashed out of the Sudirman Cup mixed team badminton championship after going down 0-3 against 10-time champions China in their quarter-final clash here at the Gold Coast on Friday.

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DocsApp aims to clock 5 million downloads by 2018

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Online hospital DocsApp registered a 25 percent month-on-month growth, and is aiming to serve more patients than all offline hospital chains, along with reaching 5 million downloads on Google Play Store by 2018.

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Atal Pension Yojana reaches 53 lakh subscribers' base

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The subscribers base under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) has reached about 53 lakh.

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72 hours on, wreckage of missing Sukhoi-30 found

Updated: May 26, 2017 12:05 IST

Tezpur [India], May. 26 (ANI): After four days of massive search operations, the wreckage of the missing Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft has been spotted.

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Diwan Rahul Nanda launches 'Cheep', a home services mobile app

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): With Topsgrup garnering praise as a trusted security services group in India, its Group Chairman Dr. Diwan Rahul Nanda forayed into the consumer-to-consumer segment with the launch of an on-demand home services marketplace app called Cheep, in Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru.

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Is Sophia Bush leaving 'Chicago PD' after 4 seasons?

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): If the reports are to be believed, female lead Sophia Bush is leaving the NBC cop drama series after four seasons.

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You tiny, tiny man: Rowling to Trump on 'shoving' Montenegro PM

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:53 IST

London [U.K.], May 26 (ANI): J. K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series scoffed at U.S. President Donald Trump's infamous gesture at the NATO summit in Brussels, where he appeared to be forcefully pushing aside Montenegro's Prime Minister Dusko Markovic in order to shove his way to the front of a crowd.

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Indian Youth Congress to stage protest near BJP HQ

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Activists of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) will stage a protest outside the headquarters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) here this evening.

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Distraught mother of Manchester victim calls for unity

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:49 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 26 (ANI): Charlotte Campbell, mother of 15-year old Manchester bombing victim Olivia Campbell, appealed to everyone to maintain unity in the face of brutal terrorism.

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UP a big state, trying our best to make it safe: BJP

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:46 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), May 26 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh minister Suresh Khanna on Friday averred that the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) is leaving no stone unturned is providing a safe environment to its people.

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Wanted criminal nabbed from Delhi

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Delhi Special Staff have arrested a wanted criminal who was carrying a reward of 25, 000 on his head in South Delhi.

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PM Modi emphasized on growing trade ties with Africa at ADB meeting

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:46 IST

New Delhi, May 26 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement on Friday in which it said that Prime Minister Narendra held bilateral meetings with the visiting leaders of the Africa nations of Benin; Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire on the sidelines of 52nd annual meeting of the African Development Bank in Gandhinagar on May 23.

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B'desh removes 'un-Islamic' Lady Justice statue at SC premises

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:36 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 26 (ANI): The statue of Lady Justice was removed from the premises of the Supreme Court early Friday, on the demand of some Islamist organisations that called it 'un-Islamic'.

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IIFA 2017: `Ae Dil Hai Mushkil` tops Technical Winners List

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:36 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 26 (ANI): The International Indian Film Academy recently announced the list of winners in the Technical categories.

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Younis Khan satisfied to retire at top

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:36 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): Former Pakistan cricketer Younis Khan has expressed his satisfaction over his decision to bid adieu to international cricket, as he has managed to achieve what he had desired for.

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Free your thyroid gland from pills!

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): According to WHO, depression is one of the major reasons for suicides globally. The story in India is no different.

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CBDT issues clarification on furnishing statement of financial transactions

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Friday issued a clarification on furnishing statements of financial transactions.

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PM Modi inaugurates Dhola-Sadiya Bridge

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:10 IST

Dhola/Tinsukia (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Dhola-Sadiya Bridge, the nation's longest bridge that straddles the River Brahmaputra, on Friday.

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Chhattisgarh: Venkaiah Naidu to review progress of new urban missions today

Updated: May 26, 2017 11:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Progress of new urban missions launched during the last three years in Chhattisgarh will be reviewed by Urban Development and Housing Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu in a high level meeting in Raipur today.

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Haryana: Pakistani national living with Indian identity arrested

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:58 IST

Bahadurgarh (Haryana) [India], May 26 (ANI): The Police on Thursday arrested a Pakistani national camouflaging himself as an Indian from Bahadurgarh area of Haryana's Jhajjar district.

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Aussies pay homage to Manchester attack victims

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:51 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 26 (ANI): The Australian cricket team observed a minute of silence to pay their tributes to the victims of the recent deadly terror attack that took place at the Manchester Arena in England.

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Grace marks row: CBSE to not move SC against HC order

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 26 (ANI): In a major relief to students, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will not move the Supreme Court to challenge the Delhi High Court instructions stating that evaluation for the class 10 and 12 board exams this year should be done as per the grace marks policy.

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UP Govt. made 'organisational' changes only on paper: Congress

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Condemning the horrific incident in Noida, where four women were raped while another family member was killed, the Congress on Friday asserted that only officials have been changed in the recent massive administrative reshuffle in Uttar Pradesh, but the change that was truly needed has not come yet.

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PM Modi in Assam to inaugurate key infra projects

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:37 IST

Tinsukia (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Dibrugarh on Friday to inaugurate Dhola-Sadiya Bridge in Assam's Tinsukia district, the nation's longest bridge, besides other projects.

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Sensex up by 112.60 points, marks an all-time high of 30,862.63

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The market on Friday witnessed a surge in its trade with the Sensex and Nifty hitting an all time high of 30,862.63 and 9,534.75 respectively.

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Pak court stays execution awarded by military court to Taliban leader

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:32 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has stayed the execution of Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan's Swat chapter's former spokesman Muslim Khan, who was sentenced to death last year by a military court on multiple charges of terrorism.

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Trump launches investigation into Manchester bombing 'photo' leak

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:22 IST

Washington [U.S.A], May 26 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump expressed regret over the leaked information in regard to the deadly Manchester terror attack on Thursday.

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Last 3 years have transformed people's lives: PM Modi

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): On the occasion of completion of three years of the National Democratic Alliance's ( NDA) government at the Center, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said these years have seen concrete steps that have transformed people's lives.

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Manchester attacker driven by 'injustice against Muslims'

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:00 IST

London [UK], May 26 (ANI): According to latest revelations about the Manchester arena suicide bomber Salman Abedi, the accused carried out the horror as he wanted "revenge" for the injustices inflicted against Muslims.

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HP: Two-day session to pass GST begins today

Updated: May 26, 2017 10:00 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): Deliberations on the passage of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill will be taken up at the special session of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, slated to begin today.

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Sikh men thrashed: Legal action was taken, assures Rajasthan SP

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Rajasthan Police has assured that legal action was taken by the local cops at the time when Sikh men were allegedly beaten up by local residents of Chainpura in Ajmer district.

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To do a `pure` character is the most difficult thing: Salman Khan

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 26 (ANI): Salman Khan, who plays a 'special' character in the upcoming highly-anticipated Kabir Khan-directorial, says it is the most difficult thing to maintain the simplicity, honesty and purity of the character in films like 'Tubelight'.

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3 years of Modi united India, unleashed its potential: Naidu

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Asserting that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government in its three years of its tenure unleashed the true potential of the nation, Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Friday said that in this incumbent tenure of the Bharatiya Janata Party, India is riding high towards development more than ever.

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ITC wins prestigious Porter Prize 2017 in two categories 'Excellence in Corporate Governance and Integration', 'Creating Shared Value'

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI-BusinessWire India): ITC Limited has won the prestigious Porter Prize 2017 award for 'Excellence in Corporate Governance and Integration' and for its exemplary contribution in 'Creating Shared Value'.

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Aligarh police to use drones for surveillance of sensitive areas

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:36 IST

Aligarh (UP) [India], May 26 (ANI): With the recent incidents of clashes and stone pelting taking a toll on the administration, the Aligarh police has decided to use drones for the surveillance of sensitive areas around the city.

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Lanka happy to enter Champions Trophy as 'underdogs': Mathews

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:36 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 26 (ANI): Sri Lanka skipper Angelo Mathews has said that his players are ready to embrace the 'underdog' tag at the ICC Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Trump's son in law under investigation in Russian probe

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:24 IST

Washington [U.S.A], May 26 (ANI): United States President Donal Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner is under investigation in the Russian probe.

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Chinese nationals kidnapped in Pak highlights risks along CPEC: Chinese Media

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:24 IST

Beijing [China], May 26 (ANI): After a Chinese couple was abducted from Quetta's Jinnah Town, in Balochistan Province of Pakistan on Wednesday, the state run Global Times said that the incident highlights the risks along the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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C-Zentrix launches its customer engagement solutions-TrixChat, Zenbot

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): C-Zentrix, a Gartner Magic Quadrant for CCI 2016-recognised product company and a cloud-based advance communication management provider on Thursday announced the launch of two new products in its customer engagement solutions portfolio, 'TrixChat' and 'ZenBot'.

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Looking back at 3 years of Modi Govt., we stand vindicated: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Citing examples of welfare schemes like, Jan Dhan Yojna, Mudra Yojna, Start up India and demonetisation, Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Friday asserted looking back at three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Government, the Centre stands vindicated.

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TN hotels to shutdown on May 30 over GST rates

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:03 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 26 (ANI): As a mark of disagreement with the exorbitant tax rates under the much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill to be rolled out on July 1, hotels and restaurants across Tamil Nadu will observe a one-day shutdown on May 30.

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UP: BJP leader thrashes cop, threatens to kill him

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:03 IST

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): In an incident raising questions on the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) intent to keep intact the law and order in Uttar Pradesh, party city president along with his fellow men on Thursday in state's Moradabad's Thakur Dwara area, created a massive ruckus inside a police station.

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Is Mani Shankar Aiyar adding to 'Separatist agenda': BJP

Updated: May 26, 2017 09:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday questioned Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar if he was adding to the agenda of separatism by meeting with separatist leaders Shabir Shah and Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.

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Bokaro: Naxals attack railway station, vandalise train engine

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:35 IST

Bokaro [India], May. 26 (ANI): Naxals torched a signal set and communication system and partially damaged engine of a goods train at Dumri Bihar railway station in Bokaro, Jharkhand.

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A man's religious devotion can predict his social behaviour

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): The level of devotion one feels toward religious beliefs can predict how that person likely will interact with members of his own group or with members outside of the group, according to a recent study.

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Saudi monarch apologizes to Nawaz Sharif for Riyadh 'humiliation'

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:35 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the reigning King of Saudi Arabia has apologized to leaders, including Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for not presenting them with a chance to address the Riyadh Summit.

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Your divorce is risking your kid's health

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): There is no such thing as a good divorce when children are involved, according to a recent study.

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Can 'food porn' seed lust for healthier eating?

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Hashtags are changing the way we look at food, but is it for the better?

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Here's how hand amputation, reattachment affect brain

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): When a person loses a hand to amputation, nerves that control sensation and movement are severed, causing dramatic changes in areas of the brain that controlled these functions. As a result, areas of the brain devoted to the missing hand take on other functions.

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Soon, toy cars that'll help get kids with disabilities moving

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Two new modified toy car designs have been developed for children with disabilities in an effort to encourage them to further explore, play, and engage in physical and social activities.

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Frequent recreational weed puts your mouth at risk

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 26 (ANI): Frequent recreational use of cannabis, including marijuana, hashish, and hash oil, ups the risk of gum disease, a recent study has found.

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Pakistanis take to terror, espionage and drug trafficking activities worldwide

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:10 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): There has been a spurt in cases where Pakistanis have been found to be involved in terror-related activities including, being implicated in drug trafficking and espionage cases across the globe. The country's embassies have been grappling with increasing number of such cases as per well placed sources.

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nexGTv now available on Amazon's Fire TV Stick

Updated: May 26, 2017 08:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): nexGTv, a subscription-led video entertainment app on Thursday made its big-screen debut with its launch on Fire TV Stick, a digital streaming device from Amazon, and is now available on Amazon India.

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I'm heartbroken by Manchester attack, says Obama

Updated: May 26, 2017 03:22 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 26 (ANI): Former U.S. president Barack Obama today said as the father of two daughters, he is heartbroken by the extraordinary tragedy that has occurred in Manchester.

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BJP mocks Congress' meet to discuss Oppn's presidential candidate

Updated: May 26, 2017 03:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Taking a jibe at the meeting called by Congress chief Sonia Gandhi to discuss the opposition's presidential candidate, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said the grand old party wants to keep itself busy with such meetings.

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Odisha: Women prisoners celebrate Bata Sabitri Festival in jail

Updated: May 26, 2017 03:22 IST

Sambalpur (Odisha) [India], May 26 (ANI): In order to change the mentality of women prisoners here, the Odisha Government has started various reforms in jail.

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Twitterati explodes as Trump moves aside Montenegro PM

Updated: May 26, 2017 03:08 IST

Brussels (Belgium), May 26 (ANI): After speaking at a NATO summit to world leaders, U.S. President Donald Trump was walking with NATO leaders to another event when he apparently moved aside Montenegro Prime Minister Dusko Markovic and moved to the front of the group.

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JD (U) slams J-K Govt. for not fulfilling its promise of talking to Hurriyat

Updated: May 26, 2017 02:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Friday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Government in Jammu and Kashmir for not fulfilling its promise to talk to all stakeholders, including the Hurriyat leaders.

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Congress slams UP Govt. over Greater Noida rape

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Slamming the Uttar Pradesh Government for its failure to maintain law and order in the state, the Congress Party on Friday said the Yogi Adityanath-led Government is working towards dividing the society.

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Trump says NATO allies need 'to pay their fair share'

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:47 IST

Brussels (Belgium), May 26 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has rebuked his fellow alliance leaders for not being 'fair' to the U.S. taxpayers.

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Venkaiah Naidu to review progress of new urban missions

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:46 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 26 (ANI): Urban Development and Housing Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu will review progress of new urban missions launched during the last three years in Chhattisgarh, in a high level meeting in Raipur on Friday.

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BJP's pan-India publicity fest begins from today

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be organising a pan-Indian festival-like publicity campaign to highlight the achievements of the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) three year rule.

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ECI rejects AAP's demand of allowing change of EVM's motherboard

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected the demand of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of allowing the 'change or tampering' of the motherboard of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) during the 'EVM challenge' which will be held on June 3.

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EC bribery case: Hearing to continue on Dinakaran's bail plea

Updated: May 26, 2017 01:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): A Delhi Court will on Friday continue to hear AIADMK leader T.T.V. Dinakaran's bail plea in the alleged bribery matter.

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PCB announces Najam Sethi as its new chairman

Updated: May 26, 2017 00:53 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 26 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced Najam Sethi as its new chairman.

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PM Modi to address rally in Guwahati

Updated: May 26, 2017 00:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Assam is set for the dual celebration of completing its first anniversary and three year anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Government's rule at the Centre on Friday.

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President to receive book on PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat'

Updated: May 26, 2017 00:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will receive the first copies of books 'Mann Ki Baat: A Social Revolution on Radio' and 'Marching with a Billion- Analysing Narendra Modi's Government at Midterm' from Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, who will formally release it at a function to be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday in the presence of Vice President Mohammed Hamid Ansari, Union Minister of Finance and Defence Arun Jaitley, and other dignitaries.

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Mauritius PM Pravind Jugnauth to visit India starting today

Updated: May 26, 2017 00:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth will pay a two-day visit to India from Friday.

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PM Modi to inaugurate India's longest bridge in Assam

Updated: May 26, 2017 00:08 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Dhola-Sadiya Bridge on the Brahmaputra, the country's longest bridge, in Assam on Friday.

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Queen Elizabeth II visits Manchester victims, slams 'wicked' attack

Updated: May 25, 2017 23:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday visited the Ariana Grande concert blast victims at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital.

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Former Greek PM injured in envelope explosion

Updated: May 25, 2017 23:16 IST

Athens [Greece], May 25 (ANI): Former Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos was injured today in an envelope explosion in Athens.

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Kochi: Refused playing mobile games, teen commits suicide

Updated: May 25, 2017 23:16 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India], May 25 (ANI): In a tragic incident, a 16-year-old girl committed suicide after she was allegedly stopped from playing mobile games for too long.

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Skipper Kohli wants to overcome England 'challenge' for personal satisfaction

Updated: May 25, 2017 23:16 IST

London [U.K], May 25 (ANI): Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who had a regrettable performance in England three years ago, has said that his priority would be to overcome the challenges he faced during the tour for his personal satisfaction.

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As MODI fest starts, Sonia eyes stopping Modi hurricane

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:54 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): This Friday i.e tomorrow two important political developments will be taking place in India.

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Comedian Leslie Jones to host 2017 BET Awards

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:28 IST

Johannesburg, May 25 (ANI): The 'Saturday Night Live' star and comedian Leslie Jones will be the host of the 2017 BET Awards.

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Here's why Salman Khan doesn't enjoy watching 'Tublight's teaser

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:25 IST

Mumbai [Maharashtra], May 25 (ANI): His fans may be excited about the launch of the much-awaited trailer of his upcoming flick 'Tubelight,' but Salman Khan on the contrary said that he doesn't enjoy watching it.

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BSF arrests Pak national at Wagah

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday arrested a Pakistani national at Wagah border while he was trying to enter into the Indian side near Wagah Border.

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'GoT' co-stars Kit Harington, Rose Leslie taking romance a step further

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): They may have been separated on screen by an epic plot twist, but in real life, nothing can stop Jon Snow from shacking up with his beloved wildling Ygritte.

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BCCI-PCB to meet in Dubai over India-Pak bilateral series

Updated: May 25, 2017 22:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will meet Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in Dubai on May 29 to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to play six bilateral series between 2015 to 2023.

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MP: Shivraj announces ex gratia for Neemuch accident victims

Updated: May 25, 2017 21:50 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 25 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Couhan on Thursday announced ex gratia of Rs. two lakhs each to the next of kin of those killed in the road accident here.

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Nalanda: Eight killed in Nalanda bus accident

Updated: May 25, 2017 21:34 IST

Nalanda (Bihar) [India] May 25 (ANI): Eight people were killed when a bus caught fire in Harnaut region in Nalanda on Thursday evening.

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Four ISIS terrorists arrested in Moscow terror plot

Updated: May 25, 2017 21:34 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 25 (ANI) : Russian security forces on Thursday have arrested four men linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) terror network and suspected of planning a series of terror attacks on Moscow's transport system.

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Mani Shankar Aiyar led-delegation meets J-K CM Mehbooba Mufti

Updated: May 25, 2017 21:07 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 25 (ANI): After meeting the Hurriyat Leaders in an effort to resume dialogue with the stakeholders in Kashmir, five-member delegation led by veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Thursday met Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti.

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Philippines troops rescue 78 hostages, kills 13 ISIS-linked terrorists

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:47 IST

Moscow[Russia], May25 (ANI) :At least 13 ISIS linked terrorists were killed in the Philippines city of Marawi where government forces carried out an operation over 70 hostages held captive by the Islamic State linked Maute Group inside the Amai Pakpak Medica center public hospital.

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BLF claims responsibility of attacks on Pakistani forces

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:47 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], May 25 (ANI) : Baloch Liberation Army on Thursday claimed responsibility for an attack on aPakistan army check-post in Turbat district in which two army personnels were injured .

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Iran announces completion of 3rd ballistic missile factory

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:41 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 25 (ANI): Iran has announced the completion of a third underground ballistic missile production factory and said the country will keep developing its missile programme to deter any military assault.

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Missing Sukhoi-30: ALH copters being used in rescue operations

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:31 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India] May 25 (ANI): After the rescue operations for Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft and its two pilots were resumed earlier in the day, C-130 aircraft with electro-optical payload Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) helicopters are being utilized for the rescue mission.

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INS Ganga retiring on May 28

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): Indian Navy frigate INS Ganga will be placed in non-operational category from May 28, followed by decommissioning, after 32 years of service.

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Memorial service held for former PIO Mr. I. Ramamohan Rao

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): People from all walks of life, including politicians, former bureaucrats, members of the media, friends and family, gathered in the auditorium of the Sri Sathya Sai International Centre here this evening for solemn condolence-cum-memorial service for former Principal Information Officer to the Government of India Mr. I. Ramamohan Rao, who passed away on May 13.

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May to raise Manchester 'leak' with Trump

Updated: May 25, 2017 20:13 IST

New York [U.S.], May 25 (ANI) :United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May said she would raise leaks of crucial intelligence about the Manchester bomb attack with the United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump as they meet at a NATO summit in Brussels, Belgium.

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Hurriyat keen to resolve issues between India, Pak

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:54 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 25 (ANI): The Hurriyat on Thursday said that it wants to resolve issues between India and Pakistan.

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CBI court jails two for role in CWG scam

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Thursday sentenced the chairman and a director of Raja Aederi Consultants Private Ltd to two-and-a-half-year jail terms for irregularities committed during the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

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Sanjay Mitra appointed new Defence Secretary

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): Sanjay Mitra has taken over as Defence Secretary from G. Mohan Kumar.

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Mamata blames BJP, CPM for Kolkata violence

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:28 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 25 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for the violence taking place in Kolkata.

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"India's daughter" Uzma says Pakistan a "death well"

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Indian national Uzma, who was forced to marry a Pakistan man at gunpoint, on Thursday thanked External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Indian High Commission officials in Islamabad for facilitating her safe return home.

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New 'Game of Thrones' trailer gives a sneak peek at 'Great War'

Updated: May 25, 2017 19:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): The first full-length trailer of the seventh season of 'Game of Thrones' is finally out, and if its sneak-peek is any indication, then the the "Great War" is almost here.

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PWD minister takes stock of Monsoon preparedness by different agencies

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Public Works Department (PWD) minister Satyendar Jain on Thursday chaired a meeting of different agencies to take stock of the monsoon preparedness in Delhi.

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UP Govt. transfers 174 Sub-Divisional Magistrates

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 25 (ANI): In the wake of clashes between two communities in Saharanpur, the Uttar Pradesh Government on Thursday transferred 174 Sub-Divisional Magistrates.

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Assam Rifles repatriates 338 Myanmar refugees back home

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

Saiha (Mizoram) [India], May 25 (ANI): A major refugee crisis which could have lingered and prolonged in Mizoram was successfully averted by Assam Rifles and Civil Administration in Mizoram's Saiha.

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Infosys, HP Inc. announces strategic alliance to accelerate digital transformation for enterprise

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Infosys and HP Inc. On Thursday launched joint Retail Point of Sale (RPOS) and Enterprise Device as a Service (DaaS) solutions to help businesses accelerate digital transformation as part of the HP Global System Integrator (GSI) Alliance Program.

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Don't want Air India to become history: Gajapathi Raju

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Thursday asserted that there are no plans to privatise national carrier Air India at this point in time, and added that the goal for his ministry is to ensure its survival.

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International Fertiliser Association hires Rakesh Kapur as Chairman

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): Rakesh Kapur, Joint Managing Director, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), has been elected as the Chairman of the International Fertilizer Association (IFA) at the recent IFA's Annual Conference held from May 22nd - 24th in Marrakech, Morocco in which 1400 participants were present.

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Yeh Hai India Makes India Proud at Cannes 2017

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): After wowing the audience with its first motion poster in India, Yeh Hai India is now making a stir at Cannes 2017.

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Anupam Kher comes out in support of 'self-made' Sonu Nigam

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): After Sonu Nigam bid adieu to Twitter in support of his fellow singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, veteran actor Anupam Kher urged the singer not to get affected by the negativity of some people.

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Mayawati denies connection with Saharanpur clash

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India] May 25 (ANI): Following the worrisome Saharanpur clashes, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Thursday has denied any connection with the unfortunate incident, claiming that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to "defame" them in order to "cover up their own misdeeds."

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China protests U.S. Navy patrol through South China Sea

Updated: May 25, 2017 18:07 IST

New York [U.S.], May 25 (ANI) : The United States under President Donald Trump has challenged China by sailing its Navy destroyer near a disputed South China Sea island controlled by China.

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Sachin becomes 1st Indian Sportsperson to have 'biographical drama'

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): The wait will finally get over tomorrow with the release of 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams.'

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ICC Committee gives unanimous support to Test Championship

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:53 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 25 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket Committee has expressed unanimous support for the implementation of a Test cricket competition deeming that context was crucial to the future of international cricket.

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Men have worse chemotherapy-induced cardiomyopathy than women?

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): A study, presented at EuroCMR, says that chemotherapy-induced cardiomyopathy react more on men than women.

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Latest Version of Epicor ERP extends manufacturing leadership with cloud-based analytics and global electronic compliance

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): Unveiled at its Insights 2017 customer conference, Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, has introduced the latest version of Epicor ERP, the global enterprise resource planning solution in use today by thousands of customers in 150 countries worldwide.

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GVA expected to rise by 6.9 pct in Q4 FY2017 aided by remonetisation: ICRA

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Credit rating agency ICRA expects Indian GDP and gross value added (GVA) at basic prices to expand by 7.1 percent and 6.9 percent, respectively, in year-on-year (YoY) terms in Q4 FY2017.

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Bracewell sentenced to 100 hours of community work for drink-driving

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:26 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], May 25 (ANI): New Zealand fast bowler Doug Bracewell has been slapped with 100 hours of community work after he pleaded guilty to drink-driving offence in the Hastings District Council last month.

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MP: 11 killed as tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims overturns in Neemuch

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:26 IST

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh)[India], May 25 (ANI): At least 11 people were killed while 12 others sustained serious injury after a tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims overturned in Neemuch district of Madhya Pradesh.

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Govt. to set up state cancer institutes costing Rs. 100 crore

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel on Thursday said the government has recently approved a scheme for enhancing Tertiary Care Cancer facilities in the country under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke (NPCDCS) initiative to grant financial assistance to 20 State Cancer Institute's and 50 Tertiary Cancer Care Centers in different parts of the country.

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Mauritius PM Pravind Jugnauth to visit India starting May 26

Updated: May 25, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth will pay a two-day visit to India from May 26 to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

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'Uttam Pradesh' turning into 'Crime Pradesh': Congress on UP clashes

Updated: May 25, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25(ANI): The Congress on Thursday launched a scathing attack at the Uttar Pradesh Government over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state, while saying that 'Uttam Pradesh' is turning into 'crime Pradesh.'

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BJP protests against WB Govt., police resorts to baton charge

Updated: May 25, 2017 16:22 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), May 25 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers on Thursday took to the streets in Kolkata to protest over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

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MHA seeks report from UP Govt. on Saharanpur clashes

Updated: May 25, 2017 16:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday asked the Uttar Pradesh Government to submit report on the recent worrisome clashes in Saharanpur.

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Aster DM Healthcare launches 'Aster Emergency' app for real time interface

Updated: May 25, 2017 16:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Envisioning a leap in emergency care, Aster DM Healthcare on Thursday launched its most novel and unique concept, the 'Aster Emergency' app, which will offer real-time interface between the patient in emergency and a GPS-enabled Aster 'Responder'.

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Himachal CM's LIC agent's bail plea to be heard on May 29

Updated: May 25, 2017 16:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh's Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) agent Anand Chauhan's bail plea will be heard by a trial court on May 29 in Delhi in a disproportionate case.

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Manishankar Aiyar initiates dialogue with Hurriyat leaders

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:57 IST

Kashmir [India], May 25 (ANI): In an effort to resume dialogue with the stakeholders in Kashmir, five-member delegation led by veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Thursday called on moderate Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and discussed ways to calm down the protestors.

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OLX mobile phones category booming steered by Millennials

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): With almost 10 million mobile phones, and mobile accessories listed in FY 2016-17 alone, OLX has reinforced its position as the number one online destination for pre-owned mobiles in India.

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JD(U) denies conflict of interest, bats for united Oppn.

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Thursday downplayed the rumours of conflict of interest and said that it has been a party that has strongly advocated the idea of a united Opposition.

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Big B 'filled with emotions' after watching 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The premiere of the much awaited 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' was held yesterday. Among the many celebs, who attended the screening was Amitabh Bachchan, who could not stop praising the movie.

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Two neo-nazi roommates killed for disrespecting Muslim faith

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:29 IST

Tampa [U.S.A.], May 25 (ANI): Dramatic developments shook Tampa as a Florida man, Devon Arthurs, shot two of his neo-nazi roommates on Friday.

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Virat Kohli encourages kids towards healthy lifestyle

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:29 IST

Mumbai [India], May 25 (ANI): Alarmed by the statistics published about the state of the country's children's health, Indian skipper Virat Kohli has appealed the kids to play more, and have more fun by joining Stepathlon Kids, which launches in November this year.

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Embarking on 'propaganda blitz' has been PM Modi's hallmark: Congress

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Launching a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Congress Party on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government is embarking on "propaganda blitz" and their only agenda is falsification of facts, insulting political opponents and questioning the wisdom of the people.

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Ranveer Singh talks about 'Padmavati' character, calls him 'Haivan'

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Ranveer Singh is all set to be a part of a recently launched chat show where he will be seen talking about his first ever grey role in 'Padmavati'.

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This summer, de-tan at home with these refreshing face packs

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): We all know, tan comes as an add on with the blazing sun during the summers.

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WB: SSB seizes snake venom worth Rs. 70 crore

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], May 25 (ANI): At least two persons were apprehended with two jars of snake venom in a joint operation conducted by 41 Battalion Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and the Customs Department in Siliguri at an area between Batasi and Panitanki here on Wednesday.

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Bengaluru: Three Pakistanis with fake documents detained

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka), May 25 (ANI): The Crime Branch of the Bengaluru Police booked three Pakistanis with fake documents along with an Indian from Kumaraswamy Layout on Thursday.

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BCCI invites applications for new coach as Kumble's tenure nears end

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Mumbai [India], May 25 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced that it would begin the process to invite new applicants for the post of the head coach of the Indians men's cricket team.

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Special CBI court summons accused in Babri demolition case

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 25, (ANI): The special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court has asked all accused including Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani, Union Minister Uma Bharti and Murli Manohar Joshi to appear before it on May 30 in connection with the Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Sharif didn't speak at Riyadh summit due to 'time shortage': Pak

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 25 (ANI): After the Pakistani media mocked Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for being denied a speech at the U.S.-Arab Islamic summit on counter-terrorism in Riyadh last week, Foreign Office spokesperson Nafees Zakaria said on Thursday that the Prime Minister could not deliver the speech due to "shortage of time."

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Post clashes, Rajinikanth advises fans, fanclub co-ordinator to act 'decently'

Updated: May 25, 2017 15:09 IST

Chennai [India], May 25 (ANI): A clash between Rajinikanth fans and his fanclub chief led the superstar to issue a statement which advised his fans to "behave and act in a decent and proper manner."

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Civilian, who was tied to jeep, files complaint against Major Gogoi

Updated: May 25, 2017 14:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25, (ANI): Farooq Ahmed Dar, the stone-pelter, who was tied to the bonnet of a jeep by Major Leetul Gogoi, has filed a complaint in the state Human Rights Commission, Jammu and Kashmir against the latter's recommendation for a Commendation Card by the Indian Army.

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Brooks Brothers now just a 'CLiQ' away

Updated: May 25, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Checking out the latest collection and buying them will now be on your finger tip as American clothing brand Brooks Brothers is now just a click away.

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PM Modi to inaugurate India's longest bridge in Assam tomorrow

Updated: May 25, 2017 14:00 IST

Guwahati (Assam)[India], May 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Dhola-Sadiya Bridge on the Brahmaputra, the country's longest bridge, in Assam on May 26.

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Lalu, Misa should answer questions by ED: JD(U)

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Thursday said that if Rashtriya Jananta Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his daughter Misa Bharti are summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), then they must appear and answer every question.

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Barca continue to stand by Messi after tax appeal rejected

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:58 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 25 (ANI): Barcelona have reiterated their support to Lionel Messi, after the Supreme Court of Spain rejected the star striker's appeal against a suspended 21-month prison sentence for tax fraud offence.

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RJD calls for fair probe in 'benami assets' case against Lalu, Misa

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25, (ANI): The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Thursday called for a fair probe in the benami properties case involving party chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti and her husband.

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Nighthawks 'super productive' later in afternoon: Study

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:50 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): While some workers find themselves at their productive best in the morning, others find it extremely hard to concentrate before afternoon.

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Special court to hear Sharif's son's plea againt JIT investigators

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:39 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 25 (ANI): A three-judge special bench will hear Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's son's plea, objecting the presence of two Joint Investigation Team (JIT) officers for the family's investigation in the Panama Papers leak on May 29.

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Let your baby bask in summer's glory!

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The hot and humid months are here. Brisk winds, sweaty skin and dryness make the weather simply unbearable for adults and kids.

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Everyuth defines new age naturals with Tulsi Turmeric face wash

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Everyuth Naturals, a pioneer and a leading skincare brand known for its natural ingredients and effective products has announced the re-launch of its flagship product in the face wash category with-the new improved Everyuth Tulsi Turmeric Face Wash.

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Alibaba Mobile Business appoints Young Li as Head of International Business Department

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Alibaba Mobile Business Group on Thursday announced appointment of Young Li as Head of International Business Department.

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Coal block scam: Special CBI court grants bail to Jindal's advisor, four others

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court has granted bail to five accused including industrialist Naveen Jindal's advisor Anand Goel in a case pertaining to the allocation of Amarkonda Murgadangal coal block in Jharkhand.

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This summer, be smart and cook healthy!

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): As summer is at its full swing, any compromise with your diet can be a ghastly mistake.

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Shiv Sena backs Paresh Rawal, slams Arundhati Roy

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:19 IST

Mumbai [India], May 25 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Thursday backed Paresh Rawal, while coming down heavily on author Arundhati Roy, citing the actor-turned-politician gave a befitting reply to Roy who opposed the honour which was accorded to Major Nitin Leetul Gogoi.

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Women get mentored by Industry Leaders at JobsForHer's second mentorship roadshow

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): JobsForHer (JFH), an online connecting portal that enables women on a professional break to restart their careers and achieve their full potential, announces the launch of its second roadshow.

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Kashmir hosts first football coaching camp for deaf, dumb

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:14 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 25 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Football Association has organised the first ever special football coaching camp for disabled kids, namely "GRASSROOT", in collaboration with youth sports and services in Srinagar.

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U.S. lost track of $1bn worth of military equipment in Iraq: Report

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:12 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 25 (ANI): The United States Government has lost track of USD 1 billion worth of military equipment from its assistance packages in Iraq due to its shoddy record-keeping processes, according to a new report.

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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's 'Zaroori Tha' crosses 200 m views on YouTube

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's single 'Zaroori Tha' has become the first original non-film music video to hit 200 million views.

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Good news! Chocolate is good for your heart!

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:12 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): All you chocolate lovers rejoice, if any one makes you feel guilty next time for having it, tell them: According to a new study chocolate may be good for your heart.

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Aye Finance raises USD 8 mn from Blue Orchard

Updated: May 25, 2017 13:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Non-banking finance company (NBFC) committed to transforming micro and small enterprise financing in India Aye Finance has announced raising USD eight million from Blue Orchard, a leading global impact investment manager.

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2.5 percent GDP to be spent on health sector: PM Modi

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that the aim of the government is to spend at least 2.5 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the health sector in the coming years.

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Now, chat and book movie tickets online!

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Booking online movie tickets will now be easier as Niki is there at your service.

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis escapes unhurt after his helicopter crash-lands

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:43 IST

Latur (Maharashtra) [India], May 25, (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis? escaped unhurt on Thursday after the helicopter he was travelling by crash-landed in Latur.

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IC3 Conference paves way for transformation in rapidly developing education sector

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): International Career and College Counseling (IC3) Conference has announced the second edition of the Annual Conference, that will be held in New Delhi on August 30 and 31 2017 at JW Marriott, Aerocity.

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Uzma's brother thanks Govt., Sushma Swaraj for bringing her back

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Expressing happiness over Indian national Uzma's return to India, her brother Wasim Ahmad thanked the Indian government and External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj for their support.

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IT summons Misa Bharti: BJP says simply doing its duty

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Trashing allegations of 'vendetta politics' by the Centre in having I-T raids for probe into Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad's alleged benami properties and summoning his daughter Misa Bharti, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government was simply doing its work and fulfilling the promises made to the people to fight against corruption.

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NEET 2017: SC refuses to give urgent hearing to plea

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to give an urgent hearing to the plea filed by NGO, Sankalp Charitable trust, seeking cancellation of the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) which was conducted on May 7.

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Nadia Khan accuses H'wood actor of assaulting her daughter

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:21 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 25 (ANI): In a shocking turn of events, Pakistani actress Nadia Khan has accused a famous Hollywood actor for allegedly abusing her daughter physically during an audition in Dubai.

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We need to make good start at Men's HWL Semi-Final: Chinglensana Singh

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:16 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 25 (ANI): Chinglensana Singh, who has recently been appointed as the vice-captain of the Indian senior men's hockey team, has admitted that he is excited and honoured to take up the new responsibility as his side head into the Three Nations Invitational Tournament, beginning June 1.

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'Wonder Woman' UK premiere cancelled after Manchester bombings

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:13 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 25 (ANI): The makers of upcoming movie 'Wonder Woman' movie have cancelled the London premiere of the film the attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester.

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EAM Sushma Swaraj welcomes 'India's daughter' Uzma

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25, (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Thursday welcomed Indian national Uzma, who had accused her Pakistani husband of marrying her at gunpoint, even as she expressed regret over her plight.

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NATO to formally join U.S.-led anti-'Islamic State' coalition

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:08 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 25 (ANI): The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) will formally join the United States-led coalition against the Islamic State extremist group, DW reported, citing sources.

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Two minors allegedly gangraped at gunpoint in UP's Muzaffarnagar

Updated: May 25, 2017 12:00 IST

Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 25 (ANI): In yet another case of crime against women in Uttar Pradesh, two minor girls were allegedly gangraped by a group of young men in the Mansurpur area in Muzaffarnagar.

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Sutureless Valve Replacement Surgery turns boon for a 78-year-old

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): A Sutureless Valve Replacement surgery was recently performed on a 78 year old patient by Global Hospitals, Mumbai.

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Chinese media dismisses India's move to block Chinese power companies

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:56 IST

Beijing [China], May 25 (ANI): Chinese state run media has criticised India's move to block Chinese power firms, citing "India's boycott of Chinese equipment would eventually make its people the biggest losers."

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Maxwell cleared of serious injury after blow on neck

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:48 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 25 (ANI): Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has been cleared of any serious injury after he was struck by a net bowler during a recent practice session at Lord's.

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Not just looks, your scent and voice make you attractive

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:42 IST

Atlanta [US], May 25 (ANI): The right voice and scent play an equally important role in making you appear attractive than just good looks, highlights a mini review in Frontiers in Psychology.

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Rajamouli's 'Baahubali 2' to release in China

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): After conquering global Box-Office with staggering numbers, SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' is now all set to release in China.

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Adityanath being targetted by 'foreign forces': Swamy on Saharanpur violence

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Urging people to not get carried away by "contrived events" like the Saharanpur violence, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said there are some kind of "foreign forces" which are targeting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Adityanath-led Government to "defame" him.

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Missing Sukhoi-30: Search operation resumes

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:38 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 25 (ANI): Rescue operations for Indian Air Force's Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft and its two pilots who went missing soon after take-off from Tezpur airbase in Assam resumed on Thursday.

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ixigo amongst most used train travel app; inks 20 mn installs

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): ixigo has announced hitting the numero uno spot by becoming India's most used train travel app with over 20 million cumulative installs and over five million monthly active users.

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Suicide rates among people with autism on rise

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): According to a recent study, suicide rates among autism patients have reached 'worryingly' high levels.

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MindHour makes its way to Tamil Nadu with digitized learning and announces Rs. 1 cr scholarships to school students

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:26 IST

Chennai, (Tamil Nadu), [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): MindHour, one of the fastest growing Edu-tech startup based out of Kolkata takes a step ahead and excited to launch its exclusive products in Tamil Nadu to touch the lives of school going children of class 6-10, ICSE and CBSE boards.

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Indian national Uzma, forced to marry Pakistani man, returns to India

Updated: May 25, 2017 11:00 IST

Wagah Border [India], May 25 (ANI): Indian national Uzma, who had accused her Pakistani husband of marrying her at gunpoint, has finally returned to India, a day after the Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted her the permission to.

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De Villiers and co. penalised for slow over-rate

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:50 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 25 (ANI): South Africa have been fined by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for maintaining a slow over-rate during their 72-run defeat against England in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Headingley in Leeds last evening.

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UN dismisses Pak's claim of Indians troops targeting UN military observers

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:50 IST

United Nations, May 25 (ANI): The United Nations (UN) has dismissed Pakistan's claim that the Indian Army targeted UN military observers in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).

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Post Delhi HC ruling, Centre assures justice to students

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:43 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), May 25 (ANI): Following the Delhi High Court instructions that the evaluation for the class 10 and 12 board exams this year should be done as per the grace marks policy that was relevant when the students submitted the examination forms, the Centre on Thursday assured fair and undiluted dispensation of justice to all students who appeared for 2017 exams.

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Joseph Kosinski to helm 'Top gun' sequel?

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:43 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 25 (ANI): Yesterday, actor Tom Cruise confirmed that the sequel of 1986 classic 'Top Gun' is "definitely happening" and now it seems like Skydance is already in pursuit of a director.

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Taxmann recognised as GST Suvidha Provider by Govt. of India

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Leading publisher of tax and corporate laws in India Taxmann.com has announced its recognition as the Goods and Services Tax Suvidha Provider (GSP) by the Government of India.

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Kaala Karikaalan: Rajinikanth is back as 'thalaivar164'

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Following the success of their movie 'Kabali,' superstar Rajinikanth and director Pa Ranjith are coming back together for a film titled 'Kaala Karikaalan'.

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UP horror: Six men loot family at Jewar-Bulandshahr highway, rape women

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:36 IST

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 25 (ANI): As many as six criminals looted a family at the Jewar-Bulandshahr highway in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida region on Wednesday night.

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Unhappy, less aware youth prone to alcohol addiction

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): Making youth aware of the harms of smoking and drinking could help them steer away from alcohol and cigarettes, suggests a recent study.

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Protests in PoK against illegal detention of political leaders

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:31 IST

Rawalakot [Pakistan occupied Kashmir], May 25 (ANI): The locals in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) carried out protests against Islamabad's oppressive policies and grave human rights violations in the region.

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Bangladesh rise to sixth in ODI rankings post historic win

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:30 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 25 (ANI): Bangladesh made history in Dublin on Wednesday when they moved to sixth place in the ICC ODI Team Rankings for the first time following their five-wicket victory over fourth-ranked New Zealand.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas announces Shuva Mandal, partner, National Practice head to join TATA Group

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas announced today that Shuva Mandal, National Practice Head of Corporate, M&A and Private Equity at SAM & Co., will be joining the USD 100b TATA Group as its Group General Counsel. He will be part of N. Chandrasekaran's special team that will assist in transforming the TATA Group.

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Excelity Global launches ezpayroll TM for SMEs priced from Rs. 9.99

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI-NewsVoir): Excelity Global, India and Asia Pacific's largest payroll service provider has announced the launch of ezpayroll, a SaaS based payroll solution specifically targeted at SMEs and start-ups in India. Priced from Rs. 9.99, ezpayroll addresses the entire gamut of modern and complex payroll needs of SMEs to ease the administrative burdens associated with payroll processing, government-related compliance and scaling up with growing needs while at the same time providing employees with Tax saving options.

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Tom Hardy kicks off fundraising campaign for Manchester attack victims

Updated: May 25, 2017 10:29 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 25 (ANI): Tom Hardy has become a real-life superhero by lending a hand to those affected in Manchester Arena bombing.

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Amit Shah to address booth committee member's convention at Vijayawada today

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:57 IST

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 25 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah will address booth committee member's convention at Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh today.

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Mumbai: Man beaten to death over suspicion of mobile theft

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:54 IST

Mumbai [India], May 25 (ANI): Yet another case of brutality was reported from Mumbai's Saki Naka area, where a 24-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death over suspicion of mobile theft.

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PeeCee is on a 'Baywatch' promotional spree

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): As the release date comes near, Priyanka Chopra is busy juggling between different chat shows to promote her Hollywood debut 'Baywatch'.

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Water tanker scam: ACB probes if Sheila Dikshit Govt. violated rules

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday asked the Accountant General Central Revenue to explain in detail if former Delhi chief minister Sheila Dikshit-led government violated general finance rules in awarding 358 stainless steel water tankers or not.

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PM's resignation won't impact second phase election, assures Nepali Congress

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:41 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 25 (ANI): Nepali Congress (NC) President Sher Bahadur Deuba has assured the people that the change in government will not affect the second phase polls as outgoing Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal handed in his resignation on Wednesday.

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U.S. warship sails close to disputed island controlled by China

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:12 IST

New York [USA], May 25 (ANI): A U.S. Navy warship sailed close to a disputed South China Sea island controlled by China, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.

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Would never make it in Bollywood as I can't dance: Brad Pitt

Updated: May 25, 2017 09:12 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 25 (ANI): Brad Pitt has managed to do, what many celebrities cannot - arrive quietly to promote a movie.

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B-town attends screening of 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'

Updated: May 25, 2017 08:59 IST

Mumbai [India], May 25 (ANI): Scores of stars from Bollywood and cricket fraternity recently attended the premiere of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's biopic 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'.

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Clinton blasts Trump's budget proposal as 'disdain for Americans'

Updated: May 25, 2017 08:59 IST

New York [U.S.], May 25 (ANI): Donald Trump's rival in the last presidential election, Hillary Clinton slammed the budget proposal forwarded by the Trump administration on Wednesday, saying it would cause "an unimaginable level of cruelty."

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Delhi Crime Branch busts racket related to April 30 SSC MTS paper leak

Updated: May 25, 2017 08:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, the Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted a racket in connection with the April 30 Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) 2017 recruitment examinations paper leak case.

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The war is about to begin in first 'GOT' season seven trailer

Updated: May 25, 2017 08:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): 'Game of Thrones' fans, Rejoice! The first trailer of Season seven is here and it seems like the 'great war' is upon us.

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Being 'cruel to be kind' really works!

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): Can making people feel bad really help them? Yes, according to a recent study.

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I see what you don't see

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): Turns out, we only see what we've learned to see.

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May 25, 2013: Fourth anniversary of dastardly Darbha attack on Congress workers

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:27 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 25 (ANI): What happened today, on this very day, four years back, sent chill down the spine of the entire country.

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Don't blame airline mergers for travel snafus

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): From lost bags to flight delays and reservation headaches, when it comes to travel snafus, the blame is usually put on the airline mergers, but according to a recent study, you may want to rethink that.

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Children under 1 should not be given fruit juice: Pediatricians

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): According to a recent study, parents should avoid giving fruit juice to kids in the first year of their life.

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Why you should swap punishing workouts for happy feet

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): Sticking with a fitness routine is not always easy and now, a team of researchers has shed some light on why we wimp out on workouts and how we can make more lasting changes.

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BJP urges Mayawati not to `add oil in Saharanpur fire`

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:26 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 25 (ANI): Aiming at revival of peace in the violence-stricken Saharanpur, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday urged Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati not to add oil in the prevailing tense situation.

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Theresa May to confront Trump over Manchester Arena attack 'evidence' photos leak

Updated: May 25, 2017 07:26 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May will confront United States President Donald Trump over leak of information about the Manchester Arena attack from the investigation when she meets him at a NATO summit in Brussels on Thursday.

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Taiwan's top court paves way to legalise same-sex marriage

Updated: May 25, 2017 06:57 IST

Taipei [Taiwan], May 25 (ANI): In an historic decision, the constitutional court in Taiwan, which is country's top most court, has ruled that current law defining marriage as exclusively between a man and a woman was 'unconstitutional', thus paving way for the first same-sex marriage law in Asia.

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Donald Trump arrives in Brussels to attend NATO summit

Updated: May 25, 2017 06:53 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 25 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump arrived in Brussels on the fourth leg of his first foreign trip since taking office after visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Vatican City.

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Adam Milne to join Kent after Champions Trophy

Updated: May 25, 2017 06:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne has signed for Kent and will join their squad after representing his national side at the Champions Trophy in England and Wales, scheduled for June 1-18.

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Former Trump campaign chairman provides Russia-related documents to intel panels

Updated: May 25, 2017 06:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, has submitted documents consisting of 205 pages to the House and Senate intelligence committees this week in relation to the ongoing investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

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Seventh person arrested in Manchester Arena attack

Updated: May 25, 2017 05:04 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): A man in Nuneaton, Warwickshire has been arrested by the British Police in connection with the Manchester Arena terror attack in which 22 people were killed and several others injured.

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Agassi `positive for Djokovic and good for tennis', believes Murray

Updated: May 25, 2017 04:49 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 25 (ANI): World No. 1 Andy Murray has been surprised by Novak Djokovic's decision to appoint Andre Agassi as coach for the upcoming French Open, but believes it's "a positive thing for Novak and its good for tennis".

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UK Govt. 'furious' over Manchester Arena attack 'evidence' photos leak

Updated: May 25, 2017 04:49 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): The UK Government has expressed its anger after a U.S. newspaper published photos apparently showing the scene of the Manchester Arena attack that left 22 dead and several others injured.

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Irfan Pathan backs India to defend Champions Trophy title

Updated: May 25, 2017 04:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 25 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has backed the Virat Kohli-led side to successfully defend the Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Saharanpur smoldering in fire of casteism lit by BJP: Cong

Updated: May 25, 2017 04:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Following the worrisome Saharanpur clashes, the Congress Party on Thursday said the city was smoldering in the fire of casteism lit by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Pogba, Mkhitaryan lead Man Utd to emotional Europa League triumph

Updated: May 25, 2017 03:50 IST

Stockholm [Sweden], May 25 (ANI): Manchester United on Wednesday evening defeated Ajax 2-0 in Stockholm courtesy goals from Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan to win the Europa League, thus confirming their qualification for the Champions League next season.

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Police arrests sixth person in Manchester Arena attack

Updated: May 25, 2017 03:37 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): A woman has been arrested by the British Police in connection with the Manchester Arena terror attack that left 22 people dead and several others injured.

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Morgan, Woakes star in England's win over Proteas in 1st ODI

Updated: May 25, 2017 02:40 IST

Leeds [UK], May 25 (ANI): Stellar performances from Eoin Morgan and Chris Woakes helped England attain a comfortable 72-run win over South Africa in the first ODI of the three-match series here at Headingley, Leeds on Wednesday.

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Centre slams Omar Abdullah, says he is exposing his true self

Updated: May 25, 2017 02:37 IST

Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): Slamming former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah for calling the Indian Army's inquiry into 'human shield' case a farce, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that the ones protesting over the issue are actually exposing their true selves.

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Champions Trophy: Ashwin plans to do `something new` to pose challenge for opposition

Updated: May 25, 2017 02:37 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 25 (ANI): Ace Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is hoping to come up with some new tricks to pose challenge for the opposing batsmen in the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Telangana CM seeks apology from Amit Shah for remarks on Central funds

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:48 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 25 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao has sought an apology from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah for his remarks on the funds given to the state by the Central Government.

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India capable of competing against any team, says Constantine

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): India football coach Stephen Constantine has insisted that the current team is capable of competing against any team in the world.

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Political parties in UK to resume campaigning after Manchester Arena attack

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:42 IST

London [UK], May 25 (ANI): Campaigning for the general election in United Kingdom will resume on Friday after it was suspended following the terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena that claimed 22 lives.

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Anti-Tribal Bills agitation: After 632 days, bodies of 8 tribals laid to rest

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:35 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 25 (ANI): The last rites of the remaining eight persons, who lost their lives during the agitations against the 'Anti-Tribal Bills' in Churachandpur, were performed yesterday.

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Coal block scam: Delhi court to hear bail pleas of five accused

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Patiala House Court will on Thursday hear the bail pleas of five new accused in connection with the alleged irregularities pertaining to the Urban North Coal Block in Madhya Pradesh.

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Bangladesh register first away win against Black Caps

Updated: May 25, 2017 01:16 IST

Dublin [Ireland], May 25 (ANI): Bangladesh defeated New Zealand by five wickets in the tri-series finale, including Ireland, on Wednesday at the Clontarf Cricket Club Ground, Dublin, thus registering their first away win against the Black Caps.

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Former Proteas batsman Jacques Rudolph announces retirement

Updated: May 25, 2017 00:41 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 25 (ANI): Former South Africa batsman Jacques Rudolph will retire from all forms of cricket by the end of the 2017 season.

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Delhi HC to continue hearing dengue, chikungunya menace matter

Updated: May 25, 2017 00:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Thursday continue hearing a suo motu cognizance by the court

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Smith exudes confidence ahead of Champions Trophy

Updated: May 25, 2017 00:22 IST

London [UK] May 25 (ANI): Australian skipper Steve Smith has re-emphasised the importance of the Champions Trophy as he looks to maintain the impressive one-day form the country has shown over the past 20 years.

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People to soon get world class facilities at Jammu Airport

Updated: May 25, 2017 00:07 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 25 (ANI): With an aim to cater to the growing influx of people, the authorities of the Jammu Airport are upgrading with modern equipments and expanding the capacity of the airport.

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PM Modi express' solidarity with British PM over Manchester attack

Updated: May 24, 2017 23:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called on British Prime Minister Theresa May to express solidarity over the recent Manchester terror attack.

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Manchester attack: Father, brother of Abedi arrested

Updated: May 24, 2017 23:22 IST

Tripoli/London [World] May 24 (ANI): The brother and father of Manchester attack bomber have been arrested in Libya. British Police have also arrested one more person in connection with the attack.

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Don't pay heed to inflammatory speeches urges UP CM

Updated: May 24, 2017 23:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday appealed to the people of the state to not to pay heed to any inflammatory speeches spread by 'certain elements'.

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President condoles the loss of lives in Uttarakhand bus accident

Updated: May 24, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee has written to Dr. Krishan Kant Paul, the Governor of Uttarakhand, conveying his condolences on the loss of lives due to a bus accident in Uttarakhand on Wednesday.

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New defence procurement policy in offing: Jaitley

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday said the government would soon roll out new strategic partnership policy and rope in private players to jointly manufacture defence equipments under the 'Make in India' initiative.

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Twin blasts in Indonesia , three killed

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:58 IST

Jakarta [Indonesia], May 24(ANI): At least three people were killed and several injured after two powerful blasts took place at a bus terminal in East Jakarta on Wednesday night.

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Rudy wonders why Lalu involved children in lust of money

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:36 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): Union Minister for Skill Development Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Wednesday sought to know why Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav involved his children in his lust for money.

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People who follow rules, decorum face consequences: Shiv Sena

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:36 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 24 (ANI): Rebutting Karnataka minister R. Roshan Baig's objecting to the chanting of "Jai Maharashtra", Shiv Sena leader Neelam Ghore on Wednesday asserted that those who follow rules and decorum in life are the ones who face consequences.

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Politcos, soldiers, businessmen discuss internal security

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:36 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): Politicians, soldiers and businessmen on Wednesday joined heads to discuss the internal security in the country.

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Militants shot PDP worker at Srinagar's Barzulla district

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 24 (ANI): A Jammu and Kashmir People's Democratic Party (JKPDP or PDP) worker was allegedly shot by militants in Srinagar's Barzulla district on Wednesday night.

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Cabinet approves funds for national waterways development, maintenance

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the amendment of Central Road Fund Act, 2000 to allocate 2.5 per cent of the proceeds of Central Road Fund (CRF) for development and maintenance of National Waterways (NWs) and a reduction in the share provided for development of National Highways.

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Cabinet apprised of MoU between India, Bangladesh on cooperation in peaceful uses of outer space

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:20 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday was apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Bangladesh on cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space.

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Cabinet approves proposed Indo-Spain MoU on organ transplant services

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:19 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Transplant Organization, Ministry of Health, Social Services and Equality of Spain and the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India on cooperation in the field of Organ Transplant Services.

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Cabinet approves JDI between Germany, India on cooperation of alternative medicine

Updated: May 24, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday has approved the Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) between Germany and India regarding cooperation in the sector of alternative medicine.

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PeeCee does 'Baywatch' run, sings Swift song's 'goat meme' version

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is the latest star to take the spotlight in Vogue's viral '73 Questions' series.

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Trump terms Kim Jong -Un as 'Madman with nuclear weapons'

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:53 IST

Moscow[Russia], May24 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump held a private telephonic conversation with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte during which he labeled North Korean leader Kim Jong-un a "madman with nuclear weapons."

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Spanish court orders Lionel Messi, dad to jail for 21-months for tax fraud

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:53 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 24 (ANI): The Supreme Court of Spain sentenced Argentine and Barcelona FC football star Lionel Messi to serve a 21-month jail sentence and pay a fine of 2.09 million Euro (USD 2.25 million) for tax fraud on Wednesday.

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Young entrepreneur introduces 'modern kitchen' in Kashmir

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:52 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): Muzamil Ahmad is a Kashmiri entrepreneur who has introduced the modular kitchen concept in the Kashmir Valley.

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15 wrestlers found dope positive have been suspended: NADA DG

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) Director General Navin Agarwal on Wednesday said nine powerlifters and six bodybuilders who were found dope positive during a routine check-up have been temporarily suspended.

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Center approves Noida - Greater Noida Metro Rail Project

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The NDA Government in the Centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the Noida - Greater Noida Metro Rail Project.

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Cabinet approves setting up of new AIIMS in Assam

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:33 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave its approval for the establishment of new AIIMS at Kamrup (North Guwahati Revenue circle).

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Trump discussed terrorism, climate change with Pope

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:22 IST

New York [U.S.], May 24 (ANI) : Pope Francis appears to have left his mark on U.S. President Donald Trump as they had their first face-to-face meeting at the Vatican on Wednesday.

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No breakthrough on missing Sukhoi-30 IAF aircraft

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:19 IST

Tejpur (Assam) [India] May 24 (ANI): There has been no development in locating the Indian Air Force (IAF) Sukhoi-30 aircraft and its pilots which went missing earlier in the day during a routine sortie.

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Cabinet approves providing preference to 'Make in India' in government procurements

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Union Government on Wednesday approved policy for providing preference to 'Make in India' in Government procurements.

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Saharanpur DM sacked after fresh clashes

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:07 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 24 (ANI): In the wake of clashes between two communities in Saharanpur, the District Magistrate Nagendra Parsad Singh was on Wednesday sacked over his inability to control the fresh bout of violence in the area.

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Madras HC stays announcement of NEET exam results

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:04 IST

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 24 (ANI): In a major relief for lakhs of Tamil Nadu medial students, the Madras High Court's Madurai branch on Wednesday ordered an interim stay on the announcement of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) exam results.

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PM Modi to undertake four nation tour from May 29

Updated: May 24, 2017 21:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be undertaking a four-nation visit to Germany, Spain, Russia and France from May 29 to June 3 to consolidate bilateral relations and invite investments in India.

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Brad meets SRK during his 'Pitt'-stop in Mumbai

Updated: May 24, 2017 20:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Brad Pitt, who is in Mumbai for the promotion of his upcoming film 'War Machine,' spent some time with Shah Rukh Khan.

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Aviva Life Insurance Bags 'Product of the Year 2017'

Updated: May 24, 2017 20:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI-Businesswire India): Aviva Heart Care has been voted as Product of the Year 2017, for product innovation in the insurance category.

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BSP is trying to politicize Saharanpur clash: BJP

Updated: May 24, 2017 20:32 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 24 (ANI): Condemning the attacks on Dalits in Saharanpur which resulted in one of them being killed and around 12 others injured, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sanjiv Balyan on Wednesday criticised the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and asserted that they trying to politicise the matter.

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Trump should be scared of Comey's testifying in public: Wittes

Updated: May 24, 2017 20:32 IST

New York [U.S.], May 24 (ANI) : James Comey's friend on Tuesday said if he were in place of President Donald Trump he would be scared of the former FBI Director's testimony in public , which he has agreed to give after Memorial Day .

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Three years of Modi: Financial schemes take a big leap

Updated: May 24, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): As the Narendra Modi led National Democratic Alliance (NDA)government is about to complete three-years in office, various financial schemes of the government have taken a big leap.

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India will achieve SDG-3 targets in health sector: Nadda

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:45 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 24 (ANI) :Congratulating Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, a former Ethiopian health minister for becoming the Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Union Minister J.P. Nadda said India looks forward to working with him to build a strong, resilient health system, especially in developing countries, and to mitigate any vulnerability to health crisis.

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Philippines may impose nationwide martial law to tackle IS

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:44 IST

Manila [The Philippines], May 24 (ANI): The Philippines may be put under martial law to tackle the threat of Islamic State, said President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday.

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BJP has substantial evidence on 'benami' assets case, says Sushil Modi

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:32 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] May 24 (ANI): After Misa Bharti, the daughter of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav, and her husband, were summoned by the income tax department in connection with a 'benami' assets case, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Modi asserted that Bharti had Rs. 20 lakhs of black money and there is substantial evidence to support and expose it.

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J&K Minister says Major Gogoi's intentions correct

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:21 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Minister Priya Sethi on Wednesday asserted that Army Major Gogoi's intentions were correct and only aimed at saving the local people.

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Palaniswamy meets PM, mum on tie up with BJP for local polls

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edapadi K Palaniswami met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday to seek Centre's intervention on the setting up of the Cauvery River Management Authority and seeking relief for farmers.

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Need to bring stringent law against doping: Vijay Goel

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel on Wednesday asserted that it is important to introduce a stringent law to prevent doping in sports.

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Samosa seller's son from Telangana secures top rank in JEE Mains

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:10 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 24 (ANI): Young Vabilisetti Mohan Abhyas of Hyderabad has put forth an exemplary example to others that nothing is impossible if you have the zeal to work hard.

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Union Cabinet scraps FIPB

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24(ANI): The Union Cabinet on Monday abolished the 25 year old Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) that oversees Foreign Direct Investment proposals requiring the government's approval.

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DNA may have only modest impact on sexual assault arrests

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): Most arrests in sexual assault cases occur before crime laboratory results are available, a new study found, suggesting that DNA testing may influence arrests in just a small number of cases.

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KAS officer files complaint against four IAS officers alleging harassment

Updated: May 24, 2017 19:06 IST

Bengaluru(Karnataka) [India], May 24(ANI): Karnataka Administrative Service officer K. Mathai has filed a complaint against four IAS officers for allegedly harassing him.

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Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan is like any other game: Kohli

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:44 IST

Mumbai [India], May 24 (ANI): With just few days left for the commencement of his side's Champions Trophy campaign against Pakistan ,Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday said that the match against the arch-rivals will be seen as just another game of cricket that everyone looks forward to.

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Studying bottom of pyramid banking habits

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI-Businesswire India): T he Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA), along with Grameen Foundation India, recently concluded a study entitled "Scaling Digital Financial Services: Research and Innovation". Aimed at gauging savings and banking habits of the Bottom of the Pyramid (BoP) populace - both rural and urban - the study threw up some interesting revelations.

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ICC announces three-year partnership with Hublot

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:34 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a long-term deal with luxury brand Hublot which will include all ICC events till 2020.

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Pak ISPR claim of destroying Indian Army posts fake: Sources

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Indian Army sources on Wednesday said the Pakistan armed forces claim that they had destroyed Indian Army posts in Jamuu and Kashmir in retaliatory firing is fake.

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Pranab Mukherjee to receive 'Mann Ki Baat' book on May 26

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): President, Pranab Mukherjee will receive the first copy of the book 'Mann Ki Baat' - A social revolution on Radio, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, here on May 26.

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Ex-ISI official admits Kulbhushan Jadhav captured from Iran

Updated: May 24, 2017 18:03 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI) : Amjad Shoaib, an ex-ISI official and a retired Lieutenant General of the Pakistan Army, has acknowledged India's claim that Kulbhushan Jadhav was captured from Iran.

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IT department has cracked down on over 400 benami transactions till May 23

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Income Tax Directorates of Investigation have identified more than 400 benami transactions up to 23 May, 2017.

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CPI (M) condemns attacks on Dalits in Saharanpur

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The political bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) on Wednesday condemned the attacks on Dalits in Saharanpur which has resulted in one of them being killed.

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Here's when the adventurous escapades of 'Jagga Jasoos' will unfold

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After a lot of speculations, 'Jagga Jassos' is finally going to hit the theatres on July 14.

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Bank robbery by militants foiled in Kashmir

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:37 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): A bank robbery by two suspected militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district was successfully foiled on Wednesday.

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Benami case: IT officials summon Lalu's daughter Misa Bharti

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Misa Bharti, the daughter of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav, and her husband, were summoned on Wednesday by the income tax department in connection with a 'benami' assets case.

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Strict bedtime can help your kid get sufficient sleep

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): Parents, you may want to set a strict bedtime for your kids as it has emerged as by far the best way to make sure they get the sleep they need on weekdays.

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How effective is your sunscreen?

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): Sunscreen is of utmost importance to protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. With a whole myriad of advertisements flashing on the screens on a daily basis, consumers struggle to choose which products are the safest.

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NIA files first charge sheet in serial blasts by 'Base Movement'

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:26 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 24 (ANI): The Hyderabad Branch of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet before the NIA Special Court in Bangalore against three accused on Wednesday.

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Uzma's brother: Sushma Swaraj did what seemed impossible

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India] May 24 (ANI): The Indian government has done more than expected for Uzma, said Wasim Ahmad, brother of Uzma, who got permission from the Islamabad High Court to return to India.

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Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal resigns

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:08 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 24 (ANI) : Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal reportedly submitted his resignation to President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on Wednesday, thus paving the way for Nepali Congress Chief Sher Bahadur Deuba to become the next premier as per an understanding the two leaders had reached in August 2016.

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Two Chinese nationals kidnapped at gunpoint from Quetta

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:02 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI) :Two Chinese nationals were reportedly kidnapped on Wednesday from the Jinnah town area of Quetta,the provincial capital of Balochistan.

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Two dead, eight injured after mini bus overturns in Himachal Pradesh

Updated: May 24, 2017 17:02 IST

Solan (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): Two passengers were killed and eight others were injured after a mini bus overturned in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district.

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BI Worldwide India wins big at the 31st MAA worldwide globes

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI-Businesswire India): BI WORLDWIDE India, a global leader in delivering technology-enabled engagement and loyalty solutions, has won the Bronze award in the 'Best Business to Business or Trade Marketing Campaign' at the 2016 MAA Worldwide Globes.

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Kyrgios exits Lyon Open in first round

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:47 IST

Lyon [France], May 24 (ANI): Controversial Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios suffered a major setback in his preparations for the French Open when he was knocked out of the Lyon Open by Nicolas Kicker of Argentina in the first round.

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Suhaib Pottanikkal, 17 others in contact with Indian Mujahideen: Ahmedabad Police

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:43 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India] May 24 (ANI): Following the arrest of Suhaib Pottanikkal, an accused in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case, Joint Commissioner of Police (JCP) Crime Branch in Ahmedabad, K.J Bhatt, on Wednesday said all of the 18 absconding accused were in contact with the Indian Mujahideen (IM) and spreading its network.

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SC to hear cellular operator's plea on May 29

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Supreme Court will hear a plea filed by the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) challenging Rajasthan High Court order to remove mobile towers on May 29.

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Manchester attack: Police ,MI5 to jointly probe attacker Abedi's antecedents

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:39 IST

London [U.K.], May 24 (ANI) : Britain's internal intelligence outfit MI5 and the police are now engaged in trying to establish whether Manchester terror attack suicide bomber Salman Abedi worked alone or was part of wider network that helped him to acquire the bomb.

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Soon, spinach that will make more than Popeye stronger

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): "I'm strong to the finich, 'cause I eats me spinach!" said Popeye the Sailor Man, who knew that guzzling cans of this nutritious and delicious leafy green worked.

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Dantewada: Cop injured in encounter with Naxals

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:32 IST

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 24 (ANI): A major encounter is underway between Naxals and the police in Barsur area of Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh.

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Centre sets Sept.15 as last date for Padma Awards nominations

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday announced September 15 as the last date for receipt of nominations for Padma Awards- 2018.

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Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Major Gogoi's critics

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Backing Major Nitin Leetul Gogoi, who triggered controversy for using a Kashmiri man as 'human shield' Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that people who are castigating the army officer are adopting double standards.

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Rohit Sharma went through 'the hardest six months of his life`, reveals wife Ritika

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After Indian opener Rohit Sharma guided Mumbai Indians to yet another Indian Premier League (IPL) title, his wife Ritika Sajdeh has congratulated him and the entire team on bringing the cup back home.

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UP court grants bail to sixth Babri mosque demolition accused

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:07 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Wednesday granted bail to Satish Pradhan, one of the accused in the 1992 Babri Mosque demolition case.

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Your eyes can reveal if you have the post-disaster blues

Updated: May 24, 2017 16:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): Turns out, your eyes really are the windows to your soul as a recent study has found that depression risk following a natural disaster can be predicted via pupil dilation.

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Sonu Nigam quits Twitter to support Abhijeet Bhattacharya

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): To show support to fellow singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, Sonu Nigam has quit the micro-blogging website Twitter.

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Tamil Nadu CM invites PM Modi to unveil Jayalalithaa's portrait

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:43 IST

Chennai [India], May 24 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, inviting him to unveil a portrait of J Jayalalithaa in the state legislative assembly in July.

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Hockey national camp for Junior Men, Women begins in Bengaluru

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Hockey India on Wednesday named potential players in the making for the national camp for Junior Men and Women based on their performances in the recently-concluded National Championships.

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Telangana Govt. to shift secretariat to Parade Grounds

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:36 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 24 (ANI): The Government of Telangana plans to shift its secretariat to the Parade Grounds.

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NC women wing protest against Major Gogoi

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:27 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): The women wing of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) on Wednesday carried out protests against Indian Army's decision of commending Major Leetul Gogoi, who shot into headlines for tying up a civilian to a jeep in defence against stone pelters.

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Security actions breaching sovereignty unacceptable: Putin

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:27 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 24 (ANI) : At the eighth high-level international security conference in Russia, President Vladimir Putin emphasized that regional and global security issues should be addressed without actions breaching sovereign interests.

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When stars came down to mark Zaheer-Sagarika's engagement

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After Harbhajan Singh and Geeta Basra, and Yuvraj Singh and Hazel Keech, now Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge have given the cricketing and Bollywood frats another reason to celebrate a union.

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Centre inaugurates integration of eSanad with Parinam Manjusha

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad and Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar jointly inaugurated the integration of eSanad with Parinam Manjusha today.

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UP: Inspector suspended for thrashing SP worker

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:14 IST

Budaun (Uttar Pradesh), May 24 (ANI): A police inspector, posted in Sadar Kotwali police station, has been suspended after a video went viral where he could be seen thrashing a Samajwadi Party (SP) worker in Budaun district of Uttar Pradesh.

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Two dead, five injured in Delhi bus-rickshaw collision

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:10 IST

New Delhi (India], May 24 (ANI): Two people were killed and few suffered injuries after a low-floor DTC bus lost control and rammed into a group of public transport vehicles here outside the Azadpur Metro station on Wednesday.

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President Mukherjee writes to Queen Elizabeth, reaffirms India's support in fighting terrorism

Updated: May 24, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday wrote to Queen of the United Kingdom, Elizabeth II to convey India's condemnation of the heinous terror attack in Manchester and reiterated India's support to UK in its fight against terrorism.

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Jaipur: ATS busts fake Army recruitment racket, 4 held

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:54 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad on Wednesday arrested four people for their alleged involvement with a fake Army recruitment racket.

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Opposition meets President Mukherjee over Land Acquisition Amendment

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24(ANI): A delegation of opposition leaders led by senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Wednesday met President Pranab Mukherjee here, urging him to reject the Land Acquisition Amendment passed by the Andhra Pradesh Assembly as it compromises the interest of the farmers.

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Domicile row: Delhi HC issues notice to Centre, State Govt., DU

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a notice to the Centre, the Delhi Government and the Delhi University (DU) over the plea seeking preference in admission in the DU for the students domicile in Delhi.

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Japan's NTT Communications strengthens underwater cable laying abilities

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:41 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 24 (ANI): The internet connects people and things around the world. Optical cables placed along the ocean floor provide more than 99 percent of international communications.

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'Our response will be remembered by enemy's future generation,' says Pak Air Force chief

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:40 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Pakistan Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman on Wednesday said Pakistan's befitting response to India's alleged aggression in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) will be remembered by its future generations.

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Sharif family miffed over JIT investigation procedures

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:35 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Members of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's family have raised questions on the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) formed to securitize the allegations against the family in regard to the Panama paper leaks.

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Sharif snub at Trump's Riyadh event a 'national humiliation': Pak Media

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:33 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 24: After Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was denied a speech at the American-Islamic summit on counter-terrorism, the Pakistan media frowned over the development, branding it as 'national humiliation'.

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Four PSL3 matches to be held in Karachi, Lahore: Najam Sethi

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:20 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Pakistan Super League (PSL) chairman Najam Sethi has vowed that he will try to bring at least eight matches in Pakistan in the upcoming edition, unlike the second season of the tournament, in which only the final was staged in Lahore.

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Find Out! What happens when your body doesn't get enough sleep

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:12 IST

London [UK], May 24 (ANI): Sleep is the easiest thing to forego by hardworking individuals. What we don't realize is, when sleep fails, one's health declines along with the quality of life.

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Bihar Liquor Ban: SC to hear plea on May 29

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday decided to hear the plea regarding the extension of deadline for moving liquor stocks out of Bihar, on May 29th.

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'Judwaa 2' team wraps up first shoot schedule in London

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After commencing its shoot on a high note in February, 'Judwaa 2' has finally wrapped up their first schedule of shooting in London.

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Kejriwal tightens noose around officials over 'non-redressal of public grievances'

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:04 IST

New Delhi [India],May 24(ANI): After receiving complaints from public that their grievances are not being addressed, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued a strong directive ordering the officials of the Delhi Government to not leave their seats between 10.00 a. m. to 11.00a.m.

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'Angry Birds' movie sequel gets 2019 release date

Updated: May 24, 2017 14:04 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 24 (ANI): The birds are angry and they ready to come again to the big screens.

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Military funeral with full honors held for Naugam bravehearts

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:52 IST

Solan (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): A funeral with full military honours was organized for the three bravehearts hailing from Nepal at Gorkha Regiment Base camp in Sapathu in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh.

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Pope Francis welcomes Trump at the Vatican

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:51 IST

Vatican City, May 24 (ANI): Head of the Roman Catholic Church Pope Francis today welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump to the Vatican for their first face-to-face meeting.

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IAF rejects Pakistan's claim of flying jets near Siachen

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday categorically ruled out any air space violation by Islamabad on the Indian side, as being reported by Pakistan media.

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Archery WC: CBDT felicitates I-T inspector Abhishek Verma for bagging gold

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has felicitated Abhishek Verma, Income Tax Inspector at the national capital, after the team comprising the latter clinched a gold medal in the men's compound team event at the season's first Archery World Cup in Shanghai.

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Top Paramilitary officer alleges security officers 'staged fake encounter' in Assam

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:22 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 24 (ANI): A veteran paramilitary officer serving with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the North East, Rajnish Rai today alleged that an encounter in Chirang district in Assam in which the security forces killed two alleged terrorists, was staged.

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Saharanpur clashes: Violence broke out following 'rumours'

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:18 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): A day after one person was killed and around 12 others injured after fresh clashes erupted in Saharanpur, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Subhash Chandra Dubey on Wednesday said the violence broke out following rumors.

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J-K: Terrorist's body recovered from Shamshabari range

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:11 IST

Shamshabari range (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): An Indian Army patrol along Shamshabari Range in Jammu and Kashmir, recovered an unidentified terrorist's body in decomposed condition yesterday afternoon.

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Saharanpur violence: BSP accuses BJP of suppressing Dalits' voices

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) today accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of trying to suppress the voices of the Dalit community, who are demanding equality and justice.

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Uttarkashi tragedy: MP CM assures complete assistance to grieving families

Updated: May 24, 2017 13:02 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): In the wake of the deadly Uttarkashi accident, Madhya Pradesh Chief Mister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that a special coach will be attached to a train for those families, who want to bring the deceased home for cremation.

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Jim Carrey feels his 'beard is a bigger star' than him

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Jim Carrey is back and is a different person now.

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Trump Admin backtracks to make space for Office of National Drug Control Policy

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:55 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 24 (ANI): The White House has reportedly backtracked on its initial plans to almost eliminate the Office of National Drug Control Policy.

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IT Dept raids over 15 locations across UP, Delhi

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24(ANI): The Income Tax department on Wednesday conducted raids at the residences of top bureaucrats at over 15 locations on the suspicion of concealment of income.

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Vitamin D plus good sleep could help chronic back, arthritis pain

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): According to a recent study, adequate levels of Vitamin D combined with good sleep can help you manage chronic arthritis and back pain.

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Raina fulfils daughter Gracia's wish, takes `Break the Beard` challenge

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Left-handed Indian batsman Suresh Raina has become the latest cricketer to have taken the `Break The Beard` challenge which was kick-started by his fellow-mate and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja.

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'Charlie's Angels' reboot gets summer 2019 release date

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:41 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 24 (ANI): The angels are coming back!

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Pakistan Mirage jets fly over Siachen Glacier

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:36 IST

Skardu [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jets conducted flights near the Siachen Glacier on Wednesday.

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'Powerless' Omar's displeasure against Major Gogoi shows his frustration: NPP

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister voiced his displeasure on the Major Leetul Gogoi's 'human-shield' issue, National Panthers Party (NPP) leader Bhim Singh on Wednesday said the statement is a clear indication of a 'frustrated young man' who lost power and opportunity to loot the people of the Valley.

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ED arrests B. Madan of Vendhar Movies over medical college admission fraud

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:34 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested B. Madan of Vendhar Movies on Wednesday under the provision of Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) for cheating the public to the tune of Rs 91 crores in the guise of medical seats admissions in SRM Group of Institutions.

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Recreational users also experience dopamine release in response to drug cues

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): You might consider yourself to be a recreational user but could be further along the road to drug addiction than you might have realized, a study suggests.

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Ahmedabad serial blasts accused nabbed from Kerala

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:23 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], May 24 (ANI): Suhaib Pottanikkal, accused in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case was arrested by the Crime Branch from Kerala on Wednesday.

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Trump Admin to give 'loan' to Pak instead of military grant

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): The recently proposed Trump administration's budget would convert some of the United States' foreign military aide to some countries, including Pakistan, to loans, to slash spending on diplomacy, aid and programmes abroad by more than 29 per cent.

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Here's how breast cancer can be detected without breast biopsy

Updated: May 24, 2017 12:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): A recent study shows a multi-protein biomarker blood test to detect breast cancer can potentially reduce use of biopsy up to 67percent.

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IT raids premises of top bureaucrats across Uttar Pradesh

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:54 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India], May 24 (ANI): The Income Tax department on Wednesday conducted raids at the premises of several top bureaucrats in Uttar Pradesh.

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CETPA releases list of updated training programmes for Summer 2017

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:54 IST

Uttarakhand/Noida, Uttar Pradesh, [India], May 24 (ANI- Business WireIndia): CETPA Infotech, one of the most preferred technical and industrial training companies in the country, offering multi-location training solutions, expert training that is tailored to the requirements of students, corporate and colleges, and virtual training technologies, has announced its updated list of training programmes for this summer.

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Zack Snyder thanks fans for support after daughter's death

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): After stepping down from the director's chair of upcoming 'Justice League' movie, director Zack Snyder has thanked his fans for supporting his family, following the suicide of his daughter.

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'Sperm radar' test: Uncover the secrets of male infertility

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): In today's world, when infertility is an issue that many deal with, a study finds a new technique to examine human sperm count, without killing them.

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Islamabad High Court allows Uzma to return to India

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:31 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has allowed Indian national Uzma, who has accused her Pakistani husband of marrying her at gunpoint, to return to India and has also ordered police to provide her security till the Wagah Border.

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Will investigate Umar's fitness test in Pakistan: PCB chief

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:31 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that they will investigate how middle-order batsman Umar Akmal managed to pass the fitness test in Pakistan, despite the latter failing the same test in England which resulted in his removal from the Champions Trophy squad.

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Sonu Nigam shows solidarity with Abhijeet Bhattacharya

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Sonu Nigam is leaving Twitter and this time it looks final!

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Saharanpur violence: Ram Gopal Yadav accuses BJP of 'divisive politics'

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav on Wednesday expressed grief over the fresh violence reported from Saharanpur, while accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of dividing Uttar Pradesh people based on caste identities.

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Maharashtra: Seven killed in car- truck collision in Aurangabad

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:10 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], May 24 (ANI): Seven people were killed after a deadly collision between a car and truck in Aurangabad late last night.

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Missing Sukhoi-30: Bad weather halts rescue mission

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:09 IST

Tezpur (Assam) [India], May 24 (ANI): The rescue mission for the missing Sukhoi-30 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF), has been currently halted due to bad weather condition.

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Size of whale has evolved in the recent past!

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Interestingly, blue whales, the largest vertebrate animal that ever lived, have recently evolved into giants.

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Lucknow: Livid Police aspirants protest against 'recruitment irregularity'

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:03 IST

Lucknow (UP) [India], May 24 (ANI): Angry police aspirants on Wednesday staged a massive demonstration outside Vidhan Sabha here, against the alleged irregularity in the recruitment of constables in the Uttar Pradesh police.

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Odisha: Three killed, 40 injured after bus turns turtle in Konark

Updated: May 24, 2017 11:03 IST

Puri (Odisha) [India], May 24 (ANI): At least three people were killed and 40 were injured after a bus overturned here in Konark on Wednesday.

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CPEC may fuel Indo-Pak tension: UN report

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:32 IST

Bangkok [Thailand] May 24 (ANI): A recent United Nations report has said that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) might create geopolitical tensions with India and ignite political instability as the India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir is a matter of concern.

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Money laundering: Complaint registered with I-T wing against former K'taka CM Kumaraswamy

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:27 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 24 (ANI): A complaint has been registered with the Income Tax (IT) investigations wing against former Karnataka chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy in a money laundering case on Wednesday.

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Trump administration proposes budget cuts for social programs

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:27 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): The Trump administration on Tuesday unveiled a budget looking to boost defense spending and seeking cuts in social programs for poor.

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PeeCee loves Ranveer's 'rebellious attitude'

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:17 IST

Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra's dream co-host is none other than the energy-pack of Bollywood Ranveer Singh, because of his "rebellious attitude."

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Manchester terror attack: Britain mourns loss of young lives, second victim is identified

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:14 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 24 (ANI): The Manchester terrorist attack that claimed 22 innocent lives has shaken people around the world, as the victims in the blast are now beginning to be identified.

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H'wood mourns demise of 'James Bond' star Roger Moore

Updated: May 24, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Sir Roger Moore, the iconic Hollywood star, died yesterday after a short "but brave battle with cancer," according to a statement by his family members.

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Viral 'hand-swat': Melania snubs Trump..again!

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): With the drama over Melania swatting off Donald Trump's hand in Riyadh still going viral on the social media, the first lady has done it yet again.

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Gujarat boils: Mercury hits 40, Surat swelters under heat wave

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:57 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 24 (ANI): With Gujarat witnessing another round of intense heat wave with temperature crossing 40 degree Celsius in most places, Surat residents are flocking to water parks seeking respite from the searing heat.

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UP: Peace Party chief arrested for raping nursing student

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:54 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 24 (ANI): Former MLA and president of the Peace Party Dr. Mohamed Ayub was arrested on charges of rape in Lucknow yesterday.

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Mumbai: Wife of Inspector, who probed Sheena Bora murder found dead

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 24 (ANI): Deepali Ganore, the wife of Mumbai Police Inspector Dyaneshwar Ganore, was found dead inside her house in Mumbai's Santacruz area last night.

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Childhood obesity results in early onset of arthritis

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Obesity, which is assuming epidemic proportions among children, is proving too much on their delicate bones and joints.

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Australia, Brazil worry as China lifts ban on 'American beef'

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:30 IST

Beijing [China], May 24 (ANI): Brazil and Australia now have something to worry about as Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a nod to U.S. beef import following the first meet with U.S. President Donald Trump, in April.

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Uttarkashi tragedy: PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakhs

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced ex-gratia of Rs two lakh for the kin of each of those killed in the tragic bus accident in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.

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Four climbers found dead on Mt Everest, season death toll reaches 9

Updated: May 24, 2017 09:01 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 24 (ANI): At least four climbers including a woman mountaineer were found dead inside their tent at a high altitude camp on Mt Everest, taking this year's death toll of the spring climbing season to at least nine.

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Chhattisgarh: Naxals trigger blast, one arrested

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:59 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 24 (ANI): No causalities or injuries were reported after Naxals triggered a blast in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Wednesday.

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Chalapathi Rao booked for his 'sexist' comment

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): A day after his lewd comments against women, telugu actor Chalapathi Rao has been booked for the same in Hyderabad.

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Sri Lankan Navy arrests six Tamil Nadu fishermen

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:55 IST

Neduntheevu [Sri Lanka], May 24 (ANI): At least six Tamil Nadu fishermen were apprehended along with a boat by the Sri Lankan navy near Neduntheevu island, last night.

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China-Myanmar conduct Naval drill to forge stronger military ties

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:54 IST

Beijing [China], May 24 (ANI): Concluding its four-day visit to Myanmar, the Chinese navy fleet conducted its first joint naval drill with Myanmar's navy on Sunday.

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Pak to propose 'red lines' for social media service providers

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:40 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): As Pakistan has declared a crackdown on online anti-army campaigners as well as those circulating blasphemous content, the federal government on Tuesday revealed its plan to draw 'red lines' for the social media service providers for operating in the country.

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Saharanpur violence: One Dalit killed, 24 arrests so far

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:40 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) S Dubey on Wednesday assured that 24 people have been arrested so far in connection with the clashes between two communities in Saharanpur yesterday.

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Babri Masjid demolition: Special CBI court to resume Ayodhya case today

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court will today resume hearing in the 1992 Babri Masjid demolition case.

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Tom Cruise confirms 'Top Gun 2' is coming

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Tom Cruise still 'feels the need' the 'need for speed'.

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Here's why it's time to rethink nutrition labelling

Updated: May 24, 2017 08:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): A recent study has revealed that the health effects of a particular food product cannot be determined on the basis on the individual protein, fat and fibre content, instead it should be evaluated with other item eaten at the same time.

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Intestinal fungi risk alcoholic liver disease sufferers' health

Updated: May 24, 2017 07:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that intestinal fungi, chronic liver damage, increase risk of death for the people with alcohol-related liver disease.

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Just one drink a day ups breast cancer risk, exercise lowers it

Updated: May 24, 2017 07:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): Drinking even one small alcoholic beverage a day can up your breast cancer risk, according to a recent study.

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Uttarkashi bus accident: Special train arranged to bring bodies to MP

Updated: May 24, 2017 07:27 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): In the wake of the Uttarkashi bus accident, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has instructed authorities to arrange a special train bogey to bring bodies to Madhya Pradesh on Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's request.

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Turns out, sexting isn't a gateway to sex

Updated: May 24, 2017 07:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 24 (ANI): It may be considered as the new 'first base,' but according to a recent study, there's not much to worry about sexting.

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Suicide bombing claims five lives in Somalia

Updated: May 24, 2017 07:05 IST

Bossaso [Somalia], May 24 (ANI): At least five people were killed after a suicide bomber targeted a military checkpoint in Somalia's coastal town of Bossaso, local media reports said.

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Turkey, U.S. discuss Syrian refugee crisis

Updated: May 24, 2017 06:44 IST

Ankara [Turkey], May 24 (ANI): Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim and U.S. Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley discussed the Syrian refugee crisis during their meeting on Tuesday.

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Sukma attack: CRPF suspends Assistant Commandant for 'leadership failure'

Updated: May 24, 2017 06:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has suspended Assistant Commandant Jayan Vishwanath, who led the team during the Sukma encounter, for alleged 'failure of leadership'.

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Philippines President declares martial law in Mindanao amid clashes

Updated: May 24, 2017 06:16 IST

Manila [Philippines], May 24 (ANI): Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has declared martial law in entire southern region of Mindanao following deadly clashes erupting between government troops and Islamist militants on Tuesday, local media reports said.

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Delhi HC to continue hearing in vector-borne diseases case

Updated: May 24, 2017 06:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Wednesday continue hearing a suo motu cognizance by the court seeking action by the government and civic authorities to stop spread of diseases such as Dengue and Chikungunya.

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Army has proved, now Centre needs to be more aggressive towards Pakistan: Shiv Sena

Updated: May 24, 2017 06:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 24 (ANI): Training guns at the Centre in the backdrop of the successful attack by the Indian Army in destroying Pakistan border posts along the Line of Control (LoC), the Shiv Sena on Wednesday said it is now the central government's turn to be more aggressive.

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Manchester Arena attack: UK raises terror threat level from severe to 'critical'

Updated: May 24, 2017 05:08 IST

London [UK], May 24 (ANI): The UK terror threat level has been raised to its highest level from severe to 'critical' after the Manchester Arena bombing that claimed 22 lives and injured several others, signifying that another attack may be imminent.

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Indian Army has exhibited its zero tolerance towards terrorism, infiltration: BJP

Updated: May 24, 2017 04:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Saluting the Indian Army's exhibition of exemplary courage by undertaking punitive fire assaults across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist action from Pakistan, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said the armed forces have clearly send the message of zero tolerance for terrorism and infiltration.

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Geneva Open: Paes-Lipsky battle past Robredo-Marrero to enter second round

Updated: May 24, 2017 04:25 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 24 (ANI): Ace Indian tennis player Leander Paes and his American partner Scott Lipsky entered the second round of the ATP Geneva Open after battling past Tommy Robredo and David Marrero on Tuesday.

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Sharapova gets wildcard entry in Rogers Cup

Updated: May 24, 2017 04:04 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 24 (ANI): Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova has been awarded with a wildcard entry in the upcoming 2017 Rogers Cup in Toronto, Tennis Canada announced Tuesday.

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Next step should be blowing up camps in PoK, opines Swamy

Updated: May 24, 2017 03:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): With the Indian Army undertaking punitive fire assaults across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist action from Pakistan, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday said the next step of the Indian armed forces should be bombing of the 42 camps present in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).

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Ethiopia's Tedros Ghebreyesus is new WHO chief

Updated: May 24, 2017 03:56 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 24 (ANI): A former Ethiopian health minister, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has been elected the new Director-General of World Health Organization (WHO).

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Major`s Gogoi`s `cool-headedness` saved lives of civilians, Army personnel: Defence Experts

Updated: May 24, 2017 03:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Hours after Major Leetul Gogoi broke his silence regarding his action of tying a stone-pelter to his jeep, the defence experts on Wednesday lauded the former, saying that the professionalism and cool-headedness he displayed was exemplary.

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Champions Trophy: Umar's replacement Haris vows to perform his best against India

Updated: May 24, 2017 03:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Left-handed batsman Haris Sohail, who has been included in the Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad as replacement for unfit Umar Akmal, has insisted that he is ready to give his all in the tournament opener against arch-rivals India.

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Indian Army opening up to name and shame Pakistan, say defence experts

Updated: May 24, 2017 02:58 IST

New Delhi/Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 24 (ANI): Hailing the Indian Army's attack across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist operation from Pakistan, the defence experts on Wednesday said the armed forces are opening up in order to name and shame Islamabad.

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Indian youth team ends Asian campaign with relay gold

Updated: May 24, 2017 02:35 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], May 24 (ANI): The Indian medley relay team comprising Gurindervir Singh, Palender Kumar, Manish and Akshay Nain provided a golden finish to the country's campaign at the 2nd Asian Youth Athletics Championships that concluded at the Suphachalasai National Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Tuesday evening.

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Her heart is pure, that`s what matters: Husband of acid attack victim

Updated: May 24, 2017 01:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 24 (ANI): "Did not know a wrong number would change my life," said an elated Rahul Kumar while appreciating the inner beauty of his wife, an acid attack survivor, Lalita Benbansi.

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Neutral venues concept receives opposition from Ranji coaches, captains

Updated: May 24, 2017 01:25 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 24 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) season-old concept of playing Ranji Trophy matches at neutral venues received opposition from the majority of those present during the 'Captains and Coaches' meeting held at the Cricket Centre in Mumbai.

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Will befittingly respond to any hostile action along frontiers: Pak Army Chief

Updated: May 24, 2017 01:22 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 24 (ANI): Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that any hostile action anywhere along the country's frontiers shall be responded most befittingly.

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Unprecedented Rs. 47 crore spent in Pro Kabaddi Season 5 auction

Updated: May 24, 2017 00:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) concluded its largest-ever 2-day player auction in the national

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TT league `Ultimate Ping Pong` to kick off in July

Updated: May 24, 2017 00:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Ultimate Ping Pong (UPP), a new table tennis league, with support from Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) and the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) will kick off from July 13 to July 30.

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Odisha: Four tourists drown while taking holy bath in Janjavathi River

Updated: May 24, 2017 00:17 IST

Rayagada (Odisha) [India], May 24 (ANI): As many as four tourists drowned in Janjavathi River near the famous Majhighariani Temple of Odisha's Rayagada on Tuesday evening.

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Canadian High Commission expresses regret over denial of entry to retired CRPF IG

Updated: May 23, 2017 23:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Canadian High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday regretted any inconvenience that might have been experienced by the retired Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer who was not allowed to enter into the country.

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Manishankar Aiyar bats for talks to make peace with Pak

Updated: May 23, 2017 23:12 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 23 (ANI): Following the Indian Army's attack on Pakistani posts as part of counter-insurgency operations to stop militants from crossing into India, Congress leader Manishankar Aiyar asserted that New Delhi should hold talks soon with Islamabad and with Srinagar to resolve issues soon.

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Delhi CM issues measures to ensure availability of medicines at Govt. hospitals

Updated: May 23, 2017 23:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Taking strong exception to the non-availability of medicines and consumables in few Delhi Government Hospitals, Chief Minsiter Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday directed the Chief Secretary to ensure immediate availability of medicines at hospitals.

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Uttarkashi bus accident: MP CM announces ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each

Updated: May 23, 2017 22:55 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 23 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minsiter Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday announced an ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each to the next of kin of those killed in Uttarkashi bus accident.

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Justice Mudgal bats for 15-day gap between IPL, International tournament

Updated: May 23, 2017 22:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Justice Mukul Mudgal on Tuesday said that ideally the Indian players should be given 15 days of gap between the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the next international tournament.

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Turkey failed coup: More than 200 suspects on trial

Updated: May 23, 2017 22:52 IST

London [U.K.], May 23 (ANI): Turkey has begun the trial of more than 200 suspects including senior military officers accused of plotting and orchestrating 2016 failed coup.

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Know all about Manchester suicide bomber: Salman Abedi

Updated: May 23, 2017 22:52 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) : The suicide bomber, who killed 22 people at the deadly Manchester Arena, has been identified as 22-year-old Salman Abedi, Telegraph quoted Manchester Police Chief Constable Ian Hopkins, as saying.

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Separatist leader Geelani slams 'glorification' of Maj. Gogoi

Updated: May 23, 2017 22:02 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 23 (ANI): Kashmiri separatist leader and chief of Hurriyat Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani has strongly criticised the Centre over the glorification of Major Leetul Gogoi, who tied a man to a jeep in Kashmir purportedly as a 'human shield' against stone-pelters.

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Lamba climbed crane only to oversee rescue operation: Fire Services

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Clearing the air after Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Alka Lamba courted controversy when she climbed onto a crane to take stock of the rescue operations by fire fighters in Delhi's Chandni Chowk area, Director Delhi Fire Services, G.C. Mishra asserted that Lamba's only motive was to control the situation.

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Russian probe: Mueller briefed on secret Comey memos

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:42 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 23 (ANI): Robert Mueller, the former FBI director now overseeing the Department of Justice's investigation into the Trump team's connections with Russia in the 2016 elections has been briefed on the contents of the memos related to former FBI Director James Comey's conversations with President Donald Trump.

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NIA sentences three to life imprisonment in Dima Hasao terror funding case

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:42 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 23 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Guwahati on Tuesday sentenced three convicts of the Dima Hasao terror funding case to life imprisonment and awarded eight to 12 years' imprisonment to 11 others convicted in the case.

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Maj. Gogoi defends his act, says by tying stone-pelter he saved others

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:25 IST

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 23 (ANI): After the Jammu and Kashmir Police refused to quash the First Information Report (FIR) against him for tying a man to the bonnet of his jeep to serve as a 'human shield', Major Leetul Gogoi on Tuesday defended his act by saying that he took the step "to save the people trapped in the polling booth."

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'Every parent wants their kids to get settled': Suniel Shetty on nepotism

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Nepotism has been the talk of the town for a while now and string of different reactions has kept pouring in from B-Town celebrities. And the latest one to voice his opinion is Bollywood actor Sunil Shetty, who believes that every parent wants their kids to settle down.

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Ahan's journey has begun well, now it depends on his hard work, talent: Suniel Shetty

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty is all set to make his Bollywood debut in Sajid Nadiadwala's production and the proud father feels that his son is in very safe hands.

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Trump 'hopeful' of brokering Middle-east peace deal

Updated: May 23, 2017 21:03 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 23 (ANI): With an aim to resolve the Middle-east conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to advance the peace process.

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Manchester attack: One arrested as terror raids continue

Updated: May 23, 2017 20:23 IST

New York [U.S.], May 23 (ANI): The Greater Manchester Police have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with the Manchester Arena bomb attack on Tuesday even as Prime Minister Theresa May condemned the "sickening cowardice" of the perpetrator.

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Proud of Indian Army's valour: BJP

Updated: May 23, 2017 20:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was all praises for the valour of the Indian Army after it announced that punitive fire assaults were being undertaken across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist action from Pakistan asserting that these strikes were meant to prohibit infiltrations at LoC and that it is proud of the Army.

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Manchester attack being treated as 'appalling,' 'callous': British PM

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:54 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) : Calling it among the worst terrorist incidents in Britain, Prime Minister Theresa May said that she chaired an emergency Cobra meeting in which she discussed full details of Manchester attack which is being treated as an "appalling terrorist attack."

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Controversial spiritual leader Chandraswami passes away

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:34 IST

New Delhi [India] May 23 (ANI): Controversial spiritual guru Chandraswami passed away on Tuesday due to renal failure at the age of 66.

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BSF seizes snake venom worth Rs. 12 crore

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:30 IST

South Dinajpur (West Bengal) [India], May 23 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) has seized snake venom worth Rs. 12 crore from South Dinajpur, West Bengal.

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Mayawati holds BJP responsible for Dalit-Rajput violence

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:30 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 23 (ANI): Bahujan Samajwadi Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati on Tuesday exhorted all sections of the society to live in harmonious environment and alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wanted to disturb the harmony among various sections of the society.

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'James Bond' star Sir Roger Moore dies at 89

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Former 'James Bond' star Sir Roger Moore has succumbed to cancer at the age of 89.

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President Mukherjee addresses 159th founder's day of Lawrence School

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:20 IST

Ootacamund (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 23 (ANI): President of India Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday addressed the 159th founder's day celebrations of the Lawrence School Lovedale at Ootacamund.

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IFFCO, Bank of Baroda launch co-branded debit card for farmers

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Largest fertiliser cooperative IFFCO on Tuesday announced its collaboration with Bank of Baroda to launch its co-branded debit card for farmers at a card distribution ceremony organized at their corporate office in New Delhi.

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Indian markets are growing at a rapid pace, says DOC Research Institute

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Indian markets are growing at a rapid pace, involving new stakeholders whom until a few years ago did not have any visible and significant presence as far as supply chain space was concerned.

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India takes denial of entry to retired CRPF officer to Canadian Govt.

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Strongly reacting to the report of denial of entry to a senior retired Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer by the Canadian authorities, the Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday said that it had taken up the matter with Canada Government.

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Street Food Festival: Treat yourself to some Ancient Barbeque this weekend

Updated: May 23, 2017 19:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Hungry for street food, Delhi? Get ready for an exciting culinary journey as The Ancient Barbeque is bringing a diverse swath of delicacies this weekend.

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Marketing convergence between Khadi and Village Industries Commission, Ministry of MSME, Government of India and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd.

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI-NewsVoir): Adding a new strength to Khadi India's fashion power-house, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. and Khadi and Village Industries Commission, Ministry of MSME, Government of India today announced a strategic collaboration to strengthen the synergies between the two iconic Indian brands.

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Maj. Gogoi defends his act, says took step to save locals

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): After the Jammu and Kashmir Police refused to quash the First Information Report (FIR) against him for tying a man to the bonnet of his jeep to serve as a 'human shield', Major Leetul Gogoi on Tuesday defended his act by saying that he took the step "to save the local people."

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Lalu Yadav's daughter's CA sent to three-day ED custody

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Delhi's Patiala House Court on Tuesday granted a three-day Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad's daughter Misa Bharti's Chartered Accountant (CA) Rajesh Agarwal in a money laundering case.

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Ashok Singh's wife demands death sentence for accused in 1995 case

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:28 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 23 (ANI): Following the verdict in the 2005 Ashok Singh murder case, wife of deceased Ashok Singh, Chandni Singh on Tuesday asserted that she was not totally satisfied with the decision even as they demanded death sentence for the accused.

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Domingo likens `special` Rabada with pace spearhead Steyn

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:18 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 23 (ANI): South Africa coach Russell Domingo has lavished praise on fast bowler Kagiso Rabada by comparing him with the country's pace spearhead Dale Steyn as the 21-year-old begins a huge northern summer with the three-match ODI series against England, starting on Wednesday at the Headingley.

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Sena's Sanjay Raut says assault on Pak posts is 'not befitting'

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:12 IST

Mumbai(Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): While praises are pouring in for the Indian Army for carrying out the 'punitive fire assault' on the Pakistan posts, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday said it was not a befitting reply, but a mere "small action."

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Centre applauds Indian Army's attack on Pak posts in Nowshera

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday applauded the Indian Army attack on Pakistan posts along the Line of Control (LoC ) in the Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir and said the Army is taking pre-emptive and measured actions to counter terrorism in the valley.

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BYJU'S unveils personalized learning experience for students

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Education company BYJU'S has launched a major update to its learning app focused at revolutionizing personalized learning experiences for students across grades.

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'Rajiv Gandhi Global Excellence Award' bestowed upon Arun Muchhala

Updated: May 23, 2017 18:05 IST

Maharashtra [India], May 23 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Rajiv Gandhi Global Excellence Award Foundation presented 'Rajiv Gandhi Global Excellence Award' in the category - Philanthropy and Entrepreneur to Arun Muchhala, Chairman of ArunMuchhala Group on Sunday 21st May 2017 at The Ashoka Hotel, New Delhi.

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'Masala Commentary' season 1 wraps up with laughter

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The 10th season of the IPL came to a dramatic finish and the concluding match couldn't have been a better final game played in the recent times.

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Assault on Pak posts sends strong message: Defence experts

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:54 IST

Nagpur/Bhopal/Chandigarh [India], May 23 (ANI): The defence experts on Tuesday hailed the punitive fire assault on the Pakistan posts by the Indian Army, citing it would send out a strong message to Islamabad to stop unprovoked ceasefire violations and firing across the border.

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Congress praises Indian Army, criticises Centre over 'lack of policies'

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Congress leader Randeep Surjewala on Tuesday praised the valour and courage of the Indian Army and asked the government to wake up from its "slumber and come to the assistance of our brave soldiers."

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Police have identified Manchester Arena suicide bomber, says U.K. PM

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:46 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) : British Prime Minister Theresa May said UK Police have identified the Manchester Arena attacker, but added that it is too early in the investigation to release his name.

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How media's cultural backgrounds shape international news coverage

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): Turns out, the cultural backgrounds of the media organizations affect the coverage of international events.

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Won't enter into a conflict with China, says Philippine President Duterte

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:26 IST

Manila [The Philippines], May 23 (ANI) :Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday made it clear that Manila does not have the cruise missile to hit China, and therefore, is focused on developing cooperation with China, ASEAN and Russia.

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Manchester blast: ICC to review Champions Trophy security arrangements

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:23 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 23 (ANI): In the wake of the recent deadly terror attack that took place at the Manchester Arena in England, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday reiterated their commitment to safety and security of all the teams participating at the Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 at the Oval.

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Stokes credits Smith for improving his game during IPL

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:22 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 23 (ANI): England all-rounder Ben Stokes, who was named the Indian Premier League's Most Valuable Player, has revealed that Australia and Rising Pune Supergiant captain Steve Smith played a pivotal role in helping him achieve huge success in his debut season of the lucrative T20 tournament.

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US trans surgeries jumped nearly 20% in one year

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): Gender confirmation surgeries are on the rise in the United States, according to a newly released data.

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Mahindra first choice wheels extends its leadership in the used car industry

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI-NewsVoir): Mahindra First Choice Wheels Ltd., India's number one multi-brand used car products and services company extended its leadership position in the used car industry with a strong performance in F17 in all areas of the business.

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Pak refutes India's 'claims' of destroying its posts along LoC in Nowshera

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Tuesday refuted the attack on Islamabad's posts in the Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir, which the Indian Army earlier in the day said it carried out on May 9.

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Delhi court summons Tytler for hiding criminal cases to renew passport

Updated: May 23, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Tuesday summoned Congress leader Jagdish Tytler after noting that he got his passport renewed by providing incorrect information stating that he didn't have any pending criminal cases against him.

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NVS goes Digital, to establish 8 Centers of Excellence in 8 cities

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May, 23 (ANI): Following the footprints of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for structural reforms in education ranging from schools to universities, and make Digital India with an aim to transform the country into a digitally-empowered knowledge economy, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has gone hi-tech.

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Hoist Tiranga in Lahore, says Shiv Sena post Army assault

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:49 IST

Mumbai(Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Tuesday lauded the 'punitive fire assault' on the Pakistan posts by the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera district saying that the army should now hoist the'Tiranga'(Indian Tricolour) in Lahore to a give befitting reply to the unprovoked ceasefire violations.

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Here's what dentists can tell about your health

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): A recent study has found that by using medical and dental records, researchers can identify what is the cause of disease and how the patients with certain diseases will respond to surgery, medication or other interventions.

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Manchester's Arndale shopping center evacuated after rumours of bomb threat

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:45 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) : Following the devastating terror attack at the Manchester Arena which left 22 people dead, the city's Arndale Shopping Centre was evacuated after rumours of a bomb threat.

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Autopsy report suggests Asphyxia as cause of IAS officer Anurag Tiwari death

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The post-mortem report of IAS officer Anurag Tiwari, who was found dead in mysterious conditions outside a VIP guest house in Lucknow, has stated Asphyxia as the cause of his death.

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BJP questions Opposition's 'dual mindset' over comments on Gogoi issue

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): With the political parties criticising the Centre over the glorification of Major Leetul Gogoi, who tied a man to a jeep in Kashmir purportedly as a 'human shield' against stone-pelters, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday questioned the 'dual mindset' of the Opposition for keeping silent on the sacrifices by the bravehearts and killing of innocent.

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Punitive fire assaults across LoC to counter Pak: Indian Army

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Army on Tuesday said that punitive fire assaults were being undertaken across the Line of Control (LoC) to counter terrorist action from Pakistan.

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Centre's goal is indigenization of defence sector: Minister

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Minister of State for Defence on Tuesday said that the government is bringing all stakeholders under one roof to promote indigenisation of the defence sector.

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262 coins seized back in January declared to be antique

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:09 IST

Attari (Punjab) [India], May 23 (ANI): The Customs Department has declared that as many as 262 coins out of the 370 silver coins, which were seized during baggage clearance on January 1 from a passenger who had arrived India from Pakistan on board Samjhauta Express, were found to be unique.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets miniature artist Suvigya Sharma

Updated: May 23, 2017 16:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI-NewsVoir): Indian miniature artist Suvigya Sharma makes a new mark in history - does a hyper real portrait of Hon. PM Narendra Modi and present it to him at the Prime Minister's Office in Delhi.

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Avanse Financial Services appoints Amit Gainda as CEO

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): New-age education finance Non Banking Financial company Avanse Financial Services on Tuesday announced the appointment of Amit Gainda as its Chief Executive Officer.

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Ericsson introduces customized network solutions for Indian market

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Ericsson on Tuesday announced the launch of new dual band radio products customised for the Indian market.

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Bring contemporary twist to classic jutti

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): After making waves with their collection of juttis last season, Laksheeta Govil of Fizzy Goblet and Payal Singhal now announce the second edition of their collaboration with a new collection of juttis 'Fiori Felici'.

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South Korea fires warning shots at object flying near border with Pyongyang

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:42 IST

London [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) :South Korea's military fired warning shots on Tuesday after an unidentified object was spotted over the border with Pyongyang.

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Entertainment Services under GST to have lower tax incidence

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Taxes on entertainments and amusements (covered by the erstwhile entry 62 of State List of the Constitution) have been subsumed under Goods and Services Tax (GST) except to the extent of taxes on entertainments and amusements levied by a Panchayat or a Municipality.

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Now, get a freedom to roam about in Sweden

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): If you are planning for an abroad trip, then do think about Sweden once, as visit to the country will now become easy and smooth, thanks to Airbnb.

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Manchester attack: BCCI writes to ICC over Champions Trophy security

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:25 IST

Mumbai [India], May 23 (ANI): In the wake of the recent deadly terror attack that took place at the Manchester Arena in England, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday wrote to International Cricket Council (ICC) expressing concern over the safety of its national players heading into the Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 at the Oval.

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Medical equipments, Smart phones, cement to have lower taxes under GST

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Taxation on commodities such as packaged cement, medicaments, smart phones, and medical devices shall come down under the Goods and Services (GST) Tax as the government has reduced its rates on these items.

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Trump dubs those responsible for Manchester attacks as 'evil losers'

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:21 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI) : Expressing "absolute solidarity" with the U.K. population, United States President Donald Trump has characterised Manchester terror attack's perpetrators as "evil losers, citing he would "call them from now on losers because that's what they are."

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Defamation case against seven Tamil actors registered

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:20 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 23 (ANI): A case has been registered against seven Tamil film actors including Suriya and Sathyaraj, as they failed to appear before the court in connection with a defamation case filed by an Ooty journalist for their alleged disparaging speech in 2009.

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Nawazzuddin looks intense in first poster of 'Manto'

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The first look of 'Manto' was unveiled at 70th Cannes Film Festival and now we have got the first official poster of the movie.

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Germany shares Intelligence with India in fighting terrorism: German Envoy

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): German Ambassador to India Martin Ney while condemning the Manchester Arena terror attack in England, assured that Berlin stands united with its allies to fight the menace of terrorism.

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Is there a policy on Kashmir or not: Owaisi asks Modi

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:09 IST

Telangana (Hyderabad), May 23 (ANI): Claiming that the Indian Army cannot end but only control militancy in Jammu and Kashmir, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has no policy on Kashmir.

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Trying to lose weight? Dieting may not help

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): Dieting has a little effect on losing weight, as a study finds that brain cells act as a trigger to prevent us burning calories when food is scarce.

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BJP files police complaint against AAP MLA Alka Lamba

Updated: May 23, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India] May 23 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Nupur Sharma on Tuesday filed a police complaint against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Alka Lamba for obstructing public servants from discharging their duties.

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Chelsea's Antonio Conte bags LMA `Manager of the Year` award

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:57 IST

London [U.K], May 23 (ANI): Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has been named manager of the year and Premier League manager of the year after guiding his side's to the title glory in his first year in charge.

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John Cusack, Christina Ricci to star in 'Distorted'

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:57 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 23 (ANI): Hollywood stars John Cusack and Christina Ricci is all set to star in cyber thriller 'Distorted'.

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Women feel romantic for partners, who look like their brothers

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:57 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): Will you even believe that women find romance in partners who look like their brothers.

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Assam: Sukhoi-30 IAF aircraft missing, search ops launched

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:51 IST

Tejpur (Assam), May 23 (ANI): An Indian Air Force (IAF) Sukhoi-30 aircraft, which was on a routine training, went missing today from North of Tejpur in Assam.

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Family history of Alzheimer's, length of gene impacts risk for disease: Study

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): A study finds that late middle-aged people, with a family history and longer version of mitochondrial gene, encountered twice as much memory loss up to 10 years later as someone with a family history and a short version of the gene.

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Redefine your summer bride look with Ridhima Bhasin's 'Lucidus'

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Known for her contemporary Indian designs, ace designer Ridhima Bhasin recently launched her Spring Summer '17 collection 'Lucidus' at her Flagship store in New Delhi where the fashionistas of the city were seen exploring her new collection.

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IGP Kashmir assures fair enquiry against Major Gogoi

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:39 IST

Barahmulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 23 (ANI): Inspector General of Police (IPG), (Kashmir) Muneer Ahmed Khan on Tuesday assured that the First Information Report (FIR) against Major Leetul Gogoi who has been awarded by Chief of Army Staff Commendation Certificate (COAS) will not be quashed.

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Army getting influenced by Modi : Congress on Major Gogoi row

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:39 IST

New Delhi[India], May 23, (ANI): Hitting out at the Centre for giving 'administrative recognition' to Major Leetul Gogoi, Congress leader Subodh Kant Sahay on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is using Indian Army for its 'personal benefit'.

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'Powerless' Mayawati facing identity crisis: BJP

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:36 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 23 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Minister Siddharth Nath Singh on Tuesday took a jibe at Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati over her visit to Saharanpur village in Uttar Pradesh and said that the former chief minister is out of power and is facing identity crisis.

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Coal block scam: CBI files another chargesheet against Naveen Jindal

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:35 IST

New Delhi[India], May 23, (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) today filed another chargesheet against former MP Naveen Jindal and five others in connection with the alleged irregularities pertaining to the Urtan North Coal Block in Madhya Pradesh.

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JD (U), Left irked with Centre over laurels for Major Gogoi

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Asserting that Major Gogoi's `non-violent` measures against stone pelters in Jammu and Kashmir will only aggravate the situation in the valley, Communist Party of India (CPI) on Wednesday said that the need of the hour is to build the confidence of Kashmiris.

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3-year celebrations: PM Modi to address rally in Guwahati on May 26

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Assam is set for the dual celebration of completing its 1st anniversary and three year anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi government's rule at the Centre on May 26.

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BJP to Lalu: Accept ownership of family's benami properties

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:14 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] may 23 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) mounted pressure on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday arrested the former's daughter Misa Bharti's chartered accountant Rajesh Agarwal in a money laundering case.

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Taliban kills 11 Afghan soldiers in attack on military base

Updated: May 23, 2017 14:14 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 23 (ANI): At least 11 Afghan soldiers were killed and nine others injured in a Taliban attack on a military base in Shah Wali Kot district of Kandahar province of Afghanistan.

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Harbhajan Singh pushes Zaheer Khan for India's bowling coach gig

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Veteran Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has tipped former left-arm paceman Zaheer Khan for the role of the national team's fast bowling coach.

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J&K: Clashes between students, security forces in Pulwama

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:52 IST

Pulwama (J&K) [India], May 23, (ANI): Clashed broke out between the students and security forces in Jammu and Kahmir's Pulwama district on Tuesday against the alleged arrest of their schoolmates.

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Lupita N'yongo, Rihanna heist movie in works at Netflix

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:52 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 23 (ANI): Who knew that a photo could be aninspiration to make a movie?

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Nation freed of disappointment, corruption under Modi Govt.: Raman Singh

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Hailing the completion of three years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi government, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh on Tuesday asserted that since the former assumed office in 2014, the nation has been freed of disappointment and corruption.

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Rain, thundershowers likely across nation tomorrow

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): It has been predicted that there will be scattered rain and thundershowers in most part of the country.

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Satyendra Jain declared Rs 16 crore black money : Mishra

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:40 IST

New Delhi [India] may 23 (ANI): Sacked Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Tuesday launched another series of scathing attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Minister Satyendra Jain, and AAP leader Sanjay Singh.

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Researchers discover hottest lavas erupted in 2.5 billion years

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A team of researchers discovered that deep portions of earth's mantle might be as hot as it was more than 2.5 billion years ago.

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Salman's 'Tubelight' trailer to release on May 25

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): All the Bhai fans, Rejoice! The trailer of his upcoming movie 'Tubelight' is all set to release this Thursday, May 25.

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Manchester attack: ICC to look into security for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 23, 2017 13:09 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 21 (ANI): Following the deadly terror attack at the Manchester Arena in England, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday said that it will look into the safety and security of all the teams participating in the Champions Trophy, which begins June 1.

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Tax incidence on entertainment services under GST lowered

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Taxes on entertainments and amusements were subsidised under the Goods and Services Tax (GST), except to the extent of taxes on entertainments and amusements levied by a Panchayat or a Municipality.

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'Fake degree' row back to haunt Smriti Irani as fresh petition filed

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23, (ANI): A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court today against Union Minister Smriti Irani alleging submission of contradictory information regarding her educational degrees in different affidavits.

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Suicide bomber responsible for Manchester blast, confirms police

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:49 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): The Manchester Police confirmed on Tuesday that a lone male suicide bomber was behind the explosion that killed at least 22 people, including children, during an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena.

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Millenials are more financially independent than baby boomers

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:49 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): The one thing millenials get to hear on a regular basis is that they are entitled!

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DHC issues notice to Kejriwal on Jaitley's fresh defamation case

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the fresh defamation case filed by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, after the former's counsel Ram Jethmalani confirmed that he called Jaitley a 'crook' after being instructed by his client to do so.

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Chennai: Rajinikanth's fans carry out 'support' march

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:33 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu)[India], May 23 (ANI): Following the protest by Thamizhar Munetra Padai (TMP) against Rajinikanth's probable entry in politics, many supporters of the superstar took to the streets in Washermanpet to support him.

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B-Town reacts to explosions at Ariana's concert

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The whole world is mourning over the deaths of 22 innocent people who lost their lives in explosions during an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester.

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Ashok Singh murder case: Ex- RJD MP Prabhunath sentenced to life

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India],May 23, (ANI): Former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Prabhunath Singh was sentenced to life imprisonment on Tuesday, in connection with the 1995 Ashok Singh murder case.

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Chhattisgarh: Bilaspur roasts at 49.3 degrees, records hottest day of season

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:23 IST

Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 23 (ANI): Some parts of Chhattisgarh continued to reel under heat wave conditions with Bilaspur recording the highest maximum temperature of 49.3 degree Celsius for the first time in the season, according to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).

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Yuki, Ramanathan crash out of French Open qualifiers

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:22 IST

Paris [France], May 23 (ANI): Indian tennis players Yuki Bhambri and Ramkumar Ramanathan suffered contrasting defeats in their respective men's singles event to crash out of the French Open Qualifiers here last evening.

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Manchester blast: Indian High Commission opens helpline

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Following the explosion at the Manchester Arena, England, the Indian High Commission in London has issued a Public Response Unit number and urged any Indians affected by the blast to get in contact.

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Acko General Insurance raises USD 30 million

Updated: May 23, 2017 12:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Acko General Insurance on Tuesday received it's in principle regulatory clearance to launch a General Insurance business in India. In a regulated business, Acko raised USD 30 million.

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Universal Pictures debuts its new Dark Universe

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The universe is going to be dark and spooky.

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PM Modi invokes Mahatma Gandhi while hailing Indo-African friendship

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:54 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 23 (ANI): Inaugurating the annual meeting of the African Development Bank (AfDB) here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India and Africa have held strong ties for centuries, while adding that trade between the two economies has multiplied in last 15 years and doubled in last five years.

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ED arrests Chartered Accountant of Lalu Yadav's daughter Misa

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:54 IST

New Delhi [India],May 23, (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday arrested Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti's Chartered Accountant (CA) Rajesh Agarwal, in connection with the money trail scam of around Rs. 8000 crore.

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Mumbai: RPF releases six boys from detention for discussing 'bombs'

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Vashi Railway Police has released all six persons detained from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station last night for, reportedly discussing bombs.

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Trump in Bethlehem to meet Palestinian president

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:47 IST

Dubai [U.A.E], May 23 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump will be meeting with Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas on Tuesday on the second leg of his first visit to the Middle East. He is accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump.

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Urban living has link with increased paranoia in youths

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:47 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): If you hear voices or feel something weird around you, then blame the urban life you are having!

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Agriculture, Food Security key to cementing Indo-African ties: Jaitley

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:46 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), May 23 (ANI): With the changing global landscape for agriculture and food security, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that India and Africa can emerge as key partners in these areas.

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Manchester blast: Global political top brass comes together to condemn terror attack

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Top political leaders from across the globe have strongly voiced out their condemnation of the deadly suspected terror attack at the Manchester Arena in England, in which nineteen people have been killed and about 50 injured.

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Paytm launches Payments Bank, facilitates cashback on deposits

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Digital payment aggregator Paytm on Tuesday unveiled the Paytm Payments Bank, a first-of-its-kind bank that will offer cashbacks on deposits. Customers will also be entitled to zero charges on all online transactions and no minimum balance requirement.

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Passenger wearing 'Trump hat' kicked off UA flight

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:37 IST

New York [U.S.], May 23 (ANI): An passenger wearing a Trump campaign "Make America Great Again" red hat has been kicked off a United Airlines flight from Shanghai to Newark on Sunday, after a crowd of passengers jeered in the terminal, "Lock him up! Lock him up!"

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H'wood send condolences to Zack Snyder post family tragedy

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): After hearing the devastating news of the family tragedy that struck Zack Snyder and his family, Hollywood filmmakers are extending their condolences to them.

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly demands Jadhav's immediate execution

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:33 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): The assembly in Pakistan's Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province has unanimously passed a joint resolution demanding the immediate hanging of former Indian naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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First hearing begins for ousted South Korean President

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:24 IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 23 (ANI): A Seoul court on Tuesday began the trial of ousted South Korean President Park Geun-hye over a string of corruption allegations involving her longtime friend and former aides.

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Sangakkara to bid adieu to first-class cricket

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:23 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 23 (ANI): Former Sri Lankan batting great Kumar Sangakkara has announced that he will call curtains on his first-class cricket in September at the end of England's county championship season.

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India seeks consular access for arrested Mumbai resident in Pakistan

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): India has sought consular access for Sheikh Nabi Ahmed, a Mumbai resident who was arrested in Pakistan last week.

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Kyocera gets Class Y certification for semi-conductor assembly services

Updated: May 23, 2017 11:15 IST

San Diego (California) [United States], May 23 (ANI): Kyocera International, Inc. has announced that it has received Class Y certification for its semiconductor assembly operations here.

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Pak Senate panel demand death penalty for ex-TTP spokesperson

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:59 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI) A Pakistan Senate panel has strongly criticized the government's 'special treatment'for former Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) spokesperson Ehsanullah Ehsan, and demanded that he treated as a terrorist, and be given the death penalty as per the laws of the land.

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Riteish Deshmukh spoofs 'Dark Knight', 'Dangal' in hilarious posters

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Riteish Deshmukh is considered to be one of the best comedians in Bollywood and his latest spoofs will make you laugh out loud.

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Not all sunscreens are equal!

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 23 (ANI): With summer, comes sun-burn and as a shield to it, we use sunscreens.

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Manipur CM announces Rs. 202 crore development package for Senapati district

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:51 IST

Senapati (Manipur) [India], May 23 (ANI): Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has announced an economic and development package of Rs.202 crores for Manipur's Senapati district.

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Rijiju unveils world's first philosophical novel on God in Delhi

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:41 IST

New Delhi, May 23 (ANI): For over the centuries, the world has produced many writers, authors and literatuate, who had penned down their thoughts and ideas of life, history, reality, surreal, and many others. However, it is rare to have a curator or an originator penning down a philosophical novel for God.

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JK: Massive ammunition cache recovered from terrorists gunned down in Naugam

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): A huge cache of arms and ammunition has been recovered from the four terrorists, who were gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Naugam sector.

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Sonia Gandhi condemns 'ghastly' Manchester terror attack

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Expressing shock and sadness on the ghastly terror attack in Manchester Arena, Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday said the entire world community must stand together as one to combat the menace of terrorism.

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My request to visit Saharanpur via helicopter turned down: Mayawati

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:28 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 23 (ANI): Ahead of her visit to the trouble-torn area of Saharanpur and meet the Dalit community, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati who asserted today that her request to visit the area in a helicopter was turned down by the city's District Magistrate.

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Pakistan presses ICJ for early hearing of Kulbhushan Jadhav case

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:28 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): Pakistan has again requested The Hague-based International Court of Justice (ICJ) to expedite the hearing of the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, whose execution was stayed by the court on May 18.

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Manchester blast timed to 2013 UK terror attack: Trump's Deputy Assistant

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:16 IST

New Delhi [India]: U.S. President Donald Trump's Deputy Assistant Sebastian Gorka has suggested that the deadly blast at Manchester arena could be timed with the date of another fatal attack in the U.K. four years ago.

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Third maritime patrol ship inducted for security of CPEC

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:14 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): Pakistan has inducted PMSS Dasht as the third Chinese-built maritime patrol ship for the protection and security of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Two-day 'Startup India Summit' begins in UAE today

Updated: May 23, 2017 10:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 23 (ANI): A two day "Startup India Summit" will begin in Abu Dhabi, UAE, today. This is the first "Start Up Summit" being held in the UAE by the Consul General of India (CGI) in Dubai and Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi in partnership with iSPIRIT, a nonprofit think tank and supported by TiE, Dubai.

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Hours before blast, ISIS sympathiser tweeted Manchester arena with 'ISIS flag'

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): According to unconfirmed reports, an unknown twitter account of a possible Islamic State sympathizer sported a tweet about the Manchester Arena in England, hours before the explosion rocked pop star Ariana Grande's concert.

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President Mukherjee condemns Manchester attack, extends support to U.K.

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday condemned the explosion that took place in Manchester on Monday night leaving 19 dead.

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Kolkata: BJP calls for judicial enquiry against cops beating up protesters

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:41 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), May 23 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has castigated the violence by police officials in Kolkata yesterday, and has demanded for a fair judicial inquiry into the brutal attack.

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Zack Snyder steps down from 'Justice League,' post family tragedy

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:41 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 23 (ANI): In a shocking move, director Zack Snyder has stepped down from the director's chair for the superhero movie 'Justice League' after a family tragedy that has struck the Snyder family.

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World must come together in defeating terrorism: Centre on Manchester blast

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday condemned the suspected terror attack at Manchester, England in which 19 people lost their lives and over 50 others got injured.

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Beat the heat with cool planting ideas at your place!

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): When the temperature is on a constant rise, keeping plants at your vicinity is a must to let the environment cool down!

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Muslim states must join West to eliminate terrorism: Sharif

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:33 IST

Medina [Saudi Arabia], May 23 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that to eliminate the menace of terrorism which was affecting world peace, the Muslim world should be on the same page as the Western world.

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Paresh Rawal's tweet clear picture of BJP's 'dictatorial mentality': Congress

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Condemning Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal's tweet, where he took a jibe at noted writer Arundhati Roy, the Congress Party on Tuesday said it clearly demonstrates the 'dictatorial mentality' of the actor and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Manchester blast: UK Police, Intelligence in huddle to identify perpetrators

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:33 IST

Manchester [U.K.], May 23 (ANI): After a suspected terror attack rocked Manchester Arena during pop singer Ariana Grande's concert, Greater Manchester Police while condemning the attack urged citizens to be alert at all times, adding that the area around Manchester Arena must be avoided.

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Pak reminded by U.S. envoy of anti-terror fight pledge

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:21 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): United States Ambassador to Pakistan David Hale has reminded Islamabad again about its commitment and pledge to continue its fight against terrorist groups reportedly operating from its soil.

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Kapil Mishra's new name for Delhi CM: Arvind 'Hawala' Kejriwal

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Tuesday warned Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to divulge the information in connection with foreign funding of the parties and overseas trip of its leaders.

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Manchester attack: Local Gurudwaras offer shelter to blast victims, stranded survivors

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:18 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): Gurudwaras in Manchester are offering shelter to those affected and stranded by Tuesday's deadly Manchester Arena blast.

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Timeline of major terror attacks in London

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:18 IST

London (United Kingdom), May 23 (ANI): Nineteen people have been killed and about 50 injured in a suspected terror attack at the Manchester Arena.

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Keep calm and consume ghee more often!

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:08 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): Paranthas or saag sans ghee is as incomplete as a life without a smile.

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Ariana feels 'broken' after suspected terrorist attack at her Manchester concert

Updated: May 23, 2017 09:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Pop sensation Ariana Grande, whose concert in Manchester was hit by a suspected terrorist attack, feels "broken" by what has happened.

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Manchester blast: Homeland Security cautions U.S. citizens to avoid affected area

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:55 IST

London [U.K.], May 23 (ANI): In the aftermath of the suspected terror attack that jolted Manchester on Monday night, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in their statement warned all U.S. citizens to move away from Manchester Arena, owing to additional beef up of security.

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#RoomForManchester: Locals open their homes for those stranded post blast

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:46 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): Locals in the blast-hit Manchester, England on Tuesday opened their hearts and homes for the stranded and the suffering victims, as they took to Twitter to offer places to stay for the night for those unable to find one following the incident with the hashtag '#RoomForManchester'

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Why are fats essential part of our diet?

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Oil and fats, which have been associated with harmful effects on health, have essential functions in the body as well.

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Celebs react to explosions at Ariana Grande's concert

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): A few moments ago, the news of explosions at Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester broke out, which resulted in multiple casualties.

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Shun caste politics, help maintain peace in UP: BJP to Mayawati

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Hours before Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati's visit to the trouble-torn area of Saharanpur and meet the Dalit community, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday advised the former chief minister to shun caste politics and help the Yogi Adityanath-led government to maintain peace and harmony in the state.

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Gujarat: PM Modi to inaugurate African bank meet today

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): In a bid to strengthen economic ties with Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday will inaugurate the annual meeting of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Gujarat.

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UK: Manchester rocked by explosion, survivors recount horrifying tales

Updated: May 23, 2017 08:20 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): In what could be described as one of the worst terror attacks in Britain, at least 19 people have been killed and dozens injured, as a suspected suicide bomber carried out a carnage during U.S. pop sensation Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester, England on Tuesday.

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Cannes 2017: Sonam stuns everyone with her golden look

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): After mesmerising everyone with her sari avatar and a rose gold Elie Saab gown, actress Sonam Kapoor stunned everyone with her second red carpet appearance on Day 6 of Cannes Film Festival.

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'Dobaara' a 'world class horror' film for Indian audience: Huma Qureshi

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi, who is making her foray into the horror genre with the upcoming film 'Dobaara: See Your Evil', an adaption of Hollywood film 'Oculus', recently said that through this film they have tried to make a world class horror film for the Indian audiences at large.

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Have tried to stay true to horror genre, no gimmicks in 'Dobaara': Saqib Saleem

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Actor Saqib Saleem, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming horror film 'Dobaara: See Your Evil', which also stars his real life sister Huma Qureshi in the lead role, promises that people, who would come with the hope of watching a pure horror film, will not be disappointed as there are no gimmicks in the film.

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Here's what Huma Qureshi has to say on starring opposite Rajinikanth!

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): After much speculation, it has been confirmed that Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi has been roped in to play superstar Rajinikanth's love interest in his next yet-untitled film.

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PM Modi condemns Manchester Arena attack, expresses grief over loss of lives

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condemned the suspected terror attack at Manchester Arena in which 19 people lost their lives and more than 50 others got injured.

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Pak will not allow its soil to be used against any country: General Bajwa

Updated: May 23, 2017 07:31 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa, in a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan David Hale, has reiterated that Islamabad would not allow its territory to be used to plan or conduct attacks against any country.

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Swamy defends Paresh Rawal's tweet on Arundhati Roy

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Supporting Bollywood actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Paresh Rawal's controversial tweet where the latter took a jibe at noted writer Arundhati Roy, party leader Subramanian Swamy has said that the stone pelters would love to hit a woman who "is not loyal to her own country."

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Houses on CPEC route burnt: Baloch leader appeals nations to take notice

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:49 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 23 (ANI): Criticising the "brutality" of the Pakistani forces for burning several houses in the Kech district during a military operation, Baloch Republican Party spokesperson Sher Mohammad Bugti has appealed to all the hum

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Manipur CM announces economic package of Rs. 202 crore for Senapati district

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:45 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 23 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh announced an economic package of Rs. 202 crore for Senapati district to take up different developmental works in the district.

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Paresh Rawal shouldn't have dragged woman into stone-pelting issue: Shaina NC

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:22 IST

Bengaluru/Mumbai (Karnataka/Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Reacting to Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal's furore tweet, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shaina NC on Tuesday said to drag any woman into this controversy irrespective of her ideology needs to be think over again.

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Jaguar introduces 2.0l diesel derivative of Jaguar XE

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:13 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Jaguar Land Rover India yesterday announced the start of sales for the 2.0l diesel derivative of MY17 Jaguar XE in India at a starting price of Rs. 38.25 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi.

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19 killed in suspected terror attack during Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:04 IST

Manchester [UK], May 23 (ANI): At least 19 people were killed and 50 others injured in a suspected terror attack that took place at Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena on Monday night.

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AIMPLB's u-turn on Triple Talaq victory for Muslim women: BJP

Updated: May 23, 2017 06:04 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Expressing contentment over the affidavit submitted by the All Indian Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) in the Supreme Court, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said the board has realised its mistake and has thus taken a u-turn.

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Several dead in explosions during Ariana Grande's concert at Manchester Arena

Updated: May 23, 2017 05:41 IST

Manchester [UK], May 23 (ANI): Several people have reportedly been killed and injured after explosions were heard during Ariana Grande's concert on Monday night at Manchester Arena in the United Kingdom.

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AIMPLB has realised the need to take action on Triple Talaq: Congress

Updated: May 23, 2017 05:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): While hoping for a positive change following an affidavit submitted by the All Indian Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) stating to advise brides and grooms not to resort to triple talaq in one sitting, the Congress Party on Tuesday said it signifies the board's realisation to take some action in regard to the issue.

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Unity, consensus is solution against terrorism: Iranian President

Updated: May 23, 2017 05:13 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 23 (ANI): Asserting that unity and consensus is the solution against the terrorism, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has said that terrorism is currently on the path to eradication, although there is a lot to be done in this respect.

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Defence experts applaud Major Gogoi for adopting `non-violent` measure

Updated: May 23, 2017 05:03 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Defence experts on Tuesday applauded the move of the Indian Army to award Major Gogoi, adding that no security personnel would have adopted such non-violent measure in order to save so many lives.

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Nitin Tomar emerges top buy at Pro Kabaddi League auction

Updated: May 23, 2017 04:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Nitin Tomar on Monday scripted history as went for a whopping Rs. 93 lakhs at the Season Five auctions of the Pro Kabaddi League.

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Turkey summons U.S. envoy over 'aggressive' acts against Turkish security guards

Updated: May 23, 2017 04:04 IST

Ankara [Turkey], May 23 (ANI): The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Monday summoned the United States' ambassador in Ankara to protest against what it called as "aggressive and unprofessional actions" of American security personnel towards Turkish security guards in Washington during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's recent visit to the country.

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'Bumrah has got all the abilities to be No. 1 bowler in the world'

Updated: May 23, 2017 02:58 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma has heaped praise on young pacer Jasprit Bumrah, saying the Gujarat speedster has for sure got all the abilities to be No. 1 bowler in the world.

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Won't face problem while opening for India, insists Rohit Sharma

Updated: May 23, 2017 02:58 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23 (ANI): Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, who batted at No. 4 throughout the IPL season 10, has insisted that he would be having no issues when he would open the batting for India in the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales as both are two completely different formats.

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Four African nations join International Solar Alliance

Updated: May 23, 2017 02:06 IST

Gandhinagar [Gujarat][India], May 23 (ANI): Four African nations Djibouti, Cote d'Ivoire, Somalia and Ghana have joined Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi-initiated International Solar Alliance (ISA) whereas another African country Comoros is expected to join on Tuesday.

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PTI holds protests against 'harassment' of party workers

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:43 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 23 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leaders and workers on Monday took to streets in major cities across the country to protest against raids conducted at the office of party's social media activist in Peshawar and Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) alleged crackdown in connection with the suspected violations of cyber crime law.

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David Moyes steps down as Sunderland manager

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 23 (ANI): Sunderland manager David Moyes has resigned from his post following the club's relegation from the Premier League.

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Hearing in Jaitley's fresh defamation case against Kejriwal to begin today

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Delhi High Court will on Tuesday begin hearing in the fresh defamation case filed by Union Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, after the latter's counsel Ram Jethmalani confirmed that Jaitley was called a 'crook' after being instructed by his client to do so.

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Telangana Govt. to clear PRC dues

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 23 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao has decided to pay Pay Revision Commission (PRC) dues to the government employees.

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TRS parliamentary party meet to be held on May 27

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 23 (ANI): The Telangana Rashtra Samithi parliamentary party and legislature party meeting, under the Chairmanship of party president and Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao will be held on Saturday.

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India-Africa together can shape the future of world: Jaitley

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Terming the African Development Bank's (AfDB) annual meeting organized in India this year as a new chapter in India-Africa relationship, Union Finance Minister Arun Jailtey said both the countries together shape the future of the world.

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Leave travel concession case: Hearing to continue today

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The Patiala House Court will on Tuesday continue hearing in the Leave Travel Concession (LTC) case against Rajya Sabha member Anil Kumar Sahani.

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Haryana boys break record at Asian Youth Athletics C'ships

Updated: May 23, 2017 01:02 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], May 23 (ANI): Haryana youngsters Abhay Gupta and Sahil Silwal made history at the 2nd Asian Youth Athletics Championships by clinching the gold and silver medals respectively and breaking the championship record in the boys' discus throw competition at the Suphachalasai National Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Monday.

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ISSF World Cup: Jitu Rai fails to qualify for 10m Air Pistol finals

Updated: May 23, 2017 00:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Ace Indian shooter Jitu Rai failed to qualify for the finals of the men's 10m Air Pistol in the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol) being held at the Olympic Shooting Range in Munich, Germany on Monday.

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Ex-MotoGP champion Nicky Hayden dies at 35

Updated: May 23, 2017 00:23 IST

London [UK], May 23 (ANI): 2006 MotoGP champion Nicky Hayden died on Monday five days after being involved in a road accident.

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National football team's preparatory camp kicks-off in Mumbai

Updated: May 23, 2017 00:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): The National Team Camp in preparation for the forthcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifying match against Kyrgyz Republic has kicked-off in Mumbai with players for stage 1 having reported on Saturday.

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Trump in Israel: 'Rare opportunity' to achieve peace in Middle East

Updated: May 22, 2017 23:40 IST

London [U.K.], May 22 (ANI): After his meeting with the Muslim leaders in Saudi Arabia, United States President Donald Trump has said that the meet was "a rare opportunity" to bring peace to the strife-torn Middle Eastern region.

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Maha ATS to probe if Indian arrested in Pak is connected with SIMI

Updated: May 22, 2017 23:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): After an Indian national was arrested from the F-8 area of Islamabad on Sunday over allegedly possessing inadequate travel documents, the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) got in touch with the Centre to probe if the 'Nabi', who figured in the interrogation, is the same 'Nabi', who had connections with the (SIMI) in 2005-06.

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Ashoke Pandit supports Paresh Rawal with 'heart and soul'

Updated: May 22, 2017 23:11 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): Hours after Bollywood actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Paresh Rawal raked up a Twitter storm after he took a jibe at noted writer Arundhati Roy, filmmaker and social activist Ashoke Pandit came in support of the saffron party leader asserting that Roy has always been an 'anti-national' person.

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UP Min. Shastri rubbishes report on scrapping of minority quota

Updated: May 22, 2017 23:11 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh's Social Welfare Minister Ramapati Shastri on Monday denounced media reports that the Yogi Adityanath-led government was planning to scrap 20 percent quota for minorities in welfare schemes.

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Biopic makers have been unjust to us: Neerja Bhanot's brother

Updated: May 22, 2017 23:02 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Producers of the movie 'Neerja' Atul Kasbekar, along with the owners of Bling Entertainment are reportedly embroiled in a legal battle against the Bhanot family as they have received a notice of arbitration from Neerja Bhanot's brothers, Akhil and Aneesh, for a breach of contract.

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Major Gogoi, who tied Kashmiri local to jeep, awarded by Gen. Rawat

Updated: May 22, 2017 22:29 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 22 (ANI): Major Leetul Gogoi, the Army officer who tied a man to the bonnet of a jeep as a 'human shield' against a stone-pelting mob in Jammu and Kashmir, has been awarded by Chief of Army Staff's (COAS) Commendation Card for his sustained distinguished service till now in counter-insurgency operations in the state.

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India-OPEC Institutional Dialogue: Dharmendra Pradhan stresses for no 'Asian Premium'

Updated: May 22, 2017 22:29 IST

Vienna [Austria], May 22 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan visited Vienna for co-chairing the 2nd India-Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Institutional Dialogue at the OPEC headquarters and strongly reiterated that as a large import destination there should be no 'Asian Premium' on the crude supplied to India and Asian buyers.

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Terror funding in Assam: 15 accused convicted in two NIA cases

Updated: May 22, 2017 22:03 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 22 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Guwahati on Monday convicted 15 people, including former militants, elected representatives and government officials in two cases in connection with terror-funding in Assam.

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Radha Mohan Singh assigned additional charge of Food Ministry

Updated: May 22, 2017 21:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Radha Mohan Singh on Monday was given the additional charge of Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.

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AIMPLB endorses its affidavit on triple talaq filed in SC

Updated: May 22, 2017 21:11 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Hours after the All Indian Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court stating that it would advise the Qazis to tell the brides and grooms to not resort to triple talaq in one sitting, AIMPLB member Zafaryab Jilani on Monday asserted that anyone who attempts it should be boycotted from the community.

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Centre requisitions 15 more Army teams for currency verification

Updated: May 22, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): The Centre on Monday requisitioned 15 more teams of the Army for currency verification and processing system machines.

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CBI registers case against Chotta Rajan's aide

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday registered a case against Chotta Rajan's aide Mukund Kanhailal Patel after he confessed to have worked for the gangster.

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Paresh Rawal rakes up Twitter storm over Arundhati Roy tweet

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Bollywood actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Paresh Rawal raked up a Twitter storm when he took to the micro-blogging site to post a seemingly out-of-context tweet that conveyed the idea of 'tying' noted writer Arundhati Roy to an Army jeep, drawing reference from a similar incident when a Kashmiri resident was tied to a jeep last month.

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Modi government's economic report card portends promising future

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): The economic report card of the Narendra Modi led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government portends promising future.

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CBI seeks permission to examine Shahabuddin in Rajdev Ranjan murder case

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday moved an application for seeking the court's permission to examine jailed Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Mohammad Shahabuddin in connection with the murder of Siwan journalist Rajdev Ranjan.

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Biennial Rajya Sabha elections deferred

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Keeping in view of the upcoming Presidential elections and the June 3 hacking challenge to political parties, the Election Commission on Monday deferred biennial Rajya Sabha elections for 10 seats in Goa, West Bengal and Gujarat, which were scheduled to take place on June 9.

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National-level shooter's husband charged of forceful conversion

Updated: May 22, 2017 20:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday filed a chargesheet against the husband and mother-in-law of national-level shooter Tara Sahdev for allegedly forcing her to convert to Islam.

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NHRC issues notice to DGP Jharkhand over mob lynching

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday took suo motu cognizance of a media report on mob lynching of seven persons on suspicion of being child kidnappers.

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Cultural, sports association with Pak not advisable: Union Sports Minister

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Commenting on the upcoming edition of the Pro Kabaddi League, where for the first time the auction will see as many as 10 Pakistani players facing the process, Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Monday stated that extending any cultural or sports association with Islamabad was not "advisable."

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Delhi: Operation conducted to deport 'illegally' staying foreigners

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The South District Police and the Foreigner Regional Registration Office (FRRO) on Monday conducted a joint operation to deport illegally staying foreigners.

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As farming flourishes, Modi eyes doubling farmers' income by 2022

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): There are many areas in the country where the debt-ridden farmers continue to commit suicides. Though the Opposition parties target Modi government over the issue, but the Centre maintains that the dilapidated condition of the farmers was 'handiwork' of previous governments and it was not possible to change the fortunes of the farmers overnight. However, after assuming the power in 2014, Modi government started implementing its policies for the agriculture sector.

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CBI to investigate IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's death

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:20 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): The murder case of IAS Officer Anurag Tiwari was on Monday transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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Don't want to beg: Lt. Col. Niranjan's friend on road rename issue

Updated: May 22, 2017 19:20 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): After Minister of Bengaluru Development and Town Planning K.C. George assured that the Karnataka Government "another" road in Lt. Col Niranjan E.K.'s honour, if not the one for which the Karnataka Aam Aadmi Party and the residents of Vidyaranyapura has even started an online petition, the braveheart's friend Shashank Shiv Kumar on Monday said that they didn't "want to beg on this issue."

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2001 earthquake devastated Kutch, people resurrected it: PM Modi

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:59 IST

Kandla (Gujarat) [India] May 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday landed in Kutch even as he marked the onset of his two-day Gujarat visit to talk over various programmes.

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SRF limited announces Q4 and FY17 financial results

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): SRF Limited, a chemical based multi-business entity engaged in the manufacturing of industrial and specialty intermediates today announced its consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2017 under Indian Accounting Standards (IndAS). The company's audited results were approved by the Board of Directors in a meeting held today in Gurgaon, Haryana.

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CBDT signs two more Unilateral APA's with Indian taxpayers

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Monday announced entering into two Unilateral Advance Pricing Agreements (APA) with Indian taxpayers on May 4 and 11 respectively, out of which one agreement holds a rollback provision.

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Yechury tears into 'communal BJP' over Jharkhand lynching

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (CPI) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Monday condemned the killing of six people by a mob on the suspicion of being 'child-lifters' and said the incident indicated complete failure of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state.

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1984 Anti-Sikh Riots: Tytler again refuses to undergo lie detector test

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Congress leader Jagdish Tytler on Monday refused to undergo lie detector test before a Delhi court in connection with the 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots case.

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Nepal Budget session adjourned till May 23

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:11 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal]. May 22 (ANI): With less than three weeks left for commencement of the second phase local polls in the Nepal plains, the new session of parliament began on Monday starting with discussions over the budget.

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Bhandarkar case: Preeti Jain's bail extended till June 7

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:11 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): The Bombay High Court on Monday extended the bail granted to model Preeti Jain till June 7 and admitted her appeal in which she has challenged a lower court's order.

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Herbalife Nutrition survey reveals interesting insights on balanced nutrition

Updated: May 22, 2017 18:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Global nutrition company Herbalife Nutrition undertook a survey on balanced nutrition in 12 markets across Asia Pacific and surveyed more than 6,000 consumers to understand eating habits, exercise and lifestyle habits among them.

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Bella Hadid debuts a platinum necklace at opening ceremony of 'Cannes Film Festival'

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Exquisitely crafted platinum jewellery is truly a red carpet favorite at Cannes this year.

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Mitchell Santner attains career-best ODI ranking

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:49 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 22 (ANI): New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has attained a career-best 11th spot in the ICC Player Rankings for ODI Bowlers after taking seven wickets in the ongoing Ireland tri-series which also features Bangladesh.

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Microsoft India, TSSC sign MoU under Project Sangam; aims at skill development of Telecom Sector

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Microsoft India on Monday announced signing of an today Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) to jointly explore how Project Sangam will help enhance skills of executives in the telecom sector and create a more viable skilling ecosystem.

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AIPMLB files affidavit in SC, to issue advisory against triple talaq

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The All Indian Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Monday filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court on Monday and said it would advise the Qazis to tell the brides and grooms to not resort to "triple talaq in one sitting."

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PSL spot-fixing row: Latif's lawyer chides PCB's tribunal for 'biased attitude'

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:34 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Suspended batsman Khalid Latif lawyer has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board's Anti-Corruption tribunal for donning a biased attitude in their ongoing probe into the Pakistan Super League (PSL) spot-fixing scandal.

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Movingsolutions.in comes up with legitimate packers and movers services in Bangalore

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:21 IST

Bangalore [India], May 22 (ANI-Businesswire India): Relocating household goods from one place/city to another can be really one of the most challenging, hectic and stressful events of life. Whether it is a local shift within the city of Bangalore or relocating home from this city to another city of India, it would be a complicated and time-consuming process for an individual to do it all alone. There are lots of hassles, tedious tasks and unpleasant issues involved with the process of relocation which can pester an individual badly. On the other hands, hiring services of one of the credible and competent packers and movers in Bangalore would be a great decision with respect to simplify the relocating process and turn the circumstance into the easygoing and smooth affair.

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IIFA 2017 nominations are out!

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The nominations in the popular category for the much awaited award event of the Hindi film industry- IIFA Awards- are out and looks like 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' is ruling the list!

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WB: Left protestors clash with police, demand food security

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:15 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 22 (ANI): The clashes between the Left-wing protestors with the West Bengal Police, during the 'Nabanno Abhijan' march, turned violent on Monday.

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AAP `throws out` whoever raises voice: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:15 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI):Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Monday, continuing his tirade against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, said that whoever "tries to raise a voice in the party is immediately thrown out," adding p

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AasaanJobs unveils Interview scheduling feature on its platform

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Online recruitment marketplace AasaanJobs on Monday announced the roll out of its 'Interview scheduling' feature for employers and candidates, which will allow employers to specify and pick different time slots for scheduling interviews with job aspirants.

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Congress castigates Pakistan on Jadhav, Centre over national security

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:10 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India] May 22 (ANI): The Congress on Monday said that Pakistan will have to face serious consequences if it didn't follow the International Court of Justice (ICJ) order on Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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2001 earthquake devastated Kutch, people made it walk again: PM Modi

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:07 IST

Kandla (Gujarat) [India] May 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday landed in Kutch even as he marked the onset of his two-day Gujarat visit to talk over various programmes.

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BJP's pan-India publicity fest 'MODI' starts from May 26

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be organising a pan-Indian festival like publicity campaign to highlight the achievements of the Narendra Modi led National Democratic Alliance's three year rule. The campaign name has been linked with the surname of the prime minister- 'Making of Developed India (MODI).

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TMP protesting against Rajinikanth 'just to get noticed': TN BJP

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:01 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 22 (ANI): Slamming the Thamizhar Munetra Padai (TMP) leaders, who raised slogans against Rajinikanth, Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Tamilisai Soundararajan on Monday asserted that this group had been doing such stunts and drama just to get noticed.

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Sudirman Cup: Sindhu lone winner in India's 1-4 defeat to Denmark

Updated: May 22, 2017 17:01 IST

Gold Coast [Australia], May 22 (ANI): Rio Olympics silver-medallist P V Sindhu was the only good performer on the dismal day as India slumped to a 1-4 defeat against Denmark in their opening match of the Sudirman Cup mixed team badminton championship at the Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium here on Monday.

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Schneider Electric hires Venkatraman Swaminathan as lead for IT Division, India zone

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Schneider Electric the global specialist in energy management and automation on Monday announced appointment of Venkatraman Swaminathan as the Vice-President, IT Division - India Zone.

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Pak SC rules out extra time for Panama Papers JIT

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:54 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Pakistan's Supreme Court on Monday ruled out giving more time to the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to conduct its probe on the Sharif family's business dealings abroad.

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Truecaller rolls out Group Messaging and MMS features for users

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Communications platform Truecaller on Monday unveiled its latest update of group messaging and MMS features on its app, which will enable users to share pictures, loop in the same text when communicating among friends along with the bolt speed flash messaging.

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Indian doctors stranded in China haven't yet contacted CGI

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The 25 Indian doctors attached with the Malad Medical Association (MMA), who were on a trip to China and were struck in Shenzhen over nonpayment of dues, have not contacted the Consulate General of India, sources said on Monday.

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Pakistan: Five killed in Khyber Agency blast

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:36 IST

Khyber Agency [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): At least five people were killed in an IED explosion targetting peace committee workers near Dars Jummat area in Akka Khel of Bara tehsil on Monday.

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Trump lands in Tel Aviv for his tour's second stop

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:16 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 22 (ANI): Donald Trump landed in Tel Aviv, Israel on Monday for the second leg of his first foreign trip as United States President.

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IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's death: Murder case registered

Updated: May 22, 2017 16:07 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): A murder case was registered in connection with IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's mysterious death after his brother Mayank Tiwari filed an FIR against unknown persons at Lucknow's Hazratganj Police Station under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

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Pearl Academy's students reimagine Mumbai through #MumbaiByDesign

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): Pearl Academy, India's leading private institution in design, fashion, creative businesses and media, concluded its ten-day long campaign - #MumbaiByDesign which celebrated the quintessential Mumbai through a series of initiatives across the city.

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Karachi Literature Festival celebrated for the 1st time in London

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:37 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): London recently experienced Pakistan's, while celebrating Karachi Literature Festival, for the first time outside Pakistan.

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Uttarakhand: Five killed after boulder falls on bus

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:30 IST

Almora (Uttarakhand) [India], May 22 (ANI): At least five people were killed and more than six people suffered injuries after a boulder fell on a bus at Kakrighat in Almora in Uttarakhand.

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foodpanda raises USD 431.45 million from Naspers

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Online marketplace for food delivery foodpanda on Monday announced receiving of investment worth USD 431.45 million from global internet and entertainment group Naspers into its parent company Delivery Hero.

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'Anti-poor, anti-Dalit' mentality ingrained in BJP's DNA: Congress

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:26 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India] May 22 (ANI): Anti-poor and anti-Dalit mentality is part of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) DNA, alleged Congress on Monday in wake of the Dalit meal row surrounding B.S. Yeddyurappa.

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New device could detect inflammation in lungs

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): To improve the management of asthma and other respiratory diseases, researchers have created a graphene-based sensor that could lead to earlier detection of looming asthma attacks.

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Sohail or Amin to replace `unfit` Akmal in Champions Trophy: Inzamam

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:23 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Inzamam-ul-Haq, chief selector of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has revealed that left-handed batsmen Umar Amin and Haris Sohail are under consideration to replace middle-order batsman Umar Akmal in the national squad for the Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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CM Raman Singh warns PWD against compromise in quality

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:23 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India] May 22 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh on Monday presaged that his government will not compromise over quality in regard with construction of roads and government building in the state.

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Rajinikanth should stick to acting, he has no idea about Constitution: Swamy

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Tamil superstar Rajinikanth's supposed entry into the political arena, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday said the current situation of politics in Tamil Nadu does not demand 'uneducated' candidates.

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Coal Scam: Bail for ex-coal secy Gupta, others after jail term sentence

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Bail was granted to Coal Ministry ex-Secretary H.C. Gupta and two other officials K.S. Kropha and K.C. Smaria, soon after a Special Court on Monday sentenced them to two years in jail in the coal block allocation case involving Kamal Sponge Steel and Power Ltd (KSSPL).

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Cannes 2017: Sonam looks fiery in red on Day 6

Updated: May 22, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): After mesmerising everyone with her first red carpet appearance at 70th Cannes film Festival, Sonam Kapoor has started her second day on a brighter note at the French Riviera.

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AIADMK symbol bribery: Special court rejects bail for 'middleman' Chandrashekhar

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): A special court has refused to grant bail to Sukesh Chandrashekhar, the alleged middlemen in the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) bribery case on Monday.

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Despite besting Djokovic, Alexander Zverev backs Nadal for French Open glory

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:58 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 22 (ANI): German tennis player Alexander Zverev, who lifted his first Masters crown at the Italian Open on Sunday, has refused to back himself to clinch French Open title and instead called on 14-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal to emerge victorious at the Roland Garros.

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Zeta, Sodexo tie-up to create a unified platform for digital employee benefits

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Fintech start-up Zeta, which offers digital employee benefits for tax optimisation, has tied up with Sodexo Benefits and Rewards India for administration of digital employee benefits in the country.

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BMC demands exemption for corporators at toll booths

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Monday passed a notice of motion demanding exemption to its corporators at all toll booths across Maharashtra as MPs and MLAs are also exempted.

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Big boost in travel queries from smaller cities this summer: Google Search Trends

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): With Summer break around the corner, Google India recently revealed the top travel search trends for this summer, based on searches conducted by Indians between the months of February to April this year.

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`Half Girlfriend` vs. `Hindi Medium`: 1st weekend BO report

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Looks like 'Half Girlfriend' defeated 'Hindi Medium' at the Box Office on the first weekend!

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Favourable monsoon will have positive impact for firms like Ruchi Soya Industries

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:49 IST

Mumbai [India], May 22 (ANI-Businesswire India): The India Meteorological Department (IMD's) recent prediction of favourable monsoon in India is likely to have a positive impact for companies in the agricultural sector like Ruchi Soya Industries Limited.

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Keeping wraps on CPEC investment in agri-sector detrimental to Pak

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:35 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Domestic manufacturing in Pakistan is likely to be adversely affected by the USD 51 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project, a Pakistan-origin freelance columnist has cautioned in an editorial for the Dawn.

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Hazardous wastes in India mounting at the rate of 2-5 pct per year: ASSOCHAM-PwC

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): As per the joint study conducted by ASSOCHAM and PwC, in India, about 10 to 15 percent of wastes produced by industries are hazardous and the generation of hazardous wastes is increasing at the rate of two to five percent per year.

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Politicos, citizens call for exemplary punishment for Mashal Khan's killers

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Prominent leaders of political and religious parties, and members of civil society, have united together to condemn the killing of Mashal Khan and called for exemplary punishment for his murderers.

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CM Adityanath has assured us justice: Kin of IAS officer Anurag Tiwari

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:13 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Family of late IAS officer Anurag Tiwari, who was found dead in mysterious conditions outside a VIP guest house in Lucknow, on Monday met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and said they were assured of justice by him.

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BJP shrugs off 'part time politician' Rahul Gandhi's salvo on PM Modi

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Hitting back at Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the 'deteriorating law and order condition' in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled states, the ruling dispensation on Monday shrugged off his salvo saying he was a 'part time politician' who is fed selective information to grab eyeballs.

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Nepal's RPP calls for emergency meeting at Dhumbarahi office

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:13 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 22 (ANI): In the wake of its bad performance in the first phase of local body elections, Nepal's Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has called for an emergency meeting of its Central Executive Committee on Monday.

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Key to getting a second date!

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:13 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): First dates are always filled with assumptions and tensions as to whether it will lead to a second date or not.

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Terminator 6: Arnold Schwarzenegger confirms his return

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:04 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): It seems like Terminator franchise is finally movie into the right direction.

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French football star Robert Pires to visit Pakistan in July

Updated: May 22, 2017 14:01 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): French football star and former Arsenal winger Robert Pires will visit Pakistan in July.

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Know how to dress for a wildlife holiday this summer

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Summer is upon us, and with it comes an activity that is much loved - planning a vacation. While some may want to escape to the mountains, and others prefer to head to the beach, but here we are for those who love to keep it a little wild.

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Ind vs Pak: Champions Trophy clash great opportunity to become hero, says Azhar Mahmood

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:52 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Pakistan bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has called on his side's players to see the upcoming Champions Trophy clash against India as a great opportunity for them to shine and become heroes.

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Cannot take Rajnath's assurance on Kashmir seriously: Congress

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): Criticising the Centre for failing in countering the 'adventurism' of the Pakistan Army along the border, the Congress Party on Monday said Home Minister Rajnath Singh's assurance of a closure to the Kashmir issue 'cannot be taken seriously'.

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Sheena Bora Murder: Special CBI court adjourns hearing till June 12

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:52 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): The hearing in the Sheena Bora murder case has been adjourned till June 12 in the Mumbai's special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Monday.

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IPL betting menace: Nine held in Rohini for betting on finale

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May.22 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Monday arrested nine bookies from Rohini area of the national capital for allegedly betting in the final-match of the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Political vendetta 'allegations' won't stop 'action' against corruption: UP Govt

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:30 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 22 (ANI): The Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh (UP) Government has made it clear that allegation of political vendetta will not stop its drive against corruption.

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Will name another road after Martyr Niranjan: Karnataka Govt.

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:30 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): After the Karnataka Government passed a resolution to rename the Doddbommasandra main road in Vidyarayanyapura after Lt Col Niranjan EK, who lost his life in the 2016 Pathankot attack, Minister of Bengaluru Development and Town Planning K C George on Monday said that they will be naming another road in his honour.

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Will correct anomalies in minority quota: UP Govt.

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:26 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 22 (ANI): The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh (UP) Government has confirmed that it is contemplating to correct the anomalies in the minority quota that was announced by the erstwhile Samajwadi Party (SP) Government led by Akhilesh Yadav.

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Pak Govt. sets aside Rs.44 billion for CPEC western route

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:26 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): The Pakistan Government is reported to have set aside Rs.44 billion for giving a serious push to projects lined up on the western route of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Death by Kissing Bugs more common than thought: Study

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:26 IST

New York [USA], May 22 (ANI): Kissing Bugs, who like to bite humans around their lips and faces, as they sleep, are more dangerous than you have ever thought of.

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Youth killed by CM's son: SC issues notice to Centre, Manipur Govt.

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 22 (AN): The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to the Centre and the Manipur Government, upon the plea filed by the parents of a youth killed by Ajay Meetai, son of Chief Minister Biren Singh in a 2011 road rage case.

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Virtual reality porn can raise issues about consent: Study

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:13 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): According to a recent study, popularity of virtual reality pornography could cause a blurred line between real life and fantasy.

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Clinical trial gives hope to lung disease patients

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): A 'game changing' clinical trial has given hope to patients with severe lung disease.

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Congress dismisses ICJ intervention in Kashmir issue

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:03 IST

New Delhi [India] May 22 (ANI): Responding to reports of Pakistan's alleged move to seek redressal on the Kashmir issue from the International Court of Justice, the Congress on Monday, while dismissing the plausibility of the same, said the ICJ's interference in the matter is not a practical move, adding that Islamabad is gravely 'mistaken in the matter'.

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24 injured in bomb explosion in Bangkok

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:03 IST

Bangkok [Thailand], May 22 (ANI): At least 24 people have reportedly been injured in a bomb explosion near the Phramongkutklao Hospital here on Monday.

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From maverick frames to blue mirror lenses, accessorize your summer look!

Updated: May 22, 2017 13:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): If you are a connoisseur of sunglasses, then you would of course know that they do not just shield your eyes from the sun's harmful radiation, but also add a distinct style quotient to your personality.

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Tamil fringe group protests against 'Kannadiga' Rajnikanth's entry in politics

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:54 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 22 (ANI): The Tamilar Munnetra Padai, a pro-Tamil group protested against Tamil superstar Rajnikanth's possible entry into politics here today, stating that he was a Kannadiga.

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Pak Embassy delivers JIT letter to Qatari prince

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:54 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Pakistan's Embassy in Qatar has reportedly delivered a sealed letter to Qatar's Prince Hamad Bin Jassim, that possibly contains a questionnaire from the Joint Investigation Team (JIT), which is probing the Sharif family's offshore properties in relation to the Panamagate case.

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Defamation matter: Jaitley sues Kejriwal on being called 'crook' by Jethmalani

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday sued Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal under an additional defamation suit worth Rs. 10 crore, after the latter's Counsel Ram Jethmalani confirmed that Jaitley was called a 'crook' after being instructed by his client to do so.

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"Election oriented BJP" makes promises only for wins: Shiv Sena

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:46 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Monday said the Election Commission (EC) should take strong note of the false promises given to the voters during the time of campaigning by the candidates.

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Family planning may reduce rising number of children in out-of-home care

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:43 IST

London [USA], May 22 (ANI): A data by Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) shows that the rate at which non-Indigenous children have been placed in short or long-term care has more than doubled over the past 18 years, and more than tripled for Indigenous children.

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KENT RO hosts live cooking session with Master Chef Pankaj Bhadouria

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI-NewsVoir): It's time for hunger pangs and cravings for home cooked food well, Noodles, Pastas, dosas, juices, smoothies and soups. Just name it and you will be up for making it! If your kitchen is equipped with the perfect Kitchen Appliances, making a variety of these scrumptious, healthy, fresh and hygienic dishes is no longer a time consuming process. "KENT Smart chef appliances" has introduced the all new and innovative KENT Noodles & Pasta Maker and KENT Turbo Grinder and Blender to cook healthy and cook fast.

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Aircel-Maxis case: CBI files plea against Maran brothers

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 22 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday filed a plea in the Delhi High Court against former Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran and his brother Kalanithi Maran in the Aircel Maxis case.

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To land CPEC-linked jobs, more Pak students learning Chinese

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:41 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): The impact of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project, it seems, is being felt in educational institutions in the country, for more and more than students have reportedly taken to learning the Chinese language for short and long term benefit.

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Even moderate drinking may not keep heart disease at bay

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): If you feel having a glass of wine with dinner or moderately consuming any kind of alcohol is going to save you from heart disease, then you might have to think over it again!

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Norflok white wine chosen one of the 'best in the world'

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:29 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): A bottle of Norflok White wine costing 13 GBP has been named one of the best in the world.

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Australia: Indian cabbie hospitalized post racial attack

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:20 IST

Hobart [Australia], May 22 (ANI): An Indian cab driver suffered injuries and fell prey to a racist attack in Sandy Bay, Tasmania, on Friday.

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Pak lawyer Khawar Qureshi represented India once in U.S. case

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Lawyer Khawar Qureshi who represented the Pakistan Government at the Inter­national Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing in The Hague in connection with the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, represented India 15 years ago in an arbitration matter in the United States.

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You are more likely to smoke if you like tobacco ads

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): According to a recent research, if you like or remember tobacco ads, you are more likely to smoke cigarettes in the future.

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Instagram is terrible for your 'Status of Mind': Study

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:14 IST

New York [USA], May 22 (ANI): Now, this might dishearten all the Instagrammers out there!

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Pak's FIA cracks down on 'anti-army campaigners'

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:08 IST

Islamabad/Lahore [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has reportedly identified dozens of suspects involved in what it calls an "organised" campaign against the country's armed forces on social media.

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Maharashtra Assembly passes GST Bill

Updated: May 22, 2017 12:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Maharashtra Assembly on Monday passed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill in a session of its lower house.

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Collective effort responsible for Mumbai Indians' IPL-10 win

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:59 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 22 (ANI): After the Mumbai Indians lifted their record third Indian Premier League (IPL) title, skipper Rohit Sharma credited his team's collective efforts for their plucky one-run win over rivals Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) in the 2017 finals on Sunday.

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Jharkhand lynching: Rahul Gandhi corners PM Modi over lawlessness in BJP-ruled states

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): In the wake of the horrifying Jharkhand lynching case, where a mob claimed six lives over suspicion of kidnapping, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deteriorating law and order condition in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ruled states.

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Sidharth Malhotra supports Siddharth Roy Kapur's view on GST

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): After terming the decision of imposing entertainment rate and service tax of 28 percent in GST on cinema tickets a huge setback, UTV's Siddharth Roy Kapur has finally found support in actor Sidharth Malhotra, who thinks the same.

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Late IAS Tiwari's kin slam 'lax' police, press for CBI inquiry

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:49 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): "My son was an honest man," says the grieving mother of IAS son Anurag Tiwari who died under mysterious circumstances few days back, while adding that her family will be pressing for a through probe into his death by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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You may blame the polluted air for disrupted sleep!

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:43 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): If you are not having a sound sleep, then there might be fault in the air!

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L&T Technology Services Limited positioned in Winners Circle by HfS in Industry 4.0 Blueprint Report

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:36 IST

Bangalore [India], May 22 (ANI-Businesswire India): L&T Technology Services Limited, a leading global pure-play engineering services company, announced it has been positioned in the "Winners Circle" by HfS Research, The Services Research Company in

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Bill Pullman delivers 'Independence Day' speech at college graduation

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): After a wait of 21-long-years, Bill Pullman finally found a stage to deliver one of the most popular movie speeches of all time.

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Omkar Realtors promotional channel partner meet creates history

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:32 IST

Mumbai [India], May 22 (ANI-Businesswire India):Mumbai-based Omkar Realtors and Developers, a market leader in redevelopment and luxury residential projects, created history in India's real estate sector with a grand gathering of 1200-plus channel partners from across Mumbai, India, Dubai, GCC region, Singapore, Hong Kong who attended the promotional event by Omkar's for its new product offering 'SIGNET by Omkar', a project offering efficient and compact 1 and 2 BHKs at Malad East on Western Express Highway.

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Naugam operation: Jaitley hails Indian troops for foiling infiltration

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 22 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday hailed the Indian troops for successfully foiling the infiltration bid by terrorists along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Naugam sector in Jammu and Kashmir yesterday.

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Arjun, Anil Kapoor are "up to no good" in first poster of 'Mubarakan'

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The famous uncle-nephew duo Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor promise a triple dose of fun with the first poster of their upcoming movie 'Mubarakan'.

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Caught on cam: Bajrang Dal members vandalise toll plaza

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:09 IST

Muzaffarnagar (UP) [India], May 22 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a group of Bajrang Dal activists were seen ransacking a toll plaza on the Indore-Dewas border late Sunday afternoon.

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UP Govt. swaps 'panjiri' with 'ladoo' in Anganwadi centres

Updated: May 22, 2017 11:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): In a bid to fight malnutrition the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide ladoo's instead of panjiri (an Indian sweet dish) for children and pregnant women in Anganwadi centres across the state.

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Abdul Wali Khan University reopens over a month after Mashal Khan's lynching

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:55 IST

Mardan [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Mardan's Abdul Wali Khan University reopened on Monday, more than a month after one of its students, Mashal Khan, was lynched by an angry mob for allegedly posting blasphemous content online.

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Cricket fraternity hails Mumbai Indians for lifting record third IPL title

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The cricket fraternity has come in unison to praise the Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians, who pulled off a nerve-wracking one-run win over Rising Pune Supergiants to lift this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) title in a low-scoring final on Sunday.

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Lucknowites alert: No helmet, no fuel!

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:50 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): In an endeavor to ensure safety and discourage bikers riding without helmets, the Lucknow police has taken a unique step to not allow anyone one to refill their vehicles if caught without the protective head gear.

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DA case: Virbhadra Singh moves bail application, next hearing on May 29th

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 22 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and the other accused in the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case, moved the special CBI court for bail here today.

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Big B cheers Mumbai Indians' IPL triumph

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Cricket fans, including megastar Amitabh Bachchan gave up hopes on Mumbai Indians winning the IPL Season 10 Trophy on Sunday night.

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Dalit meal row: BJP defends Yeddyurappa, says allegations 'politically motivated'

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:34 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): Downplaying allegations against State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief B.S. Yedyyurappa of eating breakfast brought from a nearby hotel at a Dalit household in Tumakuru, the BJP while defending its chief said the allegations are purely politically motivated.

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Yeddyurappa under fire for eating 'hotel food' at Dalit's house

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:26 IST

Tumakuru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief B.S. Yedyyurappa is once against amidst a brewing controversy over claims of promoting untouchability, as he had a meal at a Dalit's home that was allegedly prepared and brought to him from a nearby hotel.

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Tight security for Trump's visit to Israel, Palestine

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:26 IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 22 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump will be visiting Israel and the Palestinian territories on Monday and Tuesday.

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Kerala: Congress goes on strike after fisherman killed by stray dogs

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:26 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 22 (ANI): The state Congress on Monday observed a strike in Trivandrum's Pulluvila, where a 50-year-old fisherman was killed by a pack of stray dogs.

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Dan Reynolds pays tribute to Chris Cornell at BBMAs 2017

Updated: May 22, 2017 10:07 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 22 (ANI): Audioslave singer Chris Cornell passed away last week and today BBMAs held a moment of silence for the late singer.

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Worry about Saudi carrying out another 9/11: Iran to Trump

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:58 IST

London [U.K.], May 22 (ANI): Rejecting Donald Trump's continuous attacks on Tehran, Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif Khonsari said that the U.S. President should rather discuss how to prevent Saudi Arabia from carrying out another 9/11 attack.

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Delhi: Youth killed amid quarrel between Dhaba workers

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): A youth was killed in a violent scuffle that broke out between two workers of a Dhaba in Delhi's Daryaganj's Kucha Parmanand.

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Nicki Minaj opens 2017 BBMAs with a bang

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): Nicki Minaj surely knows how to make an entrance!

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UP: SP leader shot dead by unknown assailants

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:29 IST

Ballia (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Sumer Singh was shot dead by two unknown motorcycle borne assailants last night here.

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Luxurious Tejas Express to be inaugurated today

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:24 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): The stage is set for the inauguration of the Indian Railways' first ever high-speed luxurious train, Tejas Express, which will embark on its inaugural journey here today.

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Drake surpasses Adele, becomes biggest single year winner ever at BBMA 2017

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:09 IST

Los Angeles [US], May 22 (ANI): Drake was the big winner at this year's Billboard Music Awards!

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Miley Cyrus tears up while performing at 2017 Billboard Music Awards

Updated: May 22, 2017 09:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): It seems like the sky is more blue in Malibu.

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Family of late IAS officer Anurag Tiwari to meet CM Adityanath today

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:59 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath here on Monday will meet the family of late IAS officer Anurag Tiwari, who was found dead outside Meera Bai VIP guest house in Hazratganj area of Lucknow.

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No bilateral meet between Trump-Sharif at Saudi Summit

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:58 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 22 (ANI): United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump did not schedule a meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, even as he met Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani and Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the sidelines of the Riyadh Summit.

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Kerala stray dog menace: 50-year-old fisherman mauled to death

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:53 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 22 (ANI): In yet another incident of fatal stray dog attack in Kerala, a 50-year-old fisherman was succumbed to his injuries after being mauled by a pack of stray dogs in Trivandrum's Pulluvila.

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BBMA2017: And the winners are..

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): The 2017 Billboard Music Awards honoured the top-charting artists from 2016-17.

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BBMA2017: Celine Dion marks 20th anniversary of `My Heart Will Go On`

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 22 (ANI): Music icon Celine Dion owned the stage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards as she celebrated the 20th anniversary of her smash hit 'My Heart Will Go On'.

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MoS Finance confirms July 1 roll out of 'all-inclusive' GST

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:40 IST

Bareily (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Following up from the meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) council on May 18 and 19, Minister of State for Finance Santosh Gangwar said the stage is set for the scheduled roll out of the GST Bill on July 1st.

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Jharkhand: Twin blasts rock Hazaribagh railway station

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:29 IST

Giridih (Jharkhand) [India], May 22 (ANI): Panic and chaos ensued after two blasts took place late on Sunday night in Hazaribagh railway station of Jharkhand.

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Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus close after 146 years

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:21 IST

New York [U.S.], May 22 (ANI): After being a part of American history for 146 years, the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus performed their last show on Sunday in the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

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Much-needed showers brings relief for Delhi-NCR from searing heat

Updated: May 22, 2017 08:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Reeling under heatwave conditions, Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR) residents got respite on Monday morning as rain lashed through the night, bringing down the temperature to 29 degree Celsius.

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Melania, Ivanka Trump abstain from wearing headscarves in S. Arabia

Updated: May 22, 2017 07:01 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 22 (ANI): United States First Lady Melania Trump and President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump eschewed the strict Saudi Arabia dress code while attending different events in the country.

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150 percent hike for Grade A players proposed by Kohli, Kumble

Updated: May 22, 2017 07:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): India cricket team coach Anil Kumble and skipper Virat Kohli have demanded a 150 percent hike for Grade A players, who have contracts with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and a 50 percent hike for the support staff.

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Arsenal fail to qualify for Champions League for first time in 21 years

Updated: May 22, 2017 06:28 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): Arsenal failed to qualify for the Champions League for the first time since Arsene Wenger took over as manager in 1996 despite beating Everton 3-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday on the final day of the Premier League season.

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PM Modi's two-day Gujarat visit begins today

Updated: May 22, 2017 06:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Monday visit Gujarat, during which he will join various programmes in Kutch and Gandhinagar.

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Battle against extremism is fight of good versus evil: Tillerson

Updated: May 22, 2017 06:05 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 22 (ANI): Asserting that fight of good against evil has nothing to do with religion or any country, United States Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has said that the battle against extremism is a fight of good versus evil.

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Serious efforts being made by govt. to resolve Kashmir issue: BJP

Updated: May 22, 2017 05:04 IST

Bengaluru/New Delhi (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): Standing by the statement of Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Kashmir, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that a serious effort is being carried out by the Government of India in resolving the issue.

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U.S. might be "milking" S. Arabia of USD 480 billion: Iran's Foreign Minister

Updated: May 22, 2017 04:32 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 22 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on United States President Donald Trump for his comments on Iran during an Arab-Islamic-American Summit in Riyadh on Sunday, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said the U.S. might be "milking" Saudi Arabia of $480 billion after the two sides signed major deals.

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Pak funding: NIA needs to expand its circle of investigation, advises Jalali

Updated: May 22, 2017 04:26 IST

Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): While appreciating the National Investigation Agency's (NIA) move of questioning the separatist leaders with regard to terror funding in Kashmir, senior journalist Rahul Jalali on Monday said the probe agency needs to expand its circle of investigation.

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Simla Agreement binds Pak to solve Kashmir issue bilaterally: Congress

Updated: May 22, 2017 04:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Reminding Pakistan of the Simla Agreement over Advisor to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz's 'taking Kashmir issue to the International Court of Justice (ICJ)' assertion, the Congress Party on Monday said Islamabad cannot succeed in any such endeavour as the accord binds the two countries to solve it bilaterally.

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Raut, Raj help Indian eves win Quadrangular Series

Updated: May 22, 2017 04:18 IST

Potchefstroom [South Africa], May 22 (ANI): Brilliant half-centuries from Poonam Raut and Mithali Raj helped the Indian women's cricket team beat South Africa by eight wickets to win the Quadrangular Series at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom on Sunday.

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'Will find a solution to Kashmir' is BJP's pet dialogue, mocks Congress

Updated: May 22, 2017 03:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): While taking a dig at Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh's remark on Kashmir, the Congress Party on Monday said that it is the pet dialogue of the ruling dispensation, adding that until it changes its 'Hindu rashtra' mindset, the incumbent government would not be able to succeed at finding a solution to Kashmir.

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Umar Akmal removed from Pak's Champions Trophy squad

Updated: May 22, 2017 03:18 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 22 (ANI): Middle-order Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal has been recalled from England and has been removed from the Champions Trophy squad after he failed to clear a fitness test.

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Champions Chelsea give perfect send-off to John Terry

Updated: May 22, 2017 02:31 IST

London [UK], May 22 (ANI): Chelsea ended the Premier League season with a comfortable 5-1 win over bottom club Sunderland, thus giving a perfect farewell to their captain John Terry on Sunday.

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German woman, security guard killed by gunmen in Kabul

Updated: May 22, 2017 02:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 22 (ANI): A German woman and a security guard were killed after unknown gunmen attacked a guesthouse in Kabul.

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Real Madrid outclass Malaga to clinch La Liga title in 5 years

Updated: May 22, 2017 02:11 IST

Malaga [Spain], May 22 (ANI): Real Madrid defeated Malaga 2-0 to secure their first LaLiga title since 2012 at La Rosaleda on Sunday evening, courtesy goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, thus making Barcelona's comeback victory against Eibar irrelevant.

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1984 anti-Sikh riots: Delhi court to pronounce order on Tytler's lie-detector test

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Karkardooma Court will on Monday pronounce its order on the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) plea, seeking permission to conduct a lie-detector test on Congress leader Jagdish Tytler in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case.

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AIADMK symbol case: Delhi court to pronounce order on Chandrashekhar's bail

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The Tis Hazari Court will on Monday pronounce its order on the bail plea of alleged middleman Sukesh Chandrashekhar with regard to the alleged bribery in the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) symbol case.

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U.S, Gulf Cooperation Council ink MoU to combat terrorism financing

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:48 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 22 (ANI): The United States and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a center to combat terrorism financing.

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Agassi to coach Djokovic at French Open

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:48 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 22 (ANI): Novak Djokovic on Sunday revealed that former world number one Andre Agassi will coach him at the French Open, which starts May 28.

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Babri case: Special CBI court to resume hearing today

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:48 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court will on Monday resume hearing in the Babri Masjid Demolition case.

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Alexander Zverev stuns Novak Djokovic to win Italian Open

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:13 IST

Rome [Italy], May 22 (ANI): Germany's Alexander Zverev stunned World No. 2 Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win the Italian Open's Men's Singles title on Sunday, thus confirming his status as a French Open dangerman.

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Coal Scam: Quantum of sentence for ex-coal secy H.C Gupta to be pronounced today

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court will on Monday pronounce the quantum of sentence for former coal secretary H.C. Gupta, Coal Ministry's then joint secretary K.S. Kropha, then director K.C. Samaria, besides others pertaining to alleged irregularities in allocation of Thesgora-B Rudrapuri coal block in Madhya Pradesh to Krishnapatnam Security Services Pvt. Ltd (KSSPL).

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DA case: Virbhadra Singh, wife likely to appear before Delhi court

Updated: May 22, 2017 01:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and his wife Pratibha Singh are likely to appear before the Patiala House Court in connection with the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case on Monday.

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Suicide attacks by Daesh militants kill 17 Iraqi soldiers in Mosul

Updated: May 22, 2017 00:49 IST

Mosul [Iraq], May 22 (ANI): At least 17 Iraqi soldiers were killed in separate suicide attacks by Daesh militants in Mosul on Sunday.

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Bengaluru FC beat Mohun Bagan 2-0 to clinch Federation Cup trophy

Updated: May 22, 2017 00:42 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 22 (ANI): JSW Bengaluru FC were crowned champions of the 38th edition of the Federation Cup after the Blues defeated Mohun Bagan 2-0 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

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Mumbai Indians beat Pune Supergiant by just one run to lift IPL 10 Trophy

Updated: May 22, 2017 00:35 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 22 (ANI): In a game which brought cricket fans across the world on the edge of their seats, Mumbai Indians defeated Rising Pune Supergiant by just one run to lift the coveted IPL Season 10 Trophy in a low-scoring final here on Sunday evening.

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Cannes 2017: Fashion queen Sonam Kapoor rules red carpet

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): She had, in an earlier interview, said that she did not prepare much for the Cannes Film Festival owing to her busy schedule, but her appearance on the red carpet of the French Riviera largely discredited her claim.

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Late Lt. Ummer Fayaz's colleagues remember him as 'dynamic,' 'helpful'

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Expressing deep sorrow on the demise of their beloved Army officer Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz, who was killed by terrorists in J-K's Shopian district earlier this month, his colleagues on Sunday remembered him to be having a "very dynamic personality".

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NIA continues probe in Pak funding case

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:20 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 21 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which reached here on Saturday to probe into the alleged funding by Pakistan for illegal activities in Kashmir, on Sunday continued questioning the separatist leaders regarding their involvement in raising, collecting and transferring funds through Hawala and other channels for terror funding in Kashmir.

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Trump acknowledges India as 'victim of terrorism' at Riyadh summit

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:17 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 21 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump, during his speech at the Arab-Islamic-U.S. summit, acknowledged that India was a victim of terrorism and asked countries to ensure that terror groups don't find sanctuaries on their soil.

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Tripura polls to be 'Waterloo' for BJP: Yechury

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:11 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India] May 21 (ANI): General secretary of Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) Sitaram Yechury on Sunday said that the Assembly elections in the Left-ruled Tripura in February next year would be a 'Waterloo' for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), making a reference to 1815's Battle of Waterloo, in which Napoleon Bonaparte met his 'final' defeat at the hands of the British and the Prussians.

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Trump holds Iranian regime responsible for 'instability' in Middle-east

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:01 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 21 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has lashed out at Iran, citing Tehran was responsible for the instability in the Middle-East.

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Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated because he loved peace: Chidambaram

Updated: May 21, 2017 23:01 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 21 (ANI): Former finance minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Sunday broke down while remembering late prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and said that he was assassinated because he was a "messenger of peace."

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Allegations prove others are scared of AAP's anti-corruption campaign: Kejriwal

Updated: May 21, 2017 22:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Following the series of allegations raised against him by a leader of his own party Kapil Mishra, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday asserted that the accusations show that the other political parties were scared of them and their "anti-corruption campaign."

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UDAN: A boost for tourism in Himachal

Updated: May 21, 2017 22:32 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating three years of its government at the Centre by virtue of which, the development across Himachal Pradesh is also being accessed.

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Property developers shouldn't invest in Indian market, says Chinese media

Updated: May 21, 2017 22:29 IST

Beijing [China], May 21 (ANI): China's semi-official mouthpiece, the Global Times, has asked Chinese property developers to avoid showing interest in housing projects in India.

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Pak paranoid with India, says defence expert

Updated: May 21, 2017 22:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Defence expert Brigadier (Retd.) P. K. Sehgal on Sunday said Pakistan's decision to arrest an Indian citizen was reflective of Islamabad' paranoia with India.

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President Trump advises Muslim countries to take lead in fighting extremism

Updated: May 21, 2017 21:55 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 21 (ANI): While addressing the leaders of 50 Muslim-majority countries on Sunday afternoon in his first speech on a foreign soil, United States President Donald Trump called on the Middle -eastern countries to combat the cr

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People in Naxalbari hope for another similar movement

Updated: May 21, 2017 21:45 IST

Naxalbari (West Bengal) [India] May 21 (ANI): At a time when the historic Naxalbari movement is set to clock its 50 years in a few days, Naxal leaders hope for a resurgence of the movement especially now when their rights are being denied.

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Amritsar Police busts terrorist module, arrests two

Updated: May 21, 2017 20:51 IST

Amritsar (Punjab) [India], May 21 (ANI): The Amristar Police, jointly with the help of Border Security Force (BSF), busted a terrorist module and arrested two cross border smugglers here on Sunday.

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Twitter co-founder apologises for helping elect Trump

Updated: May 21, 2017 20:10 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 21 (ANI): Twitter founder and co-creator of Blogger Evan Williams has publically apologised for providing tools - the micro blogging site - that might have played a role in the election of Donald Trump as U.S. President.

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Duterte says won't allow U.S. to treat Philippines as colony

Updated: May 21, 2017 20:08 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 21 (ANI): Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte said that he would not allow the United States to treat his country as a colony.

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Cong. opposes construction of Nathuram Godse memorial

Updated: May 21, 2017 20:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 21 (ANI): The Congress party on Sunday vehemently opposed the notion of building a memorial for Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse and asserted that the idea itself was wrong.

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DRI seizes 52 kg gold, concealed in metallic frame

Updated: May 21, 2017 19:44 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 21 (ANI): The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Sunday seized 52 kg of foreign mark gold worth Rs. 15 crore, which was concealed in the metallic frame and were smuggled in India through sea routes.

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'Sushant-Kriti: Showbiz's latest lovebirds' are too hot to handle!

Updated: May 21, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon, before hitting the screens with 'Raabta,' gave a glimpse of the sizzling chemistry on the cover of a popular magazine's June issue.

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Australian, American climbers die descending Mt. Everest

Updated: May 21, 2017 19:15 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 21 (ANI): An Australian climber, identified as Francesco Enrico Marchetti, was killed while descending to the lower camps from the North Col route on Mt Everest on Sunday morning.

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J-K: Two more terrorists, another soldier killed in Nowgam

Updated: May 21, 2017 19:15 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 21 (ANI): Two more terrorists were gunned down while trying to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir's Nowgam sector on Sunday, a day after the Indian Army launched an operation to wipe out the terrorists in the area.

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Demonetised notes worth Rs. 5,81,70,500 seized in Surat

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:58 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 21 (ANI): Yet another attempt to conceal demonetised notes was busted as the Surat Police arrested five persons owing to the possession of the same.

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China rebuffs Japan claims over Diaoyu

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:58 IST

Beijing [China], May 21 (ANI): Japan has lodged a fresh diplomatic protest with China accusing the country of unilaterally escalating the situation in the region by flying a drone near the Senkakus islands in the East China Sea waters.

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Parenting's gonna be fun: Julia Roberts' advises friend George Clooney

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): 'Pretty Woman' Julia Roberts gave some serious parenting advice to would-be parents George and Amal Clooney, who are set to welcome a twin this June.

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UP: Man denied ambulance, carries wife's corpse on stretcher

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:51 IST

Kaushambi (Uttar Pradesh), May 21 (ANI): In a shocking display of disregard for humanity, a man was forced to carry the body of his dead wife on a stretcher after the hospital authorities refused to render an ambulance service to him.

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'Ironic' of Sonia to launch women reservation campaign now: BJP

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After Sonia Gandhi launched a signature campaign for reservation of women in the Parliament and the Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday termed the move "ironic", citing the Congress president could have taken this decision during the UPA regime.

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German sees Jordan base as potential replacement for Turkey's Incirlik

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:49 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 21 (ANI): The German Defence Minister has said that the Jordanian airbase, among the eight locations, is a possible alternative to relocate soldiers from Turkey's Incirlik base as it has showed a "lot of potential."

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BJP wants to politicise triple talaq issue: Congress

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 21 (ANI): With Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu saying that if needed, the Government would introduce legislation in the matter of triple talaq, the Congress on Sunday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) interest was only in politicising the matter, adding that everyone should wait for the Supreme Court's order.

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Indian national arrested in Islamabad for staying without permission

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:43 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): An Indian national was arrested from the F-8 area of Islamabad under the Margalla police station on Sunday, over allegedly living their without proper permission or travel documents.

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Panama Papers issue created some policy uncertainty: World Bank

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:29 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): The World Bank has warned that the Panama Papers issue "enhanced political risks" and created "some policy uncertainty" in Pakistan.

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Railway Ministry confirms no casualties in Unnao derailment

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:21 IST

Unnao (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): Railway Ministry spokesperson Anil Saxena on Sunday confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported, after the derailment of Lokmanya Tilak train earlier in the day.

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'Ghar Wapsi' for 22 Muslims in UP's Faizabad

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:17 IST

Faizabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 21 (ANI): Nearly two dozen people, all of them Muslims, from Uttar Peadesh's Faizabad have accepted Hindu religion following proper rituals and tradition.

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Leverage IWT to counter Pak: Former diplomat on Aziz's assertion

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After Pakistan indicated that it was not bound by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) order on the Kulbhusan Jadhav case, former diplomat N.N. Jha on Sunday said India could adopt various measures to counter Islamabad's assertion, including defying the Indus Water Treaty.

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Thane: Two booked for stripping two minors, parading them naked

Updated: May 21, 2017 18:07 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India], May 21 (ANI): In yet another barbaric incident, the hair of two minor boys were shaved, even as they were stripped and paraded naked with garlands made of slippers for allegedly stealing a snack from a shop on Sunday.

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Here's what Deepika will do in her 70s!

Updated: May 21, 2017 17:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): All Deepika Padukone needs in her 70s is a happy family and a peaceful life!

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Two policemen shot dead in targeted killing in Karachi

Updated: May 21, 2017 17:45 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): Two police personnel were shot dead and one other was injured on Sunday in a targeted killing in Karachi.

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Govt., Army to jointly fight Jadhav's case in ICJ: Pak NA speaker

Updated: May 21, 2017 17:39 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said that the civilian government and the Pakistan Army would jointly fight the Kulbhushan Jadhav case in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against India.

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Ganga in danger: Water level in Allahabad decreases alarmingly

Updated: May 21, 2017 17:13 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): Due to scorching heat and lesser amount of water released in the Ganga in Phaphamau locality of Allahabad, the water level has decreased to a point that people can now simply cross the river on foot.

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SNL Finale: Dwayne Johnson, Tom Hanks serious about White House run?

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:44 IST

Los Angeles [US], May 21 (ANI): Dwayne Johnson is running for president in 2020 and wants Tom Hanks to be his running mate!

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Woman castrates 'rapist': Victim should have approached police, says Tharoor

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After a 23-year-old law student in Kerala chopped off the genitals of a godman who had allegedly been molesting her for the last six years, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday said that she should have approached the police instead of taking the law into her own hands.

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Indian national arrested in Pakistan over inadequate documents

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:30 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): An Indian national was arrested from the F-8 area of Islamabad on Sunday, over allegedly possessing inadequate travel documents.

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Yogi Adityanath cannot whitewash RSS' dark past: Congress

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): With Yogi Adityanath hailing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for unifying India, the Congress on Sunday asserted that the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister cannot simply 'whitewash' the dark history of the organisation.

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Hypertension in young adults ups stroke, kidney damage later in life

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): A study has found that people aged between 18 to 49, with high systolic blood pressure over 140, are at greater risk of stroke, damage of kidneys and brain.

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'Rambo' Sylvestor Stallone's special message for Tiger Shroff

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Tiger Shroff, who is all set to step into the shoes of the iconic action movie character Rambo, has a special message from legendary actor Sylvestor Stallone.

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CPEC all about China, not Pakistan's prosperity: Senior Pak journalist

Updated: May 21, 2017 16:10 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): Contrary to the claims made by Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif that China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a game changer for the economy of a country, senior Pakistani Journalist Najam Sethi noted that the project is all about boosting the position of Beijing and its currency.

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Another Rewari school protests for upgradation

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:59 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 21 (ANI): After girl students of a Rewari school forced the government to hear their plea for upgradation, another school from the district is witnessing a similar kind of protest.

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Kashmir, Kashmiris, Kashmiriyat are ours: Rajnath Singh

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:57 IST

Pelling (Sikkim) [India], May 21 (ANI): Assuring complete closure of the Kashmir issue on behalf of the Government, Home Minister Rajnath Singh made a strong statement that Kashmir, Kashmiris and Kashmiriyat belong to India.

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Riyadh: Pak PM arrives to attend Arab-Islamic American Summit

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:55 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif arrived in Riyadh on Sunday to attend the first ever Arab-Islamic -American -Summit that aims to develop a security partnership against the growing threat of violent extremism.

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Muslim cleric supports Naidu's assertion on Triple Talaq

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:52 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): With Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu stating that the government may have to step in and enact a law to ban Triple Talaq if the Muslim community fails to change the practice, Qazi Dr. Hina Zaheer on Sunday asserted that she stands by Naidu's opinion and called on the government to take quick steps.

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Unnao: Anti-Terrorism Squad set to probe train derailment

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:38 IST

Unnao (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): No casualties or injuries have been reported, as eight coaches of the Lokmanya Tilak train derailed in Unnao station on Sunday.

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BJP urges strict action against castrated rapist in Kerala

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:35 IST

Mumbai/ Kolkata (Maharashtra/ West Bengal)[India], May 21 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded strict action against the accused rapist, who got his genitals chopped off by a woman in Pettah, Kerala.

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Triple talaq issue of gender discrimination: Naidu

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 21 (ANI): Reiterating that the issue of Triple Talaq was a matter of gender discrimination, Minister of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation and Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said that if necessary, the government would introduce a legislation, but only after the Muslim community comes to a conclusion.

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HP local women on a special mission - Destroying marijuana plantations

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:32 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): To support anti-drug campaign and shun drugs in Himachal Pradesh, the local women in Rampur area of Shimla district have started a campaign to destroy the Cannabis plantation.

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North Korea fires intercontinental ballistic missile

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:27 IST

London [U.K.], May 21 (ANI) :North Korea on Sunday tested its most powerful intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Sunday from a location near Pukchang .

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Sonia Gandhi launches signature campaign for women reservation

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): On the death anniversary of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi's death anniversary, Congress President Sonia Gandhi today launched a signature campaign for 33 percent of seats in Assembly and Parliamentary elections for women.

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Sanjay Singh, Ashutosh's Russia trip sponsored by 'scam-ridden' businessman: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 21, 2017 15:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra continued his tirade against Arvind Kejriwal and raked a new scam which he accused the Delhi Chief Minister of supporting.

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How can unfit doctors treat athletes: Mary Kom on IOA row

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing enquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against two doctors who were sent by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Rio Olympics, Indian boxer and Rajya Sabah Member of Parliament Mary Kom on Sunday said that those who are not qualified should not be sent for competitions.

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Apology out of remorse or revenge: Yogendra Yadav asks Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Responding to ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's apology for being the 'late lateef' in understanding the true face of the party and its frontrunners, former party leader Yogendra Yadav asked Mishra to decide if his apology is out of 'remorse or revenge'.

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Iran fires mortar shells into Pakistan

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:20 IST

Islamabad [Paksiatn], May 21 (ANI): Mortar shells were fired into Pakistan's territory from across the Iranian border, reports Samaa TV.

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Saharanpur violence: Dalit groups protest at Jantar Mantar

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Despite permission denied by the Delhi Police, the Yuva Shakti Dal including the Bhim Army staged a massive protest on Sunday at Jantar Mantar in against alleged atrocities on Dalits in Saharanpur.

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BJP not releasing funds for EVM paper trail function: Yechury

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:15 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 21 (ANI): Asserting that every Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) should have a paper trail, Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of not releasing the funds for the Election Commission to do this job.

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Now, deaf-blind can 'watch' television with this technology

Updated: May 21, 2017 14:15 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): In a first, researchers have developed a new technology that types Braille or subtitles of television channels in real time and helps deaf-blind people "watch" television without intermediaries.

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Mary Kom meets Vijay Goel, discuss promoting boxing across India

Updated: May 21, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Sunday met Indian boxer and Rajya Sabah Member of Parliament Mary Kom to discuss ways to promote boxing as a sport in India.

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Kerala Govt. should pardon student who castrated rapist: Congress

Updated: May 21, 2017 13:38 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala)[India], May 21 (ANI): The Congress today welcomed the brave act of pure self defence where a woman cut off a man's genitals after he allegedly tried to rape her, and demanded that the government pardon her.

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GST is Modi Govt.'s 'biggest achievement': ASSOCHAM

Updated: May 21, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): With the roll out of the 'revolutionary' Goods and Services Tax bill scheduled for July 1, the ASSOCHAM has perceived this as the present government's 'biggest achievement', facilitating digitisation, financial and inclusion, while public investment on railways and power distribution infrastructure is set to change the structure of the economy, the chamber said.

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Tamil Nadu will soon perform, govern well under Panneerselvam: AIADMK

Updated: May 21, 2017 13:02 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 21 (ANI): Minutes after former chief minister O. Panneerselvam tweeted about a tie-up with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following the civic body polls that resulted into a furore, AIADMK MP V. Maitreyan on Sunday asserted that the state will soon perform well under O. Panneerselvam government.

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Kapil Mishra invites Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan to re-claim AAP

Updated: May 21, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra fired a fresh salvo against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and called on all-ex AAP members who quit the political outfit citing corruption in the cadre, to join

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Afghanistan: 20 policemen killed in clash with Taliban

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:56 IST

Zabul [Afghanistan], May 21 (ANI): As far as 20 local and national policemen were killed and six other were reportedly injured in clashes with the Taliban insurgents in the southern Zabul province on Sunday.

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Meghan Markle attended Pippa Middleton's reception alongside Prince Harry

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): She might not have made it to the wedding but Meghan Markle made it to Pippa Middleton and James Matthews' reception Saturday evening at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury.

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Conor McGregor signs contract to fight Floyd Mayweather

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:56 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 21 (ANI): Conor McGregor has made an agreement with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the negotiation to made the 'Billion Dollar Fight' a reality.

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No RSS member went to prison during freedom struggle: JD(U)

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi/ Patna [India], May 21 (ANI): Hitting back at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his remark that if not for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) then Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and West Bengal would have been a part of Pakistan, the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) on Sunday asserted that the organisation had never contributed to the freedom struggle and served the Britishers.

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Prince George, Princess Charlotte look adorable at Pippa Middleton's wedding

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): The adorable royal siblings-Prince George and Princess Charlotte-made sure to steal the thunder at their aunt Pippa Middleton's wedding on Saturday.

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Kashmiri youth given Rs. 500 each for stone pelting: Nirmal Singh

Updated: May 21, 2017 12:13 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 21 (ANI): Following the National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe on Kashmir separatists over Pakistan funding allegations, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh today asserted that the youth are paid Rs 500 each for pelting stones in the Valley.

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Uttarakhand landslide: Death toll rises, over dozen Char Dham pilgrims killed

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:59 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 21 (ANI): The death toll of 'Char Dham' pilgrims killed in the massive landslide in Uttarakhand has increased to 13.

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Heart failure patients with stroke history risk facing depression

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A study has found that heart failure patients with a history of strokes are at a greater risk of depression, hospitalisation and death than those without such a history.

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Indian Ambassador to Maldives hails Indian Navy for successful rescue ops

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to Maldives Akhilesh Mishra applauded the crew of the Indian Navy Dornier, Indian Navy ALH, INS Kirch and their Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) colleagues for their exemplary coordination and cooperation to ensure the success of a humanitarian operation on Sunday.

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Decoded! Pippa Middleton's wedding dress

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Pippa Middleton wore a stunning Giles Deacon dress as she exchanged vows with millionaire banker James Matthews at a traditional ceremony in St Mark's Church in Englefield on Saturday.

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Gurugram road rage: Doctor shot dead

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:19 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], May 21 (ANI): In another case of road rage, a car driver on Saturday gunned down a doctor after his bike hit the former's four wheeler in Farukh nagar of Gurugram.

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West Bengal: Students vandalise train while demanding 'special train'

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:16 IST

Jalpaiguri (West Bengal) [Uttar Pradesh], May 21 (ANI): A group of students appearing for the West Bengal government exam vandalised a train on Sunday at the New Jalpaiguri Railway (NJP) station, and also blocked the railway track while demanding a special train.

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Uttarakhand Govt. gives nod for sale of country made liquor

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:07 IST

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), May 21 (ANI): In a first, the Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government has approved the sale of country made liquor in its state districts.

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BJP, SP leaders brawl before martyr Sudesh Kumar's family

Updated: May 21, 2017 11:07 IST

Sambhal [Uttar Pradesh], May 21 (ANI): What started as an attempt to offer condolences to a martyr's kin turned into a shameful display of political blame-game, resulting in an all out brawl, right before the grieving family.

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Congress questions BJP's appointment of Pak consultant in Italian Marine case

Updated: May 21, 2017 10:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Lashing out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for attacking Congress over replacing former solicitor general of India Harish Salve with Pakistani counsel Khawar Qureshi in the 2004 Dabhol Power Corporation matter, p

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MP: Six killed as bus carrying pilgrims turns turtle

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:57 IST

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), May 21 (ANI): In a tragic incident, at least six pilgrims were killed and 28 others injured when a bus carrying them turned turtle in Dindori district in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday.

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Adityanath's RSS remark a 'sentiment echoed by all': BJP

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 21 (ANI): Defending Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath remark that if not for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) then Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and West Bengal would have been a part of Pakistan, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said the statement was only a sentiment echoed by all.

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Cannes 2017: After 'fairytale princess', Aishwarya transforms into 'diva-in-red'

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After winning hearts with her off-shoulder powder blue brocade ball gown, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looked like a fiery queen in a Ralph & Russo's floor-length red gown in her second red carpet appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.

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'Who funded Ashutosh, Sanjay Singh's Russia trip': Kapil promises another expose

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Sunday continued his assault on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and questioned the funding of the Russian trip by party leaders Sanjay Singh and Ashutosh.

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Delhi: Four arrested for looting truck carrying mobile phones

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): The Delhi Police managed to nab all the four accused involved in looting a truck transporting mobile phones near Burari bypass in New Delhi.

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Capable of being more than 'security guards': Ex-Servicemen Federation

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:07 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), May 21 (ANI): With an objective to serve the nation even after their retirement from the defence, the federation of ex - serviceman association in Tamil Nadu has come up with a campaign to highlight their skills and talents.

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Gujarat: Severe water crisis leaves Valsad locals painfully parched

Updated: May 21, 2017 09:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Local residents of Keldha village under Valsad district of Gujarat are in major distress as the acute water crisis in the area is taking a toll on their daily lives.

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Go easy on those tomatoes, potatoes! Here's why

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Beware before you consume tomatoes, potatoes and cucumbers with gusto, as according to a study they contain a protein that may lead to Alzheimer's.

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Trump's former adviser asked to testify in Russia probe

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:46 IST

London [U.K.], May 21 (ANI): The House Intelligence Committee has asked a former adviser to President Donald Trump, for a voluntary interview and documents in connection with the accusations of Russian meddling in the 2016 elections.

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South Africa beat Sussex in warm -up, 78-ball ton by De Kock

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:33 IST

London [United Kingdom), May 21 (ANI): South Africa's wicket-keeper-batsman Quinton de Kock scored a 78-ball century in a warm up match against Sussex County Cricket Club at the Hove on Friday.

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Oz cricketers together on pay dispute, says Ashes hopeful Behrendorff

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:33 IST

Sydney [Australia], May 21 (ANI): Ashes hopeful Jason Behrendorff, who has been selected for the Australia A one-day and four-day squads that will tour South Africa, has said that all cricketers are on the same page with regard to the ongoing pay dispute with the Cricket Australia Board (CAB).

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La Liga: Both Real Madrid and Barcelona FC looking to clinch title

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:33 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 21 (ANI): Curtains are coming down on Spain's main football tournament La Liga, and predictably both Real Madrid and Barcelona FC will be competing for silverware, though they have a match each to go before the finals.

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Mohun Bagan to take Bengaluru FC in Federation Cup final

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:33 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 21 (ANI): Mohun Bagan will take on JSW Bengaluru FC in the finals of the Hero Federation Cup football tournament here on Sunday.

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Zverev to face Djokovic in Italian Open final

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:24 IST

Rome [Italy], May 21 (ANI): Twenty-year-old Alexander Zverev beat John Isner on Saturday to reach his first Italian Open Masters 1000 final, and will take on veteran Grand Salm winner Novak Djokovic on Sunday.

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IPL-10 finals: Rising Pune Supergiant to take on Mumbai Indians

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:24 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 21 (ANI): Mumbai Indians (MI) will be vying for their third Indian Premier League (IPL) title, when they take on Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) in the final of the tenth edition of the event on Sunday evening.

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Rishikesh-Badrinath highway opens post massive landslide

Updated: May 21, 2017 08:01 IST

Vishnuprayag (Uttarakhand) [India], May 21 (ANI): The Rishikesh-Badrinath National Highway which was shut on Friday near Vishnuprayag in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district due to a massive landslide was re-opened for traffic on Sunday.

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Sonia, Rahul pay tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi and vice-president Rahul Gandhi along with former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Sunday, paid their tributes to the late prime minister Rajiv Gandhi at his memorial 'Vir Bhoomi' on the occasion of his 26th anniversary.

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Mumbai: One dead, 34 injured after bus rams into road divider

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:53 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 21 (ANI): In a tragic incident, one person was killed and 34 others were injured after a luxury bus rammed into the road divider and turned turtle near Dadar circle.

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Here's what makes people say no to blood pressure lowering pills

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): More than one third of 1,400 people with high blood pressure have not been taking their blood pressure medication, according to a recent study.

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Overweight boys at greater risk of cancer in adulthood

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Parents, take care of your son's weight, as a study finds that if your son is over-weight at age seven, he may be at greater risk of colon (bowel) cancer in adulthood.

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Afghan VP Dostum exiled to Turkey

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:18 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 21 (ANI): Afghanistan's embattled Vice President, Gen. Abdul Rashid Dostum has left for Turkey, another long exile for the former warlord amid a criminal investigation into rape accusations leveled against him.

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Plane crashes into Los Angeles airport truck after landing

Updated: May 21, 2017 07:01 IST

New York [U.S.], May 21 (ANI) :At least six people were injured, one critically, when a Aeromexico flight Boeing 737 passenger jet collided

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Ex-Navy SEAL who claims he killed bin Laden bought 'never coming back' gifts

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:55 IST

New York [U.S.], May21 (ANI) : Robert O'Neill, the former Navy SEAL who claims to have fired the shots that killed Osama Bin Laden, said that ahead of 2011 Abbottabad raid, he gave departing gifts to his children and believed that he won't be able to meet his family again.

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Mushroom healthier when grilled, microwaved: Study

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Instead of boiling or deep frying mushrooms, you may want to cook them in a microwave or grill them to maintain its nutritional value, a recent study has revealed.

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BJP challenges political parties to show how EVMs can be hacked

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:52 IST

Bengaluru/New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): As the Election Commission of India (ECI) has put forth a challenge before the political party to tamper the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), the Bharatiya JanataParty (BJP) on Sunday asserted that its time for the political parties to prove the claims made by them earlier by hacking the polling machine or should just apologies.

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Cong welcomes EC's decision, says satisfied with EVM's live demo

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Responding to the challenge given by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to all the political parties to hack the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), the Congress Party on Sunday said that their party only needed assurance from the poll panel that the machines cannot be tampered with and since they have proved it, they are now satisfied.

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New blood find can help end platelet shortages

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): A new discovery may be the key to stopping shortages of these vital blood-clotting cells that can represent the difference between life and death.

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Omega-3 rich diet can ward off Alzheimer's disease

Updated: May 21, 2017 06:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Keeping Alzheimer's disease (AD) away may be as simple as adding food rich in omega-3 to your diet, according to a recent study.

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Pak's refusal to abide by ICJ shows disrespect: International Expert

Updated: May 21, 2017 05:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After Advisor to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz reiterated Pakistan's stand that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav cannot be acquitted by the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Senior Supreme Court Lawyer and International Expert, Dr. Surat Singh on Sunday asserted that Islamabad's remark on the same showcase that it doesn't have much respect for international court of law.

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Now, a tablet that may help with heart failure management

Updated: May 21, 2017 05:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Technology-enabled learning has gone a step further as a novel tablet is helping heart failure patients to manage their disease including drug dosages.

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Trump was 'scared to death' of FBI director, says Comey's father

Updated: May 21, 2017 05:35 IST

New York [U.S.], May21 (ANI) : The father of former FBI Director James Comey termed his son's firing as "a Trump deal" and said that the U.S. President Donald Trump was "scared to death" of him."

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Russian FM Lavrov denies discussing Comey's dismissal with Trump

Updated: May 21, 2017 05:29 IST

New York [U.S.], May21 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has revealed that he didn't discuss former FBI director James Comey's dismissal with U.S. President Donald Trump during his White House meeting on May 10.

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Pak will pay a price if it flouts ICJ's decision: Former foreign secy

Updated: May 21, 2017 05:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Responding to Pakistan's refusal to abide by the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) verdict on the execution of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, former foreign secretary Salman Haider on Sunday said that by doing so, Islamabad has to pay the price in terms of global opinion.

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Katy Perry dubs 'Swish Swish' as her anti-bully anthem

Updated: May 21, 2017 04:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): As for 'Swish Swish,' Katy Perry may not be naming any names, but she's also not denying speculation that the diss track featuring Nicki Minaj might be in response to Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood.'

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Bangladesh PM Hasina likely to meet Trump in Riyadh

Updated: May 21, 2017 04:23 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May21 (ANI): Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and U.S. President Donald Trump are expected to have their first meeting in Saudi Arabia on the sidelines of the Arab Islamic American Summit.

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MP: Two arrested for helping Naxals

Updated: May 21, 2017 03:25 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): Bhopal Police has arrested two people, who were allegedly working as middlemen between the contractors of Tendu leaves and the Naxalites.

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WB: Four dead as car of ex-MLA son rams into workers

Updated: May 21, 2017 03:08 IST

Bardhaman (West Bengal) [India], May 21 (ANI): In a hair-raising incident, four people were killed and four others were severely injured when a car allegedly driven by the son of a former Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) MLA from East Bardhaman district rammed into them.

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Rescued Chibok girls reunited with families

Updated: May 21, 2017 02:55 IST

Abbuja [Nigeria], May21 (ANI): The dozens of Nigerian schoolgirls, who were released by Boko Haram militants on May 7 following a deal with the Nigerian authorities, have finally been reunited with their families. Authorities had taken the 82 freed Chibok girls to Abuja after their release earlier this month.

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Committed to bring positive change in Manipur: CM Biren Singh

Updated: May 21, 2017 02:47 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 21 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that the main objective of his newly formed government is to bring a positive change in the state, which can only be achieved through the support and co-operation of different sections of the society.

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China faces heat due to boycott of goods in India: Manmohan Vaidya

Updated: May 21, 2017 02:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Akhil Bhartiya Prachar Pramukh of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Manmohan Vaidya, asserted that China has suffered a major loss of Rs 1000 crore due to boycott of its goods in India.

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Pak lawyers give 7 days to PM Sharif for resignation

Updated: May 21, 2017 02:32 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 21 (ANI): The Supreme Court Bar Association and the Lahore High Court Bar Association have threatened to launch a countrywide movement if Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif doesn't resign in seven days.

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Family cars to help you hit the road this summer vacation!

Updated: May 21, 2017 01:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Summer is a time for weekend road trips, extended vacays and a sense of adventure. So, take your holiday family travel to the next level by hitting that road.

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Justice Karnan's son meets President Mukherjee's Secretary over SC's order

Updated: May 21, 2017 01:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): After the Supreme Court rejected Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan's plea for recall of his six-month jail term for contempt of court, the former's son, S. K. Sugan, on Saturday met President Pranab Mukherjee Secretary, seeking immediate suspension of the apex court's order.

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WB: CRPF officer killed in lightning strike, four others injured

Updated: May 21, 2017 01:25 IST

Jhargram (West Bengal) [India], May 21 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer was killed and four others were injured after lightning struck near Belpahari Tarafeni area of the Jhargram district.

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Stay up to date on summer trends with Fynd's 'Fresh Fashion Fiesta'

Updated: May 21, 2017 00:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Are you looking for the right sartorial choices to beat the summer heat and look on point

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Tanmay Bhat, Mandira Bedi to spice up Masala Commentary

Updated: May 21, 2017 00:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): UC News Masala Commentary had started with a bang and stayed in the headlines during the IPL season owing to its unique format, candid combination of celebrities and enthralling audiences with its spiciest commentary of the season.

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MoU signed to impart Yoga training in China's Huzhou city

Updated: May 21, 2017 00:17 IST

Huzhou [China], May 21 (ANI) : An MoU has been signed between Indian Yoga Institute - Krishnamachargya Yoga Mandiram (KYM) - and Huzhou Taihu Tourism Resort to impart Yoga training through Indian teachers for next five years in China's Huzhou city.

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Thought of retiring after Australia tour only: Misbah

Updated: May 20, 2017 23:49 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Former Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq on Saturday admitted that he was about to retire from the International cricket after the disastrous Australia tour, but the encouragement given by the team and the management postponed his plans.

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BCCI to open title sponsorship tender for IPL on May 31

Updated: May 20, 2017 23:23 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 20 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will open the Title Sponsorship Invitation to Tender for the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the next five-year cycle on May 31.

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NIA questions Kashmir separatists over Pak funding allegations

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday questioned Kashmir separatist leader Ahmad Dar, Nayeem Khan and Ghazi Javed Baba, who have been accused of receiving money from Pakistan to create unrest in Kashmir.

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Hill town to smart city: The story of Dharamsala

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:48 IST

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): Picturesque locations, serene atmosphere and a favourite for tourists from across the globe; this is Dharamsala as we know it. However, in an attempt to enhance development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now taken it under the bandwagon of his Smart City Mission and will be revamped completely.

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AAP to meet EC to seek clarity over hackathon guidelines

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday criticised the Election Commission of India for imposing restrictions for hacking the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and said a delegation would meet the poll in two days to seek clarity on the June 3 hackathon challenge.

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Pak constituting new legal team means it has accepted defeat: Nikam

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): After Advisor to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday reiterated Pakistan's stand that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav cannot be acquitted by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and his punishment will be in accordance with domestic laws, noted public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Saturday asserted that by mulling to constitute a new legal team, Pakistan has made it clear that they have accepted their defeat at the court.

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Shabana Azmi starrer `The Black Prince` trailer unveiled at Cannes

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The trailer of Hollywood movie 'The Black Prince' based on the last king of the Sikh Empire was unveiled at the 70th Cannes film festival on Saturday.

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Breeze Sharma first Indian Navy Defence Civilian to conquer Everest

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In a historic moment, B.M. Sharma, popularly known as Breeze Sharma, on Saturday morning, became the first Defence Civilian of the Indian Navy to summit Mount Everest, possibly being the first Defence Civilian to achieve this rare feat as well.

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Sachin Tendulkar holds first screening of his movie for Armed Forces

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Much like his cricketing career that has been well-adorned with records, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Saturday held the first screening of his biographical movie 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' for an audience full of personnel from the Indian Armed Forces in the national capital.

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Saudi Arabia, U.S. sign 350 billion dollar deal to bolster military capabilities

Updated: May 20, 2017 22:05 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 20 (ANI): The White House on Saturday announced that the United States has sealed an arms deal worth USD 350 billion with Saudi Arabia, which comes as President Donald Trump began an official visit to the Muslim-majority nation.

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J-K: Two terrorists, two soldiers killed during infiltration bid

Updated: May 20, 2017 21:18 IST

Nowgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): At least two terrorists were gunned down while trying to infiltrate in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowgam sector on Saturday.

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Pakistan bound by ICJ verdict, says Salman Khurshid

Updated: May 20, 2017 21:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Responding to Pakistan's refusal to abide by the verdict delivered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the execution of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, senior Congress leader and former law minister Salman Khurshid said it was mandatory to comply with what was asked of them.

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Tripura: Army destroys 151 grenades, sanitises area

Updated: May 20, 2017 21:01 IST

Gournagar (Tripura) [India], May 20 (ANI): A faction of the Indian Army on Saturday destroyed over 151 grenades, which were buried underground during the construction of a road here.

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Russia, China congratulate Rouhani on re-election as Iran's president

Updated: May 20, 2017 21:01 IST

Moscow/Beijing, May 20 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday congratulated Iran's incumbent President Hassan Rouhani on his re-election to head the country.

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Baahubali in the 1,500 crore club, credit to Prabhas

Updated: May 20, 2017 21:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Yes, you heard that right. Prabhas has earned himself the laurel of having started the 1,500 crore club.

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Baloch Republican Party protests outside Pak Embassy in London

Updated: May 20, 2017 20:47 IST

London [U.K.], May 20 (ANI): The Baloch Republican Party (BRP) on Saturday held demonstrations outside the Pakistan Embassy in London against growing atrocities by the state's Army in Balochistan.

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Pippa Middleton just got hitched!

Updated: May 20, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Pippa Middleton, the youngest sister of Duchess of Cambridge, married hedge fund manager James Matthews in Englefield, England today.

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Another school in Rewari sees protest for upgradation

Updated: May 20, 2017 20:30 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 20 (ANI): The girl students from the Government High School of Rewari's Rajgarh in Haryana on Saturday locked the gates of the institution as a sign of protest.

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Post Sartaj Aziz's assertion, defence experts fear Jadhav might be dead

Updated: May 20, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): After Advisor to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday reiterated Pakistan's stand that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav cannot be acquitted by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and his punishment will be in accordance with domestic laws, defence experts in India claimed that it might be possible that Kulbhushan is dead or not in a 'presentable' state.

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Trump receives royal welcome in Saudi Arabia

Updated: May 20, 2017 20:05 IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump was welcomed with pomp and show in Saudi Arabia at an event, which featured a military brass band and a fighter jet flyover.

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Nayeem Khan suspended from Hurriyat Conference, says ready for probe

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:53 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): Kashmiri separatist leader and chief of Hurriyat Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani on Saturday suspended Nayeem Khan's membership, days after a video emerged showing him confessing to have received funds from Pakistan to fuel unrest in Kashmir.

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Sania, Bopanna crash out of Italian Open

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:47 IST

Rome [Italy], May 20 (ANI): Indian and Kazakhstan duo Sania Mirza and Yaroslava Shvedova crashed out of the Italian Open after suffering a straight-set deaf against Taiwanese and Swiss duo Yung-Jan Chan and Swiss player Martina Hingis on Saturday.

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MP: Lizard found in mid-day meal, 8 children fall sick

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:47 IST

Vijayraghavgarh (Madhya Pradesh) [India] (ANI): As many as eight children fell sick on Saturday and were rushed to the hospital after consuming a mid-day meal in which a lizard was found.

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Delhi Police arrests five who wanted to lead Bieber's lifestyle

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Saturday arrested a gang of five burglars, who were so impressed by the lifestyle of international pop sensation Justin Bieber, that they used to throw lavish parties with stolen money.

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Better Indo-China ties have reduced tension on border: Rajnath

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:27 IST

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], May 20 (ANI): Putting light on the review meeting of infrastructure development work on Indo-China border, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the relationship between the two neighbours was good, which has led to the reduction of 'friction' between them.

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Congress likes 'Made in Pakistan' lawyers: BJP

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday cornered the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) Government over hiring a Pakistan lawyer to represent India in the sensitive Dabhol Power Corporation case in 2004, and said the Congress loved 'Made in Pakistan' lawyers more than the 'Made in India' lawyers.

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Sabarmati Blast case: Court acquits former AMU scholar

Updated: May 20, 2017 19:12 IST

Barabanki (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): A court in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district on Saturday acquitted former Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) scholar and alleged Hizbul Mujahideen operative Gulzar Ahmed Wani, who was accused of orchestrating a blast in Sabarmati Express in 2000.

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Sr. lawyer confirms Salve's replacement in 2004 Dabhol Power matter

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Putting a stamp of confirmation over the UPA Government's move to replace former solicitor general of India Harish Salve with Pakistan counsel Khawar Qureshi to represent India's stance in the Dabhol Power Corporation case back in 2004, senior lawyer Aman Sinha said that Salve indeed told him he was counselling for the matter initially, but was later replaced.

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At least two killed in coordinated attack on New Kabul Bank

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:38 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 20 (ANI): At least two people were killed and 30 other wounded after assailants stormed the New Kabul Bank branch in Paktia, Afghanistan.

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Vienna: Dharmendra Pradhan to represent India at OPEC meeting

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan will be representing India at a meeting scheduled by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) in Vienna on May 25.

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Taking diet pills may harm hormones, mental health of teens: Study

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:26 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 20 (ANI): Do not let your teenage daughter or son turn to diet pills to lose weight as a study has found that these supplements contain toxic chemicals that can affect their hormones, growth and mental health.

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Vedanti reveals Babri demolition had backing of then Govt.

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): After being granted bail in the much disputed 1992 Babri Masjid demolition case, former MP R.V. Vedanti on Saturday, in an explosive revelation, said the pulling down of the 'edifice' had the backing of the then Government.

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Untapped Eco-Mine tourism has lots of potential

Updated: May 20, 2017 18:16 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India] May 20 (ANI): The Eco-Mine tourism in India is less travelled terrain, but it has lots of potential. It is not only environment friendly but it also inadvertently ups the security standards in the coal mines.

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Panamagate probe: Sharif holds classified meeting with trusted legal aide

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has held a highly classified meeting with his close legal aide and former attorney general Salman Aslam Butt in connection with documentation to establish the money trail of his family's London properties.

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Nepal PM to step down by May 24

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:57 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 20 (ANI): With the successful conclusion of the first phase of local polls, Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal is expected to resign by May 24.

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ICJ cannot acquit Kulbhushan Jadhav: Sartaj Aziz

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:49 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Advisor to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday reiterated Pakistan's stand that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav cannot be acquitted by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and his punishment will be in accordance with domestic laws.

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Omkar Realtors introduces 'SIGNET by Omkar'

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:46 IST

Mumbai [India], May 20 (ANI-Businesswire India): Mumbai-based Omkar Realtors & Developers, a market leader in redevelopment and luxury residential projects, announced the launch of 'SIGNET by Omkar', a project offering efficient 1 and 2 BHK homes at Malad East on Western Express Highway.

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IPL 2017 final: Mumbai Indians eye record third title against RPS

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:43 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 20 (ANI): Mumbai Indians will aim to clinch a third Indian Premier League (IPL) title when they take on Rising Pune Supergiants in the final at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday.

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People now remembering BSP: Mayawati on UP law and order

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:43 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Friday criticised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for failing to uphold law and order situation in the state, saying that the people are "now remembering the BSP's governance."

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'Weak Pak's rehearing plea to ICJ baseless: Defence experts

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Defence experts on Saturday termed Pakistan's plea in Kulbhushan Jadhav's case as baseless.

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Police raids Khaleda Zia's office

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:31 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 20 (ANI): Bangladesh Police on Saturday conducted a raid on the Gulshan office of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson Khaleda Zia in search of search of "anti-state documents."

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EC confirms future elections only with EVMs, VVPATs

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In the wake of a string of allegations levied on the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in March's Assembly polls, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Nasim Zaidi clarified that future elections would be conducted using both EVMs and VVPATs.

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Shah highlights Modi government's achievements

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:23 IST

Chandigarh [India] May 20 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah on Saturday highlighted the Narendra Modi-led government's major achievements in the last three years.

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Pak's domestic laws will apply to Kulbhushan Jadhav: Interior Minister

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:18 IST

Warsak [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Saturday said that the Kulbhushan Jadhav spy case would be taken to its logical end in accordance with the country's domestic laws.

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Mumbai: One dead, two injured in bus accident

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:05 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 20 (ANI): At least one person was killed and two injured after a bus met with an accident at Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road in Mumbai's Powai.

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Obesity in childhood triples risk of depression in middle age

Updated: May 20, 2017 17:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): Parents please take note! Children, who are overweight at the age of eight or 13 are three times more likely at risk of depression in middle age, warns a study.

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Pak warns Afghanistan not to speak language of India

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:56 IST

Warsak [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Saturday warned Afghanistan not to articulate its views in India's language.

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Will strive to eradicate militancy: IGP Kashmir Zone

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:54 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): Expressing confidence over eliminating militant activities from the Valley, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Munir Ahmad Khan on Saturday said that every possible effort would be taken to eradicate militancy, adding that the youth of the state would be guided towards a positive direction.

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Manmohan Singh presides over Congress review of Kashmir crisis

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Former prime minister Dr. manmohan Singh on Saturday presided over a Congress Party review meeting of the current crisis in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Babri case: Vedanti, Champat Rai, three others granted bail

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:38 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): The ministers who are facing charges in connection with the Babri Masjid Demolition case were granted bail by a special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Saturday.

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Nation lauds India U-17 football team after conquering Italy

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Congratulatory messages are pouring in from every nook and corner of the country for the Indian FIFA U-17 World Cup football team who wrote a brand new chapter in the Indian football history by overpowering Italy U-17 national team 2-0 in a friendly match here on Friday.

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Delhi Police arrests gang of five 'wannabe' Justin Biebers

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Saturday arrested a gang of five burglars, who were so impressed by the lifestyle of international pop sensation Justin Bieber, that they used to throw lavish parties with stolen money.

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Cannes 2017: Aishwarya spreads her wings on Day 4

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): While the whole world is still recovering from her mesmerising red carpet walk on Day 3 of Cannes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is already geared up for Day 4 and her look is surely going to make everyone go crazy.

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'A Death In The Gunj' has been a fun ride: Vikrant Massey

Updated: May 20, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Vikrant Masssey, who is playing the lead role in Konkona Sen Sharma's directorial debut 'A Death In The Gunj', says he felt responsible being part of the flick.

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Jaipur residents object to private hospitals monopoly

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:51 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 20 (ANI): people took to streets in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Saturday to protest against the negligence and monopoly of private hospitals.

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Pakistan's move at ICJ irrelevant: Congress

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi, [India] May 20 (ANI): The Congress party on Saturday dubbed Pakistan's move to appoint an ad hoc judge to the bench of International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the Kulbhushan Jadhav case.

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DAC to engage pvt. sector in manufacture of high-tech defence equipment

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday finalised the broad contours of a policy aimed at engaging the Indian private sector in the manufacture of high-tech defence equipment in India.

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Rs. 1 crore compensation for families of martyred paramilitary jawans: Rajnath Singh

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:38 IST

Nathula Pass (Sikkim) [India], May 20 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday announced Rs.1 crore compensation for the families of slain paramilitary jawans.

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Kerala: Naval cadet's suicide note alleges harassment by seniors

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:32 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], May 20 (ANI): Two days after the death of Gudeppa Sooraj, a 26-year-old cadet from the Indian Naval Academy (INA) in Kannur district of Kerala, the police on Saturday recovered a suicide note alleging harassment by two senior cadets.

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Timeline on Iran's Presidents

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:26 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 20 (ANI): The 12th Presidential Election in Iran concluded on Saturday with incumbent President Hassan Rouhani being reelected for a second four-year term.

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Defending champs Mohun Bagan confident ahead of Fed Cup final

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:20 IST

Cuttack [India], May 20 (ANI): Defending Champions Mohun Bagan will face a final hurdle in their title defence when they face JSW Bengaluru FC in the final of the Hero Federation Cup on Sunday.

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Rouhani re-elected as Iran's President for second term

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:14 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 20 (ANI): Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has been re-elected for a second four-year term with an unassailable leader, as per results announced by the country's Interior Ministry on Saturday.

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Latif 'given bat grips by bookie' to indicate spot-fixing

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has informed that it has seized the bat grips given to Khalid Latif by a bookie which the suspended Islamabad United opener was allegedly supposed to use to indicate he would indulge in spot-fixing during the second-edition of the Pakistan Super League.

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AG Ashtar Ausaf Ali to represent Pak at ICJ in Jadhav case

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:06 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Attorney General Ashtar Ausaf Ali will now be representing Pakistan in the Kulbushan Jadhav case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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AIADMK symbol case: Delhi court reserves order on 'middleman' Chandrashekhar's bail

Updated: May 20, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Saturday opposed the bail plea of Sukesh Chandrasekhar, the middleman in regard to the alleged bribery in the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) symbol case, following which a Delhi Court reserved it order in the same.

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Annapurna picks up noir western 'The Sisters Brothers'

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 20 (ANI): The newly launched distribution company Annapurna has picked up the rights of the highly anticipated movie 'The Sisters Brothers'.

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J-K: Terrorists intercepted near LoC in Handwara

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:48 IST

Handwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): A group of terrorists were intercepted near Line of control (LoC) in Handwara sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district on Saturday.

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Muthura murders: Samajwadi Party tears into Yogi Govt.

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:44 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 20 (ANI): Condemning the Mathura murder case, Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav on Saturday said that Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led government has worsened the law and order situation in the state.

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Young Kashmiri youth makes debut as Bollywood film producer

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:44 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 20 (ANI): Passion and interest in films has encouraged a young Kashmiri to debut in Bollywood as a film producer.

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EC demonstrates successful functioning of EVMs, VVPATs

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) today demonstrated the working of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail System (VVPATs), while brushing aside the EVM tampering allegation.

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Policybazaar.com launches new campaign for Cancer Insurance awareness

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI-NewsVoir): Policybazaar.com (twitter handle: @policybazaar_in), India's largest insurance website and comparison portal, has launched a new advertising campaign with the tagline "Cancer se ladai main insurance kaam aega" (insurance will come handy in fight against cancer).

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Karnataka CM should take serious action in IAS officer's death case: Sadanand Gowda

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:25 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 20 (ANI): Union Minister of Statistics and Programme Implementation Sadanand Gowda on Saturday urged Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to take serious action in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Anuraj Tiwari's death case.

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UP Govt. appoints SIT to probe IAS officer's death

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:25 IST

Varanasi, (Uttar Pradesh), [India] May 20 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government has appointed a special investigation team (SIT) to probe IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's death. Tiwari was found dead on the roadside in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow's Hazratganj area.

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India unperturbed after Pak moves ICJ in Jadhav case

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:16 IST

Jammu (J&K) [India] May 20 (ANI): India remained unperturbed after Pakistan decided to move the International Court of Justice (ICJ) with a plea to rehear the Kulbhushan Jadhav case.

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Savor your sweet tooth cravings with bakers haven 'Theos'

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): South Delhi gets its most sumptuous bakery in the vicinity, Theos - Patisserie & Chocolaterie at Sangam Courtyard, R K Puram where foodies can sooth their taste buds with a lineup of delightful flavors.

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Rajasthan: Suspected ISI agent nabbed from Jaisalmer

Updated: May 20, 2017 14:08 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], May 20 (ANI): A suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent was arrested in a joint operation of the Army and Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) from Jaisalmer's Kunjaladi village on Saturday.

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IOA to check bio-data, expertise of Indian contingents before clearance: Vijay Goel

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing enquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against two doctors who were sent by the Indian Olympic Association to the Rio Olympics, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel on Saturday stated that the IOA will now check proper bio-data and expertise of the contingents before clearing names for any event.

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Raipur: Abhanpur Nagar Panchayat to be open defecation-free by Aug 15

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:43 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 20 (ANI): After the National Green Tribunal (NGT) banned open defecation and dumping of waste on the floodplains of the Yamuna river and later announced a compensation of Rs. 5,000 for those violating the rule, the Abhanpur Nagar Panchayat on Saturday ordered for an infrastructure-haul for the district.

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After 17 years, Lahore gets first woman SHO

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:43 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Ghazal Sharif has been appointed Lahore's first station house officer (SHO).

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Rahul Gandhi will bring Congress wave back: Hanumantha Rao

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:31 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 20 (ANI): Looking forward to Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's visit to Telangana, senior Congress leader V. Hanumantha Rao on Saturday said that the former will bring back Congress wave in the entire nation, adding the plight of the farmers will improve thereafter.

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Encouraging turnout for Iran's presidential election, says foreign minister

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:31 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 19 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, has applauded the massive voter turnout for the presidential election.

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Loan waiver ploy of 'anti-farmer' BJP: Congress

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Congress on Saturday accused the former of deceiving farmers in the guise of granting loan waiver.

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David Bowie most popular recording artist of 2016

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:24 IST

London [UK], May 20 (ANI): Though he is "past one hundred thousand miles," singer David Bowie is still alive in everyone's heart.

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Char Dham pilgrims rescued in landslide hit Uttarakhand

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:24 IST

Mumbai, (Maharashtra) [India] May 20 (ANI): Hundreds of Char Dham pilgrims stranded in Uttarakhand have been rescued said Maharashtra's Minister of Relief and Rehabilitation, Chandrakant Patil.

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Alarming rise in dengue cases in Trivandrum

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:11 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 20 (ANI): The president of Indian Medical Association Thiruvananthapuram dristrict, Dr. John Paniker on Saturday said the increase in Aedes Mosquito is the reason for the rise in dengue cases in the city.

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Here is why Depp rejected early script of 'Pirates of the Caribbean 5'

Updated: May 20, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): This might just make you see your beloved Captain Jack Sparrow in a whole new light altogether.

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Verstappen vows to remain loyal to Red Bull

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:47 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 20 (ANI): Belgian-Dutch racing driver Max Verstappen has vowed to honour his contract with Red Bull, however, insisting that he wants to emerge victorious at a point of time in the future.

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14 injured in five grenade attacks in Pakistan

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:45 IST

Charsadda [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): At least 14 persons, including seven children, were injured in five grenade attacks in Tehsil Shabqadar of Pakistan's Charsadda district.

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Kerala CM lauds woman's 'courageous step' of castrating rapist

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:45 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 20 (ANI): Applauding the woman's step of chopping off man's genitals for allegedly trying to rape her, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday said it is a courageous step.

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Will cooperate with CBI enquiry: IOA Joint Secretary

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:35 IST

New Delhi [India] May 20 (ANI): Supporting the enquiry led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against two doctors who were sent by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Rio Olympics, Joint Secretary of the Association, Anandeshwar Pandey said that everyone must cooperate and support the enquiry by the former, adding the sent doctors are belong to reputed fields.

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High blood pressure in youngsters linked to long-term heart risks

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): While most of us are of the opinion hypertension is something that is only found in adults, the fact is hypertension in children is increasing by the day. A new study suggests hypertension in young adults shows long-term heart risks.

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Jaipur: Gujjar community back under OBC category

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:19 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 20 (ANI): With the Gujjar community set to be included under the OBC category, Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment, Minority Affairs Minister Arun Chaturvedi on Saturday assured that the main motive of the Rajasthan government is to protect the jobs of the five castes in the state.

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Kashmir unrest: Congress top brass huddle at Manmohan's residence

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In the wake of the prolonged unrest in the Valley, the Congress on Saturday held a meeting on its first policy planning on Kashmir.

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NIA action against Hurriyat a first in 25 years: Centre

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:19 IST

Jammu (J&K) [India] May 20 (ANI): Minister of State in Prime Minister's Office Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that for the first time in 25 years, the Indian Government is taking decisive action against the 'protected face of militancy' in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Musharraf calls Jadhav bigger 'criminal' than Kasab

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:19 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan's former military ruler General Pervez Musharraf has called alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav a bigger criminal than 26/11 Mumbai attack perpetrator Ajmal Kasab.

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Archery WC: India strikes gold in men's compound team event

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:07 IST

Shanghai [China], May 20 (ANI): The Indian men's compound team on Saturday clinched gold at the season's first Archery World Cup in Shanghai.

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We'll see: Dwayne Johnson on potential 2020 Presidential Run

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Recently, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson made headlines by sharing that he is considering to run for President in year 2020 and now he has created more hype to the possibility by appearing on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon'.

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Overweight boys at high risk of colon cancer: Study

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): In an attempt to highlight the importance of children to be a healthy, a recent study suggests overweight boys, as compared to their slimmer friends, are at greater risk of colon (bowel) cancer.

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Libya: 141 killed in attack on airbase

Updated: May 20, 2017 12:00 IST

Tripoli [Libya], May 20 (ANI): At least 141 people including civilians were killed in an attack on Brak al-Shati airbase used by Libya's Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar's self-proclaimed Libyan National Army (LNA).

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'A Death In The Gunj': Konkona reveals why she donned director's hat

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Time and again, Bollywood actress Konkona Sen Sharma has impressed audiences with her stellar acting skills in films such as 'Lipstick Under My Burkha', 'Talvar' and 'Page 3' among many others.

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Jaisalmer: Two Pak nationals detained

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:38 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India] May 20 (ANI): The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and a special team of Army intelligence have detained two Pakistani nationals on suspicion of being Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agents in Jaisalmer's Kunjarli village.

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ED summons Narada CEO again, asks him to appear on May 24

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (EC) on Saturday summoned Narada News Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mathew Samuel and asked him to appear at the Kochi ED office on May 24, in connection with the Narada sting probe.

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Sharif, Trump likely to discuss tensions with India at Riyadh Summit

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:31 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and U.S. President Donald Trump are likely to have wide ranging discussions on a number of issues including Islamabad's tense relationship with India, on the sidelines of the fi

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Hockey Test series: Kiwis complete 5-0 whitewash against Indian eves

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:31 IST

Hamilton [New Zealand], May 20 (ANI): The New Zealand women's hockey team continued to produce rich vein of form as they hammered India 6-2 in the final Test to complete a five-match series here on Saturday.

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Uttar Pradesh: Four killed, 15 injured after bus catches fire

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:09 IST

Banda (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 20 (ANI): At least four were killed and 15 people injured when a bus caught fire after coming in contact with a high tension wire upon ramming into an electric pole on Saturday.

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'Original' Rambo Stallone wishes luck to makers of 'Indian' Rambo

Updated: May 20, 2017 11:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Sylvester Stallone really does not want to have his iconic legacy of 'Rambo' wrecked.

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Amit Shah arrives Chandigarh as part of 95-day national tour

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:45 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 20 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah has arrived on a two-day visit to Chandigarh today as part of his country-wide 95-day tour, which began from Jammu and Kashmir last month.

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Srinagar: NIA to grill Separatist leaders over LeT funding today

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:42 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 20 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday reached Srinagar to question Hurriyat leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani and three others, alleged to fuel unrest in the Valley and receiving funds from Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed.

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Mirza-Shvedova storm into Italian Open semis

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:38 IST

Rome [Italy], May 20 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and her partner Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan booked their place in the semi-finals of the Italian Open following a straight-sets victory in their women's doubles clash here last evening.

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Be prepared for 'uncalled threat': Chief of Air Staff warns IAF officers

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In an unprecedented move, Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa, the Chief of Air Staff, has written a personal letter to each officer in the Indian Air Force (IAF), asking the officers "to be prepared for operations with our present holdings, at a very short notice".

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Tripartite talks between UNC, Manipur Govt. and Centre held in Senapati town

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:34 IST

Senapati (Manipur) [India], May 20 (ANI): Tripartite talks between the United Naga Council (UNC), the Manipur Government and the Centre were held on May 19 in the town of Senapati on the district creation issue.

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Tehran seeking constructive talks with neighbours: Iran's envoy

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:34 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 20 (ANI): Iran's ambassador to Kuwait Alireza Enayati has said that Tehran is seeking constructive and peaceful talks with its neighbours to develop better ties with them.

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GST Bill: Maharashtra Legislature begins three-day session today

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:27 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 20 (ANI): The Maharashtra Legislature will today hold a special three-day session to pass the state Goods and Services Tax (SGST) bill.

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J-K: CRPF troops take special training to tackle stone-pelters

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:04 IST

Nagrota (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 20 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police have come up with a special training for the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) to tackle stone pelting and unlawful gathering, under which they are told lives of the civilians are important and it is their duty to make sure the safety of the crowd.

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Cannes 2017: Deepika bids farewell to the French Riviera

Updated: May 20, 2017 10:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): After a successful debut at Cannes this year, Deepika Padukone's experience at the prestigious festival is coming to an end as the actress is all set to bid adieu to the French Riviera.

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Turkish police arrests five Daesh suspects in Istanbul

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:48 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], May 20 (ANI): Turkish police has arrested five Daesh suspects in a counter-terrorism operation in Istanbul.

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Kerala: Woman cuts off man's genitals for trying to rape her

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:48 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 20 (ANI): In a brave act of pure self defence, a woman cut off a man's genitals after he allegedly tried to rape her at Pettah.

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Panneerselvam demands 50 percent reservation for NEET students

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): After the Madras High Court sought the stand of Union health secretary, among others, on a plea for cancellation of the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) 2017 for admissions to MBBS and BDS courses, former Tamil Nadu chief minister O. Panneerselvam on Saturday demanded 50 percent reservation quota to students who will be appearing for NEET this year.

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AIADMK demands President, PM Modi's intervention over CBI probe into Amma's death

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India] (ANI): The AIADMK party has sought President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's intervention into the death of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalitha and also requested a judicial probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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I auditioned for `A Death in the Gunj` twice: Kalki Koechlin

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): In a career spanning over eight years, Kalki Koechlin's acting has time and again been validated by critics, audience and several awards.

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It's a boy! Lisa Haydon welcomes baby Zack

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Happy times for Lisa Haydon as she welcomed her baby boy into her family.

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U'khand landslide: Blocked roads to re-open today, assures CM Rawat

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:15 IST

Vishnuprayag (Uttarakhand) [India], May 20 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Saturday assured that there have been neither casualties, injuries nor any cases of stranded passengers following the landslide yesterday evening, and assured that all blocked roads will be cleared today itself.

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Cannes 2017: Aishwarya channels her inner 'queen' on red carpet

Updated: May 20, 2017 09:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): After Deepika Padukone, Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has taken Cannes by storm with her sheer elegance and style on the third day of the prestigious Film Festival.

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Congress dubs case against Karti Chidambaram as 'political vendetta'

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): As the Enforcement Directorate (ED) slapped a money laundering case against P. Chidamabaram's son Karti and others, the Congress Party on Saturday hit out at the ruling party and alleged a political vendetta behind it.

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White House prepares to battle possible 'impeachment'

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:49 IST

Washington [USA],May 19 (ANI): The White House has started researching impeachment procedures to fend off attempts to remove President Donald Trump from office, even though they consider it a distant possibility.

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French President Macron stresses on combating Jihadi threat

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:38 IST

Paris [France], May 19 (ANI): Newly elected French President, Emmanuel Macron vowed to fight Islamist militants in Africa on his first visit to French troops fighting jihadis in Mali.

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Five arrested in connection with Mathura traders' murder

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:38 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 20 (ANI): Five people, including the main accused, Ranga, on Saturday were arrested in connection with the murder of two jewellers in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura.

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EC to demonstrate working of EVMs, VVPATs today

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) will demonstrate working of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail System (VVPATs) and hold a press conference here at Vigyan Bhavan, today.

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Rajnath to discuss 'Indo-China Border' issue with CMs of five states

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 20 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will chair a meeting with the Chief Ministers of five states on the issue of the India-China Border, in Gangtok today.

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Tom Hardy to star in 'Spider Man' spin-off 'Venom'

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): DC's 'Bane' is going to be Marvel's 'Venom'.

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American Airlines Passenger detained after trying to break into cockpit

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:08 IST

New York [U.S., May 20 (ANI ): A passenger on an American Airlines flight was detained on Saturday after trying to breach the cockpit.

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Counting begins in Iran Presidential election

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:08 IST

Tehran [Iran], May20 (ANI): The counting of vote began in Iran on Saturday after a huge voter turnout in an unexpectedly tight presidential race between President Hassan Rouhani and hardliner Ebrahim Raisi.

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Tillerson urges North Korea to resume talks

Updated: May 20, 2017 08:08 IST

New York [U.S.], May 20 (ANI) : US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has urged North Korea to help foster an atmosphere conducive to talks by putting an end to its ballistic missiles and nuclear weapons tests.

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Imran Khan compares Pak to East India company

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:58 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 20 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan has claimed that the incumbent leaders of Pakistan are running the country like the Britishers ran the East India Company.

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'Provoked' Kashmir unrest soon to be uncovered: Swamy on Hurriyat funding expose

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Expressing satisfaction on the massive development by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) of booking Hurriyat leaders for allegedly receiving funds from Pakistani sources, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Saturday said that its time to get to the bottom of the revolt in the Kashmir, which seems to be 'provoked'.

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Pakistan's plea to rehear Kulbhushan case is 'misconceived': MoS Law

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Union Minister of State for Law and Justice, P.P. Choudhary on Saturday said that Pakistan has already put forward their argument on the matter of jurisdiction in front of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in connection with the former Indian Naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, adding that filing a review petition on the same is 'misconceived'.

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Erectile dysfunction drugs don't give you skin cancer

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): According to a recent study, use of the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra does not cause the development of melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer.

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JD(U) backs Lalu's all out attack on BJP

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Backing Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the raids on his properties, the Janata Dal (United) on Saturday said that the saffron party has a perception to misuse government organization against rivals.

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Eat your way to a healthier heart with this muffin

Updated: May 20, 2017 07:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): When it comes to lowering cholesterol, a 'good heart' muffin, developed by University of Queensland scientists, may keep the doctor at bay.

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One bite is all it takes for Zika mosquito to transmit dengue

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): Turns out, a single mosquito bite might be enough to transmit multiple viruses.

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Defence experts confident of ICJ verdict in favour of India

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:47 IST

New Delhi/Nagpur [India], May 20 (ANI): As Pakistan filed a plea with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to rehear stay on former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, defence experts on Saturday said that the Pakistan's case is too weak and expressed confidence that no matter what Islamabad does the court's verdict will be in favour of India.

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Authenticity of EVMs will be retained with EC's live demo: BJP

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:47 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai [India], May 20 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday said that the live demo of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail System (VVPATs) by the Election Commission of India (ECI) will ensure credibility and the authenticity of the voting machine will be retained.

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Older adults need education on outdoor fall prevention

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): According to a recent study, many older adults lack an understanding of the and how to prevent them.

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Comey will testify publicly before intelligence panel

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:17 IST

New York [U.S.] May 20 (ANI): Former FBI Director James Comey, who was fired by the U.S. President, Donald Trump, amid an agency probe into Russian allegedly meddling in the U.S. election, has agreed to testify before the U.S. Senate Intelligence committee at a public hearing.

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Avoid escalation of Syrian conflict: UN

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:17 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 20 (ANI): The United Nations is not in a position to independently confirm the reports about the U.S. airstrike on the Syrian pro-government militias on May 18, UN Deputy Spokesman Farhan Haq said.

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What pushes North Korea to develop nuclear weapons?

Updated: May 20, 2017 05:02 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 20 (ANI): Secretary of Russia Security Council Nikolai Patrushev has accused the world powers of pushing North Korea towards the development and nuclear weapons and other ballistic missile assets.

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Julia Roberts' advice for soon-to-be parent of twins, George Clooney

Updated: May 20, 2017 04:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Julia Roberts has some words of wisdom for her pal George Clooney, who is expecting two little ones with his wife, Amal Clooney.

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Who's playing father of Raven's kids in 'That's So Raven' spin-off?

Updated: May 20, 2017 04:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 20 (ANI): 'Raven's Home,' the highly anticipated spin-off to 'That's So Raven,' is bringing back some familiar faces from the original show.

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Lena Dunham axes upcoming tour due to endometriosis

Updated: May 20, 2017 03:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Lena Dunham's ongoing battle against endometriosis has forced her to cancel her upcoming Lenny IRL tour.

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Trump boasted of firing 'nut job' Comey to Russians

Updated: May 20, 2017 03:15 IST

New York [U.S.], May 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told the Russian officials during a meet at the Oval office on May 10 that firing "nut job" FBI Director James Comey relieved "great pressure."

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President Trump begins first foreign trip to Middle East, Europe

Updated: May 20, 2017 02:32 IST

New York [U.S.], May 20 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on May 19 embarked on his first foreign visit to Saudi Arabia, Israel and global summits in Italy and Belgium.

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Friends: The one that got nixed by Matthew Perry

Updated: May 20, 2017 02:20 IST

New delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Turns out, Chandler Bing would have ended up in a male strip joint in one of the episodes of 'Friends' had Matthew Perry not stepped in.

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Somnath Bharti's domestic violence case in trial court today

Updated: May 20, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Saturday will take up the proceedings against AAP leader Somnath Bharti in a domestic violence.

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Hopeful of meeting between Trump, Dalai Lama: Lobsang Sangay

Updated: May 20, 2017 01:37 IST

Dharmashala [India], May 20 (ANI) :Tibet's Prime Minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay on Thursday expressed hope that U.S. President Donald Trump might continue to support the Tibetan cause and meet Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama.

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Jaitley defamation case: Trial against Kejriwal to start from today

Updated: May 20, 2017 01:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): The Patiala High Court on Saturday will start the trial in a criminal defamation case filed by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) matter.

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Ravi Kumar finishes fifth in the Men's 10m Air Rifle

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): India's Ravi Kumar shot brilliantly on day one of the International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol) at Munich's Olympic Shooting Range to eventually finish fifth in the Men's 10m Air Rifle.

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Kashmiri youth plans big to promote Sufi music in Valley

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:28 IST

Srinagar [India], May 19 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir has a comprehensive and a compelling history when it comes to Sufism.

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15,000 pilgrims stranded at Rishikesh-Badrinath National Highway

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:17 IST

Vishnuprayag (Uttarakhand) [India], May 19 (ANI): At as many 15,000 people were left stranded after a landslide occurred near Rishikesh-Badrinath National Highway.

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Three labourers working on China 'Silk Road' project killed in Pak

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:14 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): Suspected militants on Friday gunned down three Pakistani workers building a Chinese-funded "Silk Road" highway in Balochistan, just days after a similar attack that killed 10 labourers working on projects under the Chinese Belt and Road initiative.

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SC reserves its order in UP teacher appointment case

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday reserved its order in Uttar Pradesh teacher appointment case.

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Maulvi Qadri offers 20 lakh for putting Jadhav's shoes around Sharif's neck

Updated: May 19, 2017 23:04 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 19 (ANI): Chairman of All India Minority United Council Syed Atif Ali Qadri on Friday said he would reward Rs. 20 lakh to the person who puts "Kulbhushan Jadhav's shoes around Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's neck and parades him across India."

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Telangana CM urges police to help 'the helpless'

Updated: May 19, 2017 22:43 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 19 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao has urged the police to come to the rescue of the helpless and help them like God, 'who helps those who cannot help themselves.'

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China has 'no problem' with India, Singapore bilateral exercise

Updated: May 19, 2017 22:41 IST

Beijing [China], May 19 (ANI): China on Friday said it had 'no problem' with the bilateral exercise between India and Singapore, said to be holding navy exercises in the South China Sea, citing it didn't mind such exchanges if they were due to "friendly purposes."

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Indian national who died in Atlanta to be cremated there

Updated: May 19, 2017 22:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The family of the deceased 58-year-old Indian national, who was detained by the U.S. Immigation Department and later, died at an Atlanta hospital earlier this week, has allowed the Indian authorities in the city to cremate his body.

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Afghanistan: Landmine blast kills 11 of a family

Updated: May 19, 2017 22:01 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 19 (ANI): A roadside landmine on Friday claimed 11 lives, including five women and five children, of a family in Afghanistan.

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Industrialist abducted at gun-point in UP's Firozabad

Updated: May 19, 2017 21:54 IST

Firozabad (U.P.) [India], May 19 (ANI): Industrialist Sanjay Mittal was kidnapped by bike-borne assailants at gun point in Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad district on Friday.

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GST Bill passed in Odisha Assembly

Updated: May 19, 2017 21:31 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill was passed in Odisha legislative assembly on Friday.

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Himachal CM says swine flu deaths 'common' in populated states

Updated: May 19, 2017 21:11 IST

Hamirpur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on Friday stirred a hornet's nest by making a controversial statement on deaths caused due to swine flu.

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CBI institutes inquiry against two 'unqualified' doctors sent to Rio

Updated: May 19, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has instituted a preliminary inquiry against two doctors - Pawandeep Singh and R.S. Negi, who, without proper qualifications, were sent to Rio Olympics along with the Indian sports contingent.

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Delhi: Union Bank of India security guard shot at

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): A security guard of Union Bank of India in Delhi's Rohini Sector 24 was shot at by unknown assailants on Friday.

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Brexit negotiations to start formally on June 19

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:47 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 19 (ANI): June 19 is the first formal day of talks between Britain and the European Union (EU) about its withdrawal from the bloc.

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SC rejects Justice Karnan's plea, finds it 'not maintainable'

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday rejected Justice C.S. Karnan's plea for recall of the six-month jail term for contempt of court, stating that the petition was "not maintainable" in the court.

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Panneerselvam meets PM Modi to discuss drought issue

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O. Panneerselvam met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday to seek the Centre's assistance under the Avinashi-Athikadavu groundwater recharge scheme and also loan waiver for the debt-ridden farmers.

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IAS officer Anurag Tiwari's brother suspects lapse into investigation

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:40 IST

Behraichi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Mayank Tiwari, brother of IAS officer Anurag Tiwari, who was found dead under mysterious circumstances on a roadside in Uttar Pradesh's Hazratganj area, on Friday suspected lapses into the police's investigation.

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Have given all answers to Mishra's allegations: AAP

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Brushing aside all charges made by sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Gopal Rai on Friday said his party had given answers to the former's allegations.

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Pakistan files plea with ICJ to rehear Kulbhushan Jadhav case

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:13 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): A day after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) stayed the death sentence awarded to former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by the Pakistan military court, Islamabad on Friday filed a plea in the Hague to rehear the case within six weeks.

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President Mukherjee receives books based on India-Bengal history

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:13 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 19 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday received first set of copies of the 'Jnan, A-Janan And Bijnan: Popper-Er Jnantatta' and 'Samudra Banijjer Prekshite Sthala Banijjya, Bharat Mahasagar Anchal, 1500-1800' from Dr. Sushil Chaudhury and Dr. Mahasweta Chaudhury here.

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VCK party chief takes on TN Govt. over Vellore incident

Updated: May 19, 2017 20:01 IST

Vellore (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 19 (ANI): Condemning the Vellore incident where women protesting against liquor shops were lathi-charged by the police, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thirumavalavan criticised the Tamil Nadu Government, citing that such kinds of incidents have become a common sight in the state.

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India to become TB free by 2025: Nadda

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda on Friday declared that the government would eradicate Tuberculosis (TB) by 2025.

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Jadhav's case should not be politicised: Pak NA Speaker

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:30 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Friday said that alleged Indian spy Kulbushan Jadhav's issue should not be politicised.

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Cannes 2017: Aishwarya stuns in Mark Bumgarner gown

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Just a few hours ago we got a glimpse of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's first look at the Cannes Film Festival in a beautiful Yanina outfit. Now the actress has changed her look for the second round of media interactions.

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Russia slams US strike on pro-Syrian government forces

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:09 IST

Nicosia [Russia], May 19 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday slammed the recent 'illegitimate' US-led coalition's strike against pro-Syrian government forces.

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Gopal Rai asks Delhi LG to punish DDA officials for demolition of shelter home

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Delhi Cabinet Minister Gopal Rai on Friday said he would request Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal to take serious action against the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) officials for demolition of a shelter home.

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Halep eases into Italian Open semis

Updated: May 19, 2017 19:00 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 19 (ANI): Romanian sixth seed Simona Halep entered the semi-final of the Italian Open with a comfortable straight-sets win over Estonia's Anett Kontaveit on Friday.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises HP on CCI approval for acquisition of global printer business of Samsung Electronics

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Co. provided legal and strategic advice to HP Inc. (HP) from a competition law perspective in relation to its proposed acquisition of the global printer business of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.

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India to play Nepal in international friendly on June 6

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Indian football team will be playing Nepal in an international friendly at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai on June 6.

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GST will pave way for a better automotive market in India: SIAM president

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Hailing the Centre's decision over new Goods and Service Tax (GST) rates on automobiles, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) president Vinod Dasari said that the introduced rates will pave for stimulating demand and strengthening the automotive market in the country.

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Murugappa group records highest ever EBITDA, Growth over previous year; PBT grows

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Murugappa Group recorded a turnover of Rs. 30, 023 crores during 2016-17 (last year Rs. 29,395 crores).

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CONFIRMED! Dia Mirza to play Maanyata in Dutt biopic!

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): There were a lot of reports recently that a newcomer, who exactly looks like Maanyata Dutt, is playing her role in Sanjay Dutt's biopic.

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Former Pakistan batsman Younis Khan honoured at Lord's

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:25 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): Former Pakistan cricketer Younis Khan was on Thursday honoured at the Mecca of Cricket, Lord's, in recognition of his remarkable career.

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Sonam shares a heartfelt post for parents on their anniversary

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Everyone knows how close Sonam Kapoor is to her family. She always spends quality time with them, when she is not at work.

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Cannes apologises for technical malfunction at Okja's screening

Updated: May 19, 2017 18:21 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 19 (ANI): Netflix is surely not having a good time at Cannes.

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Delhi shelter home horror: DCW seeks report

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Delhi Commission of Women (DCW) on Friday instituted an enquiry and sought detailed reasons into the demolition of a Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) night shelter for women and children, after which over hundreds were rendered shelter-less and had to spend nights on road.

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'Musharraf has to appear before court under any circumstances': Pak Court

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): A special court in Pakistan hearing the high treason case against former president Pervez Musharraf, has ordered him to appear before the court under any circumstances.

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Hyderabad appeals for help in human trafficking case

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:53 IST

Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): A family in Hyderabad has appealed to the government to help it to solve a case of human trafficking where a woman was first sent to Jeddah with a promise that she would land a beautician's job.

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Nation witnessing decisive government under PM Modi's leadership: Gujarat CM

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:52 IST

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], May 19 (ANI): Appreciating the completion of three years of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government at the Centre, Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Friday said the nation has witnessed a decisive government under the governance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as opposed to the previous paralytic regime.

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IT start up in Guwahati generates jobs for unemployed in north east

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:52 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 19 (ANI): With the launch of its flagship initiative 'Startup India', the central government is trying to create an atmosphere for encouraging entrepreneurship among the youth.

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Ola, BarTalk partner to promote 'Do Not Drink and Drive' initiative

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): As a part of continued initiatives against drunk driving, Ola, India's most popular mobile app for transportation has partnered with BarTalk, a new age smart OOH network, to support their 'Do Not Drink and Drive' initiative being launched across key bars and pubs in the National Capital.

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Adityanath chides Opposition over ruckus in Assembly

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:41 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Taking on the Opposition in Uttar Pradesh, which has been creating a ruckus in the Assembly over the law and order situation in the state, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday assured a strict action against the criminals.

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DDCA defamation case: Court exempts Azad for absence

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Tis Hazari court in Delhi on Friday exempted suspended Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kirti Azad for his absence at the hearing today in connection with a criminal defamation case.

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Motto in life should be to have pride as Indians: Mohammad Kaif

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif, who had to face a backlash on social media for expressing his delight at the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) ruling in the Kulbhushan Jadhav's case, on Friday asserted that he is proud to be an Indian and urged his fellow countrymen to have the same feeling.

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Cannes 2017: Aishwarya Rai is all set for red carpet

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): After Deepika Padukone's successful debut, Cannes veteran Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is all geared up for her red carpet walk at the French Riviera.

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Scrap triple talaq immediately, says Heptullah

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:17 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 19 (ANI) Manipur Governor Najma A Heptullah, has called for the immediate scrapping of triple talaq, saying that it is a medium of oppression.

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Fitness enthusiasts open dance studio in Nagaland

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:17 IST

Kohima (Nagaland) [India], May 19 (ANI): Good health is priceless and is indeed one of the greatest gifts from god. A group of fitness enthusiasts in Nagaland have opened up a new dance fitness studio for health conscious people.

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Mallya to represent India in FIA till October

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:17 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 19 (ANI): Absconding businessman Vijay Mallya, who has been facing extradition to India over debts and money laundering, will continue to represent India in World Motorsport Council FIA.

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Elle Fanning picks Platinum Jewellery at "Opening Ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival"

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Over the years, the A-listed celebrities have been donning exquisite platinum jewellery on the red carpet and beyond. At the much awaited 70th Annual Cannes Film Festival, Hollywood's stunningly gorgeous actress 'Elle Fanning' chose platinum jewellery for the opening ceremony of the event. The actress, clearly a fan of platinum, sizzled the red carpet in platinum jewellery by Tiffany and Co.

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Aadhar-PAN linkage: SC adjourns hearing till June 27

Updated: May 19, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday adjourned the hearing on all the petitions challenging the Central Government's decision to make Aadhar card mandatory for availing various government schemes till June 27.

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Won't allow `special` Kane to leave, says Tottenham manager

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:54 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 19 (ANI): Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has insisted that there is no chance Harry Kane would be allowed to leave the club after the "special" striker displayed a fantastic performance during their Premier League clash against Leicester city.

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China made Heroin worth Rs. 6 crore seized by SSB

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has seized 900 gms of Double Tiger China made Heroin worth Rs. 6 crore and also apprehended a person namely Lal Bahaudur Sardar in connection with the case.

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EY, Automation Anywhere collaborate globally; to help increase efficiencies & cost savings

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): EY has announced that it is working with Automation Anywhere, a global leader in robotic process automation (RPA) and intelligent automation for enterprises, to help companies to increase efficiencies and reduce costs across back- and front-office operations and in enterprise functions such as finance, HR, supply chain, IT, and sales and marketing.

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IIFA 2017: 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' leads with 8 nominations

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The 18th edition of the 2017 IIFA Awards is among the most coveted and highly anticipated awards celebrations that honour the very best of Indian Cinema with the highest level of achievement seen through the glamorous IIFA statuette.

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Father's vitamin D intake may impact kid's height, weight

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Would-be-fathers should eat more dairy products, orange juice, soya milk and cereals before planning a family, as a study finds that a father's vitamin D intake is associated with his child's height and overall health at the age of five.

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Army prepared to deal with militants in Kashmir: Jaitley

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday said the Indian Armed Forces are fully prepared to deal with the militants crossing across the valley.

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Hurriyat leaders should be exposed: BJP

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Retorting to the reports of National Investigative Agency (NIA) booking Hurriyat leaders for allegedly receiving funds from Pakistani sources such as LeT's Hafiz Saeed to foment violence in the Jammu and Kashmir region, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said that the accused must be interrogated and punished as per the law of the land.

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Microsoft Cloud services to empower Non-Profit Organizations in India

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): As part of Microsoft's 'Public Cloud for Good' initiative, Microsoft India is making Microsoft Azure broadly available to eligible non-profit organizations, bringing the power of technology to them.

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GST Bill is going to be consumer friendly: Jaitley

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday said that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, which is to exempt the daily-use commodities from the levy, is going to be more efficient and a consumer friendly taxation system.

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Bollywood's biggest and boldest youth icon Ranveer Singh is back with Jack & Jones 'Don't Hold Back'

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Ranveer Singh's association with JACK & JONES last year for the brand's national campaign #DONTHOLDBACK was nothing less than a euphoric success. Taking this idea further, Ranveer urged the youth of the nation to rebel through their music and to join the madness that is, #DONTHOLDBACK.

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Sweden drops WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange rape investigation

Updated: May 19, 2017 16:09 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 19 (ANI): Sweden is set to drop investigation into WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on rape allegations, CNN quoted a prosecution statement released on Friday.

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WCRC announces 4th edition of Asia's most promising brands 2017

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi[India], May 19 (ANI-Businesswire India) : Asia's leading brand equity research and consulting firm World Consulting & Research Corporation announced the release of the 4th edition of 'Asia's Most Promising Brands 2017', world's leading research and brand equity enhancement based marketing and organizational growth process.

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SP's Abu Azmi takes over school run by Naik's IRF

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 19 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Abu Azmi has taken over the Islamic International School (IIS), located in Mumbai's Mazgaon, which was earlier run by Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) for the welfare of the students.

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Pidilite Industries posts 6.8 percent growth on sales

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:51 IST

Mumbai [India], May 19 (ANI-Businesswire India): Pidilite Industries Limited, India's leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and construction chemicals today announced its financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2017.

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'Understated' Arunachal's Ganga Lake a popular tourist attraction

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:39 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Rich in natural resources and set against the backdrop of the spectacular Himalayan hills, Arunachal Pradesh is home to several tourist attractions.

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OPS files affidavit with EC alleging money misuse during by-poll

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O. Panneerselvam on Friday said that his faction has submitted an affidavit to the Election Commission, citing that huge amounts of money was used to buy votes at the time of by-polls in the state.

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Delhi shelter razed: Living on streets haunts the homeless again!

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Thinking of sleeping on the streets with her three children again haunts Ruby, as it was only few years ago when she and her children found a roof over their heads.

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'Baahubali 2' becomes first Indian movie to enter 1500-crore club

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): It has been three weeks that SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' has hit the screens and since then, it has done nothing but break every record at the Box Office.

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Swedish prosecutors drop rape probe against Julian Assange

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:23 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 19 (ANI): Prosecutors in Sweden have announced that they will drop a preliminary investigation into an allegation of rape against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, bringing to an end a seven-year legal standoff.

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Exercise may help burn bone fat and improve quality

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Whether you are lean or over-weight, exercising is imperative in your daily life, as a study finds that exercising burns the fat found within the bone marrow and improves bone quality in a matter of weeks.

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Aamir Khan shares his favorite memory of Sachin Tendulkar

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Just like everyone, Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan is also eagerly awaiting for the release of 'Sachin: A billion Dreams'.

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Sana Khan, Yash Ahlawat invite applications for Bollywood Mr. And Miss India 2017

Updated: May 19, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Sana Khan and Yash Ahlawat, actor and founder Studio 19 Films, recently announced for the applications of Bollywood Mr. And Miss India 2017 to be held on June 24 at Crown Plaza, Rohini, here.

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SYL canal issue: Haryana CM Khattar pins hopes on SC

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:57 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 19 (ANI): Raising the burning issue of the SYL (Satluj Yamuna Link) canal, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Friday asserted that petition has already been filed and expressed hope for better results from Supreme Court.

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Injured CRPF jawans airlifted for further treatment to Raipur hospital

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:43 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel who were injured in an IED blast triggered by Maoists in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, have been airlifted by helicopter to Raipur for further treatment.

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Italian Open: Bopanna-Cueves eye semi-final spot

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:42 IST

Rome [Italy], May 19 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Uruguayan partner Pablo Cuevas will aim to book their place in the semi-finals of the Italian Open when they take on fourth seeded pair of Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicolas Mahut later on Friday.

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James Wan shares picture of Amber Heard in new 'Mera' costume

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Queen Mera has finally come out of the sea.

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Pak now forming new legal team for Jadhav's case

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:33 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): Adviser to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz has said that Islamabad will form a new team of lawyers to present Pakistan's stance vigorously in the Kulbushan Jadhav case that is before the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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IAS officer death: BJP says Centre will order CBI inquiry, if required

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:33 IST

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said that the Centre would order a Crime Branch of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the death of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, Anurag Tiwari, if required.

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Tiger Shroff to star in Indian remake of 'Rambo'

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:29 IST

LosAngeles [USA], May 19 (ANI): It's OFFICIAL! We are getting an official Indian remake of Sylvester Stallone's hit-action movie 'Rambo'.

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HUDCO's debut on exchanges witnesses 21.5 pct premium at Rs. 73.55

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): After witnessing a bumper subscription, shares of the government-owned Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) got listing at 21.5 percent premium at Rs. 73.55 on the exchanges.

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'Won't let Barkati perform namaz', say protestors in Kolkata

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:29 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 19 (ANI): Chaos prevailed outside was here on Friday the Tipu Sultan Masjid when a group of men said that they won't allow Imam Syed Noor-ur-Rehman Barkati perform the namaz.

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Would love Gerrard to succeed me at Liverpool: Klopp

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:16 IST

London [UK], May 19 (ANI): Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that he would love former England skipper Steven Gerrard to succeed him at the club.

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Singapore court jails Bangladeshi for rape of Chinese woman

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:16 IST

Toa Payoh [Singapore], May 19 (ANI): A Bangladeshi construction worker was on Friday sentenced to 17 years imprisonment for abducting and raping a woman at the MacRitchie Reservoir, in Singapore.

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Indian man detained at Atlanta Airport dies

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:16 IST

Washington [United States], May 19 (ANI): A 58-year-old Indian man, who was in the custody of the US Immigation department for the past week, has died at a Atlanta hospital.

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Forested area in Chhattisgarh named after Anil Dave

Updated: May 19, 2017 14:05 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh on Friday announced that a 41 hectare forested land in the Durg region of the state would be named after late Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave.

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Change in lifestyle, medication may cure secondary hypertension

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): If you have high blood pressure of more than 180/ 120 mm Hg with no family history before 30 or after 55 years of age then you may be suffering from secondary hypertension and need to bring in lifestyle modification and medications.

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Killers prefer UP now to carry out murders: Congress

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:59 IST

Lucknow (UP) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday alleged that the death of Karnataka-cadre IAS officer Anurag Tiwari was a case of murder in a "VVIP" area and targeted the state government over the law and order situation in the state.

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This is how Salman reacted after being approached for 'Hanuman Da Damdaar'

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): It's everyone's dream to get Salman Khan in their movie. But, only few get lucky. First time director Ruchi Narain, who is coming out with movie 'Hanuman Da Damdaar', feels that he really liked the idea of the movie and that is why he got on-board for the movie.

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Justice Karnan approaches President for suspension of SC order

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Mathew J. Nethumpara, who claims to be the lawyer for Kolkata High Court sitting Judge Justice C. S Karnan, approached President Pranab Mukherjee and filed a petition on Friday, seeking suspension of the Supreme Court order sentencing Karnan to six months imprisonment for contempt of court.

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J&K: Jaitley reviews security, hails 'domination, readiness' of Armed Forces

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Sharing the proud feeling on seeing one's armed forces working dedicatedly, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday applauded troops for their readiness to any misadventure by enemy.

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Khawaja, Head to lead Australia `A` in South Africa

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:24 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 19 (ANI): Top-order batsman Usman Khawaja will lead the 14-member Australian A squad for the two four-day matches against South Africa A, beginning July 12 at Tukkies in Pretoria.

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Rajinikanth unsuitable for Tamil Nadu politics: Subramanian Swamy

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): With the buzz surrounding superstar Rajinikanth's possible entry into politics, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Friday downplayed the entire see-sawing development saying he is 'unsuitable' for becoming the chief minister of a large state like Tamil Nadu.

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Japan cabinet approves bill to allow Emperor Akihito abdication

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:23 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 19 (ANI): The Japanese Government cabinet on Friday approved a bill that will allow Emperor Akihito to become the country's first monarch in more than two centuries to abdicate.

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Revv launches first car subscription platform 'Switch'

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Shared mobility platform Revv on Friday announced the launch of first multi-brand car subscription platform Switch to enable users to subscribe to vehicle on annual or monthly basis, instead of buying or renting it.

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Transgenders demolish hospital property in Meerut

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:22 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): A group of agitated transgenders on Friday damaged a hospital in the wake of the murder of former councilor Hazare Fako.

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NIA orders enquiry into Hurriyat funding by Pak terrorists

Updated: May 19, 2017 13:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): In what can be termed as a major breakthrough for the Centre in the ongoing Kashmir unrest, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday registered a preliminary enquiry into the funding of Hurriyat leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Naeem Khan and others in Jammu and Kashmir by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed and other Pakistan based terrorists.

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Make your haircare easy with Kevin Murphy

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Now managing the damaged unruly hair will be easy as haircare brand Kevin Murphy has stepped in to the Indian market with a bang.

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BJP, RSS will pay for coming at me: Lalu Prasad Yadav

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:54 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 19 (ANI): Facing a barrage of allegations of anonymity property and later being raided by the Income Tax Department, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav lashed out at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Central Government asserting that the saffron party and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) are holding grudges against him and his party for which they would soon repay.

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Alibaba projects 271 pct surge in Digital Media & Entertainment revenue for FY17

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): UCWeb Inc's holding company, Alibaba Group on Friday reported a 271 percent jump (year-on-year) in its Digital Media and Entertainment revenue for the fiscal year ended March 31.

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Ranveer's new look is jaw-dropping!

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Ranveer Singh, who is known for his quirky nature and dressing style, is all set to cause mayhem now, with his new avatar.

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ED files money laundering case against Karti Chidambaram

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Following the Income-Tax raids at his residence in Chennai, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday slapped a money laundering case against P. Chidamabaram's son Karti and others, taking cognizance of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) FIR against him.

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NGT imposes Rs. 5k fine for open defecation on Yamuna floodplain

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Friday, as a measure for cleaning River Yamuna, prohibited open defecation and dumping of any kind waste in the flood plain of Yamuna.

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Musharraf refuses video link testimony in Benazir Bhutto murder case

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:33 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): Former Pakistan president general Pervez Musharraf has refused to testify through video link in the 2007 Benazir Bhutto murder case.

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Now, HIV is no more curse on motherhood

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is no more a curse on motherhood, as according to experts' combination of several medicines can reduce the risk of transmission of the disease from mother to babies.

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Tendulkar briefs PM Modi about 'Sachin A Billion Dreams', receives blessings

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi where he briefed the latter about his upcoming biopic 'Sachin A Billion Dreams' and received his blessings.

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Indian eves go down fighting 0-3 to Kiwis in fourth Hockey Test

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:22 IST

Hamilton [New Zealand], May 19 (ANI): The Indian women's hockey team slumped to a fourth straight loss against New Zealand as they suffered a 0-3 defeat in the penultimate Test of the five-match series here on Friday.

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Gaining 1.74 kg/year can make women obese in late 40's

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A study finds that women gaining 1.74 kg per year in early 20's can make them overweight or obese in 40s.

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Supertech to expedite project completion with Rs. 1500 crore investment

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Real estate firm Supertech Ltd. on Friday announced its plans to invest Rs. 1,500 crore on construction and other activities in the current financial year to expedite project completion in National Capital Region, North India and Bengaluru.

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Aircel-Maxis case: Delhi HC issues notice to Dayanidhi Maran

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notice to former telecom minister Dayanidhi Maran, his brother Kalanithi and others on the plea filed by Enforcement Directorate (ED) against their discharge in the Aircel-Maxis case.

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Old age consumers feel greater risk than benefits in online ads: Study

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): A study finds that most of the old age online users have installed ad blockers as their perception is, internet advertisements have more risk than the benefits.

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Kadarpur: Inspired by Rewari, students demand school upgradation

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:11 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], May 19 (ANI): Inspired by the success story from Rewari, around 170 students staged a 'dharna' outside their school premises to urge authorities to upgrade the school to Senior Secondary level in Kadarpur village of Gurugram.

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Kapil vs Kejriwal: Mishra drops third bomb, alleges 'hawala network'

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) minister Kapil Mishra, whose vociferous campaign against the Delhi Chief Minister continues in full steam, entered its third round today as he leveled a new set of charges against Arvind Kejriwal.

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Katrina teams up with 'Tiger' and 'Thug' in new picture

Updated: May 19, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Everyone knows that Katrina Kaif is quite excited about her upcoming movies.

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Afridi set for county return

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:58 IST

Hampshire [UK], May 19 (ANI): Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi will be returning to Hampshire after signing for this season's NatWest T20 Blast competition.

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EC to hold live demo of EVMs, VVPATs tomorrow

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) will hold a live demonstration of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail System (VVPATs) tomorrow in Delhi.

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ED attaches properties worth Rs 1.12 crore of Jain Brothers; files prosecution complaint

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Enforcement Directorate on Friday provisionally attached Agricultural Land belonging to Surendra Kumar Jain and Virendra Jain at Bhatti Village, New Delhi to the extent of Rs. 1,11,96,000.

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IPL 10: KKR, Mumbai Indians to lock horns for final spot

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:54 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 18 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders ( KKR) will aim to take avenge of their twin defeats in the league stage when they take on Mumbai Indians in the second qualifier of the Indian Premier League (IPL) here at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium today.

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Clean Ganga River: PM Modi stresses on 'increased' public participation

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the progress of the Namaami Gange programme last evening, where he stressed on the need to further increase public awareness and participation in the task of cleaning the River Ganga

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Chit fund scam: TMC MP Sudip Bandopadhyay granted bail

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:53 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 19 (ANI): Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Sudip Bandopadhyay was granted bail here today by the Odisha High Court, in connection with the Rose Valley chit fund scam.

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Red Hat extends strategic alliance to access AWS services into Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Leading provider of open source solutions Red Hat and Amazon Web Services, Inc. has announced an extended strategic alliance to natively integrate access to AWS services into Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform.

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Shruti Haasan graces Cannes Film Festival with 'Sangamithra'

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): It wasn't Deepika Padukone alone, who made a glamorous debut at the Cannes Film Festival.

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Assam: Army guns down ULFA (I) cadre, recovers ammunition

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:44 IST

Udalgiri (Assam) [India], May 19 (ANI): In a successful bid, the Indian Army on Friday neutralised United Liberation Front of Assam (Independent) (ULFA) (I) cadre Ramesh Bora.

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I haven't retired from Test cricket: de Villiers

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:44 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 19 (ANI): South Africa ODI skipper AB de Villiers has quashed suggestions that he is closing in on retiring from the longest format of the game, thus leaving the door open for national selectors to pick him for the Test series against Australia early next year.

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Skillsoft announces brand new state-of-the-art learning platform 'Percipio'

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI-NewsVoir): Skillsoft, the global leader in eLearning, announces Percipio, its cloud based, state-of-the-art content delivery and learning platform. Built by leveraging almost 20 years of eLearning experience, Percipio is designed to provide a beautiful, consumer-led experience that makes the learner feel engaged and inspired.

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Triple Talaq victim threatens to 'convert' to Hinduism

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:25 IST

Udham Singh Nagar (Uttarakhand), May 19 (ANI): Another case of Triple Talaq has surfaced from Udham Singh Nagar of Uttarakhand, where after falling victim to the Islamic divorce practice, a woman has threatened either to convert to Hinduism or commit suicide if she did not get justice

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Sukma: Two CRPF jawans injured in IED blast

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:21 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans were injured after an IED blast was triggered by Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh.

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Big B, Rishi Kapoor to play father-son in '102 not out'

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Few weeks back, actor Rishi Kapoor revealed on Twitter that he will be working with Amitabh Bachchan after a very long time.

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PTI blames Sharif for ICJ stay of Jadhav execution

Updated: May 19, 2017 11:11 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI): The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has blamed Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) temporary stay of the execution of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav and asked him to clear his position in parliament.

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Finvasia wins 2017 Benzinga Global Fintech Award

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:56 IST

Mumbai [India], May 19 (ANI-Newsvoir): Finvasia, India's first broker that offers commission free trading, has won the award for 'Best Trading Execution or Brokerage Platform' at the 2017 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards in New York, USA.

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Children's shelter razed: DCW warns Delhi Police, DDA over 'inaction'

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Demanding justice and quick action on the demolition of the homeless shelter by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and Delhi Police in Nizamuddin, Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal slammed the DDA asserting that they should be responsible in giving a new rehabilitation centre within 24 hours.

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Coal Scam: Ex-coal secy H.C Gupta found guilty

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Friday held former coal secretary H.C. Gupta, joint secretary K.S. Kropha, Krishnapatnam Security Services Pvt. Ltd (KSSPL) and its Managing Director (MD) P.K. Ahluwalia guilty of criminal conspiracy, in connection with alleged irregularities in allocation of a Chhattisgarh based coal block to SKS Ispat and Power Ltd (SIPL).

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Satyendar Jain files defamation case against Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The infectious infighting within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) shows no sign of slowing down as Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Friday filed a criminal defamation case sacked minister Kapil Mishra.

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Haryana shocker: Sarpanch's family beats up two widows

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:36 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 19 (ANI): A viral video has sent shockwaves across the nation, in which a sarpanch's family in Rewari's Bhudhana village can be seen abusing two widows publicly and also beat them up.

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Foodgrains, common-use products to get cheaper as GST Council decides service tax rate

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Goods and service Tax (GST) council will decide the rate of Service Tax today.

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Nadal, Djokovic romp into Italian Open quarters

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:33 IST

Rome [Italy], May 19 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal continued his impressive clay-court season as he booked his place in the quarter-finals of the Italian Open after clinching straight sets victory over American Jack Sock last evening.

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Deepika had 'super super time' at Cannes Film Festival

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Deepika Padukone surely nailed it with her debut at the Cannes Film Festival, this year.

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Anil Madhav Dave's last rites performed in Indore

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:21 IST

Hoshangabad (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): Late Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave's last rites were performed at his ancestral place here.

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Rajinikanth bats for Stalin, hints major change in TN politics

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:18 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 19 (ANI): Continuing to maintain his see-sawing attitude towards the recent criticism over his remarks on joining politics, Tamil superstar Rajinikanth on Friday rhetorically said the people would see what happens when the 'ultimate war' comes.

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I am true-Tamilian: Rajinikanth on 'outsider' remark

Updated: May 19, 2017 10:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Finally the Rajini-darbar comes to an end, with the Thalaiva addressing the fans on the fourth day.

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Four-goal Kane shines as Tottenham hammer Leicester in PL clash

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:56 IST

London [U.K], May 19 (ANI): Star striker Harry Kane smashed four times as Tottenham once again produced a spectacular performance to sweep aside title holder Leicester City 6-1 in their penultimate Premier League clash at the King Power Stadium on Friday.

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Delhi shelter razed: Kejriwal promises new haven for homeless children

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Following the demolition of the homeless shelter by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and Delhi Police in Nizamuddin yesterday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday expressed his concern over the disturbing development and assured that the children are being shifted to another home.

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Jewellers murdered: Hema Malini to visit Mathura on May 24th

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:52 IST

Mumbai [India], May 19 (ANI): After the murder of two jewellers inside a jewellery shop rattled the holy city of Mathura, its MP Hema Malini on Friday expressed grief over the loss of life and said that she will visit her constituency on May 24.

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Brazil: President Temer refuses to step down amid corruption chaos

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:52 IST

Brasília (Brazil) [India], May 19 (ANI): Turmoil in Brazil politics was further escalated as President Michel Temer refused to resign from his office following the Supreme Court's approval of investigating corruption scandal allegation.

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Midfielder Navjot Kaur completes 100 international caps for India

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:52 IST

Hamilton [New Zealand], May 19 (ANI): Indian women's hockey team midfielder Navjot Kaur completed the milestone of playing 100 international matches during her side's fourth Test of the five-match series against New Zealand here on Friday.

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Pak Govt. seeks support to shut down PIA

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:40 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 19 (ANI)): The Pakistan Government is seeking support from lawmakers across party lines to shut down the loss-making Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) by declaring it 'bankrupt'.

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Jharkhand: Four lynched to death over suspicion of kidnapping children

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:28 IST

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], May 19 (ANI): Four persons were brutally beaten to death yesterday in Jamshedpur over rumors of being child kidnappers.

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Thane: Five held for 'impersonation' in police recruitment

Updated: May 19, 2017 09:07 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India], May 19 (ANI): Many cases of paper leak and cheating during exams are on the rise; but one such unusual case has emerged from Maharashtra, where five people were arrested for impersonation in an examination for police recruitment held in Thane.

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MP: Five-year-old dies after being rescued from borewell

Updated: May 19, 2017 08:55 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): In a tragic development, the five-year-old boy who was rescued from a 100 ft deep borewell here, has died.

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NY Square pedestrian horror: Accused driver taken in for 'evaluation'

Updated: May 19, 2017 08:53 IST

New York City (New York) [India], May 19 (ANI): Richard Rojas, 26, the driver of the car that killed one and injured 22 others in the busy New York Times Square on Thursday, was admitted to Bellevue Hospital Center for evaluation.

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Goa footbridge collapse: Death toll rises to two, rescue ops on

Updated: May 19, 2017 08:01 IST

Curchorem (Goa) [India], May 19 (ANI): Death toll rises to two as another body was recovered on Friday, after a Portuguese era footbridge collapsed in South Goa's Curchorem.

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MP: Five-year-old critical after rescued from borewell

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:48 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): A five-year-old boy Satyam, who fell into a deep borewell in the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh yesterday, has been rescued and sent to the nearby hospital for further treatment.

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100-year-old technique offers fertility hope

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Infertile couples have a major opportunity to achieve a successful pregnancy without the need for IVF, thanks to new research into a 100-year-old medical technique.

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Pakistan should be tried for genocide of Baloch people in the ICJ: Activist

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:46 IST

Paris [France] May 19 (ANI) : Hailing the verdict by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, Baloch Diaspora France President Ali Akbar Mengal said the decision is a "victory for humanity."

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Customized, frequent emails may help smokers kick the butt

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): If you want to kick the cigarette butt, then you may want to turn to the customized and frequent emails, a recent study suggested so.

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How your low self-esteem is taking a toll on your relationship

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Turns out, people with low self-esteem end up regretting sacrifices they make in relationships, as according to a recent study, they do not feel appreciated or supported by their partner.

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Justice finally served to Jadhav: BJP on ICJ's verdict

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

Mumbai/ New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday welcomed the verdict passed by International Court of Justice (ICJ) that temporarily stayed the death sentence of former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court and asserted that the justice has been finally served to the latter.

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Salman Khurshid refuses to comment on Triple Talaq, says decision lies with SC

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Congress leader and Amicus curiae in the triple talaq matter, Salman Khurshid, on Friday declined to comment on the Islamic divorce practice, saying that the matter has been presented before the Supreme Court and now the decision lies with the judges.

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Does father's pre-conception vitamin D intake sway kid's height, weight?

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): A new study has linked a father's pre-conception vitamin D intake with his child's height and weight at five years old.

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US Navy moves second aircraft carrier near North Korea

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI): The US Navy has dispatched the USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier to the Korean Peninsula, where it will conduct dual-carrier training exercises with the USS Carl Vinson amid heightened tensions in the region.

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Iran to elect its new president on May 19

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 19 (ANI): Iranians will cast their votes on May 19 to elect their 12th President that will have huge impact on their country's international ties and foreign policy.

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ICJ's verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav justified: MoS Law

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The Union Minister of State for Law and Justice, PP Choudhary, on Friday asserted that the verdict passed by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on former Indian Navy Officer Kulbhushan Jadhav is justified and in accordance with the law.

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US-led coalition airstrikes targeted pro-Assad forces in Syria

Updated: May 19, 2017 07:23 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI): The U.S.forces in Syria have bombed pro-Bashar al-Assad convoy at Tanf base that were advancing well inside an "established de-confliction zone."

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Jadhav death sentence: Congress lauds ICJ's stay

Updated: May 19, 2017 06:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Applauding the verdict passed by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for putting a temporary stay on Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution, the Congress on Friday expressed confidence that the final verdict on this case will also be in favour of India.

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ICJ's Jadhav verdict just a beginning, not victory: Soli Sorabjee

Updated: May 19, 2017 06:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): As the International Court of Justice (ICJ) temporarily put a stay on the death sentence awarded to the alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court, former attorney general Soli Sorabjee on Friday asserted that the verdict is just a small beginning and the matter should not be over-blown as the victory is yet to be achieved.

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We're nation of laws: Senator Rubio on Trump's 'witch hunt' claim

Updated: May 19, 2017 06:22 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI): Responding to US President Donald Trump's claim that he is a victim of the "witch hunt," Florida Senator Macro Rubio said that the former is entitled to his opinion, but the United States is a "nation of laws."

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Eat more fruit, veggies everyday to keep obesity at bay

Updated: May 19, 2017 06:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): You may want to add a lot of fruits and vegetables to your diet as a recent study has found that doing so can cut obesity risk.

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Here's why Jessica Simpson's fashion line is size-inclusive

Updated: May 19, 2017 04:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): She may have been slammed for her fluctuating weight, but Jessica Simpson has learnt many valuable lessons from being several different sizes in her life.

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'Devastated' Brad Pitt mourning deaths of Chris Cornell, Brad Grey

Updated: May 19, 2017 04:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Brad Pitt has been left devastated following the heartbreaking loss of his two friends, Chris Cornell and Brad Grey.

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President Trump denies telling Comey to back off Flynn probe

Updated: May 19, 2017 04:22 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday denied ever asking former FBI Director James Comey to back off his agency's investigation into possible collusion between the Trump campaign officials and Russia, as well as the role played by former national security adviser, Michael Flynn.

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Everything is going very well in Modi government, says CTA President

Updated: May 19, 2017 04:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI) : The President of Central Tibetan Administration on Thursday extolled the Narendra Modi-led NDA government for its bold steps to improve the economy and burnish India's global image.

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Kesha reveals how online bullying fuelled her eating disorder

Updated: May 19, 2017 03:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Kesha has opened up about her eating disorder, anxiety and depression, saying that the social media is partly to blame.

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Imam Barkati attacked in mosque, claims RSS involvement

Updated: May 19, 2017 03:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): After being sacked from the position of the Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Masjid, Maulana Noor-ur Rehman Imam Barkati on Friday was allegedly attacked by one of the protesters demanding the former to vacate the masjid premises.

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Anil Madhav Dave: An admired politician, passionate environmentalist

Updated: May 19, 2017 02:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave passed away on Thursday at the age of 60 in New Delhi after suffering a heart attack.

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Katy Perry's 'head-on-platter' prank takes 'Bon Appetit' to next level

Updated: May 19, 2017 02:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Looks like, Katy Perry is leaving no stone unturned to promote her latest single 'Bon Appetit.'

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Trump is on Putin's payroll : GOP Majority Leader in 2016

Updated: May 19, 2017 02:24 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI) : It has been reported that a month before Donald Trump clinched the Republican nomination, House majority Leader Kevin McCarthy had made a politically explosive statement, saying that Trump could be the beneficiary of payments from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Maharashtra: Illegal telephone exchange busted, 4 arrested

Updated: May 19, 2017 02:09 IST

Thane (Maharashtra) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Mumbai Police on Thursday busted an illegal telephone exchange in Thane's Bhiwandi area.

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UP Assembly session to conclude today

Updated: May 19, 2017 01:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Assembly session, which was scheduled to end on May 22, will be concluded today.

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Flynn not cooperating in Russian probe: GOP Senator

Updated: May 19, 2017 01:09 IST

New York [U.S.], May 19 (ANI) : Senate Intelligence Committeee Chairman Richard Burr has accused the former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, of not cooperating with the investigation into Russians meddling in the U.S. Presidential election.

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MP: 5-year-old falls into 100-ft borewell, rescue op underway

Updated: May 19, 2017 00:52 IST

Sehore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 19 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a five-year-old boy fell into a 100-feet deep borewell in the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday.

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It's splitsville for Leonardo DiCaprio, Nina Agdal

Updated: May 19, 2017 00:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Leonardo Dicaprio and Nina Agdal have called it quits after a year of dating.

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Soundgarden singer Chris Cornell committed suicide by hanging

Updated: May 19, 2017 00:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): Rock star Chris Cornell's cause of death has been determined to be a suicide by hanging.

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One killed, several injured as car hits pedestrians in Times Square

Updated: May 18, 2017 23:31 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 18 (ANI): At least one person was killed and several others injured after a speeding car struck pedestrians in New York's Times Square on Thursday.

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Goa footbridge collapse: 15 people rescued, five admitted to hospital

Updated: May 18, 2017 23:17 IST

Curchorem (Goa) [India], May 18 (ANI): Total fifteen people were rescued till now and five of them have been admitted to a hospital after a Portuguese era footbridge collapsed in South Goa's Curchorem.

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Centre terms verdict on Jadhav as 'major victory'

Updated: May 18, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the primary judicial organ of the United Nations, temporarily staying the death sentence of former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court, Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday termed the verdict as a major victory for India, adding Pakistan's lies have been exposed.

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Rajnath speaks to Parrikar over Goa bridge collapse

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:57 IST

Curchorem (Goa) [India], May 18 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday spoke to Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar after a Portuguese era footbridge collapsed in Curchorem.

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Foodgrains to be cheaper under GST

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 18 (ANI): Foodgrains will cost less from July 1 when the nation-wide Goods and Service Tax (GST) is rolled out as the GST Council today decided to exempt the daily-use commodities from the levy.

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Heat wave intensifies in Odisha as mercury touches 47 degree Celsius

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:32 IST

Titlagarh, (Odisha), [India], May 18 (ANI): The heat wave condition in Odisha intensified on Thursday as mercury touched 47 degrees, a slight increase from previous day's 46.5 degrees Celsius.

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UP Jewellers to go on strike tomorrow over murder of two traders

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:23 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh jewellers will go on a strike from Friday to protest against the killing of two traders in Mathura.

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Two Haryana police officials suspended for lapses in Rohtak gangrape probe

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:23 IST

Rohtak (Haryana) [India], May 18 (ANI): Two Haryana Police officials were on Thursday suspended and one other transferred for lapses in the Rohtak gang rape investigation.

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Dinesh Karthik replaces injured Manish Pandey for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 18, 2017 22:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Wicketkeeper-batsmen Dinesh Karthik on Thursday was named as a replacement for injured Manish Pandey for the Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Randeep Hooda & BBI launch 'Gym 99'

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda, co-owner of Body Building India (BBI), the largest fitness and supplements company in the country recently launched 'Gym 99', a unique concept of pay and play, for the first time in India.

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Delhi: Home shelter demolition leaves several children homeless

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): A children home shelter 'SPYM-Wishes and Blessing Home', where over 50-60 small children used to live was demolished allegedly by the Delhi Police and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in Nizammudin today.

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Former Fox News chief Roger Ailes dies at 77

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:55 IST

California [U.S.A], May 18 (ANI): Roger Ailes, one of the most powerful television executives in the U.S. and the former chairman and CEO of Fox News died at the age of 77 today.

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Anil Dave's mortal remains brought to Bhopal

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:55 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India] May 18 (ANI): Following the death of Union Minister of Environment Anil Madhav Dave on Thursday, his mortal remains were brought to Bhopal BJP office in the evening.

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Politics without morality is no politics: President Mukherjee

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:44 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 18 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday received the first copy of book 'Metaphysics, Morals and Politics' from Prof. Amal Kumar Mukhopadhyay here today.

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ISSF World Cup: India's Deepak, Ravi, Satyendra eye medal in Munich

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI):The Indian trio of Deepak Kumar, Ravi Kumar and Satyendra Singh will aim for top honours when the first two of the 10 Gold medals will be up for grabs in the opening day of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol) stage four at Munich's famous Olympic Shooting Range in Germany on Friday.

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India needs institutions where healthcare research is pursued with scientific mind: President

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:31 IST

Sonarpur (West Bengal) [India], May 18 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday said India needs institutions where healthcare research is pursued with a scientific and analytical mind.

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One body recovered in Goa footbridge collapse

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:19 IST

Curchorem (Goa) [India], May 18 (ANI): The body of one person was recovered on Thursday after a footbridge collapsed in South Goa's Curchorem.

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NADA to set up Athlete Passport Management Unit

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): In a big move in its fight against doping, the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on Thursday announced that India will have its first Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU), which will analyse test reports on a longitudinal basis.

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Chhattisgarh Police arrest Naxals, recovers ammunition

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:17 IST

Bastar/Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh Police on Thursday arrested a Naxal from Bastar's Tekari area and recovered 300 detonators, 150 gelatin sticks and four bundle cordex wires from him.

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Three killed in series of gun shots in Bihar's Jamui

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:17 IST

Jamui (Bihar) [India] May 18 (ANI): Three persons were killed on Thursday near Chandradip Police Station in Bihar's Jamui in a series of gun shots.

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Congress asks Pakistan to comply with ICJ order

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Applauding the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for putting a temporary stay on Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution, the Congress on Thursday asked Pakistan to comply with the order till the final verdict is delivered.

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Congress calls strike, normal life paralysed in Tripura

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:05 IST

Agartala (Tripura), [India], May 18 (ANI): Normal life was paralysed in Tripura on Thursday due to the twenty four-hour strike called by the opposition Congress in support of its 12-point charter of demands, including Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) demand to return the deposits of common people in several Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).

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PM, Nirmal Singh discuss Kashmir's security situation

Updated: May 18, 2017 21:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Thursday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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More politicos welcome ICJ order on Kulbhushan Jadav

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:51 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra)/ Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 18 (ANI): The decision of the International Court of Justice to stay the execution of Kulbhushan Jadav was applauded by the politicians cutting across party lines.

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Goa: 50 persons fall into river after footbridge collapses in Curchorem

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:46 IST

Curchorem (Goa) [India], May 18 (ANI): Around 50 people fell into a river after a footbridge collapsed in South Goa's Curchorem.

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ICJ order great vindication of India's stand: Jaitley

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:36 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir)/New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the primary judicial organ of the United Nations, temporarily staying the death sentence of former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court, Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday described it as a great vindication of India's stand and the entire Indian team at The Hague deserves to be congratulated.

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Rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi: IMD

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said national capital New Delhi could experience rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds between May 20 and May 22.

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PSL spot-fixing row: Dean Jones, Yousuf to stand as witnesses for Sharjeel

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:31 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Suspended Pakistan batsman Sharjeel Khan's lawyer has revealed that Islamabad United's coach Dean Jones and former Test cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Sadiq Mohammad will be presented as `expert witnesses` on May 24 in front of the Anti-Corruption Tribunal probing the Pakistan Super League (PSL) spot-fixing scandal.

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MEA terms ICJ verdict on Jadhav unanimous, unambiguous

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday described the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) stay of Indian naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav's death sentence as a matter of great relief for India and termed the verdict as "unanimous" and "unambiguous" binding on Pakistan.

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Kiren Rijiju praises Swaraj following ICJ verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:29 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 18 (ANI): Minister for State for Home Kiren Rijiju on Thursday praised External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj for convincing the execution of Kulbhushan Jadhav albeit temporarily.

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PM Modi exhorts politicians to follow late Dave's simplicity

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday exhorted all politicians to follow the simplicity and selflessness exhibited by former environment minister Anil Madhav Dave who passed away this morning. Leaders from all political parties condoled Dave's death.

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Trump calls himself victim of 'single greatest witch hunt'

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): President Donald Trump has described the appointment of a former FBI director to investigate alleged ties between his campaign team and Russia during the 2016 presidential election as the single greatest witch hunt of a politician in American history.

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My parents think I am absolutely mad: Randeep Hooda

Updated: May 18, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Randeep Hooda is one of the few Bollywood actors who crosses all boundaries to get into a film's character.

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Congress dubs Pakistan's intentions dubious, calls on Centre to ensure Jadhav's safety

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:50 IST

Jaipur/Manali (Rajasthan/Himachal Pradesh), May 18 (ANI): Former union minister and Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Thursday welcomed the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) ruling in the Kubhushan Jadhav case, but questioned Pakistan's intention and response to the ruling.

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Congress, CPI laud ICJ's stay on Jadhav death sentence

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): The Congress and Communist Party of India (CPI) have lauded the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling to stay the death sentence imposed by Pakistan on former Indian Navy Officer Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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7th Sub-Junior Hockey C'ship: SAI beat Haryana 3-2 to reach semis

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:42 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 18 (ANI): Sports Authority of India edged past Hockey Haryana 3-2 to book their place in the semi-finals of the Hockey India 7th Sub-Junior National Championship 2017 (Men) A Division here on Thursday.

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Shirui Lily Festival begins in Manipur's Ukhrul district

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:25 IST

Ukhrul (Manipur) [India], May 18 (ANI): Commemorating the significance of Manipur's state flower -- the Shirui Lily -- and to promote peace and harmony between different communities of the state, the first state-level Shirui Lily festival began here.

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Rajnath to chair first meeting of CMs of five states on Indo-China Border

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will leave on a three-day visit to Sikkim tomorrow.

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India retain top spot in latest ICC Test rankings

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:12 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 18 (ANI): India have retained their number-one position in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Test Team Rankings released on Thursday.

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Terrorists lob grenade at Srinagar's police station

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:05 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 18 (ANI): One policeman and a civilian were injured after terrorists lobbed a grenade at a police station in Srinagar's Safa Kadal are on Thursday.

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India, Belgium hold talks on proposed MLAT in criminal matters

Updated: May 18, 2017 19:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The negotiations on the proposed Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) in Criminal Matters between India and Belgium were held here today.

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First ferry service between Russia and North Korea starts

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:59 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 18 (ANI): The first cargo-passenger ferry service between Russia and North Korea was completed on Thursday.

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Tibetans observe 40th International Museum Day

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:57 IST

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Tibetan government in-exile today observed the 40th International Museum Day.

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IPL 10: KKR to take on Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 18 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will aim to take avenge of their twin defeats in the league stage when they take on Mumbai Indians in the second qualifier of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday.

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India can approach UNSC if Pak rejects ICJ's order on Jadhav

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): India can and may approach United Nations Security Council should Pakistan refuse to abide by the stay order of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the execution of Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Nation welcomes ICJ's order, wants Jadhav to return soon

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab)/ Mumbai (Maharashtra)/Kanpur/Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): People from all walks of life today welcomed the stay on the execution of former Indian Naval officer and alleged spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court.

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India ensured its position at international level: BJP

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the primary judicial organ of the United Nations, temporarily staying the death sentence of former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said the decision is historic in a way that India took the command to save its citizen, adding it has ensured its position at the international stage.

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Jakson to participate at Intersolar Europe 2017 in Germany

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI-NewsVoir): Jakson Group, a leading energy and engineering solutions company today announced that it will participate in the upcoming edition of Intersolar Europe, one of the world's leading exhibitions for the solar industry scheduled May 31 to June 2, 2017 in Munich, Germany.

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Tendulkar wants to dedicate his movie to father, brother

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The whole nation knows how important his father Ramesh Tendulkar and brother Ajith Tendulkar are for legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

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Kulbhushan Jadhav case: ICJ has no jurisdiction, says Pak FO

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:32 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Pakistan's Foreign Office on Thursday said that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has no jurisdiction over the county's national security matters.

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Vivek, Bajaj Finserv to offer consumers increased purchasing power

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:32 IST

Chennai [India], May 18 (ANI-Newsvoir): Vivek Pvt. Ltd., a leading consumer electronics and home appliances retail chain and Bajaj Finserv, a financial services giant, have collaborated to enhance purchase power of the consumers with one-of-its-sort EMI Privileges Card.

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Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar joins Twitter

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar has joined Twitter.

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Air India starts direct flight between Delhi, Stockholm

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Air India has announced non-stop flight services between Delhi and Stockholm, starting from August 15, 2017.

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Paytm bags USD 1.4 billion funding by SoftBank

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Mobile payment and commerce platform Paytm on Thursday announced receiving of an investment worth USD 1.4 billion from Japanese Internet and telecom major SoftBank Group.

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Pakistan stands exposed post ICJ ruling in Jadhav's case: Defence expert

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Defence expert S.R. Sinho on Thursday asserted that Pakistan has been exposed before the world with the recent ruling of International Court of Justice (ICJ) in Kulbhushan Jadhav case, adding that it would be interesting to see what Islamabad does next in the matter.

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Union Cabinet condoles Anil Dave's demise

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The Union Cabinet has expressed profound sorrow at the sad demise of Anil Madhav Dave, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Environment, Forest and Climate Change at New Delhi, today.

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Deepika shines bright like a diamond at Day 2 of Cannes

Updated: May 18, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Day two of 70th Annual Cannes Film Festival has begun and Deepika Padukone has been doing what she does best - making everyone fan of her sheer elegance and beauty.

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Nepal Parliament prorogued, fate of second phase poll unknown

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:50 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 18 (ANI): Nepal's House Speaker Onsari Gharti Magar on Thursday prorogued Parliament, leaving the fate of the second phase of local body polls unknown and undecided.

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`Excitement machine` Lynn unlikely to open in Champions Trophy: Lehman

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:38 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 18 (ANI): Australian head coach Darren Lehmann has hinted that his side would most probably go with the experienced opening pair of David Warner and Aaron Finch over `excitement machine` Chris Lynn as the Steve Smith-led side look to clinch an unprecedented third Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Last rites of veteran actress Reema Lagoo performed in Mumbai

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:29 IST

Mumbai [India], May 18 (ANI): The last rites of Bollywood's veteran actress Reema Lagoo's took place this afternoon at Mumbai's Oshiwara Crematorium where various Bollywood celebrities, with which the actress had worked, were spotted at the funeral.

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PM Modi welcomes ICJ's stay of Jadhav's execution by Pak

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and expressed his satisfaction at today's order of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the stay of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Pakistan's border brutalities, radicalisation of Kashmir warrant stern, swift measures

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Hailing from the troubled Kulgam district, 22 year old Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz, the son of an apple grower, was a classic example of a young Kashmiri boy who aspired to do well in life and in his case, by joining the Army.

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Dalbir Kaur tells Pak to learn from its own mistakes

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:25 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 18 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the primary judicial organ of the United Nations, temporarily staying the death sentence of former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by a Pakistan military court, Dalbir Kaur, the sister of Sarabjit Singh, who died in a Pakistan jail in 2013, on Thursday said Pakistan must learn from its own mistakes.

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PM Modi, Vice President Ansari pay tributes to Anil Dave

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 18, (ANI): Vice President Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid their tributes to Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave at his residence at Safdarjung Road, who passed away earlier this morning.

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AG Rohatgi, Nikam hail ICJ ruling, say Pakistan put at its place

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Hailing the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) ruling on the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi on Thursday said the orders of the foreign court has marked India's victory.

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Railway Policeman thrashes UP Policeman as he jumps off train

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:15 IST

Mau (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): A video has gone viral in which a Uttar Pradesh policeman is being thrashed by a Railway Police Force (RPF) jawan while jumping off a train to catch a fleeing prisoner.

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Jadhav's friends rejoice post ICJ verdict

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:15 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 18 (ANI): Kulbhushan Jadva's friends expressed satisfaction and joy after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) stayed his execution by a Pakistan military court.

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Planting trees cannot replace cutting CO2 emissions!

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:15 IST

New Delhi [INDIA], May 18 (ANI): According to a new study, growing plants and then storing CO2, taken up from the atmosphere, is no viable option to counteract unmitigated emissions from fossil fuel burning.

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Things most mothers feel but find it hard to admit

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Motherhood is undoubtedly rewarding. However, it comes with its share of challenges that completely transforms a mother's life.

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Anil Dave's final wish: No memorial for me, plant a tree

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Former union minister of state for environment, forests and climate change Anil Madhav Dave, who passed away this morning, has left a will in which he said a tree should be planted in his memory.

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Gene study sheds light on causes of childhood sight loss

Updated: May 18, 2017 17:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): A genetic mutation that contributes to sight loss in children has been identified by scientists.

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Now watch India's 1st Gujarati rom-com web series 'Kacho Papad Pako Papad'

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Younger by a few years or older by a wide age gap? Arranged by the family, the saccharine sweet romance or the clandestine hush-hush affair?

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ED arrests Nilesh Thakur under PMLA

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Nilesh Janardan Thakur, brother of former Maharashtra Housing and Development Authority (MHADA) deputy collector Nitish Thakur, and produced him before Mumbai's PMLA court.

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Sweden-India Business Climate Survey shows India more favourable than ever before

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The ninth Sweden-India Business Climate Survey shows that the business climate in India is more favourable than ever before.

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Here's what you should avoid for peaceful flight

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): They say it's not the destination but the journey that makes the travel worthwhile, but avid travellers will know that's not always the case when it comes to flying.

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Dr. Manmohan Singh presents Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace to ISRO

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was presented to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) at a function on Thursday here.

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Navy orders inquiry in Cadet Gudeppa Sooraj's death

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:30 IST

Ezhimala (Kerala) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Southern Naval Command has ordered an inquiry into the death of Cadet Gudeppa Sooraj, who was found in an unconscious and unresponsive state on the floor of Academic wing of the Academy by a duty sailor instructor earlier on Wednesday.

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Australian Border Force vessel visits Chennai

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:25 IST

Chennai [India], May 18 (ANI): Australia's High Commissioner to India Harinder Sidhu welcomed the Australian Border Force's largest patrol vessel Ocean Shield in Chennai today.

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'vHealth by Aetna' will help reduce the need for hospital visits

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Aetna International, one of the world's largest health benefits businesses, has announced the first phase of the global launch of 'vHealth by Aetna'.

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CBI to probe Kalabhavan Mani's death

Updated: May 18, 2017 16:08 IST

Thrissur (Kerala) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday decided to investigate the death of actor Kalabhavan Mani, following the order given by Kerala High Court.

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ICJ stays death sentence given to Jadhav until further notice

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:58 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], May 18 (ANI): In a major reprieve to India, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the primary judicial organ of the United Nations, has stayed the death sentence awarded to former Indian Naval officer and alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav by the Pakistan military court, citing that both - India and Pakistan - were bound by the Vienna Convention and that the rights invoked by New Delhi under the Vienna Convention were plausible.

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ACA unveils WaMCAP-fund for women, domestic players

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:45 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 18 (ANI): The Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) on Thursday announced that it will be establishing a player support fund for female and domestic cricketers in an event of the stalled MOU talks with Cricket Australia (CA) not progressing June 30.

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Reema Lagoo was brilliant actor with heart of gold: Aamir Khan

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:37 IST

Mumbai [India], May 18 (ANI): Reminiscing his 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' days with late actress Reema Lagoo, Bollywood's Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan, on Thrusday, said that she was a brilliant actor, with a heart of gold.

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Supermodel Gigi Hadid is 'Alive, Happy and Strong'

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Supermodel and Reebok global brand ambassador Gigi Hadid drives her passion and lifeline from her strict fitness regime.

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Bilateral exercise SIMBEX-17 between Indian Navy, Republic of Singapore Navy commences

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:28 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 18, (ANI): The 24th bilateral exercise SIMBEX-17 between Indian Navy (IN) and Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has commenced in South China Sea on Thursday and will culminate post seven days on May 24.

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International Museum Day: Six must-visit museums in world

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): If you are among the curious souls to know about the existential and philosophical questions then museum is a place that works as a great choice.

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Ravi Shankar Prasad, Shivraj Chauhan remember 'environmentalist' Dave

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi/Bhopal [India] May 18 (ANI): The sudden demise of Cabinet Minister Anil Dave has saddened the nation, especially the political fraternity.

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Hamish Bennett relishes solid comeback for Kiwis

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:22 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 18 (ANI): New Zealand fast bowler Hamish Bennett has relished his successful return to international cricket after three years as he spearheaded his side to a comfortable four-wicket win over Bangladesh in a thrilling tri-nation ODI match in Dublin on Wednesday.

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Ola, Google launch 'Progressive Web App' for smaller towns

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Taxi aggregator Ola on Thursday rolled out its Progressive Web App (PWA), a lightweight mobile website that will offer users in smaller towns an app-like experience on simple smartphones, requiring a fraction of the data used by native apps.

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Triple talaq: Salman Khurshid hopes SC will harmonise different views

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Hinting towards the difference in his and All India Muslim Personal Law Board's (AIMPLB) opinion, amicus curiae in the triple talaq matter Salman Khurshid suggested that the court should harmonise different views so that becomes one acceptable view available for the courts in the country.

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Nepal cabinet accepts Madhesh protests as 'political movement'

Updated: May 18, 2017 15:01 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 18 (ANI): The Nepal Cabinet on Thursday accepted the Madhesh and Tharuhat protest as a political movement and took steps to drop charges filed against them during that time.

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AR Rahman, Arya join Indian epic 'Sangamithra'

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:53 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 18 (ANI): As 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' continues to smash Box Office records, another Indian movie, 'Sanghmithra', is all set take Cannes Festival by storm.

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General Motors Co. to cease sales in India by 2017 end

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): General Motors India announced on Thursday that it intended to focus on growing vehicle export manufacturing operations and cease sales in the domestic market by the end of 2017.

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Search for new South Africa coach begins

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 18 (ANI): The Board of Directors of Cricket South Africa (CSA) has approved the process to appoint the head coach of the Proteas at its meeting in Johannesburg.

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Aircel-Maxis case: Court refuses to declare Marshall, Krishnan 'absconders'

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): A Delhi court today refused to start proceedings on the plea of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) seeking to declare T. Ananda Krishnan and Augustus Ralph Marshall as absconders in the Aircel-Maxis case.

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Kazakhstan preparing for international meeting on settlement in Syria

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], May 18 (ANI): Kazakhstan, after hosting the fourth international high-level meeting on settlement in Syria, is now getting ready for the next round of Syria talks scheduled to be held in mid-July.

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President Mukherjee condoles Anil Madhav Dave's demise

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 18, (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee has condoled the passing away of Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave.

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Reema Lagoo's demise: 'Naamkarann' team cancels shoot

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Daily soap 'Naamkaran', which featured late actress Reema Lagoo as antagonist Dayawanti Mehta, canceled shoot for a day, soon after they received the news of the sudden demise of their co-star.

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Reels will keep Reema alive!

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): Perhaps the most celebrated mother of the Indian cinema, Reema Lagoo, who passed away in the wee hours of today following a cardiac arrest, was an all rounder in acting.

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Supreme Court reserves its order in triple talaq case

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its order in the case pertaining with validity of the Islamic divorce practice - triple talaq.

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Pak, Afghanistan agree to avoid escalation at border

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:42 IST

Chaman [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to avoid escalation at border during a meeting between representatives of the two sides in Chaman.

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MI vs KKR: Whosoever bats well will win Eliminator 2, believes Coulter-Nile

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:21 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 18 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowler Nathan Coulter-Nile believes batting would be pivotal in their upcoming playoff encounter against Mumbai Indians on a "slow, low track" of M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

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PCB is being `unfair` with me: Nasir Jamshed

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:21 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Suspended Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed, who is being investigated by the English authorities for his suspected involvement in the spot-fixing scandal in the second edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for treating him unfairly by putting other players under pressure to give statement against him.

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Pearl Academy forays into Journalism with School of Media and Journalism

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI-NewsVoir): Pearl Academy, India's leading institution in design, fashion, creative businesses and media hosted a panel discussion with eminent journalists for the launch of its new School of Media and Journalism in New Delhi.

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Following Anil Dave's death, Dr. Harsh Vardhan to be new Environment Minister

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India] May 18 (ANI): Union Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has been given the additional charge of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in addition to his existing portfolios.

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Ola, Google, launches progressive web App to drive transformational growth

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Ola, India's most popular mobile app for transportation, today announced the launch of its Progressive Web App (PWA), a lightweight mobile website that offers users, especially in smaller towns and cities, an app-like experience on simple smartphones, requiring a fraction of the data used by native apps.

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PIA crew questioned upon return from London after plane search debacle

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:09 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Pakistan's Anti-Narcotic Force (ANF) has detained eleven crew members of the Pakistan International Airline (PIA) at the Jinnah International Airport after they landed in Karachi from London on Thursday for questioning about a 'quantity of heroin' allegedly found in their flight.

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From Big-B to Madhuri: B-Town shocked at Reema Lagoo passing

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Perhaps the most celebrated mother of the Indian cinema, actress Reema Lagoo passed away at 3 a.m. on Thursday.

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Imran accuses Sharif govt. of harassing PTI's social media activists

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:05 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan has accused Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif led-PML-N government of abusing the cybercrime law to victimise PTI's social media activists.

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Zomato assures customer data safety following its database hacking

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Following the security breach of over 17 million accounts of users of India's largest online restaurant guide Zomato, the food app has issued an advisory, assuring that the payment related information on the site was safe and was not leaked.

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'Casino Royale' singer Chris Cornell dies at 52

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Singer Chris Cornell, the lead vocalist for the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave, took his last breath on Wednesday night in Detroit, at the age of 52.

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Volvo set to roll out assembled cars under 'Make in India' initiatives

Updated: May 18, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], Apr 18 (ANI): Swedish luxury car company Volvo Auto India (VAI) on Thursday announced its plans for vehicle assembly operations in India to further strengthen the fast-expanding premium car segment.

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Will Smith defends Netflix at Cannes Film Festival

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): The 70th Cannes Film Festival kicked off yesterday and this time superstar Will Smith brought the star power by becoming a member of this year's festival jury.

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Chitkara University ranked 4th among top Indian universities for filing 46 patents

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:54 IST

Chandigarh [India], May 18 (ANI-Businesswire India): Chitkara University today announced that as per the ANNUAL REPORT 2015-16 published by the Indian Patent Office, it is ranked at number 4 nationwide amongst top Indian Universities for filing 46 patents during the year.

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Verka goes paperless, adopts e-office mission mode project

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:44 IST

Chandigarh [India], May 18 (ANI-Businesswire India): Verka is the flagship brand of the Punjab state-owned cooperative MILKFED.

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LiquidHub named leader in IAOP Global Outsourcing 100 list

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:36 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 18 (ANI-Businesswire India): LiquidHub, a customer engagement company, today announced its recognition as a leader by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) in their annual 2017 Global Outsourcing 100 (GO100) List.

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Reema Lagoo's demise: Mahesh Bhatt hurls into deep silence

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:36 IST

Mumbai [India], May 18 (ANI): Perhaps the most celebrated mother of the Indian cinema, actress Reema Lagoo passed away at 3 a.m. on Thursday.

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Subrata Roy skips SEBI court trial on medical grounds

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Sahara chief Subrata Roy on Thursday did not appear before the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) court after filing an exemption application on medical grounds.

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Sasikala seeks questions in advance in FERA case, ED objects

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:30 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 18 (ANI): Former All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) general secretary V.K. Sasikala on Thursday filed a petition in the Egmore Court seeking questions be given to her prior to the hearing by the Enforcement Directorate in Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA).

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Muslim Law Board refuses comment on triple talaq

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:27 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): With the hearing in the Supreme Court on the controversial practice of Triple Talaq is underway, The All India Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Thursday refrained itself from commenting on the issue.

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ACER India appoints Rajeev Chandrashekar as Director of Consumer Products

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Acer India on Thursday announced the appointment of Rajeev Chandrashekar as Director of Consumer Products (Gaming).

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Ericsson, Microsoft tie-up to accelerate IoT globally

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Leader in communications technology and services Ericsson on Thursday announced its partnership with Microsoft to further strengthen the global Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem by enabling enterprises to speed up the time it takes to launch mobile network-based IoT services.

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Army to welcome ultra light Howitzer M777 this weekend

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): India is all set to enhance its military might by inducting the ultra light Howitzer M777, procurred from the United States Government under its Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme.

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ICC announces appointments of umpires, match referees for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:16 IST

Dubai [United Arab Emirates], May 18 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the umpire and match referee appointments for the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, which will be staged from 1-18 June at Cardiff Wales Stadium, Edgbaston and The Oval.

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BSP leader shot dead in UP's Amroha

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:16 IST

Amroha (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): A Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader was shot dead in Uttar Pradesh's Amroha on Thursday.

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Sonia Gandhi condoles demise of Reema Lagoo

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi has condoled the sudden demise of accomplished actress Reema Lagoo at the age of 59.

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Former RJD MP convicted in murder case

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:08 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], May 18 (ANI): Former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Prabhunath Singh was on Thursday convicted by the Hazaribagh Court in connection with the 1995 Ashok Singh murder case.

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Manpreet Singh to lead India at HWL semis in England

Updated: May 18, 2017 13:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Mid-fielder Manpreet Singh will lead the Indian's Men's Hockey Team at next month's 3 Nations Invitational Tournament in Germany and the Hockey World League (HWL) Semi Final in England, Hockey India announced on Thursday.

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JCB takes advantage of India's push for cashless economy

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:51 IST

New Delhi [India] Yangon [Myanmar], May 18 (ANI): India, with its large population and rapidly growing economy, has become a key market globally.

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Tricolour at half-mast post Dave`s demise

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Following the death of Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave, the Government on Thursday decided that the National Flag would fly half-mast for the day.

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Ronaldo's double puts Real on verge of La Liga title

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:47 IST

Vigo [Spain], May 18 (ANI): Star striker Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice as Real Madrid defeated Celta Vigo 4-1 at the Estadio Municipal de Balaidos on Wednesday night to move within a point of securing the league La Liga title.

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Gay men sentenced to public caning by Sharia court

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:47 IST

Aceh [Indonesia], May 18 (ANI): Two gay men paid the price of living in a conservative society as a Sharia court in Indonesia sentenced them to public caning on Wednesday.

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GST Council pays tribute to Dave

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:33 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 18 (ANI): The 14th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meet began with a minute's silence to pay condolence to the sudden demise of Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre on Thursday here.

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MP to observe two-day mourning on account of Dave's death

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave's last rites, who passed earlier today following a cardiac arrest, will be performed in Madhya Pradesh's Indore.

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Reema Lagoo's demise is saddening: PM Modi condoles

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Expressing his grief over the sudden demise of veteran actress Reema Lagoo, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that she has "left a big impact in the film and TV world."

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Mumbai: Locals hold hawan for Kulbhushan Jadhav's 'safe return'

Updated: May 18, 2017 12:10 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): With the entire India - from politicians to commoners - demanding suspension of the death sentence given to Kulbhushan Jadhav by the Pakistan Military court, locals in Mumbai held special prayers and 'hawan' in

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Bella Hadid suffers wardrobe malfunction at Cannes, again!

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:45 IST

London [UK], May 18 (ANI): Well, she did it again!

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Agitating parties demand postponement of second phase election, NC rejects

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:45 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 18 (ANI): With no progress in sight for addressing the demands of agitating parties to ensure commencement of the second phase of local elections in Nepal, the Rastriya Janata Party (RJP) has proposed to postpone it.

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Pay dispute will distract Australia at Champions Trophy: Lehmann

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:18 IST

Melbourne [Australia] May 18 (ANI): Australia's head coach Darren Lehmann has admitted that the ongoing pay dispute between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers Association (ACA) would prove to be a distraction for the team during the Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Noida: Fire breaks out in McDonald's outlet, adjoining ATM

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:18 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): A massive fire broke out in the early hours of Thursday at a McDonald's outlet and an adjoining ATM in Noida's Sector 18.

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BBC journalist's 'sandwich hack' leaves Twitterati 'baffled'

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:16 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 18 (ANI): The internet was left perplexed, rather 'baffled', with a certain 'Sandwich Hack', devised by Dougal Shaw, a BBC reporter and digital story teller.

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B-town mourns demise of veteran actress Reema Lagoo

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities have expressed their heartfelt condolences at the demise of veteran actress Reema Laggo.

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Politicos condole Dave`s demise

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): The sudden demise of Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave has taken the political fraternity by shock, with leaders expressing grief and condoling the former's death.

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GST Council to meet in Srinagar today

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:02 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council will meet in Srinagar on Thursday to deliberate on tax rates on commodities and services. This will be the 14th meeting of the council and will be held at the

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ISIS consolidating chemical weapons, warn U.S. officials

Updated: May 18, 2017 11:02 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 18 (ANI): In an alarming report, a United States intelligence official informed that ISIS maybe bringing together Iraqi and Syrian experts on chemical weapons into a 'chemical weapon cell.'

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Kota Police seize car that mowed down two people

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:55 IST

Kota (Rajasthan) [India], May 18 (ANI): Police in Kota, Rajasthan, on Thursday confirmed seizing a car that mowed down two people earlier this month.

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UP: Jilted woman kidnaps 'lover' from wedding venue

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:47 IST

Banda (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 18 (ANI): Stories of men forcibly taking away their lovers from the wedding venues are quite common, but in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district, a woman did exactly the opposite by kidnapping her ex-boyfriend from his own wedding just moments before he was due to marry another woman.

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Umar Akmal, Junaid Khan punished for misconduct

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:38 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Middle-order batsman Pakistani Umar Akmal and left-arm pacer Junaid Khan have been punished by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for their misconduct during a domestic tournament last month.

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Pak's prime target Champions Trophy, not to beat India: Inzamam

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq has insisted that Pakistan's target in the upcoming Champions Trophy is not only to beat India but also to win the coveted trophy.

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French President Macron unveils 'gender even' Cabinet

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:12 IST

Paris [France], May 18 (ANI): Newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled his Cabinet with women filling half of the 22 positions.

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Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave passes away at 60

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Union Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave passed away on Thursday at the age of 60.

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Rajinikanth evades questions on Sri Lankan Tamils

Updated: May 18, 2017 10:12 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 18 (ANI): Refraining from commenting on any issue related to Sri Lankan Tamils, superstar Rajinikanth on Thursday evaded question on Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day, which is observed by Sri Lankan Tamils.

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Defence experts demand consular access for Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: May 18, 2017 09:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): With the judgement in regard with the alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav case all set to be pronounced today by the International Court of Justice (ICJ), defence experts on Thursday demanded consular access for the safety of the ex-Indian Army officer.

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When Bella Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski had the same look at Cannes !

Updated: May 18, 2017 09:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): In what could be seen as coincidence, top models Bella Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski were spotted wearing similar gowns at the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival's Opening Gala.

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Exiled Kashmiri leaders in Europe object to 'trifurcation' of J-K by Pakistan

Updated: May 18, 2017 09:33 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 18 (ANI): The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) hosted a conference in Brussels to expose attempts by Pakistan to designate Gilgit Baltistan as the fifth province of the country, thereby illegally annexing what was originally a part of undivided Jammu and Kashmir.

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Angelique Kerber crashes out of Italian Open

Updated: May 18, 2017 09:33 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 18 (ANI): World No. 1 Angelique Kerber crashed out of the Italian Open after suffering straight-set defeat against Estonia's Anett Kontaveit in the second round clash on Wednesday.

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Children of Hurriyat: A life of luxury, here's the list

Updated: May 18, 2017 09:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): India is a dichotomous nation, especially when it comes to the Valley.

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Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Fingers crossed as ICJ will pronounce its verdict today

Updated: May 18, 2017 08:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): The most-awaited judgement in regard with the Kulbhushan Jadhav case is all set to be pronounced today by the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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Actress Reema Lagoo passes away at 59

Updated: May 18, 2017 08:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Perhaps the most celebrated mother of the Indian cinema, actress Reema Lagoo passed away at 3 a.m. on Thursday.

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Youngsters troubled by romantic relationships, sexual harassment

Updated: May 18, 2017 07:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): According to a recent report, many young people struggle with developing healthy romantic relationships and that the rates of misogyny and sexual harassment among teens and young adults are alarmingly high.

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Computer game can get your kids to eat better

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): A simple brain-training game could help children choose healthy snacks instead of chocolate and sweets, according to a recent research.

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US House votes to impose sanctions on Syria's foreign backers

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): The House lawmakers on Wednesday passed a legislation to impose sanctions on backers of the Syrian regime, including Iran and Russia.

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So, why do more intelligent people tend to be atheistic?

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:41 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): The question about why intelligent people tend to be atheists dates back to the times of Romans and Ancient Greeks.

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Early-maturing girls are at increased dating violence risk

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Girls hitting early puberty are more likely to experience dating violence than their peers who develop later, a recent research suggested.

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US: 12 preschoolers injured as teacher's science experiment goes wrong

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:03 IST

New York [USA], May 18 (ANI): Twelve preschoolers were injured after a Houston teacher's science experiment went wrong.

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Cong hails Barkati's removal as Shahi Imam

Updated: May 18, 2017 06:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Backing the removal of Maulana Noor-ur-Rehman Barkati from the post of Shahi Imam of Kolkata's Tipu Sultan mosque, the Congress on Thursday accused the former of 'politics of polarisation' and said that he doesn't deserve to be called Imam.

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Unmarried couple living together stoned to death in Mali

Updated: May 18, 2017 05:48 IST

London [UK], May 18 (ANI): An unmarried couple was stoned to death in public in Mali, in the first such incident since jihadi groups were driven out of the region.

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Self-help tool beneficial for parents with Bipolar Disorder

Updated: May 18, 2017 05:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): According to a team of researchers, online self-management support for parents with Bipolar Disorder leads to improvements in parenting and child behaviour.

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Men versus women: Who sing about dating, sex more often?

Updated: May 18, 2017 05:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Men sing about both romantic love and sex more often than women, according to a new analysis.

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Here's what Liam Payne originally wanted his son's name to be

Updated: May 18, 2017 05:04 IST

London [UK], May 18 (ANI): Liam Payne, who welcomed his first child with his girlfriend Cheryl Cole in March, has revealed that his baby boy Bear was almost given the same name as a legendary king.

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Senior counsels hail India's move to internationalise Jadhav case

Updated: May 18, 2017 04:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18, (ANI): As the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to deliver its verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav case today, the senior advocates hailed the Centre's move to internationalise the matter while saying that it would send out a signal that India is no less than other developed nations.

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Former F.B.I. director Robert Mueller named special counsel for Russia investigation

Updated: May 18, 2017 04:36 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): The U.S. Justice Department has appointed former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director Robert S. Mueller as a special counsel to oversee its investigation into Russian meddling in last year's presidential election.

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ICJ verdict will come in India's favour: Centre

Updated: May 18, 2017 04:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18, (ANI): As the International Court of Justice (ICJ) will deliver its verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav case today, the Centre expressed confidence about the judgment, saying that it would be pronounced in India's favour.

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Japanese Princess renouncing royal title to marry commoner

Updated: May 18, 2017 04:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Japanese Princess Mako's love for her commoner prince looks like some major relationship goals.

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Trump dubs himself as 'worst-treated' politician in history

Updated: May 18, 2017 04:09 IST

New London, Connecticut [USA], May 18 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Wednesday that "no politician in history" has been "treated worse" than him.

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Gisele Bündchen takes credit for hubby Tom Brady's strict diet

Updated: May 18, 2017 03:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Tom Brady, who has eaten his way to super-athleticism, should be crediting his wife Gisele Bündchen.

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Hilary Duff reveals how son Luca got his 'basically bald' hairdo

Updated: May 18, 2017 03:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Hilary Duff has recently revealed that her adorable 5-year-old son Luca's super short haircut was definitely an accident.

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J Law 'won't apologise' for 'having blast' at a strip club

Updated: May 18, 2017 02:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): She may have been slammed for her strip club shenanigans, but Jennifer Lawrence wants her haters to know that she is not here for their judgement.

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IPL 2017: KKR beats SRH to face Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2

Updated: May 18, 2017 02:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious in the IPL 2017 eliminator beating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by seven wickets at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

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U.S. to continue with Obama-era Iran nuclear deal, for now

Updated: May 18, 2017 02:41 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): The Trump administration has signaled that it would continue the Iran nuclear deal made under the Barack Obama administration for the meantime as the U.S. is still forming a new comprehensive Iran policy.

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China's draft intelligence law gives legal foundation to sweeping powers of intel agencies

Updated: May 18, 2017 02:41 IST

Beijing [China], May 18 (ANI): China has released a draft intelligence law aimed at providing a legal foundation for its intelligence operations, the latest legislative effort by Beijing to fortify national security against perceived threats at home and abroad.

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President Mukherjee to begin 2-day visit to WB from today

Updated: May 18, 2017 02:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18, (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will begin his two-day visit to West Bengal from today.

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Jimmy Fallon was 'devastated' post Trump interview backlash

Updated: May 18, 2017 01:57 IST

New York [USA], May 18 (ANI): It's the one interview he will probably never fully live down and now, Jimmy Fallon has finally opened up about how the backlash over it left him "devastated."

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Arguments in Triple Talaq case will continue today

Updated: May 18, 2017 01:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 18, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue hearing the Triple Talaq matter.

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Wanted to launch new party but never thought of joining BJP: Capt Amarinder

Updated: May 18, 2017 01:23 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab), May 18 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Wednesday categorically denied having ever toyed with the idea of joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) due to differences with the Congress.

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The 'great lengths' Taylor Swift went to keep Alwyn romance private

Updated: May 18, 2017 01:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 18 (ANI): Her romance history with the likes of Jake Gyllenhaal, Harry Styles, Calvin Harris, John Mayer and Tom Hiddleston may have frequently hit the headlines, but this time, Taylor Swift really did try to keep her relationship with British actor Joe Alwyn under wraps, it has been revealed.

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Demonetisation deaths: Kerala govt announces ex-gratia for victims' families

Updated: May 18, 2017 00:50 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), May 18 (ANI): The Kerala government has decided to give Rs two lakh each to the families of four persons, who died because of exhaustion from standing in extremely long queues at the ATMs and banks to exchange the demonetised notes.

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Workshop on business reform action plan held in Agartala

Updated: May 18, 2017 00:32 IST

Agartala (Tripura), May 18 (ANI): To create awareness and a positive environment, a workshop 'Business Reform Action Plan specifically in the North-East States' was held at Agartala.

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Pak protests detention of two diplomatic officials in Kabul

Updated: May 18, 2017 00:13 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 18 (ANI): The Pakistan Foreign Office on Wednesday summoned Afghan envoy to lodge a protest over the detention of two Pakistani diplomatic officials in Kabul.

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U.S. Senate intel panel invites James Comey to testify in Public

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:56 IST

New York [U.S.], May 17 (ANI): The top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday said the panel's Republican chairman has extended an invitation to fired FBI director James Comey to testify publicly before the panel.

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Italian Senate approves bill outlawing torture

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:56 IST

Rome [Italy], May 17 (ANI): The Senate, the upper house of Italy's Parliament on Wednesday approved a controversial bill introducing the crime of torture with 195 votes in favour ,eight against and 34 abstentions.

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Catch the best movie screening festivals happening in your town!

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Most people would be of the opinion that the best way to see a movie is on the big screen in a movie hall.

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Barkati doesn't deserve to live in India: BJP

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:44 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): Welcoming the sacking of Maulana Noor-ur-Rehman Barkati from the post of Shahi Imam of Kolkata's Tipu Sultan mosque, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said such people who speak anti-India statements should be thrown out of the country.

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Sonam Kapoor reveals she judges people based on their perfumes

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Bringing glamour to the couch, Jitesh Pillai's next guest is an absolute fashionista and a National Award Winner, who will be seen at her candid best, and in a never seen before avatar.

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Kanpur IPL betting racket kingpin still at large

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:33 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 17 (ANI): The kingpin of Kanpur Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket betting racket is still at large as the police teams have returned empty handed.

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Swine flu kills one in Shimla

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:33 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India] May 17 (ANI): A tourist from Maharashtra on Wednesday afternoon died due to swine flu.

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Harbhajan urges Kumble to discuss Ranji fee structure with BCCI

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Indian off spinner Harbhajan Singh on Wednesday penned an emotional letter to his former teammate and current coach of team India Anil Kumble, urging him to take up the issue of pay structure of the Ranji cricketers in the upcoming BCCI's Committee of Administrators (CoA) meet.

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HRD Ministry eyes overhauling of education sector

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:03 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): With the aim to improve the quality of education and also to make India a hub of world class universities, the Ministry of Human Resource Development has taken a slew of measures to overhaul the education system in the country. It has finalised the guidelines to setup 20 world class universities.

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Former Mossad chief warns of sharing intelligence info with U.S.

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:03 IST

New York [U.S.], May 17 (ANI) : The former head of Mossad's intelligence directorate has warned of the damage done by U.S. President Donald Trump's alleged disclosure of classified Israeli information to the Russians and said it is likely to affect cooperation on sharing of U.S.-Israeli intelligence.

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UP Govt. sanctions transfer of 67 IPS officers

Updated: May 17, 2017 22:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): In the wake of a series of criminal atrocities reported in several parts of Uttar Pradesh, the state government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath facilitated the transfer of 67 IPS officers on Wednesday.

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UP: Six peacocks killed after being fed poisonous seeds

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:50 IST

Chitrakoot (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): Six peacocks were allegedly killed by poachers in Uttar Pradesh's Chitrakoot district on Wednesday.

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Big B, Aamir Khan gear up for 'Thugs of Hindostan'

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Bollywood's Shahenshah and Mr. Perfectionist, coming together in a single frame, is definitely a visual treat for scores of their fans.

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Cabinet approves four laning of Gujarat's Porbandar-Dwarka section of NH-8E

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:50 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The NDA Government in the Centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the development of four laning of Porbandar-Dwarka Section of NH-8E in Gujarat.

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Cabinet approves electrified double line construction between Andhra Pradesh's Guntur-Guntakal

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:45 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, approved the construction of double line with electrification between Guntur-Guntakal in Andhra Pradesh.

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Hyderabad: Three ISIS suspects detained, questioning underway

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:43 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana): The Hyderabad Police on Wednesday detained three persons suspected to be members of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

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Modi Govt focuses on infrastructure in Cabinet meet

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Government on Wednesday approved the construction of double line with electrification between Phephana-Indara and Mau-Shahganj (excluding Indara-Mau) totaling 150 km approximately in Uttar Pradesh.

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Jaitley directs army to maintain strict vigil along LoC

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley today arrived in Srinagar to review the overall security situation in the Valley.

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Kolkata: Flight to be boarded by Nitish Kumar encounters technical snag

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:38 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): An AirAsia flight, in which Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was supposed to board, encountered a technical snag on Wednesday while taking off from Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.

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Chelsea Manning released after seven years from military prison

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:38 IST

New York [U.S.] May 17 (ANI): Chelsea Manning has been released from a military prison in Kansas after serving seven years of a 35-year sentence for leaking a vast trove of U.S. state secrets to Wikileaks.

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Cabinet approves construction of electrified third line between Maharashtra's Manmad-Jalgaon

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the construction of electrified third line between Manmad-Jalgaon in Maharashtra.

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Mamata condemns Sirsa, Verma's 'pitiful' approach to Kejriwal

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Soon after West Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Parvesh Verma and BJP- SAD MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa accosted Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal for an appointment to discuss water scarcity issue in the national capital, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee while condemning their 'unfortunate' behaviour said such an approach is not good for democracy.

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Cabinet approves signing of Fuel Supply Agreement with LoA

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the signing of Fuel Supply Agreement (FSA) with the Letter of Assurance (LoA) holders.

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Drug peddler detained for six months

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:14 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): A notorious drug peddler named Mushtaq Ahmed Dar was detained for a period of six months under Jammu and Kashmir PIT NDPS, who was involved in cases including stone pelting incidents.

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Nadal through to Italian Open last-16 as Almagro retires hurt

Updated: May 17, 2017 21:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has stormed into the third round of the Italian Open after Nicolas Almagro of Spain was forced to retire in the first set with a knee injury.

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Court seeks police's reply on plea to de-seal Sunanda Pushkar's hotel suite

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Wednesday sought response from the Delhi Police on how much time it requires to de-seal the hotel suite where Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar died.

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INS Kochi successfully test fires medium range air missile

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:49 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 17 (ANI): INS Kochi of Naval Command successfully conducted trial firing of the Medium Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM) and was successful in tracking and intercepting low-flying high-speed target at enhanced range with pin-point accuracy, the Navy said on Wednesday.

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Sonam Kapoor talks about Deepika Padukone's Cannes debut

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:32 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 17 (ANI): Fashion diva Sonam Kapoor, who has become a regular at Cannes, hopes Deepika Padukone has a good time debuting at the internationally acclaimed film festival.

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President Mukherjee calls for closer co-ordination to combat terrorism

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said that closer co-ordination and concerted efforts by the international community are necessary to tackle the menace of terrorism effectively.

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Irrelevant to link OBOR with India-Pak issue: China's Consul General

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:29 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] May 17 (ANI): In a series of tweets,Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kolkata, Ma Zhanwu on Wednesday said Beijing's position on the Kashmir issue is consistent and clear and it is irrelevant to link One Belt One Road with it.

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Sai Sri's father exploited her, alleges mother

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:20 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 17 (ANI): After the video of 13-year-old Sai Sri begging her father to save her life by providing cancer treatment took the nation by storm, her mother Suma Sri said her daughter pleaded the father to save her through a video call, adding he also exploited her.

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Cabinet approves Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission to accelerate discovery research

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:15 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its approval for Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission for accelerating discovery research to early development for biopharmaceuticals, "Innovate in India (13) empowering biotech entrepreneurs and accelerating inclusive innovation" to be funded by the Government of India.

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Delhi gets its first ever fully air-conditioned bus stand

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): With the national capital reeling under extreme heat waves condition, the Delhi Government in collaboration with Daikin India under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative has made a fully air-conditioned bus stand in Lajpat Nagar.

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FC Pune City announce strategic tie-up with Mizoram's Chanmari FC

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:02 IST

Pune [India], May 17 (ANI): Indian Super League franchise FC Pune City has announced a strategic alliance with Mizoram's Chanmari Football Club, which is based in Aizawl and takes part in the Mizoram Premier League.

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Cabinet approves amendment of Public Premises Act

Updated: May 17, 2017 20:02 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave its approval for the amendment in Section 2 and Section 3 of the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act (PPE Act, 1971) by inserting definition of 'residential accommodation occupation' in a new clause in section 2 of the Act and inserting provisions relating to eviction from 'residential accommodation occupation' in a new sub-section 3B below sub-section 3A of Section 3 of the Act.

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Man killed in the name of 'honour' in Jaipur

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:57 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India] May 17 (ANI): A man was on Wednesday killed in the name of honour here by his in-laws, said police.

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Yeh jannat nahi, jannat se aage hai: Tom Alter on shooting in Gulmarg

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Tom Alter, who is known for great acting skills and his off-beat choice of movies, believes there is no place more beautiful than Gulmarg and that it is way beyond heaven.

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Irrelevant to link OBOR with Kashmir issue: China's Consul General Ma Zhanwu

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:51 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] May 17 (ANI): Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kolkata, Ma Zhanwu tweeted on Wednesday to clarify Beijing's position on the Kashmir issue is consistent and clear and it is irrelevant to link One Belt

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Cabinet approves Amendment of Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites Act

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:51 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved the introduction of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites Remains (Amendment) Bill, 2017 in the Parliament.

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President Putin ready to provide records of Trump-Lavrov talks

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:39 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 17 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said he can provide the U. S. Congress with the full transcript of the talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, to dispel the "political schizophrenia" around the allegations that state secrets were leaked.

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Cabinet approves Agreement between India, Tajikistan on mutual assistance

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:39 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave its approval for signing and ratifying the Agreement between India and Tajikistan on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters.

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Cabinet approves Pan-India implementation of Maternity Benefit Program

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave ex-post facto approval to Pan-India implementation of Maternity Benefit Program which now has been extended to all districts of the country from January 1.

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Goa: Woman found dead, police registers case of unnatural death

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:27 IST

Calangute (Goa) [India], May 17 (ANI): A 25-yr-old woman was found dead at Naikawado in Goa's Calangute in the early hours today.

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Kiwis overcome Indian eves 3-2 in third Hockey Test, lead series 3-nil

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:27 IST

Pukekohe [New Zealand], May 17 (ANI): The New Zealand women's hockey team fended off a fighting Indian side 3-2 in the third Test to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series here on Wednesday.

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Sacked Barkati refuses to step down from Imam's post

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:27 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): After being axed from Tipu Sultan Masjid, Noor-ur Rahman Barkati on Wednesday castigated the trustees of the mosque and warned of serious consequences if the order is not revoked.

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CBI raids premises of three friends of Karti Chidambaram

Updated: May 17, 2017 19:23 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 17: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) yesterday raided the premises of three friends of former union minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti Chidambaram and a chartered accountant in Chennai.

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Post French Open snub, Sharapova vows to `rise up again`

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:56 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 17 (ANI): Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova has promised to fight and

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Cabinet approves Faculty Exchange Agreement between Defence Colleges of Delhi, Dhaka

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:56 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave its ex-post facto approval to the Faculty Exchange Agreement signed between New Delhi's National Defence College and Dhaka's National Defence College.

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Emma Stone, Steve Carrell all set for 'Battle of the Sexes'

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Tennis fans, Rejoice! The first trailer of the much-awaited movie 'Battle of the Sexes' is finally out and it has everything that you ever wanted.

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Cabinet approves MoU between India, Australia to strengthen bond

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Australia on cooperation in combating International Terrorism and Transnational Organized Crime.

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'Bad Humans Kill Apes' in final 'War for the Planet of the Apes' trailer

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Apes are ready for one last war to save their species.

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Women activists condemn denial of treatment to girl child

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Women activists on Wednesday condemned the harrowing incident of a girl begging her father to save her life and expressed their heartfelt condolences over her death.

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Punjab Police nabs two Nigerian from Delhi, recovers drugs

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Punjab Police on Wednesday nabbed two Nigerian nationals from New Delhi and recovered two packets of one kg Heroin buried in deserted places in Punjab.

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Kashmir Police appeals to public to give time to serve them

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police Muneer Ahmed Khan on Wednesday appealed public to give Kashmir Police time to serve them.

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Does Lalu, RJD have respect for democracy: BJP

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday branded the clash between the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and BJP workers as total disrespect of democracy on the RJD's part.

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INS Sharda foils anti-piracy operation in Gulf of Aden

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): After receiving a distress call from a Liberian registered ship, Lord Mountbatten, of piracy activities, INS Sharda, which was deployed in Gulf of Aden, swept into action and successfully foiled attempted anti-piracy operation by two suspicious vessels.

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Venkaiah Naidu meets Amarinder, discusses flagship schemes

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday asserted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, more powers have been delegated to state governments and that the spirit of cooperative federalism has been upheld. He was speaking to media after a meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Central flagship schemes.

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Haryana panchayat to rename sports stadium on Bhagat Singh

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:30 IST

Haryana [India], May 17 (ANI): The Haryana gram panchayat on Wednesday said that they are all set to rename a sports stadium from Rajiv Gandhi Khel Parisar (sports complexes) to Shaheed Bhagat Singh Khel Parisar.

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ICJ to pronounce verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav on Thursday

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:30 IST

Hague [Netherlands], May 17 (ANI): The International Court of Justice at The Hague will pronounce its verdict on Thursday over the death sentence awarded to former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav by the Pakistani military court.

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Triple Talaq related to women empowerment, human dignity: ASG Anand

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI): Additional Solicitor General (ASG), Pinky Anand on Wednesday said that the issue of triple talaq is related to women empowerment and human dignity, adding that a secular nation must fight for establishment of fundamental rights for all.

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'Sargoshiyan' becomes first Bollywood film to premiere in Srinagar

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Mumbai has always been numero uno when it comes the premieres of Bollywood movies. Now, breaking with tradition, filmmaker Imran Khan has preferred to premiere his film 'Sargoshiyan' at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convocation center (SKICC) in Srinagar.

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Cabinet for establishment of Indian Agricultural Institute in Assam

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet on Wednesday approved the proposal to establish the Indian Agricultural Institute (IARI) in Assam with 100 percent outlay of central government on 587 acres of land provided by the government of Assam.

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VKAAO, Shemaroo celebrate the 35th anniversary of classic film 'Namak Halaal'

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

Mumbai [India], May 17 (ANI): VKAAO and Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd join hands to re- release the cult classic film 'Namak Halaal' to mark the completion of '35 years' of its release.

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Travkart, Sparkleminds tie-up to offer franchising opportunity to travel agents in tier II, III

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Travkart on Wednesday announced its partnership with Sparkleminds to offer franchising opportunities to travel agents in Tier II and Tier III cities.

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Development of nuclear sector to create 33,400 jobs

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said the development of nuclear power plants will create over 33,400 direct and indirect jobs, in addition to helping India achieve a state of self-sufficiency on the pathway to sustainable development.

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Mother Ganga is again calling PM Modi!

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 17 (ANI): The Ganga in Varanasi is again calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi to change his slogan from Clean Ganga to Save Ganga.

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Presidential Election 2017: Sonia Gandhi speaks to Lalu

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In an attempt to unify the opposition for the presidential election, Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday spoke to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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India to sign Multilateral Convention to implement tax treaty-related measures

Updated: May 17, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday announced the signing of the Multilateral Convention treaty for smooth implementation of tax related measures, which will prevent base erosion and profit sharing.

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World Hypertension Day 2017: Lifestyle Management of Hypertension

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): High blood pressure (BP) or hypertension is a silent killer and often the symptoms go unnoticed during the early phase.

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BJP-RJD clash orchestrated by Nitish Kumar-led Govt.: BJP

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:47 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 17 (ANI): Senior BJP functionary and leader of opposition in legislative council Sushil Kumar Modi on Wednesday said the attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supporters was 'shameful' and alleged that it was orchestrated by Nitish Kumar-led state government to 'gag' the voice of the opposition.

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South Korea to consider sending THAAD back to US

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:47 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 17 (ANI) : South Korea's ruling Democratic Party's leader on Wednesday said Seoul is considering sending back the recently installed THAAD missile system to the United States.

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PSL spot-fixing row: PCB bans Mohammad Nawaz for two months

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:47 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a two-month ban and a fine of Rs. two lakhs on all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz in its ongoing probe into the Pakistan Super League (PSL) spot-fixing scandal.

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Former rebel helped nab 8 Naxals: Chhattisgarh Police

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:47 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 17 (ANI): Sukma Superintendent of Police Abhishek Meena on Wednesday said the arrest of eight Naxalites from Chhattisgarh's Chintalnar and Chintagufa areas was made possible with the help of former Naxalite Podiam Panda.

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Govt. willing to make football reach to 15,000 schools: Vijay Goel

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Expressing satisfaction with the `Mission XI Million` festival held in Mumbai, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel insisted that along with cricket, Government is trying hard to encourage young generation in other sports such as Football, Hockey, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi and Kushti.

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Dog sentenced to death in Pakistan's Punjab province

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:39 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI) : In a bizarre case, a dog has been sentenced to death in Pakistan's Punjab province for biting a child .

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Mr Ramamohan Rao's passion for news could be seen through his work with ANI: PM

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Expressing his sadness over the demise of former Principal Information Officer to the Government of India I. Ramamohan Rao, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the former's passion for news and information could be seen through his work with ANI (Asian News International) after a rich career in government.

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Annyeonghaseyo! Let your taste buds explore the flavours of Korea

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): If you want some change on your palate, then Gurgaon has something really different, yet authentic to offer.

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Responsible Investing growing in importance, says survey from Caia and Adveq

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI-NewsVoir): Responsible investing, including the incorporation of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors and ethical principles, is growing in importance in the alternative investment management industry, driven by ethical principles, constituent demands and new business opportunities, according to a new survey conducted by the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association, the global leader in alternative investment education and Adveq, a global institutional private equity investor.

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Aaron Paul to star in pshycological thriller 'The Killing Kind'

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:10 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 17 (ANI): 'Breaking Bad' star Aaron Paul and Jane Lynch are all set to work together in psychological thriller 'The Killing Kind'.

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Cabinet approves restructuring plan for Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.

Updated: May 17, 2017 17:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a restructuring plan for loss making and sick Central Public Sector Enterprise Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL), a under the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals.

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DDCA defamation matter listed for July 28, 31

Updated: May 17, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The hearing in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) defamation case filed by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is listed for July 28 and 31 in the Delhi High Court today.

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Bail granted to 13 accused in Tomar fake degree case

Updated: May 17, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Wednesday granted bail to 13 accused including employees of Tilkamanjhi University at Bhagalpur in Bihar in a fake degree case against Delhi's former law minister Jitender Singh Tomar.

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Overweight postmenopausal women more at risk of breast cancer

Updated: May 17, 2017 16:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Postmenopausal women need to care about their overall weight, as a study finds that a reduction in overall body fat, rather than abdominal fat, lowers the risk of breast cancer.

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Kejriwal's security detail manhandles ex hospital staffers

Updated: May 17, 2017 16:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The security detail of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal manhandled former employees of the Bhagwan Mahavir Hospital on Wednesday when they tried to approach Kejriwal at his residence.

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Bangladesh court sentences 23 to death for killing four Awami League activists

Updated: May 17, 2017 16:32 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 17 (ANI): A Bangladesh court on Wednesday sentenced to death 23 persons, including a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader for killing four Awami League activists in 2002.

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Merchandise Exports from India Scheme being re-designed to make exports GST-compliant

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) is being re-designed to make exports from India GST-compliant and the issue of working capital requirements under the new tax regime is being deliberated upon by the government, said Neeraj Prasad, Additional Commissioner, GST Cell, Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) while addressing FICCI's Executive Committee Meeting here today.

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Maharashtra ATS denies cyber attack on its website

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:57 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 17 (ANI): The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on Wednesday denied any hacking or ransomware virus attack to its website.

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Water Tanker Scam: ACB questions Kejriwal's private secretary Bibhav Kumar

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's private secretary Bibhav Kumar was questioned by the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) in connection with the water tanker scam today.

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Barkati sacked as Tipu Sultan mosque's Imam

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:51 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): Maulana Nurur Rehman Barkati was on Wednesday sacked as the Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Mosque for "objectionable and inflammatory remarks against the country".

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Picasso's 1939 artwork sells for USD 45 million

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:38 IST

Washington (U.S.) [World], May 17 (ANI): "Femme assise, robe bleu," a painting by famed painting Pablo Picasso has been auctioned in New York for USD 45 million.

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Close relatives around may help Female monkeys live longer: Study

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Large families and strong social ties may help female rhesus macaques live longer, by reducing their chances of dying by 2.3 percent in one year, reveals a new study.

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Ravi Shankar Prasad questions Nitish Kumar's silence on BJP-RJD clash

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Branding the clash between the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers outside BJP office in Patna as 'shameful', Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday called for serious action by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar into the matter.

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'Bad Man' title puts me in different bracket: Gulshan Grover

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): His career spans over three decades. He has been part of more than 400 films. He has made a mark not just in Bollywood but internationally as well. He is 'Bad Man'. Yes! We are talking about the most-loved baddie of B-town, actor Gulshan Grover.

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Nine protesters injured in Washington outside Turkish Embassy

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:32 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 17 (ANI): Nine protesters were injured outside the residence of the Turkish Ambassador here on Tuesday.

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Kerala NEET shocker: NHRC issues notice to CBSE chairman

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Wednesday pulled up the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in connection with the alleged harassment of students during the National Eligibility/Entrance Test on May 7 in Kannur, Kerala.

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Lonely teens sleep less: Study

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Does your teenage daughter or son sleep less or faces trouble while sleeping at night? It may be due to the feeling of loneliness, reveals a study.

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Govt. school has been officially upgraded, will start construction soon: Rewari DC

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:25 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 17 (ANI): Rewari District Collector Yash Garg on Wednesday informed that the state government has officially upgraded the school in wake of the hunger strike called by the students.

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Three 'pro-Chidambaram' officials working in Finance Ministry: Swamy

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In a startling revelation, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday accused few Finance Ministry officials to be pro-Chidambaram, and expressed concern over them hampering the Income Tax investigation against the former finance minister.

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Pogba to miss Man U's clash against Southampton to attend father's funeral

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:21 IST

London [U.K], May 17 (ANI): Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba will miss his side' s Premier League clash against Southampton on Wednesday as he has to attend his father's funeral.

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Kashmiri youth shows interest in Taekwondo during one-day tournament

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:15 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): Taekwondo, a kind of martial arts, has become a craze among Kashmiri youth as a sizeable chunk of young boys and girls have exhibited keen interest in this sport and many such players have already played at national and international level.

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Chauhan approaches Jaitley over Metro in Indore, Bhopal

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Wednesday met Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and put forth the proposal of borrowing funds from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Asian development Banks (ADB) for Indore and Bhopal rail projects.

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Siemens digitalization solutions to connect Vedanta's power plant fleet in India

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Siemens has announced that it has secured an order for Digital Fleet Center Solution from Vedanta Ltd., India's leading natural resources company to connect its power plant assets at Talwandi Sabo Power Plant (TSPL) in Punjab and Bharat Aluminum Company Limited (BALCO) in Chhattisgarh.

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Artist projects provocative message on Trump International Hotel

Updated: May 17, 2017 15:07 IST

Washington (U.S.) [World], May 17 (ANI): The Trump International Hotel in Washington became the canvas of artist and filmmaker Robin Bell as he projected the words "Pay Trump bribes here" on Monday.

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Adobe appoints Sunder Madakshira as Head of Marketing for India

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Adobe on Wednesday announced the appointment of Sunder Madakshira as Head of Marketing for its India business.

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Chidambaram was Sonia Gandhi's personal 'money launderer': Swamy

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Continuing his tirade against former finance minister P. Chidambaram, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday termed the former as the personal 'money launderer' for Congress president Sonia Gandhi.

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This is how Deepika Padukone woke up at Cannes

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The stage is all set and the red carpet has been rolled out at the 70th Cannes Film Festival and the whole nation can't wait to see what Deepika Padukone is going to wear on the red carpet.

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Anshu Jamsenpa becomes first Indian woman to climb Mt. Everest four times

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa recently scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to scale Mount Everest for the fourth time.

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Idea launches 4G services in Jaipur; to expand in 200+ towns by August

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Telecom operator Idea Cellular on Wednesday launched its world class 4G services in Jaipur after its successful launched of the 4G services in Rajasthan earlier this year.

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When 'Ram' Jackie Shroff meets 'Lakhan' Ranveer Singh!

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Ranveer Singh, who is famous for his quirky and vibrant personality, was recently spotted with 'jhakaas' actor Jackie Shroff and it seems like the two had a great time together.

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Verdict of Bengal: 'The hills are smiling', says Mamata as TMC charges ahead

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:29 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) Chief Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed happiness after the over whelming lead of his party in the municipal corporation's polls in seven hilly area of West Bengal.

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Matthew Vaughn, Robert Zemeckis, Sam Raimi on shortlist to direct 'The Flash'

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:24 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 17 (ANI): It seems like 'The Flash' is finally moving in a right direction.

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Afghanistan: RTA compound attacked by armed assailants

Updated: May 17, 2017 14:00 IST

Nangarhar [Afghanistan], May 17 (ANI): Armed militants have reportedly stormed in to the compound of National Radio Television in Afghanistan (RTA) in Jalalabad.

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UP Govt. will solve Mathura jewellers murder soon: Shrikanth Sharma

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:49 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister and Mathura MLA Shrikanth Sharma on Wednesday said that the murder of two would soon be put behind bars.

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Positive impression of hookah doubles odds of taking first puff

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Beware! A study finds that youngsters, who have positive attitude or desire to take up smoking hookah for socialising and relaxing, are twice as likely to start up hookah smoking in future.

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Defender Sunita Lakra completes 100th international caps for India

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:33 IST

Pukekohe [New Zealand], May 17 (ANI): Indian women's team defender Sunita Lakra completed the milestone of playing 100 International matches during India's third match at the five-match series against New Zealand here on Wednesday.

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Victory for Rewari schoolgirls, Haryana Govt. upgrades school

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:33 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 17 (ANI): Forced to act following the massive agitation by school girls in Rewari, the Haryana Government on Wednesday announced that they have taken the decision to up-grade the school.

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No progress in pay dispute as Cricket Australia rejects ACA mediation request

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:24 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 17 (ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) has rejected Australian Cricketers Association's (ACA) request for mediation in pay talks between the two parties, reiterating the board's insistence that talks resume with its formal pay offer as the starting point.

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Women can pronounce Triple Talaq too: Muslim Board to SC

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that marriage in the Muslim community is a contract and in order to protect their interests, they can put special emphasis on certain clauses in 'nikahnama'.

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BSF commandant writes to Maneka Gandhi over terror threat to sister

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): An Assistant Commandment in the Border Security Forces (BSF) was grateful to Union Cabinet Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi when she redressed the problem put forward by him regarding his sister.

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Telr bags USD 3 mn investment from Innovations East; to enhance core product proposition

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Fastest growing payment gateways with operations in the Middle East, South East Asia and India, Telr has announced receiving of an investment worth USD three million from Innovations East, a fund managed by people with extensive experience in marketplaces and online payments, as part of their Series B funding round.

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What is an airport look? Alia defines it well

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:24 IST

Mumbai [India], May 17 (ANI): The whole 'airport look' things has been in the news for quite some time now.

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Rajinikanth interacts with fans on Day 3 of 'Janta Darbar'

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Last few days have been a treat for the Rajini fans as they got to meet and greet their favourite star, after a hiatus of eight years.

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Pak National Assembly rejects opposition's Panama Inquiries Bill 2016

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:12 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): Pakistan's National Assembly has rejected the Panama Papers Inquiries Bill 2016 by a majority vote, six months it was passed by the Senate.

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Get ready for greater gaming experience with Lenovo's 'Legion'

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Leading PC and tablets player Lenovo on Wednesday announced the launch of its dedicated brand for gaming 'Legion' in India in two variants including Lenovo Legion Y520 at Rs. 92,490 and Lenovo Legion Y720 at Rs. 149,990.

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Increasing community awareness can reduce spread of Ebola

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Encouraging the sick individuals to remain at home, increasing community awareness, ensuring safe burials and providing household sanitation kits can be some effective strategies for reducing the spread of deadly communicable disease.

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Mukesh Ambani tops Forbes list of Global Game Changers

Updated: May 17, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Forbes has named Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani on the top of its list of 'Global Game Changers', who are transforming their industries and changing the lives of billions of people around the globe.

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Char Dham yatra: Health Minister Nadda assures complete medical assistance

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Wednesday spoke to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat and assured all kind of medical assistance, including a team of doctors for Char Dham yatra pilgrims.

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Want 'notice period' rule for politicos, bureaucrats as well: AI pilot

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In a sardonic attack, an Air India pilot on Wednesday urged the government to come up with a 'Act of Parliament' which would bind politicians belonging to political parties registered with the Election Commission to give a notice of at least 1 year, before they switch their allegiance for gains and cause pandemonium.

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Taliban suffer heavy casualties in Laghman operations

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:42 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 17 (ANI): Taliban insurgents have reportedly suffered heavy casualties during an ongoing counter-terrorism operations in eastern Laghman province of Afghanistan.

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Murray's slump continues; crashes out of Italian Open

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:42 IST

Rome [Italy], May 17 (ANI): World N0. 1 Andy Murray slump in 2017 continued as he was knocked out of the Italian Open after suffering a shocking second-round defeat against Italian Fabio Fognini on Tuesday.

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West Bengal civic polls: TMC leading on all seven seats

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:36 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 17 (ANI): All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) is leading in all seven municipal corporations where civic polls were held in West Bengal.

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Projecting Pak as terrorism hub devoid of ground reality: Envoy

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:25 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 17 (ANI): Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States, Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhary, has rejected the prevailing global view that his country is a major hub for terrorists.

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Gun battle underway near government and state TV compound in Nangarhar

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:25 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 17 (ANI): A heavy gun battle is reportedly underway near the government compound and inside the state radio television headquarters in Afghanistan's eastern Nangarhar province.

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Gurugram rape: Rs. two lakh reward announced for information about absconding perpetrators

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:16 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], May 17 (ANI): The Gurugram Police on Wednesday announced a reward of Rs. 2 lakh for information about the perpetrators involved in the rape of a 22-year old woman.

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Marcus Stoinis declared fit for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:13 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 17 (ANI): Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has been declared fit for the ICC Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Lendingkart Finance targets 300 pct growth by FY`18

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Expecting growth trajectory of 300 percent by the end of FY18, leading NBFCs in the SME working capital space Lendingkart Finance on Wednesday announced its expansion plans with reach to over 650 cities across the country.

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Salman charms with his innocence in 'The Radio Song'

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The Bhai fans, Rejoice!

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Assam puts north east divinity on tourism radar

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:06 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 17 (ANI): Thousands of devotees made a beeline for the famous Kamakhya Temple here in Assam on Tuesday, but what drew everyone's attention was drawn to the presence of a 200-member Azerbaijan group.

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World Hypertension Day 2017: Know the symptoms and causes

Updated: May 17, 2017 12:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): If constant headache has been troubling you, dizziness has been bothering you, you have been getting fatigued fast or you have blurred vision, then there might be a chance that you are suffering from high blood press

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Guess who is Anushka Sharma's godfather!

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Anushka Sharma is one of the best actresses industry has today.

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Chennai: IT raids TN Health Minister's residence

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:50 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 17 (ANI): The Income Tax Department on Wednesday conducted raids at state Health Minister C. Vijaya Bhaskar's residence in Pudukkottai here.

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After CBI, Kapil Mishra takes war against Kejriwal to CBDT

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Wednesday asserted that he will visit the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) today to file a complaint against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

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Ezetap named #16 on CNBC disruptor 50 list

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:39 IST

Bangalore, (Karnataka) [India], May 17 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Ezetap, the leading provider of universal mobile payments, has been named to the 2017 CNBC Disruptor 50, an exclusive list ranking the top private companies whose innovations are transfo

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Men of 25-35 age group are more pre-hypertensive: Study

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Men between the age of 25 to 35 need to meditate more, as a study finds, 26 percent of men and 22 percent of women have reported of pre-hypertension.

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Siddaramiah insults defence veterans, keeps them waiting for an hour

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:39 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 17 (ANI): Indian Army and Air Force veterans have expressed their dejection, saying that they felt insulted when a function related to war memorial, turned into a political event.

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We have accomplished what teams across the world only dream of, says Misbah

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:30 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): Elated with the historic win over West Indies in the recently concluded three-match Test series, former Pakistan Test skipper Misbah-ul-Haq has insisted that his team have accomplished a feat which many teams across the world only dream of.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises in relation to Rs. 729 cr IPO of S. Chand and Co.

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. acted as the legal counsel to the Book Running Lead Managers as to Indian law in relation to the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of S Chand And Company Limited (S Chand). S Chand is a leading Indian education content company, delivering content, solutions and services across the education lifecycle throughout the kindergarten, secondary education, higher education and early learning segments.

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UK PM May praises Birmingham's multi-faith Nishkam Primary School

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:30 IST

Birmingham [United Kingdom], May 17 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May visited the Nishkam Primary School in Birmingham on Tuesday, where she interacted with pupils, staff and the community who are closely involved with the pioneering free school.

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Girl begs father for cancer treatment: Video goes viral after her death

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:30 IST

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): A heart-wrenching video of a girl begging her father to save her life by providing for her Cancer treatment, has taken the nation by storm, after she lost her life to the terminal illness.

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Lucknow: IAS officer found dead under mysterious circumstances

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:16 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): An Indian Administrative Services (IAS) officer was found dead in a guest house here on Wednesday.

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The drama is now over: Karti Chidambaram on CBI raids

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:16 IST

Chennai [India], May. 17 (ANI): Former union minister P Chidambaram's son Karti, whose residence was raided by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the grant of FIPB approval to INX media private Ltd, said here on Wednesday that the 'drama' was finally over.

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Study finds people believe free range-eggs tastier, nutritious and safer

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A study finds that most people choose to buy free-range eggs over eggs from caged hens because they think that cage-free eggs have better quality, are more nutritious and taste better.

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Black Money menace: Centre launches 'Operation Clean Money' portal

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In an endeavor to fight corruption and black money, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley launched portal of Operation Clean Money here today.

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OBOR will give huge boost to Pak investment prospects: Sharif

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:06 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 17 (ANI): Addressing a business-centric Pakistan forum in Hong Kong on Wednesday, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif praised China for its One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, saying that it would give a huge boost to investment prospects in his country.

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DGCA issues new 'stricter' rules over notice period for pilots

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In a dramatic move, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued notice to aviation pilots mandating a notice period of one year for commanders and six months notice period for co-pilots before resignation.

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Mathura: Cabinet Minister Shrikant Sharma to address his constituency's woes

Updated: May 17, 2017 11:00 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): After winning the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election with majority of votes from here, Cabinet Minister Shrikant Sharma will visit his constituency for the first time today.

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Pakistan's steady provocations disrupt lives, instill fear among Rajouri locals

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:49 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17: With Pakistan violating ceasefire relentlessly, the locals living near Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir are living in fear for their life on a daily basis.

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World Hypertension Day: Know your Blood Pressure!

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): World Hypertension Day, observed on the 17th of May every year, calls out for increasing awareness about this silent killer and help people realise that hypertension or high blood pressure is a preventable and controllable condition.

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Du Plessis expecting his first child with wife Imari

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:49 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 17 (ANI): South Africa Test skipper Faf du Plessis has announced he and his wife Imari Visser are expecting their first child.

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`There are some big scores to come`, insists De Villiers

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:38 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 17 (ANI): Swashbuckling South African batsman AB de Villiers has insisted that he is not worried about his current form and would be coming out with some big scores in the upcoming tour of England and the ICC Champions Trophy.

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ATC orders arrest of MQM leaders Sattar, Amir Khan

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:32 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) here has ordered the Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) to arrest Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) chief Dr. Farooq Sattar and senior leader Amir Khan and produce them before the court.

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Weekly dose of steroid strengthen, repair muscles: Study

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): For all those people, taking steroid on a regular basis, a study finds that weekly dose of steroid, rather than daily ones, promotes muscle repair.

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Hypertension can be fatal if ignored!

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Hypertension has always been perceived as one of those conditions, which becomes threatening/ fatal, when a person is ageing and is approaching his/her late 40s.

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J-K: Joint search ops conclude, cordon lifted in Shopian villages

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:16 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): The joint search operation by the Indian Army and Special Operations Group (SOG) in Shopian has concluded here today and the cordon has also been lifted off from the villages.

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Post French Open rejection, Sharapova pulls out of Italian Open

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:16 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 17 (ANI): Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova pulled out of the Italian Open with a thigh injury during her second-round tie against Mirjana Lucic-Baroni on Tuesday, hours after learning she would not be granted a wild card into the French Open.

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UK authorities claim heroin found on PIA flight

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:12 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 17 (ANI): Civil aviation and security authorities in London have claimed that Border Force (BF) officers had found a "quantity of heroin" on board a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight that landed at Heathrow Airport on Monday.

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Pakistani charged by German prosecutors for joining militant group

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:05 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 17 (ANI): A 28-year-old Pakistani has been charged by German prosecutors for joining the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) to fight Indian forces in India-held Kashmir.

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IPL 2017: Sunrisers Hyderabad to face Kolkata Knight Riders in Eliminator 1

Updated: May 17, 2017 10:05 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 17 (ANI): Two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will today lock horns with defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Eliminator 1 of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

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Trump prepares to go abroad to 'spread' peace

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:54 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 17 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump is likely to spread a message of peace during his first foreign trip as President to Saudi Arabia, the Vatican and Jerusalem.

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J-K: Army cordons off villages, search ops underway

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:38 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): The Indian Army and Special Operations Group (SOG) are conducting search operations in Shopian's two villages - Heff and Shirmal.

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Sharjeel timely informed PCB of his meeting with suspected bookie, says counsel

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:37 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): Discarded batsman Sharjeel Khan's counsel has told the Anti-Corruption Tribunal---probing the Pakistan Super League (PSL) spot-fixing scandal---that his client had timely informed the relevant authority of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about his meeting with a bookie.

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Assam: Angry locals take to streets, protest against rape

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:37 IST

Baithalangso (Assam) [India], May 17 (ANI): Scores of people took to the streets to protest, demanding death penalty to the culprits who allegedly raped a girl and murdered her later.

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Respite from heat as Delhi witness light showers

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): The national capital woke up to a breezy Wednesday, as Delhi witnessed light showers bringing a much needed break from the sweltering heat.

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Sanchez keeps Arsenal's Champions League hopes alive

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:19 IST

London [UK], May 17 (ANI): Two second half goals from star forward Alexis Sanchez helped Arsenal secure a 2-0 Premier League win over relegated Sundarland and keep their Champions League hopes alive on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium.

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Kashmir unrest: Jaitley, Army Chief to review security in Srinagar today

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:19 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 17 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley and Army Chief Gen Bipin Rawat will on Wednesday review the security situation and take stock of counter-terror operations in the Valley, which has been rocked with soaring turbulence recently besides the steady stream of ceasefire violations.

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World Hypertension Day: Quick guide to prevent its first signs

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In the 21st century, hypertension is considered as a global public health issue.

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Bill Cosby believes he's victim of racism, revenge

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): In his first interview in over two years, Bill Cosby said that he does not expect to testify at his upcoming felony sexual assault trial and believes some of the accusations against him are motivated by racism.

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JIT investigates Nawaz Sharif's speech over Panama leaks

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:01 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 17 (ANI): The Joint Investigation team (JIT) investigating the Panama papers have asked for transcripts of speeches by Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his children for probe.

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IPL betting menace: Police arrest 5 bookies in Rajasthan

Updated: May 17, 2017 09:01 IST

Bhilwara (Rajasthan) [India], May 17 (ANI): Police arrested five bookies from Bhilwara city of Rajasthan for allegedly betting in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) matches.

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Google doodle celebrates Antikythera mechanism's 115 years

Updated: May 17, 2017 08:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): To mark the discovery of the world's first known analogue computer, Google today celebrates Antikythera mechanism's 115 years through its doodle.

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China's position on Kashmir 'unaffected' by CPEC

Updated: May 17, 2017 08:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Reacting to India's non-participation in One Belt, One Road (OBOR) initiative, China on Wednesday said the project is for the common development and prosperity of the region, adding further that the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) does not affect Beijing's position on the Kashmir issue which the New Delhi is concerned about.

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India to play 5 ODIs, 1 T20I in West Indies in June-July

Updated: May 17, 2017 08:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): India will tour West Indies for a five-match ODI series and a lone T20I in June and July, with the tour beginning almost immediately after the Champions Trophy final in England in Wales scheduled for June 18.

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Balakot: Indian troops retaliate to ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Updated: May 17, 2017 08:25 IST

Balakot (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): Pakistani Army continued its provocations as it initiated ceasefire violation in Balakot sector here in Jammu and Kashmir last night and intermittent firing continued.

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New Zika virus inhibitor identified

Updated: May 17, 2017 07:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): A new research has brought a drug to treat Zika infections closer to reality.

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In future, kids may be born from '3D-printed ovaries'

Updated: May 17, 2017 07:28 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Infertile women have been offered new hope after a team of researchers 3-D printed ovary structures that, true to their design, actually ovulated.

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'Duplicity in philosophy,' biggest scam of AAP: BJP

Updated: May 17, 2017 07:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17, (ANI): Commenting on the ongoing feud in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday demanded Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal resignation while asserting that 'duplicity in philosophy' is the biggest scam of the party.

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Kids as young as 3 value obligations of joint commitment

Updated: May 17, 2017 06:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Children as young as three understand and value the obligations that accompany a joint commitment, according to a recent study.

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Turns out, weekly steroids can strengthen, repair muscles

Updated: May 17, 2017 06:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Just when you thought steroids waste muscles, a team of researchers found that its weekly doses can be beneficial.

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Artist projects 'Pay Trump bribes here' on Trump's DC Hotel

Updated: May 17, 2017 06:34 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): An artist greeted visitors to the Trump International Hotel in Washington D.C. on Monday night with a projected message "Pay Trump bribes here."

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WH official denies report saying Trump asked Comey to end Flynn probe

Updated: May 17, 2017 06:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): The White House has denied a media report suggesting that President Donald Trump had asked the sacked FBI chief James Comey to end the investigation against former national security adviser Michael T. Flynn.

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The lonelier you are, the poorer you sleep

Updated: May 17, 2017 06:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Turns out, loneliness is not just heartbreaking, it also breaks up a normal night's sleep.

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Govt should come up with national cyber security law: Expert

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17, (ANI): As hundreds of ATMs are being shut down in the wake of the WannaCry ransomware cyber attack, an expert has dubbed it as an interim measure while suggesting that the government should come up with national cyber security law rather than just "giving lip service."

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Committed to build new India: PM Modi on BJP govt's 3 years

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:51 IST

New Delhi[India], May 17, (ANI): Responding to wishes on the social media in the wake of third anniversary of BJP's victory in Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that his government was committed to build the new India through a "reform to transform" approach.

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Israel said to be source of intelligence Trump revealed to Russians

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:36 IST

Washington DC [USA], May 17 (ANI): It has emerged that the classified intelligence that U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed in a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the White House was provided by Israel.

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Katy Perry will judge 'American Idol' reboot

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Katy Perry has confirmed that she will serve as a judge on ABC's rebooted 'American Idol.'

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CBI-Chidambaram raid: Centre rebuffs Cong's 'political vendetta' claim

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17, (ANI): Rubbishing the Congress accusation that P. Chidambaram is being targeted for his critical views about the government, the Centre on Wednesday said that it does not indulge in any kind of 'revenge politics' and that, the law of the country is absolutely impartial.

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Chidambaram being targeted for his critical views about Centre: Cong

Updated: May 17, 2017 05:05 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru [India], May 17, (ANI): Dubbing the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) raid at P. Chidambaram's residence as a "political vendetta," the Congress on Wednesday said that the former union minister has been targeted for his critical views about the central government.

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Grey's Anatomy is getting another spin-off!

Updated: May 17, 2017 04:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Another 'Grey's Anatomy' spin-off is happening and this time it is going to be fire!

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Facebook fined by France over data privacy violations

Updated: May 17, 2017 04:41 IST

Paris [France], May 17 (ANI): The French data protection watchdog has fined the social networking site Facebook 150,000 euros (£129,000) for data privacy violations.

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UN urges Israel to end mistreatment of Palestinian prisoners

Updated: May 17, 2017 04:33 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 17 (ANI): The United Nations has urged Israel to abide by the international law and standards of

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Social activists demand Kiran Bedi's resignation over 'Beti Bachao Apni Apni' remark

Updated: May 17, 2017 04:17 IST

Aligarh/Kanpur [India], May 17, (ANI): Slamming Kiran Bedi's 'Beti Bachao Apni Apni' remark, social activists demanded Puducherry Lieutenant Governor's resignation while saying that politics has changed her.

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Trump extends support to Turkey in fight against terrorism

Updated: May 17, 2017 04:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17: U.S. President Donald Trump extended his support to Ankara for its fight against terrorism as he recalled the valour of Turkish soldiers in the Korean War.

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IT raid 'political gimmick' to defame Lalu: JD(U)

Updated: May 17, 2017 03:54 IST

New Delhi[India],May 17, (ANI): Following the Income Tax raid on companies and people associated with RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Janata Dal (United) on Wednesday cornered the Centre saying that the raid was a "political gimmick" to defame the opposition leaders.

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Miley Cyrus reveals Katy Perry is her oldest pal in Hollywood

Updated: May 17, 2017 03:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): They may be battling it out on the pop charts with 'Malibu' and 'Bon Appetit,' but Miley Cyrus has revealed that she and Katy Perry share a deep bond of friendship.

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China, ASEAN officials to meet on South China Sea tomorrow

Updated: May 17, 2017 02:33 IST

Beijing [China], May 17 (ANI): The 14th Senior Officials' Meeting on the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) will be convened on Thursday in Guiyang in China's Guizhou Province.

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SC to hear Aadhaar-PAN linkage case

Updated: May 17, 2017 02:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): The Supreme Court is likely to hear a plea challenging the central government's notification to make Aadhaar mandatory in order to avail various government schemes.

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Saket court to hear Jitender Singh Tomar's fake degree case

Updated: May 17, 2017 02:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May17 (ANI): The Saket Court will today hear the matter of fake degree of former Delhi law minister Jitender Singh Tomar.

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Jimmy Kimmel returning to host next year's Oscars

Updated: May 17, 2017 01:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): He hosted one of the craziest Oscar ceremonies of all time and now, Jimmy Kimmel is coming back to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles for more.

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Jethmalani to cross examine Jaitley in DDCA defamation case today

Updated: May 17, 2017 01:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May17 (ANI): The hearing in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) defamation case filed by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will continue in the Delhi High Court today.

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SC to continue hearing Triple Talaq case today

Updated: May 17, 2017 00:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the triple talaq matter.

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Miley Cyrus' worst nightmare is this song playing at her funeral

Updated: May 17, 2017 00:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Her 'Wrecking Ball' may have swung to a top spot in 2013, but now, if given a chance, Miley Cyrus would probably take a wrecking ball to this hit single.

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Sundar, Dhoni steer Pune Supergiant to IPL 2017 final

Updated: May 17, 2017 00:32 IST

Mumbai [India], May 17 (ANI): Splendid performances from young off-spinner Washington Sundar and Mahendra Singh Dhoni helped Rising Pune Supergiant beat Mumbai Indians by 20 runs in Qualifier 1 and enter IPL 2017 finals on Tuesday evening at the Wank

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President Trump's aide comment on West Bank shock Israel

Updated: May 16, 2017 23:42 IST

New York [U.S.], May 16 (ANI) : A rift has been created between Washington and Jerusalem after an American diplomat described the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City as part of the West Bank.

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CPEC will have no implications on Kashmir issue : China

Updated: May 16, 2017 23:23 IST

Beijing [China], May 16 (ANI) : Insisting that China's Belt and Road is an open and inclusive initiative and is not directed at any third parties, Beijing on Tuesday said the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is an economic project with no implications on the Kashmir issue.

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PT Usha unhappy over change in Fed Cup National Athletics venue

Updated: May 16, 2017 23:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Athletics Federation of India's "sudden decision" to shift the Federation Cup National Athletics Championships from Delhi to Patiala would prove to be detrimental for those participating in the event, former sprint queen P.T. Usha said on Tuesday.

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One dead in dispute over switching off lights

Updated: May 16, 2017 23:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 16 (ANI): In a shocking fit of rage, a man was killed following a quarrel over switching off the decoration lights at a wedding here on Monday.

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Hyderabad: Eight child labourers rescued from masala factory

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:52 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 16 (ANI): As many as eight children working in a dry chilli godown were rescued on Tuesday by the police from Hyderabad's Mailardevpally.

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TN Transport Union agrees to give up strike temporarily

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:52 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 16 (ANI): Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation Union representatives on Tuesday agreed to give up their strike temporarily.

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Income authorities probing AAP MLA's fake companies: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Former Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Tuesday claimed that the income tax authorities have started probing the allegations raised by him against fake companies registered in the name of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Shivcharan Goyal.

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Ban on carrying Kirpan is 'highly unacceptable': Former SGPC chief

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:34 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India] May 16 (ANI): Condemning the Italian Supreme Court's move to ban Sikh migrants to carry 'Kirpan' (Dagger) in public, former Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Avtar Singh Makkar on Tuesday said every religion has its own decorum, adding banning such traditions is highly unacceptable.

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Israeli minister calls for assassination of Bashar al-Assad

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:34 IST

Jerusalem [Israel], May 16 (ANI): An Israeli minister on Tuesday called for the assassination of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and said his rule is the worst since the Nazis in World War-II.

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Eight naxals arrested in Chhattisgarh

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:20 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 16 (ANI): Eight naxals were arrested in a joint operation by the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and the District Force in Chintalnar and Chintagufa areas of Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Tuesday.

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Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 hits Andaman Islands

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 hit the Andaman Islands on Tuesday.

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Hyderabad: Minor girl raped, accused taken into police custody

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:13 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 16 (ANI): A 15-year-old girl was cheated and allegedly raped.

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Farooq Abdullah puts onus on AIMPLB over triple talaq matter

Updated: May 16, 2017 22:08 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 16 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) must think about the Triple Talaq issue instead of discussing it in the Supreme Court or any other court.

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India less threatened by Islamic State: Former U.S. envoy

Updated: May 16, 2017 21:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Former United States special envoy for Israeli- Palestinian negotiations Martin Indyk on Tuesday lauded India's "wise policies" to avoid the rise of Islamic State (IS) terrorists and said that New Delhi was less threatened by the dreaded origination compared to other nations from marking its presence in the country.

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Karti rebuffs charges as 'bogus', says he'll stand vindicated

Updated: May 16, 2017 21:30 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 16 (ANI): After officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raided the residence of former union minister P. Chidambaram and his son Karti in Chennai, the latter asserted that all charges on him are completely bogus and he will stand vindicated one day.

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Hyderabad: 22-year-old dies after being injured during cricket match

Updated: May 16, 2017 21:25 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 16 (ANI): A 22-year-old man succumbed to his injuries after being hit by a bat during a friendly cricket match in Bahadurpura district of Hyderabad.

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Srinagar soon to get its first Dahlia garden

Updated: May 16, 2017 21:20 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 16 (ANI): Much to the delight of the tourists in the Kashmir valley, the state's department of floriculture is now constructing its first Dahlia garden in Srinagar.

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Former Maoist's daughter to represent India at international volleyball tournament

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:59 IST

Malkangiri (Odisha) [India], May 16 (ANI): The daughter of a former Maoist has been selected for the under-18 national volleyball team who will take part in the international volleyball tournament to be held in China in August this year.

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Turkey turns down German lawmakers' request to visit NATO airbase

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:46 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 16 (ANI): Tensions between Berlin and Ankara escalated to an extent that the Turkish Government has turned down a request by German lawmakers to visit troops stationed in the Incirlik airbase.

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7th Sub-Junior National Hockey C'ship: Chandigarh thrash Bhopal 12-2

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:35 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 16 (ANI): A superlative performance from Hockey Chandigarh saw them crush Hockey Bhopal 12-2 in the final round of pool games at the Hockey India 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) A Division here on Tuesday.

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Palestine President meets Vice President Hamid Ansari to strengthen bilateral ties

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas, who arrived in India on a four-day visit, met with Vice-President Hamid Ansari today.

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Commitment at all levels is essential for prevention of Dengue: Nadda

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda on Tuesday said commitment at all levels is essential for prevention and control of Dengue, adding that by putting the hands together, dengue can be prevented.

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Process of investigation into motion against Karti Chidambaram: CBI

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said a process of investigation is into motion against former union minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti Chidambaram.

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Mayawati finds Siddiqui's replacement

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:19 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 16 (ANI): Former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief on Tuesday directed Dr M. H. Khan to work in Lucknow for bringing Muslims into the party's kitty ahead of the municipal elections.

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Big blow to Sunrisers Hyderabad as Nehra ruled out of IPL

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:17 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 16 (ANI):In what may come as a major setback to defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad, fast bowler Ashish Nehra has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season due to a hamstring injury.

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'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' improves girl child ratio in Himachal's Una

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:14 IST

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India] May 16 (ANI): At a time when Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government is about to complete three years in office, the Prime Minister's flagship scheme- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) has helped improving girl child ratio in Himachal Pradesh's Una district.

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Sixth round of UN-brokered Syria peace talks resume in Geneva

Updated: May 16, 2017 20:02 IST

London [U.K.], May 16 (ANI): UN Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura on Tuesday met a Syrian regime delegation at the first day of a sixth round of peace talks in Geneva.

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Data analytics must be studied to improve railways: Suresh Prabhu

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu on Tuesday said data analytics must be studied, analysed and monitored to improve Indian Railways programme.

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Hathway ropes in actor R Madhavan as new Brand Ambassador

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Hathway broadband, India's leading player in fixed-line broadband internet service on Tuesday announced the appointment of actor Madhavan (popularly known as Maddy) as the national brand ambassador, adding star power to drive the internet and broadband business.

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CBI raids: Jaitley says 'day of reckoning' has come

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): In the wake of former union minister P. Chidambaram's property being raided by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Finance Minister Arun Jaitley while defending the investigative body has said the 'day of reckoning' is here, adding that all those involved will be accountable.

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Assam: 40 quintal tobacco, 800 kg of Ganja destroyed in Kokrajhar

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:28 IST

Kokrajhar (Assam) [India] May 16 (ANI): On the order of the Supreme Court, the Kokrajhar Police with the permission of the Kokrajhar High Court on Tuesday burnt and destroyed at least 40 quintal tobacco, 800 kg of Ganja, 1,400 bottles of phensedyl and 465 kg of intoxicants in premises of former MLA Pradip Kumar Bramhho.

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Unsafe to deal with unaccounted money: Jaitley

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Lauding the spree of initiatives rolled out by the Income Tax Department (ITD)to ensure tax compliance and diligent filing of income tax returns, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley while launching the website of 'Operation Clean Money' on Tuesday said tax is evasion is unsafe since an element of disproportionality can be easily identified.

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Why blood pressure monitoring at home is beneficial

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Blood pressure monitoring at home is beneficial for people suffering from Cardiac ailments and people who have blood pressure fluctuations.

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India ready to answer back Pak over ceasefire violations: Nirmal Singh

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Expressing optimism, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Tuesday asserted that the government is ready to answer back Pakistan over the ceasefire violations.

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Liam Neeson, Ben Affleck and more team up for 'Red Nose Day'

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): It seems that the entire Hollywood fraternity has turned up to support Bill Gates and Melinda Gates to raise money for their Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

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Kyrgios pull out of Italian Open with hip injury

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:03 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 16 (ANI): Australian controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the ongoing Italian Open due to a hip injury.

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Mamata meets Sonia Gandhi to discuss presidential polls

Updated: May 16, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India] May 16 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday reached 10, Janpath in New Delhi to meet Congress president Sonia Gandhi to discuss the upcoming presidential elections and said a consensus candidate will prove to be beneficial for the nation.

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Claire Foy in negotiations to star in 'The Girl in the Spider's Web'

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:43 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): 'Queen Elizabeth' is all set to become 'The Girl' in the 'Spider's Web'.

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Woakes ready to cash-in IPL experience at Champions Trophy

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:43 IST

England [U.K], May 16 (ANI): Coming off on the back of a successful maiden stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Kolkata Knight Riders, England pacer Chris Woakes has insisted that he is absolutely fit and ready to play a pivotal role for the national side in the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 at home turf.

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Italian Court bans Kirpan

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:43 IST

Rome [Italy], May 16 (ANI): The Supreme Court of Cassation, the highest court in Italy has banned Sikh migrants to carry kirpan (Dagger) in public and ruled that migrants in the western world must conform to the values of the society they have chosen to settle in.

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China's OBOR faces major challenge from ISIS

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Though the two-day "One Belt and One Road" summit has been described as a successful event by Chinese President Xi Jinping, the flagship project faces two very distinct challenges namely 1)overcoming the view that OBO

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IndiGo rebuffs charges of poaching Alliance Air employees

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): IndiGo rebuffed the charges of poaching Alliance Air (Air India) pilots and engineers on Tuesday.

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Putin warns world leaders to stop 'intimidating' North Korea

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

New York [U.S.], May 16 (ANI) : Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned North Korea's latest missile launch, but warned that the world should talk to Pyongyang rather than threaten it.

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Army's 'Exercise Thar Shakti' concludes on a high note

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 16 (ANI): About 20,000 troops along with tanks, ICVs, artillery guns and advanced surveillance sensors took part in a month-long military exercise code named "Exercise Thar Shakti" in Rajasthan. The exercise was conducted by the Indian Army's Chetak Corps.

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BJP doesn't believe in political witch-hunting: Naidu

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], May 16 (ANI): Hitting back at former union minister P. Chidambaram's allegations of the Centre targeting him and his son Karti under the pretence of raids, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) does not believe in political witch-hunting and misusing any organisation.

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Delhi HC raps Centre, Delhi Govt. over vector-borne diseases

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday pulled up the Centre, the Delhi Government and civic agencies for failing to take appropriate steps in regard with combating the spread of vector-borne diseases.

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Jaitley gives fillip to Modi's agenda to make 'New India'

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India] May 16 (ANI): The Ministry of Finance led by Arun Jaitley has been working tirelessly to fulfill the agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of providing a cashless, corruption less clean governance to make New India.

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Alliance Air charges IndiGo with poaching its pilots, engineers

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Alliance Air (Air India) CEO C.S. Subbiah on Tuesday charged IndiGo with poaching its pilots and engineers.

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Destroy terror camps in PoK and Gilgit: Exiled Kashmiris tell Pakistan

Updated: May 16, 2017 18:16 IST

Torino [Italy], May 16 (ANI): Exiled Kashmiri leaders have asked Pakistan to destroy all terror camps existing in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit-Baltistan at an event held in Torino, Italy.

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Don't need Congress' certificate on BJP, PM Modi: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Lashing out at the Congress Party for its comments on the three years of the NDA government, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad defended the Centre and said a 'Congress certificate is not required'.

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President Trump clarifies on Washington Post allegations

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:46 IST

New York [U.S.], May 16 (ANI) : U.S. President Donald Trump took to Twitter on Tuesday to counter the Washington Post's allegations that he (Trump) had shared "highly classified information" with Russian officials.

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Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist sent to 12-day police custody

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): A Hizb-ul-Mujahideen terrorist who was earlier arrested by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) was on Tuesday sent to 12-day police custody.

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Delhi HC rejects plea against India Against Corruption

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Delhi High Court on Tuesday rejected a plea seeking a probe into the accounts of India Against Corruption, an anti-corruption movement spearheaded by Anna Hazare during 2011 and 2012, and rapped the petitioner for not informing the court about filing a similar petition in the name of an NGO run by him.

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CBI summons Narada CEO Samuel for questioning again

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday summoned Narada News Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mathew Samuel for the second time in connection with money laundering sting operation.

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Shenaz Treasurywala to play Pakistani girl in upcoming Hollywood film

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI: Alisha Sahay from 'Ishq Vishq' and Sonia from 'Delhi Belly', Shenaz Treasurywala is all set for her next upcoming Hollywood film 'The Big Sick'.

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UP Assembly passes GST Bill

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:30 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 16 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Tuesday passed the Goods and Services (GST) Bill.

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Delhi HC rejects Dilli Athithi Shikshak Sangh petitions

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court today rejected petitions of the Dilli Athithi Shikshak Sangh, filed on behalf of 17,000 guest teachers for them to regularised against sanctioned available posts.

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National Institute for New Energy and Innovation in Odisha soon

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:26 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 16 (ANI): The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy of Odisha on Tuesday allotted 73.86 acres of land in Bhubaneswar for construction of National Institute for New Energy and Innovation.

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Akshay Kumar, Bhumi Pednekar all set to promote 'Toilet Ek Prem Katha'

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Akshay Kumar, who recently wrapped up shooting for his upcoming movie 'Toilet ek Prem Katha,' is now geared up for the promotions with his co-star Bhumi Pednekar.

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BookMyForex expands operations, ventures into travel insurance

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): BookMyForex, a marketplace for retail foreign exchange and private remittances on Tuesday disclosed its agenda to offer travel insurance plans to ease travelers' experience, catering to a wide range of customers with different demographic profiles, purpose of travel and so on.

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CWC rubbishes reports of rejecting funds for Gujarat's SAUNI project

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Central Water Commission (CWC) on Tuesday issued a clarification on the Gujarat Government's request for funds for the Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation Yojana (SAUNI).

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Just 2 doses of HPV vaccine cuts genital warts, cancer risk in girls

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that only two-doses of a vaccine to children, especially girls, aged nine to 14 can protect them from Genital warts - the most common type of sexually transmitted infection and cancers.

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Kejriwal's true face exposed, claims Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:14 IST

New Delhi [India] May 16 (ANI): Submitting evidences related to scams and money laundering by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), ousted minister Kapil Mishra on Tuesday said that party convener Arvind Kejriwal stands totally exposed.

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DHFL appoints Santosh Nair as Chief Business Officer

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): India's leading housing finance company DHFL on Tuesday announced appointment of Santosh Nair as Chief Business Officer.

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Microsoft to fund UN Human Rights Office's operations

Updated: May 16, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights on Tuesday announced a landmark five-year partnership with Microsoft Corporation, who will be providing a grant of USD 5 million to support the work of the UN Human Rights Office.

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This is how Ranveer reacted after watching 'Baahubali 2'

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' has decimated every competition on the Box Office that has come its way. Even Rajinikanth called it 'India's cinema pride' and the latest actor to join the 'Baahubali 2' fan club is none other than Ranveer Singh.

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Remarkable improvement in North East's security situation: Rajnath

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:44 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 16 (ANI): Committed to unleash the true potential of the North East, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said there has been significant improvement in the security situation of North East over the past years.

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Focused resources may help LGB teens cope up with stress

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI) To deal with the stress of gay, lesbian and bisexual community during adolescence, researchers have suggested that by getting them involved in LGB-focused organisations may help them promote health and reduce

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Volvo, Google partnership to enable Android on next-gen cars

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Swedish luxury car company Volvo Cars on Tuesday announced its partnership with Google to develop the next generation of its award-winning in-car infotainment and connectivity solution based on Android, offering access to a wide array of apps and services.

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India supports united, sovereign Palestine: PM Modi

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India hopes for Palestine and Israel to move towards finding a comprehensive solution to their long-standing conflict.

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If Lalu is innocent he should prove it to IT Dept.: Centre

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Dismissing former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav's claims of allegedly being pressurised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-backed government, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad while defending the Centre said it has no intentions to 'threaten or pressurize anyone'.

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Mercedes-Benz, Daimler Financial Services expands offering; launches innovative extended warranty product - 'Advanced Assurance Programme'

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): The country's largest luxury car manufacturer, Mercedes-Benz in collaboration with Daimler Financial Services India and Reliance General Insurance, today launched a unique extended warranty product - 'Advanced Assurance Programme', aimed towards a hassle free vehicle ownership experience for its discerning customers. Mercedes-Benz customers, who currently avail the extended warranty program up to 4th year of operation, will now be offered an extended warranty up to six years with 'Advanced Approved Programme'.

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Chaos erupts in event to be addressed by Mehbooba Mufti

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:11 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 16 (ANI): Chaos erupted on Tuesday in an event where Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti was to address a gathering.

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Chidambaram has no choice but cooperate with CBI: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: May 16, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Retaliating against former Union Minister P. Chidambaram's allegations of the Centre targeting him and his son Karti under the pretence of raids, Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday, while defending the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said, 'nothing else can be expected from him'.

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'Nervous' BJP using govt. machinery to defame Lalu and family: RJD

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Following the Income Tax raid on companies and people associated with Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Tuesday said that it was out of nervousness that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led NDA Government was attacking the former Bihar chief minister and trying to defame his family.

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`Go pagal' with crazy Sarabhai family, yet again!

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): It's back with a bang!

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Congress helpless before PM Modi's growing popularity: BJP

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday downplayed the allegations made by Congress and said that the grand old party is raising non issues which the people of the nation will not accept.

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Congress stands firm with Rahul Gandhi, says 'proud of his leadership'

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Congress on Tuesday hailed its vice-president Rahul Gandhi, saying they are very proud of him and with his leadership.

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Kiwis thrash Indian eves 8-2 in second Hockey Test

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:27 IST

Pukekohe [New Zealand], May 16 (ANI): The New Zealand women's hockey team showcased a spectacular performance as they overpowered India with an impressive 8-2 win in the second Test of the five-match series here on Tuesday.

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Unfazed by IT raids, Lalu says 'there are millions of Lalu's in Bihar'

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:27 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 16 (ANI): Slamming the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following Income Tax raids at 22 locations in Delhi, Gurugram on companies and people associated with him, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav asserted that he is not afraid of the onslaught against him.

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Ben Kingsley to star in movie adaptation of 'Intrigo'

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:27 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Hollywood legend Ben Kingsley has been signed on to star in an adaptation of the book trilogy 'Intrigo'.

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'Wonder Woman Day' to be celebrated on June 3

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:22 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): June is now officially 'Wonder Woman' month.

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Toxics Link appeals to Govt. for a mercury-free healthcare system in India

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): Toxics Link, an environmental research and advocacy organization engaged in disseminating information and helping strengthen campaigns against toxic pollution, has appealed to the government to issue a

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Qbera expands operations to NCR and Chennai

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Fintech start-up offering quick and hassle-free personal loans Qbera has announced its expansion in New Delhi and Chennai to offer easy and convenient applications for unsecured loans, providing instant approval and disbursing loans in as little as 24 hours.

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'Raids don't happen overnight', Centre swats away Congress' allegations

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Hitting back at the Congress' allegations that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government is responsible for the CBI raids, the Centre on Tuesday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is just focused on the developmental work in the country and doesn't interfere in the law.

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Fynd raises USD 500k from Silicon Valley-based Rocketship

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Fashion e-commerce portal Fynd on Tuesday announced raising of USD 500k from Silicon Valley-based Rocketship with an extension of the Series A funding round wherein the fashion e-commerce portal had raised USD 500k from Venture Catalysts in March.

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Top 10 quotes: Cong's all out attack on Centre over 3-year gala

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Indian National Congress on Tuesday came out guns blazing on the Centre over the upcoming celebrations of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government completing three years in power.

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PIA dismisses reports of detention of crew members at Heathrow Airport

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:05 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has dismissed reports about its crew members being detained at the Heathrow Airport, saying they had finished their duty hours after flying from Islamabad to London and stayed back in the country.

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DJUBO to conquer South Asian Hotel tech market

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Cloud based 360 Hotels Sales Platform DJUBO on Tuesday announced its entering into the South Asian hotel tech market after announcing its partnerships with Traveloka and Pegi Pegi.

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Katrina's 1st Insta-post with her 'Tiger' Salman

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Katrina Kaif, who has been keeping her fans updated about her life on Instagram, has finally given us a glimpse of her bond with an important person of her life; 'Tiger' Saman Khan.

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Difficult to fill void left by Misbah, Younis: Latif

Updated: May 16, 2017 15:01 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): As Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan bid adieu to international cricket following a successful Test series against West Indies, former Pakistan skipper Rashid Latif has admitted that it would be extremely difficult for the country's cricket board to fill in the huge void left by the two retiring greats.

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Presidential Polls: Mamata Banerjee to meet Sonia Gandhi

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will today meet Congress president Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi.

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Teen saal desh behal, yahi hai BJP ka kamal: Congress

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): With the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) planning to commemorate completion of three years its government in a massive way, the Congress on Tuesday tore into the saffron party and accused it of betraying the people of nation on all fronts.

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Centre rubbishes Chidambaram's allegations, says CBI only doing its duty

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:48 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 16 (ANI): Downplaying former finance minister P. Chidambaram's allegations of being silenced through the Central Bureau of Investigation, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said the probe agency is only doing its duty of targeting black money and corruption.

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After Karti, CBI raids jailed Peter Mukerjea's residence

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:46 IST

Mumbai [India], May 16 (ANI): Following the spree of raids being conducted at the various residences of former finance minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti, the CBI has now raided the house of former director of INX Media Peter Mukerjea.

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Sambhal: Barber community takes on 'casteism' menace within village

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:44 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 16 (ANI): Fatepur village barbers in Sambhal have chosen their own authentic way to counter inter-caste conflicts in their village by refusing to tend to their customers for the past two months.

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Researchers develop world's first 100% biodegradable sanitary pads

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): For feminine hygiene and easy availability of sanitary pads, a team of researchers has developed world's first 100-percent biodegradable, maxi pads that uses a processed form of algae as a super-absorbent ingredient.

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Improve your behaviour or face suspension: PCB warns Umar, Junaid

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:35 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a warning to middle-order batsman Umar Akmal and left-arm pacer Junaid Khan to improve their conduct if they want to avoid suspension which could vary from four to six weeks.

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Pietersen lambasts at ECB's 'pathetic' decision to pull Stokes from IPL playoffs

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:28 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 16 (ANI): Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen has lambasted at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for calling back all-rounder Ben Stokes from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Venkaiah Naidu holds review meeting in Jharkhand

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:21 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], May 16 (ANI): Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday reviewed the implementation of various initiatives of his ministry in the state here.

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About time Nitish severs ties with 'tainted' Lalu: Sushil Modi

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 16 (ANI): Following the Income Tax raid on companies and people associated with RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suggested Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to severe ties with the former, saying that good governance was impossible in such a collaboration.

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Amid raids, CBI takes Karti Chidambaram for questioning

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:12 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 16 (ANI): Maintaining the same stand as his father, former finance minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti on Tuesday alleged the Centre of manufacturing raids to silence his voice.

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Blake Lively all set to star in action-drama 'Bruised'

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:12 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Blake Lively is going to be an MMA Fighter!

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Bronchial Asthma: Diagnosis, Management and Treatment

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Bronchial asthma is a chronic disease of the airways, characterized by intermittent airway narrowing which is completely reversible either spontaneously or with medications.

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Alibaba signs MoU to support e-Commerce development in Pakistan

Updated: May 16, 2017 14:12 IST

Hangzhou [China], May 16 (ANI): The world's largest online and mobile commerce company Alibaba has signed a memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to support e-Commerce development in the country.

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Zac Efron to play serial killer 'Ted Bundy' in new movie

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): The life of one of the world's most notorious killers, Ted Bundy is all set to hit the big screens.

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Balanced vegan diet cuts heart disease, cancer risk

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Dear parents, you may have to include beans, chickpeas, lentils, soya mince, fortified soya yoghurt in your kid's regular diet, as according to experts eating a balanced vegan diet lowers risk of blood pressure heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

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BET Awards: Beyonce, Bruno Mars lead the nominations

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:51 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Beyonce Knowles is the leading nominee for the 2017 BET Awards with total of seven nominations.

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Manmohan Govt. was a 'cash and carry' regime: BJP

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:51 IST

New Delhi/ Bengaluru [India], May 16 (ANI): Dubbing the previous UPA government as 'cash and carry government', Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday sought a 'satisfactory' response from the Congress Party over the raids that have been conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at former finance minister P. Chidambaram and his son Karti's various residences.

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TN: Officials grapple with alternates as transport strike continues

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:39 IST

Tamil Nadu [India], May 16 (ANI): Most buses continue to stay off roads as the transport strike in Tamil Nadu continues for the second day.

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BCCI congratulates Indian eves for 'record-breaking spree'

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has congratulated the Indian women's cricket team for their 'record-breaking spree' in the ongoing Quadrangular Series in South Africa, which included the outstanding performance of openers Deepti Sharma and Punam Raut against Ireland on Sunday.

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New Orson Welles documentary in works at Netflix

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:34 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Orson Welles fans, Rejoice! A new documentary on the life of Orson Welles is heading to Netflix.

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Rajinikanth's entry in politics would change Tamil Nadu: BJP

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:34 IST

New Delhi/Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 16 (ANI): A day after Tamil superstar Rajinikanth said that he might entertain the possibility of joining politics, parties have welcomed his statement saying it would change the equation of the state.

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Anupriya Patel disappointed over UP Assembly ruckus

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) Health Anupriya Patel on Tuesday expressed annoyance over the ruckus at the first session of Uttar Pradesh's 16th Vidhan Sabha, saying that people can reach to a solution through discussions in the Assembly instead of discarding the house.

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Oil exploration underway in Manipur

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:21 IST

Manipur, [India], May 16, (ANI): Oil India Limited, has commenced a survey to check for the presence of hydrocarbons in Manipur.

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Setback for Delhi Police, Najeeb Ahmed case transferred to CBI

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday transferred the case of missing Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Najeeb Ahmed to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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Batla encounter case: Court discharges caretaker accused of harboring 'terrorists'

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The Saket Court on Tuesday discharged the caretaker of the Batla House, where two suspected militants were killed in an encounter in 2008.

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SRK to report against Anushka for stalking?

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): What? Will Shah Rukh Khan really report against Anushka Sharma for stalking him and his whereabouts?

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Rajnath Singh chairs high level meeting to review situation in North Eastern states

Updated: May 16, 2017 13:10 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 16 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday reviewed the prevailing law and order situation in the north-eastern states.

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Triple Talaq: AIMPLB urges SC not to interfere in one's faith

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): After asserting that Triple Talaq cannot be branded as unconstitutional, All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) counsel Kapil Sibal on Tuesday said the Supreme Court should be hearing the matter in the first place.

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INX Media scam: FIR against Karti Chidambaram, Indrani Mukerjea

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 16 (ANI): An FIR has been lodged against former Union minister P. Chidambaram's son Karti, Indrani Mukherjea, unknown officers of FIPB Unit of Ministry of Finance and others over alleged financial misappropriation over Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) clearance to Peter and Indrani's media company INX Media in 2008.

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Lalu-IT raids: Law taking its course must be welcomed, says Manjhi

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

Patna (Bihar)[India], May 16 (ANI): Former Bihar chief minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) supremo Jitan Ram Manjhi on Tuesday approved the raids conducted by Income Tax department in Delhi and Gurgaon in connection with benami land deals linked to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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Smile Foundation, Wilde Ganzen launch e-learning platform for Grassroots NGOs & CBOs

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Smile Foundation on Tuesday announced its partnership with the Dutch development organization, Wilde Ganzen, to launch the international capacity building initiative Change the Game Academy (CTG Academy) in India.

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CBI raids: BJP trying to tarnish Chidambaram's reputation, says Congress

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 16 (ANI): Branding P. Chidambaram as an 'emerging leader', the Congress on Tuesday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to tarnish the former union minister's reputation because he is voicing against the Narendra Modi-led Government.

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'Beti Bachao Apni Apni' should be India's new slogan: Kiran Bedi

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): With the gruesome Rohtak gangrape still sending chills down the spine of the nation, Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Kiran Bedi on Tuesday urged parents across the nation to keep an eye on their boys

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How is 1400-year-old 'Triple Talaq' unconstitutional: AIMPLB asks SC

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): With the hearings in Triple Talaq entering the fourth day today, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) counsel Kapil Sibal asked the Supreme Court how a 1400-year-old practice be branded 'unconstitutional'.

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Deepti, Poonam record a great achievement for Indian cricket: Shanta Rangaswamy

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Former chairperson of the BCCI women's selection panel Shanta Rangaswamy has lauded the record breaking opening partnership of India women openers Deepti Sharma and Poonam Raut, saying it is a great achievement for Indian cricket and couldn't have come at a better time.

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CPEC, OBOR is China's land and market grabbing policy: PoK leaders

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:49 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 16 (ANI):Kashmiri leaders living in exile in London have described China's ambitious Belt and Road (OBOR ) initiative of which the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is the mainstay, as nothing more than a modern day land and market grabbing initiative.

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What are the myths surrounding asthma?

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Though facts about bronchial asthma are not unknown, myths are also associated to it.

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2017 K-Startup grand challenge kick-starts its second innings in India

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): NIPA's (National IT Industry Promotion Agency) initiative 'K-Startup Grand Challenge', a project conducted and financed by the Government of the Republic of Korea is all set to open its gates once again in India.

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CBI-Chidambaram raid: Tyrannical BJP has 'revenge' in its DNA, says Congress

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Accusing the 'autocratic' Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government to be blinded by revenge, the Congress Tuesday asserted that such false cases would not deter the party and that it would continue to fight for the people of India.

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PeeCee's 'Quantico' renewed for short season three

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:15 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra starrer 'Quantico' has been renewed for a short season three by ABC.

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Security beefs up at Cannes as Aishwarya, Sonam, Deepika get set to walk in

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:06 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 16 (ANI): Every year, the nation waits to witness the Bollywood beauties, walking the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival.

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Goods transporters' strike leaves Karachi paralysed

Updated: May 16, 2017 12:06 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): A goods transporters' strike has paralysed the supply of goods to Karachi for the last eight days.

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Deposed cleric to hold conference on 2007 Lal Masjid operation

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:56 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): Another controversy is set to surface with deposed cleric of the Lal Masjid, Maulana Abdul Aziz, announcing that he will preside over a conference to mark the 10th anniversary of the army-cum-paramilitary operation on the mosque-seminary.

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China, Pak plan to upgrade vital railway link

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:56 IST

Beijing [China], May 16 (ANI): China and Pakistan have agreed to jointly modernize 1,600-kilometer vital railway link connecting southern and northern Pakistan as part of a move to push forward construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Root has `more flair` than Cook, says Warne

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:44 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 16 (ANI): Legendary Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne believes England's new Test skipper Joe Root has "more flair" as compared to his predecessor Alastair Cook and thus would bring more attacking intent to the team.

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Zendesk recognized in 'Leaders Quadrant' for Customer Engagement Center Report

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-NewsVoir): Zendesk, Inc. was positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the "Leaders" quadrant in their May 8, 2017 Magic Quadrant for the CRM Customer Engagement Center report.

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Mswipe, PayU tie-up for digital payments in India

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Mswipe on Tuesday announced its partnership with India's leading internet payment service provider PayU to enable digital payments, expansion of workforce and network across 550+ cities.

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What exactly are you celebrating: Rahul questions Modi Govt's 'three year' festivities

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Mocking the grand celebrations planned by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) marking its third anniversary, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday slammed the merrymaking at a time when the condition of the country is only deteriorating.

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Pak says Afghanistan has offered third-party verification of terror attacks

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): The Pakistan Government has informed the country's Senate that it has received an offer from Afghanistan for third-party verification to confirm that its soil was not being used to launch terror attacks inside Pakistan.

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US Govt SBA honored Prabhu Patil as the entrepreneurial success of the year

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): PrabhuPatil, President and CEO of PROLIM, has been honored with the "2017 Entrepreneurial Success of the Year Award" by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Dallas, Texas, in recognition of his achievements and role in driving the nation's economy.

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Chidambaram's illegal clearances helped Karti, says 'happy' Swamy post CBI raid

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Expressing contentment over the raids conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at former finance minister P. Chidambaram and his son Karti's various residences, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy has said that now the nation will know that the grand old party is the most corrupt party in the history of the world.

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CBI-Chidambaram raids: Worst kind of political vendetta, says livid Congress

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): With the CBI raids underway at former finance minister P. Chidambaram and his son Karti's various residences, the Congress has asserted this is political vendetta of the worst kind.

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Palestine President accorded reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 16 (ANI): Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas, who arrived in India on a four-day visit, was given a ceremonial reception in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhawan ahead of his delegation level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday.

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PIA crew detained, let off after thorough search of aircraft at Heathrow

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 16 (ANI): Fourteen crew members of a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight were detained at London's Heathrow Airport and later let off after the aircraft was thoroughly searched for over two hours post-landing.

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Benami land deals: Lalu under IT scanner, raids underway

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Raids conducted by the Income Tax department are underway at the 22 locations in Delhi, Gurugram on companies and people associated with former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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Global Youth Leader Igniting India

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Today's global population of almost 1.8 billion young people is the largest ever, according to the UN Population Fund. This number seems to harbor sizable potential for tackling the world's many problems, but not if you believe the news media.

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Now, have a Shubh Yatra with Ranbir Kapoor!

Updated: May 16, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): From reel to real, Ranbir Kapoor has always been a travel enthusiast.

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Left trying to curb BJP support in Kerala: Amit Shah

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:57 IST

Kochi (Kerala), May 16 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Amit Shah on Tuesday strongly criticised the Kerala Government over the rampant political killings in the state especially those of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) workers.

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Two suspected militant dens cordoned off in Bangladesh

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:57 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh), May 16 (ANI): The Rapid Action Battalion paramilitary force of Bangladesh has reported cordoned off two suspected militant hideouts.

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Inzamam assures fans; says replacements of Misbah, Younis will emerge

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:42 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq has assured the country's cricket fans that replacements of both Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan will emerge in the future.

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Hrithik's HRX video among best ads on Youtube!

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Hrithik Roshan has got a reason to celebrate!

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New Zealand pick 16-year-old spinner for ICC Women's World Cup

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:31 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], May 16 (ANI): New Zealand have picked 16-year-old leg-spinner Amelia Kerr in their 15-member squad for the forthcoming ICC Women's World Cup, which starts in England from June 24.

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CBI raids: Chidambaram loyalist Ramaswamy asserts BJP 'conspiracy'

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:11 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 16 (ANI): Asserting that former union minister P. Chidambaram is being falsely targeted, Tamil Nadu Assembly Legislative leader K.R. Ramaswamy on Tuesday accused the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of being responsible for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raid at the former's residence.

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SRK celebrates 10 years of KKR with AbRam

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan and his tiny tot AbRam has once again set a father-son goal with their recent aww-dorable appearance.

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ASEAN sees huge business potential in China's B and R initiative

Updated: May 16, 2017 10:10 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 16 (ANI): ASEAN countries should use China's Belt and Road initiative to develop their business ties to an enhanced level, said one of its key officials.

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Ransomware WannaCry to attack Indian banking system soon: Cyber expert

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:58 IST

Bengaluru (Kolkata) [India], May 16, (ANI): Despite downplay of rasomware WannaCry's impact by the Centre; IT experts have cautioned users that the number of effected organizations is expectedly to rise rapidly.

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Chennai: Chidambaram tears into Centre over CBI raids

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:58 IST

Chennai [India], May. 16 (ANI): With the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raiding the Chidambaram residence here today in connection with the FIPB approval in several cases, the senior Congress leader and former union minister lashed out at the Centre, accusing it of using national agencies to target his son.

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China seeks more cooperation with UN

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:45 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 16 (ANI): China is keen to have greater cooperation with the United Nations to ensure world peace, stability, prosperity and cooperation.

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UP reels under heat wave, Banda records 47 degree Celsius

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:45 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 16 (ANI): Sapping the life out of the people of the state, the temperature at many places in the state has crossed the mark of 44 degree Celsius in Uttar Pradesh.

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Return to path of denuclearization: UN to N. Korea

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:38 IST

United Nations, May 16 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged North Korea to return to the path of denuclearization, saying that its latest ballistic missile launch is a threat to regional peace and security.

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Odisha: 'Orange alert' issued as heat wave intensifies

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:33 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 16 (ANI): Predicting further intensification of heat wave conditions in the state, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMT) on Tuesday issued orange alert, a warning for severe heat wave, across Odisha for next few days.

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'Sensitive' India needs to look beyond rifts with China: State-run media

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:33 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 16 (ANI):India and China will continue to have many divergences and the onus for managing this will lie with New Delhi if it continues to view itself as a big and emerging politico-economic power vis-a-viz Beijing, claims an editorial in the state-run Global Times.

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Mumbai Indians to take on Pune Supergiant in Qualifier 1

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:21 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 16 (ANI): Mumbai Indians, who topped the points table in this edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), will today take on Rising Pune Supergiant in what could be expected as a high-voltage Qualifier 1 here at the Wankhede Stadium.

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Chinese well aware of corruption in CPEC: Zardari

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:21 IST

Peshawar [Pakistan], May 16 (ANI): Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) co-chairman and former president Asif Ali Zardari has said China is well aware of the level of corruption in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects.

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Kapil Mishra to move CBI today against Kejriwal

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): After threatening to drag Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to Tihar Jail, sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra will on Tuesday approach the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to submit evidences of corruption against the former.

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Chennai: CBI raid at Chidambaram's residence

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:03 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 16 (ANI): Officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raided the residence of former union minister P. Chidambaram and his son Karti in Chennai on Tuesday morning.

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Champions Chelsea celebrate with thrilling win over Watford

Updated: May 16, 2017 09:03 IST

London [UK], May 16 (ANI): Chelsea celebrated their Premier League title triumph with an emphatic yet hard-earned 4-3 win over Watford in a thrilling encounter at the Stamford Bridge on Monday night.

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Haryana: Five killed as car collides with tractor in Rewari

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:53 IST

Rewari (Haryana), May 16 (ANI): Atleast five persons were killed and four others were injured in a collision between a car and a tractor near Rewari in Haryana.

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KJo celebrates success of 'Baahubali 2' with friends

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Soon after SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' crossed the domestic lifetime collection of Aamir Khan's 'Dangal', elated directed Karan Johar yesterday celebrated the success of 'Baahubali 2' with friends.

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Surat: Two held with fake currency worth Rs 72,000

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:37 IST

Surat (Gujarat), May 16 (ANI): The state Police arrested two people and seized counterfeit currency worth Rs 72,000 in Surat, yesterday.

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IPL betting menace: Four held in Sambhal, Rs 1.17 lakh seized

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:29 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh), May 16 (ANI): The Chandausi police in Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh busted an Indian Premier League (IPL) betting racket with the arrest of four persons and seized 1.17 lakh cash from them.

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North Korea behind 'WannaCry' global cyber attack : Security firms

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:29 IST

London [U.K.], May 16, (ANI): Kaspersky and Symantec, two top security firms have confirmed the connection between the ransomware WannaCry and North Korean cybergang Lazarus Group which is known to have government ties.

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Roger Federer will not play 2017 French Open

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:01 IST

New York [U.S.], May. 16 (ANI): It is official. Roger Federer has confirmed that he will not be playing in this year's French Open.

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Harish Salve charged Re. 1 to fight Jadhav's case at ICJ: Swaraj

Updated: May 16, 2017 08:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Former solicitor general of India Harish Salve, who fought India's case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Pakistan's decision of awarding death penalty to alleged India spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, has charged only Rupee one as his fee.

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Many parents underestimate drowning risks

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): As kids get ready to splash around in pools this summer, some parents may underestimate drowning risks, suggests a new national poll.

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Respiratory infection can break your heart

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): The risk of having a heart attack is 17 times higher in the seven days following a respiratory infection, according to a recent study.

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White House denies claim Trump revealed classified info to Russia

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): After a report emerged that U.S. President Donald Trump revealed some classified information about ISIS to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a recent meeting, White House officials denounced the accusations.

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Turns out, 'drunk you' not that different from 'sober you'

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): Your personality may change when you drink, but less than you think, according to a recent study.

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Hillary announces new political action group, Onward Together

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Donald Trump's rival in last presidential election, Hillary Clinton took to Twitter to announce a new political action group, Onward Together, which she said "came up after much reflection."

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Turkish Prez arrives in Washington to meet Trump

Updated: May 16, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 17 (ANI): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reached Washington D.C on Monday to meet his American counterpart, Donald Trump.

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Haryana girls fearing harassment sit on hunger strike for school upgradation

Updated: May 16, 2017 06:46 IST

Rewari (Haryana) [India], May 16, (ANI): Fearing harassment, a group of female students of a government high school in Haryana's Rewari have been sitting on a hunger strike for five consecutive days, demanding upgradation of their school.

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New drops can make painful eye jabs history for AMD sufferers

Updated: May 16, 2017 06:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): A type of eye drop to control age-related blindness has been developed by a team of researchers.

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Sexual violence against college women with disabilities examined

Updated: May 16, 2017 06:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): Patterns of sexual violence and intimate partner violence aimed at female college students with a mental health-related or behavioural disability and the health effects of this abuse are presented in a new study.

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Trump revealed ISIS related classified info to Russian Foreign Minister

Updated: May 16, 2017 06:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump revealed highly classified information about the Islamic State to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during the meeting in the White House, according to some U.S. officials.

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Efforts to save Jadhav from Pak's hands will be successful: Centre

Updated: May 16, 2017 06:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): The Centre on Tuesday expressed confidence about getting 'postive response' from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav case while saying that Pakistan will soon be exposed.

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China may back new UN sanctions against North Korea: Analysts

Updated: May 16, 2017 05:58 IST

Beijing [China], May 16 (ANI): In a historical shift in foreign policy, China might support a new round of sanctions by the United Nations (UN) against North Korea after its recent missile test, according to observers.

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Skin cancer on the rise

Updated: May 16, 2017 05:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): According to a team of researchers, new diagnoses for two types of skin cancer have increased in the recent years.

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When it comes to problem boozing, where you live matters

Updated: May 16, 2017 05:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): Your neighbourhood may impact how much you drink, according to a recent study.

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New U.S. policy to ban aid for overseas abortion providers

Updated: May 16, 2017 05:30 IST

New York [USA], May 16 (ANI): President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly planning to expand its 'Mexico City' policy that bans U.S. funding for overseas abortions.

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New gene find paves way for Lou Gehrig's disease cure

Updated: May 16, 2017 05:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): A team of researchers has identified a new gene in Lou Gehrig's disease, opening the door to potential treatment targets.

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New blood test predicts prostate cancer risk better than PSA

Updated: May 16, 2017 04:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): A team of researchers has demonstrated that a new blood test, known as IsoPSA, detects prostate cancer more precisely than current tests in two crucial measures - distinguishing cancer from benign conditions and identifying patients with high-risk disease.

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Angelina Jolie enjoys Mother's Day dinner with son Pax

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): Angelina Jolie, who is celebrating her first Mother's Day since her divorce from Brad Pitt last year, spent some quality time with one of her six children - Pax.

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New Jersey: 2 killed in Teterboro Airport crash

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:44 IST

New York [USA], May 16 (ANI): A pilot and co-pilot were killed in a Learjet crash Monday afternoon near Teterboro Airport in New Jersey.

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SC will protect women's right: Cong on triple talaq

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): A day after the Centre said that it would introduce a 'law' to regulate marriage and divorce among Muslims if the Supreme Court scrapped triple talaq, the Congress refrained from commenting over the 'sensitive issue' while expressing confidence over apex court's 'ultimate' decision.

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State of emergency in Yemen's capital as cholera kills 180

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:33 IST

Sanaa [Yemen], May 16 (ANI): Yemen has declared a state of emergency in its capital city of Sana'a as a massive cholera outbreak killed more than hundred people in the recent weeks.

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Pakistanis condemn ceasefire violation, call for brotherhood

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): Pakistani passengers of the Cross-LoC Poonch Rawlakote bus service have condemned the cross-border firing along the LoC in Poonch and Rajouri.

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US accuses Syria of mass killings in Sednaya military prison

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): The United States has accused the Bashar al-Assad regime of carrying out mass killings of prisoners on a daily basis and then burning their bodies in a large crematorium inside its Sednaya military prison outside Damascus, Syria.

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Here's why Gigi Hadid doesn't want any more friends

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): When it comes to her famous girl squad, Gigi Hadid is quite at ease with the members.

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Gwyneth Paltrow reunites with ex Chris for daughter Apple's b'day

Updated: May 16, 2017 03:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): The friendly exes Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, who famously coined the phrase 'conscious uncoupling,' recently enjoyed a day out to mark their daughter Apple Martin's 13th birthday and Mother's Day.

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Delhi HC to hear dengue, chikungunya menace matter

Updated: May 16, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): The Delhi High Court will today hear the matter of dengue and chikungunya outbreak in the national capital.

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Triple talaq case: SC to continue hearing today

Updated: May 16, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the triple talaq matter.

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Petrol price slashed by Rs 2.16 per litre, diesel by Rs 2.10

Updated: May 16, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16, (ANI): Petrol price was slashed by Rs 2.16 per litre and diesel by Rs 2.10 per litre, effective from Monday midnight.

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'Life of Kylie' trailer gives a sneak peek into Kylie Jenner's world

Updated: May 16, 2017 01:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Those waiting for Kylie Jenner's docu-series, 'Life of Kylie,' the trailer is here to let you into her private world like never before.

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Kylie Jenner's new docu-series will let Kardashians keep up with her

Updated: May 16, 2017 00:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 16 (ANI): Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian have spilled the beans on how they really feel about their sister Kylie Jenner's new docu-series, 'Life of Kylie.'

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Pak cooperating with China on CPEC

Updated: May 15, 2017 23:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday said Pakistan is closely cooperating with China to realize its national development plans under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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National Herald Case: Swamy withdraws name of B.S. Hooda as witness

Updated: May 15, 2017 23:20 IST

New Delhi [India] may 15 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday withdrew his application which sought to add name of former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and three bureaucrats as witnesses in the National Herald Case.

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Illegal mining case: SIT arrests Karnataka Principal Secy

Updated: May 15, 2017 23:20 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] may 15 (ANI): Principal Secretary of Karnataka Revenue Department was on Monday arrested in the illegal mining case.

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J-K: Evacuated Nowshera residents complain of unavailability of basic amenities

Updated: May 15, 2017 23:03 IST

Nowshera, (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): The evacuated villagers in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region on Monday complained of the unavailability of basic amenities at the government's make-shift tent camps, where approximately 2,500 people have been relocated after the area came under mortar shelling from across the border.

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Chargesheet against man for demanding ransom from Najeeb Ahmed's family

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:56 IST

New Delhi [India] May 15 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Monday filed a chargesheet against the man arrested for allegedly demanding ransom from the family of missing Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Najeeb Ahmed.

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Naseemuddin Siddiqui meets UP CM, demands Z plus security

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:50 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): Ousted Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday and demanded Z plus security from the government after getting alleged threat calls.

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J-K Governor reviews security arrangements for Amarnath Yatra

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:41 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N Vohra, who is also the chairman of Amarnathji Shrine Board, chaired a high-level meeting at Raj Bhavan here today to review each of the important security related issues in regard to the Amarnathji Yatra which is scheduled to commence on June 29.

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ICJ judgment may prove fruitful for India: Defence Expert

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:41 IST

Jammu/Chandigarh [India] May 15 (ANI): Expressing confidence in India after Pakistan on Monday presented its arguments before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the death sentence awarded to former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav by the Pakistani military court, defence expert Captain Anil Gaur said that today's argument has been very fruitful for India.

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Pak, China ink MoU to make Gwadar a world class city port

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:17 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan and China have signed various agreements and Memorandum of Agreements (MoU) to create special economic zones in Gwadar and make it a world class city port.

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French President Macron names new PM

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:11 IST

Paris [France], May 15 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday named centre-right Les Republicains party Édouard Philipp as the country's new Prime Minister.

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'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' to show the romantic Master Blaster

Updated: May 15, 2017 22:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Yes you heard it right!

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Telangana: Notorious cheater arrested, gold seized

Updated: May 15, 2017 21:22 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 15 (ANI): The Meerpet Police on Monday busted a cheating Scam and held one person in this regard.

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DAC discusses strategic partnership issue

Updated: May 15, 2017 21:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Monday discussed the strategic partnership issue.

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Button hints at full-time return to Formula 1

Updated: May 15, 2017 21:08 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 15 (ANI): Jenson Button, who is all set to take part in the Monaco Grand Prix in what he described as a one-off comeback race with McLaren-Honda, has hinted that he could make a full-time return to Formula One grid next season.

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Saddam Hussain arrested for impersonating Osama bin Laden!

Updated: May 15, 2017 21:08 IST

Bhilwara (Rajasthan) [India] May 15 (ANI): A man is now behind the bars who tried to make an Aadhaar card in the name of dreaded dead terrorist Osama bin Laden.

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Debate, Dissension and Decision are essential in Parliamentary system of democracy: President

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:58 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 15 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday said the three Ds - Debate, Dissension and Decision are essential in a Parliamentary system of democracy.

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BJP MLA arrives at UP Assembly in bullock cart

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:55 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 15 (ANI): On the opening day of the 17th Uttar Pradesh Assembly session on Monday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Jawahar L. Rajpoot arrived in a bullock cart.

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J-K: Militant hideout busted, arms recovered

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:42 IST

Kishtwar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): A militant hideout was on Monday busted by the army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police in Kishtwar district's Nagseni Tehsil area.

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India stands firmly with Jadhav: Congress

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 15 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing the case of former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, the Congress Party on Monday said India stands strongly with the former.

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Farmer, consumer interests high on agenda, asserts Paswan

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 15 (ANI): Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ram Vilas Paswan on Monday presented his ministry's report card for last three years and asserted that the interests of farmers and consumers have been high on the agenda of Narendra Modi led Union Government.

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Windies coach Stuart Law penalised for showing dissent

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:24 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 15 (ANI): West Indies coach Stuart Law has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during his team's 101-run defeat in the third and the final Test against Pakistan in Dominica.

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India using ICJ as 'stage for political theatre': Pak

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:24 IST

The Hague [Netherlands], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan on Monday told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that India is using the court as a stage for political theatre, adding that solid evidences were provided regarding alleged spy Kulbhushan Jadhav's 'activities'.

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BookMyTime is now MyCarAndBike

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI-BusinesWire India): Bangalore-based BookMyTime on Monday announced that the company has rebranded and will begin operating under a new trade name and will be known as MyCarAndBike- www.mycarandbike.com effective immediately.

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Chhattisgarh: CRPF head constable commits suicide, probe underway

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:14 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 15 (ANI): In yet another incident, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) head constable allegedly committed suicide in Sukma's Dornapal on Monday.

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Lucknow: UP MLAs caught enjoying nap during GST meeting

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:14 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): Several Uttar Pradesh MLAs were on Monday caught sleeping during the Goods and Services Tax (GST) meeting in Lucknow's Lok Bhawan.

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Australia may 'not have a team for Ashes', warns Warner

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:04 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 15 (ANI): This summer's Ashes series could see Australia without their top players after vice-captain David Warner declared that the team are prepared to forego the same and turn to domestic Twenty20 tournaments to make up financial losses if pushed out of contract after June 30 - when Cricket Australia has threatened to stop payments.

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This is how Deepika made her cousin's wedding special!

Updated: May 15, 2017 20:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Deepika Padukone, who has been in news for coming in the top five most searched outfits at the Met Gala event, recently took time off from her schedule to spend some quality family moment.

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'Misbah bedrock of Pakistan cricket; Younis a class above rest'

Updated: May 15, 2017 19:47 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 15 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has congratulated Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan who both bid adieu to international cricket following Pakistan's historic Test series win in the West Indies.

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Iconic media personality I. Ramamohan Rao cremated in Delhi

Updated: May 15, 2017 19:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The cremation of Mr. I. Ramamohan Rao, who passed away on Saturday after a brief illness, was held at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi on Monday afternoon.

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Centre says no serious impact in India due to ransomware

Updated: May 15, 2017 19:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The Centre on Monday assured that India is not a victim of the ransomware attack, adding that the government is keeping a very close watch to ensure that these attacks can be addressed in an effective manner.

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Coming Soon! Get scent-sational with Ranveer Singh

Updated: May 15, 2017 19:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): All the fans out there, you may very soon be 'fragrance-zoned' by the Bajirao of Bollywood Ranveer Singh!

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CBI registers case against DRDO's Lt. Col. in land scam

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against Lieutenant Colonel M. G. Thimmaya (DRDO) and a builder named Rustom jee in an alleged land scam worth approximately Rs. 500 crore.

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India's legal fight will continue against Pak: Ujjwal Nikam

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:38 IST

Mumbai/New Delhi [India] May 15 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing the case of former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death by Pakistan on charges of being a spy, noted public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Monday said India will continue to battle the legal fight against Pakistan.

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Jaipur witnesses glitz-n-glamour with Design Carnival, 2nd edition

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Pink City recently celebrated fashion, art and culture, with the second edition of Design Carnival.

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HUDCO shares to feature on BSE starting May 19

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Shares of the government-owned Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) are set to go live on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) starting May 19.

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Kutchina launches exclusive outlet in Bangalore

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI-NewsVoir): Kutchina, India's first holistic kitchen solutions brand on Monday launched their first exclusive outlet in Bangalore. Namit Bajoria, Director, Kutchina, addressed the media on the occasion and shared the brand's achievements, growth and expansion plans for the city and region. The occasion was graced by the presence of renowned actress of the Kannada film industry Sharmeila Mandre.

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AG summoned on PIL against Adityanath, Keshav Prasad Maurya

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Monday summoned Attorney General (AG) on May 24 on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya for holding their posts while being MPs.

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'Dangal' and 'Chillar Party' team reunite for a movie!

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): After directing the biggest hit of all time in Bollywood 'Dangal,' Nitesh Tiwari has finally found his next project.

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Telangana stands number one in number of digital transactions: KTR

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:04 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 15 (ANI): Urban Development and Information Technology minister of Telangana K.T. Rama Rao on Monday said Telangana stands number one in the country in the number of digital transactions.

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Bangladesh SC upholds life term for Jamaat-e-Islami leader over war crimes

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:04 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 15 (ANI): Bangladesh's Supreme Court on Monday upheld a life sentence for Jamaat-e-Islami leader Delwar Hossain Sayeedi for crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War and siding with Pakistan.

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7th Sub Junior National Hockey C'ship: Chandigarh beat Patiala 4-1

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:04 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 15 (ANI): Hockey Chandigarh beat Hockey Patiala 4-1 in their Pool C encounter on Day 6 of the Hockey India 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) A Division on Monday.

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Get away in search of romance on these islands!

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): When the chaos of the city takes away those moments from a couple, all they need to do is seize the day and fly off in search of serenity and peace.

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U'khand couldn't fulfil dreams of martyrs: Harak Singh

Updated: May 15, 2017 18:04 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) May 15 (ANI): Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Harak Singh Rawat on Monday said the successive state governments could fulfil the dreams of those martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the creation of a separate state.

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Azhar, Chase move up in Test rankings post Dominica heroics

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:50 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan opener Azhar Ali and West Indies all-rounder Roston Chase have moved up in the ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen after notching impressive centuries in the third and final Test in Dominica, which the visiting

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Rohtak gang-rape: Women activists castigate government for inaction

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Lambasting the gruesome Rohtak gang-rape and murder case that has sent chilling shock waves to the nation, women activists on Monday came to the fore taking a dig on the government and the judiciary for the unrushed action on rape cases.

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Justice will prevail in Kulbhushan Jadhav's case: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Monday reassured everyone that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav will get justice in the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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Overarching security crucial against ransomware attack: Mojo

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The last few days have seen an increase in scrutiny of security measures in the wake of the ransomware attack that has surfaced in companies across the world.

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Retiring Misbah, Younis draw praise post historic Test series win

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq and veteran batsman Younis Khan have received a flurry of praises from cricket fraternity after the duo bid adieu to international cricket by guiding the side to historic three-match Test series win against West Indies in Roseau on Sunday.

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Delhi: Woman attacked with knife by her former driver

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): A 26-year-old woman was attacked with knife on her neck by her former driver yesterday in South Delhi' Malviya Nagar.

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We didn't perform as unit, says RCB's Gayle

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): With just three wins in total 14 matches, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) finished at the bottom of the table in the ongoing tenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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PM Sharif, Trump to meet in Saudi Arabia

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and United States President Donald Trump are expected to meet each other on the sidelines of the U.S-Arab Islamic Summit that is scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia on May 21.

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National Herald case: Swamy urges Delhi HC to summon witnesses

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday urged the Delhi High Court to summon 11 witnesses related to the National Herald case.

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GSK Consumer Healthcare appoints Vikram Bahl as Area Marketing Lead

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): GSK Consumer Healthcare Ltd. on Monday announced the appointment of Vikram Bahl as the Area Marketing Lead for Nutrition and Digestive Health for ISC.

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myHQ launches co-working zones within OYO Townhouse

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): myHQ, a venture creating a chain of work-friendly spaces in Delhi-NCR on Monday collaborated with OYO to expand the horizon of co-working spaces in the city.

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Pak's intentions have been revealed: Dalbir Kaur on Jadhav's case

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:13 IST

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India] May 15 (ANI): Dalbir Kaur, sister of Sarabjit Singh, who died in a Pakistan jail in 2013, on Monday said Pakistan does not have the courage to announce the punishment of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav this soon, adding the intentions of Islamabad has been exposed in front of the world.

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Young entrepreneurs from Manipur promote eco-tourism

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:13 IST

Ukhrul, (Manipur) [India] May 15 (ANI): Northeast India is revered with unspoiled nature and the region is home to many picture like perfect unexplored destinations and yet highly potential for tourist spots.

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Bihar: Dead lizard found in mid-day meal, 27 children fall ill

Updated: May 15, 2017 17:02 IST

Bihar (Patna) [India], May 15 (ANI): As many as 27 children fell ill on Monday after they ate the mid-day meal in which a dead lizard was found.

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China says 68 countries, global organizations have signed OBOR pacts

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:33 IST

Beijing [China], May 15 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday a total of 68 countries and international organizations have signed One Belt and One Road (OBOR) cooperation agreements with China.

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ICICI Bank slashes home loan rates by upto 30 basis points

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Largest private sector bank ICICI Bank on Monday announced reduction in its interest rates by up to 30 basis points for home loans up to Rs. 30 lakh in its bid to boost affordable housing in the country.

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NxtGen enhances Hybrid Cloud capabilities with new disaster recovery as a service from Zerto

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:28 IST

Bangalore/Boston [India/US], May 15 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): NxtGen today announced that it has enhanced its hybrid cloud capabilities with a new disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS) offering powered by Zerto's award-winning hypervisor-based solution, Zerto Virtual Replication (ZVR).

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If it joins OBOR, India will have very small role to play: Chinese daily

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:26 IST

Beijing [China], May 15 (ANI): On the concluding day of the two-day One Belt and Road (OBOR) summit being held here, China said Monday that India will have a very "small role" to play should it ever decide to join the initiative in the future.

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'Save Narmada Yajna' has begun: PM Modi

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:26 IST

Amarkantak (Madhya Pradesh) May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said though the Narmada Seva Yatra has ended but Narmada Yajna has begun to achieve the goals with which the yatra was commenced.

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Menace of 'WannaCry Ransomware' hits Bengal, Kerala

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:19 IST

West Midnapur (West Bengal) [India], May 15 (ANI): With the world taken by storm by a malicious software that has locked people out of their computers, 'WannaCry' is without doubt the biggest ransomware attack the world has ever seen and is also being reported in some parts of India.

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Jadhav's friends pray for his release

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing the case of former naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death by Pakistan on charges of being a spy, his friends continued to pray for him.

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India to ICJ: Suspend Jadhav's death sentence

Updated: May 15, 2017 16:07 IST

The Hague [Netherlands], May 15 (ANI): India on Monday told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that immediate steps must be taken to stop Pakistan's from carrying out the death sentence of former Indian naval officer Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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NTPC's Masala Bond admitted to International Securities Market

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): India's NTPC Bond, which went live on May 8 following the publication of its rulebook, is now available for trading on the new International Securities Market (ISM).

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Sonia remembers late Ramamohan Rao, recalls his association with Rajiv Gandhi

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Congress president Sonia Gandhi has expressed her deepest condolences at the sad demise of former Principal Information Officer to the Government of India I. Ramamohan Rao.

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Treebo appoints Maulik Shukla as VP Engineering

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): India's third largest hotel chain Treebo Hotels on Monday announced appointment of former Engineering Head of Flipkart supply chain Maulik Shukla as its Vice President of Engineering.

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Steam locomotive becomes center of attraction at Heritage transport museum

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Over the centuries, people of India have used multiple of modes of transportation varying from Palanquin, Hand-pulled rickshaw, steam engine to modern cars and aircrafts. The history is both mammoth and interesting.

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Square Yards expands in Kuala Lumpur and eight more Indian cities

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Real estate start up Square Yards on Monday announced a scorching pace of expansion within India and Internationally since its inception three and a half years ago announced the opening of yet another international office at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Sambhal: Village barbers devise unique way to resolve community conflict

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:31 IST

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): Fatehpur village barbers in Sambhal have adopted a unique way to put an end to the infighting in the village, and have been refusing to tend to their customers for the past two months.

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Bribery case: Dinakaran's custody extended till May 29

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): A Delhi court on Monday extended the judicial custody of ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader T.T.V. Dinakaran till May 29.

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ALTBalaji now on Ola's connected car platform, Ola Play

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): ALTBalaji, the digital platform of Balaji Telefilms Limited joins hands with India's leading mobile app for transportation, Ola's connected car platform for ridesharing, Ola Play.

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Hyderabad: Evil of human trafficking continues to rear its head

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:21 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 15 (ANI): The evil of human trafficking swallowed another victim, as an innocent woman is battling for her life after being engulfed by false promises.

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Dr. Mahesh Sharma presents awards to Amitasha students

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:21 IST

Noida (UP) [India], May 15 (ANI): It was a dream come true for Amitasha girls when they were awarded by Dr. Mahesh Sharma- Minister of State for Culture and Tourism during their annual day at Amity University Campus in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

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We showed a lot of guts against Pakistan: Roston Chase

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:21 IST

Roseau [Dominica], May 15 (ANI): Despite slumping to a three-match Test series defeat against Pakistan, West Indies all-rounder Roston Chase has praised his team's overall efforts and also described his fighting century on the final day as the "toughest" of his career.

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Rohtak gangrape: Accused sent to 7-day police remand

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:21 IST

Rohtak (Haryana), May 15 (ANI): A Haryana District court on Monday send the two accused in the brutal Rohtak gang-rape case, to seven days in police remand.

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Karisma Kapoor launches New Blue Mount Alkaline RO and UV Filter

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Blue Mount, India's leading manufacturer of water purification systems, introduced its new alkaline RO and UV filter, with renowned actress Karisma Kapoor doing the honours.

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BJP rebukes Samajwadi Party for mayhem in UP Assembly

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:15 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): Following the massive uproar witnessed in the state assembly session by the Opposition today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that the Samajwadi Party's behaviour is the mirror image of the party itself.

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Death sentence for every rapist: DCW

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Berating the brutal gang-rapes that have sent shock waves to the nation, Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) on Monday urged the government to grant capital punishment to every rapist in every rape case.

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CBI questions BS Hooda over Manesar land scam

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:15 IST

Gurugram (Haryana), May 15 (ANI): Former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Monday was questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) over a case of alleged financial irregularities in acquisition of land in Gurugram's Manesar.

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Nitish Kumar's choice for President- Pranab Mukherjee again

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Chiming in the speculations and discussion over the next President of India, Bihar Chief Minister on Monday hinted to support incumbent Pranab Mukherjee if he gets second term as the President.

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Fifth 'GOT' successor show in works at HBO

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:04 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 15 (ANI): George RR Martin is in no mood to stop at all.

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Inability to win tight games hurt Delhi Daredevils: Dravid

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Delhi Daredevils mentor Rahul Dravid has admitted that his team's inability to win close contests was one of the main reasons for their dismal performance in this edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Outdoor air temperature, gestational diabetes linked: Study

Updated: May 15, 2017 15:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 15 (ANI): According to a recent research, pregnant women should be exposed to colder temperatures as it lowers rate of gestational diabetes.

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We might be witnessing the end of democracy: Russell Brand

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:53 IST

London [UK], May 15 (ANI): Russell Brand, who has been quite active in political campaigns since some years now, feels that the UK might be witnessing the end of democracy.

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Gurugram rape: SIT formed to nab absconding perpetrators

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:53 IST

Gurugram (Haryana), [India] May 15 (ANI): Commissioner Gurugram on Monday said that the police has registered the complaint of the 22-year-old victim who was allegedly gang-raped by three men in a moving car in Gurugram and have formed a SIT to investigate the matter.

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CPEC will have huge impact on Baloch people: Claudia Waeldich

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:34 IST

Oberhausen [Germany], May 15 (ANI): Asserting that the USD 51.5 billionChina-Pakistan Economic Corridor will have a huge impact on the Baloch people, German lawyer and human right activist Claudia Waeldich said the people of Balochistan already have no access to the Gwadar port as has been to China for 40 years.

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Rahul Gandhi offers condolences over demise of IIS veteran I. Ramamohan Rao

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Monday joined the nation's political top brass in expressing grief over the demise of veteran Indian Information Service (IIS) officer I. Ramamohan Rao.

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India will keep fighting for Kulbhushan's freedom: MoS Home

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearing underway over the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death by Pakistan on charges of being an Indian spy, Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Hansraj Ahir on Monday said that India will make sure he is not sentenced to death.

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Suresh Raina and wife Priyanka announce launch of Gracia Raina Foundation

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Left-handed Indian batsman Suresh Raina and his wife Priyanka have announced the launch of the Gracia Raina Foundation (GRF), dedicated to the aid of underprivileged mothers across the country.

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Orlando Bloom posts adorable Mother's Day wish for ex-wife Miranda Kerr

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): It seems like Orlando Bloom still has some love for his ex-wife Miranda Kerr.

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Sentiment against capital punishment may influence Jadhav case: Salman Haider

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Commenting on the ongoing trial of Kulbhushan Jadhav's case in International Court of Justice (ICJ), former foreign secretary Salman Haider has pointed out that it will be highly influenced by a growing global sentiment against capital punishment.

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Teams deployed to nab remaining culprits: Anil Vij on Rohtak gangrape

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:03 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana), May 15 (ANI): Haryana's Sports Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Anil Vij on Monday assured that the state government will leave no stone unturned in delivering justice to the victim.

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BAFTA TV Awards: 'Happy Valley' wins Best Drama, 'The Crown' misses out

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:03 IST

London [UK], May 15 (ANI): In a shocking turn of events at the 2017 BAFTA TV Awards, 'Happy Valley' has triumphed over 'The Crown' to win the Best Drama Series.

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Meet Arjun Kapoor's real life `Half Girlfriend'

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The 'Gunday' of Bollywood are now each other's 'Half Girlfriend'!

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Nadal surges into top four post Madrid triumph

Updated: May 15, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has surged back to the top four in the latest ATP rankings after clinching a record-extending fifth Madrid Open title.

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Tughlakabad gas leak: NGT asks all parties to file report within a week

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Monday asked counsel of all the parties to file report within a week in Tugalkabad Gas leak matter.

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Children's special train re-introduced in Kashmir Valley

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:42 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday re-introduced fortnightly 'Wadi Ki Sair' train for school children in the Valley.

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U.S. working on a policy for a terrorist-free Afghanistan, Pakistan: Gen. McMaster

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:42 IST

Washington [United States], May 15 (ANI): With the aim of not allowing extremists to use Afghanistan to launch terror attacks in any part of the world, U.S. National Security Adviser General H.R. McMaster has said the Trump Administration is working on a policy that would apply to both Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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Will always remain a Congressman: Shankar Singh Vaghela

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:42 IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 15 (ANI): Making it crystal clear that he has no intention of joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Senior Congress leader Shankar Singh Vaghela, who stirred rumors after un-following party vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Twitter, said here today that he is a Congressman and will always remain one.

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Gemalto empowers smartphone-based digital vehicle key

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Leader in digital security Gemalto has announced providing of its Trusted Services Hub (TSH) to support Daimler AG's new smartphone-based 'digital vehicle key' for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range.

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A timeline of Kulbhushan Jadhav's quest for justice

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to begin its hearing over the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death by Pakistan on charges of being an Indian spy.

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Things are going very well and I'm very happy, says Nadal

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:08 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 15 (ANI): Fourteen-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal has insisted that things are going very well for him at the moment and he is very happy.

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UP Assembly uproar: Oppn tears into Adityanath Govt. over 'failing law and order'

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:06 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): The maiden session of the 17th Uttar Pradesh assembly session witnessed a stormy session with Opposition parties creating an uproar in the floor of the house.

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Will introduce 'law' if SC strikes down Triple Talaq: Centre

Updated: May 15, 2017 13:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): With the hearing over Triple Talaq entering its third day today, the Centre on Monday assured the Supreme Court that it will come out with a law to regulate marriage and divorce among Muslims if Triple Talaq is upheld as invalid.

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Rohtak gangrape: Khattar ensures speedy justice by fast track courts

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Ensuring speedy justice by fast track courts over the horrific Rohtak gang-rape incident, Haryana Chief Minister M.L. Khattar on Monday said the culprits involved in the brutal crime will not be spared.

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Big B has the best smile and wave for.

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Arms in air and smile on their face, this is how scores of fans gather outside Jalsa every Sunday to greet one of Bollywood's greatest actors.

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Justin Timberlake shares an adorable message for Jessica Biel on Mother's Day

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The world knows that Justin Timberlake never shies away to express his love for wife, Jessica Biel.

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Energy drinks in alcohol make you feel more drunk, says study

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:47 IST

London [UK], May 15 (ANI): According to a new study, knowing that you have added energy drinks to a spirit will make you feel that you are more drunk.

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UP Assembly: Pandemonium reigns, Opposition flings paper balls at Governor

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India], May 15 (ANI): Pandemonium prevailed in Uttar Pradesh Assembly during the first session on Monday, as the opposition protested vociferously against the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

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Have limited time, will only focus on Triple Talaq now: SC

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:13 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 15 (ANI): With the hearing over Triple Talaq entering its third day today, the Supreme Court has refused to hear all the three cases of Polygamy, Nikah and Halala at once, saying it will focus on one matter at a time.

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Pakistan trying to woo UN, US, by declaring Hafiz Saeed a terrorist: Ujjwal Nikam

Updated: May 15, 2017 12:08 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 15 (ANI): With the Pakistan government admitting that Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed is involved in terrorist activities, noted Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Monday frowned over the development saying it could be a part of Islamabad's conspiracy to get into the good books of United States and the United Nations.

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Oops! Photographer realises his huge mistake after six hours of photo shoot with a couple

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:49 IST

London [UK], May 15 (ANI): This might be termed as the most awkward photo shoot ever!

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SC slams Justice Karnan over 'repeated pleas' to recall arrest order

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday rapped Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan to repeatedly filing pleas to recall his arrest order in contempt of court case.

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Billie Lourd shares a heartfelt Mother's Day message to late Carrie Fisher

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Actress Billie Lourd paid a touching tribute to her late mother Carrie Fisher, that will give you all the feels.

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Kulbhushan Jadhav trial: India has upper hand over Pakistan, says Attorney General

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): As the International Court of Justice (ICJ) today is set to hear the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been sentenced to death by Pakistan on charges of espionage, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi on Monday expressed optimism saying that India has the upper hand in the matter.

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Steyn rules himself out of England series, targets home season return

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:29 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 15 (ANI): South African pace spearhead Dale Steyn has ruled himself out of the Test series against England later this year as he continues to recover from a shoulder surgery.

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I couldn't have asked for a better finish, says Misbah

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:18 IST

Roseau (Dominica) [West Indies], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq, who bid adieu to international cricket on Sunday after his side's thrilling win over West Indies, said he could not have ask for anything better than to end his illustrious career on such a note.

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All the Rajini fans! After eight long years 'Thalaiva' holds special darbar

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:08 IST

Chennai [India], May 15 (ANI): Fans of Thalaiva, Rajinikanth could not have asked for a better Monday morning.

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"Redefine The Perception" - Sabhyata Celebrates Mother's Day

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI-NewsVoir): Sabhyata, one of India's leading ethnic wear brands, celebrates Mother's Day with a video, giving a refreshing new way to look at a typical mother-daughter relationship. The role of mother is very important in a girl's life and the same cannot be over emphasized. So, this Mother's Day, the brand in its video talks about bridging the generation gap and making mother a girl's best friend.

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Pak Punjab Govt questions use of chopper by Imran Khan

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:08 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): The government of Pakistan's Punjab province has asked Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan to tell the people under which privilege he is using the helicopter of the KP government.

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My name being used for 'political gains': Rajinikanth

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:08 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 15 (ANI): Claiming it to be a 'political accident', iconic Tamil actor Rajinikanth who held a 'darbar' with his fans after a massive gap of eight years, admitted today that he committed a mistake by supporting a political alliance 21 years ago.

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India will now help protect over five million children from the life-threatening Pneumococcal Disease

Updated: May 15, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Pfizer announced that its 13-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine has been selected for inclusion in India's immunization program in select states. In the first phase, the program will cover approximately 5.15 million babies - 20 percent of around 26 million children of India's birth cohort.

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Mother's Day 2017: Here's how celebs wished their moms

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Mother's Day sees the world coming together to share and celebrate love for moms.

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Pakistan seal first series victory in Windies

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:58 IST

Roseau (Dominica) [West Indies], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan won a thrilling third and final Test with six balls to spare to clinch a first series victory in the West Indies on Sunday. It was a fitting farewell for retiring captain Misbah-ul-Haq and veteran middle-order batsman Younis Khan.

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Cow vigilantism strikes again: MP Govt. orders probe, assures justice

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:34 IST

Amarkantak (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): A day after a video surfaced where a man was being brutally beaten up by a group of cow vigilantes, Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Bhupendra Singh on Monday said that he has ordered an inquiry in the matter and will ensure justice is done in the case.

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Master Plan of CPEC revealed

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:34 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): A detailed master plan for the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) stretching out till 2030 has been revealed by Pakistan daily Dawn. The plan reportedly details China's intentions and priorities in Pakistan for the next decade and a half.

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7th Sub Junior National Hockey Men C'ship: Punjab beat Maharashtra 8-1

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:34 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 15 (ANI): Hockey Punjab trounced Hockey Maharashtra 8-1 in their Pool C encounter on Day 5 of the ongoing 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) A Division on Saturday.

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`Sin City,` `Nashville,` actor Powers Boothe dies at 68

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:21 IST

Atlanta [US], May 15 (ANI): The Emmy-winning character actor, admired as one of Hollywood's most reliable villains, Powers Boothe has passed away at the age of 68.

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Mohun Bagan to meet Bengaluru FC in Federation Cup final

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:21 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 14 (ANI): Mohun Bagan defeated Kingfisher East Bengal 2-0 in the semi-finals of the Federation Cup at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

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Madhya Pradesh: Three killed, 42 injured in bus accident

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:14 IST

Dindori (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): At least three were killed and 42 injured after a bus toppled over in Dindori, on Monday.

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Nepal Elections: Counting begins after first phase polling

Updated: May 15, 2017 10:14 IST

Kathmandu (Nepal) [India], May 15 (ANI): Officials have begun counting the votes after the first phase of local elections in Nepal, which was conducted after a gap of 20 years on Sunday.

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J-K: Army jawan commits suicide at Uniform Force Headquarters

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:42 IST

Reasi (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): In a shocking incident, an Army jawan committed suicide at Uniform Force Headquarters here, late last night.

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Katrina Kaif reveals 'most favourite' childhood memory

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Dancing with her mother is Katrina Kaif's most favourite childhood memory!

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Bihar: Police seizes 450 litres of raw spirit

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:38 IST

Gaya (Bihar) [India], May 15 (ANI): The Excise and Prohibition department on Sunday night seized huge amounts of illegal liquor near the Dhobi police station in Bihar.

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Kangana is pure delight with her infectious smile in 'Simran' teaser

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): The teaser of Kangana Ranaut's upcoming movie 'Simran' is finally out and it has already made us all excited for the flick.

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Jharkhand: High level meeting held to combat Naxal menace

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:38 IST

Palamu (Jharkhand) [India], May 15 (ANI): In a high level meeting held by the Jharkhand police yesterday, senior officials analysed security matters plaguing the state especially in regard to Naxals.

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ACB to quiz engineers on PWD scam today

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Just two days after six public works department (PWD) officials were quizzed by it, the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) has now called more officials today for questioning, in the alleged PWD scam.

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'The Flash' star Keiynan Lonsdale comes out as bisexual

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Keiynan Lonsdale, known for playing Wally West in the superhero fantasy TV series 'The Flash', has come out as bisexual in a touching Instagram post.

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Bijapur Naxal encounter: STF jawan succumbs to injuries

Updated: May 15, 2017 09:18 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), May 15 (ANI): Special Task Force (STF) jawan, Sanad Upadhyay who was injured in yesterday's encounter that broke out between the security forces and Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, succumbed to his injuries today.

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UP Legislative Assembly to convene its first session today

Updated: May 15, 2017 08:48 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): The Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Assembly will undergo its first session today.

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Marathi film producer Atul Tapkir allegedly commits suicide

Updated: May 15, 2017 08:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Marathi film producer Atul Tapkir has reportedly committed suicide on Sunday in a hotel room in Pune.

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Amarkantak: PM Modi to mark conclusion of 'Narmade Seva Yatra' campaign today

Updated: May 15, 2017 08:35 IST

Amarkantak (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in an event marking the conclusion of 'Narmade Seva Yatra', a campaign to save river Narmada here today.

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Tamil Nadu: Transport workers begin indefinite strike

Updated: May 15, 2017 08:16 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), May 15 (ANI): Trade unions of Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) have called for the suspension of bus services from today.

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Gurdaspur: Pakistani intruder shot dead by BSF

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:55 IST

Gurdaspur (Punjab) [India], May 15 (ANI): A cross border infiltration bid was successfully foiled by the Border Security Force (BSF) troops here, who gunned down a Pakistani intruder.

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N. Korea says latest missile could carry nuclear warhead

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:55 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], May 15 (ANI): North Korea has said that its Sunday's test-fire of a ground-to-ground ballistic missile proved the missile is capable of carrying a large nuclear warhead.

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Congress, SP slam Adityanath's slain BSF jawan's house visit row

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:55 IST

Lucknow(Uttar Pradesh) [India], May15 (ANI): The Congress on Friday said that removing air-conditioner and sofas from slain BSF jawan's house after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's visit was a 'mockery and disrespect' of the soldier.

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Married men likelier to survive surgery

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:55 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 15 (ANI): A team of researchers has discovered that married men are more likely to survive surgery.

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Piling on kilos? It's time to stop drinking that fizz

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 15 (ANI): Turns out, sparkling water, a healthy alternative to sugary drinks or booze, is not as diet-friendly as it appears.

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AAP should introspect instead of counter-attacking: BJP

Updated: May 15, 2017 07:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday hit back at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for terming sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra's corruption allegations as the saffron party's conspiracy, while saying that it should introspect over the fiasco instead of making counter-charges.

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Trump mulling over Jerusalem embassy move: Tillerson

Updated: May 15, 2017 06:20 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 15 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump is mulling how moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem would affect the Israeli-Palestinian peace deal.

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UN Security Council to discuss N. Korea on May 16

Updated: May 15, 2017 06:19 IST

United Nations, May 15 (ANI): The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) will hold a closed-door meeting on May 16 to discuss North Korea's latest missile test.

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Cong seeks probe into money-laundering allegations against Kejriwal

Updated: May 15, 2017 06:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): A day after sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of money laundering, the Congress on Monday called for an investigation while questioning the Centre's silence over the matter.

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Regular snoring in babies can be a danger sign

Updated: May 15, 2017 06:13 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 15 (ANI): Turns out, if your baby snores at least four nights a week, it could indicate serious health problems.

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Your sense of smell can sniff out death

Updated: May 15, 2017 05:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Turns out, your nose can do more than just let you know when it's time to take out the trash - it could be the key to helping you live longer.

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'Baby on board' for Kevin Hart, wife Eniko!

Updated: May 15, 2017 05:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 15 (ANI): Kevin Hart is going to be a father for the third time as he and his wife Eniko Parrish are expecting their first baby together.

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WannaCry attack could worsen as people return to work on Monday

Updated: May 15, 2017 04:28 IST

London [UK], May 15 (ANI): Security experts fear a worsening cyber attack by the WannaCry ransomware hack as people return to work on Monday.

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Putin gives impromptu piano performance in China

Updated: May 15, 2017 04:19 IST

Beijing [China], May 15 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin left the host country impressed with an impromptu piano performance as he waited for the talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.

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ICJ hearing to expose Pak: Defence Experts on Jadhav case

Updated: May 15, 2017 03:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): As the International Court of Justice is set to conduct a hearing in the alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav case today, the defence experts asserted that Pakistan may not appear before the court as it would stand totally exposed.

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Niall Horan's 'golden' One Direction reunion moment with Liam Payne

Updated: May 15, 2017 03:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): They may be busy taking the world by storm with their solo music careers, but that doesn't mean the love between the One Direction brothers is no more golden.

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India's opposition to OBOR regrettable, not problem: Chinese Media

Updated: May 15, 2017 03:32 IST

Beijing [China], May 15 (ANI): After India skipped the 'One Belt, One Road' (OBOR) forum in Beijing, the Chinese media said that New Delhi's move will not deter other neighbouring countries from joining the initiative.

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Bribery case: Dinakaran to be presented before Delhi court

Updated: May 15, 2017 03:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): Ousted AIADMK leader T.T.V. Dinakaran and his aide Mallikarjuna will be produced before a Delhi court today after expiry of their judicial custody.

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Jim Parsons, longtime partner Todd Spiewak say 'I do'

Updated: May 15, 2017 02:59 IST

New York [USA], May 15 (ANI): Jim Parsons and his longtime love, graphic designer Todd Spiewak, are hitched!

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D-Day for India as ICJ to hold public hearings in Jadhav case today

Updated: May 15, 2017 02:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will be holding public hearings in the Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav case today.

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Afghan teen killed in Pak over Rs 25

Updated: May 15, 2017 02:27 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): A 15-year-old Afghan boy was allegedly killed by a flat-owner in Karachi's Karimabad area on Sunday after he demanded Rs 25 for cleaning the flat's staircase.

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FIA to take action against those 'dishonouring' Pak army online

Updated: May 15, 2017 02:22 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): Pakistan Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan has ordered the Cyber Crime Wing of the Federal Investigation Authority (FIA) to take immediate action against those dishonouring the Pakistan Army on social media.

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Harry Styles covers Kanye West at first-ever solo concert

Updated: May 15, 2017 02:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): At his first-ever solo concert, Harry Styles gave Kanye West's 'Ultralight Beam' a rock makeover.

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DDCA defamation case: Ram Jethmalani to continue cross-examining Jaitley

Updated: May 15, 2017 01:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): The hearing in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) defamation case filed by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will continue in the Delhi High Court today.

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SC to continue hearing on Triple Talaq case today

Updated: May 15, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May15 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue its hearing on the Triple Talaq case.

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Shahid Kapoor's Mother's Day shout-out to wife Mira

Updated: May 15, 2017 01:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): With Shahid Kapoor's wife Mira Rajput ringing in her first Mother's Day with their daughter Misha, the actor has given her a special Insta shout-out.

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U.S. institutions "under assault': Ex National Intelligence head

Updated: May 14, 2017 23:20 IST

New York [U.S.], May 14 (ANI) : Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper issued a stern warning about the state of the U.S. Government stating that the U.S. institutions are "under assault' after President Donald Trump fired FBI Director James Comey last week.

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Palestinian President arrives in India to strengthen ties

Updated: May 14, 2017 23:16 IST

New Delhi [India] May 14 (ANI): Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrived on Sunday on a four-day visit to India in a bid to strengthen ties with New Delhi ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic trip to Israel.

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OBOR is blood and rape of Balochs: Baloch Leader

Updated: May 14, 2017 23:16 IST

Balochistan [Pakistan], May 14 (ANI): World Baloch Women's Forum president Naela Quadri Baloch has raised questions on the world leaders who are supporting and contributing to the One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative of China.

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Nirbhaya's mother for strict action against Rohtak gang-rape culprits

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:57 IST

New Delhi [India] May 14 (ANI): Condemning the Rohtak gang-rape incident, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi on Sunday said changes are only seen virtually, adding that laid-back actions of the police will give strength to the culprits.

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Big B releases 'Udaan', biography of NCP leader Praful Patel

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:51 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 14 (ANI): Superstar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday released a pictorial biography of Nationalist Communist Party (NCP) leader and former union minister of aviation Praful Patel.

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Swachh Bharat Mission provides opportunities for large number of social entrepreneurs: PM

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Swachh Bharat Mission provides opportunities for a large number of social entrepreneurs to emerge.

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Ransomware Cyber attack threat escalating: Europol

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:24 IST

New York [U.S.], May 14 (ANI): The World's biggest cyber attack which has hit 200,000 victims in at least 150 countries threatens to create more havoc on Monday when people return to work.

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Manipur CM urges Meitis to give up Meitei-centric mentality

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:04 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 14 (ANI): Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Sunday said Meiti's, the people who are the majority ethnic group of Manipur, should give up the Meitei-centric mentality to bring peace, harmony and feeling of togetherness among the different ethnic communities of the state.

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Magnetic Bomb explosion in Kabul's Pul-e-Sokhta

Updated: May 14, 2017 22:04 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 14 (ANI): A magnetic bomb explosion took place in Pul-e-Sokhta area in capital Kabul on Sunday.

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Kejriwal has lost credibility, deceived people: Dr. Harshvardhan

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 14 (ANI): Mocking the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) rift, Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Harshvardhan on Sunday said that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his party have lost their credibility as they have deceived the people's expectations.

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Hyderabad: Woman waiting since nine months to get her right

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:52 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 14 (ANI): Fed up with torture at the hand of her husband, Reshma who wants to move out of her marriage, has been trapped in the clutches of the Islamic law.

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Researchers find ways to make solar energy affordable

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers used data science to determine and predict the effects of exposure to weather and other conditions on materials in solar panels.

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Transportation strike: TN Transport Minister assures smooth functioning of buses

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:13 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 14 (ANI): Amid the Tamil Nadu transport union's decision to go with the proposed indefinite strike, state Transport Minister M. R. Vijayabhaskar on Sunday asserted that there are a number of private buses available and hence the buses will operate normally.

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Test to predict severity of inflammatory bowel disease in children?

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): A new genetic test for characterising intestinal microbiota may help to diagnose inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in children and predict which children will develop the most extensive disease and need early, aggressive intervention.

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J-K: Weapons found while renovating old mosque

Updated: May 14, 2017 21:13 IST

Handwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): While renovating an old mosque, the villagers of Lashipora in Rajwar area of Jammu and Kashmir's Handwara district on Sunday found weapons, one AK-47 rifle and three magazines.

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How healthy are potatoes?

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:50 IST

Atlanta [US], May 14 (ANI): Potatoes are thought of as a fattening food but a plain baked potato is a healthy food, especially when it is consumed with its fiber-rich skin.

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Lalu rebuffs land deals allegations, calls Sushil Modi BJP's agent

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:50 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 14 (ANI): RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Sunday rubbished all the allegations regarding his family members' land deals and accused BJP senior functionary Sushil Kumar Modi of being the party's agent.

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Over 70 percent voter turnout recorded in Nepal local polls

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:37 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 14 (ANI): Over 70 percent polling was recorded across 34 districts in three provinces of Nepal on Sunday in the first local-level polls held in two decades.

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PM to join programme to mark conclusion of Narmada Seva Yatra

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join the programme to mark the conclusion of the Narmada Seva Yatra in Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh tomorrow.

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Shraddha, Arjun, Chetan Bhagat make candid confessions during live chat

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The stars of 'Half Girlfriend' - Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor along with renowned writer Chetan Bhagat recently had a live chat with online audiences where Chetan announced that his upcoming novel will release next year.

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Chhattisgarh: Maoist carrying reward of Rs. 10 lakh killed

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:16 IST

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 14 (ANI): A Maoist who was carrying reward of Rs. 10 lakh on his head was killed on Sunday by the police in Chhattisgarh's Bastar.

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Ex-servicemen protesting OROP stopped at Jantar Mantar

Updated: May 14, 2017 20:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Several ex-servicemen and their family members were on Sunday stopped by the police at the Jantar Mantar while they were marching to demand the One Rank One Pension (OROP) and pay homage to the soldiers who lost their lives at the border.

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Won't allow Pak to wage wars against its neighbours: Zardari

Updated: May 14, 2017 19:54 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 14 (ANI): Former Pakistan president Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday criticized the PML-N Government for creating tense relations with Pakistan's neighbouring countries and said that Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is following 'American foreign policy' of waging wars.

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Rohtak gangrape: Victim's kin to get financial assistance

Updated: May 14, 2017 19:32 IST

Rohtak (Haryana) [India], May 14 (ANI): The Rohtak gangrape victim's kin will get a financial assistance of Rs. 10.5 lakh.

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Bengaluru FC beat Aizawl FC to reach Fed Cup finals

Updated: May 14, 2017 19:02 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 14 (ANI): Cameron Watson's 8th-minute penalty strike helped JSW Bengaluru FC reach the final of the Federation Cup after Alberto Roca's men defeated Aizawl FC 1-0 in their semi-final bout held at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

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President Trump denies collusion with Russia

Updated: May 14, 2017 19:02 IST

New York [U.S.], May 14 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has denied allegations of any type of collusion between his campaign officials and Russian operatives.

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Chennai: Transport staff to stick with their plan to hold strike

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:51 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 14 (ANI): As the transport unions and the government failed to reach a settlement over wage revision in Tamil Nadu, Labour Progressive Federation (LPF) secretary M. Shanmugam on Saturday said that they will go with the proposed indefinite strike in the state from May 15.

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IMD warns fishermen not to venture into sea on May 14-15

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday said the Southwest monsoon has advanced into parts of southeast Bay of Bengal, Nicobar Islands, south Andaman Sea and parts of north Andaman Sea.

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Southern Railway to run special trains in Chennai tomorrow

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:38 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 14 (ANI): In view of the proposed strike by the employees of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation and based on the request from the Government of Tamil Nadu, the Southern Railway will be running special trains in Chennai - Coimbatore, Chennai - Tirunelveli and Chennai - Tiruvarur sectors tomorrow.

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PM Modi wants to become dictator and ruin nation: Lalu

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:38 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] May 14 (ANI): Coming down heavily on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants to pose himself as Lord Ram, adding he wants to dictate the country which will ultimately ruin the system.

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Hyderabad: 20-year-old woman molested, case registered

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:27 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 14 (ANI): A 20-year-old woman was allegedly molested by a cab driver and his three friends in Hyderabad.

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Woman sells off goats to construct toilet for mother-in-law

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:27 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 14 (ANI): A 90-year-old in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur district has sold her five goats to construct a toilet for her 120 year old mother- in-law.

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In digital age, Shimla Book Fair brings thousands of books close to readers

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:27 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 14 (ANI): At the onset of summer tourist season in the northern hill state Himachal Pradesh, the nine-day long Shimla Book Fair today commenced at the historic gaiety theatre in the capital city.

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I Ramamohan Rao: A visionary media icon passes away

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Mr. I. Ramamohan Rao, Editor-in-Chief, Asian News International (Print) passed away on 13 May 2017 after a brief illness.

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AC, sofa, carpet in BSF martyr`s house taken away after CM Adityanath`s visit

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:18 IST

Deoria (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 14 (ANI): The local administration in Deoria district of Uttar Pradesh had installed an air conditioner, changed the curtains on the doors and windows and also placed comfortable sofas and carpets in the room where Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath decided to meet the family of slain Border Security Force (BSF) jawan Prem Sagar.

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'Desperate' Pak masking internal turmoil through ceasefire violations: Nirmal Singh

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:18 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir)[India] May 14 (ANI): In the aftermath of the constant ceasefire violations being carried out by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC), Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Sunday asserted that the attac

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UN concerned over widespread torture by police in Pakistan

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:18 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 14 (ANI): The United Nations Committee against Torture has expressed its serious concerns over the consistent reports about the widespread torture by police in Pakistan.

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AAP rebuffs Kapil Mishra's allegations, says its BJP's conspiracy

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Rubbishing the allegations of irregularities in political donations made by ousted leader Kapil Mishra, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday said that the party followed all the norms in the matter, adding that the blames levelled against it are just part of the conspiracy planned by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Break the 'perfect mom' stereotype with #ChangeTheRecipe campaign

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Each year on Mother's Day, the world celebrates the incredibly special bond mothers share with their families.

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Willing to turn OBOR into path for peace: Xi Jinping

Updated: May 14, 2017 18:12 IST

Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): While delivering a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the two-day Belt and Road summit for international cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday called for joint efforts to build the OBOR into a road to peace and prosperity.

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Kohli's form crucial for India's success in Champions Trophy: Ponting

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:44 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 14 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting believes that Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who is suffering from a lean patch, would have to find his form back in the upcoming Champions Trophy if the Men in Blue are to record back-to-back titles.

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Freeze your fat with CoolSculpting!

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Skin Alive, in association with Anna Ruch, Clinical Training Manager and International Consultant, is hosting a Cool Sculpting Event on the May 18, 19 at the Skin Alive Clinic, here.

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Ramamohan Rao: The eternal sunshine in ANI newsroom

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Everyone who has worked in the ANI newsroom at any point till now has the memory burned into their brain of an impeccably dressed gentleman slowly making his way from desk to desk, talking to editors and journalists and quite often seen having a good laugh over an interesting quip the person shared.

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Maoist leader Kundan Pahan surrenders in Jharkhand

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:33 IST

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], May 14 (ANI): Maoist leader Kundan Pahan, who was carrying a bounty of Rs. 15 lakh on his head, surrendered before the police in Ranchi.

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Indian eves suffer 1-4 loss to New Zealand in first Test

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:15 IST

Pukekohe [New Zealand], May 14 (ANI): New Zealand women's hockey team on Sunday defeated India 1-4 in first of the five-match series which began here at the Rosa Birch Park in Pukekohe.

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Arjun Maini creates history, becomes first Indian to win GP3 race

Updated: May 14, 2017 17:07 IST

Barcelona [Spain], May 14 (ANI): Arjun Maini became the first Indian driver to win a GP3 race when he won the sprint race at the Circuit de Catalunya-Barcelona on Sunday.

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DRI unearths massive smuggling racket of gold, one arrested

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The Delhi Zonal Unit of Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested a person named Harnek Singh and seized 44 kg foreign marked gold concealed in metallic case of poultry egg incubator coming from Mundra Port in Gujarat.

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Bijapur encounter: Injured security personnel evacuated from high-threat zone

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:45 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 14 (ANI): At least two District Reserve Group (DRG) personnel were injured after an encounter broke out between the security forces and Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur on Sunday.

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J-K: Two LeT terrorist killed in Kupwara encounter

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:35 IST

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): Two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were on Sunday killed in an encounter between terrorists and security personnel at Handwara's Waripora.

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Emmanuel Macron sworn-in as French President

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:19 IST

New York [U.S.], May 14 (ANI): Emmanuel Macron on Sunday swore-in as the French President at the Elysee Palace after his resounding victory in the second round of the country's presidential elections.

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Raja Singh remains adamant with his mini-Pak tag to Hyderabad remark

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:19 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], May 14 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Goshamahal MLA Raja Singh on Sunday remained defiant while reiterating that Old City of Hyderabad is the mini Pakistan.

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'Deshdrohi sanghatan' convener Kejriwal should resign: Swamy

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:09 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 14 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal over the series of allegations levied on him by former party leader Kapil Mishra, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday asserted that Kejriwal should take a step back from the political arena.

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Julianne Moore to star in 'Gloria' remake

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:06 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 14 (ANI): Hollywood actress Julianne Moore is all set to star in re-imagining of Sebastian Lelio's critically acclaimed flick 'Gloria'.

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Crab shells may fight malaria: Study

Updated: May 14, 2017 16:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): Good news! Chinese researchers have found that a non-toxic mixture of chitin-rich crab shell powder and nanosized silver particles can be an eco-friendly way for curbing the spread of malaria.

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Farooq Abdullah urges PM Modi for unilateral ceasefire

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:55 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Sunday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a unilateral ceasefire from India like former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee did during his tenure to solve the tensions on the border.

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Eastern Fleet Ships on deployment to Malaysia

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): In pursuance of India's 'Act East Policy', Indian Naval Ships Shivalik and Jyoti are on an overseas deployment to the South East Asia and Southern Indian Ocean.

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McLaren, Honda to split?

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:49 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 14 (ANI): If reports are to be believed, McLaren and Honda are now on the verge of a split.

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Time for Kashmiri youth to question so-called 'freedom struggle': Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:44 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Sunday said the time has come for the Kashmiri youth to raise question on those who instigate them to join the so-called 'freedom struggle' in the state.

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CPEC can lead to regional rivalry between China, India: Dr. Robert Darius

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:36 IST

Pennsylvania [United States], May 14 (ANI): China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) can lead to regional rivalry between China and India in South East Asia and the Persian Gulf, which could further destabilize these regions, said Dr. Robert Darius, a former Adjunct Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences and former Military Historian.

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Former Haryana CM for strict action against Rohtak gangrape perpetrators

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:28 IST

Sonipat (Haryana) [India], May 14 (ANI): Former Haryana chief minister and Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Sunday condemned the Rohtak gangrape and called for strict action for the perpetrators.

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FRB demands reply over Hafiz Saeed's house arrest

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:26 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 14 (ANI): The Federal Review Board on Saturday called out to the federal government asking for the reasons to be submitted for keeping Jamatud Dawa Chief Hafiz Saeed and his five aides as house arrest, as reported by The Nation.

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Violence mars West Bengal civic polls

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:26 IST

West Bengal [India], May 14 (ANI): Bombs were hurled at polling booth in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas's Pujali and North Dinajpur's Raiganj districts on Sunday as elections to seven municipalities in the state is currently underway.

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Centre should investigate AAP's foreign funding: Congress

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The Congress on Sunday urged the Centre to investigate all the companies and ministers exposed by sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) rebel leader Kapil Mishra, adding that the Narendra Modi-led government should also gauge the issue underlining AAP accepting money from anti-national elements.

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BJP corners Kejriwal over Kapil Mishra's fresh 'expose'

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): In the wake of sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) rebel Kapil Mishra making staggering allegations against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday questioned the state chief's silence and urged him to come clean in the regard.

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Rohtak horror: Victim's oesophagus missing, 'gnawing' seen over chest

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:12 IST

Rohtak (Haryana) [India], May 14 (ANI): The post-mortem report of the Rohtak gangrape victim states that the cause of her death was due to head injury as blunt force injuries and multiple wounds were found on her skull and scalp.

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BJP and Kapil Mishra are hand-in-glove: AAP

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Claiming that the party's leadership faced similar allegations of corruption in the past, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday went all guns blazing at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and called to stop tampering Delhi Minister Arvind Kejriwal's image.

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PCB rubbishes reports of offering match-referee's post to Misbah

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:03 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 14 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has dismissed the reports of recommending Misbah-ul-Haq's name for the post of ICC match-referee, saying the board has never made any such offer to the outgoing Test skipper.

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Hizbul terrorist nabbed from Indo-Nepal border, Pak passport recovered

Updated: May 14, 2017 15:01 IST

Maharajganj (Uttar Pradesh) May 14 (ANI): A Hizbul Mujahideen (HuM) terrorist was apprehended by the first Batallion of the Sashastra Seema Bal's (SSB) Lucknow frontier on Saturday evening at 5.15pm.

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Rohtak horror: Additional DGP assures maximum penalty, fast-tracking of case

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:58 IST

Rohtak (Haryana) [India], May 14 (ANI): Additional Director General of Police (DGP) Akil Ahmad on Sunday assured that maximum possible penalty will be awarded to the accused in connection with the horrific Rohtak gang-rape case, adding that the police will appeal for fast-tracking the case

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Kangana Ranaut's 'Simran' poster looks intriguing!

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Kangana Ranaut, who recently revealed the first poster of her film 'Manikarnika,' will next be seen in Hansal Mehta's 'Simran'.

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Police Recruitment: Despite terror threat, Kashmiri youth turn out in large numbers

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:53 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday started their two day recruitment process, as around three thousand Kashmiri youth were seen taking part in the exercise.

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Zinc acetate tablets may cure common cold early

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): Here is another way to cure common cold easily, as according to a study, taking zinc acetate tablets may increase the rate of recovery by three folds.

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#MothersDay: Bollywood shares heartwarming messages for their moms

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The whole world is celebrating Mother's Day today and seems like B-town people cannot stop showering love on their mommies.

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Rohtak gang-rape: NCW takes suo moto cognizance, demands 'death' for accused

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The National Commission for Women (NCW) Chief Lalitha Kumaramangalam on Sunday took suo moto notice in the gruesome Rohtak gang-rape and Murder case.

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Champions Trophy winner to get USD 2.2 million as prize money

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:20 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 14 (ANI): The upcoming Champions Trophy in England and Wales from 1-18 June carries a total prize money of USD 4.5 million with the winner of the eight-team tournament taking home a cheque of USD 2.2 million, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Sunday.

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OBOR will help overcome terrorism, poverty: Nawaz Sharif

Updated: May 14, 2017 14:06 IST

Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): Hailing China's One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Sunday called Beijing a "close friend and trusted ally" of Islamabad.

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Underground section of Chennai Metro rail service inaugurated

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:48 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 14 (ANI): The first underground rail service of the Chennai Metro Rail between Thirumangalam and Nehru Park was inaugurated on Sunday by Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswamy.

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Benedict Cumberbatch, Jake Gyllenhaal to work together?

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:48 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 14 (ANI): You may see 'Prince of Persia' and 'Sherlock Holmes' acting together really soon.

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Chhattisgarh: Two security personnel injured in Bijapur encounter, search ops on

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:33 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 14 (ANI): At least two District Reserve Group (DRG) personnel were injured after an encounter broke out between security forces and Naxals in Bijapur on Sunday.

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Politicos condemn Rohtak gang-rape incident; demand stern action

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14(ANI): Condemning the brutal shocker emerging from Rohtak, where a girl was gang-raped and her mutilated body was discovered, several political leaders on Sunday came to the fore and dubbed it as one harrowing incidents of India and demanded stern action against the perpetrators.

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Commonly prescribed drugs for anxiety, insomnia may prove harmful

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): A recent study has found substantial increase in prescriptions for two drugs, pregabalin and gabapentin, used for treatment of neuropathic pain, anxiety, insomnia and other mental illnesses is closely correlated with a rise in the number of overdose deaths.

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Priyanka Chopra looks gorgeous than ever at 'Baywatch' premiere

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The world premiere of Priyanka Chopra's Hollywood debut movie 'Baywatch' happened yesterday in Miami and the actress made sure that she rocked her red-carpet look.

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Paul McCartney reveals his 'Pirates of the Caribbean' character

Updated: May 14, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Ahoy Mate! Legendary singer Paul McCartney has finally revealed his character in the upcoming 'Pirates of the Caribbean' movie and he looks completely un-recognisable.

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Resign today or will drag you to Tihar: Mishra threatens Kejriwal

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): In a dramatic press conference that ended with sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra fainting, the former accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal of corruption and warned him to resign by the evening.

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CSA Awards: Quinton de Kock named Cricketer of the Year

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:50 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 14 (ANI): Wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock was named South African Cricketer of the Year at Cricket South Africa's prestigious Awards ceremony on Saturday night.

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Make this mother's day a tech-savvy one!

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Mothers today have become increasingly inclined towards technology that can enhance their core ability to multi-task with ease. With Mother's Day on the calendar celebrating the spirit of motherhood and the importance of them in each individual's life, here are some apps that can get these 'wonder-women' clicking:

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Buxar Dalit attack: Lalu initiates action, orders immediate probe

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:29 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 14 (ANI): Aiming to put an end to atrocities against the Dalit community in Dhansoi in Buxar district, former chief minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav demanded immediate action against the perpetrators who have subjected dalits to severe mistreatment.

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Pak provokes: Over 900 people evacuated; relief camps set up along LoC

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:24 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): The evacuation of villagers in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region continues, with more than 900 people being relocated to safer places after the heavy area came under mortar shelling from across the border.

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Kapil Mishra to file case against Kejriwal over 'black money' conversion

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra on Sunday alleged corruption in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) funding while stating that facts were concealed from the Income Tax department.

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Ujjain: 'Gau rakshaks' brutally thrash man for allegedly hurting cows

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:13 IST

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), May 14 (ANI): Cow vigilantes in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh brutally thrashed a man on the suspicion of him hurting a cow.

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Pakistan sniff historic win in Dominica Test

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:13 IST

Roseau [Dominica], May 14 (ANI): Pakistan are set to bid farewell to legends Misbah-ul-haq and Younis Khan in a grand way after acquiring a dominant position after the fourth day's play in the third and final Test against West Indies at Windsor Park in Roseau.

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World must consider Balochistan's condition before joining OBOR initiative: Baloch leader

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:13 IST

Germany, May 14 (ANI): Baloch Republican Party (BRP) member from Germany, Ashraf Sherjan has advised countries joining China's the One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, to first consider the situation in Balochistan before taking any step further.

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#MothersDay: Deepika Padukone shares nostalgic photo of her 'Ma'

Updated: May 14, 2017 12:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): It's Mother's Day and everyone wants to take this moment to thank their mothers and show love to the woman that made their life so special.

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Did you know, males of great tit birds choose like-minded neighbours?

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 14 (ANI): Just like students choose their flatmates, Briton researchers have found that males of great tit birds are quiet selective when it comes to neighbourhood and opt to nest together with like-minded neighbours to improve their chances of survival.

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Beware! Long-term aspirin use may not lower risk of stroke

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A study has found that long-term use of aspirin may not lower the risk of stroke in patients with abnormal heart rhythm, but increases their risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

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Halep beats Mladenovic to retain Madrid Open title

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:44 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 14 (ANI): Romanian third seed Simona Halep successfully defended her women's singles title of the Madrid Open after defeating Kristina Mladenovic in a thrilling final on Saturday.

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Credit deployment to power, telecom sector declining: ASSOCHAM

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): An ASSOCHAM paper noted that with a declining appetite for both lenders and borrowers in debt-ridden sectors like power, telecom and mining, the deployment of bank credit to these has witnessed a plunge and the trend may continue unless the basic issue of red mark in the balance sheets of banks by way of Non-Performing Asset (NPAs) and the corporate firms in the form of back breaking leverage is addressed.

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Google Doodle celebrates motherhood through special doodle

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Google today is celebrating Mother's Day 2017 by dedicating an adorable doodle to all the mothers out there.

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Himachal: Tempo plunges off cliff, killing three people

Updated: May 14, 2017 11:07 IST

Bilaspur (Himachal Pradesh)[India], May 14 (ANI): At least three persons were killed and 14 others were injured after a Tempo traveller rolled down a cliff in Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh.

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Ramudri Someshwara Rao wins gold at 2017 World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:56 IST

Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): Ramudri Someswara Rao on Saturday won a gold medal in men's 200m T44 event at the 2017 World Para Athletics Grand Prix in China.

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After 5 yrs got an opportunity to work with 'open-minded' filmmaker Mohit Suri: Arjun Kapoor

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Actor Arjun Kapoor, who is collaborating with ace filmmaker Mohit Suri for the first time in the upcoming film 'Half Girlfriend', is all praise for the 'Aashiqui 2' director.

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Rohtak gangrape: Haryana Minister Kavita Jain demands 'fast track' courts

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:45 IST

Sonipat (Haryana)[India], May 14 (ANI): Condemning the brutal shocker emerging from Rohtak, where a girl was gangraped and her mutilated body was discovered, Haryana Women and Child Development Minister Kavita Jain demanded that dedicated, separate courts should be set up in the country for speedy trial of cases involving sexual assaults on women.

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West Bengal: Local body polls begin for 7 municipal bodies

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:31 IST

Kolkata [India], May. 14 (ANI): In West Bengal, local body polls are being held for seven municipal bodies today.

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Water Tanker scam: ACB summons Kejriwal's political advisor Vaibhav Kumar

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Sunday sent a summons notice to the political advisor of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Vaibhav Kumar in connection with water tanker scam.

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Trump needs 'a pacifier and a rattle': Former CIA official

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:14 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 14 (ANI): Former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) official Philip Mudd has said that he feels like the President of the United States needs "a pacifier and a rattle", while also adding that he was "breathing a sigh of relief" after the latter's Friday's tweets, because they couldn't be taken seriously.

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'Satyagraha' Day 5: Kapil Mishra promises another mega expose today

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) rebel Kapil Mishra whose hunger strike entered its fifth day on Sunday, asserted that he will continue with his mission to expose corrupt elements in his party later today.

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7th Junior National Hockey Women C'ship: MP beat Punjab 8-0 to enter finals

Updated: May 14, 2017 10:11 IST

Bhopal/Bengaluru (Madhya Pradesh/Karnataka) [India], May 14 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy took a giant step towards the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' Division title, defeating defending champions Hockey Punjab 8-0 in the semi-finals in Bhopal on Saturday.

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Mumbai: 15-year-old beaten to death by cricket bat in Dharavi

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:58 IST

Dharavi (Mumbai), May 14 (ANI): A 15-year-old boy was beaten to death on Saturday with a cricket bat and stumps after a heated argument in Mumbai's Dharavi locality.

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Protests in Gilgit-Baltistan as OBOR summit opens in Beijing

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:57 IST

Gilgit-Baltistan [Pakistan-occupied Kashmir] May 14 (ANI): As China opened one of its biggest foreign policy initiatives since 1949 - the One Belt One Road (OBOR) summit in Beijing, which is being attended by heads of state and government of over 23 nations, including Pakistan, protests broke out in Gilgit-Baltistan against the ongoing construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project under the Belt and Road initiative.

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I get affected by failures but learn from them: Arjun Kapoor

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Actor Arjun Kapoor believes that success and failure are a part of life, but one should not get bogged down by failures. After acting in flops like 'Tevar' and 'Ki & Ka' the 31-year-old actor is back with a bang in Mohit Suri's upcoming rom -com 'Half Girlfriend'.

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Coimbatore: 112 feet tall 'Adiyogi' Lord Shiva statue enters Guinness World Records

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:29 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 14 (ANI): The 112 feet tall 'Adiyogi' Lord Shiva steel statue situated in Coimbatore at the Isha Yoga Centre, has been declared the world's largest bust by the Guinness Books of World Records.

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Amid Pakistan provocation, Congress urges Centre for 'dialogue'

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): As the Pakistan Army continued its unprovoked ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir and along the Line of Control (LoC), the Congress on Sunday continued to push its agenda for a dialogue between the two hostile neighbors.

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India skips China's OBOR summit in Beijing

Updated: May 14, 2017 09:23 IST

New Delhi [India], Apr. 14 (ANI): After making its displeasure clear over Chinese flagship project 'One Belt, One Road' (OBOR) citing that the project ignores core concerns on sovereignty and territorial integrity, New Delhi officially skipped the event honoring the project in Beijing.

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Corporal horror: Student loses eyesight after getting caned by vice-principal

Updated: May 14, 2017 08:43 IST

Allahabad, (Uttar Pradesh), [India], May 14 ANI: In yet another case of corporal punishment, a Class XII student of St. Joseph's School, Allahabad became the victim of brutality of the worst kind.

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Hyderabad: One killed, four injured after car rams into traffic pole

Updated: May 14, 2017 08:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 17 (ANI): One person was killed and four others injured after a Scorpio car ramped into a traffic pole in Hyderabad's Cyberabad area.

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War of words sparks off between Barkati and WB minister over red beacon

Updated: May 14, 2017 08:15 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 14 (ANI): Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Masjid, Maulana Noor-ur Rehman Barkati on Sunday came down heavily on West Bengal minister Siddiqullah Chowdhury for refusing to remove red beacon from his car.

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SRK cheers for KKR despite loss at Eden Gardens

Updated: May 14, 2017 08:01 IST

Kolkata [India], May 14 (ANI): Despite a disappointing loss at the hands of the Mumbai Indians, the crowd at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata had a reason to smile as Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan waved at the fans off the pitch.

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JK: Pakistan continues to provoke, violates ceasefire in Rajouri

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:48 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), May 14 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Sunday initiated indiscriminate firing of small arms, automatics, 82 mm and 120 mm mortars along the Line of Control (LoC) in Chiti Bakri area of Rajouri sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Jharkhand: Massive Naxal ammunition cache recovered

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:48 IST

Ranchi [India], May. 14 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force along with the Jharkhand police in a joint operation, busted a Naxal ammunition dump in the forest area of Lohardanga, Jharkhand yesterday evening.

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Repercussions on Pak if it fails to adhere to ICJ order: Nikam on Jadhav's case

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 14 (ANI): Maharashtra public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Sunday said serious consequences would follow Pakistan if it fails to adhere to the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) verdict on former Indian naval officer Kulbhushan Jadahv's case.

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Nepal: First phase of historic local-level elections begins

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:17 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 14 (ANI): The first phase of the historic local-level elections in Nepal has begun. The polls are Nepal's first since the country adopted a new Constitution in September 2015.

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Don't politicise Rohtak gang rape incident: BJP to Rahul

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:17 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 14 (ANI): Hitting back at Rahul Gandhi for dubbing the Rohtak gang rape case as the result of 'jungle raj' in Haryana, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday asked the Congress vice president not to politicise the issue and assured of stern action against the culprits.

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Congress corners Haryana Govt. over Rohtak Gang rape case

Updated: May 14, 2017 07:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): The Congress party on Sunday castigated the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government in Haryana for its insensitivity and inability to provide safe environment after a woman was gang raped and brutally killed in the Rohtak district.

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OBOR huge security threat to India: Defence experts

Updated: May 14, 2017 06:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Defence experts on Sunday said the Chinese flagship programme 'One Belt, One Road,' a network of trade route that seeks to connect Asia, Africa, the West Asia and Europe, poses a major security threat to India as Beijing is trying to encircle New Delhi by undertaking construction projects in the neighbouring countries under the guise of connectivity purposes.

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CPEC will continue to face resistance: Baloch Diaspora France President

Updated: May 14, 2017 06:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Baloch Diaspora France President Ali Akbar Mengal has said the china pakistan economic corridor (CPEC), an initiative under the One Road, One Belt project that seeks to connect Pakistan's Gwadar port to Chinese Xinjia

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Nowshera ceasefire violation aftermath: People take shelter in camps, schools indefinitely shut

Updated: May 14, 2017 06:41 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): As the Pakistan Army continued its unprovoked ceasefire violation in Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, as many as eight villages were seriously affected in the aftermath.

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Health Secretary failed to heed 'warning signs' before cyber attack hit NHS

Updated: May 14, 2017 06:03 IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 14 (ANI): The National Health Service (NHS) failed to pay heed to repeated warnings that its old computer systems were vulnerable to cyber attack especially the one that affected it and spread across other countries a day before.

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North Korea launches missile; its first after April 29 failure

Updated: May 14, 2017 05:28 IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 14 (ANI): In what happens to be the first test since a new President took office in South Korea last week and called for dialogue with the North, the latter has launched a ballistic missile.

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Turkey: 23 killed as bus plunges off 15 metre cliff

Updated: May 14, 2017 05:06 IST

Ankara [Turkey], May 14 (ANI): At least 23 people were killed and 11 other seriously injured after a bus carrying women and children plunged off a cliff near the Turkish resort of Marmaris.

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Have seen firsthand 'how the system is broken': Trump

Updated: May 14, 2017 04:47 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 14 (ANI): In his first commencement speech as the United States President, Donald Trump quite comprehensively lashed out at the Washington naysayers.

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Trump may pick new FBI director within a week

Updated: May 14, 2017 04:31 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 14 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said he might name a replacement for former FBI director James Comey within a week even as some experts continue to challenge the legality of the decision to fire the latter.

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Cyber security expert blames breakdown in U.S. intelligence protocols for Ransomware attack

Updated: May 14, 2017 03:55 IST

London [U.K.], May 14 (ANI): A cyber security expert has said the attack, which temporarily crippled the National Health Service (NHS) in Britain and other parts of the world a day before, reveals the failure of the United States Government's "protocols for warning software developers and the private sector about system vulnerabilities."

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Trump urges graduates to learn 'lesson from his outsider status'

Updated: May 14, 2017 02:06 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 14 (ANI): Donald Trump, in his first commencement speech as the United States President, encouraged graduating seniors at Liberty University to draw lessons from his example as a political outsider, telling them to embr

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India won't accept OBOR, it ignores core concerns on sovereignty: MEA

Updated: May 14, 2017 01:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): India has expressed its displeasure over Chinese flagship project 'One Belt, One Road' (OBOR), citing the nation would not accept a project that ignores its core concerns on sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Pak Army warns India against cross LoC 'misadventure'

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Saturday warned India against any 'misadventure' by its troops along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB).

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Mamata should jump into sea if she is ashamed of being born in India: Haryana Minister

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:31 IST

Ambala (Haryana): [India], May 13 (ANI): Haryana's Sports Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Anil Vij on Saturday said that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee should jump into the sea if she is 'ashamed of being born an Indian.'

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Evacuation of villagers continues in Nowshera post ceasefire violation

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:15 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): The evacuation of villagers in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region continues, with thousands of people being relocated to safer places after the heavy area came under mortar shelling from across the border.

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N. Korea urges UN members to reconsider sanctions

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:14 IST

New York [USA]/Seoul [South Korea], May 13 (ANI): North Korea's mission to the United Nations has appealed the member states to reconsider implementing sanctions on the communist regime.

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Wrestler Bajrang Punia thanks people for gold medal win

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia (65 Kg), who clinched the gold medal in the Asian Wrestling Championship Finals on Saturday, said the medal was due to the blessings of people and to his coaches.

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Case registered against BJP MLA, DJS's president for provoking speeches

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:03 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 13 (ANI): The police registered two separate cases against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Goshamahal MLA Raja Singh and the president of an organisation Darsgah Jihad-O-Shahadat (DJS) Abdul Majid for promoting enmity among the public.

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Post rejection of his beheading threat, Zakir Musa quits Hizb-ul Mujahideen

Updated: May 13, 2017 23:03 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): Hizb-ul-Mujahideen commander Zakir Musa quit the terror oufit on Saturday after it refused to endorse or back his warning that separatist leaders would be beheaded for calling the Kashmir issue "political".

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Muneer Khan appointed new IGP of Kashmir range

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:38 IST

Srinagar (J&K) [India], May 13 (ANI): Muneer Khan has been appointed as new Inspector General (IG) of police, Kashmir range on Saturday replacing S.J.M. Gillani.

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Thousands pay tribute, take out candlelight march for Lt. Ummer Fayaz at India Gate

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Thousands of people from all walks of life took part in a candlelight march to pay tribute to slain Indian Army Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz at the India Gate here on Saturday.

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People should start taking care of their health: Shilpa Shetty

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Actress Shilpa Shetty feels people should take some time out of their busy schedules to take care of their health.

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Chinese President calls for giving a boost to CPEC construction

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:23 IST

Beijing [China], May 13 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for giving a boost to the construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

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Hackers behind the global cyber attack have raised USD 20,000: Experts

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:13 IST

London [UK], May 13 (ANI): Friday's global ransomware cyber-attack that targeted tens of thousands of computers in around 100 countries and crippled the NHS England systems appears to have raised just USD 20,000 for the hackers, according to experts working with investigators.

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Of the 48 affected NHS England hospitals, six remain unoperational

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:11 IST

London [UK], May 13 (ANI): British Home Secretary Amber Rudd said that Friday's cyber attack has affected 48 of the 248 NHS trusts in England, with all but six now back to normal.

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Two arrested in Rohtak gang-rape case, says ADGP Law and Order

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:11 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], May 13 (ANI): Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order), Muhammad Akil on Saturday informed that two people have been arrested so far in the brutal Rohtak gang-rape case and added that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) team has been formed to conduct a fast probe.

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Be a part of energy efficiency revolution, Goyal says in London

Updated: May 13, 2017 22:03 IST

London (United Kingdom), May 13 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Power Piyush Goyal on Saturday launched the Ujala Scheme of energy efficient LED bulbs in London.

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Father and brother shoot girl for family's honour in UP

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:57 IST

Sambal, (Uttar Pradesh), [India], May 13 (ANI): A father shot his daughter on hearing of her love affair in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district on Saturday.

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Mayawati challenges Adityanath to renovate Kanshi Ram, Ambedkar's memorials

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:48 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Bahujan Samaja Party chief Mayawati on Saturday challenged Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to renovate the memorials of party founder Kanshi Ram and Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, and said that if he could not do so, he should stop expressing concern about them.

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Go Air recovers 8.643 kg gold from two in Kolkata

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:44 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal)[India], May 13 (ANI): Go Air flight officials have confirmed the recovery of 8.643 kg gold from two individuals in Kolkata.

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Male Muslims cannot universally dissolve marriage: Najma Heptullah

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:40 IST

Manipur [India], May 13 (ANI): Hailing Supreme Court's decision of examining whether the practice of triple talaq is 'is fundamental to religion' and whether 'it falls in the category of enforceable fundamental rights, Manipur Governor, Najma Heptullah on Saturday dubbed it a right move.

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Rohtak gangrape reflects governments' failure: Congress

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Congress on Saturday cornered the Haryana and central governments over the Rohtak gangrape incident, asserting that the incident reflects their failure on the law and order front.

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Jammu Police arrest five, busts LeT module in Doda

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:19 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], May 13 (ANI): Jammu Police on Saturday confirmed that they had arrested five persons and busted a Lakshar-e-Taiba (LeT) module, following the May 7 attack on a police station on Tanta Doda district.

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Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind stages protests outside Kolkata's Tipu Sultan Mosque

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:16 IST

(Kolkata) West Bengal [India], May 13 (ANI): Activists of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind on Saturday staged a protest outside the Tipu Sultan Masjid here against Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati.

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Ghaziabad Police says will arrest IPL betting racket kingpin soon

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:16 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Ghaziabad Superintendent of Police Akash Tomar said Saturday that the Indian Premier League (IPL) betting racket kingpin, who operates from New Delhi, would be arrested soon.

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Pak continuing with cowardly acts, says J-K Deputy CM

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:13 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Saturday condemned the ceasefire violation in the Nowshera sector, and said that Pakistan is just carrying on with its cowardly acts.

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There is madness in Bollywood, but a method to it: Shilpa Shetty

Updated: May 13, 2017 21:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Bollywood diva Shilpa Shetty who has been a part of Bollywood for more than 20 years, feels that she is witnessing a lot of change in the working patterns of Bollywood.

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4 killed as Boko Haram suicide bombers target Nigeria's Maiduguri University

Updated: May 13, 2017 20:55 IST

Maiduguri [Nigeria], May 13 (ANI): A security personnel and three suspected suicide bombers were killed in two separate explosions at a university in Nigeria's Maiduguri city early Saturday.

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Pak summons Indian envoy over ceasefire violation

Updated: May 13, 2017 20:18 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): Pakistan on Saturday summoned India's Deputy High Commissioner J.P. Singh over the latest ceasefire violation between the two nations.

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Bajrang Punia bags gold, Sarita claims silver in Asian Wrestling C'ship finals

Updated: May 13, 2017 20:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Indian wrestlers Bajrang Punia (65 Kg) clinched gold medal and Sarita Mor (58 kg) bagged a silver medal in Asian Wrestling Championship Finals on Saturday.

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Former Principal Information Officer I. Ramamohan Rao passes away

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:58 IST

New Delhi [India],May 13 (ANI): Former Principal Information Officer to the Government of India Mr. I. Ramamohan Rao passed away on Saturday. He was 83

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Hindi version of 'Baahubali 2' version nets 392 crore at the box office

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The biggest money-maker among Hindi films in the country is not a Bollywood movie anymore but a Telugu film's Hindi-dubbed version.

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Mehbooba flays protestors, says their number is small

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:52 IST

Srinagar [India] May 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday said there are more youth who are working for the development of the state in comparison to those who are out on the streets.

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Mufti condemns Nowshera ceasefire, calls for 'brotherhood, peace'

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:44 IST

Jammu [India], May. 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday called for 'brotherhood and peace' between India and Pakistan post the cross-border firing in the state's Nowshera sector.

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WB minister flouts Centre's order, uses red beacon on vehicle

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:44 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), May 13 (ANI): West Bengal Minister Siddiqullah Chowdhury, who had questioned the Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Mosque, Maulana Noor-ur Rehman Barkati, over the use of the red beacon, was himself using it atop his vehicle.

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INS Rajput reaches Yangon for OTR

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:34 IST

Visakhapatnam [India] May 13 (ANI): INS Rajput, Indian Navy's front line guided missile destroyer entered Yangon, Myanmar for an Operational Turn around (OTR) from May 11 to 13.

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U.S. to draft proposals to settle expelled Russian diplomats issue

Updated: May 13, 2017 19:03 IST

Vladivostok [Russia], May 13 (ANI): A Russian spokesperson has said Washington will prepare proposals to solve the situation around the recent expulsion of Russian diplomats soon.

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Palestine President to undertake four day visit of India

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas will undertake a four day state visit to India from 14 May at the invitation of President Pranab Mukherjee.

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High level meet reviews security arrangements for Amarnath Yatra

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:28 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): A high level meeting of police and Central Armed Police Forces officers reviewed security arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra on Saturday.

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Mehbooba lashes out at electronic media

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:28 IST

Srinagar [India] May 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday lashed out at electronic media for "portraying all Kashmiri youths as stone pelters and militant sympathisers".

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Automobile Society to give skill development push to auto sector

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Automobile Society (India) is planning to establish more student chapters and regional offices all over India to promote skill development programmes in the field of automobile and related sectors.

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Four relief camps established, 26 others identified, says Rajouri DC

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:15 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Rajouri, Shahid Iqbal Choudhary has said that the government has established four relief camps and another 26 are being identified in case people are evacuated from

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CPI (M) uses murder to destroy political opponents: RSS

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh condemned the murder of an RSS worker in Kannur, Kerala on Saturday and the murder politics of the Communist Party of India (Marxist).

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Gunmen kill ten workers linked to CPEC project in Balochistan

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:09 IST

Gwadar [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): At least 10 workers have reportedly been killed and two others injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire on the laborers working on a multi-billion-dollar China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) road project in Balochistan on Saturday.

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This Mother's Day, make your mom 'keep up with the Kardashians'

Updated: May 13, 2017 18:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): If your mom is a fan of the Kardashians, then good news - you can gift her something special from their wardrobe as their designer outfits will be up for grabs on the Mother's Day.

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Raikkonen quickest as Ferrari fight back in Spanish GP third practice

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:52 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 13 (ANI): Finnish driver Kimi Raikonnen fended off his team-mate and four-time world champions Sebastian Vettel as Ferrari fought back to make a one-two finish in the third and final practice of this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix at the Barcelona race track on Saturday.

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Tech that, mum! Techie gifts for your digital-first mom

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Gone are the days when our moms used to struggle to operate smartphones. Time has evolved, and so have our mums.

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INS Darshak completes survey in Sri Lanka

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:46 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 13 (ANI): INS Darshak, the survey vehicle of the Eastern Naval Command successfully completed surveys of Weligama Bay and the southern coast of Sri Lanka over a period of two months.

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BJP unit in Kerala condemns hacking of its worker

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:37 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], May 13 (ANI): BJP MLA O. Rajagopal condemned the recent hacking of a young BJP worker in kannur.

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This Mother's Day, make your mom feel special with just one tap

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Mother's day is here and it's the perfect day to make your mom feel special for everything she has done for you.

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'Madhav Jha' is once in a lifetime character: Arjun Kapoor

Updated: May 13, 2017 17:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): With smashing hits like 'Ishaqzaade', 'Gunday' and '2 States' to his credit, Arjun Kapoor has proved to be an actor par excellence.

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Imam Barkati finally removes red beacon from his car

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:57 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal), May 13 (ANI): Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Masjid, Maulana Noor-ur Rehman Barkati, who had initially refused to remove the red beacon from his car, finally agreed to follow Centre's order.

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NCERT clarifies over 'Aksai Chin-China' row

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): Clarifying its stand over the row surrounding Aksai Chin being shown as part of China in its textbooks, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) said that the map on which the error was observed was not of India, but of South East Asia.

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Sonia Gandhi expresses outrage over brutal Rohtak gangrape

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Condemning the brutal shocker emerging from Rohtak, where a girl was gangraped and her mutilated body was discovered, Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Saturday expressed deep shock and outrage over the incident.

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'Not Islamic': Bhutto's daughter slams bill forbidding public eating during Ramzan

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Twitter to express her outrage over Ehtram-e-Ramazan (Amendment) Bill which prohibits eating and drinking in public during the month of Ramazan and even threatens imprisonment for offenders.

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Cooch Behar: TMC workers attack BJP leaders

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:33 IST

Cooch Behar (West Bengal), May 13(ANI): Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers allegedly attacked two Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Saturday here.

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India,U.S. ties gaining in strength, says embassy official

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:33 IST

New York [U.S.], May 13 (ANI):The Indian government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been successful in strengthening New Delhi's ties with Washington inspite of the recent change of guard at the White House in January this year, said an officer of the Embassy of the United States here.

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Kejriwal working on making Delhi 'mosquito free': Sisodia

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued directions for a comprehensive plan to make Delhi mosquito free, said Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Saturday.

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Maharashtra: Bear mauls six to death

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:25 IST

Chandrapur (Maharashtra) [India], May 13 (ANI): Six people died after a bear attacked them in Chandrapur's Bramhapuri forest area today morning.

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PeeCee, Adriana flaunt their bikini bods on Miami beach

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Looks like, Priyanka Chopra and her BFF Adriana Lima had a nice sun-kissed time on Miami beach.

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Lendl jetting in to save Murray's season ahead of French Open

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:10 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 13 (ANI): World number one Andy Murray is all set to work closely with his part-time coach Ivan Lendl before the French Open in a bid to arrest his recent slump in form.

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Caitlyn Jenner's reaction if 'little girl' Kendall was to change her sex

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:10 IST

London [UK], May 7 (ANI): Caitlyn Jenner has spilled the beans on how she would react if her daughter Kendall Jenner wanted to turn into a man.

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Mishra's hunger strike is 'BJP sponsored': Sisodia

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): Kapil Mishra's hunger strike is sponsored by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleged Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia here today.

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AAP MLA tries to launch 'counter hunger strike' against Mishra

Updated: May 13, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party MLA Sanjeev Jha, who was planning to go on a hunger strike against the allegations made by sacked party leader Kapil Mishra, was today detained by Delhi Police.

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EU, U.S. need to revisit Durand Line to end Pak terror policy

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:59 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 13 (ANI): Describing the Afghanistan-Pakistan region as the breeding ground for international terrorism, European Parliament (EP) Vice President Ryszard Czarnecki has said there is a need for the European Union and the United States to review their respective Afghan policy to foster long-term peace in the region, rather than pouring millions of Euros in aid to Afghanistan, and trying to win a war that cannot be won.

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While some hail VVPAT, AAP and Sena express their doubts

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Election Commission's (EC) move towards promoting the use of voter verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) on Friday was received with mixed reactions, some hailed the decision, while others continued to raise doubts about its authenticity.

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Shopian: GoC Victor Force visits slain Lt. Ummer Fayaz's grieving family

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:47 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 13 (ANI): Major General B.S. Raju, Victor Force, General Officer Commanding (GOC) on Saturday met the the grieving family of slain Indian Army Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian and assured him that his death will not go in vain.

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Pak ceasefire violations: Defence expert calls on Centre to protect civilians

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:33 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Defense expert Major general S. R. Sinho on Saturday emphasized the Indian government's duty to inform its citizens about the border control measures in Jammu and Kashmir.

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IPL: Six bookies arrested with Rs. 70,000 in Ghaziabad

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:33 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Two days after betting rackets were busted in Delhi and Kanpur, six more bookies have been arrested with Rs 70,000 from Ghaziabad in connection with the Indian Premier League (IPL) betting.

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Idea's Q4 net loss narrows to Rs. 327.7 cr; revenue at Rs. 8,126 cr

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Telecom major Idea Cellular's on Saturday announced its net loss for March quarter at Rs. 327.7 crore, which hassled the Street expectations on the back of big gains in bottom line.

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Sena MLA sends 'proxy' to drought-hit village, faces heat from BJP

Updated: May 13, 2017 15:24 IST

Mumbai, (Maharashtra), [India], May 13 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday came down heavily on the Shiv Sena after its MLA made headlines for sending his 'proxy' to meet farmers of a drought-hit village.

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IPL: Five bookies arrested with Rs. 70,000 in Ghaziabad

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:59 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Two days after betting rackets were busted in Delhi and Kanpur, five more bookies have been arrested with Rs 70,000 from Ghaziabad in connection with the Indian Premier League (IPL) betting.

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Beijing: Nawaz Sharif- Jinping display bonhomie over OBOR

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:50 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI) : Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif reached Beijing on Saturday and felicitated his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang for organising the international forum to highlight One Belt One Road Initiative.

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J-K: School to be renamed after slain hero Lt. Ummer Fayaz

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:40 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 13 (ANI): To honour the death of Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz who was abducted and later killed by a group of militants in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army has decided to rename a school after the former as 'Lt. Ummer Goodwill School'.

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Race, gender, socioeconomic factors affect heart surgery outcomes

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:26 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): A first-of-its-kind study discovered that women and minorities who underwent a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), also known as angioplasty, are at a greater risk of experiencing recurrent cardiac events within the first year after their procedure compared to Caucasian men.

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AFC Asian Cup: India to camp Mumbai ahead of Kyrgyz qualifier

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [Indian], May 13 (ANI): The Indian national football team will be camping in Mumbai at the Andheri Sports Complex from May 20, to prepare for India's forthcoming AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 qualifying match against the Kyrgyz Republic which is slated to be played in Bengaluru on June 13.

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India likely to skip OBOR event in China

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): India is likely to skip the two-day international event of One Belt, One Road (OBOR) initiative being organised by China with much fanfare in Beijing .

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Now, a tool that can help prevent surging waters in flood plains

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): A group of international scientists studying China's Yellow River has come up with an analytic formula that could help officials better predict and prevent its all-too-frequent floods, which threaten as many as 80 million people.

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Pope Francis to canonise children at Fatima shrine

Updated: May 13, 2017 14:14 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI): Pope Francis has arrived in the Portuguese town of Fatima, the symbol of peace to honour two children whose visions of the Virgin Mary 100 years ago marked one of the most important events of the 20th-century Catholic church.

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Bajrang Punia, Sarita storm into finals of Asian Wrestling C'ship

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Indian wrestlers Bajrang Punia (65 Kg) and Sarita (58 Kg) have assured India of two more silver medals in the ongoing Asian Wrestling Championship after they stormed into the finals of their respective categories here in the national capital on Saturday.

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Hubble catches unusual galaxy duo by the 'Hare'

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has spotted a peculiar object in the Hare constellation that's made up of two individual galaxies, speeding past each other at more than 2 million kilometres per hour.

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BJD discord: Jay Panda respects 'punishment' if it welfares party

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:50 IST

New Delhi [India], may 13 (ANI): Accepting his party president Naveen Patnaik's prerogative of removing him from the post of party spokesperson, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Jay Panda on Saturday said if the step is for the party's betterment then he respects it.

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A stitch in time saves lives in certain heart attack patients

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): Early treatment in the patients with a severe type of heart attack can add years to their lives, according to a recent study.

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Pakistan ready to play in India as part of BCCI contract: Shaharyar Khan

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:32 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has clarified his recent comment on agreeing to play series in India, saying that it was related to the contract signed between his board and the Board of control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2014.

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AAP finally showing its true colors to Delhi: Centre

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka), May 13 (ANI): Following Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra's startling claims against Arvind Kejriwal, the Centre on Saturday asserted that the AAP convener should face the truth because rejecting the reality will take them away from people further.

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Pakistani actress Saba Qamar was my first choice: Irrfan

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:30 IST

New Delhi (India), May 13 (ANI): When Pakistani actor Mahira Khan made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in 'Raees', she wanted to visit India and promote her film alongside the romance king. However, the backlash against Pakistani artistes following the Uri attack forced her to stay away from India.

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BJP accuses Kerala Govt. of unleashing violence

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:23 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala) [India], May 13 (ANI): Condemning the rising political killings in the state, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President, K. Rajasekharan accused the Pinarayi Vijayan-led state government of unleashing violence in the state to silence the opposition.

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'Fasting' Kapil Mishra refuses hospitalization

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): The 'fasting' former Delhi minister Kapil Mishra on Saturday turned down the advice of the doctors to get hospitalized, as his hunger strike entered its fourth day today.

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Declare Pakistan a terror state: Panthers Party protests outside Pakistan High Commission

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's National Panthers Party (NPP) staged a demonstration outside the Pakistan High Commission in the national capital on Saturday demanding to declare Pakistan a terror state.

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JK: Terrorists open fire on Army patrol in Tral

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:07 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 13 (ANI): Amid the ongoing firing by Pakistan along the Line of Control, an Indian Army patrol party fired was upon by terrorists in Pulwama's Tral area of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Execution of Agreement between GoAP, HCL Technologies for R&D facilities, IT Services and Skill Development Centre in Vijayawada

Updated: May 13, 2017 13:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): The Government of Andhra Pradesh executed an Agreement with M/s HCL Technologies regarding HCL's proposed facility in Vijayawada and Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh today.

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'Winged' snakes once slithered the Earth

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): A mysterious 5-million-year-old "winged serpent" has finally been identified as a new species of ancient snakes.

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Ponting picks Dhoni as captain for his IPL 'all-time XI'

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:54 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 13 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has picked Rising Pune Supergiant's Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli in his all-time Indian Premier League XI, which comprises of seven Indians and four overseas players.

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Osama bin Laden's son plans to 'avenge' his father's death

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:47 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI) : Osama Bin Laden's documents seized in the Abbottabad raid reveal that the Al-Qaeda leader's son, Hamza Bin Laden is most likely to carry forward his father's infamous legacy forward and avenge his dad's death

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Wasn't puzzled as 'Puzzle' fit the bill perfectly: Irrfan

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi (India), May 13 (ANI): After 'Hindi Medium' it is time for Irrfan Khan to go 'English Medium'.

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Working with Deepika was a self discovery for me: Irrfan Khan

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi (India), May 12 (ANI): Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Irrfan Khan's light and breezy chemistry in 'Piku' had enthralled the audience earlier and Deepika's obedient daughter's character alongside Amitabh Bachchan made her win not only applauds but also awards.

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Rohtak: Woman gang-raped, murdered after spurning marriage proposal

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:45 IST

Rohtak (Haryana) [India] May 13 (ANI): A woman was brutally gang-raped and murdered in Haryana's Rohtak, wherein later her mutilated body was found in an empty plot here.

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JK Rowling urges people not to buy 'stolen' Harry Potter prequel

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): It is not just a normal postcard, but a rare 'Harry Potter' prequel handwritten that has been stolen and so, its author JK Rowling doesn't want you to buy it.

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California Walnut Commission participates in INC World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress in Chennai

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI-NewsVoir): California Walnut Commission is all set to be a part of the largest annual congress hosted by the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) first time ever in Chennai, India from May 19-21, 2017.

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Jammu: All schools along LoC closed for indefinite period

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:11 IST

Jammu [India], May 13 (ANI): Following a series of ceasefire violations by Pakistan, all schools in Nowshera, Qila Darhal and Manjakote along the Line of Control (LOC) shall remain closed for an indefinite period.

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Here's how smartphones can speed up ER discharges

Updated: May 13, 2017 12:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): Smartphones in the emergency rooms can help discharge patients faster, according to a recent study.

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Analysing foods for radioactive substances

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): A team of researchers is analysing foods for radioactive substances.

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About time India-Pak have 'dialogue': Congress

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Condemning Hizbul Mujahideen's warning to behead separatist leaders who create hurdles in the terror outfit's path of enforcing Sharia in Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress on Saturday said that such issues could no longer be ignored as both India and Pakistan needed to find a solution through policy of dialogue.

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Punjab: No cash, no ambulance, son compelled to carry father's body on cart

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:38 IST

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], May 13 (ANI): Yet another case of administrative apathy, this time in Punjab, came to fore when a labourer was compelled to carry his father's body on a cart as he was unable to pay Rs. 400 to a private ambulance carrier.

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Good diet, exercise can keep osteoarthritis at bay

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): You may want to hit the gym immediately and avoid poor diet as according to a recent study, these lifestyle changes can ward osteoarthritis off.

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Shiv Sena MLA sends 'proxy' to address drought-hit farmers

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:29 IST

Osmanabad (Maharashtra) [India] May 13 (ANI): A Shiv Sena leader representing Maharashtra's drought-hit district of Osmanabad allegedly sent a proxy to his constituency to address drought hit farmers.

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Batshuayi's late winner guides Chelsea to Premier League glory

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:27 IST

London [U.K], May 13 (ANI): Substitute Michy Batshuayi smashed a late goal as Chelsea secured the Premier League title with two matches to spare after registering a 1-0 home victory against West Brom at The Hawthorns on Saturday.

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Pakistan ready with arguments to pursue case against Jadhav before ICJ

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:23 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): Pakistan has devised their strategy on how they are going to plead their point of view in the public hearing on Monday before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the conviction of Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Is your child inviting rejection?

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): Turns out, playground politics is much more complex than we thought.

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"Kill switch" stops spread of ransomware cyber- attacks

Updated: May 13, 2017 11:00 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI) : An accidental hero has halted the global spread of the 'WannaCry ransomware' that wreaked havoc on various organizations across the globe on Friday, from the UK's National health Service to European telecoms company Telefonica and FedEx of the US.

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Chronic physical illness in childhood can give you blues later

Updated: May 13, 2017 10:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): Chronic physical illness in children increases the chances of them having depression and anxiety in adulthood, according to a recent study.

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CPI asks EC to go beyond EVMs, initiate electoral reforms

Updated: May 13, 2017 10:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): As the Election Commission announced that all the elections would now be held with verifiable paper audit trails (VVPATs), the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Saturday criticised the former for failing to consider proportional representation as an alternative method of voting procedure.

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Dominica Test: Windies crawl to 218-5 at stumps against Pakistan

Updated: May 13, 2017 10:57 IST

Roseau [Dominica], May 13 (ANI): Roston Chase retired hurt as West Indies crawled to 218 for five against Pakistan in their first innings on Day Three of the third and the final Test at Windsor Park here last evening.

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Jammu: Two civilians killed as Pakistan violates ceasefire in Nowshera

Updated: May 13, 2017 10:15 IST

Jammu [India], May. 13 (ANI): Two civilians have been killed as Pakistan Army continued its unprovoked ceasefire violation in Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, to which the Indian troops are giving a befitting reply.

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Delhi: Deceased police inspector's wife cries foul, demands CBI probe

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Alleging that provocation by a senior police officer led to police inspector Kaushal Ganguly's death at the C.R. Park Police Station, his wife has sought registering a case against the former and has urged for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigation.

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Don't portray my father as 'underworld don': Haji Mastan's son threatens Rajinikanth

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Tamil actor and superstar Rajinikanth has received a legal notice from Sundar Shaekhar, who claims to be the son of underworld don Haji Mastan Mirza.

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NASA rejects Trump's request for manning space rocket

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:29 IST

New York [U.S.], May 13 (ANI): NASA will be launching its Space Launch System in 2019, but has ruled out putting a crew on board.

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Trump faces 'isolation' after Comey's firing

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:26 IST

New York [U.S.], May 13 (ANI):US President Donald Trump is under severe criticism from various quarters including the White House, after Comey's sudden and hasty dismissal.

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'I'm fine, won't stop satyagraha': Kapil Mishra's hunger strike enters day 4

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Sacked Aam Admi Party (AAP) minister Kapil Mishra, whose indefinite hunger strike entered its fourth day today, asserted that he won't stop his 'satyagraha' till he receives the adequate information about the junkets being made with the AAP.

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Deceased ISIS-Khorasan Province leader was trained in US-blacklisted madrassa in Pakistan: US

Updated: May 13, 2017 09:07 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 13 (ANI): On May 7, 2017, U.S. forces in Afghanistan confirmed that Abdul Hasib, the chief of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant-Khorasan Province (ISIS-K) , also known as Wilayat Khorasan (WK), in Afghanistan, was killed in a combined Afghan/US raid in Nangarhar province.

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Vivek Oberoi's company donates 25 flats to families of CRPF bravehearts

Updated: May 13, 2017 08:18 IST

Thane (Maharashtra), May 13 (ANI): Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi's company Karrm Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. has donated 25 flats to the families of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) martyrs in Thane, Maharashtra.

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Jammu: Pakistan violates ceasefire for third consecutive day in Nowshera

Updated: May 13, 2017 08:05 IST

Jammu [India], May. 13 (ANI): Pakistan Army continued its unprovoked ceasefire violation in Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, to which the Indian troops gave a befitting reply.

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Stand ready to lend technical support, assistance: DHS on cyber attack

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:44 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI): Hours after the malware that affected the National Health Service (NHS) England spread to as many as 74 countries, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a statement saying it was "aware of reports of ransomware known as WannaCry affecting multiple global entities."

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Lankan Govt. settling Sinhalese in Tamil-dominated areas: Activist

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:44 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 13 (ANI): Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced construction of 10,000 houses for Tamils in Sri Lanka, noted Tamil activist Pazha Nedumaran on Saturday said that there were already 4000 houses built, but the government in Colombo has been settling Sinhalese people in those colonies.

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DMK questions PM Modi's silence on fishermen issue during Colombo visit

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:44 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 13 (ANI): Welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement of 10,000 houses for Indian origin Tamils in Sri Lanka, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham (DMK) on Saturday raised doubts on the steps initiated by the former to redress issues of Tamil fishermen in his two-day visit to Colombo.

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Naseemuddin Siddiqui lambasts Mayawati over fresh corruption charges

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:44 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): Ousted Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Saturday castigated "blackmailer" Mayawati for "falsely accusing" him of collecting membership money and failing to deposit to the party's exchequer.

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Aligarh buffalo skinning incident: Don't give communal colour, says BJP

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:15 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 13 (ANI): Amid the hue and cry over a mob thrashing of six men in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh district for skinning a buffalo, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said such incidents should not be given a "communal colour" and added that the concerned authorities would take a strong note of the situation.

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Trump's decision on sending U.S. Troops to Afghanistan pending: McMaster

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:15 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 13 (ANI): United States National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster on Friday stated that President Donald Trump hasn't yet made the decision on deployment of new U.S. forces into Afghanistan.

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DMCA to hold one day-boycott against DMRC over fare hike today

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Not in compliance with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation's (DMRC) decision to increase the riding fares, the Delhi Metro Commuters' Association (DMCA) has condemned the former for hiking the fares and called on for a one-day boycott of the metro today.

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Mumbai: Two dead, one injured in truck collision

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:08 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13 (ANI): At least two persons were killed and one gravely injured as two trucks collided with one another on the Western Express Highway here in Kandivali in the late hours of Friday.

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JD(U) welcomes VVPAT-based elections

Updated: May 13, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Saturday welcomed the Election Commission's move to conduct future elections through verifiable paper audit trails (VVPATs) along with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

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Law and order demolished since Adityanath took charge, says SP

Updated: May 13, 2017 06:53 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): In the aftermath of a suspected cow slaughterer beaten up by locals in the presence of the police, the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Saturday said within two months of the new government being formed, the law and order situation has been demolished in the state.

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Trump's Saudi visit to spread message of unity: McMaster

Updated: May 13, 2017 06:50 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 13 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster has said that the former made the decision to begin his first foreign trip in Saudi Arabia in order to deliver a message of peace and unity to the world.

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Triple talaq row: Cannot abolish 'Islamic process', says cleric

Updated: May 13, 2017 06:31 IST

New Delhi/Kanpur [India], May 13 (ANI): Criticising senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid's 'objectionable' statement on the Islamic divorce system of triple talaq being constitutionally unjustifiable, Muslim cleric Maulana Sajid Rashidi said it cannot be abolished, as it is an Islamic process dictated in the Quran.

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White House refuses to answer questions on Trump 'taping Comey's conversations'

Updated: May 13, 2017 06:25 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 13 (ANI): The White House has refused to comment about the possibility of President Donald Trump recording his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey.

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National Herald case: BJP welcomes probe against 'scammers'

Updated: May 13, 2017 06:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Soon after the Delhi High Court ordered a probe into the National Herald case, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday suggested that the Congress party frontrunners Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi must disclose the profits recovered from the National Herald in a public space.

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Pakistan to overrule ICJ's order to suspend Jadhav execution?

Updated: May 13, 2017 05:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Islamabad will overrule the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) order to suspend the execution of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, who was sentenced to death by a military court, Pakistan's local media reports said.

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Pakistan: Pemra warns TV channels to not air anti-military content

Updated: May 13, 2017 04:57 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): A statement has been issued by Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), which carried a warning for all TV channels against airing unverified news or analysis themed around the Pakistan Army or its relationship with the civilian government.

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IT lay off is 'normal', says Mohandas Pai

Updated: May 13, 2017 04:33 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 13 (ANI): Soon after reports of a massive lay off by IT majors surfaced, the dynamic service sector was taken aback by the vulnerability of their job security.

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Nawaz Sharif arrives in China to attend Belt and Road Forum

Updated: May 13, 2017 04:31 IST

Beijing [China], May 13 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif reached Beijing on Friday to participate in the One Belt, One Road (OBOR) forum, aimed at regional development.

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Hacking tool was likely stolen from NSA: Expert on cyber attack

Updated: May 13, 2017 04:31 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI): A security expert at Surrey university has claimed that the malware, which affected the National Health Service (NHS) England hospitals and continues to spread across various parts of the world, resembles an exploit of 'EternalBlue'.

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J-K: BSF soldier dies during training

Updated: May 13, 2017 03:35 IST

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 13 (ANI): A Border Security Force (BSF) soldier lost his life while undergoing a field training test activity at the Subsidiary Training Center, Dhar Road here.

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45,000 cyber attacks carried out in 74 countries: Kaspersky Lab

Updated: May 13, 2017 02:41 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 13 (ANI): As the malware that affected the National Health Service (NHS) England hospitals continues to spread across various parts of the world, Kaspersky Lab, a cybersecurity company based in Moscow, has published a blog post in which it estimates that 45,000 attacks have been carried out in 74 countries, mostly in Russia.

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'What is wrong with you?': Michelle Obama's veiled attack on Trump

Updated: May 13, 2017 02:14 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 13 (ANI): In an absolute veiled attack at United States President Donald Trump, whose administration froze regulations that would cut sodium and increase whole grains served in school meals, former first lady Michelle Obama stated bluntly at a health conference, "Think about why someone is OK with your kids eating crap."

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Centre, State collaborate to build industrial clusters in UP

Updated: May 13, 2017 02:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Delivering on the promises made by the Centre to the Uttar Pradesh (UP) government on maximum support in ensuring development in the state, Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Friday met with Satish Mahana, the Industrial Development Minister for the state.

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UP: Woman gives talaq over dowry abuse

Updated: May 13, 2017 02:07 IST

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 13 (ANI): While petitions are being heard over the practice of triple talaq, a Muslim woman on Friday took to the Shariyat to divorce her husband after being mistreated by him and his family over a tussle regarding the exchange of dowry.

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India pursuing clean energy agenda on power generation: Union Min. Goyal

Updated: May 13, 2017 01:57 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI): Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal, who is leading a business delegation in London, on Friday said that India, with a renewed enthusiasm, is pursuing a clean energy agenda and building an entire ecosystem around power, so

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NHS cyber attack part of 'wider international attack': PM Theresa May

Updated: May 13, 2017 01:31 IST

London [U.K.], May 13 (ANI): The cyber attack that hit the National Health Service (NHS) England is part of a wider international attack, British Prime Minister Theresa May has said.

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Malware affecting NHS England has now spread to many countries

Updated: May 12, 2017 23:55 IST

London [U.K.], May 12 (ANI): Hours after a malware affected the National Health Service (NHS) England hospitals, cyber attacks are now being reported across many other countries, including Turkey, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Japan, with the majo

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J.K. Rowling's handwritten Harry Potter prequel stolen in robbery

Updated: May 12, 2017 23:08 IST

New York [USA], May 12 (ANI): The manuscript of an untitled prequel to Harry Potter books handwritten by author J.K. Rowling has been stolen in a robbery in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

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Malware affecting NHS England now spreading across Europe, Asia

Updated: May 12, 2017 22:39 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): The malware that has affected the NHS England hospitals is also hitting people and companies across Europe and Asia, according to experts.

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Five injured in cylinder blast in Delhi's Munirka

Updated: May 12, 2017 22:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): As many as five persons were injured after a cylinder blast took place near the Barat Ghar in Delhi's Munirka area a short while ago.

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PM Modi returns to Delhi after two-day Sri Lanka visit

Updated: May 12, 2017 22:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Rounding off his two-day state visit to Sri Lanka on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New Delhi.

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NHS England cyber attack: Hackers demand ransom in exchange for access

Updated: May 12, 2017 22:04 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): As over a dozen of NHS England hospitals were rendered in chaos after being hit by a large scale cyber attack, the hackers have demanded ransom in exchange of giving back access of PCs to the hospital.

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Hyderabad: Cattle thief arrested, cash seized

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:48 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Shamshabad Police on Friday arrested a cattle thief and seized cash and two vehicles from him.

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Woman burnt alive after car comes in contact with high-tension wire

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:48 IST

Rangareddy (Telangana) [India], May 12 (ANI): A woman was burnt alive after her car came in contact with a high-tension wire in Rangareddy district of Telangana.

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Delhi: Police inspector shoots self, family alleges torture by senior

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Two days after Police Inspector Kaushal Ganguly shot himself at the C. R. Park Police Station, the family of the deceased alleged that he was tortured by one of his senior officers, adding that that the senior inspector was behind the death.

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'Tubelight' Salman reacts to Katrina being a part of 'Thugs of Hindostan'

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Yesterday, Aamir Khan confirmed that Katrina has joined 'Thugs of Hindostan'.

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India, Italy stress development of bilateral economic relations

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): India and Italy reiterated the importance of the Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC) towards the development of bilateral economic and trade relations through facilitating dialogue and enhancing cooperation on a wide range of issues of mutual interest.

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Northeast will soon be favourite tourist destination: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Dr. Jitendra Singh has said that northeast will soon be a favourite tourist destination for people from not only across the country but all over the world.

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Sonia Gandhi discharged from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital

Updated: May 12, 2017 21:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who was admitted at the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for food poisoning, was discharged on Friday.

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Vijay Goel makes surprise visit to check stadiums

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel on Friday undertook a visit to Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, where the Asian Wrestling Championship 2017 is being held.

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JK Rowling rips Donald Trump for cancelling press briefings

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Author JK Rowling always makes sure that her Twitter handle is always freshly filled with responses to President Trump's policies and activities.

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NHS England hospitals hit by large scale cyber attack

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:46 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): A number of hospitals across England were forced to divert emergency patients after being hit by a suspected cyber-attack.

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Asian Wrestling C'ship: Sakshi, Vinesh, Divya settle for silver

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Indian wrestlers Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat and Divya Kakran won silver medals after losing the gold medal matches in their respective categories of the Asian Wrestling Championships here on Friday.

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Himachal: Rain, hailstorm lashes Shimla

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:38 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Rainfall and hailstorm lashed Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on Friday.

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IT unearths siphoning of foreign exchange of approx Rs. 1,000 crore

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Income Tax Department (ITD) on Friday unearthed siphoning of foreign exchange of approximately Rs. 1,000 crore.

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Cylinder blast in Delhi's Munirka area

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): A cylinder blast is reported to have taken place near the Barat Ghar in New Delhi's Munirka area a short while ago.

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An iPhone case that works as a coffee dispenser

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:30 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Coffee lovers, rejoice! Now you have an iPhone cover which works as a coffee dispenser.

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Trump gives demo of 'real news' to 'fake' U.S. media

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday gave an example of 'Real News' to the 'Fake Media' in U.S. as he endorsed the recent agreement with China allowing U.S. beef import.

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Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat win Silver at Asian Wrestling C'ship

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Rio Olympic bronze-medallist Sakshi Malik had to settle for a Silver after losing against Risako Kawai of Japan in the gold medal match of the 60kg category of the Asian Wrestling Championship here in the national capital.

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All future elections will be held on VVPAT: Nasim Zaidi

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) held a meeting with all recognised national and state political parties today at Constitution Club here to discuss the following issues:

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FICCI welcomes data on WPI, IIP

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) on Friday welcomed the data on WPI and IIP.

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Air India flight overshoots runway

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:02 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 12 (ANI): An Air India flight from Delhi to Pune overshot the runway here on Friday.

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Gujarat: Groom dies before marriage while dancing

Updated: May 12, 2017 20:02 IST

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India] May 12 (ANI): A groom who left to marry his fiance couldn't reach bride's home to start a new life as he died of a heart attack while he was few meters away from her home.

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Kylie Jenner looks like real-life Barbie Girl in recent photoshoot

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:47 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Kylie Jenner, the new barbie girl with blonde hair and pink swimming costume, is all set for a party.

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Trump threatens sacked FBI chief against leaking conversations to media

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:45 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Friday threatened sacked FBI chief James Comey not to "leak" details of their conversations to the media.

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India, UK ink MoU on cooperation in urban transport policy planning

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:45 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 12 (ANI): India and the United Kingdom on Friday agreed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on bilateral cooperation in urban transport policy planning, technology transfer and institutional organisation of transport.

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Two killed in Maharashtra motorcycle collision

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:38 IST

Beed (Maharashtra) [India], May 12 (ANI): Two persons died when their motorcycles collided with each in Maharashtra's Beed district on Friday.

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'Channing Tatum, Gina Rodriguez lead voice cast for 'Smallfoot'

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:26 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 12 (ANI): Channing Tatum and Gina Rodriguez have grabbed the lead voice roles in animated movie 'Smallfoot'.

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Ritu Phogat bags bronze at Asian Wrestling Championship

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Indian grappler Ritu Phogat on Friday won the bronze medal without breaking a sweat, against Sun Yanan of China, after the latter pulled out of the match owing to an injury in the 48kg women's wrestling category of the Asian Wrestling Championship being held here in the national capital.

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Kourtney Kardashian wants to keep her relationship private

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Seems like Kourtney Kardashian wants to keep her relationship with former boxer Younes Bendjima private!

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Mayawati is the greatest blackmailer India ever witnessed: Siddiqui

Updated: May 12, 2017 19:02 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Ousted Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Friday hit back at party supremo Mayawati, saying that she is the all time greatest blackmailer the country has ever witnessed.

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Trump warns about canceling press briefings

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:58 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Sunday continued his tirade against the 'fake media' and warned that he might cancel all future press briefings and replaces them with written handouts for the sake of accuracy.

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Nation should treat Kashmiris decently: Rajnath

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:57 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that students and youth of Kashmir wherever they are in the country should be treated nicely and decently and provided comfortable environment.

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PM Modi departs for Delhi from Colombo

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:53 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Rounding off his two-day state visit to Sri Lanka on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Delhi from Colombo a short while ago.

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Tejas successfully test fires derby air-to-air beyond visual range missile

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:47 IST

Chandipur (Odisha) [India], May 12 (ANI): Tejas, the Light Combat Aircraft today successfully demonstrated an Air-to-Air Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missile firing capability by releasing Derby Air-to-Air BVR missile in RADAR guided mode.

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The Indian Standards for 5G rollout to be ready by 2018

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): India is getting future ready and has started serious work on identifying and formalizing the standards for the rollout of 5G. The standards are likely to be ready by 2018.

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Tapp Me targets 'Emerging Smart Cities' to introduce 'One Stop Solution'

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Tapp Me, a Gurugram-based start-up offering hassle-free day-to-day repair and maintenance services today said it would target 'Emerging Smart Cities' to introduce 'One Stop Solution' for homes and offices, as part of plans to expand its footprint pan-India.

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EC offers 'opportunity' to hold EVM challenge with machines of recent polls

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday said it would offer an 'opportunity' to the political parties to prove that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the recently held assembly polls were tampered with or can be tampered even with laid down safeguards.

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Chennais Amirta to award scholarships worth over Rs. 1 crore to meritorious students

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management, winner of `Award of Excellence' from the hands of President of India, has announced scholarships of worth over Rs. 1 crore, including 100 percent scholarships, in recognition of the achievements of the students and to be awarded in the upcoming academic year 2017-18.

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First of its kind! Bus stop made of recycled water bottles

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:34 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 12 (ANI): A small social enterprise in Hyderabad, Bamboo House India has set an example for others to follow by constructing an innovative bus stop built by using recycled water bottles.

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PM Modi meets Sri Lanka's Leader of Opposition

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:34 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sri Lanka's Leader of Opposition R. Sampanthan and other leaders of his Tamil National Alliance (TNA) party here on Friday.

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Maisie Williams joins 'X-Men' spin-off 'New Mutants'

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:29 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 12 (ANI): A 'girl with no name' is all set to become a 'mutant'.

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'Catching Feelings' to make world debut at LA Film Festival

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:29 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 12 (ANI): It's a big news for South African stand-up comedian Kagiso Lediga as his directorial debut film 'Catching Feelings' will be premiered at the 23rd LA Film festival in June.

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IFFCO eyeing e-commerce in Golden Jubilee year

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): IFFCO, world's largest fertiliser cooperative federation with over 40,000 member cooperatives, has announced its plans to garner massive cooperative market via creation of a digital platform.

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Chhattisgarh: CRPF jawan commits suicide while on duty

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:05 IST

Dhamtari (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 12 (ANI): A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan named Jeevan Lal Kuldeep, allegedly committed suicide on Friday by shooting himself with his service rifle while on duty in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari.

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Kerala Tourism receives HolidayIQ Better Holiday Award for "India's favourite Waterfront Destination"

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Kerala Tourism was voted as 'India's favourite Waterfront Destination' for Alleppey by the HolidayIQ Better Holiday Awards.

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EC holds all-party meet to decide on EVMs: Here's who said what!

Updated: May 12, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The all-party meeting convened by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to discuss the reliability of EVMs - an issue flagged by opposition parties - today saw various reactions from different political parties.

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Nurses in India are at forefront of national healthcare system: President

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the nurses in India are at the forefront of the national healthcare system, adding that their contribution is central to its success.

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New 100 bed hospital inaugurated in Assam

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Johrat (Assam) [India], May 12 (ANI): Assam health care sector recently took a leap as a new mother and child wing with 100 beds was inaugurated by State health minister Himanta Biswas Sarma at function held inside the Jorhat Medical College and Hospital campus.

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Fire breaks out in Bhopal's Mansarovar Complex

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): A fire broke out on the terrace of Mansarovar Complex in Bhopal on Friday.

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Death toll rises to 25 in blast near mosque in Balochistan

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI): The death toll in blast near a mosque in Balochistan's Mastung area on Friday has risen to 25.

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Dragon sulks as Modi does balancing act in Sri Lanka

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Colombo (Sri Lanka) [World] May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday did a balancing act in Sri Lanka of keeping Sri Lanka and Sri Lankan Tamils 'close' that has definitely left the Dragon sulking.

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Congress says it's proud to be associated with National Herald

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): As the Delhi High Court gave its nod for an income tax probe of the National Herald case, the Congress Party on Friday asserted that it is proud to be associated with the National Herald, adding that the media is misrepresenting the facts.

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Fans dress up as 'Big B' to celebrate release of 'Sarkar 3'

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Kolkata,[India] May 12 (ANI): Soon after the release of 'Sarkar 3' today, excited fans of Amitabh Bacchan were seen dressed up in his signature black kurta with a rudraksh necklace to watch his movie and to perform prayers for the success of his movie.

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Harry Styles hits floor while attempting stage dive

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Ouch, that must have hurt! Singer Harry Styles, who just released his first solo album decided to test out new material with a secret gig, playing at Rough Trade shop in Brooklyn, New York but it did not go as he would have expected.

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Rape victim suffers acid attack, police remains unhelpful

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

Mao (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): A man attempted to burn the private parts of woman in an acid attack in Mao district after raping her.

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WPI for April stands at 3.85 pct; declines by 0.2 pct for all commodities

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Annual rate of inflation based on monthly Wholesale Price Index for April stood at 3.85 percent (provisional) as compared to 5.29 percent in March.

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Guy Ritchie responds to criticism over David Beckham's 'King Arthur' cameo

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:40 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Much has been written about David Beckham's acting debut in 'King Arthur: Legend of the Sword'.

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Blast outside Rome post office was 'an act of protest': Italy police

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:40 IST

Rome [Italy], May 12 (ANI): Italian police are deeming the blast outside a post office and close to a United Nations building in Rome as an "act of protest".

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Post US, UK electronic ban, Turkish Airlines offers laptops to passengers for in-flight use

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:40 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], May 12 (ANI): In an attempt to deal with Britain and the United States' ban of laptop inside flight cabins, Turkish Airlines started offering laptops to business-class passengers on U.K.-bound flights from the Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

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Arunachal: Centre introduces Shatabdi Express to ease travel

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:35 IST

Naharlagun (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): In a bid to increase connectivity in the northeastern region, the Centre recently introduced the Shatabdi Express train in Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh.

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'Won't take orders from Centre', Imam Barkati on red beacon ban

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:35 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 12 (ANI): Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati on Friday again said that nobody could remove the red beacon from his car.

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Money laundering case: Madras HC grants bail to J. Sekhar Reddy

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:30 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Madras High Court on Friday granted conditional bail to sand mining baron J. Sekhar Reddy and his associates in a money laundering case.

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Akshay, Twinkle pose with Arunachalam Muruganantham on sets of 'Padman'

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Twinkle Khanna, who is making her debut as a producer with 'Padman,' has shared an interesting picture, who made this movie a reality.

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Djokovic reaches Madrid Open semis as Nishikori retires hurt

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:19 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa] May 12 (ANI): World number two Novak Djokovic stormed into the semi-finals of the Madrid Masters without hitting a ball as Japan's Kei Nishikori pulled out of the match due to the recurrence of a wrist injury in Spain on Friday.

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NIA clears Sadhvi Pragya to apply for discharge in Malegaon blast case

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:19 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 12 (ANI): The National Investigative Agency (NIA) on Friday told the special court in Mumbai that it doesn't oppose the discharge application filed by accused Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur in the 2008 Malegaon blast case.

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Kerala: RSS worker hacked to death in Kannur

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:12 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], May 12 (ANI): A Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) worker was hacked to death on Friday near Payyannur in Kerala's Kannur.

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Celebrating LG's 20 years of Life's Good with heart touching short film

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): On the special occasion of its 20th anniversary in India, LG has rolled out a unique video that showcases brilliantly how dreams come true with LG. The digital video tells the tale of every Indian home and LG's products being an integral part of the consumers' journey.

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Russian photographer blasts U.S. media for 'hysteria' over photoshoot

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): A Russian photographer, who shot the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, criticised American media for its 'hysteria' over the photoshoot.

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Finalists announced for 2018-19 Tibetan scholarship program

Updated: May 12, 2017 17:09 IST

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Representatives from the U.S. Embassy New Delhi and the Department of Education, Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) interviewed applicants for the 2018-2019 Tibetan Scholarship Program (TSP) on Friday.

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Govt. announces interim measures to curb online child sexual abuse

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:59 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): The Ministry of Women and Child Development has been making several efforts to deal with the problem of online Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM).

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MP minister strikes controversy, says BJP supporters are true nationalists

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:57 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Minister Vishwas Sarang on Friday raked up a controversy by saying that those who love the nation would support the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and would vote for them.

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BSF lodges protest with Pak Rangers over Arnia ceasefire violation

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:57 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) on Friday lodged a formal protest with the Pakistan Rangers over a cease-fire violation along the International Border in Arnia, Jammu and Kashmir.

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Betting can't be stopped unless players become responsible: Sehwag

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:52 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], May 12 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag on Thursday asserted that illegal activities like betting and corruption cannot be removed from cricket until players themselves become responsible.

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Adorable! Katrina photobombs 'Tiger' Salman's picture

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 12 (ANI): She might always don a serious avatar but we all know Katrina Kaif is a kid at heart!

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Slaughterhouses matter: Allahabad HC orders UP Govt. to issue licenses

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:44 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court on Friday directed the Uttar Pradesh Government to issue new meat licenses and renew the old ones in the slaughterhouses matter.

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Kourtney Kardashian strips naked for sultry photo shoot

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:44 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 12 (ANI): After Kim and Khloe, now, Kourtney Kardashian is baring it all for a photoshoot.

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Centre notifies exemption from quoting Aadhaar, enrolment ID for certain individuals

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Centre on Friday issued a notification under which four categories of individals will be exempt from quoting Aadhaar, enrolment ID under Section 139AA of the Income-tax Act, 1961.

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Nagaland: Ao Naga tribe revels in Moatsu celebrations

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:44 IST

Nagaland [India], May 12 (ANI): Nagaland's Ao Naga community celebrated its Moatsu festival with grandeur.

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UC News brings #MasalaCommentary with celebrities for the ongoing cricket league

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): In a clear success of its strategy for digitizing entertainment, UC News, a content and news distribution platform that is part of Alibaba Mobile Business Group, garnered an average daily views of 6.6 million on the UC News app for its innovative IPL campaign "Match ki Kahaani, Celebs ki Zubaani" with #MasalaCommentary.

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Guwahati: Javadekar reviews educational developments in North East

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:27 IST

Guwahati [India], May 12 (ANI): Union Minister of Human Resource Development Prakash Javadekar reviewed developments of education sector in the North East.

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Leh-Srinagar National Highway formally reopens from today

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:25 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Leh- Srinagar National Highway was formally reopened for all types of vehicular traffic from today.

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PM Modi visits Sri Dalada Maligawa Temple in Kandy

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:25 IST

Kandy [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, Sri Lanka.

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Cannes Film Festival bans Netflix

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:18 IST

Johannesburg, May 12 (ANI): In a big disappointment, Netflix will no longer be part of the world's prestigious Cannes Film Festival from next year.

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Justice Karnan's lawyer requests CJI to stay arrest order

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Calcutta High Court judge Justice C. S. Karnan's lawyer on Friday requested the Supreme Court bench, headed by Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar (CJI) to stay the arrest order.

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National Herald case: Will wait for assessing officer's decision, says Congress lawyer

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): As the Delhi High Court gave its nod for an income tax probe of the National Herald case, Congress Party's lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi said on Friday that they would assess the officer's decision as per law.

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Nine arrested after police bust alleged sex racket in UP

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:18 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Police on Friday arrested nine persons, including six males and three women, for being allegedly involved in a sex racket.

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Kerala: Imprisonment until death for serial rapist pastor

Updated: May 12, 2017 16:18 IST

Thrissur (Kerala) [India], May 12 (ANI): A pastor in the Salvation Army church was sentenced to life imprisonment until death by the Thrissur special court on Friday for raping multiple times a 13-year old girl since 2014.

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Tamil Nadu beams with pride over its first intermediate pass transgender

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:59 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 12 (ANI): Tharika Banu became the first transgender in Tamil Nadu to clear class 12 exams.

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TN: Sri Lankan boat leaves after disembarking four people

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:50 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 12 (ANI): A Sri Lankan boat left after disembarking four people at an islet near Dhanushkodi, Tamil Nadu.

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Nitish wears the crown, but Lalu rules Bihar: Paswan

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): With Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav facing a barrage of criticism with his daughter Misa Bharti embroiled in a land scam, Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Friday questioned Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's silence over the accusations levied upon his alliance's partner.

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Up-cycle your mom's wardrobe this Mother's Day

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 12 (ANI): A mother's closet is the foremost window to style and fashion in every girl's life.

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This Mother's Day, surprise your mom with these exclusive rings!

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:44 IST

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], May. 12 (ANI): Mother's Day is a dedication to the sacred bond between a mother and her child, the child who she will always protect, fight for, sacrifice and love unconditionally.

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Chris Rock announces first UK tour in over a decade

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:44 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Chris Rock is all set to make people of UK laugh out loud as he has announced plans for his first UK tour in over a decade.

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EC appeals against sealing of EVMs in Uttarakhand High Court

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:44 IST

Nainital (Uttarakhand) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday appealed to the Uttarakhand High Court against its order of sealing the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) to be used in the upcoming seven assembly constituencies elections.

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Stay on Gayatri Prajapati's bail, next hearing on May 26

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:44 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Lucknow bench on Friday upheld its earlier decision to not grant bail to alleged rape accused Uttar Pradesh minister Gayatri Prajapati.

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Blast kills 10 near a mosque in Balochistan

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:44 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI): At least 10 people were killed and several others injured in an explosion near a mosque in Balochistan's Mastung area shortly after Friday prayers.

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Pappu Yadav's wife complaints against Air Vistara for 'misbehaviour'

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Congress MP from Bihar Ranjeet Ranjan, wife of MP Pappu Yadav on Friday accused an Air Vistara staff member of behaving rudely with her and forced her to change her seat.

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Big B appointed WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Hepatitis

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:30 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May. 12 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has been appointed by the World Health Organisation as its Goodwill Ambassador for Hepatitis in South-East Asia Region to spread awareness about the disease.

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Nepal-China sign framework deal on One Belt, One Road

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:30 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 12 (ANI): Ahead of an international summit in Beijing, Nepal and China on Friday signed a framework agreement on China's One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, giving a boost to grand economic plan to build a modern-day Silk Road trade routes.

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Hamilton pips Bottas to top Spanish GP first practice

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:30 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 12 (ANI): Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton fended off his team-mate Valtteri Bottas to emerge as the quickest driver as Mercedes made one-two finish in the opening practice session of this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix at the Barcelona race track on Friday.

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Idris Elba not a suitable choice for Bond: Joanna Lumley

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:23 IST

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): Former Bond girl Joanna Lumley feels that Idris Elba is "stunning" but he is not the right choice for playing James Bond.

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J Lo enjoys quality time with her mom, beau's mother

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:20 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 12 (ANI): Jennifer Lopez recently gave her mother and her boyfriend Alex Rodriguez's mother a mothers' day out.

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MRE offers hope in measuring liver fibrosis in kids

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:20 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Researchers have determined that magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) can be an accurate, non-invasive tool to identify liver fibrosis in children.

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PM Modi reiterates India's full 'friendly' support to Sri Lanka

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:20 IST

Colombo (Sri Lanka) [World] May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday assured Sri Lanka of India's full support to further cement the bilateral ties between two neighbours.

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Sakshi Malik romps into finals of Asian Wrestling C'ship

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Rio Olympic bronze-medallist Sakshi Malik assured herself of the silver medal in the ongoing Asian Wrestling Championship after she stormed into the finals of the 60kg weight category here on Friday.

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Many working mothers of only children do not wish to have another baby: Survey

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Increasing expenditure together with the need to devote more time and energy both in taking care of parents and raising kids are key reasons why as many as 35 per cent working mothers in urban India avoid considering a second child, noted a just-concluded random survey conducted by ASSOCHAM Social Development Foundation.

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J-K: CRPF jawan commits suicide, probe underway

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:12 IST

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 12 (ANI): A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Anil Kumar of 35 Battalion allegedly committed suicide inside a paramilitary force training center in Humhama area of Budgam district on Friday.

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Aligarh Railway Station on alert after call threatening 'bombing'

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:07 IST

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Aligarh Railway Station on Thursday was put on high alert after the Aligarh Police and station officials received a call threatening to blow up the place.

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Celebrity Cruises launches zenith of cruise ships `Celebrity Edge`

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): It's not often that you see a human rights activist and Nobel Laureate being associated with cruise ships. But, it's not often that you see a cruise ship like Celebrity Edge either.

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Congress calls on adamant EC to reconsider opinion about EVMs

Updated: May 12, 2017 15:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Batting for the implementation of the Ballot Paper system for conducting elections, the Congress on Friday said the Election Commission of India (ECI) should reconsider its opinion about the same.

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Explosion outside Rome post office

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:56 IST

Rome [Italy], May 12 (ANI): An explosion has occurred outside a post office and close to a United Nations building in Rome, Italy, local media reports said.

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Cuemath appoints Anuroop Krishnan as Head of Marketing

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): After-school math learning program Cuemath on Friday announced appointment of Anuroop Krishnan as Head of Marketing to lead the company's growth phase.

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PM Modi lauds spirit of Tamil community in SL, announces construction of 10,000 houses

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:56 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the spirit of Indian-origin Tamils in Sri Lanka and announced the construction of additional 10,000 houses in upcountry areas and the extension of Emergency Ambulance Service.

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China's latest propaganda to win over young generation focuses on OBOR

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:56 IST

Beijing [China], May 12 (ANI): To boost its "One Belt, One Road" (OBOR) initiative, China has found a new way to propagate its trade plans- Youtube.

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Severe mental illness risks patient's heart

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): People with severe mental illness are at a substantially increased risk for developing cardiovascular disease compared to the general population, according to a recent study.

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Delhi: Transport and Logistic summit promises infrastructure in North East

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): North Eastern delegates took part in the three-day integrated transport and logistics summit held in New Delhi.

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Manipuri icon Laishram Singh honoured with Padma Shri

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:47 IST

Manipur [India], May 12 (ANI): Age is not a hindrance for 97 year-old Laishram Birendrakumar Singh, who was conferred the Padma Shri Award, 2017, the country's fourth highest prestigious civilian award for his contribution in music.

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Twitterati slams Bieber for lip-syncing songs in concert

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The fans waited for long-hours to hear international pop-sensation Justin Bieber LIVE, but what they got was the singer lip-syncing his songs for 50 thousand plus audiences present at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai.

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Sri Lanka: PM Modi inaugurates Dickoya Hospital

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:39 IST

Dickoya (Sri Lanka) [World] May 12 (ANI): Inaugrating the Dickoya hospital here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India also shares health and well-being of Sri Lankans.

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Feeling blue? Just get out of your chair and move

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): When it comes to boosting your mood, you don't have to spend hours at the gym as according to a recent study, even getting up and moving can work magic.

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Comey's firing amounts to violation of Trust: U.S. Attorney Generals

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:26 IST

New York [U.S.], May12 (ANI) : Attorney Generals of 20 states have sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice's Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, calling the firing of FBI Director James B. Comey during an active investigation "a violation of the public trust."

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Srinagar hosts medical conference to create awareness about PCOS

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:26 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 12 (ANI): The department of endocrinology in Sher-e Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) organised a three day medical conference to promote health sector and treat the challenging diseases and create awareness about possible causes of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in Srinagar.

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Suspected facilitator of Sehwan shrine blast arrested

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:19 IST

Quetta [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI): The suspected facilitator of the Sehwan shrine bombing has been arrested by the intelligence agencies during an operation in Balochistan's Uthal area.

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Haddin, Gillespie to coach Australia A for South Africa Tour

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:18 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 12 (ANI): Former Australian cricketers Jason Gillespie, Chris Rogers and Brad Haddin will be coaching Australia A on their scheduled tour of South Africa in July and August.

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Du Plessis hints at retirement post 2019 World Cup

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:09 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 12 (ANI): South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis has hinted that he might call curtains to his illustrious international career after the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England.

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Poets of the fall all set to perform in India

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): After Justin Bieber, the Finnish band Poets of the fall is all set to rock the nation with their performance.

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Islamabad: Indian diplomat's phone seized by Pakistan HC staff

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:09 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI): Islamabad High court's staff on Friday seized the mobile phone of First secretary of Indian High Commission, reports local media.

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Triple Talaq cannot get Constitutional validity: Salman Khurshid

Updated: May 12, 2017 14:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid who is the amicus curiae in the ongoing Triple Talaq hearings, said before the Supreme Court that the controversial Islamic divorce system cannot be justified whatsoever.

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National Herald: Delhi HC's order culmination of my complaint, boasts Swamy

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Hailing the Delhi High Court's nod to an Income Tax probe into the National Herald Case, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Friday said the major development was the culmination of his complaint given in 2014.

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Could self-driving cars mean an end to traffic jams?

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): According to a recent study, the presence of just a few autonomous vehicles can eliminate the stop-and-go driving of the human drivers in traffic.

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Jackie Chan, Sylvester Stallone team up for 'Ex Baghdad'

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:53 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 12 (ANI): The Kung Fu master and Hollywood's action legend are coming together for a movie.

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'Deadpool' is coming to TV

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:53 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 12 (ANI): 'Deadpool' lovers rejoice! After conquering the big screen, the superhero flick is all set to be turned into a TV series.

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Misa Bharti land deal row: BJP questions Nitish Kumar's silence

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:35 IST

New Delhi/Patna [India], May 12 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday questioned Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's "silence" over Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti's money laundering case, and asked him to come out openly and order a proper investigation into the matter.

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Miley Cyrus thanks fans for `loving and listening` `Malibu`

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May. 12 (ANI): Miley Cyrus, who recently released her new single 'Malibu', is happy for all the love it has been receiving.

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EC assures to introduce VVPAT by 2019 LS Elections

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Welcoming the demand of implementing Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday said it has received the finances for buying the device and will have them activated by 2019 General Elections.

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Energy drinks give you wings, only if you know you're drinking it

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:32 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): When it comes to mixing energy drinks and booze, belief can increase your buzz, according to a recent study.

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'Romancing Your Career'- Book on work experiences in corporate world

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:04 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 12 (ANI): An interesting book, 'Romancing Your Career', authored by Shabnam Asthana, was launched at an elite gathering, held at The Sheraton Grand, on May 9.

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Federer all set for 15th Halle appearance

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:04 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 12 (ANI): 18-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer is all set to make his 15th appearance at Halle's ATP tournament next month where he will aim to clinch the title for the ninth time.

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Mumbai: Bangkok- bound Jet flight turns back after suspected tail strike

Updated: May 12, 2017 13:04 IST

Mumbai [India], May 12 (ANI): Jet Airways flight 9W 70 to Bangkok from Mumbai returned was forced to return to the airport over a suspected tail-strike.

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National Herald: Trouble for Gandhis as Delhi HC orders income tax probe

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): In a development bound to trouble the Gandhi family in the National Herald case, the Delhi High Court on Friday gave its nod to an Income Tax probe into the matter.

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Athletes with ADHD likelier to be team players

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): According to a recent study, athletes with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to compete in team contact sports than individual sports, which could up their risk of injury.

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Government doing nothing but 'talk': Shiv Sena

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:50 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), May 12 (ANI): In wake of the barbaric killing of Indian Army Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, the Shiv Sena on Friday berated the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central Government for being all about words and no action.

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Shakira is 'so happy' to announce new album 'El Dorado'

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May. 12 (ANI): Cheer up all Shakira fans!

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'Walking a mile in their shoes' can risk your health

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): When it comes to empathy, "walking a mile in their shoes" might be a bad idea, according to a new research.

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Indian Invention to save new born babies; wins award from Government of India

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): Pluss Advanced Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a venture funded company by Tata Capital Innovations Fund, has been bestowed with the MSME - 2017 Award for successful commercialization of their innovative and indigenous "MiraCradle™".

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Comey's exit won't halt Russia probe: Trump

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:25 IST

New York [U.S.], May 12 (ANI): President Donald Trump has assured that his firing of FBI Director James Comey will not end the agency's investigation into Russia's alleged meddling into the U.S. Presidential elections.

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Shopian: Posters appear of Lt. Ummer Fayaz's 'killers'

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:25 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir), May 12 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police have identified three suspected Hizbul Mujahideen and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists believed to be involved in the killing of young Indian Army officer Ummer Fayaz.

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Modi alludes to Pakistan's pro-terror policy in Sri Lanka

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:22 IST

Colombo [World] May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday chose the occasion of International Vesak Day function here to exhort the international community to work towards the sustainable world peace.

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Champions Trophy won't be a walk in the park for 'hosts' England: Starc

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:18 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 12 (ANI): Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has insisted that the do-or-die format of the Champions Trophy could spell trouble for hosts England, who claimed that they truly deserve the favourites tag ahead of the marquee ODI event beginning June 1.

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Frequent TV watching can make women endorse on-screen gender roles

Updated: May 12, 2017 12:18 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Turns out, the more TV a woman watches, the likelier they are to endorse the on-screen gender roles.

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SP leader distances himself from 'cop-slapping' nephew

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:56 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 12 (ANI): UP legislative council chairman and Samajwadi Party leader Ramesh Yadav has distanced himself from his nephew Mohit Yadav, who landed in soup after slapping a sub-inspector in a police station in Etah.

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Aadhaar case: SC permits urgent hearing on plea challenging Centre

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to grant an urgent hearing over a plea challenging the government's notification to make Aadhaar mandatory in order to avail various government schemes.

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PM Modi announces direct flight between Colombo and Varanasi

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:56 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May12 (ANI) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced direct flight between Colombo and Varanasi, saying it will enable Buddhists and Hindus from both sides to visit important pilgrim sites in both the countries.

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Arrest warrant against rape-accused Gayatri Prajapati's aides

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:48 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India], May 12 (ANI): Arrest warrants have been issued against Uttar Pradesh minister Gayatri Prajapati's aides Pintu Singh and Vikas Verma, in connection with the rape case.

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Shiv Sena bats strongly for ballot paper

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Vouching for ballot paper voting, the Shiv Sena on Friday said that the Electric Voting Machines (EVM) might increase the efficiency of counting votes by reducing time, but considering that the votes determine the future of a democracy, waiting for a day or two is not much.

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Uphaar tragedy: Delhi HC upholds tampering charges against Ansal Brothers

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): While dismissing the review petition of the Ansal Brothers in the Uphaar fire tragedy case, the Delhi High Court on Friday upheld the lower court order framing charges of tampering with evidence against Sushil and Gopal Ansal.

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UP: Locals beat up man for alleged buffalo slaughter

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:30 IST

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): A furore was witnessed in a locality in Aligarh, when the residents came to know about the alleged slaughter of a buffalo in a house there.

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Seclore is now an Agent-less Data-Centric Security Solution

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): Seclore, the most widely adopted solution for securing and auditing enterprise data, has established the new standard in ease-of-use with the launch of a complete agent-less Enterprise Digital Rights Management (EDRM) solution. This new release gives enterprises the ability to leverage the full power of data-centric security without requiring downloads or agent installs.

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Stephen Colbert responds to Trump's 'No-Talent' criticism: 'I Win!'

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:22 IST

Atlanta [US], May. 12 (ANI): Stephen Colbert, on Thursday, responded to US President Donald Trump's 'no talent' criticism, with a smile!

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Introducing MOX@Techzone will ensure ground level success for programs like Make in India, Digital India and Skill India: Ferguson

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI-NewsVoir): Mobile Open Exchange Cluster (MOX) is a focused mobile ecosystem that builds on 3 pillars, i.e. infrastructure, hardware and software and addresses the challenges faced by technology companies through access to skilled human resources and enabling synergies.

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Delhi: Jilted lover arrested for murder

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): In a classic case of one-sided jilted love, the Delhi Police has arrested a man for the cold blooded murder of his ex-lover's husband.

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India ready to respond `appropriately` to Pak: MoS Home

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:09 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra), May 12 (ANI): Dubbing the steady stream of cease fire violations, infiltrations and supporting the stone pelting in the Valley as a 'sign of weakness' by Pakistan, Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Hansraj Ahir on Friday said the Defence Ministry is ready to give appropriate response to Islamabad on all counts.

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NSW cricketer Ryan Carters announces retirement at 26!

Updated: May 12, 2017 11:05 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 12 (ANI): Ryan Carters, the New South Wales wicketkeeper-batsman, has called time on his cricket career in order to focus on studying and the `Batting for Change` charity he founded.

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International Vesak Day: 'PM Modi one of our own', says Sri Lanka

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:51 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May12 (ANI): On the second day of his Sri Lankan tour ,Prime Minister Narendra Modi today participated in the International Vesak Day celebrations, which is observed as one of the biggest festivals among Buddhists.

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Here's why SRK is best global ambassador for us

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Adding yet another first to his huge repertoire of firsts, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan addressed the audience in a conference at TED Talks in Vancouver, Canada.

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Newly-found distant 'warm Neptune' has primitive atmosphere

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): A team of scientists has discovered a distant Neptune-sized planet that has clear skies and an atmosphere almost entirely composed of hydrogen and helium, scientists have discovered.

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UP Dy CM Dinesh Sharma appointed leader of legislative council

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:33 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma on Friday was announced as the leader of the legislative council of the state assembly.

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Delhi: Police busts major gang of burglars

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): The Delhi Police has arrested three burglars on charges of mega heists in nine cases in the capital.

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Marouane Fellaini heads Man U to Europa League finals

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:13 IST

London [U.K], May 12 (ANI): Marouane Fellaini smashed a decisive goal as Manchester United booked their place in the finals of the Europa league following a 2-1 aggregate win over Spanish visitors Celta Vigo at the Old Trafford on Friday.

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Firing Flynn did not sound like an emergency: Trump

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:11 IST

New York [U.S.], May12 (ANI) : US President Donald Trump, who is facing a barrage of questions over why it took him so long to fire Michael Flynn as compared to FBI Director James Comey, has asserted that he didn't feel a sense of urgency in firing his national security adviser.

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Kapil Mishra's mother takes on 'corrupt' Kejriwal

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Following the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) remark that Kapil Mishra is a BJP-Agent, the mother of the sacked Delhi minister has described Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's movement against corruption as a farce.

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Prabhas declined brand endorsements worth Rs 18 crore for 'Baahubali'

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Prabhas, who exhibited his acting prowess onscreen with the 'Baahubali' franchise, has become a phenomenon that several brands want to be associated with.

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Shiv Sena slams PM Modi over no 'full-time' Defence Minister

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): In the wake of the barbaric abduction and killing of Indian Army Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Kashmir, the Shiv Sena on Friday lashed out at the Centre over the lack of a 'full time' Defence Minister.

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When Justin Bieber was called 'Yo Yo Honey Singh'

Updated: May 12, 2017 10:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): International pop icon, Justin Bieber has been making the headlines ever since he landed in India. One of the first few things that went viral from his India visit was Bieber interacting with underprivileged kids in a bus.

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U.S. turns heat on Pakistan, seeks 'progress' in Pathankot investigation

Updated: May 12, 2017 09:53 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): Predicting the further worsening of ties between India and Pakistan, the United States has said that reduction in cross-border attacks by terrorist groups based in Islamabad and 'progress' in the 2016 Pathankot attack investigation can probably ease the tension between the hostile neighbours.

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U.S. calls out Pakistan over failure in curbing terrorism

Updated: May 12, 2017 09:31 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): Rebuking Pakistan for its failure in curbing support to anti-India militants, the United States has issued a warning that Islamabad-based terrorist groups would continue to plan and conduct attacks in India and Afghanistan.

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Dominica Test: Centurion Azhar guides Pakistan to solid first innings' total

Updated: May 12, 2017 09:26 IST

Roseau [Dominica], May 12 (ANI): Opener Azhar Ali struck his 14th Test century while skipper Misbah-ul-Haq smashed a half-century to anchor Pakistan to a decent first innings total of 376, as the tourists batted with exaggerated care on the second Day Two of the third and final Test against the West Indies here at the Windsor Park last evening.

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India protests against Justin Trudeau attending 'Khalistan event'

Updated: May 12, 2017 09:16 IST

Toronto[Canada], May 12 (ANI): The Indian Government has lodged a strong protest with Canada over the presence of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a Khalistan event in Toronto, where separatist elements were felicitated.

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Haryana shocker: Snake found in mid-day meal at Govt. school

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:59 IST

Faridabad (Haryana) [India], May 12 (ANI): Putting a question again on the quality of the mid-day meal supplied in government schools, a baby snake, also known as a 'snakelet' was found in the food served to children in Rajkeeya Girls Senior

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Journal your way to a healthier heart post divorce

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:59 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Going through a divorce? You may want to write down your story as a recent study has suggested that narrative journaling can be good for your heart.

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Ceasefire violation: BSF retaliates to Pak firing in Arnia sector

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:41 IST

Jammu [India], May. 12 (ANI): Pakistan violated ceasefire on Friday morning by opening fire as a warning to the Border Security Force (BSF) troops deployed in Arnia sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Is vegan diet putting your kids at risk?

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Is it safe to bring a child up as vegan? According to a team of experts, fashionable vegetarian diets can be damaging.

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Modi impact: Sri Lanka rejects China's request to dock submarine

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:33 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): China's naval ambitions in Sri Lanka received a jolt when Colombo rejected Beijing's request to dock one of its submarines in the nation's capital.

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SAFRON , Nadra sign MOU on carrot-and -stick-policy for illegal Afghans

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:23 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI) : The Ministry of States and Frontier Regions (SAFRON) and the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) agreed to begin documentation of illegal Afghan nationals which is considered as a 'carrot- and- stick -policy for illegal Afghan nationals.

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When it comes to maternal blues, father-child bond matters

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): Maternal depression can take a toll on a child's emotional and cognitive development and family life, but according to a recent study, fathering can help moderate the negative effects.

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Deer killed in road accident in Mumbai

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 12(ANI): A deer was killed by a speeding auto rickshaw near Goregaon express highway in the wee hours of Friday.

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Hizbul Mujahideen won't hesitate to kill Kashmiris too: Defence expert

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): After the Jammu and Kashmir Police established that the Hizbul Mujahideen was responsible for killing Army Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz in Kashmir, defence expert P.K. Sehgal on Friday said the cruelty displayed that such terror outfits would open fire at anyone irrespective of whether the victim was a Kashmiri or a non Kashmiri.

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BSP on verge of collapse, says BJP

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

Bengaluru/New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): With the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati and ousted leader engaging in allegations and counter allegations on corruption, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said the party was on the verge of collapse and was scouting excuses to hide its electoral drubbing in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls.

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Trump signs executive order on cybersecurity

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

Washington D.C [U.S.A], May 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that would improve government's cybersecurity that seeks to reduce threats from automated attacks on the Internet.

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EVM row: All eyes on crucial 'EC all-party' meet today

Updated: May 12, 2017 08:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 12 (ANI): The Election Commission today will convene an all-party meeting over the issue of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) and other electoral reforms in New Delhi today.

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'Jindal, Nawaz meet part of back-channel diplomacy'

Updated: May 12, 2017 07:44 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 12 (ANI): The April meeting between Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Indian tycoon Sajjan Jindal was "a part of a back-channel diplomacy", Pakistan's civil leadership informed the Army officials.

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UP: Seven dead, six injured in car crash near Rampur

Updated: May 12, 2017 07:27 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 12 (ANI): Seven people were killed and six fatally injured as a car rammed into a track near Rampur in the early hours of Friday.

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Triple talaq about gender discrimination, not religion or politics: BJP

Updated: May 12, 2017 07:15 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai [India], May 12 (ANI): With the Muslim community's practice of triple talaq being discussed in the Supreme Court, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday dubbed the issue as one that breaches gender equality.

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Turns out, eye dilation sex-specific, not sexually explicit

Updated: May 12, 2017 07:12 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 12 (ANI): The size of your pupils may indicate whom you're attracted to, but according to a recent study, your response does not depend on whether the person being viewed is naked or clothed.

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Trump contradicts WH spokeswoman on effect of Comey's termination

Updated: May 12, 2017 07:07 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): President Donald Trump has said that he feared FBI director James Comey's termination could confuse Americans, but went ahead with the plan anyway.

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PM Modi's Lanka visit must ensure Tamils are treated at par: DMK

Updated: May 12, 2017 06:47 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham (DMK) on Thursday asked Prime Minster Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka, to ensure that the Indian-origin Tamils are treated at par with the Sinhalese of Sri Lanka and no disparities emerge between the two ethnic communities.

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BJP condemns Mamata's 'ashamed of being born Indian' remark

Updated: May 12, 2017 06:41 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 12 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her "ashamed of being born an Indian" remark and said that such statements was insulting to all those who voted her to power.

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PM Modi in Sri Lanka: Cong. urges for dialogues on fishermen

Updated: May 12, 2017 06:36 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, the Congress party on Friday while drawing upon the ongoing tussle between Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu over fishermen being detained said the issues needed to 'properly handled'.

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PM Modi's Lanka visit: Vesak Day celebrations on second day's agenda

Updated: May 12, 2017 06:30 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka, will be attending the International Vesak Day celebrations and interact with leading Buddhist spiritual leaders, scholars and theologians, along with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

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Trump calls former FBI director Comey 'showboat,' 'grandstander'

Updated: May 12, 2017 06:03 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has called former FBI director James Comey a "showboat" and a "grandstander."

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CMI to supply signaling cables to Central Railways

Updated: May 12, 2017 05:55 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): CMI Limited, the specialty cable company bagged an order of the Central Railways worth Rs. 86.95 crores for the supply of PVC insulated armoured, unscreened, copper conductor underground railway signaling cable for 6449.89 kms.

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Sanjeev Baliyan suggests Mayawati should quit politics

Updated: May 12, 2017 05:40 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): Lashing out at Bahujan Samajwadi Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati's allegations on expelled party leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui being a 'blackmailer', Union Minister Sanjeev Baliyan said the former should take a step back from politics.

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Mulayam lashes out at Jaitley's 'lack of courage'

Updated: May 12, 2017 04:34 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh)[India] May 12 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on Defence Minister Arun Jaitley, Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Thursday asserted that it was a shame for Indian soldiers to be "killed in our own territory."

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Trump may release tax returns, when 'out of office'

Updated: May 12, 2017 03:53 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said he is considering releasing his tax returns, once he's out of office.

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Trump to finally launch voter fraud panel

Updated: May 12, 2017 03:42 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): President Donald Trump has signed an executive order forming a commission on voter fraud and elections.

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New acting FBI director rejects WH assertions on Comey

Updated: May 12, 2017 02:28 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): Acting FBI director Andrew McCabe has rejected the White House assertions that the FBI employees had lost faith in James Comey.

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Power Minister Goyal emphasises on promoting indigenous solar equipment manufacturing

Updated: May 12, 2017 02:06 IST

Vienna [Austria], May 12 (ANI): As India is looking forward to increase the capacity of renewable energy in the power sector to 225 Giga Watts by 2022, the government's main thrust would be to promote indigenous manufacturing of high quality solar equipments, Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal said.

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Comey's termination may fasten up Russia investigation: WH

Updated: May 12, 2017 02:06 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 12 (ANI): The White House has said that removing FBI director James Comey from his post might fasten up the agency's investigation into Russian meddling.

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SBI denies levying charges on all withdrawals

Updated: May 12, 2017 02:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Soon after reports surfaced of Rs. 25 charge on cash withdrawals, the State Bank of India on Thursday denied the same, stating that the charges were only applicable on withdrawals made by the State Bank Buddy through ATMs.

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Organised sector crucial to growth in employment: NITI Aayog

Updated: May 12, 2017 01:46 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): Stressing on the importance self-employment outside agriculture, Dr. Bibek Debroy, Member, Niti Aayog said India is a largely informal and an unorganised economy with about 90 percent of the people employed in the informal sector.

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ACU coordinated with law enforcement agencies: BCCI on Kanpur bookie raid

Updated: May 12, 2017 01:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Hours after three bookies were arrested with Rs. 40 lakh from Kanpur's Landmark Hotel, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a statement wherein it has asserted that its Anti Corruption Unit (ACU) had worked closely with various law enforcement agencies to accomplish the task.

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PM Modi meets former Lankan president Rajapaksa

Updated: May 12, 2017 01:13 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met former Sri Lankan president Mahinda Rajapaksa here, in an unscheduled meeting.

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Former BCCL CEO Ravi Dhariwal joins Clovia

Updated: May 12, 2017 00:34 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): Former BCCL CEO Ravi Dhariwal on Thursday joined Clovia, India's fastest growing lingerie brand, as a Mentor and Advisor. He brings on board his vast experience in strategy, organisational development, marketing, and brand management.

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PM Modi meets Lankan counterpart Wickremesinghe, Prez Sirisena

Updated: May 12, 2017 00:24 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met his Sri Lankan counterpart Ranil Wickremesinghe and discussed various issues that concern with the growing cooperation between the two countries.

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Happiest Minds acquires IoT specialist Cupola Technology

Updated: May 12, 2017 00:11 IST

New Delhi [India] May 12 (ANI): Happiest Minds Technologies, a next generation digital transformation, infrastructure, security and product engineering services company on Thursday announced the acquisition of Cupola Technology - a specialised IoT services company with innovative solutions across the IoT lifecycle.

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SRK exudes charm and wit in TED Talks

Updated: May 11, 2017 23:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): While the world was desperately waiting to hear Shah Rukh Khan's entire TED talk, it seems the actor himself was equally excited as he shared the full version of the speech as soon as it came out.

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Assam: Fake Indian, Myanmar currency seized, one arrested

Updated: May 11, 2017 23:11 IST

Silchar (Assam) [India], May 11 (ANI): Fake Indian currency worth Rs. 1, 20,000 and fake Myanmar currency worth Rs 22, 00,000 seized by the police in Silchar.

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7th Junior National Hockey Women C'ship: Punjab beat Gangpur-Odisha 5-3

Updated: May 11, 2017 23:09 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Hockey Punjab outclassed Hockey Gangpur - Odisha in an entertaining quarter-final contest of the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' division on Thursday.

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Murray bows out of Madrid Open, Djokovic proceeds

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:52 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 11 (ANI): World No. 1 Andy Murray suffered a shock straight-set defeat to Borna Coric of Croatia to bow out of Madrid Open on Thursday.

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Surgeons perform rare surgery on patient with Arteriovenous Malformation

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:39 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 11 (ANI): A rare kind of neuro surgery was conducted on a 33-year-old foreign national patient in one of reputed hospital, here.

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Bengaluru: Police arrests former corporator V. Nagaraj

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:28 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 11 (ANI): The Bengaluru Police on Thursday arrested former corporator V. Nagaraj, who was absconding since raid in his office and residence, which led to recovery of Rs. 14.8 crore in old currency notes.

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Acting FBI Director contradicts White House on James Comey

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:20 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Acting Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Andrew McCabe while testifying on Capitol Hill on Thursday disputed the White House's assertion that the agency employees had lost faith in sacked chief James Comey, saying he had "broad support" within the agency.

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Fed Cup: East Bengal play out goalless stalemate against Aizawl FC

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:15 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 11 (ANI): Kingfisher East Bengal became the second team to qualify from Group A and progress to the semi-finals of the ongoing Federation Cup after the Kolkata outfit played a 0-0 draw against I-League Champions Aizawl FC at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Thursday.

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Confirmed! Katrina Kaif part of 'Thugs of Hindostan'

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): It's confirmed! Katrina Kaif is the latest star to join the cast of the highly anticipated film 'Thugs Of Hindostan' starring Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan.

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Modi Govt. to launch 'Campaign for Education' on Oct. 15

Updated: May 11, 2017 22:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government will launch 'Campaign for Education' on October 15.

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NIA writes to Interpol, CBI for issuing red corner notice against Zakir Naik

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The National Investigative Agency (NIA) on Thursday wrote to Interpol and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for issuing a red corner notice against controversial preacher Zakir Naik, sources said.

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NITI Aayog to partner with UP for holistic development

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): In a marked departure from the past practices and keeping in mind the spirit of co-operative federalism, a high level delegation led by NITI Vice Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya held a day-long deliberation in Lucknow on developmental challenges before Uttar Pradesh.

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Nitin Gadkari launches NHAI's Masala Bond in UK

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:31 IST

London [U.K.], May 11 (ANI): Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday launched the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Masala Bond here at the London Stock Exchange.

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Gujarat: BSF apprehends six Pak fishermen

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:31 IST

Kutch (Gujarat) [India], May 11 (ANI): As many as six Pakistani fishermen were apprehended on Thursday by the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel from Sir Creek on the Indo-Pak border in Gujarat.

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White House furious after Russian media posted Oval Office photos

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:27 IST

Washington D. C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): An official has said that the White House did not anticipate that the Russian Government would allow its state news agency to post photographs of the Oval Office meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Russia's ambassador to the U.S. Sergey Kislyak.

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National level champion now sells tea to make living

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:27 IST

Sonipat (Haryana) [India], May 11 (ANI): Won seven gold medals for her outstanding performance in powerlifting, still a national level champion has to sell tea to earn her livelihood.

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Younis Khan to coach Afghan cricket team post retirement

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:15 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 11 (ANI): Outgoing Pakistani batsman Younis Khan will be coaching Afghanistan cricket team post his retirement, Afghanistan Cricket Board has confirmed.

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Asian Wrestling Championship: Anil Kumar bags bronze

Updated: May 11, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): India's Greco-Roman wrestler Anil Kumar on Thursday defeated Uzbekistan's Muhammadali Shamsiddinov 7-6 to win a bronze medal in the 85kg category in Senior Asian Wrestling Championships in New Delhi.

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Hrithik's 'Keep Going' video in Top 10 YouTube Ad Trends

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Hrithik Roshan's video that he came up to motivate people to 'Keep Going' in life has secured the sixth spot in the Top 10 ads of India in the past one month.

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Triple talaq related to social evils: Centre

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Thursday said triple talaq is not a religious issue but related to social evils.

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Mayawati now accuses Naseemuddin of blackmailing people for money

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:42 IST

Lucknow (UP) [India], May 11 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Thursday said expelled party leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui was made in-charge of western Uttar Pradesh during the assembly election but got complaints from people alleging that he was a "blackmailer".

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BCCI refuses to compensate PCB in absence of 'legally binding document'

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has rejected Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) demand of compensation for not playing bilateral cricket series with the Asian neighbours.

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Filmfare all set for 'Famously Filmfare'

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Filmfare is all set to take its illustrious legacy forward with a celebrity chat show 'Famously Filmfare'.

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Pak Interior Minister asserts complete consensus on Dawn story probe

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:21 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 11 (ANI): Pakistan's Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar on Thursday claimed there was complete civil-military consensus on the Dawn leaks inquiry report.

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Maharashtra BJP chief Raosaheb Danve apologises for his anti-farmer remark

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:11 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 11 (ANI): Maharashtra Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Raosaheb Danve on Thursday apologized for his anti-farmer remark which went viral on social media.

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Walk down cinematic memory lane at Classic Movie Festival

Updated: May 11, 2017 20:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): In an announcement that will delight cinema lovers, Navrasa Duende, a production house, is set to host the World's Best Classic Movie Festival on May 27 and 28 at Siri Fort Auditorium, here.

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BJP mounts attack on Mayawati after Naseemuddin spills beans

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi [India] May 11 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has mounted attack on Bahujan Samajwadi Party (BSP) chief Mayawati after expelled party leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Thursday levelled serious allegations against her.

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Technology for sustainable, inclusive growth is need of the hour: President

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday said that scientific and technological developments are a key to any nation's success, adding that India is one of the top-ranking countries in the field of basic research.

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Jaquar Lighting signs Deepika Padukone as Brand Ambassador

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): In an effort to reinforce their position as a key player in the lighting industry, Jaquar Group announces Deepika Padukone as the brand ambassador of their lighting vertical,

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Vaibhav Yadav, a young novelist in making

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Not all heroes are exalted, some don't even realise they are heroes and there are some who need to be applauded for their unassuming gallantry.

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7th Sub Junior National Hockey C'ship: Uttar Pradesh beat Bihar 5-1

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:12 IST

Bengaluru/Bhopal (Karnataka/Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Hockey beat Hockey Bihar 5-1 in their Pool B encounter on the second day of 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 Men 'A' Division.

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CBI arrests two in fraud case worth Rs. 24 crore

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested a director of a private company based here and another person in a case relating to alleged fraud of Rs. 24.64 crore (approx) in Canara Bank.

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PM Modi visits Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo

Updated: May 11, 2017 19:07 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who today arrived here in Sri Lanka for a two-day visit, visited the Gangaramaya Temple.

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Vijender Singh terminates deal with Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Indian boxing star Vijender Singh has decided to terminate his agreement with Queensberry Promotions with immediate effect.

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34,000 students in 6 states covered by TLLLF's flagship programme

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): You Are Not Alone, The Live Love Laugh Foundation's flagship programme on mental health for adolescents, which has conducted free of charge in schools around the country, has covered 34,023 students and 6,480 teachers across 276 schools in six states (Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Delhi) over the last year.

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Chennai City FC bow out of Fed Cup

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:47 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 11 (ANI): Chennai City FC bowed out of the ongoing 38th edition of the Federation Cup despite their 3-1 win over Churchill Brothers at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Thursday.

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Election Campaign for local polls enters final phase in Nepal

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:43 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 11 (ANI): The election campaign in Nepal has now entered in its final phase as the time for the campaigning is going to end on Thursday Mid-night.

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Is Kriti Sanon opposite Tiger in 'Baaghi 2'?

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Kriti Sanon is back in talks for reuniting with Tiger Shroff once again in 'Baaghi 2'.

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Madonna is a movie killer, says Patti LuPone

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:36 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 11 (ANI): American actress Patti LuPone has slammed Madonna's acting skills by calling her a "movie killer".

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Ready to play in India despite security threats, insists PCB

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:36 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 11 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has insisted that despite security threats, they are ready to send their cricket team to play a series in India.

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Himachal: RSETI trains women cabbies in Shimla

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:36 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Shimla, the erstwhile princely state, has initiated the 'cab driving training' course for rural women at the Rural Self-Employment Training Institute (RSETI) with an objective of making women self reliant and promoting state tourism.

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Rajnath launches grievance redressal app for CAPF jawans

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:36 IST

New Delhi [India] May 11 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said he is only a click away from the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) jawans as they have a digital option to share their grievances.

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Russia: Blogger convicted for playing Pokemon Go in church

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:26 IST

Yekaterinburg [Russia], May 11 (ANI): A Russian court on Thursday convicted a blogger for inciting hatred and violating religious feelings by playing the popular Pokemon Go game in a local church.

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Bengaluru: BJP worker Mohammad Hussain succumbs to injury

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:26 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 11 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Mohammad Hussain, who was attacked on May 4, succumbed to his injuries today.

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PM Modi arrives in Colombo on two-day Sri Lanka visit

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:15 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived here on a two-day visit.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and co. advises Videocon d2H on merger with Dish TV

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-NewsVoir): Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Co. acted as the Legal Counsel to Videocon d2h Limited ("VDL") in the transaction involving merger of Videocon d2h Limited into Dish TV India Limited ("DTIL").

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Schneider Electric launches low voltage APFC panel 'VarSet'

Updated: May 11, 2017 18:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, today announced that it has become the first company in India to introduce completely type tested low voltage panels with the launch of its VarSet range of APFC panels.

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Indian consumers vote their most recommended 'Brand of The Year 2017'

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): In a glittering ceremony held in New Delhi, attended by stalwarts of the Indian corporate fraternity, Asia's leading consulting firm World Consulting and Research Corporation launched its mega research project to announce the 2017 edition of Consumer Voted 'Brand of The Year 2017', India's Most Recommended consumer brands.

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J-K's first cricket academy begins grooming young budding children in Srinagar

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:51 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India], May 11 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's first ever cricket academy has officially started working to groom young budding cricketers of the state.

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Woman killed, school damaged in Pak ceasefire violation

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:43 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 11 (ANI): A woman was killed and a government school was damaged in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan last night in Nowshera sector in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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IPL: Three bookies arrested with Rs. 40 lakh, investigation on

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:41 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Once again strengthening the speculations revolving around match fixing in Indian Premier League (IPL), three bookies were arrested with Rs. 40 lakh from Landmark Hotel here.

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Skill India trains, places first batch of candidates from Bru Tribes in Tripura

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) organized a placement ceremony on Thursday to handover the offer letters to the skilled candidates from Bru Tribes trained under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).

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Varun Bahl gifts traditional Indian instruments to Justin Bieber

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): As a token of love, fashion designer Varun Bahl has gifted Canadian Pop singer Justin Bieber traditional Indian instruments, tabla and Sitar on his maiden visit to India.

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Ousted BSP leader cries foul, says Mayawati called Muslims 'traitors'

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:24 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati, ousted party leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Thursday accused the former of labelling the Muslims as 'traitors' after debacle in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

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HCL Insys wins quality excellence award for 'Best Customer Service Results'

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): HCL Insys Pte. Ltd. (HCL Infosystems' Singapore based arm) was felicitated with the Quality Excellence Award for Best Customer Service Result at the prestigious Golden Globe Tigers Award held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Anand Prakash, Chief Quality Officer, HCL Infosystems, was honored at the forum for Innovative Leadership in Quality.

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Putin and Trump to meet in July

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:16 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in July in Hamburg, Germany.

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Gupshup brings Microsoft Cognitive Services Intelligent APIs to InterBot

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Gupshup, a leading bot platform, announced today it has made Microsoft Cognitive Services available on InterBot, its bot-to-bot communications channel. Developers will now be able to quickly and easily incorporate the intelligent capabilities of Cognitive Services to build bots for Microsoft Teams, Skype and Skype for Business, Cortana and more.

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Revenue Secretary reviews IT preparedness for GST roll-out

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Union Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia on Thursday expressed his satisfaction with the preparation for the roll-out of Goods and Services Tax (GST) from July 1, 2017.

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Beijing should be wary of Indian competition: Chinese media

Updated: May 11, 2017 17:01 IST

Beijing [China], May 11 (ANI): Expressing concerns over the competition being faced by China from India, an article in the state-run Global Times said the country should be wary of Indian competition and must be 'serious' about the growing signs that New Delhi is succeeding in attracting more and more investment.

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Contempt of court: Justice Karnan seeks relief from SC

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Calcutta High Court judge Justice C. S. Karnan on Thursday sought relief from the Supreme Court in the contempt of court matter.

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Centre seeks stakeholders view on ICDS draft on real estate transactions

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Ministry of Finance, through the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), has sought the general public's view on a draft version of the Income Computation and Disclosure Standards (ICDS) on real estate transactions.

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Gorakhpur riots: UP Govt. denies permission for CM's trial

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:42 IST

Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government on Thursday denied permission to the Allahabad High Court for the trial of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the 2007 Gorakhpur riots matter.

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Pakistan better suited to help in Afghanistan's peace process: Afghan Envoy

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:42 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 11 (ANI): Afghanistan's Ambassador to Pakistan Omar Zakhilwal has said that Pakistan is better suited to help the peace process in Afghanistan than any other country.

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IT Dept. simplifies linking PAN with Aadhaar

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Income Tax Department has made it easy for taxpayers to link their PAN with Aadhaar.

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Rajasthan government orders probe of Bharatpur wedding hall collapse

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:36 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 11 (ANI): Rajasthan Health Minster KaliCharan Saraf , on Thursday, described the death of over 24 people in a wedding hall collapse in Bharatpur as the most unfortunate.

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Pak summons India's Deputy High Commissioner over ceasefire violation

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday summoned India's Deputy High Commissioner J. P. Singh over alleged ceasefire violation by Indian security forces along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Chinese President Xi congratulates President Moon, discusses Pyongyang

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:36 IST

Beijing [China], May 11 (ANI) : Chinese President Xi Jinping made a telephone call to newly-elected South Korean President Moon Jae-in on Thursday and congratulated him on his victory state.

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Naxalite arrested in Chhattisgarh

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:36 IST

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 11 (ANI): A naxalite was arrested for attempt to murder and abduction in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh.

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Narada sting: ED summons CEO in PMLA case

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday summoned Narada channel's Mathew Samuel on May 18 in the Narada sting operation case.

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Mumbai court grants divorce to Malaika, Arbaaz Khan

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:11 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 11 (ANI): The Bandra family court on Thursday passed the divorce of Malaika Arora and Arbaaz Khan.

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Mojo Networks launch of Mojo Aware™ Cognitive Wi-Fi™ in India

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Mojo Networks, a pioneer in cloud-managed Wi-Fi, recently introduced Mojo Aware™, an advanced Cognitive WiFi™ platform that harnesses the power of cloud, big data, automation, and self-awareness to deliver a pristine experience to WiFi users.

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EVM row: A day before EC meet, AAP comes up with new demand

Updated: May 11, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India] May 11 (ANI): A day before the Election Commission's all-party meeting over the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) row, the Aaam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday forwarded a new demand.

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India, Russia to strengthen strategic partnership

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI) : External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held talks with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin on Thursday to further strengthen the special and privileged strategic partnership and agreed to take forward their bilateral cooperation in diverse fields including security, nuclear and space.

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No long-term place of CoA in BCCI, says Vinod Rai

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Vinod Rai, the head of the BCCI Committee of Administrators (CoA), has hoped that the BCCI and the state associations will implement the Lodha Committee recommendations by October, adding that he does not see a long-term place for the Supreme Court-appointed committee in the nation's cricket governing body.

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Vinay Mohan Kwatra to be next India's envoy to France

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Indian Foreign Service batch of 1988 has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to France.

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President Mukherjee unveils advanced EV chargers developed by Ampere

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee launched India's most technologically advanced EV chargers, developed by Ampere, a Coimbatore based company, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, today.

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'Host' England have advantage in Champions Trophy: Kapil Dev

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Kapil Dev on Thursday said that England, host of the Champions Trophy beginning June 1, would have an advantage in the marquee event as they would be knowing the conditions better than any other team.

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Will hold DDA responsible if Yamuna's biodiversity gets affected: NGT

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday pulled up the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and said that it will hold the local body responsible if any damage happened to the biodiversity of the Yamuna river as it was the former which allowed the Art of Living to hold an event around the bank of the water body.

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Centre opposes Triple Talaq, next hearing on May 15

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Maintaining the same stand on the much debated triple talaq, the Centre on Thursday told the Supreme Court that it opposes the system and wants to fight for women equality and gender justice.

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Grammy Awards is coming back in New York after 14 years

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): After spending 14 years in Los Angeles, the 60th edition of Grammy Awards 2018 ceremony would be held in New York.

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Agencies ineffective to provide warnings in advance of financial crises, says Arvind Subramanian

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian on Thursday discussed about the assessments done by the international ratings agencies and highlighted their values in light of their failure to provide warnings in advance of financial crises.

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Snoop Dogg plans 'Snoop Fest' in dad's hometown Mississippi

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:42 IST

Johannesburg, May 11 (ANI): Mississippi may soon find itself grooving to Snoop Dogg as the rapper is planning for a music festival at his father's hometown Magnolia.

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Virtual support groups help depressed grieving spouses

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Support groups have proved to be a helpful resource for those dealing with grief, but for older individuals, obstacles such as geographic location and physical immobility can sometimes make it difficult to attend support groups in person.

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Johnny Depp's bad behaviour on 'Pirates of the Caribbean' set revealed

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:35 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): During the filming of 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales' in Australia, actor Johnny Depp reportedly behaved badly with the crew members.

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Diddy sued by ex-chef over post-sex party meals

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:35 IST

Johannesburg, May 11 (ANI): Sean John Combs, popularly known as Puff Daddy, has landed in a legal soup after his former chef filed a lawsuit against him for sexual harassment and salary dues.

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Aussie cricketers offered with multi-year contracts to forgo IPL

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:07 IST

Sydney [Australia], May 11 (ANI): In an attempt to lure key Australian players skip the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL), Cricket Australia has offered them multi-year contracts for the next three years, a report has claimed.

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Cannot enforce code of conduct on Sidhu, says Punjab & Haryana HC

Updated: May 11, 2017 15:07 IST

Chandigarh [India], May 11 (ANI): The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday said code of conduct cannot be enforced on Punjab Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu.

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Ariel Winter dubs herself as 'worst wifely person'

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Ariel Winter has given us a peek into her adorable home life with her boyfriend, Levi Meaden.

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F-Secure acquires Digital Assurance; to improve cyber security needs

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Cyber security company F-Secure on Thursday announced its acquiring Digital Assurance - a UK based security consultancy firm offering information security assessment services to governments and companies in the financial, petrochemical, retail, communication, and defense industries.

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Get ready for some more 'Modern Family' time

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Turns out, the 'Modern Family' is going to stick around for at least two more seasons.

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PM Modi leaves on two-day visit to Sri Lanka

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Sri Lanka at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday.

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Chanda Kochhar receives 'Woodrow Wilson Award' for global corporate citizenship

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): MD and CEO ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar on Thursday received the Woodrow Wilson Award for Global Corporate Citizenship from the Woodrow Wilson Centre in Washington DC on May 10, 2017.

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Labour Party manifesto leaked : Corbyn plans to re-nationalize rails, Mail

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:15 IST

London [U.K.], May 11 (ANI) : The 42 page election manifesto of the main opposition Labour Party, which is not yet finalised has been leaked, contains policies on nationalising railways and suggests that the party will not leave the European Union without a deal.

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Adarsh Charitable Foundation organises health camp in Mahudi

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-NewsVoir): Adarsh Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Adarsh Credit Co-operative Society Ltd. organised a health camp in Mahudi village of Gandhinagar district in Gujarat. The soaring heat did not deter 450 villagers of Mahudi from attending the health camp organised by Adarsh Charitable Foundation (ACF).

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CA to send security team to Bangladesh next week

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:15 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 11 (ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) is all set to send a security team to Bangladesh next week to assess the safety arrangements that will be made during Australia's scheduled tour of Bangladesh in August.

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Nowshera ceasefire violation: Two Pak soldiers injured in retaliatory firing

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:09 IST

Nowshera (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 11 (ANI): Two Pakistan Army soldiers were injured in retaliatory firing from the Indian side post a ceasefire violation in the Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir on the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday.

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Notorious gangster Bablu Dubey shot dead inside court premises

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:09 IST

Champaran (Bihar), May 11 (ANI): Notorious gangster Bablu Dubey on Thursday was shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the West Champaran's Bettiah court premises here.

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Union Home Secy calls on J-K CM Mufti

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:09 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 11 (ANI): Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi on Thursday met Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti.

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Jennifer Hudson, the newest coach for 'The Voice'

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Jennifer Hudson is all set to get a coach's chair in 'The Voice' season 13.

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FICCI's Forum of Parliamentarians heads to Japan for 'friendly exchanges'

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark visits to Japan, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's visit to India and signing a range of strategic agreements including civil nuclear agreement, FICCI's India-Japan Forum of Parliamentarians will be heading for Tokyo in the second week of May 2017.

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Heroin worth Rs 12.5 crore seized in Punjab

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:01 IST

Ferozepur (Punjab) [India] May 11 (ANI): Punjab Police has confirmed the seizure of heroin worth Rs 12.5 crore and arrested one person in this regard.

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Haas F1 Team signs 19-yr-old Indian racer as development driver

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:01 IST

Barcelona [Spain], May 11 (ANI): Haas F1 Team has signed Indian racer Arjun Maini as a development driver alongside 18-year-old American Santino Ferrucci.

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Govt. soon to take steps to stop Pakistan's repeated cease fire violations

Updated: May 11, 2017 14:01 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra), May 11 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for home affairs Hansraj Ahir on Thursday asserted that India's patience must not be viewed as its weakness, added that the government will come to a conclusion on ways to stop repeated cea

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De Villiers `desperate` to win ODI silverware, believes Hussey

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:45 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 11 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Mike Hussey believes South African ODI skipper AB de Villiers is `desperate` to win a big trophy for his country, saying he is "highly motivated, personally and for the team" ahead of next month's Champions Trophy.

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Nitin Gadkari opens trading at London Stock Exchange

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:44 IST

London [UK], May 11 (ANI): Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari

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AAP knocks EC's door over EVM tampering

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): An Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) delegation led by senior party leader Somnath Bharti on Thursday met Election Commission officials over the Electronic Voter Machine tampering matter.

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'Kill Bill' actor Michael Parks dies at 77

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): The veteran Hollywood actor Michael Parks, known for his acts in sitcom 'Twin Peaks' and crime drama 'Kill Bill,' has passed away at the age of 77.

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Early schoolgoers more focused than their preschool peers

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): The first year of elementary school markedly boosts a child's attentiveness, according to a new research.

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Novel cell replacement therapy may make painful diabetes jabs history

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Good news for diabetics on insulin as a recent study has found that the novel tissue-engineered islet transplant offers hope.

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CIA creates dedicated mission center for North Korea

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:24 IST

New York [U.S.], May 11 (ANI) : The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has established a dedicated unit to address the concerns of Pyongyang's nuclear and ballistic missile and to monitor the behaviour of its unpredictable leader Kim Jong-un.

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Ganga Ram Hospital doctors says Sonia Gandhi's health stable

Updated: May 11, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The health condition of Congress president Sonia Gandhi is stable and she may be discharged in a day or two, doctors at the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital here said on Thursday.

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Suicide blast kills five suspected militants in Bangladesh

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:57 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 11 (ANI): Six persons including five suspected militants and a fire fighter were killed in a suicide bomb blast during a police raid in Godagari upazila of Rajshahi district of Bangladesh on Thursday.

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NGT appoints 10 lawyers as commissioners for checking dengue menace in Delhi

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): A principal bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday appointed ten young lawyers as local commissioners to check, inspect and prepare inspection reports on the issue of dengue menace afflicting national capital New Delhi.

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70 pct of Indian automobile sales to be digitally influenced by 2020: report

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Almost 70 percent of Indian automobile sales or USD 40 billion is likely to be digitally influenced by the 2020, as compared with USD 18 billion today notes the Bain & Company and Facebook report.

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No brides for men in water crises hit Chattarpur

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:48 IST

Chattarpur, (Madhya Pradesh), [India], May 11, (ANI): Water scarcity in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district has created an unforeseen problem for young lads as families are not willing to marry off their daughters.

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Police officer Sanjiv Tyagi's father shot dead in Ghaziabad

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:43 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), May 11 (ANI): Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Sanjiv Tyagi's father Ishwar Tyagi was shot dead in the Kavi Nagar area of Ghaziabad on Thursday morning.

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BJP strongly opposes bid to organise Kashmir Conclave

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:43 IST

New Delhi/ Srinagar [India] May 11 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly opposed a bid by main opposition parties to organize a Kashmir conclave in which they are also planning a dialogue with Kashmiri separatists.

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Delhi: IPL betting racket busted in Shahdara, six held

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Thursday has busted an Indian Premier League (IPL) betting racket in the Shahdara area of East Delhi and arrested six people.

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Nepotism word is overused these days: Ayushmann Khurrana

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Ever since actor Kangana Ranaut refused to mince her words on nepotism in Bollywood when she appeared on director Karan Johar's 'Koffee with Karan' show, everybody has been talking about the 'menace' in the industry and the latest one to jump into the fray is none other than Ayushmann Khurrana.

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New 3-D printed 'bionic skin' lets robots 'feel'

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): A team of researchers has come up with a revolutionary process for 3D printing stretchable electronic sensory devices that could give robots the ability to feel their environment.

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Pay disparity between actor, actress should change: Parineeti Chopra

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Parineeti Chopra, who has received rave reviews for her debut single 'Maana ke hum yaar nahin' from the forthcoming film 'Meri Pyaari Bindu', believes that it is a great time but one change which she wants to see in the industry is pay disparity between actor, actress.

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Kashmir conclave: Opposition anticipates a viable political solution

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Thursday welcomed the idea of having a conclave on the Kashmir issue to look for a political solution to current dire situation in the valley.

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PM Modi announces ex-gratia for Bharatpur deceased's kin, injured

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. two lakh for the next of kin of those killed in Bharatpur wedding hall collapse incident.

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Protesting AAP places 3 demands before EC over EVM row

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday staged a protest outside the office of the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) row.

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Hostel in Germany being used to fund North Korea`s nuke program

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:14 IST

New York [U.S.], May 11 (ANI) : Earnings from a hostel reportedly owned by the Government of North Korea is being used to fund that country's nuclear and ballistic missiles prgrammes.

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Colin Ingram backs Proteas for Champions Trophy glory

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:10 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 11 (ANI): Colin Ingram, who was part of the South Africa's 2013 Champions Trophy squad, believes the current AB de Villiers-led side has the potential to win this year's 50-over tournament, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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African lions may share same fate as extinct sabre-toothed tigers

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): African lion is the next big cat species to become extinct as they have lost most of their prey, according to a recent study.

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Wheelstreet launches Travels and Tours on its platform

Updated: May 11, 2017 12:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-NewsVoir): Wheelstreet.com, widely seen as India's top Bike Rental Aggregator which recently expanded operations across 26 cities nationally, is set to diversify its operations further with the launch of its Travel and Tours vertical.

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Pakistan, Turkey ink MoU for sale of warships, aircraft

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:56 IST

Istanbul [Turkey], May 11 (ANI): Pakistan and Turkey have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the sale of four Turkish-made corvette warships and 52 Pakistan-made training planes for Turkey's armed forces.

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India,U.S. discuss ways to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:56 IST

Rohe Island [U.S.], May 11 (ANI) : India and the United States held the second round of the India-U.S. Maritime Security Dialogue on May 9 and 10 in Newport, Rhode Island, to seek ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in defence in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Zika vaccine comes closer to reality

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): A new study has paved the way for a promising vaccine for the Zika virus.

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Will examine whether triple talaq is fundamental to religion or not: SC

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Taking up the issue of triple talaq on Thursday, the Supreme Court observed that it would examine whether the issue is fundamental to religion or not.

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Get a dog to keep kids with disabilities active

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Parents, if you're looking for the latest in home exercise equipment for your children with disabilities, you may want to consider something with four legs and a wagging tail.

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MP CM announces ex-gratia for Jabalpur victim's kin

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:31 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), May 11 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday announced an ex-gratia of Rs one lakh each for the kin of deceased, Rs 50,000 for seriously injured and Rs 25, 000 for the injured persons in Jabalpur road accident, which took place this morning.

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BORN enters Japan Market

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:31 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 11 (ANI-Businesswire India): BORN (http://www.borngroup.com), an award-winning global company that combines creative design, content production and ecommerce services, has entered the burgeoning Japanese ecommerce market.

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Sanchez's goal keeps Arsenal's top-four PL finish alive

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:27 IST

Southampton [U.K], May 11 (ANI): Forward Alexis Sanchez hammered his 100th Premier League goal as Arsenal sealed a comfortable 2-0 win over Southampton to close the gap on fourth-placed Manchester City here at the St. Mary's Stadium on Thursday.

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ICJ president seeks Pak's cooperation in Kulbhushan Jadhav case

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:27 IST

The Hague [The Netherlands], May 11 (ANI) :The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, has sent an urgent communication to Pakistan from the office of its President under Article 74 for Islamabad and New Delhi's cooperation till a decision is reached on the death sentence case of former Indian naval officer and alleged spy Khulbhushan Jadhav.

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JIT to probe Sharif family interests in Hudaibya Paper Mills

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:10 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 11 (ANI): The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) appointed by the Supreme Court of Pakistan to probe the financial interests of the Sharif family, has asked for complete record of the 17-year-old Hudaibya Paper Mills scam from the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in line with the April 20 Supreme Court verdict in the Panamagate case.

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Kashmir conclave an attempt to resolve valley unrest: Yechury

Updated: May 11, 2017 11:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Thursday said the proposal to hold a non governmental conference in Delhi is an attempt to seek a "unified voice" on resolving unrest in the Kashmir valley.

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Kapil Mishra to visit ACB office today

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Suspended Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra, who is on a hunger strike for the second consecutive day today, will visit the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) office to disclose more details about the tanker scam.

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BSF encounter with naxals underway in Chattisgarh

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:39 IST

Pankhajur, (Chhattisgarh), [India], May 11 (ANI): An encounter between Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and Naxals is underway in Chhattisgarh's Pankhajur area.

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Thepackersmovers.com all set to eliminate hassle of relocating in India

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI-Businesswire India): According to the census report 2011, the total population of India stands at 121 crore, of which 83.3 crore still is the part of rural India.

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Isco's away goal hands CL final berth to Real Madrid

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:32 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 11 (ANI): Isco smashed a decisive away goal as Real Madrid stormed into their third Champions League final in four years after registering a 4-2 aggregate win over their local rivals Atletico Madrid at the Vicente Calderon Stadium here on Thursday.

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Ludhiana: Four injured as fire breaks out in wool factory

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:32 IST

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], May 11 (ANI): At least four people sustained injuries after major fire broke out at a wool factory in Ludhiana's Vijay Nagar on Thursday.

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Earthquake claims eight lives in China's Xinjiang

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:32 IST

Beijing [China], May 11 (ANI) : A 5.5 magnitude earthquake jolted northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, killing eight people and injuring 11 others.

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Home Secretary Mehrishi to visit Kashmir, to meet Governor, chief minister

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi will visit Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday to take stock of the situation in the Kashmir Valley.

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Male, female hearts don't break the same way

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:21 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Turns out, certain diseases may need diagnoses and treatments tailored to gender as a recent study has found that the male and female brains react differently during cardiovascular activity.

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US likely to ban laptops on all flights from Europe

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:10 IST

New York [U.S.], May 11 (ANI) : The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is considering to ban all carry-on laptops and other electronic devices in cabins of all flights from Europe to the United States for security purposes.

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RBI to conduct Variable Rate Reverse Repo Auctions today

Updated: May 11, 2017 10:03 IST

Mumbai [India], May 11 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct 7 day, 14 day and 28 day variable rate reverse repo auctions under LAF on Thursday.

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Sensex up 72.31 points, Nifty up 9,435.65 in morning trade

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:48 IST

Mumbai [India], May 11 (ANI): The Bombay Stock Exchange's (BSE's) Sensex was up 72.31 points and currently pegged at 30, 320.48, while the Nifty opened at a fresh record high of 9. 435.65 points on Thursday morning.

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New gene-delivery system can ward off hereditary blindness

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): A new gene-delivery system for an inherited form of blindness shows promise, according to a recent study.

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Mohun Bagan edge past Shillong Lajong 3-2 in Fed Cup

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:48 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India] ,May 11 (ANI): Defending champions Mohun Bagan marched on to their second win of the ongoing 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup in as many matches, after Sanjoy Sen's men defeated Shillong Lajong 3-2 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack here last evening.

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J-K ceasefire violation: Defence experts want punitive action against Pak

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): With the ceasefire violation in Nowshera sector claiming life of a civilian and injuring other, the defence experts on Thursday professed for a swift and punitive action against Pakistan.

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Dominica Test: Azhar, Azam notch fifties as Pak reach 169-2 on Day 1

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:27 IST

Roseau [Dominica], May 11 (ANI): Opener Azhar Ali and Babar Azam produced a calm and composed performance as the duo struck blistering half-centuries to guide Pakistan to 169-2 at stumps on the opening day of the third and final Test against West Indies here at the Windsor Park on Thursday.

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Wedding hall collapse: CM Vasundhara Raje likely to visit Bharatpur

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:09 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 11 (ANI): Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje is likely to visit the wedding hall that collapsed last night killing 25 people and injuring 28 in Bharatpur.

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Neural stimulation helps stroke, MS patients get back on their feet

Updated: May 11, 2017 09:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): Stroke and multiple sclerosis (MS) patients can walk significantly better with the neural stimulation, according to a recent study.

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11 dead, 15 injured as car overturns in MP's Jabalpur

Updated: May 11, 2017 08:39 IST

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), May 11 (ANI): Eleven people were killed and fifteen others injured after a car overturned in Madhya Pradesh in the wee hours today.

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New digital weapon in fight against breast cancer

Updated: May 11, 2017 08:39 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): A deep-learning computer network has been developed that can accurately identify and delineate breast cancers on the digital tissue slides.

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PM Modi to begin his two-day Sri Lanka visit today

Updated: May 11, 2017 08:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his two-day Sri Lanka visit today to attend International Vesak Day celebrations in Colombo with President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as the chief guest.

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Have scientists found a way to 'switch off' protein hunger?

Updated: May 11, 2017 08:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 11 (ANI): We all know what it's like to shed those extra kilos, only to find ourselves gorging on burgers once the hunger pangs strike. But now, there could be hope for dieters after scientists identified the brain cells that control protein-craving.

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2 dead, 7 injured as car falls into gorge in J-K's Doda

Updated: May 11, 2017 08:22 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 11 (ANI): Two persons were killed and seven others injured after a car veered off the road and fell into a gorge in Jammu and Kashmir last night.

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Sean Spicer evaded questions on Comey by 'hiding in a bush'

Updated: May 11, 2017 07:45 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): When reports of the sacking of FBI director James Comey came out, the media turned to the White House and press secretary Sean Spicer for some much-needed answers.

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BJP shuns Akhilesh Yadav's 'narrow-minded' statement

Updated: May 11, 2017 07:15 IST

Lucknow/New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while condemning former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav's comment on martyrs, on Thursday asserted that the former was still in 'depression' post the Samajwadi Party's defeat in the Assembly polls in the state.

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'Honoured to be' in India, Justin Bieber says 'he'll be back'

Updated: May 11, 2017 07:00 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 11 (ANI): The excitement at Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium reached its peak even as international singing sensation Justin Bieber crooned to his choicest numbers.

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Defence experts agitated over Akhilesh Yadav's 'gutter politics'

Updated: May 11, 2017 06:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): In the wake of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav's criticism of the absence of Gujarat natives in the armed forces, defence experts on Thursday lashed out at him for indulging in 'gutter politics'.

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Surat: A building in which loaded truck can go to 9th floor

Updated: May 11, 2017 06:45 IST

Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 11 (ANI): The Surat textile market has got constructed a building named 'The Empire', where a loaded truck can go to the ninth floor with the help of lift.

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Post termination, Comey writes farewell letter to friends, agents

Updated: May 11, 2017 06:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): A day after he was fired by United States President Donald Trump over not being "able to effectively lead the bureau," former FBI director James Comey sent out a letter to his friends and other agents.

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Trump's visit to Israel, Palestine could be decisive: Justin Welby

Updated: May 11, 2017 06:24 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): United States Donald Trump and his team could add to Israeli-Palestinian peace prospects when they arrive in Jerusalem in less than two weeks, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has said.

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DMK 'demands' PM Modi to talk on fisherman issue in Sri Lanka

Updated: May 11, 2017 06:05 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 11 (ANI): As Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs today to attend the International Vesak Day celebrations in Sri Lanka as the chief guest, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has requested him to talk on fisherman issue during his visit.

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Comey's sacking not due to Russia probe: Pence

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:49 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): United States Vice President Mike Pence has praised President Donald Trump's decision to fire FBI director James Comey, while insisting that the decision wasn't made due to the ongoing probe into alleged ties between Russia and Trump's campaign.

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Turkey PM criticises Trump's decision to arm PKK to fight Daesh

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:44 IST

Ankara [Turkey], May 11 (ANI): Turkey Prime Minister Binali Yildirim has criticised United States' decision to arm a Syrian offshoot of the terrorist PKK to fight Daesh in Syria.

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Shocking how low AAP can stoop to: BJP on attack on Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): After ousted Delhi minister Kapil Mishra was attacked by a person, while he was on a hunger strike, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday said that the incident was shocking and shameful, adding that it showed how low the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) could stoop to.

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U.S. Senate intel panel subpoenas Michael Flynn

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:21 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): The Senate intelligence committee has issued a subpoena to former national security advisor Michael Flynn for documents regarding his interactions with Russian officials, CNN reports.

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J-K: One dead in ceasefire violation by Pakistan

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:21 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 11 (ANI): One woman was killed and her husband injured in yet another ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera sector in Rajouri district, in the early hours of Thursday.

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Triple talaq hearing: AIMPLB confident of verdict 'as per Constitution'

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:04 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): Ahead of the commencement of the Supreme Court's hearing of petition pleas challenging the practice of triple talaq, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Thursday said it was confident that the verdict would be given keeping in mind the provisions of the Indian Constitution.

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'Martyr' remark: SP says Akhilesh was asking Centre to take action

Updated: May 11, 2017 05:01 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 11 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party (SP) has supported its party chief and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav, who managed to stir a controversy and invited the ire of many with his 'martyr' remark, saying the latter was just asking the Centre to take a stringent action at the border.

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Lot more to come: Defence experts on Jadhav's execution stay

Updated: May 11, 2017 04:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): In the wake of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) putting a stay on the death sentence given by Pakistan to alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav and hearings commencing on the matter on May 15, defence experts in India have suggested that there was a lot more to come and the nation should be prepared for the future actions.

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Cong. condemns Raj. minister Kalicharan Saraf's 'hollow sensitivity'

Updated: May 11, 2017 04:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Perturbed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Rajasthan minister Kalicharan Saraf's stance on protection of women against acts of sexual violence, the Congress party on Thursday, while condemning the remark, said the minister's opinion showed his lack of sensitivity and shame.

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Supreme Court to begin hearing on validity of triple talaq today

Updated: May 11, 2017 04:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today commence its marathon hearing over a batch of pleas by Muslim women rejecting their religious convention of practicing triple talaq.

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Justin Bieber concert: Malaika, Arbaaz arrive together with son Arhaan

Updated: May 11, 2017 04:21 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 11 (ANI): With the international singing sensation Justin Bieber taking centre-stage at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai, it's the turnout of the who's who of Bollywood that has been making waves on the social media.

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Comey to testify on Russia before Senate intel panel

Updated: May 11, 2017 03:54 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): Former FBI director James Comey has been invited to testify on Russia before the Senate Intelligence Committee.

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Comey committed 'atrocities' as FBI Director: White House

Updated: May 11, 2017 03:35 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): A day after United States President Donald Trump fired FBI director James Comey, the White House said the latter committed "atrocities" while he held the position.

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Trump blasts Dems for their disquiet over Comey's termination

Updated: May 11, 2017 03:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has slammed the Democrats for criticising his firing of FBI director James Comey, accusing them of "pretending to be aggrieved" and "hypocrisy."

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'Martyr' remark: Akhilesh finds support in Cong.'s Randeep Surjewala

Updated: May 11, 2017 03:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav, who managed to stir a controversy and invited the ire of many with his 'martyr' remark, on Thursday found support in Congress leader Randeep Surjewala.

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Bharatpur wedding hall collapse: DM blames heavy rain for mishap

Updated: May 11, 2017 02:27 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 11 (ANI): In the aftermath of 22 people being killed after a wedding hall collapsed here, District Magistrate N.K. Gupta said the incident was triggered due to a thunderstorm and rainfall in the district.

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WH closes off U.S. press to Trump-Lavrov meeting, Russian media covers it

Updated: May 11, 2017 02:27 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 11 (ANI): The morning after United States President Donald Trump fired FBI director James Comey, the meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov was the one event that had everybody's attention pouring in.

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Rajasthan: 22 dead, 26 injured as wedding hall collapses

Updated: May 11, 2017 01:12 IST

Bharatpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 11 (ANI): As many as 22 people were killed and 26 injured as the wall of a wedding hall collapsed in Rajasthan's Bharatpur in the late hours of Wednesday.

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Pluralsight launches new courses for Adobe Marketing, Analytics Cloud

Updated: May 11, 2017 00:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Technology learning platform Pluralsight on Wednesday announced its partnership with Adobe to provide digital marketing professionals with the technology learning tools required to maximise their Adobe Experience Cloud investments.

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Oracle Cloud platform ratified to develop applications for India Stack

Updated: May 11, 2017 00:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Oracle on Wednesday announced the validation of its cloud platform to develop applications using India Stack services.

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Siemens registers 24 percent revenue growth from continuing operations

Updated: May 10, 2017 23:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): For the second quarter of the Financial Year 2017 ended March 31, 2017, Siemens Ltd. recorded a 24 percent revenue growth from continuing operations at Rs. 2,983 crore, compared to Rs. 2,407 crore in the second quarter of Financial Year 2016.

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Tata Motors' global wholesales declines by 9 percent from 2016

Updated: May 10, 2017 23:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Tata Motors Group on Wednesday announced that its global wholesales in April 2017, including Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), were at 73,691 nos., lower by nine percent as compared to the results from April 2016.

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ICJ to hold public hearings in Jadhav case on May 15

Updated: May 10, 2017 23:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): In another development, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) will be holding public hearings in the Kulbhushan Jadhav case on May 15.

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Hyderabad woman stuck in Riyadh, kin urges govt. for rescue

Updated: May 10, 2017 22:57 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 10 (ANI): Another case of people going abroad in dire need of money and then becoming a victim of their employers' exploitation came to light, where a woman from Hyderabad is facing sexual harassment from her employer in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh.

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Manipur: Indefinite general strike disrupts normal life at Thoubal, Kakching

Updated: May 10, 2017 22:38 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 10 (ANI): Indefinite general strike called by Thoubal District MP Candidature Demand Committee in Thoubal and Kakching Districts, which was started from today, disrupted normal life in both the districts.

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PT Usha bats for hard work, says training alone can't win medal

Updated: May 10, 2017 22:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Legendary athlete PT Usha has said that in order to bag the Olympic medal, one should get involved in hard work and training, adding that proper exposure is also required.

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Dialogue with Trump was non-politicised: Russian FM

Updated: May 10, 2017 22:10 IST

Washington [USA], May 10 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov after a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday said that their dialogue was non-politicised.

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Delhi: Police inspector shoots himself dead

Updated: May 10, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a police inspector allegedly shot himself dead at Delhi's CR Park Police Station.

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Sacked FBI chief had asked for more money for Russia investigation

Updated: May 10, 2017 21:47 IST

Washington [USA], May 10 (ANI): In a recent revelation, sacked Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director James Comey had recently asked the Justice Department for a significant increase in money and personnel for the bureau's investigation into Russia's interference in last year's presidential election.

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Muslim women recite Hanuman Chalisa to end triple talaq

Updated: May 10, 2017 21:47 IST

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 10 (ANI): Proving yet again that India has its 'unity in diversity', Muslim women in Varanasi were seen reciting Hanuman Chalisa ahead of the Supreme Court's hearing of the batch of pleas filed to end triple talaq.

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China to provide Pak students with postgraduate scholarships

Updated: May 10, 2017 21:38 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 10 (ANI): China will offer scholarships to Pakistani students in the subject of cultural studies at the master's level every year.

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Yoga suits 'gentle' India, Pak feels war is necessary, says Ramdev

Updated: May 10, 2017 21:20 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 10 (ANI): Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday said that for a peaceful and progressive country like India, the practice of Yoga is most suitable, whereas a country like Pakistan which by and large is unstable, war seemed important for it.

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Stay on Jadhav's execution is India's victory: Rijiju

Updated: May 10, 2017 21:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): Hailing the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) stay on alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said it is a victory for India.

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B-Town celebs attend Justin Bieber's concert

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:58 IST

Mumbai [India], May 10 (ANI): Pop sensation Justin Bieber has kickstarted his concert in Mumbai's DY Patil stadium today. Many Bollywood celebrities are making this event a family outing as most of them have turned up with their kids.

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IIM Rohtak partnering Nulearn for project management, data analytics

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-Businesswire India): Mr. Kuldeep Kumar Dwivedi, Chief Administrative Officer - IIM Rohtak, Jagjit SinghTalwar, Administrative Officer - IIM Rohtak, Ajay Singh, Chief Operating Officer - Nulearn, Sumit Kumar, Chief Executive Officer - Nulearn

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Sony Pictures Networks Awarded 'Aon Best Employers India 2017' Title

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

Mumbai [India], May 10 (ANI-Businesswire India): Sony Pictures Networks (SPN), India's leading media conglomerate has been selected to join the elite list of Aon Best Employers India in the 2017 edition. SPN is the only media and broadcast network to be featured amongst this year's top 19 companies across various industries.

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Imran Khan wants Dawn Leaks report to be made public

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Suspicious of the 'settlement' reached between the federal government and the army over the Dawn Leaks issue, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Wednesday said the inquiry commission report must be made public.

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BJYM dubs AAP's claim an act to malign BJP's image

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) on Wednesday refuted the claim made by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over Ankit Bharadwaj, the man who attacked ousted Delhi minister Kapil Mishra, of being a member of the organisation, saying it might be an act of the Kejriwal-led government activist to vouch for cheap publicity.

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India still feels Lord Buddha's teaching are relevant: Javadekar

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Describing the teachings of Lord Buddha as being popular worldwide, Dr. Prakash Javadekar, Minister for Human Resources Development, said Wednesday that his ministry is working to inculcate Lord Buddha's teachings in text books as these are still very relevant.

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NIA frames charges against alleged ISIS sympathizer

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 10 (ANI): A special judge of the National Investigative Agency (NIA) on Wednesday framed charges against alleged ISIS sympathiser Mohammed Sirajuddin.

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Brij Raj Sharma to be next MHA additional secretary

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved the appointment of Brij Raj Sharma as the additional secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

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Russian Deputy PM Rogozin calls on PM Modi

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.

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Gurpreet, Harpreet enter bronze medal round at Asian Wrestling Championship

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Indian wrestlers Gurpreet Singh and Harpreet Singh on Wednesday entered the bronze medal play-off round of their respective Greco-Roman weight divisions at the Asian Wrestling Championship here in New Delhi.

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Air clinics for Northeast likely to be initiated from Manipur: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Manipur's Deputy Chief Minister Y. Joykumar Singh was informed by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Dr. Jitendra Singh here today that helicopter-based "Air Clinics" for Northeast will probably be initiated from the state.

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Quit-smoking drug safe for lung patients

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:09 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Medication that helps smokers to quit is safe for use by people with chronic lung conditions, according to a recent research.

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BJP plans for humongous celebration on third anniversary

Updated: May 10, 2017 20:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Planning for a grand celebration on its third anniversary, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is all set for a humongous 15-day grand merrymaking starting from May 26 to June 15.

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The hidden cost of helping your co-workers

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): If you're a co-worker who helps other, you are likely to feel good, but are those good feelings coming at a price?

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Mangalore gears up to welcome Second Indian Open of Surfing

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:49 IST

Mangalore (Karnataka) [India], May 10 (ANI): Mangalore (Mangaluru), also known as the 'Banking City' of India, is all set to welcome the second edition of the Indian Open of Surfing in the last week of May this year.

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Naidu to global funding agencies: Focus on inclusive urban development

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:47 IST

Nairobi [Kenya], May 10 (ANI): Placing emphasis on a five-point agenda of affordable housing, provision of other basic urban infrastructure, solid waste management, environment friendly public transport and skill development needs, newly elected president of the Governing Council of UN-Habitat and Minister of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation M. Venkaiah Naidu today urged international funding agencies to support programmes aimed at promoting inclusive urban development.

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Bacteria, a new beauty tool?

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Cosmetic companies have started developing and selling products designed to harness the skin microbiome to help treat a range of skin conditions from acne to eczema.

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Akhilesh's 'cheap political view' is insult to Gujarat: Rupani

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:47 IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 10 (ANI): Lambasting former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav over his 'martyr' remark, Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Wednesday said the former's cheap political view is an insult to the state and its people.

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7th Sub Junior National C'ship: SAI beat Hockey Gangpur-Odisha 3-1

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:42 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 10 (ANI): Defending champions Hockey Gangpur- Odisha lost 1-3 to a resilient Sports Authority of India (SAI) on the opening day of the 7th Hockey India Sub Junior National Championship Men 'A' division, here in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

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Getting runs in first three years of IPL was easier: Gambhir

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:42 IST

Mohali (Punjab) [India], May 10 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Gautam Gambhir feels that scoring in the first three editions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was easier as compared to seasons thereafter.

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Power of personalized music in dementia care

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Music can be a cheap and easy way to provide relief to the nursing home residents coping with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

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IAS Sanjay Mitra to be next Defence Secretary

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved the name of IAS Sanjay Mitra to take charge as Secretary, Ministry of Defence.

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DSK Shivajians defeat Bengaluru FC in Fed Cup

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:14 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 10 (ANI): DSK Shivajians rode on Spanish import Juan Barraso's brace to defeat JSW Bengaluru FC 2-0 in the ongoing 38th edition of the Federation Cup here at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Wednesday, to throw open Group B.

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Mishra's attacker member of BJYM, claims AAP

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Contradictory to what Ankit Bharadwaj, the person who attacked ousted Delhi minister Kapil Mishra, claim of being an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) worker, the Arvind Kejriwal-led party on Wednesday said the former is an executive member of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM).

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Postmenopausal hormone therapy may up your hearing loss risk

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:06 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): A new study has linked the postmenopausal hormone therapy to a higher risk of hearing loss.

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AAP supporter tries to attack 'fasting' Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 10, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India] May 10 (ANI): A person tried to attack sacked Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra who is on a hunger strike demanding the reasons behind few Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders' foreign trips in the last two years.

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Rajasthan minister's shocker! Says rape incidents can't be prevented

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:59 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 10 (ANI): In a shocking statement, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Rajasthan minister Kalicharan Saraf on Wednesday stirred a controversy with his remark asserting that the government cannot prevent rape incidences from taking place, adding that it can only catch hold the culprits.

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China conducts new missile tests aimed to counter THAAD

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:59 IST

Beijing [China], May 10 (ANI): The Chinese Defense Ministry has announced the successful testing of a new type of missile which analysts say is a response to the deployment of the US-built Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) anti-missile system in South Korea.

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Ryan Seacrest 'unsure' about being part of 'American Idol' revival

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): 'American Idol' is officially returning at ABC, but its long-term host Ryan Seacrest might not be a part of the revival.

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Trump says Americans will thank him for firing FBI chief Comey

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that by and large most Americans would thank him for firing James Comey, three years into his ten year stint as FBI director.

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Mumbai all pumped up as Justin Bieber set to go LIVE

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:39 IST

Mumbai [India], May 10 (ANI): Justin Bieber, who will be performing before an audience here in just a few hours, has made his fans really delirious.

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One Mega Event marks a successful beginning

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): One Mega Event not only brought new technologies to the fore but created an optimistic furor with a host of innovative and creative solutions on display for the development of smart cities.

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Becks makes cameo in 'King Arthur: Legend of the Sword' as baddie

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): From football to modelling and philanthropy, David Beckham has rocked it all and now, he is trying his hand at acting.

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Lemon Tree Hotels launch universally accessible hotels in Gurugram

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The third largest hotel company The Lemon Tree has announced the formal opening of its twin properties in Gurugram, thereby becoming the largest owner of hotel rooms in the millennium city.

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UP Police drags senior citizen out of house

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:18 IST

Amroha, (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 10 (ANI): A 70-year-old woman was dragged out by policemen on Wednesday, while executing court orders to evacuate the premises in Amroha, UP.

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RSS responsible for India's division: Imam Barkati

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Shahi Imam of Tipu Sultan Masjid, Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati on Wednesday alleged that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was the one which helped the British when East India Company was ruling India, adding that if any Muslim would support the right-wing organisation and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) then they would be ostracised from the community.

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IT'S OFFICIAL! Ed Sheeran is coming to INDIA

Updated: May 10, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): People are still not able to digest the fact that Justin Bieber is currently in India and will perform for Indian audiences.

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Kanye West working on new music on a secluded 'mountaintop'

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:56 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Kanye West is making a new album and to make it possible, he is heading towards a secluded mountaintop.

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BJP for action against SP MLC's nephew who slapped cop

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:53 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 10 (ANI): Coming down heavily on the person who claimed to be Samajwadi Party MLC Ramesh Yadav's nephew, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said action will be taken against him for slapping a policeman at a police station.

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ePsyClinic launches health assistance platform IWill

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Leading online platform for health assistance ePsyClinic.com on Wednesday announced the launch of 'I Will', a revolutionary support system and a transformative therapy app.

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China registers protest with US over officials' visit to Dalai Lama

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:48 IST

Beijing [China], May 10 (ANI): China on Wednesday lodged a diplomatic protest with the United States over a Congressional delegation's meeting with the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India saying the move violated Washington's commitment not to support Tibet's independence.

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Samajwadi Party leader's nephew slaps policeman in Etah

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:48 IST

Etah (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 10 (ANI): In a recent incident in Etah, Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, a relative of a Samajwadi Party (SP) leader slapped a policeman at a police station.

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Next GST Council meeting to be held in Srinagar

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:48 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 10 (ANI): The next Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting will be held on May 18-19 in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar.

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Army Officer Fayyaz cremated with full military honours

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:48 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], May 10 (ANI): Young Indian Army officer Lt. Ummer Fayyaz who was abducted and killed by terrorists, was cremated with full military honours in Sursun, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday.

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Army Chief, Sharif discuss Dawn Leaks, Kulbhushan Jadhav

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:39 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 10 (ANI): Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday discussed several important issues, including the Dawn Leaks, Kulbushan Jadhav and Pak-Afghan relations.

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Aye Finance receives funding of Rs. 20 crore from SBI

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Aye Finance on Wednesday announced receiving of Rs. 20 crore from State Bank of India for on-lending and getting approvals for sanctioned credit facilities.

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Akhilesh making unrestrained narrative out of frustration: BJP

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:33 IST

Lucknow/Mumbai (Uttar Pradesh/Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): Slamming former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav's 'martyrs' remark, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said a jawan belongs to the entire nation and not to a particular state.

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Centre criticizes Akhilesh Yadav for statement on martyrs

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Center on Wednesday criticized former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav for issuing insensitive political statement on martyrs.

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Soldiers represent nation, not states: BJP, Congress remind Akhilesh

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:33 IST

Lucknow/New Delhi [India] May 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress on Wednesday reminded former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav that soldiers belong to nation and not to states.

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The perfect summer vacation is just a tap away

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The time has come when you would be packing your bags, collecting your passport and heading out for a sun-kissed journey.

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Kingfisher named official Lager Partner for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:09 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 10 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced the appointment of Kingfisher as their official Lager Partner for the Champions Trophy to be held in England and Wales from June 1 to June 18.

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Thrill of taking wickets much better than scoring runs: Root

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:08 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 10 (ANI): Joe Root is confident that he could repay his England's faith and contribute with the ball is he is asked to perform as a second spinner during the forthcoming Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in UK.

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Pak army withdraws tweet rejecting notification on Dawn Leaks by PMO

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:08 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 10 (ANI): After an apparent rift between the PML-N government and the army over the Dawn Leaks report, the Pakistan Army on Wednesday withdrew its earlier statement rejecting a notification from Prime Minister's Office on the issue.

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Jessica St. Clair reveals her battle with breast cancer

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:04 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 10 (ANI): Jessica St. Clair is now officially a 'breast cancer' survivor.

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Hyderabad: Two killed in car accident

Updated: May 10, 2017 17:04 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 10 (ANI): In a tragic development, Andhra Pradesh Minister Dr. P Narayana's son Nishith and his friend were killed in an accident in Jubilee hills here in the wee hours of Wednesday morning.

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I believe in 'miracle': F1 legend Berger on Schumi's recovery

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:57 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 10 (ANI): Motorsport veteran Gerhard Berger has expressed his hope that Formula One legend Michael Schumacher will one day recover from the brain injuries he sustained in 2013 skiing crash.

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Execution of Jadhav would be equal to 'murder': Centre

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:53 IST

Dhule (Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): While crediting the Indian Government for maintaining international pressure on Pakistan leading to stay on alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution, Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre on Wednesday said they don't agree with Islamabad's decision and would rather term it as a 'murder.'

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Fodder scam case: Lalu evades question on SC decision

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday evaded the question on the Supreme Court's decision to revive criminal charges against him in connection with the fodder scam case, saying that he did not want to comment.

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Nepal second phase polls facing uncertainty

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:43 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 10 (ANI): With Nepal set to hold the first phase of elections early next week, doubts over the commencement of the second phase is dominating discussion in the political and public space.

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Me, Younis will try best to focus on our jobs: Misbah

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:29 IST

Roseau [West Indies], May 10 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-haq, who along with Younis Khan, will retire from international cricket after the Dominica Test against West Indies, has asserted that both the veterans will try their best to keep their emotions under control and focus on their jobs in their pursuit of a maiden Test series win in the Caribbean.

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AAP's former Punjab convener Ghuggi announces resignation

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:29 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 10 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) former Punjab convener Gurpreet Singh Ghuggi on Wednesday announced his resignation from the primary membership of the party.

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Has Gujarat ever produced martyrs: Akhilesh's 'foot-in-mouth' attack on PM Modi

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:24 IST

Etawah (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 10 (ANI): Indirectly criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav asked why is it that soldiers from all parts of the country are sacrificing their lives, except for those hailing from Gujarat.

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Washington Apple wagon tour pledges for a healthy living

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): To commemorate the spirit of health and wellbeing, Washington Apple Commission (WAC) brought the freshness of apples straight from the orchards of Washington State across the nation, as an 89 city national campaign called 'The Washington Apple Wagon Tour', WAC created a fun and exciting event for every city they visited.

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Mumbai's dabbawalas celebrate ICJ's stay of Jhadav's execution

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:21 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], May 10, (ANI): Mumbai's famed 'dabbawalas' celebrated the stay of the execution of 'alleged' Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav on Wednesday, by distributing sweets.

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Bajaj Finserv slashes home loan interest rate to 8.50 pct in its limited period offer

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Bajaj Finserv, India's most diversified financial company, through its lending arm Bajaj Finance, is offering Home Loan at special interest rate of 8.50 percent till May 15, 2017. Also, you can avail a Personal Loan to set up the house at an interest rate starting from 12.99 percent in this limited period offer.

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Pakistan scowls at ICJ order, says its 'diversionary tactic'

Updated: May 10, 2017 16:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday accused India of trying to play diversionary tactics by getting a stay order from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the execution of Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Tissot partners with RCB as the official watch

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): Tissot, the famous Swiss watch brand, fortifies its ties to the world of cricket by becoming the Official Watch of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for this season.

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Triple Talaq: Ahead of mega SC hearing, here is all you need to know

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): As India continues to witness heated debates and dramatic developments on the controversial Islamic tradition of Triple Talaq, the Supreme Court on Thursday is set to begin its marathon hearing over the batch of pleas by Muslim women condemning the custom.

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PM Modi's two-day 'apolitical' Sri Lanka visit starts tomorrow

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will depart on Thursday to attend the International Vesak Day celebrations in Sri Lanka as the chief guest. This will be his second Sri Lanka visit.

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Suvigya Sharma unveiled Hyperreal Boxing Portrait for Justin Bieber

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): Canadian Singer Justin Bieber, who will be performing today at the most awaited concert in India, has an avid interest in boxing and is a boxing contender himself. Bringing to the fore this facet of his personality, India's only and renowned miniature painting artist, Suvigya Sharma unveiled a lifesize portrait, he commissioned for Bieber and presented it to him today at St. Regis in Lower Parel, Mumbai.

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Centre assures justice for murder of Kashmiri Army officer

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Centre on Wednesday assured justice for the murder of Army officer Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz, who was killed by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district.

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'Painful' that Lt. Ummer Fayaz was killed when he came home: Mehbooba Mufti

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir),[India] May 10 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday condemned the abduction and murder of Army officer Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Shopian district.

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Nation will never forget Lt. Ummer Fayaz: Rahul Gandhi

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Following the murder of Army officer Lt. Ummer Fayaz, Congress Vice-president Rahul Gandhi took to twitter to express his grief saying the nation mourns his loss.

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MobiKwik hails SEBI for opening Mutual Funds for mobile wallets

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Hailing Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) decision to allow investors to buy mutual fund schemes for up to Rs. 50,000 through digital wallets, payments system MobiKwik on Wednesday said that it is a big fillip for the nascent Indian fintech industry as it will work towards tying up with Asset Management Companies to offer their products.

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Tukatech Inc. to launch suite of special digital tools for fashion and design community

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-NewsVoir): At Texprocess, Tukatech, Inc. is launching a suite of applications that will change the design community.

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ICC confirms squads for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:49 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 10 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday confirmed the squads which will be taking part in the upcoming Champions Trophy scheduled to be held between June 1-18 in England and Wales.

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Scientists track brain developments of newborn babies

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Researchers can now easily study how the human brain develops as scientists have published ground-breaking scans of newborn babies' brains.

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Online gaming industry in India to surge by 2021: Google, KPMG

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Highlighting the growth opportunities in the digital gaming industry in India, Google India and KPMG on Wednesday released joint report 'Online Gaming in India: 2021' to highlight the gaming industry in India.

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NITI Aayog meets Yogi Adityanath with blueprint to transform UP

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): In a meeting with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the NITI Aayog on Wednesday presented a road map on possible techniques that the state could embark on to move towards development and reach the end of becoming a modern state.

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Was 'little apprehensive' about speaking Tamil in 'VIP 2': Kajol on her Tamil comeback

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Bollywood actress Kajol, who is making her comeback in Tamil cinema after 20 years with the upcoming film 'VIP 2', revealed that she was a little apprehensive about speaking Tamil in the film.

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Steve McQueen in talks to direct Tupac documentary

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 10 (ANI): Academy award-winning director Steve McQueen is all set to direct a documentary about singer Tupac Shakur.

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Shashank Manohar to continue as ICC chairman till June 2018

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Shashank Manohar has backtracked on his decision to step down from the post and has decided to finish his term at the top of the world's cricket body which ends in June 2018.

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Russian ties form strongest pillars of India's foreign policy: MEA

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi, May 10 (ANI): External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday stated that New Delhi's relations with Moscow are one of the strongest pillars of India's foreign policy.

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After 'Mahabharata,' it's time for 'Ramayana' to hit big screens

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After the confirmation of 'Mahabharata' being adapted for the big screen with a whopping budget of Rs 1000 crore, three of India's well known film producers are coming together to make a live-action movie on 'Ramayana' on a budget of Rs 500 crores.

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In constant touch with Pakistan for safe return of Uzma: MEA

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday assured that said that India is coordinating with the Pakistan Foreign Office for the safe return of an Indian woman Uzam, who alleged that she was sedated, tortured and forced to sign a nikah nama at gunpoint in Pakistan.

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Japanese firms expand their businesses in global market

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

Australia/Thailand, May 10 (ANI): Japanese manufacturer of gas appliances and energy-efficient water heaters has gone for an expansion in Australia.

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Calvin Harris announces new album with big names

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): It seems like Calvin Harris is all set to make the world 'dance' to his new tunes.

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Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista's 'GOTG' screen test is worth watching

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): You must have loved Chris Pratt's Star Lord and Dave Bautista's Drax The Destroyer in the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' movies.

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Timeline: A troubled history of FBI appointments, dismissals

Updated: May 10, 2017 15:12 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 10 (ANI): James Comey, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was dismissed by President Donald Trump on Wednesday. The unusual move was only the second time when the director was removed untimely in the history of FBI.

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OYO introduces Townhouse category in Hyderabad

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Online hotel aggregator OYO continues to break new grounds as an innovator through its Townhouse offerings as the hospitality company on Wednesday introduced its category of OYO Townhouse in Hyderabad.

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IPS Aparna Kumar meets UP CM Yogi before departing for Alaska

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:51 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), [India], May 10, (ANI): Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and mountaineer Aparna Kumar, on Wednesday, met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath before she went to summit Mount Denali in Alaska (USA).

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Pakistan denied consular access for Jadhav 16 times: MEA

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday asserted that Pakistan's utter non-cooperative behavior led India to approach the International Court of Justice in the interest of saving the life of Kulbhushan Jadhav and delivering him justice.

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Here's how you can 'scarf up' your summer

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): With summer days here, you may want to add a pop of colour to your outfits by twisting, knotting and styling your brightest scarves!

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Want to feel better post break-up, pretend to be OKAY

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:37 IST

London [UK], May 10 (ANI): Break ups can be devastating!

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J-K: Army foils infiltration bid in Rampur sector

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:37 IST

Rampur (Jammu And Kashmir), May 10 (ANI): The Indian Army successfully foiled a cross-border infiltration bid in Rampur sector, Baramulla of North Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday night.

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We are grateful to govt., media and citizenry, say Kulbhushan Jhadav's pals

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:37 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], May 10, (ANI): After the International Court of Justice (ICJ) put a stay on the execution order by Pakistan court of military to 'alleged' Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, his pals, on Wednesday, expressed gratefulness to the government, media and the people of the country and are hopeful of his victorious and safe return back to the country.

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Jaisalmer: Air Force arrests suspicious person from restricted area

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:31 IST

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], May 10 (ANI): The Air Force on Wednesday arrested a suspicious person from the restricted area near the Air Force base in Jaisalmer.

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Holistic admissions beyond cut-offs, says Ashoka University

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): The months that follow Grade XII board examinations in India prove to be a rather stressful and difficult period for students as well as parents.

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Tewatia's spell was turning point in our win: Mohit Sharma

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:27 IST

Chandigarh [India], May 10 (ANI): Mohit Sharma has credited his side`s spinners, especially Rahul Tewatia, for establishing a stranglehold in the middle of Kolkata Knight Riders` chase which the home side eventually won by 14 runs at the Punjab Crick

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PM Modi pushes legal fraternity for more 'pro bono' work

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday appealed to the legal fraternity to come forward and take up more cases of poor and under privileged under 'pro bono'.

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Indian Army promises retribution for murder of Kashmiri Lieutenant

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Condemning the abduction and murder of Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district, General officer Commanding-In-Chief of the South Western Comd. and Colonel of the Rajputana Rifles on Wednesday dubbed it as 'cowardice and barbaric act of terrorism'.

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Murder of Lt. Ummer Fayaz a 'dastardly act of cowardice': Jaitley

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:19 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir), May 10 (ANI): Condemning the abduction and murder of Army officer Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district, Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday dubbed it a 'dastardly act of cowardice.'

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Week-long Mother's Day celebrations hit Delhi, NCR

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): This Mother's Day, celebrate your mom by heading to Delhi-NCR's favourite destinations The Great India Place Mall and Gardens Galleria Mall.

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Misbah, Younis shouldn't leave Pakistan at same time: Abdul Qadir

Updated: May 10, 2017 14:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 10 (ANI): Legendary Pakistan leg-spinner Abdul Qadir feels that Misbah-ul-haq and Younis Khan shouldn't leave the Test team at the same time as it could cause problems for the Men in Green in the longest format of the game.

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Am I depressed? Don't ignore these signs

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:55 IST

London [UK], May 10 (ANI): One of the biggest contributors to the rising incident of depression and anxiety is the stigma associated with it.

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Know your olive oil

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): From ruling the kitchens to taking over the cosmetic world, olive oil has emerged as the catchword for today's health-conscious Indians.

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MEA hails Swaraj's 'legal' precision for Jadhav's execution stay

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): With the International Court of Justice (ICJ) putting a stay on Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday hailed the precision and the legal action taken by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in the matter.

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Adnan Sami blessed with 'angelic baby girl'

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): A sudden wave of joy has engulfed Adnan Sami's life as the singer and his wife Roya Sami have been blessed with a baby girl.

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Tendulkar is my cricketing hero, says Pakistani batsman Sahibzada Farhan

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:30 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 10 (ANI): Pakistani batsman Sahibzada Farhan, who impressed all with his tremendous performance in the recently concluded Pakistan Cup for his team Balochistan, has admitted that legendary Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar is his cricketing hero.

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All eyes on Trump's replacement for ex-FBI Director Comey

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:29 IST

New York [U.S.], May 10 (ANI): With James Comey ousted as the FBI director, President Donald Trump and his team have now started looking for his replacement for a new 10 year term.

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Australian senator scripts history by breastfeeding her baby in Parliament

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:20 IST

New York [U.S.], May 10 (ANI) : Queensland Senator Larissa Waters' 2- month-old daughter made history by becoming the first baby to be breastfed in Parliament.

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IDBI Bank on RBI's radar for bad loans

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday invoked prompt corrective action (PCA) on government-owned IDBI Bank due to its bad loans and return on assets (ROA).

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Jhulan Goswami's feat `a moment of pride` for BCCI: CK Khanna

Updated: May 10, 2017 13:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Praising Jhulan Goswami for becoming the leading wicket-taker in Women's ODIs, C. K. Khanna, acting president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Wednesday said that it is a moment pride not only for women's cricket but also for the nation's cricket body.

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Supreme Court takes first step in becoming 'digital court'

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court marked its first step towards becoming a paperless, digital court on Wednesday when Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the digital filing system in the presence of the Chief Justice of India.

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Post Comey's dismissal, Trump seeks to mend ties with Russia

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:54 IST

New York [U.S.], May10 (ANI): The timing of the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey coincides with the subpoenas issued to the associates of former national security Advisor Michael Flynn, as part of the ongoing probe of Russian meddling in 2016 election.

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Housing.com begins operations in Ahmedabad; to offer 1000+ properties

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Online aggregator for property and home buying Housing.com on Wednesday announced its expansion into the Ahmedabad market, where the company will offer over 1000+ properties on its portal to the home buyers.

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WACA to host Ashes as Perth Stadium construction 'delayed'

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:51 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 10 (ANI): The third Ashes Test between Australia and England in December will be held at the traditional Perth venue of the WACA, after the West Australian government confirmed that there is no chance of the new stadium being ready in time.

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Let your child play Pokemon Go!

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Online games have become a way of life. The slavish obsession for Pokemon Go can now help your kid to learn and engage with his peers and community, according to researchers.

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Gujarat: ED raids liquor mafia's residence, recovers liquor worth Rs. 2 Cr

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday raided the illegal warehouse of liquor mafia Ramesh Jagubhai Patel in Daman and also recovered liquor worth over Rs 2.5 crore.

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Triple Talaq: Ahead of SC hearing, Centre urges for 'reform'

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): A day after the Allahabad High Court condemned the controversial practice of Triple Talaq while terming it a violation of women's rights, the Centre on Wednesday called for reform while saying that constitutional law is above all.

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Moon Jae-in sworn in as new South Korean President

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:46 IST

New York [U.S.], May10 (ANI): Former human rights lawyer Moon Jae-in was sworn in as South Korea's new President on Wednesday, hours after the country's election commission confirmed his victory in the polls.

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BSP expels Naseemuddin Siddiqui and his son for 'anti-party activities'

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Alleging that he was involved in anti-party activities and corruption, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Wednesday expelled Naseemuddin Siddiqui and his son Afzal Siddiqui from the party.

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No difference between men, women in facial recognition

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Refuting the basic theory that women are better at recognizing faces than men, a new study found no difference between men and women in their ability to recognize faces and categorize facial expressions.

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New Fujitsu SP-1425 Document Scanner for simplified small office scanning

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Fujitsu India Private Limited introduces SP-1425 scanner, the latest addition to the SP Series line of scanners. This scanner is aimed at business users who need a reliable and versatile solution with excellent real-world performance.

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Device to check ripeness of tomatoes?

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:30 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Future farmers may be zapping tomatoes with lasers!

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Merely seeing logo can make you crave Facebooking

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:29 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): Did you know! Merely coming across Facebook logo makes you crave social media?

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Hussey backs Stokes to steal show at Champions Trophy

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:27 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 10 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Mike Hussey has predicted that Ben Stokes will steal the show on his home turf during next month's Champions Trophy, saying that the England all-rounder can have the same seismic impact as South Africa heavy-hitter Lance Klusener had in the 1999 World Cup.

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About time EC brings in VVPAT machines: Prashant Bhushan

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Following the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) showing a "live demonstration" vindicating its charge of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) tampering, senior lawyer Prashant Bhushan called on the Election Commission to introduce the VVPAT machines as quickly as possible.

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Diamond Empowerment Fund announces powerhouse line-up of honorees for "Diamonds Do Good" awards in Vegas

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): The Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F) announced a powerful program for its "Diamonds Do Good" Awards gala set for June 4 at the Four Seasons Ballroom in Las Vegas. Iconic retailer Helzberg Diamonds will receive the Corporate Legacy of Philanthropy Award, GraçaMachel Mandela, former first lady of both Mozambique and South Africa will receive the first-ever "Diamonds Do Good" Global Humanitarian Award and acclaimed actor and social justice advocate David Oyelowo, who starred in such films as Selma and A United Kingdom, will receive the International Vanguard Award.

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ICJ order on Jadhav has cornered Pakistan: Legal experts

Updated: May 10, 2017 12:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10, (ANI): Hailing the Centre's decision of reaching out to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which put a stay on Kulbhushan Jadhav's execution ordered by Pakistan, legal experts on Wednesday stated that the Government had taken the swiftest route to securing freedom for the imprisoned Indian.

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Trump slams Chuck Schumer for criticizing Comey firing

Updated: May 10, 2017 11:26 IST

New York [U.S.], May 10 (ANI): After stunning the nation by firing FBI Director James Comey, United States President Donald Trump shrugged off the criticism by Chuck Schumer for his action, saying the Senator was acting 'indignant' given his previous condemnation of the top cop.

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Bengal Govt. symbolic to 'andher nagri, chaupat raja': BJP

Updated: May 10, 2017 11:23 IST

New Delhi, [India] May 10 (ANI): After Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati said that he would continue to use the red-beacon as permission for it was given by the erstwhile "British Government",-the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday-satirically branded the West Bengal government as a 'dark nation with an insane king'.

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Smiling makes you look older: Study

Updated: May 10, 2017 11:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): As shocking as it may sound but a new study shows smiling can make you appear to be two years older than if you wear a poker face.

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Stay on Jadhav execution big win for Modi government: Centre

Updated: May 10, 2017 11:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): A day after the International Court of Justice stayed the hanging of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav who was sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court, Minister of State (MoS) for home affairs Hansraj Ahir stated that the development signaled a major victory the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government.

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Bopanna-Cuevas stunned in Madrid Open first round

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:52 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 10 (ANI): Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna and his Uruguayan partner Pablo Cuevas were knocked out of the Madrid Masters after being crushed in straight sets in the opening round of the men's double event here last evening.

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Foot pain, foot posture linked to falls among older adults

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:49 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 10 (ANI): A recent study suggests foot pain - particularly severe foot pain - correlates to a higher incidence of recurrent falls.

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Shopian: Army Lieutenant abducted, shot dead by terrorists

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:38 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir), May 10 (ANI): The young Indian Army officer who was abducted and then brutally killed by terrorists, will be cremated with full honours in Sursun in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir.

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Sasha commemorates 14 years of doing what he loves

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Shahid Kapoor, today, completes 14 years in Bollywood and because of his 'Shaandaar' performances over these years, 'Dil 'always' Maange More.'

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Trump to meet Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:19 IST

New York [U.S.], May10 (ANI): President Donald Trump will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in the Oval office on Wednesday.

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President Mukherjee, PM Modi greet nation on Buddha Purnima

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted the nation on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, and highlighted the importance of his teachings.

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Juventus into CL finals post 4-1 aggregate win over Monaco

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:15 IST

Turin [Italy], May 10 (ANI): Juventus stormed into their second Champions League final in three years after clinching a comfortable 4-1 aggregate win over Monaco at the Juventus Stadium here on Wednesday.

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AAP junket row: Kapil Mishra begins 'Satyagraha'

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Suspended Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra on Wednesday began his hunger strike, and asserted that he would not end his agitation until the party leaders disclose details of the funding for their foreign tours.

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Army doctor killed: Locals aiding terrorists, assert defence experts

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:13 IST

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): Condemning the dastardly abduction and murder of an Indian Army Lieutenant by terrorists in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, Defence experts have asserted that the entire development reeked of locals being involved with untoward elements in the Valley.

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PeeCee begins 'Baywatch' promotions with Jimmy Kimmel Live

Updated: May 10, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): As part of the promotions of her Hollywood debut 'Baywatch', global star Priyanka Chopra recently dropped by on The Jimmy Kimmel Show.

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Furious Democrats brand Comey's firing as 'Nixonian'

Updated: May 10, 2017 09:53 IST

New York [U.S.], May 10 (ANI): Democrats who had earlier blamed ex-FBI Director Comey's actions for Hillary Clinton's loss in the 2016 Presidential election, are furious over his firing and have termed Comey's dismissal as "Nixonian."

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Andhra Minister's son killed in road accident

Updated: May 10, 2017 09:15 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 10 (ANI): In a tragic development, Andhra Pradesh Minister Dr. P Narayana's son Nishith and his friend were killed in an accident in Jubilee hills here in the wee hours of Wednesday morning.

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Ex-FBI Director Comey thought his firing was a 'prank'

Updated: May 10, 2017 08:58 IST

New York [U.S.], May10 (ANI): The news that President Donald Trump had fired him came so unexpectedly, that FBI director James Comey laughed it away thinking someone was playing a prank on him.

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PM Modi speaks to French President-Elect Macron

Updated: May 10, 2017 08:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Emmanuel Macron last evening, congratulating him on his victory in French Presidential election.

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J-K: Army officer's bullet-ridden body found in Shopian

Updated: May 10, 2017 08:11 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir), May 10 (ANI): The body of an Army Lieutenant was found with multiple bullet injuries in Herman in Shopian district of South Kashmir.

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Almost 10,000 Yazidis 'killed or kidnapped in ISIS genocide', says study

Updated: May 10, 2017 07:27 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 10 (ANI): As many as 9,900 members of Yazidi community have been "killed or kidnapped in ISIS genocide," yet the true scale of the genocide during the brutal sweep by the ISIS through Iraq may never be known as thousands remain in captivity, a study says.

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J-K: Yoga session organised for CRPF jawans

Updated: May 10, 2017 07:26 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 10 (ANI): Yoga is the new mantra to conquer stress and effectively handle extreme conditions in the Valley by jawans.

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Barkati proves Bengal is land of lawlessness: Babul Supriyo

Updated: May 10, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati said that he would continue to use the red-beacon as permission for it was given by the erstwhile "British Government", Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises Babul Supriyo on Wednesday asserted that Barkati proved that the Bengal was the land of "lawlessness."

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Ex-French PM Valls wants to be part of Macron's En Marche!

Updated: May 10, 2017 06:43 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 10 (ANI): Former French Prime Minister Manuel Valls wants to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections as part of President-elect Emmanuel Macron future support group.

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Comey's termination invokes sharp reactions from U.S. Senate

Updated: May 10, 2017 06:33 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 10 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump firing James Comey, director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has invoked diverse, and sharp, reactions, mostly high profile.

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'Recycled India' Hyderabad couple promotes bamboo usage, sustainable livelihood

Updated: May 10, 2017 06:02 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 10 (ANI): An entrepreneur couple in Hyderabad has started an organisation, which not only promotes the use of bamboo, but is also building communities and providing sustainable livelihood opportunities to rural and tribal communities at the same time.

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Dharamsala: U.S. Congressional delegation visits Dalai Lama

Updated: May 10, 2017 05:58 IST

Dharamsala [India], May 10 (ANI): A United States Congressional delegation visited Tibet's spiritual leader the Dalai Lama at his headquarters in Dharamsala on Tuesday.

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Pak Military court had no jurisdiction: Defence experts on Jadhav execution stay

Updated: May 10, 2017 05:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After the International Court of Justice (ICJ) put a stay on the death sentence given by Pakistan to alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav, defence experts in India on Wednesday praised the efforts by the Indian Government and asserted that Pakistani Military Court had no jurisdiction over Jadhav.

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Flynn kept security clearance post warning of Russia blackmail risk

Updated: May 10, 2017 05:23 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 10 (ANI): The White House has clarified that no steps were taken to limit former national security advisor Michael Flynn's access to classified information after being informed that he was potentially compromised by Russia.

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Trump fires FBI director James Comey over Clinton email investigation

Updated: May 10, 2017 05:01 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 10 (ANI): In a bid to sweep away the man who is responsible for an investigation into whether members of Donald Trump's campaign team colluded with Russia in its interference in last year's elections, the United States President has fired Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey.

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Tampering of EVMs 'biggest fraud': AAP

Updated: May 10, 2017 05:01 IST

Patiala/ New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Hitting out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government at the Centre after the special Assembly session called to discuss the alleged tampering of EVMs, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday said it was the 'biggest fraud.'

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Need to change mentality, not Shariyat: Muslim cleric

Updated: May 10, 2017 04:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After as many as 25 leaders from the Muslim Community, under the umbrella of the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the triple talaq issue, Muslim cleric Imam Umer lyasi on Wednesday said there was a need to change the mentality, not the Shariyat law.

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BJP dubs EVM demo in Delhi Assembly as 'drama,' 'joke'

Updated: May 10, 2017 04:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said the Electoral Voting Machine (EVM) tampering demo in the special session of the Delhi Assembly was conducted only to divert everyone's attention from Kejriwal's corruption charges.

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Doubts on integrity of electoral process should be erased: Congress

Updated: May 10, 2017 04:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged a "live demonstration" of alleged Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) manipulation in the Delhi Assembly, the Congress Party on Wednesday said if there was still a doubt on the manner in which the EVMs could be tampered with, it must be looked by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

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Kejriwal must come forward for investigation: Anna Hazare

Updated: May 10, 2017 03:46 IST

Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): Social activist Anna Hazare on Wednesday suggested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to come forward and say that he was ready for investigation, if he hadn't done anything wrong.

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`Belieber` or not! Justin lands in India ahead of Mumbai performance

Updated: May 10, 2017 02:54 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 10 (ANI): After setting the stage on fire in Dubai, international singing sensation Justin Bieber arrived in Mumbai in the wee hours of Wednesday. He is slated to perform in the city later this evening.

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Trump delays decision on withdrawing from Paris climate accord

Updated: May 10, 2017 02:22 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 10 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has delayed the decision on withdrawing from the Paris climate accord amid disagreements about the nature of the pact.

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AIFF website hacked, messages against India over Jadhav's release posted

Updated: May 10, 2017 01:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The All India Football Federation's (AIFF) website on Tuesday was hacked by an anonymous group called 'Zero Cool'.

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International Court of Justice stays Jadhav's execution

Updated: May 10, 2017 00:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): In what can be termed as a major relief to India, the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, has put a stay on the death sentence given by Pakistan to alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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ICJ stays Jadhav execution: Sushma Swaraj speaks to his mother

Updated: May 10, 2017 00:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): After the International Court of Justice (ICJ) stayed Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav's hanging in Pakistan, External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj said she spoke to former Indian naval officer's mother about the ICJ's order.

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India gets stay from ICJ on Jadhav execution

Updated: May 10, 2017 00:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): In a major development, the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, has put a stay on the death sentence given by Pakistan to Kulbhushan Jadhav.

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Jay Panda hints at resentment in BJD after leaders join BJP

Updated: May 09, 2017 23:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): With two senior leaders of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alarm bells have started ringing within the party as their senior leader Jay Panda has said that the ouster reflected a larger resentment among the party cadres and called for immediate attention.

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Moon Jae-in claims victory in South Korea presidential election

Updated: May 09, 2017 23:03 IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 9 (ANI): South Korea's presidential election has been won by liberal Moon Jae-in who favors a more open policy towards the country's hostile neighbour, North Korea.

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Assam: SSB sub-inspector killed in operation against NDFB(S)

Updated: May 09, 2017 23:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): One sub-inspector of 15 Battalion Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) was on Tuesday killed in an operation against the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) (S) insurgent group in the Manas Reserve Forest in Assam's Chirang district.

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BJP releases video to counter controversy on Amit Shah throwing turban

Updated: May 09, 2017 22:32 IST

Tripura (Agartala) [India], May 9 (ANI): As the video of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Amit Shah throwing away the welcome turban at the end of the public rally on Sunday at Kumarghar in North Tripura gets viral, the saffron party on Tuesday alleged it as a propaganda by the party in power.

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Centre bats for timely data on employment

Updated: May 09, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Stressing on the importance of timely and reliable data on employment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday directed the Prime Minister's Office and concerned Ministries to come up with a solution to fill this long-standing gap in the country's statistical architecture.

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BCCI congratulates Jhulan Goswami for becoming leading wicket taker in Women's ODIs

Updated: May 09, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday congratulated Indian pacer Jhulan Goswami for becoming the leading wicket taker in Women's ODIs.

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Sonia Gandhi hospitalised, to be discharged soon

Updated: May 09, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who was admitted in hospital earlier on Sunday, is likely to be discharged soon.

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Aizawl FC beat Churchill Bros to advance to semis of Federation Cup

Updated: May 09, 2017 22:10 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 9 (ANI): I-league champions Aizawl FC registered a 2-1 win over Churchill Brothers in the ongoing 38th edition of the Federation Cup in Cuttack, Odisha on Tuesday.

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'Incorruptibility' is ultimate remedy against corruption: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said incorruptibility is the ultimate remedy against corruption.

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Indian Navy bids adieu to its two minesweepers

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:31 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): Two minesweepers of the Indian Navy--INS Karwar and INS Kakinada were bid adieu at a solemn ceremony in Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on Tuesday evening.

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And the reason behind 'Sachin Sachin' chant is...

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:07 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], May 9 (ANI):It would be innumerable times that you have heard the chant 'Sachin Sachin' when the legendary cricketer would come out to bat.

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'13 Reasons Why' officially renewed for second season

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:03 IST

New Delhi/Los Angeles [India/USA], May 9 (ANI): It's OFFICIAL! Netflix has renewed '13 Reasons Why' for a second season.

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Sonika death: Vikram Chatterjee summoned by Kolkata Police

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:03 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 9 (ANI): Bengali film actor Vikram Chatterjee was on Tuesday summoned by the Kolkata Police over car accident that claimed model Sonika Chaihan's life.

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UP: Police assures action against those erupting violence

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:03 IST

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): The Saharanpur Police on Tuesday assured that the wrongdoers, due to which clashes broke out between two communities, would be dealt with strongly.

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UP Govt. announces new municipal corporations for Ayodhya-Faizabad, Mathura-Vrindavan

Updated: May 09, 2017 21:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Government on Tuesday announced two new municipal corporations for Ayodhya-Faizabad and Mathura-Vrindavan.

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'I miss you PIKU', says Deepika Padukone

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Reminiscing the nostalgic memories, actress Deepika Padukone says she misses the countless shoot memories of 'Piku'.

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Gayle apologises for RCB's dismal show in IPL 10

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:45 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 9 (ANI): Explosive Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) opener Chris Gayle has apologised to the fans for the franchise's dismal performance in this edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Cultural fest: another attraction point in Shimla

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:45 IST

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh capital Shimla is hosting a ten day theatre festival to celebrate the folk culture and tradition of the state. The fest organised by the Department of Language, Art and Culture of Himachal Pradesh provides a platform to aspiring artists.

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Robert Vadra slams Kejriwal over corruption charges

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:45 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): Lambasting Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over corruption charges, Congress president Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law Robert Vadra on Tuesday said the people have now witnessed both right and wrong.

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Parrikar lauds PM Modi's efforts to implement GST

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:39 IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], May 9 (ANI): Lauding Prime Minister Modi's efforts in achieving consensus over the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on Tuesday said all parties have 'finally' realised the importance of the new tax regime.

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PM asks Muslim leaders to initiate reform on triple talaq

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): As many as 25 leaders from the Muslim Community, under the umbrella of the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.

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'GI Joe' creator, Stanley Weston, dies at 84

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:35 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 9 (ANI): The creator of 'GI Joe' and co-creator of 'Thundercats,' Stanley Weston has died at age 84.

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PTI to file case against Sharif for taking bribe from Osama Bin Laden

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:35 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI): Imran Khan led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) intends to file a petition with the Supreme Court against Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for taking bribe money from slain al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden to finance the jihad in Kashmir and Afghanistan.

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Explosion at Mexican fireworks warehouse kills 14

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:35 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): More than a dozen people, including at least five children, were killed following an explosion in a fireworks warehouse in Mexico.

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EC invites all parties on May 12 to redress EVM issue

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): In order to allay doubts raised by political parties over the allegation of rigged Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), the Election Commission has scheduled an all political parties meeting on May 12 where issues related to electoral reforms, besides non-tamperable EVMs, would be discussed.

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Villagers protest in Jaunpur after man dies during celebratory firing

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:14 IST

Jaunpur,(Uttar Pradesh), New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): Angry villagers protested in Uttar Pradesh's Jaunpur district after a person named Shankar Yadav was killed during celebratory firing at a wedding on Sunday. The protesters expressed anger over the celebratory firing.

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Pakistan summons Iranian Ambassador over army chief's warning

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:14 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI): The Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) on Tuesday summoned Iranian Ambassador over Iranian Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Gen Mohammad Hossein Bagheri's remarks regarding cross border action.

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Johnny Depp to star in 'Richard Says Goodbye'

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:14 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 9 (ANI): Johnny Depp is all set to take a leap from 'pirate' world to the 'college' world.

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Bira 91 featured as beer of the month at United Nations

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Bira 91, the global, craft beer, today announced its selection for the "Beer of the Month" Program at the United Nations.

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Cannabis may help in treating dementia: Study

Updated: May 09, 2017 20:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): German researchers have found that small dose of cannabis taken in older age can reverse the ageing of the brain and boost memory.

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Kashmir issue must be addressed politically: Farooq Abdullah

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:54 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday and urged him to address the Kashmir issue politically.

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Only U.K govt can remove my red beacon: Imam Barkati

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:54 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] May 9 (ANI): Maulana Nurur Rehman Imam Barkati on Tuesday said that he will continue to use the red-beacon as permission for it was given by the erstwhile "British Government".

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Soli Sorabjee asks Mallya to appear before SC

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:54 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 9 (ANI): Urging liquor baron Vijay Mallya to end his game of 'ducks and drakes' with the Supreme Court, former attorney general Soli Sorabjee on Tuesday said non-compliance with the court's orders could prima facie be declared as contempt of court.

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'Hellboy' reboot in works with David Harbour

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:53 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 9 (ANI): The 'Hellboy' is coming back!

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Pakistan has not stopped its devilments: Rajnath on ceasefire violations

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:52 IST

Kaithal (Haryana) [India], May 9 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday castigated Pakistan for its unprovoked aggression along the Line of Control (LoC) recently.

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Only three days needed to hack EVMs across Delhi, says Sisodia

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) confidently said on Tuesday that it needed just three days to hack all Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) across Delhi.

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Congress to highlight failures of NDA

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Congress is planning to deploy its senior leaders to highlight the failures of the NDA Government.

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Hazare's 'criticism' based on media reports: AAP

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday said that Gandhian Anna Hazare's criticism of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is based on media reports and he is not aware of the facts.

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Give us your EVMs, says Kejriwal to EC

Updated: May 09, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Responding to the Election Commission's dismissal of the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) being tampered, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said the former should hereafter provide their own EVMs.

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Nepal Constitution amendment to take place on May 18

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:57 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 9 (ANI): Political parties in Nepal have reportedly reached an agreement to move ahead on the Constitution amendment process in Parliament on May 18.

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N. Korea congratulates Russia on 72nd anniversary of Victory Day

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:54 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], May 9 (ANI): North Korea on Tuesday extended congratulations to Russia on the 72nd anniversary of the former Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

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Robin Singh's brace helps East Bengal beat Chennai City FC in Federation Cup

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:44 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 9 (ANI): East Bengal defeated Chennai City FC 2-0 to register their first win in the ongoing 38th edition of the Federation Cup at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Tuesday, leading them to garner four points out of two matches.

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AAP has belittled case against EVMs: Congress

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): While claiming that the machine used by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to expose the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) rigging is not the same which the Election Commission (EC) uses, the Congress Party on Tuesday slammed the former saying it has belittled and weakened the whole case against the tampering row.

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NZ Test series will boost our preparations for World League Semi Final: Rani

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Rani, who will be leading the Indian's women's team in the five-match Test series against New Zealand starting in Midlands, has asserted that the tour will provide good preparation to the team for the World League Semi Final.

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Have Joanna Krupa and Romain Zago split?

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:38 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 9 (ANI): After more than three years of healthy marriage, former 'Real Housewives' star Joanna Krupa and Romain Zago have sparked rumours of a split.

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Nayana Pujari rape case: Death sentence awarded to three convicts

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:38 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): A Pune Court on Tuesday awarded death sentence to all the three convicts in the software engineer Nayana Pujari murder and rape case.

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Robert DeNiro targets Donald Trump while accepting Career Honour

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:38 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 9 (ANI): It seems like the 'goodfella' is really angry at POTUS.

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50 injured in bombing at Thailand's Muslim-dominated south

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:17 IST

Pattani [Thailand], May 9 (ANI): At least 50 people, including children, were on Tuesday injured in twin explosions outside a shopping mall in Thailand's Pattani.

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Mumbai: One killed in blast in clean up truck

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:16 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): At least one person was killed and another injured when fire broke out in a Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) clean up truck.

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Nation knows Kejriwal is lying: BJP

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:15 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday said the nation knows that the former is a liar, adding necessary action should be taken against him for providing wrong information to the Election Commission.

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Do Alpha males really exist?

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:06 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): Why does every man wants to be an 'alpha male'? Because an alpha male is strong, successful, confident, tall and attractive.

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Record foodgrains production in 2016-17

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Boisterous with good monsoon during 2016 and various policy initiatives undertaken by the government, the country witnessed a record food grain production, estimated at, 273.38 Million tonnes in 2016-17, as per a report released by the third advance estimates of the Ministry of Agriculture.

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Ex KFA employee appeals to UK court- declare Mallya guilty

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:04 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): A former employee of Kingfisher Airlines on Tuesday appealed to courts in Britain to declare Businessman Vijay Mallya guilty. "After the Supreme Court's directions now even the UK government should announce the judgment against Vijay Mallya," former Kingfisher Airlines employee Neetu Shukla told ANI.

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Cow vigilantism: Don't take law into own hands, warns CM Yogi

Updated: May 09, 2017 18:03 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who is facing criticism from all quarters in connection with law and order situation in the state especially over the loss of lives at the hands of cow vigilantes, urged people not to act in haste but take the help of law to fight crime.

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'Dobaara- See Your Evil' trailer will make mirrors scary

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Can a haunted mirror spoil someone's childhood? Get ready for chills from horror thriller 'Dobaara- See Your Evil's' starring Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem.

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Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan felicitates top achievers at India Dental Awards 2017

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI-BusinessWire India): India Dentist Awards 2017, conceived and initiated by Blindwink.in aims at eulogising and felicitating the achievers and go-getters from the Dental Sector. The sought after awards in the sector was organised on May 7, 2017 at the Taj Hotel in Bangalore.

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Do you want to undergo lie-detector test: Court asks Tytler

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Tuesday gave two weeks time to Congress leader Jagdish Tytler and arms dealer Abhishek Verma to file their contentions and appear before the court about their consent on conduction of lie-detector test and provision of security.

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PCB summons Mohammad Nawaz over corruption code violation

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:45 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a Notice of Demand to left-arm spinner Mohammad Nawaz in connection with suspected failure to report a fixing approach made by a bookie.

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Jhulan Goswami becomes leading wicket-taker in Women's ODIs

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Indian pacer Jhulan Goswami has become the leading wicket-taker in Women's One Day Internationals (ODI) going past Australian Cathryn Fitzpatrick record of 180 wickets.

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Scientists find new therapies to cure life-threatening lung condition

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): According to a recent study, scientists have pinpointed a chemical signal that worsens inflammation linked to a life-threatening lung condition.

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BJP demands quick removal of disputed Amazon map

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday asked Amazon to respect the sentiments of the Indians and remove the disputed map from its site.

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Kapil Mishra has lost his mental balance: Satyendra Jain

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:29 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendra Jain on Tuesday lashed out at suspended party MLA Kapil Mishra saying no deal took place between him and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, adding Mishra was lying after losing his mental balance.

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Sisters found murdered at Lucknow home

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:26 IST

Lucknow (U.P.) [India], May 9 (ANI): Two daughters of an ex-army man were found with their throats slit in their home in Ram Vihar colony in Lucknow.

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Greenply is the new Principal Sponsor of the Kolkata Knight Riders

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Greenply on Tuesday announced that they are the new principle sponsor of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

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Indian woman to be repatriated only after legal requirements completed: Pakistan

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:23 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI): The Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) on Tuesday said that Indian national Uzma, who has accused her Pakistani husband of marrying her at gunpoint, will be repatriated only after all legal requirements are completed.

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CSA gets its major tournament ban lifted

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:15 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 9 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) will now be eligible to bid and host major international tournaments as a ban on it has been lifted with immediate effect after meeting the government's transformation criteria.

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NGT directs UPPCB to close industries running without consent

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Tuesday directed the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) to shut down all the industries running in residential areas without any consent.

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CBSE issues clarification on Kannur incident

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:14 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], May 9 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education on Tuesday issued a clarification on the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test conducted on 7th May in Kannur.

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Goa Assembly approves GST Bill

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Goa Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed the 'revolutionary' Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill.

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Genes in children linked to stress, bipolar disorder: Study

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): Do you see your children taking too much of stress? Blame their genes.

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First north east woman to represent India at Misses World 2017, USA

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:09 IST

Jorhat, (Assam), [India], May 9, (ANI): In the recently held South Asia 2017 beauty pageant, an event organized under Misses India TM, Mrs Reshita Baruah from Jorhat represented Assam and brought laurels by winning the coveted title of "Ms India World 2017" held in Gurgaon, from 22nd-25th April.

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EVM demo: 'Tactic' to shift focus from corruption charges, says Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Even as a special session of the Delhi Assembly was convened to discuss allegations of rigging of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), suspended AAP leader Kapil Mishra on Tuesday said Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was adopting this tactic to shift the people's attention from the corruption charges levelled against him.

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MEA rebuts reports of denying Mamata's China visit

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday rebutted media reports of denying clearance to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for China visit.

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Samsung Pay now available on Mswipe terminals

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): POS merchant acquirer and network provider Mswipe on Tuesday announced the availability of Samsung Pay, a flagship mobile payments service, at all its terminals.

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National shooting team detained at IGI Airport

Updated: May 09, 2017 17:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The national shooting team were on Tuesday detained at New Delhi's IGI Airport after they refused to clear their guns with the customs, informed Abhinav Bindra, the country's lone individual Olympic gold medallist, on Twitter.

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How to ensure your daughter grows up to be independent

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:59 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): To ensure young girls know how to face the stigmas and battles prevalent in the society since decades, parents need to tell daughters about feminism.

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EC dismisses AAP's EVM tampering demonstration

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Election Commission on Tuesday said the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) demonstrated in Delhi Assembly on prototype Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) and not on Election Commission of India Electronic Voting Machine (EVM), sources said.

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Will protest against Kejriwal if corruption proved: Hazare

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:57 IST

Ralegan Siddhi (Maharashtra) [India], May 9 (ANI): Activist Anna Hazare on Tuesday said he would protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar area if corruption charges levelled against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal are proved.

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Jodie Sweetin's ex Justin Hodak jailed for six years

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:56 IST

New York [USA], May 9 (ANI): Jodie Sweetin's former fiance Justin Hodak has been sentenced jail for more than six years after he was found guilty on the pretext of possession of a deadly weapon and falsifying evidence by threatening a witness.

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Youngest siblings think they are the funniest: Study

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:55 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): According to a new study, youngest siblings in families think that they are funnier than their older counterparts.

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Give the #TasteOfMothersLove to children living in orphanages

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Many of us have been lucky to have experienced a mothers never ending love; seldom realizing what it really means for the children who do not have one. Sadly, there are 20 million children in India living in orphanages, deprived of this blessing. For whom, mother's love, the warmth of her hug, the touch of her hands are just expressions.

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Jugnoo celebrates Mother's Day with #unspokenLove

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI-NewsVoir): With Mother's Day 2017 fast approaching, Jugnoo, one of the leading hyper-local startups in India, has come up with some excellent last minute gift ideas at affordable prices for its patrons to express their love to their mothers.

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AAP claims vindication, exposes EVM tampering

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Coming down heavily on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) tampering row, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday put a full stop on all the speculations revolving around the same and gave a full demonstration on how the machine can be rigged.

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SBI welcome bids from i-bankers; to manage fund-raising plans

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) on Tuesday invited bids from investment bankers for its proposed Rs. 15,000 crore capital raising plan.

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It's time to stop Instagramming your food

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:31 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): Are you one of those who always put pictures of your food on Instagram? You might want to think that again.

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PoK: Protests against education system aimed at making children 'Pakistani'

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:31 IST

Kotli [Pakistan Occupied Kashmir], May 9 (ANI): Anti-Pakistan protests erupted recently in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) as protestors expressed their rage towards the present schooling system in the occupied parts, which does not teaches the real history of the region.

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Liquor ban within 500 metres: SC likely to pass order in July

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it is likely to pass an order in second week of July in connection with liquor ban within a distance of 500 metre.

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Nokia to help bring smart city services to Finland

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Nokia on Tuesday announced its contribution to 'Smart Tampere', an initiative to introduce smart city services that will foster economic development and improve the daily lives of citizens in Tampere, Finland.

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Rajnath chides historians for not calling Maharana Pratap 'The Great'

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:20 IST

Pali (Rajasthan) [India], May 9 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday expressed his curiosity over why historians don't call Maharana Pratap 'The Great' like they called Mughal Emperor Akbar.

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Rajnath to Pakistan: Read surgical strike's message

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:14 IST

Pali (Rajasthan) [India], May 9 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday asked Pakistan to read the message of the 2016 surgical strike.

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HUDCO's IPO sees phenomenal market response

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): After its Initial Public Offering (IPO) was welcomed with positivity by the market, Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) Secretary Neeraj Kumar Gupta said the subscription will help enhance the growth of Central public sector units (PSU) in the country.

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Sheila Dikshit denies connection with Water Tanker scam

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:11 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): Denying her connection with the water tanker scam, which dates back to 2012, former chief minister Sheila Dikshit on Tuesday, said that she has no idea why her name is being connected with the issue.

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I have nothing to hide: Tharoor on Sunanda Pushkar murder

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:10 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 9 (ANI): Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday targeted media for its reportage in the murder of his wife Sunanda Pushkar case and asserted that he had nothing to hide in the matter.

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Cross Marketing Inc launches new age market research company 'Velocity'

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI-NewsVoir): Cross Marketing Inc; a Tokyo stock exchange listed company has announced the launch of 'Velocity', a technology driven market research company to cater to the bustling Indian market.

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President pays floral tributes to Tagore on his birth anniversary

Updated: May 09, 2017 16:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore on the occasion of his birth anniversary at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today

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Venture Catalysts to go global; begins market research for five countries

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): India's leading and fastest growing seed investment and innovation platform Venture Catalysts has announced its decision to extend its reach beyond the domestic business ecosphere and go global.

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President presents Presidential Awards for classical Tamil

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday presented the 'Presidential Awards for Classical Tamil' for the year 2013-14, 2014-15 and 2015-16 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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Timeline: A history on the 'instability' of Pakistan's elected leaders

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Pakistan's political history has been marredby instability and deviations throughout its 69 years of history. In Pakistan, it is a struggle for the government just to complete its five year term without succumbing to its power-hungry army, civil-military conflicts, political corruption, and the periodic coup d'etats by the military establishment against weak civilian governments.

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Suspended BJD leader Jayaram Pangi joins BJP

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:39 IST

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) [India], May 9 (ANI): After remaining silent for over one and half months since he was suspended from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), former MP Jayaram Pangi along with his supporters on Tuesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in presence of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan here at party headquarters.

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10 South Korean children killed in China school bus crash

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:37 IST

Beijing [China], May 9 (ANI): Ten South Korean children and two others were killed when a school bus crashed and burst into flames in a tunnel in eastern China on Tuesday.

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foodpanda revamps mobile app for users; provides more options

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Online food delivery app foodpanda on Tuesday announced the new and refurbished India version of its app to mark the company's fifth anniversary.

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Use of pellet guns: SC to hear matter after summer vacation

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will hear the matter in connection with use of pellet guns by the security forces after the summer vacation.

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Bieber's 'Where Are You Now' is Honey Singh's favourite!

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Praising Canadian Pop singer Justin Bieber's 'Where are you Now', ace rapper Honey Singh says that this track is one of his favorites.

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U.S. to expand its role against Taliban in Afghanistan

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:32 IST

New York [U.S.], May 9 (ANI) : President Trump's foreign policy advisers and military men have proposed a significant shift in strategy in Afghanistan, putting the United States back on a war footing against the Taliban.

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ixigo launches trains app for Apple iOS users

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): India's most popular train information app ixigo has announced the launch of its train app for download on the app store for Apple phone users.

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Relatives of Palestinian boy killed in arson attack sue Israel Govt.

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 9 (ANI): Relatives of a Palestinian boy who was burned alive with his parents in a West Bank arson attack in 2015, have filed a suit for criminal negligence against the State of Israel, demanding $2.8 million in compensation.

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Ponting analyses injured KL Rahul's absence behind RCB's fall

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 9 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has analysed that the shoulder injury to KL Rahul has played an underappreciated role in Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) horror campaign in the ongoing tenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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BJP holds mega demonstration outside Kejriwal's residence, demand his resignation

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Upping the ante against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal, the Youth wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) staged protest outside the Delhi Chief Minister's residence demanding his resignation.

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Tendulkar spends time with Bharat Army in UK

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar added yet another feather to his cap as he was honoured with the prestigious Fellowship Award in London on May 7 at Seventh Annual Asian Awards.

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Delhi Assembly uproar: BJP's Vijendra Gupta marshalled out for creating ruckus

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The high voltage drama in the Delhi Assembly Session began today with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Vijendra Gupta being marshaled out, after he moved an adjournment motion on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) corruption issue which was disallowed by the Speaker

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CPEC, Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistani economy.

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 9 (ANI): CPEC is, no doubt, a big project with many dimensions and many targets. It is hailed as a 'game changer'. However, debate still goes on in Pakistan and around the globe, in whose favour the game will change, as a weak partner in any game, trade or pact does not dictate terms or win the game.

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Kerala NEET shocker: Four teachers suspended for asking students to remove undergarments

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:16 IST

Kannur [India], May 9 (ANI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has suspended four teachers for violating rights as female candidates appearing for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test center in north Kerala's Kannur district were asked to strip off innerwear to abide by the dress code.

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SC rejects abortion plea of HIV+ rape victim, orders Bihar to pay compensation

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to grant permission to abort the pregnancy of an HIV infected rape victim and directed the Bihar government to give her a compensation of Rs. 3 lakh.

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SC will surely make Mallya face the music: Prosecution lawyer

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): After the Supreme Court found liquor baron Vijay Mallya guilty of contempt and summoned him to personally appear on July 10, lawyer representing SBI consortium, Soumik Ghoshal on Tuesday said that if Mallya is not able to give reasons for the contempt of court then he will be punished.

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Harrison Ford meets bloodied Ryan Gosling in 'Blade Runner 2049' trailer

Updated: May 09, 2017 15:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): "The key to the future is finally unearthed" in the new 'Blade Runner 2049' trailer.

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Here are some party hotspots in Entertainment Capital of the World

Updated: May 09, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Las Vegas nightlife truly is unrivaled. If you're a night owl, party animal or lover of the good life, Las Vegas is the place to be. You will be dancing, enjoying the music and celebrating life at the very same clubs and bars as celebrities.

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Nicki Minaj helps students study, pays for their college costs

Updated: May 09, 2017 14:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): In a kind gesture, rapper Nicki Minaj has helped some of the students to study by paying their college fee.

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Akshay Kumar talks about 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' with PM Modi

Updated: May 09, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Akshay Kumar, who has been doing everything for the soldiers of our country, recently met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to talk about his upcoming movie 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha.'

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Dhawan credits his IPL performance for inclusion in Champions Trophy squad

Updated: May 09, 2017 14:33 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 9 (ANI): Left-handed Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan believes his performances in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) have earned him a spot in the 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Fodder scam: No change in alliance with RJD, assures JD(U)

Updated: May 09, 2017 14:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): After the Supreme Court revived criminal charges against former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam case, the Janata Dal (United) has made it clear that the development will not change ties between them and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) whatsoever.

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Anchanto receives investments; to expand its e-commerce network in Southeast Asia

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): e-commerce logistics and selling platform Anchanto has announced receiving of investments from Luxasia Group (Luxasia), Asia's leading omnichannel retailer, and transcosmos inc. Japan (TCI), a TSE-listed global end-to-end e-commerce enabler.

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Younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics: Miley Cyrus

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Singer Miley Cyrus says as she is getting old, she feels that younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics that can encourage them to love life and laugh fully.

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Pat Howard extends contract with Cricket Australia until 2019

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:46 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 9 (ANI): Pat Howard, Cricket Australia's team performance executive, has signed a new two-year contract extension that will keep him at the post until 2019.

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Kapil Mishra nothing but a 'bouquet of lies': AAP

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader H.S. Phoolka on Tuesday branded suspended Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra as a 'bouquet of lies'.

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Oracle announces availability of Oracle ERP Cloud in India

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Computer technology corporation Oracle on Tuesday today announced the availability of Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Cloud in India to help local and multinational firms operating in India prepare for the country's transformational tax reforms.

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AAP blame game continues, Kejriwal to disclose 'big conspiracy'

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): After suspended MLA Kapil Mishra's allegation plunged the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) into further turmoil, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal attacked the former saying that he would disclose a big conspiracy during the Delhi Assembly special session today.

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Alia Bhatt inspires all to hit the gym in new Instagram video

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): It seems like Alia Bhatt is in love with the 'shape' of herself.

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Ballia: Car runs over people, killing three

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:41 IST

Ballia (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): Three people died and three sustained injuries after a car ran over people in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh.

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Drink tequila for good bone health

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:38 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): Love tequila? You might just have got another solid reason to drink up!

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PM Modi reviews performance of key infrastructure sectors

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reviewed progress of key infrastructure sectors including petroleum and natural gas, power, renewable energy and housing.

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Yechury accuses Centre of 'carelessness' in handling Mallya case

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): With the Supreme Court holding absconding businessman Vijay Mallya guilty of contempt and directing him to appear before the court, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday accused the Centre of not taking necessary steps to get the extradition order.

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Irrfan Khan to star in another Hollywood project

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:18 IST

Los Angeles [India], May 9 (ANI): Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan is all set to add another Hollywood project in his bag.

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'Baby on the way' for Brittany Kerr and Jason Aldean

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Congratulations to the happy couple, as it has been revealed that singer Jason Aldean and his wife Brittany Kerr are expecting their first baby together.

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Get glowing skin with honey!

Updated: May 09, 2017 13:08 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): Mainly considered as a weight loss tool - honey is excellent for your skin as well as it is a natural cleanser which exfoliates it.

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Germany grants asylum to Turkish soldiers

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:59 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 9 (ANI): German authorities have decided to grant asylum to Turkish soldiers and officials stationed at NATO bases, who have been termed as disloyal officials by Ankara after a failed coup in Turkey in July 2016.

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Players wished me good luck 'privately' before Sharapova encounter: Bouchard

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:53 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 9 (ANI): Canadian tennis player Eugenie Bouchard believes that plenty of other players on the WTA Tour have similar opinion regarding Maria Sharapova's return from an 15-month doping ban like her, but are too `scared` to speak about the same.

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Trump to meet French President-elect in May

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:52 IST

Washington [U.S.A], May 9 (ANI) : U.S. President Donald Trump and French President-elect Emmanuel Macron will meet on the sidelines of the NATO leaders meet in Brussels on 25 May,2017.

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Manner of divorce questions 'equality': Allahabad HC on Triple Talaq

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): Reacting strongly on the burning issue of Triple Talaq, the Allahabad High Court on Tuesday said the rights of any person including Muslim women cannot be violated in the name of 'personal law'.

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Kyocera Ceramic RFID package with embedded antenna increases read range up to 2x

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:47 IST

Kyoto [japan], May 9 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation (President: Hideo Tanimoto) has announced that it has developed an ultra-small ceramic package utilizing a proprietary multilayer structure with a built-in RFID* 1 antenna that can increase the read range up to 2X as compared with conventional packages of the same size. Starting mass production in May 2017, the product will be available worldwide in three sizes (from 6x3x1.7mm to 15x5x1.7mm), with an annual sales target of JPY 3 billion by 2020.

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England 'not a very good team': ex-Australian opener Cowan

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:39 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 9 (ANI): Former Test opener Ed Cowan has declared England as `not a very good team` and backed Australia to emerge victorious in this coming summer's Ashes series.

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Shocking: Brad Pitt went to rehab, post split with Jolie

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:38 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 9 (ANI): Following his high-profile split from wife Angelina Jolie due to heavy drinking and pot smoking, Brad Pitt had to attend a special VIP facility for professional help in getting sober.

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Yes Bank, Cashkaro to launch first card linked offers program

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Private sector bank Yes Bank on Tuesday announced its tie-up with Cashkaro to launch India's first Card Linked Offers (CLO) cash-back proposition.

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Pakistan, Afghanistan begin 'border demarcation' at Chaman

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:26 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI) : Pakistan and Afghanistan have begun the joint survey of the Killi Luqman and Killi Jahangir villages along their border with Chaman, so as to determine correct geographical boundaries.

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After challenging Kejriwal, Kapil Mishra now threatens with 'hunger strike'

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): Suspended Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra on Tuesday handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) the documents in connection with the corruption charges he leveled against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other party leaders.

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Bullying in school leads to substance abuse: Study

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:01 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): Bullying in school, not just has short term but long term implications.

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3 years of NDA Govt: PM Modi to address nation on May 26th

Updated: May 09, 2017 12:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from Guwahati on the occasion of completion of three years of the BJP led NDA government at the Centre on 26th of May.

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Gritstones ropes in Amit Sadh as their new brand face

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Gritstones has been creating an ensemble in the world of Men's Fashion. Its association with Bollywood promotions and presence has formed a complete new picture for the brand.

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Techmagnate acquires BlogX, the largest blog conference in India

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Techmagnate, India's leading Digital Marketing Agency acquired BlogX, India's largest blog conference where bloggers and content managers connect.

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Contempt of Court: SC sentences Justice Karnan to jail

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Tuesday sentenced Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan to six months in jail while holding him guilty of contempt.

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Mishra's allegations will lead to AAP's internal demolition: Congress

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): Commenting on the ongoing political turmoil in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Congress on Tuesday said that the turbulent development indicated the demolition of the ideas propounded by the party, while calling for a detailed enquiry into the allegations made by party MLA Kapil Mishra against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

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AAP under total `dictatorial` rule of Kejriwal: Congress

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): With ex-Delhi minister Kapil Mishra blowing the whistle against corruption within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Congress on Tuesday said that the Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal-led party has the become the worst of all political outfits.

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How narrative journaling improves health post-divorce

Updated: May 09, 2017 11:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): Going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult. One important way to cope with it, as suggested by researchers, is by journaling.

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SC holds Mallya guilty of contempt, summons him on July 10th

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 9 (ANI): In yet another jolt to absconding businessman Vijay Mallya, the Supreme Court on Tuesday found the liquor baron guilty of contempt of court and summoned him to personally appear on July 10th.

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Can pizza be healthy?

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:51 IST

Atlanta [US], May 9 (ANI): Who doesn't like pizza? What if your favourite 'unhealthy' dish can be converted to a 'healthy' one?

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PCB signed proper contract with India, not an MoU: Shaharyar

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:49 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 9 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has revealed that a proper contract was signed with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2014, and not just a MoU to revive bilateral ties between the two sides.

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Afghanistan: Nine killed in Madrassa blast

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:39 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 9 (ANI): Mawlawi Abdul Rahim Shah Hanafi, head of the Parian Ulema Council and eight students were killed in a powerful bomb blast inside a Madrassa in the northern Parwan province in Afghanistan on Tuesday morning.

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How interactive websites are helping to reduce dizziness

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 9 (ANI): To reduce dizziness amongst adults aged 50 or above, researchers have developed an interactive website which has significantly reduced the symptoms.

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Chelsea relegate Middlesbrough to move closer to PL title

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:16 IST

London [U.K], May 9 (ANI): Star striker Diego Costa struck his 20th league goal of the season as Chelsea moved an inch closer to the Premier League title following a 3-0 win over Middlesbrough at the Stamford Bridge here on Tuesday.

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Kapil Mishra cries war against 'guru' Kejriwal, throws 'open election' challenge

Updated: May 09, 2017 10:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 09 (ANI): After being suspended from the party's primary membership, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra on Tuesday issued an open letter to Delhi Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal while challenging him to contest open elections.

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Secret behind stealthy solar storms revealed

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:41 IST

Washington D.C.[USA], May 9 (ANI): While mostly massive solar storms are often preceded by some kind of warning, sometimes mysterious slower-moving 'stealth' storms appear seemingly out of nowhere, leaving scientists baffled.

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Amazon Canada does it again, sells Indian map without disputed territories

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Amazon Canada has once again landed a soup after a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader observed that the online site was selling an incorrect version of the map of India.

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Paris security alert: Gare du Nord train station evacuated

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:38 IST

Manhattan [New York City], May 9 (ANI): Armed police teams have carried out a massive operation evacuating Gare Du Nord, the main train station in the French capital late on Monday, searching for suspects.

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Somalia army commander killed in Mogadishu blast

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:29 IST

Beijing [China], May 9 (ANI): At least five people, including a senior Somali military commander, were killed and 10 others injured when a car laden with explosives rammed into a restaurant in Somalia's capital Mogadishu.

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Google Doodle celebrates ophthalmologist Ferdinand Monoyer on his 181st b`day

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:15 IST

London [UK], May 9 (ANI): On his 181st birth anniversary, search engine Google, with the help of an animated Doodle, paid special tribute to Ferdinand Monoyer, the man who invented the eye test.

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Madrid Open: After fierce war of words, Bouchard stuns Sharapova

Updated: May 09, 2017 09:11 IST

London [United Kingdom], May. 9 (ANI): All eyes were on the intense grudge match between Eugenie Bouchard and Maria Sharapova at the second round of the Madrid Open, where the Canadian produced a brilliant display to take down the former World No. 1.

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AAP drama: Delhi Assembly to witness stormy special session today

Updated: May 09, 2017 08:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): With the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) struggling to keep its head high amid the avalanche of controversies, the one-day special session of Delhi Assembly, which will be conducted today, is expected to be a stormy affair.

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South Korea Presidential election: Voting begins to replace impeached Park

Updated: May 09, 2017 08:30 IST

New York [United States], May9 (ANI): South Koreans on Tuesday began casting their votes to elect a new president, after months of political turmoil, mounting regional tension concerning North Korea and concerns about corruption and economy.

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President Mukherjee, PM Modi join nation in paying tribute to Rabindranath Tagore

Updated: May 09, 2017 07:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 9 (ANI): As the country observes Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore's birth anniversary today, President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the great soul for his contribution towards making India a stronger nation.

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SC to continue hearing contempt petition against Justice Karnan

Updated: May 09, 2017 07:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue hearing the contempt petition against Calcutta high court Justice C.S. Karnan.

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Barzeh district in Syria's Damascus evacuated

Updated: May 09, 2017 07:16 IST

Damascus [Syria], May 9 (ANI): As a part of the implementation of an agreement to put an end to all armed manifestations in Syria, more than a thousand of militants left the Barzeh district in the Syrian capital of Damascus, Syrian media reported, citing Damascus governor Bishr Sabban.

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Pellet guns: SC to continue hearing JKHCBA`s plea today

Updated: May 09, 2017 07:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the plea of Jammu and Kashmir High Court bar Association (JKHCBA) against the use of pellet guns in Kashmir.

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Venezuela opposition protests against constitution reform

Updated: May 09, 2017 06:56 IST

Caracas [Venezuela], May 9 (ANI): In a bid to rebel against President Nicolas Maduro's move to reform the constitution in a deadly political crisis, Venezuela's opposition mobilised in fresh street protests on Monday.

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Yates dubs Trump's first travel ban as 'unlawful'

Updated: May 09, 2017 06:34 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): Former acting Attorney General Sally Yates has defended her decision earlier this year to not enforce United States President Donald Trump's first ban on travel from several majority-Muslim nations, dubbing the order as "unlawful."

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No evidence still, but Russia did it to undermine Clinton, help Trump: Clapper

Updated: May 09, 2017 06:25 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): Former director of National Intelligence James Clapper has told a Senate Judiciary subcommittee that he still has not seen "any evidence of any kind of collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian foreign nationals."

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Delhi court to hear defamation case against Kejriwal by BJP MP

Updated: May 09, 2017 06:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): A Delhi court will today continue the hearing on the defamation case filed against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ramesh Bidhuri.

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Time for Mehbooba to hand over Kashmir to President: Defence expert

Updated: May 09, 2017 06:04 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 9 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti for her statement that 'not every youth in Kashmir is a stone pelter' and for blaming the media for making the situation worse in the state, defence expert on Tuesday demanded her to recommend a President rule in the Valley as the situation is getting out of control.

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Hearing to continue on contempt petition against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Updated: May 09, 2017 05:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) will today continue the hearing on a contempt petition against Art of Living (AOL) founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar for his alleged defamatory statements against the tribunal with respect

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Pentagon chief Mattis questions Syria 'Safe Zones'

Updated: May 09, 2017 05:57 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): United States Secretary of Defence James Mattis questioned the plan on Syrian safe zones, citing Washington was going to study Moscow's proposal.

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Detention of fourth U.S. citizen by N. Korea 'concerning': White House

Updated: May 09, 2017 05:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): The detention of a fourth U.S. citizen by North Korea over the weekend has drawn concern from the United States.

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Pooja Kapur appointed as next Ambassador of India to Republic of Bulgaria

Updated: May 09, 2017 05:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Pooja Kapur has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Bulgaria.

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'Accusing and Abusing Party' chief Kejriwal must resign: BJP

Updated: May 09, 2017 04:59 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai [India], May 9 (ANI): Training guns at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over their infighting, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday demanded 'Accusing and Abusing Party' chief Arvind Kejriwal to step down from the post of Delhi Chief Minister, 'buying from his own preaches' and allow a fair investigation to take place.

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Jared Kushner's family apologises for name drop in pitch

Updated: May 09, 2017 04:44 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 9: The family of the White House advisor Jared Kushner has apologised for mentioning his name while urging Chinese investors to sink millions into a New Jersey real estate project.

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Politicos demand investigation into Kerala NEET exam incident

Updated: May 09, 2017 04:26 IST

Trivandrum (Kerala)/New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The authorities allegedly forcing a girl to remove the button of her jeans and another to remove her bra in a bid to 'stop cheating and irregularities' in one of the centres where the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) exam was conducted in Kerala has invited the ire of many politicians across the country.

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JD(U) says 'no differences' post SC ruling on RJD chief Lalu

Updated: May 09, 2017 04:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Following the Supreme Court's decision to revive the criminal conspiracy charges against former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam case, Janata Dal-United (JD(U)) on Monday appeared to throw its weight behind the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief.

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1984 anti-Sikh riots: SC to pass order on CBI's plea for lie-detector test

Updated: May 09, 2017 04:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Tuesday will today pass an order on the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) plea seeking permission to conduct a lie-detector test on Congress leader Jagdish Tytler, who was given a clean chit by the agency in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, and arms dealer Abhishek Verma for further probe.

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Macron eyes legislative elections after landslide victory in French presidential polls

Updated: May 09, 2017 03:50 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): After a landslide victory that handed him the reins to the world's sixth-largest economy, French President-elect Emmanuel Macron is now looking to use his popularity to win seats for his party En Marche! in legislative elections, in little over a month from now.

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AAP says Kapil Mishra's suspension was 'much needed,' 'important'

Updated: May 09, 2017 03:48 IST

Mumbai [India], May 9 (ANI): After the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) of the Aam Aadmi party (AAP) suspended Kapil Mishra from the party's primary membership, Party leader Preeti Sharma Menon on Tuesday said it was a 'much needed and important dec

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Kejriwal will spend a long time in jail: Swamy

Updated: May 09, 2017 03:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Amid the growing clamour for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's resignation post Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's corruption allegations, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday asserted that Kejriwal was a fraud and would soon go to spend a long time in jail.

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Now, Sally Yates says she had warned WH against Flynn

Updated: May 09, 2017 02:54 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): After former Obama administration officials confirming that former United States president Barack Obama had warned current President Donald Trump against hiring retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn as his National Security Advisor (NSA), former acting Attorney General Sally Yates said on Monday that she alerted the White House earlier this year that Flynn could be "essentially blackmailed by the Russians."

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Senkumar's reinstatement: SC to continue hearing today

Updated: May 09, 2017 02:26 IST

New Delhi (India), May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the case in connection with the reinstatement of former Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) T.P. Senkumar.

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SC to continue hearing on Uphaar tragedy case

Updated: May 09, 2017 01:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today continue the hearing on the Uphaar tragedy case.

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Former U.S. president Obama had warned Trump against Flynn

Updated: May 09, 2017 01:13 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 9 (ANI): Former United States president Barack Obama had warned current President Donald Trump against hiring retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn as his National Security Advisor, former Obama administration officials confirmed to CNN on Monday.

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Kedarnath Yatra: Govt. temporarily suspends trekking

Updated: May 08, 2017 23:27 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India] May 8 (ANI): The Uttarakhand Government has temporarily suspended trekking for pilgrims to Kedarnath Temple in view of their safety.

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127 grenades of 1971 Indo-Pak war discovered in Tripura

Updated: May 08, 2017 23:19 IST

Gournagar (Tripura) [India], May 8 (ANI): Around 127 grenades were found buried in a village in Tripura's Gournagar.

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CJI inaugurates blood donation camp organised by SC Bar Association

Updated: May 08, 2017 23:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Supreme Court Bar Association organised a blood donation camp on Monday.

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Venu Rajamony appointed as next Ambassador of India to Kingdom of Netherlands

Updated: May 08, 2017 23:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Venu Rajamony was on Monday appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Netherlands.

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Sonika death: BJP questions police's failure in conducting alcohol test

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:51 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Rupa Ganguly on Monday reprimanded the police for failing to conduct alcohol test on actor Vikram Chatterjee, who was driving the car that crashed and killed actress Sonika Chauhan.

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BJP trying to strengthen its presence in Odisha

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:51 IST

Jajpur (Odisha) [India], May 8 (ANI): With a motive to expand the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) presence across the nation, Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday led a road-show in Jajpur's Chandikhole here.

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AAP functioning under dictatorial attitude of 'Aaropwal' Kejriwal: Cong

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Training guns at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the internal conflict going on within the party, the Congress on Monday said the former has become worse than any other political party functioning under complete dictatorial attitude of 'Aaropwal' Kejriwal.

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'Does AAP have courage to expel me': Kapil

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8(ANI): Following his suspension from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), former minister Kapil Mishra on Monday dared Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to expel him.

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Turkey to build wall along Iranian border

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:10 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 8 (ANI): Turkey is planning to build a wall along its border with Iran in a bid to prevent Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which Ankara has listed as a terror group, from entering its territory, Sputnik reported on Monday citing the Hurriyat newspaper.

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China to India: No need to exaggerate concerns over OBOR, CPEC

Updated: May 08, 2017 22:10 IST

Hong Kong [China], May 8 (ANI): In an editorial, a state-run Chinese daily has cautioned India not to "exaggerate" its concerns over the USD 51 billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor or to "overly interpret" or be anxious about China's military development.

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BJP emerging as main opposition party in Tripura: CPI (M)

Updated: May 08, 2017 21:33 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 8 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is emerging into the major opposition party in Left- ruled Tripura confessed a senior CPI (M) leader on Monday, a day after BJP national president Amit Shah was here on a two-day visit.

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IPS condemns Gorakhpur incident, calls for action

Updated: May 08, 2017 21:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Condemning the incident of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA pulling up a woman IPS officer publicly, the Indian Police Service (Central) Association on Monday called out for suitable punishment in order to enable the police to protect the people.

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Ask Yates, how classified information got leaked: Trump

Updated: May 08, 2017 21:33 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 8 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has asked senators to question former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates as to how classified information about contacts between Trump's team and Russian officials got leaked to the press after her meeting with White House lawyers on General Mike Flynn.

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Whoever convicted of corruption should be hanged: Anna Hazare

Updated: May 08, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Social activist Anna Hazare on Monday said he believes in transparency in the government, adding that whoever found guilty in corruption charges should be hanged till death.

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Dhoni still the best wicketkeeper in the world, insists MSK Prasad

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): MSK Prasad, chairman of Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) senior selection panel, has defended Mahendra Singh Dhoni's selection in India's 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy, saying the 35-year-old is still the best wicketkeeper in the world and is a invaluable asset to the team.

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Shekhar Kapur all set to direct Bruce Lee's biopic 'Little Dragon'

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:49 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 8 (ANI): The young days of martial arts legend Bruce Lee are getting a big screen treatment.

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Meeting held over expansion of Smartgram initiative

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The SMARTGRAM initiative of Rashtrapati Bhavan was inaugurated for five villages of Haryana i.e. Tajnagar, Dhaula, Alipur, Harchandpur and Rojka by President Pranab Mukherjee on July 2, 2016.

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Get ready to hear Juhi, Preity while commentating in IPL

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): They might not have shared the screen space so far but they are all set to come together on the cricket field.

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Indian Fashion icons curate Bieber's welcome souvenir

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Pop sensation Justin Bieber, who will be landing in Mumbai today, will be receiving a huge luxe basket of souvenirs "With Love From India" as soon as he sets foot in India.

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Tata Technologies acquires Escenda Engineering AB

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:45 IST

Gothenburg/ Pune [Sweden/India], May 8 (ANI): Tata Technologies today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Escenda Engineering AB.

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Ousted AAP MLA cries foul, accuses Kejriwal of demanding bribe

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Another allegation erupted against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal when ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Asim Ahmed Khan on Monday said the former is the same person who demanded Rs. five crore from him, adding that corruption seeped into the party soon after it formed its government.

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Rajnath for coordination against LWE

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said it is necessary for states to work on a coordinated strategy of security and development so that the confidence of the public in the democratic process is maintained in the Left Wings Extremist (LWE) affected areas.

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Swaraj assures K. T. Rao of resolving migrant issues

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held a special meeting on gulf migrant issue.

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Kapil Mishra sacked from AAP's primary membership

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Political Affairs Committee (PAC) on Monday suspended its MLA Kapil Mishra from the primary membership of the party.

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Jharkhand, Oracle ink MoU to drive digital transformation

Updated: May 08, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI):The Government of Jharkhand and Oracle today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) intended to improve citizen services and make Jharkhand an attractive destination for start-ups.

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7th Junior National Women C'ship: Uttar Pradesh beat Chandigarh 4-0

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:57 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Hockey beat Hockey Chandigarh 4-0 in their Pool A encounter on Day 5 of the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' Division at Aishbagh Stadium on Monday

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Bengaluru FC beat Shillong Lajong 3-2 in Federation Cup

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:56 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 8 (ANI): JSW Bengaluru FC proved too good for Shillong Lajong and took off to a flying start in the 38th edition of the ongoing Federation Cup after Alberto Roca's men defeated Lajong 3-2 in a tight encounter at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Monday.

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SBL unveil teams, schedule for India's first ever boxing league

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:55 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 8 (ANI): The boxing fever is soon to grip India with its first ever Super Boxing League (SBL) to be held in New Delhi from July 7 to August 12, 2017.

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Will give my best in Champions Trophy: Shami

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Right-arm pacer Mohammed Shami has insisted that he has worked really hard on his fitness and skills in the last two years and will be looking to give his best in the upcoming Champions Trophy beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Age doesn`t matter in Macron-Brigitte love story

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:21 IST

London [UK], May 8 (ANI): This love story makes for a solid blockbuster material for a Bollywood movie.

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Drugs worth Rs three lakh seized in Imphal

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:14 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India] May 8 (ANI): A team of the Imphal West Narcotic Cell on Monday seized more than 7000 pieces of Spasmo Proxyvon (SP) capsules (Psychotropic drugs) worth Rs. three lakh from a person identified as Abdul Sattar near Sanjenthong.

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MHA sends prison reforms advisory to states and Union Territories

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 08 (ANI): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday advised prison in-charges of all states and Union Territories (UT) about resolutions adopted by 5th National Conference of Heads of Prisons of States and UTs on prison reforms.

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Indian woman claims she was married to Pakistani man at 'gunpoint'

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:11 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): The Indian woman who has sought shelter in the Indian High Commission in Islamabad, on Monday, recorded her statement before the Court of a Judicial Magistrate First Class here, as per local legal requirements.

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Hyderabad: Traffic constable strives to educate his daughters

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:11 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] May 8 (ANI): Parents do whatever it takes to make their children achievers and live up to their dreams. Javeed Khan, a traffic constable during the day, and an auto driver and home guard by night is an example of this unlimited sacrifice.

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SC issues notices to AAP, LG over Rs. 97 crore reimbursement order

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Monday issued notices to Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) against an order that directed recovery of Rs. 97 crore from the Delhi Government for spending on advertisements.

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Andhra Pradesh ACB seizes cash in lakhs, ornaments from senior bureaucrat

Updated: May 08, 2017 19:11 IST

Hyderabad, (Andhra Pradesh), [India], May 8, (ANI): The Andhra Pradesh Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday conducted raids and seized cash in lakhs and ornaments from the premises of a senior bureaucrat.

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Unite to nix those raising bogey of Kashmir issue: Jitendra Singh

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Bar Association led by its newly elected president, Advocate B. S. Salathia, called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh here today.

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BJP trying to dethrone AAP through Kapil Mishra: Sanjay Singh

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Dubbing the allegations levelled by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra as baseless, party leader Sanjay Singh on Monday said it is a conspiracy by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to dethrone it.

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LeT, Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists involved in Kashmir bank loot: IGP

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:43 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 8 (ANI): Kashmir Inspector General of Police Syed Javaid Mujtaba Gillani on Monday said the terrorists of Laskar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Hizbul Mujahideen were involved in the recent bank loot activities in the valley.

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Pak Senate wants Chaman border firing to be raised at UN

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:39 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): Pakistan Senate's Standing Committee on Interior on Monday demanded that the government raise the alleged unprovoked firing incident by Afghan security forces at Chaman border at the United Nations, reports Samaa TV.

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Kejriwal 'power drunk', will expose him before CBI: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Former Delhi Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra on Monday described Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal as a 'power drunk' individual indulging in huge acts of corruption for his family with the help of his Cabinet colleagues.

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Delhi metro fares to go up

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Travelling in Delhi Metro to cost more as the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) board approves the increase in fare from a base price of Rs 8 to Rs 10.

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Digvijaya urges Jaitley to reconsider GST Bill's clauses

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India] May 8 (ANI): Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Monday wrote a letter to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to reconsider and amend Clauses 37, 38, 39 and 44 of Chapter IX of 'The Central Goods and Service Tax Bill' so that the registered person has to submit only quarterly return.

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Jayawardene joins Lancashire for T20 Blast

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:17 IST

London [UK], May 8 (ANI): Lancashire on Monday signed former Sri Lanka batsman Mahela Jayawardene for this year's NatWest T20 Blast as a non-overseas player. Jayawardene qualifies by virtue of his Danish wife, Christina.

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Nepal to be part of China's OBOR

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:08 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 8 (ANI): Nepal has decided to become a part of China's One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative and an agreement to this effect as is likely to be signed with Beijing soon.

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Chenab Bridge set to be world's highest railway bridge

Updated: May 08, 2017 18:08 IST

Jammu and Kashmir [India], May 8 (ANI): The Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir will be the highest railway arch bridge in the world at 359 meters, (1,178 ft), even taller than the Eifel Tower. In year 2016-17 26 percent of work has been completed out of total 63.51 percent.

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Bairstow `hard to leave out` of Champions Trophy, admits Bayliss

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:53 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 8 (ANI): England coach Trevor Bayliss has admitted that it would really hard for him to leave out Test wicketkeeper-batsman Jonny Bairstow from the upcoming Champions Trophy to be held in England and Wales from June 1.

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Father of NEET candidate says girls were subjected to torture

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:53 IST

Kannur (Kerala) [India], May 8 (ANI): The father of a girl who was forced to change her jeans due to the bizarre norms at an exam centre for the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) said that the girls were subjected to torture with the norms.

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Centre questions Nitish's silence over fodder scam

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Coming down heavily on Nitish Kumar after the Supreme Court allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) plea against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav to be tried under criminal charges, the Centre on Monday questioned the Bihar Chief Minister's silence over the 'historic judgement' in the fodder scam case.

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Parry Nutraceuticals' Indian Microalgae facility receives U.S. FDA approval; ramps up new product development

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI-NewsVoir): Parry Nutraceuticals (a division of EID Parry and part of the Murugappa Group) has received the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (US-FDA) approval for its India facility for organic microalgae cultivation and processing.

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Agriculture minister to CMs: 'Review measures to handle possible monsoon failure'

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Union Agriculture minister Radha Mohan Singh has written letters to all chief ministers to review all measures to handle situation possible monsoon failure before time.

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Antiques worth Rs35 crore seized in Siliguri

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:45 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal), [India] May 8, (ANI): Security forces on Monday, apprehended a person with two antique idols worth Rs 35 crore in the international market.

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Gal Gadot is the 'warrior' in new Wonder Woman trailer

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Princess of Amazon unleashes her inner warrior in a new trailer.

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Venkaiah Naidu to chair governing council meeting in Nairobi from today

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): India has been unanimously elected as the President of the UN-Habitat, an organ of the United Nations' Organisation (UNO) that promotes socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements across the world, after 10 years. UN-Habitat reports to the United Nations General Assembly.

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Jethmalani confident of winning fodder scam case in merits, limitations

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Following the Supreme Court's decision to revive the criminal conspiracy charges against former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam case, his counsel Ram Jethmalani on Monday expressed confidence, saying they would win the case on both, merits as well as limitations.

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Champions Trophy to inspire new breed of Welsh stars

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:27 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 8 (ANI): Former England spinner Robert Croft believes the ICC Champions Trophy return to Cardiff is the perfect opportunity for a new breed of Welsh cricket fans to become a major part of the sport.

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SRK's Red Chillies Entertainment to produce Operation Khukri

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): In the honour of Indian soldiers, Shah Rukh Khan's production house Red Chillies Entertainment is developing a film on India's most successful and daring rescue operation overseas, 'OPERATION KHUKRI.'

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Now, TN minister Vijayabaskar' friend dies mysteriously

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:11 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 8 (ANI): Subramanian, a friend and business partner of Tamil Nadu Health Minister C. Vijayabaskar, died on Monday under mysterious circumstances in the state's Namkall district. No suicide note was found near his body.

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Timeline: Two decades of fodder scam

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): After two decades of back and forth on the fodder scam, the Supreme Court ruled that Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Prasad Yadav has to face separate trials, on Monday.

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MobiKwik becomes payment partner for Bhopal smart cities

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Indian mobile wallet major MobiKwik on Monday announced its association with Bhopal Plus, part of Bhopal Smart City initiative as a step towards the national Smart Cities Mission.

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Apologise or face legal action, Shahbaz Sharif to Imran Khan

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:02 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's brother and Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has sent a legal notice to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan for charging him with offering bribe.

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Virbhadra Singh, other accused summoned in DA case

Updated: May 08, 2017 17:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): A Delhi Court on Monday summoned Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and other accused in the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case.

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'We welcome the legal procedure': RJD

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:41 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 8 (ANI): Welcoming the Supreme Court's verdict on reviving criminal conspiracy charges against Rashtriya Janata Dal Chief, Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with the mid-1905 fodder scam said the legal procedures realted to it would be welcomed by it.

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Royal Caribbean to expand sailings, capacity from Singapore this September

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): In the light of increased demand, Royal Caribbean International has announced that Mariner of the Seas will be starting her upcoming Southeast Asian season a month earlier, adding 10 roundtrip sailings from Singapore in September 2017.

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Iran warns Pakistan on safe guarding terrorist havens

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:37 IST

Tehran [Iran], May 8 (ANI): Iran's Chief of Army Staff Major General Mohammad Baqeri has warned Pakistan that Tehran would not hesitate to strike terrorists' safe havens if Pakistan fails to control their movement on their border or fails to shut down their bases.

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Settlement not possible: Leander, Rhea tell SC

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Indian tennis player Leander Paes and his estranged live-in partner Rhea Pillai, who appeared before the Supreme Court on Monday, told the apex court that settlement of their dispute is not possible.

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Tagore's vision of peace continues to have global appeal: President

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on the eve of birthday of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, which falls on May 9, has paid his humble tribute.

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World Thalassaemia Day: Can Thalassaemia affect pregnancy?

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Every year, May 8 is observed as World Thalassemia Day across the globe. This time doctors have aimed to encourage blood donation and spread increased awareness to women carrying the gene to protect their unborn child.

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BJP knocks LG's door, demands 'strict' action against Kejriwal

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08(ANI): A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) delegation led by senior party leader Vijender Gupta today met Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal, while demanding strict action against state Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for his alleged involvement in the tanker scam.

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Silvan Pushes Voice-first strategy for home automation

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Encouraged by its initial success in enabling voice controlled home automation systems, Silvan Innovation Labs, a Bangalore based company focusing on developing simple and meaningful IoT enabled automation products and solution for homes and enterprises, is aggressively pushing its Voice-First strategy for the home automation solutions it is providing.

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Hyderabad: 11-year-old allegedly raped, case registered under POSCO Act

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:29 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 8 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a 50-year old auto driver allegedly raped an 11-year-old girl near Kalapattar area here.

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Pearl Academy Pearl Portfolio 2017 - school of creative business and school of design

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI-NewsVoir): Pearl Academy, India's leading institution in design, fashion, creative businesses and media showcased path breaking ideas of more than 475 students from its School of Creative Business and School of Design at Pearl Portfolio 2017 in New Delhi.

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SC asks Unitech to pay depositors' money within eight weeks

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday asked real estate company Unitech to pay the depositors' money within eight weeks, while posting the matter for further hearing after summer vacation.

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Sanjay Singh smells conspiracy, rebuffs Kapil's allegations as 'baseless'

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India] May 8 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday termed party MLA Kapil Mishra's allegations as baseless, adding the latter who has levelled serious allegations against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is a part of a "big conspiracy".

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China reiterates offer to 'mediate' between India, Pakistan

Updated: May 08, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 8 (ANI): Stressing on the importance of maintaining bilateral ties and reconciliation of India-Pakistan relations, Chinese Ambassador to India Luo Zhaohui said the collective development of India, China and Pakistan will promote regional stability, chalking out a friendly environment with a scope for further progress.

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CBI questions Hooda over irregular allotment of industrial plot

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda was on Monday questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) over irregularities in allocation of an industrial plot in Panchkula, sources said.

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Anshu Jamsenpa to attempt Everest climb for fifth time

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:43 IST

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 8 (ANI): Anshu Jampsenpa, a resident of Bomdila is now fully prepared at the Everest base camp located at an altitude of 17,598-feet from sea level to start scaling the world's highest peak within four to

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Congress demands strict action against Kejriwal under Corruption Act

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Following Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra's startling claims against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Congress Party on Monday demanded strict action against the former under Prevention of Corruption Act.

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HUDCO's IPO goes live; to raise over Rs 1,120 crore

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The market on Monday witnessed the initial public offering (IPO) of the Government-owned Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) in an attempt to raise funds.

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Who's who of Odiya society demand Bharat Ratna for Biju Patnaik

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:39 IST

Mumbai [India] May 8 (ANI): Recalling the invaluable services of adventurous pilot, freedom fighter and former Orissa chief minister Biju Patnaik, the who's who of Odiya society here have appealed to the government to confer the Bharat Ratna on him posthumously.

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Ban on BS-III not applicable on farm, construction vehicles: SC

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:38 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday said the ban on sale and registration of Bharat Stage-III (BS-III ) vehicles is not applicable to equipment used for farming and construction.

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SRK gives funny tribute to Chris Lynn and Sunil Narine

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan's IPL team Kolkata Knight Rider took a comfortable win in a crucial game against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) yesterday.

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Lynn is `hardest hitter in world`: Gambhir

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:14 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 8 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Gautam Gambhir has heaped praise on his teammate and Australian batsman Chris Lynn by describing him as the `hardest hitter` of the ball in international cricket at the moment.

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Manipur: One soldier killed, three injured in suspected IED blast

Updated: May 08, 2017 15:01 IST

Tengnoupal (Manipur), May 8 (ANI): At least one soldier was killed and three others were injured when a suspected IED exploded on Monday morning in Lokchao area of Tengnoupal district here.

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SBI reduces home loan interest rate by 25 basis points

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): State Bank of India (SBI) on Monday announced a rate cut in the home loans category by 25 basis points to 8.35 percent per annum in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative of 'Housing for All' by 2022.

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Bohra women against female genital mutilation: SC seeks Centre

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:55 IST

New Delhi [India] May 8 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday issued a notice and sought a 'detailed reply' from the Centre and several states over the issue of ban on female genital mutilation practiced among Muslims of the Bohra Community.

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Pak wants peaceful, stable Afghanistan

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:55 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): Pakistan Foreign Office spokesperson Nafees Zakaria has said that Islamabad wants peace and stability in Afghanistan and will continue its peace efforts from the platform of Quadrilateral Coordination Group.

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We are not just entertainers, says Rally driver Gaurav Gill

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Two-time Asia Pacific Rally champion Gaurav Gill, who has been recommended by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) for the prestigious Arjuna Award, has urged the sports fraternity not to consider them as mere entertainers but as sportspersons.

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Afghanistan rejects Pak claims of killing 50 Afghan soldiers

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:45 IST

Islamabad [Afghanistan], May 8 (ANI): Afghanistan has rejected claims that Pakistani security forces killed 50 Afghan soldiers in retaliation to the Chaman cross-border attack.

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Hrithik appeals multiplexes to improve infrastructure for specially-abled

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 08 (ANI): With an aim to do his bit for specially-abled, Bollywood 'Greek God' Hrithik Roshan wants to contribute towards their interest at public places.

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Gas leak in coal mine kills 18 in China

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:40 IST

Beijing [China], May 8 (ANI): At least 18 workers were killed in a gas leak at a coal mine in China's Hunan province, local media reports said.

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Airtel, Ola tie-up to roll out integrated digital offerings for customers

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Bharti Airtel on Monday announced a strategic partnership with taxi aggregator Ola to offer a range of exciting digital services to customers.

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Malda gangrape: Activists call on judiciary to fast track case

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:32 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 8 (ANI): Following the brutal gangrape of a diabled girl in Malda, West Bengal, Women's activist Brinda Adige stressed on the need to have the case fast tracked by the judiciary, so that the victim gets justice in the swiftest manner possible.

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As President, Mohan Bhagwat can solve Kashmir issue: Shiv Sena

Updated: May 08, 2017 14:29 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), May 8 (ANI): Following Shiv Sena President Uddhav Thackeray's assertion that in order for the formation of a "Hindu Rashtra" RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat should become the next President of India, the Shiv Sena on Monday echoed similar sentiments and expressed confidence in Bhagwat solving the Kashmir issue.

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Nitish Kumar supporting fodder scam culprits himself: BJP

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Appreciating the Supreme Court's order to conduct a criminal trial of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam case, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said that there is no law and order in Bihar as the Chief Minister Nitish Kumar himself is involved with the culprits.

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Pakistan: Lack of Chinese funds halts Yellow Line project

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:58 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): The Yellow Line mass transit project has hit a snag in Pakistan, as the Chinese company tasked with building parts for the bus rapid transit system has so far been unable to arrange funds through its financial institutions.

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Here's how you can deal with air travel anxiety

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The last decade has seen tremendous growth in the aviation sector with more people flying than ever before. With the onset of this revolution, air travel has become the primary mode of transport for the common man for both leisure and business.

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Kings XI's Sandeep Sharma penalised for showing dissent

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:35 IST

Mohali [India], May 8 (ANI): Kings XI Punjab fast-bowler Sandeep Sharma has been fined 50 percent of his match fee for breaching the Indian Premier League's (IPL) Code of Conduct during his side's five-wicket loss against Gujarat Lions at the PCA Stadium last evening.

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Rishi Kapoor takes dig at B-Town as 'Baahubali 2' crosses Rs. 1000 crore

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Rishi Kapoor, known for his outspoken nature, has again made to the news as he takes a dig at Bollywood for not making movies like 'Baahubali'.

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Informed ACB about AAP misusing government money: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:30 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party MLA Kapil Mishra, who was sacked form the state cabinet, today submitted the documents related to the tanker scandal to the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), while saying that he also apprised the agency about the misuse of the state government's money.

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Fodder scam: After SC jolt, BJP says 'no escape for Lalu now'

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:19 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08 (ANI): Hailing the Supreme Court's verdict of reviving criminal conspiracy charges against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in the fodder scam, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said the ruling had ensured that there was no escape for him now.

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Why does so much of nature rely on sex for reproduction?

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Why is sex so popular among plants and animals and why isn't asexual reproduction or cloning a more common reproductive strategy?

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AAP now stands exposed, no coming back from this: Centre

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Following Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kapil Mishra's startling claims against Arvind Kejriwal and Health Minister Satyendra Jain, the Centre on Monday said the development has completely exposed Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

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Mahindra Comviva launches CRBT solution for 'Interactive Customer Engagement'

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Global leader in providing mobility solutions Mahindra Comviva on Monday announced the launch of a chatbot based Caller Ring Back Tone (CRBT) solution to assist subscribers in finding and availing the right content and price points for various offerings.

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Need to choke financial resources of Naxal groups: Rajnath Singh

Updated: May 08, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India] May 8 (ANI): Chairing a meeting with Chief Ministers of 10 Maoist-affected states to review the strategy to deal with the outlaws, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh today stressed on the need to cut off financial resources of the Left-wing extremism (LWE) cadres and groups.

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Transgender adults more suicidal than general public

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:58 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Suicidal thoughts and attempts by adult transgender individuals were 14 and 22 times higher, respectively, than rates for the general public, according to a recent study.

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Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami return for Champions Trophy

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi (India), May 8 (ANI): Indian opener Rohit Sharma, who has been sidelined for more than five months due to injury, has been recalled in the 15-member ODI squad for the Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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'Living apart together', the new relationship trend in town

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Move over live-in relationships, a new trend is here that is seeing more older adults maintain intimate relationships sans ever moving in with their partners.

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My tennis will do the talking: Sharapova warns Bouchard

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:40 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 8 (ANI): Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova, who made a return from her 15-month doping ban earlier this month, has vowed that her tennis will do the talking when she meets Canada's Eugenie Bouchard in the second round of the Madrid Open later today.

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Is Reese Witherspoon confirming 'Big Little Lies' Season 2?

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): While it's still unclear if a 'Big Little Lies' season two is happening, looks like Reese Witherspoon has just hinted at its possibility.

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'Teen Mom's Farrah Abraham slammed over MTV Awards outfit

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:24 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): 'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham, who donned a Bollywood-inspired ensemble to 2017 MTV Movie & TV Awards, has caused a stir on the social media and is receiving major backlash over the outfit.

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Pakistan rocked with massive power shortage

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): People across Pakistan are facing extensive power cuts of 7-10 hours, as demand and supply gap continues to widen.

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Group rituals may lower trust in outsiders

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): From our greetings to our celebrations to how we take our coffee, everyday life is full of shared rituals. These rituals not only help us bond with others, but also push us away from those who don't share the same practices, according to a recent study.

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Days after 9/11: The ordeal Osama bin Laden's wives, children faced

Updated: May 08, 2017 12:21 IST

London[U.K.], May 8 (ANI): The world's once most wanted man Osama bin Laden, who changed the face of terrorism by orchestrating the September 11 attacks on the twin towers of the World Trade Center and the Pentagon in which around 3,000 people were killed, tried to ensure that his family and children stayed safe in the aftermath of the attacks. But his jihadist ideology rendered their lives with uncertainties.

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Burdwan: One killed, three injured in blast at TMC office

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:58 IST

Burdwan(West Bengal), [India], May 08 (ANI): A person was killed and three others sustained serious injuries following a massive blast in the party office of Trinamool Congress (TMC) at Aushgram in Burdwan district of West Bengal here.

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Kapil Mishra seeks 'lie detector test' for himself, Kejriwal and Jain

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:56 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08 (ANI): Escalating the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) political drama, MLA Kapil Mishra, who was sacked from the state cabinet, has demanded a lie-detector test for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, state Health minister Satyendr

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Focus on brilliance of Kashmiri youth, not just stone pelting: Mehbooba Mufti

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:56 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 8 (ANI): Calling on the nation to divert their attention to the scores achievements of the Kashmiri youth across all fields, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday asserted that not all youngsters were involved in the stone-pelting incidents.

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Klopp blames `dry` Anfield pitch for Southampton stalemate

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:56 IST

Anfield [U.K], May 8 (ANI): Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has blamed the 'dry' Anfield pitch as the reason behind his side's stalemate draw against Southampton in their Premier League clash last evening.

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This smartwatch has all the 'moves'

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:36 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): What if your smartwatch could rotate, hinge, translate, orbit and rise to the occasion? A team of researchers has brought this concept closer to the reality.

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Trump congratulates Emmanuel Macron on election win

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:36 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 8 (ANI): U.S. President Donald J Trump congratulated Emmanuel Macron after a big win against candidate Marine Le Pen in the French presidential election on Sunday.

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BJP's UP win was certain, irrespective of who contested from SP: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:36 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (ANI): Commenting over the latest development in the Samajwadi Party's deepening rift, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday asserted that Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) emphatic win was certain, irrespective of who had contested the state polls from the Samajwadi Party

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Triple Talaq should be seen with perspective of 'reform' not religion: Centre

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:11 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08: The Centre on Sunday launched a scathing at political leaders for politicizing the issue of Triple Talaq while saying that the matter should not be seen with the perspective of religion but 'reform'.

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Polluted environment tied to elevated cancer rates

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): You may want to rethink moving to a green neighbourhood as a recent study has linked poor environmental quality to elevated cancer rates.

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Fodder scam: No relief for Lalu, SC orders trial for criminal conspiracy

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:05 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 08 (ANI): In a major setback to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, the Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)'s plea challenging the Jharkhand High Court's order of dropping

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I am ready for Champions Trophy: Harbhajan Singh

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:03 IST

Hyderabad [India], May 8 (ANI): Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh believes he is ready now more than ever to make his way back into the national squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning June 1 in England and Wales.

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Cotton swabs landing 34 kids in emergency rooms each day

Updated: May 08, 2017 11:03 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Parents, you may want to keep those cotton buds away from your kids as a recent study has found that they are sending 34 children to the emergency department each day.

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Adam Devine kicks off MTV Awards with 'Beauty and the Beast' parody

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:44 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Host Adam Devine gave the MTV Movie & TV Awards a fairytale opening!

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Mother's Day - number crunching for gifts to moms

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Mother's Day 2017 is around the corner and in this age where the world is truly a global village, the importance of Mother's Day gifts have slowly but surely increased.

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German Chancellor congratulates French President-elect Macron

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 8 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel joined world leaders in congratulating Emmanuel Macron for his victory in the French Presidential election.

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New Delhi trailing Beijing by 13 years: China

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Lack of a favorable growth and environment combined with slow implementation of policies has hampered India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in the last decade, said Chinese ambassador to India, Luo Zhaohui.

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Gluten intolerant? Enzyme pill may offer relief

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): With more and more people avoiding any wheat-based foods that might have uncomfortable side effects, the market for gluten-free foods has exploded in recent years, but a unique enzyme pill promises to change all of that.

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WB: Deaf, mute girl gangraped in Malda

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:04 IST

Malda (West Bengal), May 8 (ANI): A deaf and mute 14-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men at a mango orchard in West Bengal's Malda district.

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China ready to amend name of CPEC to appease India

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Under the pretext of not disrupting bilateral relations between India and China, Ambassador Luo Zhaohui said the latter is ready to change the name of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) passing through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

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Indian shuttler Ponnappa keen to mentor badminton in Nagaland

Updated: May 08, 2017 10:03 IST

Dimapur (Assam) [India], May 8 (ANI): Indian shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa has expressed her desire to return to Nagaland for a badminton course to help develop the sport in the region.

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No opposition to any country's NSG membership: China

Updated: May 08, 2017 09:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 8 (ANI): Maintaining its see-sawing diplomatic stand over India's entry into the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), China has said that it does not oppose any country's membership, however, adding that a standard for admission should be agreed upon first.

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UP ATS continues thorough grilling of arrested ISI agents

Updated: May 08, 2017 09:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), [India], May 08 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) continues to thoroughly interrogate the arrested three ISI agent from Faizabad and Mumbai.

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Manipur: Four security personnel injured in suspected IED blast

Updated: May 08, 2017 09:10 IST

Tengnoupal (Manipur), May 8 (ANI): At least four security personnel were injured on Monday morning in a suspected IED blast, in Lokchao area of Tengnoupal district here.

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Brachytherapy 'better' than surgery for penile cancer

Updated: May 08, 2017 09:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): When it comes to the penile cancer, brachytherapy should be the go-to treatment, according to a recent study.

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Vin Diesel honors Paul Walker while accepting MTV Generation Award

Updated: May 08, 2017 09:10 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): While accepting an award at the 2017 MTV Movie and TV Awards, Vin Diesel paid tribute to his friend and former co-star, Paul Walker, who died in a car crash in 2013.

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MTV Awards: Emma Watson bags first 'gender-neutral' acting honour

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Emma Watson has made history at the 2017 MTV Movie & TV Awards by winning the first-ever gender-neutral acting award.

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Look forward to working with French President-elect Macron: PM Modi

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted Emmanuel Macron for his 'emphatic victory' in the French Presidential election, adding that he looks forward to working with the President-elect.

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#MTVAwards: 'Beauty and the Beast' bags 'Movie of the Year' award

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Hosted by Adam Devine, the biggest names from the big and small screen were honored at one of the biggest nights for entertainment fraternity.

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Chennai: Inferno chokes four to death in Vadapalani area

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:47 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) , May 8 (ANI): At least four people were killed and five others injured after a fire broke out in an apartment in Chennai's Vadapalani area last night.

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Gujarat: 84-year-old retired bank employee donates life savings to Armed Forces

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:47 IST

Bhavnagar (Gujarat), May 8 (ANI): Charity by celebrities and power brands are a common tale, but an 84-year-old retired bank employee has tugged heartstrings by donating his entire life savings amounting to Rs. one crore to the National Defence Fund.

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Rajnath to chair review meeting of Naxal-affected states today

Updated: May 08, 2017 08:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May, 8 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will today chair a review meeting of ten Left Wing Extremism affected States in New Delhi following recent Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh.

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Is your lifestyle putting you at colorectal cancer risk?

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:57 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): You may want to start living a healthy life as a recent study has found that doing so can keep colorectal cancer at bay.

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AAP lost its 'basic premise' of being against corruption: Congress

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Terming ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's allegations against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal as 'very serious' in nature, the Congress Party on Monday said the party had lost its basic 'agenda' to fight against corruption.

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Making radiotherapy less traumatic for kids with cancer

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Children with cancer could be spared dozens of doses of general anaesthesia by projecting a video directly on to the inside of a radiotherapy machine during treatment, according to a recent research.

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Justin Bieber to appear on Karan Johar's 'Koffee With Karan'?

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:27 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 8 (ANI): The rumour making the rounds in the celebrity circles is that Grammy Award winner Justin Bieber may be in conversation with filmmaker Karan Johar for his top-grossing television show 'Koffee With Karan' during his visit to India.

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High-dose radiotherapy can add years to pancreatic cancer patient's life

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:27 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 8 (ANI): Patients with early stage pancreatic cancer could be given longer to live if they receive radiotherapy at a high enough dose, according to a recent research.

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German president favours two-state solution on Israel visit

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:27 IST

Jerusaleeum [Israel], may 8 (ANI) :After a diplomatic spat, German president Frank-Walter Steinmeier met Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Sunday to discuss Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Somali forces kill al-Shabaab leader

Updated: May 08, 2017 07:09 IST

Mogadishu [Somalia], May 8 (ANI) :An al-Shabaab leader was killed in the lower Shabelle region in an operation conducted by the Somali National Army.

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Jalaun gang-rape: Women activists call for highway safety, stricter laws

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:50 IST

Kolkata/Mumbai/Bengaluru [India], May 8 (ANI): Throwing light on the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh, the women activists on Monday expressed serious concern over the Jalaun gang-rape incident and demanded stringent punishment against the accused.

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Hyderabad couple waits for daughter 'captive' in Pakistan

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:47 IST

Hyderabad [India] May 8 (ANI): A Hyderabad couple's wait to meet their daughter Mohammadi Begum, who is being tortured by her husband in Pakistan, continues.

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BJP dubs Mulayam's statement on Akhilesh as 'another episode of family drama'

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:47 IST

Mumbai/ New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): After Samajwadi Party patron Mulayam Singh Yadav indicated that his son Akhilesh Yadav's move to ally with Congress left no stone unturned in ruining his life, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday dubbed it to be yet another episode of the 'unending saga of a family drama'.

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'Myth' around Kejriwal's 'crusade' against corruption busted: BJP

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:42 IST

New Delhi/ Bengaluru [India], May 8 (ANI): Following ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's startling claims against Arvind Kejriwal and Health Minister Satyendra Jain, The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said the 'myth' around party chief about his 'crusade' against corruption has been busted.

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Emmanuel Macron elected next French President

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:05 IST

Paris [France], May 8 (ANI): After defeating Marne Le Pen, France's president -elect has promised to fight the divisions that undermine France.

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Mohan Bhagwat should become President to make India 'Hindu Rashtra': Uddhav Thackeray

Updated: May 08, 2017 06:02 IST

Aurangabad (Maharashtra) [India], May 8 (ANI): Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray recently said that in order to transform the country into a 'Hindu Rashtra', Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat should become the next President of India.

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Sushma assures Amarinder: will protect all Indian citizens abroad

Updated: May 08, 2017 05:33 IST

New Delhi (India) May 8 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj? has assured Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh to help and protect all Indian citizens, including Sikhs, living abroad.

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Modi must also speak about Varanasi's widows: Yechury

Updated: May 08, 2017 05:22 IST

Kochi (Kerala) [India] May 8 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Sitaram Yechury on Monday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to not only express concern about the plight of 'Muslim Sisters' but also about widows of his Parliamentary Constituency, Varanasi.

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50 Afghan soldiers killed in border firing

Updated: May 08, 2017 05:00 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI) : Fifty Afghan security personnel were killed and another 100 injurd as Pakistan forces retaliated to unprovoked firing by Afghan border forces on security personnel in Balochistan's Chaman area last week.

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Merkel's party wins German northern state election

Updated: May 08, 2017 04:25 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 8 (ANI) : German Chancellor Angela Merkel's party on Sunday secured a victory in Schleswig-Holstein state.

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Afghan MPs for moving UN against Pak over border violation

Updated: May 08, 2017 03:59 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] May 8 (ANI): The Afghanistan lawmakers urged the government to move the United States Security Council against Pakistan for a recent border violation, Afghanistan news agency Pajhwok reported.

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North Korea detains another American citizen

Updated: May 08, 2017 03:33 IST

New York [U.S.], May 8 (ANI): Another US citizen has been detained in North Korea for suspected hostile acts against Pyongyang and investigations is being carried out by a relevant authority.

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Afghanistan IS head Hasib killed

Updated: May 08, 2017 02:15 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] May 8 (ANI): Head of Islamic State (IS) in Afghanistan Abdul Hasib has been killed in a raid led by US Special Forces in eastern Nangarhar, said Afghanistan government in a statement.

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Macron set to become new French Prez

Updated: May 08, 2017 02:08 IST

Paris [France] May 8 (ANI): Emmanuel Macron is set to become France's next President, French media reports said on Monday.

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Indian High Commission providing consular access to woman married to Pak national

Updated: May 08, 2017 00:24 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 8 (ANI): The Indian woman, whose husband claimed that she was stranded inside the Indian High Commission office in Islamabad, is being provided necessary consular access.

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65.3 percent voter turnout in second round of French Presidential polls

Updated: May 07, 2017 23:53 IST

London [U.K.], May 7 (ANI): The voter turnout in the second round of French Presidential polls has been recorded at 65.3 percent till 5 p.m. (GMT+2), lower than the previous elections.

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Won't let America down on healthcare, assures Trump

Updated: May 07, 2017 23:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has said that the Republican Senators would not let the American people down on healthcare.

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Samajwadi Party expels six leaders post Shivpal's new front

Updated: May 07, 2017 23:10 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party on Sunday expelled its party leaders who are considered close to Shivpal Yadav.

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Kapil Mishra to go to ACB, says Satyendra Jain will be 'jailed'

Updated: May 07, 2017 22:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The enraging feud in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) took an interesting turn on late Sunday night when ousted party leader Kapil Mishra elaborated on his allegations against Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain and claimed that he would soon go to jail.

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Kapil Mishra's allegation will damage AAP politically: Ex-Delhi Chief Secy

Updated: May 07, 2017 22:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): After ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra made a revelation alleging his former colleague Satyendra Jain of giving a sum of Rs. 2 crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Chief Secretary Omesh Sehgal said that the allegation would damage the political image of the party.

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Two Jet Airways flights collide at Delhi airport

Updated: May 07, 2017 22:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): A major accident was averted after two Jet Airways flight collided with each other while preparing for departure at Delhi airport on Sunday.

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Adityanath bats for development, good governance in UP

Updated: May 07, 2017 21:57 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday pitched for development in the state, while saying that good governance would only be ensured if each person got the benefit of the state and the Central Government's schemes.

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CBI unearths 339 shell companies that diverts Rs. 2,900 crore

Updated: May 07, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) during its probe in the last three years has unearthed 339 shell companies that are based in India to divert funds to the tune of Rs. 2,900 crore.

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Sachin Tendulkar visits Indian Navy's frigate Tarkash in London

Updated: May 07, 2017 21:13 IST

London [U.K.], May 7 (ANI): Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday visited Indian Navy's Tarkash in London.

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Demonetised currency worth 1.85 crore nabbed in Hyderabad

Updated: May 07, 2017 20:37 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 7 (ANI): Agents of Hyderabad's Commissioners Task Force, North Zone on Sunday detained 13 persons in possession of demonetised Indian currency notes of Rs. 500 and 1000, totalling up to Rs. 1,85,00,000.

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Bengaluru: Bellandur Lake catches fire again

Updated: May 07, 2017 20:03 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 7 (ANI): Even as the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has been trying to clean the Bellandur Lake after the National Green Tribunal (NGT) rapped the former for its lax approach, the Bellandur Lake was again seen catching fire on Monday.

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Tripura: Amit Shah hits out at Manik Sarkar Govt.

Updated: May 07, 2017 20:01 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 7 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Sunday asserted that the Manik Sarkar Government in Tripura had done nothing except corruption and destruction and were a hindrance for the development of the state.

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UP: Woman allegedly gangraped, looted on highway near Jalaun

Updated: May 07, 2017 19:59 IST

Jalaun (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): In yet another shocking case of sexual violence, a woman was allegedly gangraped and looted by eight unknown men while her husband was brutally beaten up and tied up in a deserted location near a highway.

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Trump hits out at 'Fake Media' again, targets Democrats' dealings with Russia

Updated: May 07, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Sunday continued his tirade against the 'fake media' and questioned why it was not asking Democrats about their dealings with Russia.

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Airing 'doctored' tapes height of shamelessness: RJD

Updated: May 07, 2017 19:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): A day after an audiotape of a conversation between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and criminal-turned-political leader Mohammad Shahabuddin was made public by an English news channel, the RJD on Sunday termed it as doctored and accused the channel for propagating the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) agenda.

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Shoaib Akhtar reveals his `best memory of cricket career`

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:59 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 7 (ANI): Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar has revealed that getting legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar out for a duck at Kolkata's Eden Gardens remains among the best memories of his cricket career.

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BJP MP honey trap case: Accused sent to one day custody

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The accused woman in the honey trap case of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K.C. Patel was sent to one day judicial custody by the Delhi High Court on Sunday.

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Punjab CM brands Kejriwal robber, demands resignation

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:51 IST

Taran Taaran (Punjab) [India], May 7 (ANI): Slamming Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal following ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's corruption allegations, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh branded the former as 'robber' while demanding his resignation.

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East Bengal play out 1-1 draw against Churchill in Fed Cup opener

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:46 IST

Cuttack [India], May 7 (ANI): Kingfisher East Bengal opened their Hero Federation Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Churchill Brothers here at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha today.

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'Shameless' Kejriwal won't resign unless CBI takes action: Swamy

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Amid growing clamour for Arvind Kejrwial's resignation post ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's corruption allegations, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) should take suo motu cognizance of the matter as the Delhi Chief Minister would not resign unless corruption charges are proved.

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Development top priority in North East: PM Modi

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday asserted that the development of the North East region was a top priority for the Central Government and the special focus has always been on the connectivity and the infrastructure of the region.

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My fault to have endorsed Akhilesh as UP CM: Mulayam

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:04 IST

Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): In a scathing attack at former Uttar Pradesh chief minister and his son Akhilesh Yadav, Samajwadi Party patron Mulayam Singh Yadav on Sunday said the former forged an alliance with the Congress which left no stones unturned in ruining his life.

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Rajnath to review situation in Left wing extremism affected states tomorrow

Updated: May 07, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will review the situation in Left wing extremism affected states here on May 8.

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IPL 2018 most likely to have eight teams: Rajeev Shukla

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Quashing speculations that there might be a ten-team set up in the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), league's chairman Rajeev Shukla on Sunday said that the tournament was most likely to feature eight teams next year, with two new franchises Rising Pune Supergiants and Gujarat Lions making way for the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals.

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Kejirwal's role as anti-corruption crusader has increased: Khetan

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Admitting that there were detractors within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), party leader Ashish Khetan on Sunday said Chief Minister Arvind Kejirwal's role as an anti-corruption crusader had increased after his "staunchest critics" brushed aside allegations of corruption against him.

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Hazare 'saddened' with reports of AAP Govt. indulging in corruption

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:46 IST

Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) [India], May 7 (ANI): Social activist Anna Hazare, who has been Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's mentor, on Sunday expressed grief over the repeated reports of corruption and misbehaviour in and under the latter's government.

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Pakistan, China to jointly ensure transparency in CPEC projects

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 7 (ANI): Pakistan and China have agreed to jointly oversee the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and ensure transparency in the project as an agreement in this regard was signed between the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and Beijing.

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AAP has mocked principles of 'Lokayukt': Cong.

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): After ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra made a revelation on Sunday alleging his former colleague Satyendra Jain of giving a sum of Rs. 2 crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Congress on Sunday asserted that the party had mocked the very principles of 'Lokayukt' where its foundation lay.

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SC to pronounce its verdict in fodder scam tomorrow

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court will tomorrow pronounce its verdict in fodder scam involving Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav on Central Bureau of India (CBI)'s application.

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SRK makes a revelation about Smriti Irani's step-daughter

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan, despite being busy in the shoot for Imtiaz Ali's next, always takes time to remember most of his friends in happiness, sadness and much more.

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Champions Trophy: Inzamam backs Pak to perform well against India

Updated: May 07, 2017 17:19 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 7 (ANI): Inzamam-ul-Haq, chief selector of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), believes the clash against their arch-rivals India in next month's Champions Trophy will be important for the Men in Green to make a right start in the tournament.

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Karachi is vital for stability in Pakistan: General Bajwa

Updated: May 07, 2017 16:44 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 7 (ANI): Pakistan Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that peace in Karachi is vital for stability in Pakistan.

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Mangal Pandey appointed BJP in-charge for Himachal Pradesh

Updated: May 07, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Mangal Pandey has been appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in-charge for Himachal Pradesh.

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CM Adityanath distributes cheques to Etah tragedy survivors

Updated: May 07, 2017 16:38 IST

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday distributed cheques of financial assistance to the families of the victims in the deadly Etah mini truck accident.

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AAP denies allegation even as Congress demands investigation

Updated: May 07, 2017 16:23 IST

New Delhi/Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], May 7 (ANI): After ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Sunday made a shocking revelation and alleged that he saw Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain give Rs. 2 crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Congress demanded for a proper transparent investigation against the latter even as the AAP denied the allegations.

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BJP sends notice to Ghanshyam Tiwari for anti-party activities

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:59 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 7(ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday issued notice to Rajasthan senior party leader Ghanshyam Tiwari for anti-party activities.

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Even Kejriwal's greatest enemy won't believe in Mishra's allegation: Kumar Vishwas

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Hours after sacked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra made a startling revelation against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Delhi Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain, party leader Kumar Vishwas on Sunday came in defence of his colleague saying that neither he nor Kejriwal's greatest enemy will agree to these allegations.

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Appreciate Kapil Mishra's honesty, CBI should step in now: Mayank Gandhi

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:54 IST

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], May 7 (ANI): After ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra claimed to have seen Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain give Rs. two crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, former AAP leader Mayank Gandhi demanded a proper investigation by the Crime Branch of Investigation (CBI) into the charges.

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We need evidence: Yogendra Yadav post Kapil Mishra expose

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:48 IST

Trichy (Tamil Nadu), May 7 (ANI): Following ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's startling revelation about Arvind Kejriwal, former party's MLA Yogendra Yadav on Sunday asserted that he wouldn't believe the Delhi Chief Minister could take "bribe" unless it was supported by proper evidence.

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Pak President calls on India to join hands for peace efforts

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:43 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 7 (ANI): Asserting that Islamabad desires peace and friendship with New Delhi, Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain has called upon India to join hands for peace efforts instead of endangering stability of the region by 'creating tension'.

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Kejriwal surpassed Lalu in terms of corruption: Delhi BJP chief

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Following ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra's startling revelation against Arvind Kejriwal and Health Minister Satyendra Jain, Delhi Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) chief Manoj Tiwari on Sunday lauded the former for showing courage, while asserting that the Delhi Chief Minister had surpassed Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in terms of corruption.

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Is Kanye West no longer keeping up with social media?

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:37 IST

Johannesburg, May 7 (ANI): It seems like Kanye West no longer wants to be a part of the social media world.

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ISIS looking to seize Pakistani youth 'online'

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:33 IST

Washington D.C. [USA] May 7 (ANI): While increasing internet accessibility has been regarded as a boon, there comes an alarming issue with regards to accountability of what is shared on the platform. As there is a flipside to every coin, recent reports have mapped the increasing presence of the Islamic State in Pakistan, merely through online recruitment.

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BCCI rules out legal action against ICC, says 'cricket is priority'

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed India's participation in the forthcoming Champions Trophy, senior BCCI official Rajiv Shukla on Sunday said that the Board is not taking any legal action against the International Cricket Council (ICC) over its revised financial model as cricket is their priority.

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'There's an order to things' in 'Blade Runner 2049' teaser

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Warner Bros. has just released a new teaser of the upcoming 'Blade Runner' sequel and it will surely make the fans excited.

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Paris Hilton's brother Conrad arrested for stealing car

Updated: May 07, 2017 15:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Paris Hilton's brother, Conrad Hilton, has yet again landed himself in a soup.

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BJP demands probe into Kapil Mishra's 'serious' allegations

Updated: May 07, 2017 14:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Following Kapil Mishra's expose, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came down heavily on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal, asserted that the development clearly proves that the Delhi government has only one agenda- power.

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Adele shares hilarious post on her 29th b'day

Updated: May 07, 2017 14:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): When it comes to sharing her birthday excitement, Adele has a unique way.

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Ponting roots for Nitish Rana's debut in Indian squad

Updated: May 07, 2017 14:39 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 7 (ANI): Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting believes Mumbai Indians' young left-handed batsman Nitish Rana could be in line to make his international debut after his breakthrough Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

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'Paralysed' AAP Govt. now taking a toll on Delhi: Congress

Updated: May 07, 2017 14:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Commenting on the tectonic infighting within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Congress on Sunday highlighted that it is the public of Delhi who is suffering the most, as the governance is at total paralysis in the national capital.

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Kapil Mishra assures further clarity once 'Satyendra Jain goes to jail'

Updated: May 07, 2017 14:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Sticking firm to his allegation of Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain giving Rs. two crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ousted leader Kapil Mishra on Sunday asserted that people will believe his claims once Jain goes to jail.

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David Lynch puts down his director's hat for movies

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:39 IST

London [UK], May 7 (ANI): Those waiting for another David Lynch directorial, it's time you popped your bubble as he recently revealed that he has already put down his director's hat.

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Jaitley urges Japanese companies to establish operations in India

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:39 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, while highlighting the initiatives under 'Make in India,' called upon Japanese companies to set up facilities in India for manufacture of rolling stock for the metro rail projects, during the bilateral discussion with the Finance Minister of Japan, Taro Aso.

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Moral duty of Kejriwal to resign now: Devinder Sehrawat post Kapil Mishra expose

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Devinder Singh Sehrawat today asserted that the following party's sacked Cabinet minister Kapil Mishra's stunning revelation it is crystal clear that the Arvind Kejriwal Government has completely compromised with corruption.

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AAP rejects Kapil Mishra's 'absurd' charges

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Minutes after ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra revealed that he saw Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal being given Rs. two crore by Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia flatly rejected the charges as absurd and baseless.

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Saw Satyendra Jain giving Rs 2 crore to Kejriwal: Kapil Mishra

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Sunday made a shocking revelation and alleged that he saw Cabinet Minister Satyendra Jain give Rs. two crore to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

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Kapil Mishra expose: BJP smells blood, demands Kejriwal's arrest

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Soon after ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra made the startling revelation of being witness to Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain offering a Rs. 2 crore to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) asserted that it is time for the latter to be arrested and brought down from power.

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Mom-to-be Brie Bella thanks her 'army' for prayers post 'hospital scare'

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): After getting the all clear from the doctors post her "little scare at the hospital," mommy-to-be Brie Bella has thanked her fans for their prayers.

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Kanpur: 'Stone pelting' squad begins journey to Kashmir

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:11 IST

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): In a mission to support the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir, a squad of sadhus and Hindu priests from Jan Sena, a Kanpur-based religious organisation, began their journey to the Valley on Sunday, to respond to the stone pelting locals.

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BCCI ends speculations, confirms India's participation in Champions Trophy

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday ended the speculations surrounding India`s participation in the upcoming Champions Trophy, and confirmed that the Men in Blue would participate in the 50-over

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European expert voices deep reservation about China's ambitious OBOR

Updated: May 07, 2017 13:07 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 7 (ANI): China's claim that its flagship "One Belt One Road (OBOR) " project, co-joined with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), will result in a win-win situation for all participants, is being viewed with deep scepticism, doubt and distrust by a senior researcher at the South Asia Democratic Forum (SADF) along with the European Parliament (EP) and its members (MEPs).

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Soon, a cure for Zika infection?

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:42 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): We could soon have a cure for the Zika infection as a team of researchers has identified a potential target.

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Jaitley urges ADB to establish regional hub in New Delhi

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:41 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has urged the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to set up a regional hub in New Delhi for the South Asia region in order to keep pace with the growing aspirations of the people and expedite the process of project preparation and delivery for India and other countries in the region.

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'Baahubali 2' becomes 1st Indian movie to cross Rs 1000 crore-mark

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' did something that no Indian movie has ever done before- It has joined the Rs 1000 crore-club.

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Wood feared his England career was over post ankle injury

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:13 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 7 (ANI): England paceman Mark Wood has admitted that he thought his international career was over due to his persisting injury problems.

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UP: Sugarcane farmers write to PM Modi, CM Yogi, threaten 'suicide'

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:13 IST

Baghpat (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): A group of sugarcane farmers have written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, demanding euthanasia.

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Prabhas thanks fans for 'Baahubali 2' success

Updated: May 07, 2017 12:10 IST

London [UK], May 7 (ANI): Riding high on the success with blockbuster 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion,' actor Prabhas took some time off his busy schedule and thanked his fans.

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J-K: Licenses of cable operators showing Pak channels to be 'suspended'

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:57 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], May 7 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Government has asked District Magistrates to ensure television channels in 'non permitted' list of India's Information and Broadcasting Ministry are not shown on cable networks as these have potential to 'encourage violence' in the border state.

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Prejudice, a reliable predictor of racist language's 'free-speech defense'

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:54 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): According to a recent study, prejudice, not principle, often underpins the "free speech defense" of racist expression.

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ASSOCHAM for creation of Stressed Asset Funds for NPA resolution

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI):Apex industry body ASSOCHAM suggested the creation of a Stressed Assets Fund (SAF) with active participation of the cash rich public sector firms to turn non-performing assets (NPAs) into performing assets.

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10 ministers inducted into Odisha Cabinet

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:35 IST

Bhubaneswar [India], May. 7 (ANI): The Naveen Patnaik-led Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government in Odisha today inducted 10 ministers including six new faces in its Cabinet.

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Probe against Stephen Fry for calling God 'utter maniac'

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:35 IST

London [UK], May 7 (ANI): Stephen Fry is now a 'wanted' blasphemer.

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Time to realise Pakistan's hand in Kashmir: BJP on ISI funding separatists

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said that time has come for everyone to realise that Pakistan is the core reason behind the rampant terrorist activities in the Valley.

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'Baahubali 2' becomes highest earning Indian movie of all time

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:25 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 7 (ANI): The 'Baahubali' wave has taken over the world and it is in no mood to stop.

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Rodriguez, Morata net braces as Madrid crush Granada in La Liga

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:25 IST

Granada [Spain], May 7 (ANI): James Rodriguez and Alvaro Morata struck two goals each as Real Madrid registered a thumping 4-0 win over Granada to keep their chase for the La Liga title in their hands here on Monday.

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"We are Groot": James Gunn shares emotional message with fans

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Riding high on success with 'Guardian of the Galaxy 2,' director James Gunn penned down a heartfelt message to the fans as his movie opened with huge numbers at the box office.

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Jungle raj still exists in Bihar: Ram Vilas Paswan

Updated: May 07, 2017 11:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): After an English news channel played a recorded conversation into the working relationship between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and criminal-turned-politician Mohammad Shahabuddin, Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Sunday said the development is proof of rampant jungle raj still existing in the state.

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Kapil Mishra rules out joining BJP

Updated: May 07, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 7 (ANI): Ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra has flatly ruled out any possibility of him joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying he is one of the founding members of AAP and will always be in the party's inner circle.

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Spare the 'praise', spoil the child

Updated: May 07, 2017 10:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Want to improve your child's wellbeing? You may want to start applauding him regularly.

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The Seamier Side of Leh

Updated: May 07, 2017 10:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Ladakh's most celebrated town, Leh draws multitudes of visitors from across the country and world, eager to experience its inimitable culture; its breathtaking mountainous landscape and the feel of nature in its true splendor. Yet not many know about 'Bomb Guard' near Diskit Tsal where garbage from Leh is dumped.

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You are, indeed, never too old to learn

Updated: May 07, 2017 10:13 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Turns out, you can ward off cognitive ageing just by learning like an infant.

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Kashmir witnessed normalcy, heightened tourism under Manmohan Singh: Congress

Updated: May 07, 2017 10:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Taking a swing at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the current state of unrest in the Valley and India's severely deteriorating ties with Pakistan, the Congress on Sunday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir has comparatively experienced normalcy under the tenure of Manmohan Singh, and that tourism had witnessed its most flourishing days.

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AAP ousted minister Kapil Mishra to meet LG today

Updated: May 07, 2017 09:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Amid the escalating infighting within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), ousted Cabinet minister Kapil Mishra will meet Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal at 10:30 a.m. today.

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Newly discovered 'testes-repairing' cells offer fertility hope

Updated: May 07, 2017 09:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): A team of scientists has discovered a tiny group of cells that is critical to repairing damage to the testes.

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Rajasthan: Tractor turns turtle killing six children

Updated: May 07, 2017 09:26 IST

Sawai Madhopur (Rajasthan) [India], May 7 (ANI): At least six children were killed and 21 injured after the driver of a tractor, carrying children and women lost control and turned turtle late on Saturday night at around 10:45 p.m. here.

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Most trans patients don't undergo gender-affirming surgeries

Updated: May 07, 2017 09:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Turns out, transgender patients don't opt for gender-affirming surgeries as much as many believe.

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Macron vs Le Pen: Second round of voting in French Presidential Elections today

Updated: May 07, 2017 09:11 IST

London [United Kingdom], May. 7 (ANI): The second round of voting for Presidential election in France will be held today and opinion polls have shown the centrist candidate Emmanuel Macron bagging around 62 percent votes.

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Do antipsychotics do more good than harm?

Updated: May 07, 2017 08:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): According to an international group of experts, the benefits of antipsychotic medications outweigh the risks.

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PM Modi to address centenary celebrations of Bharat Sevashram Sangha

Updated: May 07, 2017 08:50 IST

Shillong [India], May. 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the centenary celebrations of Bharat Sevashram Sangha being organized at Shillong, Meghalaya today.

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J-K: Four including one terrorist killed in shootout

Updated: May 07, 2017 08:37 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 7 (ANI): A policeman, a terrorist and two civilians were killed in a shootout at Malpora area in south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Saturday evening.

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Cinnamon may help undo damage of high-fat diet

Updated: May 07, 2017 08:37 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Feeling guilty about that burger? You may want to bake yourself some tasty cinnamon rolls as a recent study has suggested that the spice could help reduce the impact of a high-fat diet.

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High-dose prostate cancer therapy can half trips to hospital

Updated: May 07, 2017 08:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Treating prostate cancer with a single, high dose of radiation delivered precisely to the site of the tumour results in good quality of life and fewer trips to the hospital, with adverse side effects that are no worse than if the radiation treatment had been given in several lower doses, according to a recent study.

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Flynn was warned on Russian contact

Updated: May 07, 2017 07:28 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump's transition team had warned former national security adviser Michael Flynn about the risks involved in communicating with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak.

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Flooding wreaks havoc in New York City, transit services suspended

Updated: May 07, 2017 07:28 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): Flooding caused by heavy rain and strong winds wrecked havoc on rails and roads in New York City on Saturday.

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Kejriwal is corrupt, alleges BJP

Updated: May 07, 2017 07:28 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday alleged Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is indulged in corruption.

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Top five players to watch out for in Federation Cup 2017

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Federation Cup is set to kick-off at Cuttack's Barabati stadium today and all eyes will be glued on top Indian players and the form they are in with crucial international fixtures lined up over the next month.

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Federation Cup to kick-off today in Cuttack

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:55 IST

Cuttack (Odisha) [India], May 7 (ANI): The 2017 Federation Cup will kick-off today with East Bengal clashing swords against Churchill Brothers at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha.

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RJD dubs Lalu-Shahabuddin audiotapes doctored, JD(U) calls it attempt to destabilize Bihar Govt.

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): A day after an audiotape of a conversation between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his party's jailed leader Mohammad Shahabuddin, was made public, the political outfit on Sunday dubbed the tape as doctored, while its ally Janata Dal (United) said that it was an attempt to destabilize the government of Bihar.

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Inquire evidences and unmask Pak: Cong on ISI funding separatist

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The Congress Party on Sunday asked for a thorough investigation into the reports of Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI funding separatist leaders in Kashmir to spread violence.

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ISI funding separatists: Kashmiri activist questions governmental action

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:47 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 7 (ANI): With reports of evidence substantiating the fact that separatist leader in Valley are on Pakistan's payrolls, Kashmiri activist Sushil Pandit on Sunday questioned the government and asked what measures is the ruling dispensation taking in order to unearth anti-India forces from Jammu and Kashmir.

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After Kapil's ouster, Vishwas hints at more rebellion in AAP

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:44 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) founder member Kumar Vishwas has hinted more rebellion in the party after his colleague Kapil Mishra was removed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday from his cabinet.

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Lalu-Shahabuddin audio tapes: BJP questions Nitish's silence

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:39 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai, May 7 (ANI): Dubbing the incident of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav conversing with his party's jailed former MP from Siwan, Mohammad Shahabuddin as "shocking", the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said it is appalling to know that a former state chief and a cabinet minister is taking orders from a criminal.

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BJP to Nitish: Sack 'bungalow rent' ministers

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:39 IST

New Delhi Bengaluru [India] May 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday demanded Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to sack his ministers, who are accused of renting out their official bungalows for private functions.

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Initiate prosecution and declare Hurriyat as terror state: BJP

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:39 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai [India], May 7 (ANI): Retorting to the reports of ISI funding Hurriyat leaders to keep alive the separatists agenda in Kashmir, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday professed to launch a prosecution against the former and dub them as a terror state.

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Neutralise activities of Shabir Shah: Defence Expert

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:27 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): Defence expert Wing Commander (Retd.) Praful Bakshi has said that activities of Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party president Shabir Shah need to be neutralised in order to curb the separatism in the Valley.

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White House Curator to retire after 40-year-career

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:27 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): White House curator William G. Allman has decided to retire after a more than 40-year career, CNN reported citing persons familiar with the decision.

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JD (U), Congress give clean chit to Nitish on bungalow rent row

Updated: May 07, 2017 06:27 IST

New Delhi [India] May 7 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) and the Congress have refuted the news reports that some ministers of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar have been renting out their official bungalows to private persons.

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Nine security officials killed in car bomb attacks in Mosul

Updated: May 07, 2017 05:43 IST

Baghdad [Iraq], May 7 (ANI): At least nine security officials were killed and three others injured on Saturday in car bomb attacks claimed by ISIS or Daesh in Iraq's Mosul.

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ADW Season 4: Day 2 all about designs, innovations

Updated: May 07, 2017 05:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The second day of the ongoing Asian Designer Week (ADW) was ruled by the NextGen Fresh Talent and NextGen Fashionpreneurs who exhibited vibrant and vivid ensembles that kept the audience hooked.

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Ismail Haniya elected as new Hamas chief

Updated: May 07, 2017 05:09 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): Gaza based Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on Saturday elected Ismail Haniya as its new political chief, replacing Qatar based veteran Khaled Meshaal.

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82 Chibok schoolgirls released in Nigeria

Updated: May 07, 2017 04:01 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): Eight-two Chibok schoolgirls among the 276 were released by Boko Haram militants on Saturday after more than three years in captivity.

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MSN star in Barca's easy win over Villarreal in La Liga

Updated: May 07, 2017 03:51 IST

Barcelona [Spain], May 7 (ANI): Star striker Lionel Messi scored his 50th and 51st goal of the season as Barcelona registered a clinical 4-1 win over Villarreal to keep the heat on Real Madrid at the top of La Liga at Camp Nou, Barcelona on Saturday.

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Taliban captures district in Afghanistan's Kunduz

Updated: May 07, 2017 03:34 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan] May 7 (ANI): In a major blow to the Ashraf Ghani Government in Afghanistan, Taliban militants have seized control of a Qala-e-Zal district near Kunduz on Saturday morning, following two days of heavy fighting with the security forces.

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Dutch Foreign Minister to arrive today for four-day India visit

Updated: May 07, 2017 02:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Netherlands Foreign Minister Bert Koenders will visit India for a four-day trip starting from May 7 to 9 to strengthen political and economic bilateral ties.

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26 people burnt to death in Nigeria bus accident

Updated: May 07, 2017 02:55 IST

Lagos [Nigeria] May 7 (ANI): Twenty-six people were burnt to death when two buses collided head on along Nigeria's southwest Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Saturday.

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Two killed, six injured in twin blast in Philippines capital

Updated: May 07, 2017 02:12 IST

New York [U.S.], May 7 (ANI): Two people were killed and six others injured in two explosions on Saturday in Philippines capital Manila.

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FIFA President congratulates I-League champions Aizawl FC

Updated: May 07, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Aizawl FC, who were recently-crowned I-League 2016-17 champions.

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Hockey Him crowned champions of 7th Junior Women's Hockey C'ship

Updated: May 07, 2017 01:19 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 7 (ANI): Hockey Him thrashed Hockey Mizoram 5-0 to become champions of the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' Division at the Aisbagh Stadium on Saturday.

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Sarfaraz Bugti heckled by Baloch activist in Brussels

Updated: May 07, 2017 01:19 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 7 (ANI): Baluchistan's Interior Minister Sarfaraz Bugti was heckled by Baloch activist Munir Mengal in an event in Brussels where the delegation highlighted the economic potential of the southwestern Balochistan province.

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IPL 10: Mumbai Indians crush Delhi Daredevils to enter playoffs in style

Updated: May 07, 2017 00:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): Mumbai Indians bowlers came out with a stunning performance to help their team register a record 146-run over Delhi Daredevils in their IPL clash at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Saturday.

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Poker Sports League concludes draft for maiden season

Updated: May 07, 2017 00:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 7 (ANI): The 12 franchises for India's first ever Poker Sports League (PSL) on Saturday picked their players to complete their teams for the maiden season of the league.

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J-K: Pak violates ceasefire in Balakote Sector

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:52 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India], May 6 (ANI): Pakistani troops on Saturday violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Balakote Sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch District, prompting the Indian Army to retaliate.

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75 stray dogs rescued in Assam

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:49 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 6 (ANI): Assam Police on Saturday rescued 75 drugged stray dogs in Samaguri. The dogs were to be sold for meat in Nagaland. Four men were arrested for the crime.

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Leaked video: Yedurappa, Ananth Kumar summoned to give voice samples

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:20 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 6 (ANI): Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief B.S. Yeddyurappa and Union Minister Ananth Kumar were directed on Saturday to appear before the cyber crime cell in seven days and give voice samples in connection with a leaked video in which both leaders are seen discussing plans to destabilise the ruling Congress government in the state.

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Nine ministers resign ahead of Odisha cabinet reshuffle

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:20 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 6 (ANI): At least nine ministers on Saturday submitted their resignations to allow Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to reshuffle his cabinet.

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World is tiring of statements, resolutions: President

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday said the world is tiring of statements and resolutions, adding that efforts should be to work with like-minded nations and global institutions to swiftly generate effective solutions and implement them efficiently.

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'Taliban-ideologue' Geelani trying to suppress people's voice: RSS

Updated: May 06, 2017 23:20 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 6, (ANI): The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Saturday questioned as to where separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani was when the army helped Kashmiris during the floods and as to why he stopped locals from seeking the army's help?

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Delhi gas leak: Health ministry forms committee of doctors to tackle emergencies

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda has formed a five-member committee of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) doctors to deal with Delhi's Tughlaqabad gas leak incident.

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ISI funding J-K separatists: MoS Ahir demands proper investigation

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Hansraj Gangaram Ahir on Saturday asserted that the youth who have picked up stones today on directions of Pakistan, will one day throw the same stones at the former.

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Kapil Mishra says was axed due to tanker scam expose

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Shortly after being removed from the Delhi Cabinet, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kapil Mishra on Saturday said he may have been axed for saying he would submit the names of those people involved in the tanker scam to the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB).

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Is there going to be a third 'Kingsman' movie?

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:44 IST

London [UK], May 6 (ANI): It seems like the 'secret service' will be coming for more in the future.

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Shiva Thapa, Sumit Sangwan bag silver medals at 2017 Asian Boxing Championship

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:44 IST

Tashkent [Uzbekistan], May 6 (ANI): Indian Boxers Shiva Thapa (60 kg) and Sumit Sangwan (91 kg) bagged silver medals at the Asian Boxing Championships.

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Arjun, Shraddha dazzle in Filmfare magazine cover

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): With just a couple of weeks left in the release of their new movie 'Half Girlfriend,' Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor are busy promoting the upcoming movie.

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Tanzania bus crash kills 34

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:36 IST

Karatu [Tanzania], May 6 (ANI): At least 34 people have reportedly been killed after a small bus veered off a steep road near the town of Karatu, in Tanzania's Arashu region on Saturday and plunged into a river, local media reports said.

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Jason Momoa, Will Ferrell to star in Paramount comedy

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:35 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 6 (ANI): The 'Aquaman' is all set to unite with 'Anchorman'.

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Discourteous Jet Airways staff 'least bothered', says harassed passenger

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Ground staff of Jet Airways here are in the dock for allaegdly harassing the mother of former Supreme Court advocate Kawaljit Singh Bhatia, Savita Bhatia.

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Experts rubbish Geelani's remark on army run schools

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:18 IST

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): Separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani's comment that educational institutes run by the army are making students indifferent towards their own religion and culture was rubbished by a defence analyst on Saturday.

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Justice Seth will remain an inspiration for women: President

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday condoled the passing away of Justice Leila Seth, the first woman Judge of Delhi High Court and first woman Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court.

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Manipur: Magnitude 4.7 earthquake hits Myanmar-India region

Updated: May 06, 2017 22:15 IST

Imphal (Manipur) [India], May 6 (ANI): A 4.7 -magnitude earthquake occurred in the Myanmar-India (Manipur) region today.

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Assam: 75 stray dogs to be sold for meat rescued

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:39 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 6 (ANI): The Assam Police on Saturday rescued as many as 75 drugged stray dogs in Samaguri area here.

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State cricket associations in favour of India playing Champions Trophy

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:39 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 6 (ANI): Ahead of the BCCI's special general meeting (SGM), the state cricket associations met the Committee of Administrators (COA) and were made aware of the consequences of pulling out of the Members Participation Agreement (MPA) and the Champions Trophy.

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Jaitley, Pak counterpart lock horns over China's 'One Belt, One Road' proposal

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:19 IST

Yokohama [Japan], May 6 (ANI): Indian Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and his Pakistan counterpart Ishaq Dar exchanged cold vibes over China's 'One Belt, One Road'(OBOR) proposal during a round table discussion on Asia's economic outlook organized by the Asian Development Bank.

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Kapil Mishra axed from Kejriwal's Cabinet

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Kapil Mishra, who was the tourism and water minister in the Delhi Cabinet, was removed from his post by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday.

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Centre for Foreign Trade Policy's early review owing to GST

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the revised Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) would be released early to synchronise the same with roll out of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill.

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Samsung launches Smart Healthcare initiative in Telangana

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Samsung India on Saturday introduced its Smart Healthcare programme that provides affordable and quality healthcare to patients from the economically and socially weaker sections of society at Osmania General Hospital in Hyderabad.

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Baramulla hosts Mega Kisaan Mela

Updated: May 06, 2017 21:15 IST

Baramulla (J-K) [India], May 6 (ANI): The 29 Rashtriya Rifles Camp, Hyderbeigh, Pattan, in collaboration with Department of Agriculture, District Baramulla on Saturday organised Mega Kisaan Mela cum Exhibition at Agriculture Extension office, Wagoora, Baramulla. The event was organised to facilitate farmers with latest technologies to increase their annual yield.

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EU MEPs warn OBOR could lead to Chinese domination of Europe

Updated: May 06, 2017 20:59 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 6 (ANI): Members of the European Parliament (MEP) participating in a conference on 'European Union and OBOR', in Brussels, Belgium, have warned that China's flagship 'One Belt One Road' (OBOR) project and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) could eventually lead to a Chinese domination of Europe.

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Champions Trophy: India team to be selected on May 8

Updated: May 06, 2017 20:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): With the Special General Meeting (SGM) slated to take place on Sunday, the India team for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy will be picked on Monday (May 8), putting an end to the various speculations surrounding India's participation in the event scheduled to be held in England and Wales from June 1.

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Bengaluru woman shoots husband over argument in moving car

Updated: May 06, 2017 20:01 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 6 (ANI): In a startling incident, a woman opened fire on her husband in a moving car here on Friday.

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Bihar police must give report on Lalu- Shahabuddin meeting: Modi

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:57 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Kumar Modi today sought a report from the Director General of Police (DGP) P.K. Thakur and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the purported conversation between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and jailed don Mohammad Shahabuddin.

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Centre has evidence of ISI funding Kashmiri separatist leaders: Ram Madhav

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:52 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary Ram Madhav on Saturday said there exists record record of evidence of separatist leaders in the Kashmir getting funds from Pakistan's intelligence agency, the ISI, to create unrest in the Valley.

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Here's how you can help stop climate change

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 6 (ANI): Are you ready to personally help stop climate change? Turns out, all you have to do is believe that you can!

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Rishi Kapoor, Big B to reunite for a new film

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): After working in movies like 'Kabhie Kabhie' and 'Amar Akbar Anthony,' veteran actor Rishi Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan will finally be reuniting for a new project.

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Leader in fight against leprosy bags WHO gold medal

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman of The Nippon Foundation, has been conferred with the World Health Organisation's gold medal at the Global Partners Meeting on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), held in Geneva.

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Nine arrested in connection with Sukma attack

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:18 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 6 (ANI): The security forces have arrested nine persons from Chintagufa Chintalnar area of Chhattisgarh's Sukma district in connection with the Burkapal attack.

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Akshay Kumar beats the heat with Sonam, R Balki

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Working in the scorching heat can be hard and we are not the only one having problems with it.

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India thrash Kiwis to clinch Bronze in Azlan Shah Cup

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:17 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], 6 May (ANI): After suffering defeat from Malaysia, a spirited India bounced back and beat New Zealand 4-0 to end their campaign at the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Tournament 2017 with a Bronze Medal here on Saturday.

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Chris Pine, Michelle Williams to star in 'All the Old Knives'

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:16 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 6 (ANI): Chris Pine and Oscar nominated actress Michelle Williams are in negotiations to star in 'All the Old Knives'.

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PM, Vice-President Ansari condole Justice Seth's demise

Updated: May 06, 2017 19:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice-President M. Hamid Ansari on Saturday condoled the passing away of Justice Leila Seth.

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PTI leader accuses Sharif's daughter of 'misuse of authority'

Updated: May 06, 2017 18:47 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 6 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader Andleeb Abbas has questioned the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) over what she claims is "misuse of authority and the abuse of taxpayer's money" by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz.

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J-K: HuM module busted in Shopian

Updated: May 06, 2017 18:47 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): The Indian Army's 62 Rashtriya Rifles unit and police authorities busted the module of the militant organisation Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) here on Saturday.

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Premium menswear brand Selected Homme launches its first store in Mumbai

Updated: May 06, 2017 18:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI-NewsVoir): Selected Homme, the fashion-forward Scandinavian brand on Saturday launched its standalone store at Palladium. The premium menswear brand was introduced to a power packed audience that consisted of eager consumers and media by Bollywood's ever stylish father - son duo, Anil Kapoor and Harshvardhan Kapoor.

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Muslim League removes women wing president for praising BJP

Updated: May 06, 2017 18:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) on Saturday sacked Khamarunnisa Anwar, president of its women wing.

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YRF's Angira Dhar to make B-Town debut with 'Love Per Square Foot'

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Angira Dhar, who is remembered for her web series 'Bang Baaja Baaraat,' is set to make her film debut with RSVP's 'Love Per Square Foot.'

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Abuse during pregnancy ups mother's death risk

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 6 (ANI): A study has found that the women who are abused by their partners during their pregnancy are twice as likely to die from assault-related trauma than an accident-related trauma.

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Jitendra Singh to Geelani: Tell us why your children are not 'freedom fighters'

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:51 IST

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir)[India], May 6 (ANI): Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Jitendra Singh today urge the youth of Kashmir to ask separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani why his children were not part of the so-called freed

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BJP to Nitish: Come clean on Lalu through "Agni Pariksha'

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:46 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 6 (ANI): President of the Bihar unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Kumar Modi on Saturday asked Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to initiate an investigation against coalition partner Lalu Prasad Yadav.

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Sukma attack: CRPF's PK Misra surrenders

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel Pankaj Misra, who deserted the force after ranting against Home Minister Rajnath Singh in a Facebook video following the recent Sukma naxalite attack, surrendered before the CRPF Additional Director Deneral (ADGP) in Delhi on Saturday.

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BJP government Tripura's only hope: Shah

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:46 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party president Amit Shah on Saturday said the nex government in the state of Tripura would be that of the BJP.

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PeeCee graces Angeleno mag's cover

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): After conquering the Hollywood industry, global star Priyanka Chopra seems to be unstoppable as she has landed yet another magazine cover.

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J Law's next to have 'Hard R' rating?

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:42 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 6 (ANI): It seems like Jennifer Lawrence is taking a leap from the fantasy world to the real world.

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Wipro files complaint over threatening letter from unknown source

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:18 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 6 (ANI): IT Major Wipro on Saturday registered a complaint with law enforcement authorities in Bengaluru after receiving a threatening e-mail from an anonymous sender on Friday.

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Justice Leila Seth, first woman judge of Delhi HC dies

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:18 IST

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 6 (ANI): Justice (retired) Leila Seth, first woman judge of the Delhi High Court passed away at her Noida residence on Saturday.

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Pak blames India for isolation from SAARC satellite project

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:18 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 6 (ANI): Pakistan has said that India's unwillingness to allow other South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries to participate in the development of a SAARC satellite made Islamabad stay out of the project.

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US to send small team for Bonn Climate talks

Updated: May 06, 2017 17:18 IST

Washington [U.S.], May 6 (ANI): The Trump administration has decided to send a 'much smaller' representative team to the United Nations Climate Change Summit talks to be held in Bonn, Germany, this year.

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Kerala Govt. issues order to reinstate Senkumar as DGP

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:56 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 6 (ANI): The Kerala Government on Saturday issued an order to reinstate T. P. Senkumar as the Director General of Police (DGP).

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Andhra Pradesh follows Centre, bans blue beacon

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:55 IST

Andhra Pradesh [India], May 6 (ANI): In a bid to end the VIP culture in the state, the Andhra Pradesh Government on Saturday banned the use of blue beacon and hooters on cars belonging to dignitaries.

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Two killed, six injured in SAIL's ISCO fire accident

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:50 IST

Burnpur (West Bengal) [India], May 6 (ANI): Two contract labourers were killed and six others seriously injured when molten iron accidentally fell on them at the Burnpur IISCO Steel Plant in West Bengal's Burdwan district on Saturday.

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Chhattisgarh official suspended for indiscipline

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:39 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 6 (ANI): Raipur Central Jail deputy jailer Varsha Dongre was on Saturday suspended for indiscipline.

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New 'Dunkirk' trailer shows the horror of a war

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Christopher Nolan fans, rejoice! The new trailer for his highly anticipated World War II epic 'Dunkirk' has been released and it will surely give fans all the chills.

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Irrfan Khan named brand ambassador of Treebo's brand campaign

Updated: May 06, 2017 16:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Bangalore-based hotel chain Treebo Hotels on Saturday roped in Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan as the brand ambassador for its first 360- degree brand campaign.

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Army either 'good samaritan' or 'whipping boy': Cong. on Geelani's remark

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): After Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Geelani warned parents against sending children to Army-run schools in the Valley, the Congress on Saturday said the Army became a good samaritan when they needed help and their 'favorite whipping boy' when it came to politics.

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AAP says is renewing its policies for Delhi

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Having fallen short on people's mandate in the case of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) polls, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday organised a meeting where Delhi Labour Minister Gopal Rai asserted that AAP is renewing its policies for the state and party.

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Delhi gas leak: Nadda forms committee of doctors

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Friday formed a five-member committee of AIIMS doctors to deal with Delhi's Tughlaqabad gas leak incident.

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Lalu-Mafia tape: 'Saddening day of democracy' in Bihar, says BJP

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:41 IST

Patna/ New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): After an English news channel played a recorded conversation into the working relationship between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and criminal-turned-politician Mohammad Shahabuddin, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday described it as a 'saddening day of democracy' in Bihar.

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Geelani's statement speaks of hypocrisy: BJP

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:31 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): After Hurriyat Conference Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani's commented that educational institutes which are run by the Army are making students indifferent towards their own religion and specific culture, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sambit Patra on Saturday asserted that Geelani's statement spoke of hypocrisy, which has been exposed today.

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ANI journalist bags Indywood 'Youngest Achiever' Award for film journalism

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Sonam Kochar, a film journalist at Asian News International (ANI), has won the Indywood Media Excellence Award for 'Youngest Achiever on the Digital Platform.'

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Justice finally prevailed: PeeCee on Nirbhaya case verdict

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): The whole nation applauded Supreme Court's verdict in Nirbhaya's gang rape case and just like everyone, Priyanka Chopra is also happy with the verdict.

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IndiGo flight collides with aerobridge, no injury reported

Updated: May 06, 2017 15:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): A major accident was averted when an IndiGo flight on Saturday morning came in contact with an aerobridge, while being marshalled to the parking spot at Jaipur Airport.

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Whole world is a playground for me: A.R. Rahman

Updated: May 06, 2017 14:40 IST

Noida (UP) [India], May 6 (ANI): While William Shakespeare considers that 'all the world's a stage,' for Oscar winning composer A.R. Rahman, the whole world is a 'playground' where he plays his music to touch every soul.

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Odisha: CM Naveen Patnaik to chair cabinet reshuffle tomorrow

Updated: May 06, 2017 14:28 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 6 (ANI): In a major revamp, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik is likely to reshuffle his cabinet tomorrow.

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BJP demands AAP's audit on foreign funding

Updated: May 06, 2017 14:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Delhi chief Manoj Tiwari on Saturday said the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government should bring out the details of the quantum of funds it had received from foreign funding.

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Bihar: Two children dead after faulty vaccination

Updated: May 06, 2017 14:07 IST

Muzaffarpur (Bihar) [India], May 6 (ANI): At least two children died and six others fell ill after they were injected with a wrong vaccine at a hospital in Muzaffarpur's Patori village.

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Focus has not changed: J-K Dy. CM

Updated: May 06, 2017 13:34 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): Speaking on the existing situation in the valley, Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Saturday asserted that their focus towards the state had not changed, while assuring to bring growth and development soon.

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Delhi gas leak: Sisodia, Nadda assure proper care to victims

Updated: May 06, 2017 13:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Hours after the students of a school in in Delhi's Tughlaqabad area were admitted to four different hospitals following a gas leakage from a container truck, Delhi Education and Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia stated that the District Magistrate was ordered to investigate into matter, while assuring that the students were safe.

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From Aryabhatta to Sans Frontier Satellite: It happens only in India

Updated: May 06, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): As the 'sans frontier' geosynchronous satellite launch vehicle ( GSLV-09) takes off from India's lone spaceport Sriharikota, ISRO's space might is pretty evident.

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PM Modi 'only hope' for resolution of Kashmir dispute: Mehbooba

Updated: May 06, 2017 13:02 IST

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the only hope to address the 70-year-old Kashmir issue once and for all.

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If not bothered with Mughal atrocities, don't cling to Babri: Swamy

Updated: May 06, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Reiterating his stand on the Ram Mandir issue, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Saturday asserted that the Muslims should not cling on to the Babri Masjid issue, when they have 'nothing to do' with the Mughal atrocities and the Saudis demolishing masjids.

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Gas leakage in Tughlaqabad: Over 170 students hospitalized

Updated: May 06, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): As many as 173 students and nine teachers on Saturday were admitted to four hospitals after a gas leaked from a container truck parked near a school in Delhi's Tughlaqabad area.

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Border tension reduces as Pakistan-Afghanistan call ceasefire

Updated: May 06, 2017 12:16 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan] May 6 (ANI): After a cross-border fire in the Chaman area that killed nine Pakistanis and injured 40 on Thursday, senior Pakistani and Afghan military officials have reached a consensus to defuse border tension.

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Syria engulfed in turmoil as safe-zones take effect

Updated: May 06, 2017 11:36 IST

Washington [U.S.A.] May 6 (ANI): Soon after the Russian-led lead to establish safe zones took effect, the Syrian Government forces and rebels clashed in Hama, reported a monitor and a rebel official.

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Former SC advocate's mother alleges harassment by Jet Airways

Updated: May 06, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): A former advocate at the Supreme Court, Kawaljit Singh Bhatia, in a Facebook post has alleged that his mother was harassed by Jet Airways officials at the Delhi International Airport on May 3, causing her to have a blackout and an injury in the process.

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'Casino Royale' star Daliah Lavi passes away at 74

Updated: May 06, 2017 10:53 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 6 (ANI): 'Casino Royale' star Daliah Lavi took her last breathe on Wednesday, at the age of 74.

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Pakistan's Triangle of Hate: Taliban, Army and India

Updated: May 06, 2017 10:43 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 6 (ANI): Asserting that the Pakistani society was still deeply divided over what the Taliban represented, Mohammad Hanif, a contributing op-ed writer to the New York Times, has recalled the relevance of the saying - "Most countries have an Army, but in Pakistan, it's the Army that has a country."

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Tamil Nadu: Govt. doctors' strike over PG admissions continues

Updated: May 06, 2017 10:23 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 6 (ANI): The government doctors in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore on Saturday entered the 17th day of their strike through which they are demanding 50 percent reservations for them in admission to post-graduate medical courses in the state.

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Anyone can become anything: A. R. Rahman on turning director

Updated: May 06, 2017 09:34 IST

Noida (UP)[India], May 6 (ANI): Actors turning singers; directors turning composers; composers turning actors- this has been the latest trend in the film industry.

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A.R Rahman is experiencing deja vu with 'Le Musk'!

Updated: May 06, 2017 09:34 IST

Noida (UP)[India], May 6 (ANI): Looks like Music maestro A.R Rahman is having a deja vu!

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Kashmiri engineer bags `Cricket Photograph of the Year` award

Updated: May 06, 2017 09:34 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): A Srinagar based freelance photographer has done Kashmir proud, pocketing the prestigious 2016 Wisden-MCC (Melbourne Cricket Council) Cricket Photograph of the Year for a stunning image, which captured boys playing cricket in the outskirts of the city, clicked by him.

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J-K: 12-year-old intruder apprehended by Army near LoC

Updated: May 06, 2017 08:18 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 6 (ANI): A 12-year-old intruder from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) was apprehended by the Army near the Line of Control (LoC) yesterday late evening in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera sector of Rajouri district

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Johnson & Johnson asked to pay Virginia woman $ 110.5 million

Updated: May 06, 2017 07:00 IST

Washington [USA] May 6 (ANI): Multinational giant Johnson & Johnson's has been by directed by the St Louis jury to pay a Virginia woman USD 110.5 million as compensation.

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Politicos hail SC judgement in Nirbhaya case

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:19 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai [India] May 6 (ANI): The leaders of different political parties have hailed the Supreme Court decision to uphold the death sentence awarded to the rapists and murderers of Nirbhaya.

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Congress asks AAP to explain overseas funding

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Asserting that irregularities have cropped in the past as well in connection with foreign funding of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Congress Party on Saturday urged the Arvind Kejriwal-led outfit to come out clean in the regard.

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UP no more cares about Yadav family drama: BJP

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India] May 6 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday downplayed the reports of Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Shivpal Yadav floating a new party and asserted that the never ending dispute in the Yadav family shows that their political ideology has stooped to a new low.

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AAP cries foul over MHA notice, BJP accuses it of tampering fund figures

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday cried foul over the Union Home Ministry issuing a notice to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal-led party asking it to provide information on overseas funding it has received.

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Intel agencies will ensure anti-India channels aren't aired in Kashmir: BJP

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:07 IST

Bangalore [India] May 6 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday said that the intelligence agencies will ensure that the anti-India channels won't be aired in Kashmir Valley.

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Cong demands Centre to stop telecast of banned Pak, Saudi channels in J-K

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI): Retorting to the reports of banned Pakistani and Saudi Arabia TV channels being illegally aired in Kashmiri homes and indulging in anti-India propaganda, the Congress Party on Saturday urged the Centre to take cognizance of the situation and stop the telecast of such provocative content.

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U.S. State Department proposes 'extreme vetting' measures for visa applicants

Updated: May 06, 2017 06:02 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 6: The U.S. State Department has put forward new proposals "extreme vetting" of certain visa applicants, including requesting social media handle.

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Sharif assures Army Chief to allay concerns on Dawn Leaks

Updated: May 06, 2017 05:51 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 6 (ANI): Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has assured Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa that the military's reservations over the Dawn Leaks notification would be addressed.

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Emmanuel Macron's campaign emails leaked a day before election

Updated: May 06, 2017 05:16 IST

Berlin [Germany], May 6 (ANI): French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron's campaign claimed to be victim of a "massive and coordinated" hacking attack after a trove of emails appearing to be from his campaign reportedly leaked online a day before Sunday's final run-off.

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Lanzini's strike leaves Tottenham's PL title dream in tatters

Updated: May 06, 2017 04:59 IST

London [UK], May 6 (ANI): Manuel Lanzini scored a second half goal as West Ham battled to a shocking 1-0 win over second-placed Tottenham at the London Stadium on Friday, thereby strengthening Chelsea's grip on the Premier League title.

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Pak SC finalises members of Panama case probing team

Updated: May 06, 2017 04:50 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 6: The Pakistan Supreme Court bench, overseeing the implementation of the Panamagate verdict, has finalised the six members of a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) that is to probe Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his family's business dealings abroad.

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JD (U) concerned, Congress carefree on SP split

Updated: May 06, 2017 04:10 IST

New Delhi [India] May 6 (ANI): The Janata Dal (United) on Saturday expressed concern over the reports of a split in the Samajwadi Party (SP) but the Congress Party seemed carefree on the development, which is going to change the political equations in Uttar Pradesh (UP).

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De-escalation agreement in Syria comes into force

Updated: May 06, 2017 03:58 IST

Moscow [Russia] May 6 (ANI): The agreement to create de-escalation zones in Syria came into force today.

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Trump's second nominee for Army Secretary withdraws nomination

Updated: May 06, 2017 03:44 IST

New York [USA], May 6 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump's second nominee for the post of Army Secretary Mark Green has withdrawn his name from consideration following a backlash over his past controversial statements on LGBT issues and Islam.

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Hekmatyar should be held accountable for war crimes: HRW

Updated: May 06, 2017 02:46 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 6 (ANI): The Human Rights Watch (HRW) has said Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, infamous as the 'butcher of Kabul', should be held accountable for his crimes during the Afghan civil war.

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Russia blocks China's social media app WeChat

Updated: May 06, 2017 02:23 IST

Beijing [China], May 6 (ANI): Russian telecom watchdog Roskomnadzor has listed China's social media app WeChat on the register of prohibited websites.

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Premier League punishes Man City with academy transfer ban

Updated: May 06, 2017 02:06 IST

Manchester [UK], May 6 (ANI): Manchester City have been fined 300,000 pounds and banned from signing academy players for two years after breaching Premier League transfer rules.

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Trump signs USD one trillion spending bill to avoid shutdown

Updated: May 06, 2017 01:51 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 06 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a USD one trillion spending bill to fund the government through the end of September.

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Aravinda de Silva steps down as SLC chairman

Updated: May 06, 2017 01:29 IST

Colombo [Sri Lanka], May 6 (ANI): Former Sri Lanka skipper Aravinda de Silva has stepped down as chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) cricket committee for personal reasons.

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McCullum ruled out IPL 2017 with hamstring strain

Updated: May 06, 2017 01:08 IST

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], May 6 (ANI): Former New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum, who plays for Gujarat Lions in the Indian Premier League (IPL , will miss the last three matches of his team of the tournament after suffering a left hamstring strain against Delhi Daredevils on Thursday.

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Djokovic part ways with his entire coaching team

Updated: May 06, 2017 00:51 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 6 (ANI): World number two Novak Djokovic has parted ways with his entire training team, including Marian Vajda, who has been with him through almost all his career.

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IPL 2017: Sandeep, Axar lift Punjab's playoffs chances

Updated: May 06, 2017 00:24 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 6 (ANI): Brilliant bowling performances from Axar Patel and Sandeep Sharma helped Kings XI Punjab crush Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 19 runs in a low scoring IPL encounter here at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday.

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ADW '17 Season 4 begins in a grand way

Updated: May 05, 2017 23:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Witnessing an amalgamation of national and international designers, the Asian Designer Week (ADW) Summer Edition Season Four on Friday kick-started with a magnificent affair held at the Talkatora Stadium.

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FIFA lifts international ban on Messi

Updated: May 05, 2017 23:18 IST

Zurich [Germany], May 5 (ANI): In a major boost to Argentina ahead of the 2018 football world cup, the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) on Friday lifted Lionel Messi's four-game international ban.

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Diljit Dosanjh to kick-start IIFA rocks in New York

Updated: May 05, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI) Here's a treat for music lovers! Multitalented Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh will kick start International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Rocks with his spectacular performance in New York.

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Malaysia beat India 1-0 in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Updated: May 05, 2017 22:58 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 5 (ANI): It was a day of upset for the visitors as Malaysia walked away with a 1-0 win against India here at the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Tournament 2017 on Friday.

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RBI announces rate of interest on Floating Rate Bonds, 2024

Updated: May 05, 2017 22:44 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 5 (ANI): The rate of interest on the Floating Rate Bonds, 2024 (FRB 2024) applicable for the half year May 7 to November6 has been fixed at 6.30 percent per annum, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced on Friday.

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Navy Chief calls for expansion of operational footprint in Indian Ocean

Updated: May 05, 2017 22:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Indian Navy Admiral Sunil Lanba on Friday urged the naval commanders to expand the Navy's operational footprint so as to be a stabilising force in the Indian Ocean Region and emphasised the need for continued efforts towards modernization and indigenization of weapons.

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Gaikwad hails 'No-Fly' rule for unruly passengers

Updated: May 05, 2017 22:37 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra), May 5 (ANI): Shiv Sena MP Ravindra Gaikwad on Friday hailed the Central Government's announcement of new rules for a 'No-fly list' for unruly passengers which will include suspension for offences.

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B-Town celebs give thumbs up to SC on Nirbhaya verdict

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Most in Bollywood took to Twitter to give a thumbs up to the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the death sentence against the accused in the December 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case.

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US' State Dept. retweets and then deletes promotion of Ivanka Trump's book

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:55 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 5 (ANI): In what can be described as a major faux pas, the U.S State Department re-tweeted a tweet promoting Ivanka Trump's new book, "Women Who Work," and later deleted it.

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Young students emerge winners in L & T Technology Services Limited 'TECHgium' national competition

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:38 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 5 (ANI-Businesswire India):L & T Technology Services Limited (NSE: LTTS), a leading global pure-play Engineering R and D Services company

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GSAT-9 launch will promote friendship between India, neighbours: President

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on the successful launch of the South Asia satellite-GSAT-9.

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Telangana CM congratulates ISRO for successful GSAT 9 launch

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:26 IST

Hyderabad [Telangana], May 5 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Friday hailed the successful launch of GSAT 9 by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

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Nirbhaya case: Courtroom scenario, first sombre, then applause

Updated: May 05, 2017 21:26 IST

New Delhi[India], May 5 (ANI): Following the Supreme Court's verdict in the brutal Nirbhaya gang rape case, the nation is rejoicing over the fact that justice has finally been delivered.

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Kerala CM clears file to reinstate T. P. Senkumar

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:49 IST

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], May 5 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday cleared the file to reinstate T. P. Senkumar as state Director General of Police (DGP).

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Nirbhaya case: Public prosecutor Nikam expresses apprehension over SC order being challenged

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:49 IST

Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) [India], May 5 (ANI): Welcoming the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the death penalty of four convicts involved in the Nirbhaya gang rape case, Maharashtra's public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam on Friday, however, expressed his apprehensions about top court's order being challenged.

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Lucasfilm "started over" Episode IX after Carrie Fisher's death, says Kathleen Kennedy

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:33 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 5 (ANI): The news of Carrie Fisher's death shook everybody and now Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy has admitted that Fisher's passing left the company needing to rethink their plans for 'Star Wars: Episode IX'.

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SC took decision after considering all facts: Ex-AGI on Nirbhaya verdict

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:33 IST

New Delhi/Siliguri[India], May 5 (ANI): Former Attorney General of India Soli Sorabjee on Friday welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict in the Nirbhaya gangrape case and said the apex court has taken the decision based on several facts.

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Indian auto components industry to make its presence felt in Dubai

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI-Businesswire India):Around 100 Indian companies will exhibit at Automechanika Dubai 2017, the largest international automotive aftermarket trade show in the Middle East, scheduled to be held from May 7-9, 2017 in Dubai.

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Commoners welcome SC verdict against Nirbhaya case accused

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The whole country on Friday hailed the Supreme Court verdict in the Nirbhaya gang rape case.

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MoUs worth Rs 2 lakh crore signed at IITLS Summit 2017

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Thirty-four memorandum of understanding (MoU) MoUs amounting to about Rs 2 lakh crores were signed in the three day India Integrated Transport and Logistics Summit that was concluded in New Delhi today.

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Leading a life of dignity, equality is right of every girl: Sonia Gandhi

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Congress party president on Friday Sonia Gandhi welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict to uphold the death sentence of the four convicts involved in the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang-raoe and murder case.

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Navrasa Duende launches 'The Pocket Punch Brotherhood' - forum to promote newspaper cartoons

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): While today's generation grows up on a diet of memes and cartoons on social media that often satirize current events, the satire & humour that newspaper editorial cartoons can create on political and social establishments is incomparable.

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Urban Ladder launches first exclusive sofa lounge

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:08 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 5 (ANI-Businesswire India): Urban Ladder, a leading consumer brand in the home furnishing space, today launched another unique offline store format. Exclusively designed for Sofas, Urban Ladder's first sofa lounge is located in HSR Layout, Bangalore, the heart of the city's largest new home belt. Redefining the sofa buying process, the 600 sq. ft. store has been innovatively designed to showcase 60% of Urban Ladder's highest selling category. The store is supported with a strong digital interface providing customers a cumulative Urban Ladder experience.

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Indian warships arrive at Alexandria port

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:08 IST

Alexandria [Egypt], May 5 (ANI) :Two Indian warships, INS Mumbai and INS Aditya, arrived at Egypt's Mediterranean port city of Alexandria on Friday for a three-day visit.

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Maharashtra ministers Asia-Pacific junket-highly objectionable, says Congress

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 5 (ANI): The Congress on Friday described the 14 day study tour to Australia, Singapore and New Zealand by the team of Maharashtra ministers highly objectionable and insensitive.

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Pakistan summons Afghan Charge d' Affairs over border firing

Updated: May 05, 2017 20:01 IST

Chaman [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): Pakistan on Friday summoned the Afghanistan Embassy's Charge d' Affairs to lodge a strong protest over the unprovoked firing by Afghan forces in the Chaman area, which it said has resulted in the martyrdom of several Pakistani citizens and injuring many, including women and children.

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Tripura sold child rescued, handed over to mother

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:54 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 5 (ANI): The Child Line team members along with state administration and police rescued the sold child and handed over to his biological mother.

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Nirbhaya's mother demands fast track courts, hanging of juvenile convicts

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Expressing her lament over the Supreme Court taking a substantive amount of time in upholding the death sentence of the four convicts involved in the gang rape and murder of her daughter almost five years ago, Asha Devi on Friday demanded creation of fast track courts and a law to hang juveniles in such crimes.

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'Blade Runner 2049' gets two new posters

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Warner Bros. has released two official posters of the highly anticipated sci-fi movie 'Blade Runner 2049' and, it looks like we are in for a fun ride.

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Nitish Kumar lauds Nirbhaya case verdict

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:31 IST

Patna/Lucknow (Bihar/Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): Lauding the Supreme Court's verdict in the Nirbhaya gang rape case, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday said that though justice was delayed but the decision was good.

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ISI agent Aftab Ali sent to nine-day ATS remand

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:31 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): A Lucknow Court on Friday sent ISI agent Aftab Ali on nine-day remand to Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).

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Politicos feel justice delivered in Nirbhaya case

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Several politicians took to Twitter on Friday to welcome the Supreme Court's decision to sentence convicts involved in the Nirbhaya rape case to death.

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SAARC leaders hail launch of South Asian satellite

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:31 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI) : Leaders of various South Asian countries with the exception of Pakistan welcomed the successful launch of Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F09) on Friday, and, agreed with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that regional cooperation stood to be enhanced through such endeavours.

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Woody Allen to perform at Royal Albert Hall

Updated: May 05, 2017 19:31 IST

London [UK], May 5 (ANI): Woody Allen and his New Orleans jazz band will perform a one-off show at the Royal Albert Hall on July 2.

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US Bill on port controls amounts to declaration of war: Russia

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:53 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 5 (ANI): Expressing grave concern over the passage of controversial bill by the US House of Representatives, a Russian Senator said Friday that America's attempt to control the far east ports would amount to a declaration of war.

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Tripura Govt. denies reports of child being sold by mother

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:53 IST

Agartala (Tripura)[India], May 5 (ANI): As the news of a tribal mother selling her son for mere Rs. 200 in remote Gandacherra subdivision of Tripura hit the headlines of national and international media, the state government is trying to hush up the entire episode saying that no such incident took place and it is just a propaganda to defame the Communist government.

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Mandira Bedi launches healthcare products at Herbal Science Summit

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 5, (ANI): A leading wellness and healthcare company in Sri Lanka, Russia and the UAE has launched its products in India at The Herbal Science Summit 2017 in the National capital.

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FICCI fully supportive of Centre's move to act against NPAs

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chamabers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has said that it fully supports the steps taken by the government and the Reserve Bank of India to address the issue of rising NPAs which have plagued the banking sector.

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Fatima Sana Sheikh joins Yash Raj's 'Thugs of Hindostan'

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:33 IST

Mumbai [India], May 5 (ANI): After an impressive debut with 'Dangal,' Fatima Sana Sheikh has joined the star-studded cast of Yash Raj Films' upcoming project 'Thugs of Hindostan'.

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GSAT-9 launch a 'path breaking' step: Space strategist

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:24 IST

Pune/New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launched the South Asia satellite, space strategist on Friday hailed it as a path breaking and incredible step, while saying that it would invite all the neighbour countries on the same grid.

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SC terms 'brutal' rape, murder of Nirbhaya as 'rarest of rare cases'

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Terming it as a rarest of the rare cases, the Supreme Court on Friday said the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case was a crime that was brutal, barbaric and diabolic in nature.

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Finvasia nominated for Benzinga Global Fintech Awards

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:21 IST

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], May 5 (ANI-Businesswire India):The finalists for 2017 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards have been announced and Finvasia has been nominated as a finalist for this premier award event.

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Empowering RBI to act against NPAs decisive: SBI chairman

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): State Bank of India Chairman Arundhati Bhattacharya on Friday said the country and its banking system need to move quickly and decisively to take benefits from enabling provisions.

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Agartala gearing up to welcome Amit Shah

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:13 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 5 (ANI): Agartala is gearing up to welcome Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah who will be visiting Left Front-ruled state on May 6.

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Akhilesh Yadav bats for secular politics

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:13 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): Hours after senior Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Singh Yadav announced the formation of the 'Samajwadi Secular Morcha', former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav on Friday pitched for a secular brand politics.

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'Historic' GSAT-9 launch opens up new horizons of engagement: PM

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Terming the successful launch of South Asian Satellite as 'historic', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said it opens up new horizons of engagement.

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Congress to Centre: Explain delay over women protection policy

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Flagging the latest statistics on crime against women, where national capital, New Delhi is ranked first, Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Friday accused the Centre for not putting in place an effective policy to reduce crime against women.

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7th Junior Women's Hockey C'ship: Uttar Pradesh thrash Mumbai 7-1

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:00 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Hockey produced a superlative performance as they thrashed The Mumbai Hockey Association Ltd 7-1 in Pool A clash at the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' Division here on Friday.

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Childhood abuse linked to non-suicidal self-injury in adolescents: Study

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:00 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): Children, especially girls, who are physically or sexually abused are more likely to be engaged in non-suicidal self-injuries in their teenage years, reveals a study.

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Govt. empowerment of RBI to deal with stressed assets was necessary: Jaitley

Updated: May 05, 2017 18:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday said that it was necessary to empower the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in relation to specific stressed assets, since it was doubtful that whether the language of Section 35 A of the Banking Regulations Act covered the respective empowerments.

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Threats won't work: AIFF to Aizawl FC

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): After Aizawl FC club president Robert Royte had intimidated that they will go on 'world-wide protests' or fast unto death if they are relegated to the second division, All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel on Friday said that threats will not be entertained in a sporting federation.

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Nepal parliament defers impeachment motion against CJ Karki

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:37 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 5 (ANI): A parliamentary meeting which was scheduled to hold a discussion over an impeachment motion against the Chief Justice Shusila Karki was deffered on Thursday as the opposition obstructed deliberations.

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Impeachment motion against Nepal Chief Justice tabled

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:35 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 5 (ANI): The impeachment motion against Nepal's first female Chief Justice, Sushila Karki, was tabled in parliament today.

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Akshaye Khanna looks intense in new 'MOM' poster

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Sridevi who is all set to star in thriller drama 'MOM' revealed a new poster of the film which has Akshaye Khanna on it.

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Forest Service has onus to arrest climate change: President

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:31 IST

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the Indian Forest Service (IFS) does not only have the responsibility of serving the sector of forestry in the country, but a much larger onus of arresting climate change apart from preservation of bio-diversity and enhancement of forest cover and encouraging forest based livelihood.

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SC order on Nirbhaya case will have demonstrative effect on society: Delhi Police

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): After the Supreme Court upheld death sentence of four convicts involved in the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case, Delhi Police claimed on Friday that this judgment would have a demonstrative effect on society.

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China, Japan and South Korea vow to resist protectionism

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:30 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 5 (ANI): Finance ministers of Japan, China and South Korea have vowed to fight against "all forms of protectionism" in a trilateral meet on Friday, against the protectionist policies advocated by U.S. President Donald Trump.

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ISRO launches GSAT-9 South Asia satellite

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:10 IST

Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): The South Asia Satellite was on Friday launched by the Indian Space Research organization (ISRO).

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OKWU launches smart+er phone in India

Updated: May 05, 2017 17:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Dynamic and customer focused mobility start-up OKWU on Friday launched its latest smartphone Omicron.

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UN accuses Saudi Arabia of using terror law for violating free speech

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:59 IST

London [U.N.], May 5 (ANI): United Nations Special Rapporteur on Counter Terrorism and Human Rights Ben Emmerson has accused Saudi Arabia for suppressing free expression and failing to carry out independent inquiries into its Yemen bombing campaign.

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Northeast people pore out their hearts and say 'Thank You'

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:53 IST

New Delhi, May 5 (ANI): Over the years, India's northeast region has been into limelight for many reasons, be it socially, culturally and politically aspects.

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President pays homage to Giani Zail Singh on his birth anniversary

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday paid homage to Giani Zail Singh, former President of India on the occasion of his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.

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Justice was delayed but not denied: Nirbhaya's father

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Supreme Court on Friday awarded death sentence to four Nirbhaya case convicts, her parents welcomed the verdict saying that they are very happy that the judiciary understood the pain of their daughter, adding that justice was delayed but not denied.

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Kerala Law Minister says govt. will work according to SC's spirit

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Kerala Law Minister A. K. Balan on Friday said the government will work according to the Supreme Court's spirit in connection with the contempt notice to state Chief Secretary for not reinstating T.P. Senkumar as state Director General of Police (DGP).

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Nirbhaya verdict is a reminder to sexual predators: Congress

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Supreme Court upheld its earlier verdict upholding the death sentence of four convicts in the Nirbhaya gang rape case, the Congress Party on Friday hoped the order would serve as a reminder to "sexual predators" before even thinking of committing such heinous crimes.

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Centre hails SC verdict, says Nirbhaya will rest in peace now

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Supreme Court upheld the earlier order of the death sentence to the four convicts in the brutal Nirbhaya gangrape case, Union Minister Ravishankar Prasad on Friday hailed the verdict, while saying that it was a big day for the Indian judiciary system.

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Over 300 kids were auditioned for Sachin Tendulkar's biopic

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): With just a few weeks left in the release of 'Sachin: A billion Dreams,' a biopic on the life of great Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and the makers left no chance to make everything look realistic.

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CPI(M) hails Nirbhaya verdict, but frowns over selective justice

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Expressing dissent over the Supreme Court's verdict in the brutal Nirbhaya gangrape case, Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Brinda Karat on Friday said she is against the selective nature of judicial process.

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Shiv Sena hails SC's 'landmark' judgement on Nirbhaya case

Updated: May 05, 2017 16:01 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 5 (ANI): After the Supreme Court upheld the earlier order of the death sentence to the four convicts in the brutal Nirbhaya gangrape case, the Shiv Sena on Friday called it a 'landmark' judgement, adding that such ruling will deter others from committing such heinous crimes.

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Vogue India faces backlash for featuring Kendall Jenner on 10th anniversary cover

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): "Trouble is her only friend, and it's back again."

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Father of Nirbhaya's friend expresses content, hails SC's verdict

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:53 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 5 (ANI): With the Supreme Court upholding its earlier order of death sentence to four convicts in the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case today, father of Nirbhaya's friend (who was there in the bus) Bhanu Pandey gave a sigh of relief saying his son, Abhishek, seems content with the decision as it will warn others before committing such crimes.

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Niki Lauda admits Ferrari `clearly ahead` of Mercedes

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:53 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 5 (ANI): Mercedes' non-executive chairman Niki Lauda has called on his side to make "two steps forward" if they want to catch up with Ferrari in the upcoming Barcelona Grand Prix.

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Unhappy with SC's verdict, convict lawyer to file review petition

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): After the Supreme Court on Friday upheld its earlier order of death sentence to four convicts in the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case, convict lawyer A.P. Singh claimed that he will file the review petition after reading the order.

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Nirbhaya verdict a 'tight slap' to rapists on the prowl: DCW Chief

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:41 IST

New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 5 (ANI): Moments after the Supreme Court upheld the earlier death sentence order to four convicts in the Nirbhaya gang rape case, Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chairperson Swati Maliwal has asserted that the verdict has emboldened all the women in the country.

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Nation rejoices as SC upholds death sentence in 'barbaric' Nirbhaya case

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Delivering justice after five long years of wait, the Supreme Court on Friday ,while upholding its earlier order of death sentence to four convicts in the December 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case, termed the brutal incident as 'barbaric'.

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Champions Trophy: Afridi confident of Pak bowlers firing against India

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:33 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi has called on his side's formidable bowling line-up to fire against their arch-rivals India in the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning July 1 in England and Wales.

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Salman Khan's bodyguard Shera to monitor Justin Bieber's security

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): For the security of Canadian megastar Justin Bieber on his maiden India concert, the most trusted aide of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, Shera will be monitoring the arrangements.

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Nirbhaya gangrape: Justice delayed but finally delivered, says Maneka

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Supreme Court upheld the earlier order of the death sentence to the four convicts in the brutal Nirbhaya gangrape case, Union Cabinet Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi expressed happiness saying that even though justice was delayed it has finally been delivered.

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Trump downplays spat with Turnbull, says everything is 'fantastic'

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:09 IST

New York [U.S.], May 5 (ANI): Calling the reports of a heated phone call discussion with Australian Prime Minister in January "a big exaggeration", President Donald Trump welcomed Malcolm Turnbull on Thursday, saying his relationship with him is "fantastic."

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First poster out: Saif Ali Khan looks intense in 'Bazaar'

Updated: May 05, 2017 15:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Based on the cocktail of city life and stock trading, Saif Ali Khan is back again to surprise everyone with his upcoming Bollywood flick 'Bazaar'.

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Baby on the way! Nikki Reed confirms pregnancy

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): It's official! Nikki Reed is pregnant with Ian Somerhalder's baby.

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Shopian anti-terror ops carried out successfully: CRPF

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:57 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 5 (ANI): Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), IG Ravideep Sahi on Friday stated that the massive search operation launched in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday was successfully carried out.

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NSDC plans to fast track its Center Accreditation, Affiliation process

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The National Skill Development Corporation India (NSDC) on Friday announced its decision to take on board additional private agencies for inspection of its Training Partners.

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Centre notifies new Banking Regulation Act

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Narendra Modi-led government on Friday notified the ordinance to amend the Banking Regulation Act, empowering the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and banks to initiate bankruptcy proceedings against chronic defaulters.

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MobiKwik's users earn upto Rs. 50 crore using supercash

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Indian mobile wallet major, MobiKwik today announced that the company has disbursed over Rs. 50 crore worth of Supercash in the months of March and April, 2017.

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In2IT Technologies, SAP organize HR Roundtable at Bhubaneswar

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): In2IT Technologies, the leading IT consulting and services company in association with SAP successfully organized and hosted HR Roundtable at Bhubaneswar with an aim to mobilize employees while promoting growth with HCM cloud applications.

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Justice for Nirbhaya: SC upholds death sentence to four convicts

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday upheld the earlier order of death sentence to four convicts in the December 16, 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case.

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China slams US hearing on Hong Kong affairs

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:24 IST

Beijing [China], May 5 (ANI): China has voiced its opposition to the U.S. Congressional hearing over the implementation of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong, saying the hearing constitutes a blatant interference in Beijing's internal affairs.

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`Liar` Shaharyar knows nothing about cricket: Miandad

Updated: May 05, 2017 14:14 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): Legendary cricketer and former cricket coach Javed Miandad issued a verbal volley against Shaharyar Khan after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman declared the former skipper a `flop` coach.

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J- K: Governor Vohra, PM Modi discuss security situation in Valley

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital on Friday for a discussion over the current security situation in the Valley.

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Etah bus tragedy: PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakhs

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Expressing his condolences over the loss of lives in Etah's Uttar Pradesh, where 14 people were killed in a road accident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakhs from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the victims' next of kin.

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Pulwama bank heist: Rs. 10 lakh bounty on wanted terrorist

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:37 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 5 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir police on Friday announced a bounty of Rs. 10 lakh on a wanted terrorist, in connection with the heists at two banks in Pulwama district.

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Kannada TV actress Rekha Sindhu killed in car accident

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:22 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 5 (ANI): Kannada television actress Rekha Sindhu was killed in a car accident on Friday near Natrampalli in TN Vellore District.

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Umar Amin vows to work harder to gain Pak selectors' attention

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:10 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): Pakistan left-hander batsman Umar Amin, who failed to make it to the national squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy despite some brilliant performances at the domestic level, has promised to keep working harder and work on his fitness to attract the selectors' attention.

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No-fly list: Unruly fliers can be banned upto 2 years

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Centre on Friday announced new rules for a 'No-fly list' for unruly passengers which will include suspension for offences.

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SP Split: Shivpal to float new party- 'Samajwadi Secular Morcha'

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:01 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): In a development confirming the split within the Samajwadi Party (SP), senior party leader Shivpal Singh Yadav on Friday announced the formation of a new party which will be named as 'Samajwadi Secular Morcha'.

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ICC Women's World Cup sees 10-fold rise in prize-money

Updated: May 05, 2017 13:01 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 5 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has increased the prize money for the Women's World Cup 2017 by 10 times to 2 million dollars and unveiled unprecedented broadcast plans for the tournament as part of its long term ambition to bring parity to the women's game.

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Pak Army forcing Baloch to give up freedom struggle

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:55 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 5 (ANI): While condemning the horrific killings of five Baloch, Baloch Republican Party spokesman Sher Mohammad Bugti on Friday said the Pakistan Army's atrocities are intended to force and terrify people to give up on their struggle for Baloch freedom.

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Nirbhaya case: BJP, Congress confident of SC delivering justice

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:55 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) /New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As the Supreme Court is set to deliver the much-awaited verdict in the December 16 Nirbhaya gang rape case, the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party expressed their full faith on the Supreme Court.

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Nirbhaya verdict: BJP bats for capital punishment

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): As India's highest court is about to pronounce its judgment on the horrific December 16 gang-rape case today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has backed the Supreme Court's previous decision of awarding capital punishment to the accused.

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KartRocket launches 'KartRocket Lite' to help SMBs grow online

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Leading e-commerce enabler KartRocket has announced the launch of its new service, KartRocket Lite, which is an easy and affordable plan designed primarily for the emerging e-commerce entrepreneurs to setup their online store in just Rs. 2000.

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Hillary Clinton to launch 'Anti-Trump' PAC

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:45 IST

New York [U.S.], May 5 (ANI): Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will soon launch a political organisation aimed at funding "resistance groups" that oppose Donald Trump's policies.

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Afghan forces fire at census team in Chaman

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:33 IST

Chaman [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): Three have been killed and 21 injured, as Afghan forces fired at Frontier Corps (FC) personnel detailed for the security of a census team, early Friday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.

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Will not let RSS spread its roots in Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:33 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India] May 5 (ANI): Following the formation of the Dharmanirpeksha (Secular) Sevak Sangh (DSS), a youth organisation to counter the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav on Friday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and RSS, who spread religious fanaticism, will be countered at every step.

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Mourinho not pleased with Man U despite Celta Vigo win

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:06 IST

London [U.K], May 5 (ANI): Despite Marcus Rashford firing Manchester United to a first-leg advantage against Celta Vigo, manager Jose Mourinho has said that he was not at all satisfied with the result of Europa League semi-final tie.

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Police report against Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif for 'instigating hate'

Updated: May 05, 2017 12:06 IST

Rawalpindi [Pakistan], May 5 (ANI): An unusual police report was filed against Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on grounds of instigating hatred amongst civilians against the Pakistan army.

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SC issues notice to Kerala Govt. over not reinstating ex-DGP Senkumar

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday issued contempt notice to Kerala's Chief Secretary for not reinstating T.P. Senkumar as state Director General of Police (DGP).

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Did you know! Sachin's 1st bat was gifted by his sister

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): First will always be the first!

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Malegaon blast: SC issues notice to Maha Govt. NIA

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday issued a notice to the Maharashtra Government and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) regarding Malegaon blast accused Lt. Col. Purohit's bail plea challenged by him after the Bombay High Court's rejection.

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U.S.: Indian-origin couple gunned down in San Jose

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

San Jose [California], May 5 (ANI): A 24-year-old man was killed by San Jose police on Wednesday night after he fatally shot the parents of his estranged girlfriend.

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Kerala: Thrissur Pooram celebrations begin in all its glory

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

Thrissur (Kerala) [India] May 5 (ANI): Kerala began the celebrations of one of its most prominent festivals, Thrissur Pooram.

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Farmers' agitation: Prithviraj Chavan urges PM to recall Maha delegation touring Australia

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Congress MLA Prithviraj Chavan on Friday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to recall the set of ministers who had gone abroad in wake of the agitating Tur dal farmers.

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Timeline: Crucial developments in Nirbhaya gang rape case so far

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:41 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI): With the Supreme Court set to deliver the much-awaited verdict in the December 16 Nirbhaya gang rape case today, here is a timeline of crucial developments in the case so far:

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Its kicks over lipstick for Gigi Hadid!

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): She is a fire on the runway, a 'city chic beach babe' in person, she is the fashionista Gigi Hadid!

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Cricket fraternity praises Pant for monster knock against Gujarat Lions

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI):Delhi Daredevils batsman Rishabh Pant has received a flurry of praises from cricket fraternity after he smashed a brilliant 43-ball 97-run knock to guide his side to a seven-wicket win over Gujarat Lions in their Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter here at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium last evening.

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Does marriage change your relationship?

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:02 IST

London [UK], May 5 (ANI): For a majority people in relationships, taking the plunge is the most crucial and difficult decision because of the changes saying 'I Do' brings in their lives.

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Has CBI become Central Bureau of Protecting Corruption: Digvijaya Singh

Updated: May 05, 2017 11:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Friday hit out at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and questioned the role of the national agency over the probe in a case registered against a loan defaulter, who allegedly has connections with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Square Yards leads online real estate space with record revenues in Q4

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Real Estate start-up Square Yards on Friday announced a record fourth quarter gross revenue of USD 5.8 million (around Rs. 38 crores) with a Gross Transactional Value (GMV) of more than USD 184 million achieving an YOY growth of 103 percent when compared to same period last year.

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Nirbhaya case: Convict Mukesh's lawyer confident of acquittal

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): With the Supreme Court set to deliver the much-awaited verdict in the December 16 Nirbhaya gang rape case, advocate M.L. Sharma, who is representing the accused convict Mukesh, has expressed confidence of his client's acquittal.

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Allowing baby play on phone can result in speech delays

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:40 IST

Atlanta [US], May 5 (ANI): Your baby is bawling while you are swamped with household chores. What do you do? Give him your phone or iPad? That might not be a smart solution.

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Delhi: Grenade found at Red Fort

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): A diffused grenade was found in the premises of the Red Fort in the national capital on Thursday evening, triggering an alert.

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Venkaiah Naidu to review progress of urban schemes in UP today

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 5 (ANI): Urban Development Minister Venkaiah Naidu will review the implementation of central sector and centrally sponsored urban schemes in Uttar Pradesh today.

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Do you know! Trusting doctor can help reduce pain

Updated: May 05, 2017 10:07 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): You might be a five-year-old kid or a 50-year-old grown up, getting a shot at your doctor's office can be a stressful experience.

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Alarming decrease in oceans' dissolved oxygen level

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:48 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): The amount of dissolved oxygen level contained in oceans across the globe has been declining considerably for more than 20 years.

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President Mukherjee clears ordinance on Non-Performing Assets

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday approved the ordinance on Non-Performing Assets (NPA).

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How environment affects mental health in men and women

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:38 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): Poor women are 60 per cent more likely to suffer from anxiety than women living in richer areas, a new study found.

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BJP MP honey trap case: Father, brother of accused woman taken into custody

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:36 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI): The Delhi Police on Thursday night took the father and the younger brother of the woman, accused in the honey trap case of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP KC Patel, into custody.

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UP: 14 killed after 'sleepy' driver loses control of mini bus

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:19 IST

Etah (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 5 (ANI): Around 14 people were killed and more than 24 injured after a mini bus fell into a canal in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh in the wee hours of Friday.

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Leh-Srinagar highway re-opens for traffic today

Updated: May 05, 2017 09:08 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 5 (ANI): The Leh-Srinagar highway will be re-opened for traffic today after remaining closed for more than five months due to heavy snowfall.

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Countdown: South Asia Satellite to be launched today

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:56 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI): The South Asia Satellite is all set to be launched on Friday by the Indian Space Research organization (ISRO).

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'No-fly list': New rules today for airlines banning passengers

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:51 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI): The Centre on Friday will announce a draft rule for a 'no-fly list' for unruly passengers in the aftermath of the debacle surrounding Shiv Sena MP Ravindra Gaikwad, who assaulted an Air India staffer onboard a plane.

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Omega 3 rich diet reduces risk of type 1 diabetes in kids

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): Pregnant or lactating mothers should include omega 3 foods, such as fish, in their diets that can lower children's risk of type 1 diabetes.

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Test fire of Agni II missile fails to meet all desired parameters

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:26 IST

Balasore (Odisha) [India], May 5 (ANI): India's medium-range nuclear-capable Agni-II missile did not score full marks in the user trial by the army.

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It's true! Swearing makes you STRONGER

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 5 (ANI): Love using the four letter F-word? Well, it might just make you stronger and provide better pain tolerance.

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Despite stormy start, Trump and Turnbull hold dialogue

Updated: May 05, 2017 08:19 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 5 (ANI): Putting aside their rough start after a particularly testy phone exchange, President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull met for the very first time aboard the aircraft carrier Intrepid in Manhattan.

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Shocking! Mother sells child for Rs. 200 in Tripura

Updated: May 05, 2017 07:29 IST

Gandachara (Tripura) [India] May 5 (ANI): In a shocking incident, a tribal in Tripura has been reported to sell her child for mere 200 rupees.

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Congress censures RSS over MRM's beef appeal

Updated: May 05, 2017 07:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday censured the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) over its affiliate Muslim Rashtriya Manch's (MRM) appeal to Muslims to shun beef eating.

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Russia, Iran, Turkey agree on establishing 'de-escalation zones' in Syria

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:55 IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], May 5 (ANI): Russia, Iran and Turkey have agreed to establish four "de-escalation zones" in war-torn Syria during talks in Kazakhstan's capital, Astana.

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Nirbhaya gang-rape case: SC to deliver verdict today

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today deliver the much-awaited verdict in the December 16 Nirbhaya gang rape at around 2 p.m.

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BJP backs Indresh Kumar, says RSS leader explaining only scientific advantages of cow

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:20 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai [India], may 5 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday backed Indresh Kumar's suggestion of Muslim families adopting cows and learn about their benefits and said that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader has not asked for imposition of any rule but has simply explained the scientific advantages of the bovine.

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Terror suspect arrested at Heathrow Airport

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:20 IST

London (UK) May 5 (ANI): A man from Turkey has been arrested from Heathrow Airport as the police believed he came to London to prepare for a terror act.

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AIMPLB has no religious and constitutional relevance: BJP

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Retorting to the claims of All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) in connection with the practice of triple talaq, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday asserted that the nation does not need such a law board which has no religious or constitutional relevance.

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Re-shuffle in party amalgamation of experience and youthfulness: Cong

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday said that during its recent reshuffle, it has kept in mind to include both experienced veterans and the energetic youth.

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Confident that SC will give justice to our daughter: Nirbhaya's parents

Updated: May 05, 2017 06:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): With Supreme Court set to pronounce verdict on the appeals filed by four death row convicts against death penalty in the Nirbhaya gang-rape and murder case, the parents of the victim on Friday said they are sure that the apex court will award death sentence to the guilty.

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Obama endorses Emmanuel Macron for French presidency

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:57 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 5 (ANI): Former United States president Barack Obama has extended his support to French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron, saying that the latter is committed to a better future for the French people.

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U.S.' March airstrike hit mosque in Syria: Report

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:57 IST

Washington (USA) May 5 (ANI): A U.S. military probe has confirmed that the March 16 U.S. airstrike had actually hit a mosque in Syria.

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We had no answers to Windies bowlers: Misbah

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:31 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 6 (ANI): Pakistan Test skipper Misbah-ul-haq has admitted that his team had no answers to West Indies' bowlers during the second innings of the Barbados Test which the visitors lost by 106 runs.

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Constitutional imperatives don't allow beef eating: RSS

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Friday said that the constitutional imperatives did not allow beef eating.

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'Medievalist' AIMPLB wants to control women via religion: RSS on triple talaq

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Friday said that 'medievalist' All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) wants to control women via religion.

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Neymar to stand trial for fraud, corruption allegations

Updated: May 05, 2017 05:06 IST

Madria [Spain], May 5 (ANI): Barcelona star striker Neymar and his parents have been ordered to stand trial in Spain over alleged fraud and corruption over his transfer from Santos to Barcelona in 2013.

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ObamaCare: Trump celebrates, Democrats fume

Updated: May 05, 2017 04:38 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 5 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump called the ObamaCare 'essentially dead' after the House of Representatives narrowly approved a legislation to repeal key parts of the Affordable Care Act and replace them with new provisions.

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Rashford's free-kick helps Man U gain first-leg lead over Celta Vigo

Updated: May 05, 2017 04:32 IST

Vigo [Spain], May 5 (ANI): Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford's superb free-kick in the second half helped his side beat Celta Vigo 1-0 at Balaidos to gain the upper hand in their Europa League semi-final tie on Thursday.

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'ObamaCare' may go as Trump triumphs

Updated: May 05, 2017 02:42 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 5 (ANI): The Trump administration moved one step closer to repealing and replacing ObamaCare after the House of Representatives narrowly approved a legislation to repeal key parts of the Affordable Care Act and replace them with new provisions.

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Sushma assures help for accident victim in Netherlands

Updated: May 05, 2017 02:40 IST

New Delhi [India] May 5 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Thursday assured a man of providing assistance to his daughter, who met with an accident in Netherlands.

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Owaisi slams Bombay HC ruling in Bilkis bano case

Updated: May 05, 2017 02:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi has criticised the Bombay High Court's order in the Bilkis Bano case and urged the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to re-appeal demanding death sentence for the convicts.

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U.S. Senate passes spending bill to fund Trump Govt.

Updated: May 05, 2017 01:31 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.], May. 5 (ANI): The United States Senate has approved a USD 1.1 trillion spending bill to fund the government through September.

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Tendulkar dubs Pant's knock as `one of the best` in IPL history

Updated: May 05, 2017 01:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar has described Rishabh Pant's brilliant 43-ball 97-run knock which helped Delhi Daredevils beat Gujarat Lions in their IPL encounter, as "one of the best innings" in tournaments history.

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Gabriel's magic help Windies humiliate Pakistan in Barbados Test

Updated: May 05, 2017 01:01 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 5 (ANI): Shannon Gabriel produced a magical spell of hostile fast bowling as West Indies defeated Pakistan by 106 runs in the second Test at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on Thursday.

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Pant, Samson help Delhi oust Gujarat out of IPL 2017

Updated: May 05, 2017 00:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson played brilliant knocks as Delhi Daredevils sailed to a crushing seven wicket-victory that ended Gujarat Lions' prospects of making it to the qualifiers in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday evening.

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7th Sub Junior National C'ship: MSSA to take on Namdhari XI in final

Updated: May 05, 2017 00:11 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 5 (ANI): Mumbai School Sports Association (MSSA) and Namdhari XI progressed through to the final of the 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division after registering comprehensive victories in their respective semi-final clashes on Thursday.

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Regulator should be facilitator, not strangulator: MD, Raheja group

Updated: May 04, 2017 23:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): With the appointment of regulators summoned for implementing the Real Estate Regulation Act (RERA) in all states, Navin Raheja, Chairman and MD, Raheja Group asserted that regulators needed to function as facilitators and not 'strangulators'.

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Trump to embark on maiden visit to Vatican, Israel, Saudi Arabia

Updated: May 04, 2017 23:41 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 4 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump will kick of his maiden foreign visit to Vatican, Israel and Saudi Arabia in addition to the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) meeting in Brussels on May 25 and G7 meeting in Italy.

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China crossing 'red line' in relations: N. Korea

Updated: May 04, 2017 23:13 IST

Pyongyang [North Korea], May 4 (ANI): In a rare criticism of its closest ally, North Korean state media on Thursday warned that Beijing was crossing a "red line" in its relationship with Pyongyang.

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India needs to address its deficits: Army Chief General Rawat

Updated: May 04, 2017 23:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Thursday said India needed to address its four deficits, namely historic, economic, security and energy, before developing any strategic thought process and upgrade military in the nation.

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Syrian rebels reject Russia, Turkey, Iran's 'Safe Zone' deal

Updated: May 04, 2017 22:35 IST

London [U.K.], May 4 (ANI): Russia, Turkey and Iran signed an agreement calling for the creation of four "safe zones" in Syria, but the proposal was rejected by Syrian rebels, who walked out of a press conference in the Kazakh capital, Astana, where the deal was announced.

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Madras HC grants Kamal Haasan interim stay on personal appearance

Updated: May 04, 2017 22:17 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Madurai Branch of the Madras High Court on Thursday granted an interim stay on the personal appearance of actor Kamal Haasan in connection with a case against him for allegedly hurting Hindu religious sentiments.

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Salman Khan's 'Tubelight' teaser is out, and it's fascinating

Updated: May 04, 2017 22:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Salman Khan fans, rejoice! The teaser trailer of his highly-anticipated movie 'Tubelight' has been released and it is all that you have been waiting for.

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Multi-modal logistic centres essential to compete with China: Jayant Sinha

Updated: May 04, 2017 21:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Aviation Jayant Sinha on Thursday said India's logistics sector needs to be drastically upgraded in order to compete with a smartphone manufacturing leader like China.

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Yechury, CM Patnaik meet to discuss 'secular' candidate for presidential polls

Updated: May 04, 2017 21:38 IST

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 4 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury, who met Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, on Thursday called out to all the Opposition parties to find a common 'secular' candidate

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After Deepika, Kangana performs Ganga Aarti in Varanasi!

Updated: May 04, 2017 21:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): It was only recently that actress Deepika Padukone was seen performing Ganga Aarti on the banks of the Holy river in Varanasi alongside her mother Ujjala Padukone.

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Shopian: Three injured after terror attack on Army patrol party

Updated: May 04, 2017 21:03 IST

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 4 (ANI): Two Army personnel and a civilian were left injured after terrorists attacked an Army patrol party in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Thursday.

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SC to deliver verdict in Nirbhaya gangrape case tomorrow

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Supreme Court will tomorrow deliver the much-awaited verdict in the December 16 Nirbhaya gang rape at around 2 p.m.

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Kangana Ranaut's 'Manikarnika' poster finally unveiled

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The first poster of Kangana Ranaut's much-awaited film 'Manikarnika' has been revealed.

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IITLS Summit 2017: electric buses to promote pollution-free transport

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Working towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' vision, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said lithium-ion battery backups would be manufactured in India.

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Activist Teesta Setalvad welcomes judgement on Bilkis Bano case

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:23 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): Commenting on the recent verdict of the Bombay High Court on the Bilkis Bano rape case, social activist Teesta Setalvad on Thursday asserted that convicting five police officers and rejecting the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) plea for death penalty to three convicts was a welcome decision.

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Kashmiris protest Pak move to declare Gilgit-Baltistan fifth province

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:17 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 4 (ANI): Scores of Kashmiris took part in a protest outside the United Nations office in Srinagar against the Pakistan Government's proposed move to declare Gilgit-Baltistan as that country's fifth province.

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Introduce self-defence training for girls in schools: HC to Delhi Govt.

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): With the rising number of crimes against women in the national capital, the Delhi High Court on Thursday suggested the State Government to introduce self-defence training for girls in schools to ensure their safety.

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Nagaland woman creates history by designing Asia's largest church

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:13 IST

Nagaland [India], May 4 (ANI): Standing tall and majestic, on the hilltop over Zunheboto town in Nagaland, the Sumi Baptist Church has created history by becoming Asia's largest church.

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Japan improves hospitality skills to attract foreigners during spring

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:13 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 4(ANI):Tokyo City Air Terminal (T-CAT) connects Tokyo's two airports, Narita Airport and Haneda Airport, with the Airport Limousine Bus.

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European Parliament chief denies British PM's allegations

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:04 IST

Brussels [Belgium], May 4 (ANI): President of the European Parliament Antonio Tajani on Thursday outrightly denied allegations levelled by British Prime Minister Theresa May that the EU was meddling in the election with damaging leaks about Brexit.

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Won't mediate in Kashmir issue, clarifies China

Updated: May 04, 2017 20:04 IST

Beijing (China), May 4 ANI : China has clarified its stand after state media Global Times published a column highlighting Beijing's "vested interest" in resolving the Kashmir issue, terming it as a bilateral dispute between India and Pakistan.

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Tripartite talks held for separate Bodoland

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): To ensure the overall development of Bodos in Assam, a tripartite meeting was held recently in Delhi after a gap of two years between the Centre, the Assam Government and the All Bodo Students Union.

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MRM move to adopt cows is a suggestion, not a command: Swamy

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said that RSS-affiliated Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) appeal to the Muslim community to shun beef and adopt the cow is a suggestion, not a command, adding that the former says it should be done through education.

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Liam Hemsworth to star in thriller 'Killerman'

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:44 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], May 4 (ANI): Liam Hemsworth is all set to return in action mode with 'Killerman'.

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Katrina Kaif thinks she is 'Einstein' in this aww-dorable photo

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Ever since she made her debut on Instagram, Katrina Kaif has been giving a treat to her fans by posting beautiful photos.

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Assam gets its first Shatabdi Express train

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:36 IST

Assam [India], May 4 (ANI): In a major boost to connectivity, Assam got its first Shatabdi Express train recently and has acquired a niche position in the Railway Map of India. The new train will run between Dibrugarh and Guwahati.

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Jordan Peele signs first-look deal with Universal

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:32 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], May 4 (ANI): Jordan Peele, who is having time of his life after the success of his maiden directorial venture 'Get Out,' is in no mood to stop at all.

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Nation is not defined by its capital but by its boundaries: Kiren Rijiju

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:30 IST

New Delhi, May 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Ministry of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Vijay Sampla graced the event 'India for North East People-Unity in Diversity' yesterday here at Constitution Club of India.

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Suspected ISI agent lured by Pak HC officials

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:30 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 4 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh 's Additional director general (ADG), law and order, Aditya Mishra on Thursday said that suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Aftab Ali was lured into the network by Pakistan High commission officials.

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Idris Elba, Matthew McConaughey play bitter enemies in 'The Dark Tower' trailer

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Stephen King fans, rejoice! The first trailer for science fantasy epic 'The Dark Tower' is here.

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The TransDisciplinary University launches innovative academic programme

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Do you know who offers a postgraduate programme in India in communicating science? Where can one study issues like conservation psychology, conservation finance, and multilateralism? Is there a course on quality assurance and regulatory affairs that is developed with industry? Can one study computer science course that offers training in pervasive computing, data mining and informatics combined into one taught by the industry? Do our students get to know how agencies like the United Nations functions?

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Congress corners RSS for urging Muslims to adopt cows

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Taking a dig at Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Muslim wing for urging Muslims to adopt cows and open gaushalas (cowshed), the Congress on Thursday termed it a double standard, while saying that ones, who never fed fodder to cows, were promoting cow protection.

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Bail granted to corrupt Chhattisgarh bureaucrat B.L. Agrawal

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4(ANI): A Delhi Court granted today bail to Chhattisgarh bureaucrat Babu Lal Agrawal and others in connection with alleged bribery case on furnishing of a bail bond of Rs. one lakh each.

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AITAF urges Jaitley to protect confidentiality under GST

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The All India Tax Advocates' Forum (AITAF) on Thursday urged Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to ensure confidentiality of the details furnished by tax payers to the tax authorities under the new tax regime of the Goods and Service Tax (GST).

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Misbah better captain than Imran, says Shaharyar Khan

Updated: May 04, 2017 19:07 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 4 (ANI): As Misbah-ul-Haq is all set to bid adieu to international cricket following the ongoing West Indies tour, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shahryar Khan has lavished praise on the Test skipper by calling him as a `better leader` than World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan.

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TN: KSPCB issues notice for closure of pollution-causing industries

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:57 IST

Karnataka (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 4 (ANI): A notice was issued by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) regarding issuance of directions of closure of certain industries, slaughterhouses and a few industries located in the state.

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Muslims don't want interference in Shariyat law: AIMPLB

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:53 IST

Lucknow [India], May 4 (ANI): The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Thursday said that Muslims did not want any interference in the Shariyat law.

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UP, Bihar needs substantial improvement: Naidu

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Union Minister for Urban Development M. Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday while announcing the results of the Swachh Survekshan 2017 survey said Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab and Kerala need to substantially step up efforts to improve sanitation standards in urban areas.

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One of the heads of Afghanistan's national unity government must resign: Hekmatyar

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:32 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 4 (ANI) : Hezb-i-Islami Afghanistan (HIA) chief Gulbuddin Hekmatyar has called for the resignation of either President Ashraf Ghani or Chief Executive Officer Abdullah Abdullah.

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To end BJP's 'gundayee', Congress appoints 17 new state office bearers

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Congress party on Thursday announced the names of 17 new state office bearers, including the appointment of former state minister Sunil Jakhar as the new Chief of the party's Punjab unit.

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Mumbai students request for Cyber Safety as subject in their academic curriculum, says Ahaan Foundation

Updated: May 04, 2017 18:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Ahaan Foundation, an NGO focused on activating more socially responsible children and youth, in their first initiative under the movement 'Responsible Netism' have conducted a study in collaboration with the college of Home Science Nirmala Niketan on 1200 students within Thane and Mumbai.

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Adivasis unsafe in Bengal, alleges BJP

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:54 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 4 (ANI): Ramping up its attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the issue of an Adivasi couple joining the Trinamool Congress (TMC), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said on Thursday that Adivasis live in fear in the state.

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Coimbatore DCP blames misogynistic cinema for violence against women

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:54 IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 4(ANI): Blaming misogynistic cinema for rising violence against women in Indian society, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Law and order) Coimbatore, S. Lakshmi, on Thursday appealed to filmmakers to stop promoting violence in their films.

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Supreme Court reserves its order on Aadhaar-PAN linkage

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:41 IST

New Delhi [India],May 4(ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its order on whether to make Aadhaar mandatory for getting a Permanent Account Number (PAN) and to file tax returns.

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India, U.K. hold first Home Affairs Dialogue, Mallya not discussed

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): India and the U.K. held its first Home Affairs dialogue on Thursday, keeping their focus on the need to further improve the process involved in matters of extradition.

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New west Bengaluru - a new beginning to holistic lifestyle

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): For decades, officially and unofficially, to locals and tourists, Bengaluru was and continues to be known as the Garden City of India. Bestowed with a dynamic multicultural landscape, flourishing industry, a conducive weather cycle and extensive green cover, the city is regarded as one of India's most favorable living destinations.

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Nation not defined by its capital, but by its boundaries: Rijiju

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju and Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Vijay Sampla graced the event 'India for North East People Unity in Diversity' at the Constitution Club here.

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UP Govt. to link electricity payment with Aadhar

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:18 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): In yet another big decision, the Uttar Pradesh Government on Thursday announced that they would soon link electricity bill payments to Aadhar card bank accounts of consumers in a bid to bring down power theft.

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P. H. Healthcare wins 7th MT India Healthcare Awards for manufacturing

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): P. H. Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. a renowned and rapidly growing manufacturing brand in the Healthcare industry recently received an award for 'Disposable Product Manufacturer of The Year' at the 7th MT India Healthcare Awards.

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BCCI ordered to announce Champions Trophy squad soon

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:09 IST

Mumbai [India], May 4 (ANI): The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) on Thursday ordered the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to convene a selection committee meet and immediately select the Indian cricket squad for the Champions Trophy, beginning July 1 in England and Wales.

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HDFC Q4 profit down 22 pct to Rs. 2044 crore

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Country's largest housing finance company HDFC on Thursday announced its standalone profit during January-March quarter, which fell 21.6 percent to Rs. 2,044.20 crore as compared with Rs. 2,607.05 crore in same quarter last fiscal.

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GST bill passed in Haryana Assembly

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:09 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India],May 4(ANI): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) bill was passed in Haryana assembly on Thursday unanimously.

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Mel B granted five-year restraining order against nanny who had affair with her husband

Updated: May 04, 2017 17:01 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.A.), May 4 (ANI): Finally, Melanie 'Mel' Brown has got her nanny to be away from her life. Well, at least for five years.

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New Alkaline RO, UV Filter to hit market, Blue Mount plans expansion to 40 countries

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Market leaders in domestic and commercial water purification systems Blue Mount on Thursday launched its new product line of RO filters while celebrating its second anniversary celebrations.

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Former Congress MP Rasheed Masood joins BSP

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:57 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): In a major blow to the Congress party, former party leader and Saharanpur MP Rasheed Masood joined the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Thursday.

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End conspiracy theories about China: State media to India

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:57 IST

Beijing (China), May 4 ANI : Accusing India of creating hurdles in the way of the China's One Belt, One Road initiative, state-run Global Times has in an editorial justified China's development plan of economic corridors and asked New Delhi to should stop expressing concern over the increased Chinese military presence in the region.

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U.S. positive about transformative potential of commercial ties with India

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Participating in the annual general meeting of the American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM) here on Thursday, a senior U.S. Embassy official said that Washington is positive and confident about the transformative potential of its commercial ties with New Delhi.

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India soar to 100th in FIFA rankings, highest in 21 years

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): For the first time in 21 years, the Indian football team have climbed a spot to be placed 100th in the latest Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) rankings.

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States urged to notify RERA and have full-time regulators in place expeditiously

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Joint Secretary Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Rajiv Ranjan Mishra on Thursday urged the states to complete the process of notification and appointment of full-time regulators at the earliest for Real Estate Regulation Act (RERA) to positively impact the sales and industry's profit.

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Aisats invests Rs. 55 million in India's first automated aircraft cleaning machine

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): India's premier airport services company Air India SATS Airport Services on Thursday announced the launch of the first ground handler in India to introduce automated aircraft exterior cleaning at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), New Delhi, to be done by Nordic Dino II, an automated purpose built system.

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J-K: 4 killed as bus falls into gorge

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:22 IST

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 4 (ANI): At least four people have been killed and ten injured after a mini bus plunged into a gorge in Bhadarwah town of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir today, after being hit by a snow boulder.

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Man held for posing as secretary of PM Modi's brother

Updated: May 04, 2017 16:21 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Hyderabad Police Task Force has arrested a man named Venkat after he allegedly tried seeking favours from the Central Government officials by claiming that he was the secretary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brother Prahlad Bhai Modi.

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Theresa May accuses EU leaders of meddling in UK election

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:56 IST

London (U.K.), May4 ANI: Accusing European Union politicians and officials of trying to influence the outcome of United Kingdom's general election, British Prime Minister Theresa May stated that she would not allow bureaucrats to walk over her government.

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Strict action against anyone involved in Naxal activity: Bastar DIG

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:54 IST

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 4 (ANI): After the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Chhattisgarh Police apprehended four suspected Naxals in connection with the deadly Sukma attack, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Bastar police P. Sundarraj asserted that strict action will be taken against any person involved in Naxal activity.

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Manmohan Singh visited more countries than PM Modi: Shah

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:53 IST

Palampur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Thursday accused the Congress party of making an issue out of nothing, citing that former prime minister Manmohan Singh visited more countries than his successor Narendra Modi.

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Increase relief for Andhra chilli farmers: Congress to Centre

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Hanumantha Rao, the Congress MP from Telangana on Thursday requested the Central government to increase the relief amount for chilli farmers from Rs. 5000 per quintal to Rs. 10,000.

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Prince Philip to retire from Royal duties

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:37 IST

London (U.K.), May 4 ANI : Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh on Wednesday announced sudden retirement from his Royal duties from autumn of this year.

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Complaint against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah filed with Lokayukta

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:36 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] May 4 (ANI): A complaint has been filed against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and 27 other ministers with the Karnataka Lokayukta on Thursday over transfer of police officers in the state.

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SRM University B.Tech counseling 2017 starts from May 14th

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Examination for admission to Engineering and Technology at SRM University Kattankulathur and it's off campus and SRM Haryana and SRM Amaravati (SRMJEEE (UG/PG)) was held between April 1 and May 1, 2017 across the country.

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Calcutta HC Judge Karnan refuses to undergo medical examination

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:35 IST

Kolkata [India], May 4 (ANI): Calcutta High Court judge Mr. Justice C.S.Karnan declined to undergo a medical examination by a four-member medical team from a government hospital here on Thursday, saying he was "quite normal and has a stable mind".

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India using 'Pak card' for internal political manoeuvering: Islamabad

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:34 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 4 (ANI): Strongly reacting to India's statement on mutilation of two Indian soldiers by Pakistan, Islamabad has hit back at New Delhi for using the 'Pakistan card' for manoeuvering its internal politics.

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Idea expands 4G services to nine towns in Assam

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Telecom operator Idea Cellular on Thursday commenced its world class 4G services in Guwahati as the it offers its 4G services in nine towns of Assam including Guwahati, Bongaigaon, Nagaon, Tezpur, Jorhat and Lumding.

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Trump to sign executive order on religious freedom

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:25 IST

New York [U.S.] May 4 (ANI): In a blow to the LGBT community, and other discriminated communities, the Trump administration is expected to sign an executive order on religious liberty that provides legal protections for people claiming religious exemptions, on Thursday.

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Adele hits numero uno spot in under 30s rich musicians list

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:24 IST

London [UK], May 4 (ANI): Adele has actually set 'Fire' to the 'Rain' by becoming the richest musician under 30 in the British isles.

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Case registered against Digvijaya for ISIS tweet

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): A case was registered against Congress leader Digvijaya Singh for allegation on Telangana Police for radicalising Muslim youth by setting up fake ISIS site.

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Pakistan denying mutilation of Indian soldiers is 'unfortunate': Farooq Abdullah

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:23 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] May 4 (ANI): Days after the mutilation of two Indian soldiers by the Pakistan Army along Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector of the Poonch district, National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Thursday vouched for talks between India and Pakistan asserting that only talks between India and Pakistan can improve relations and end this crisis.

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Drake denies allegations that he made Former porn star pregnant

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): The trouble seems to be not getting over for Drake!

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Duke of Edinburgh to stop all public engagements by autumn

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:21 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 4 (ANI): The British Royal Family has announced that the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Phillip, will stop carrying out his public engagements from autumn this year.

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RSDC, B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent University joins hand for programmes in rubber technology

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): In a development that will help bridge the skill gaps in the fast growing rubber and tyre sector in India, Rubber Skill Development Council (RSDC), the sector skill council for rubber in the country, has signed an MoU with B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent University, Chennai for dual certification in Rubber Technology to Mechanical, Automobile and Polymer Engineering students.

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J-K: Locals clash with security forces amid anti-terror ops

Updated: May 04, 2017 15:01 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 4 (ANI): Several locals on Thursday were seen attempting to obstruct the anti-terror operation launched in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district by security forces earlier today.

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Three female boxers recommended for Arjuna award

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has recommended the trio of Saweety Boora (81kg), Sonia Lather (57kg), and Sarjubala Devi (51kg) for the prestigious Arjuna award.

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IITLS Summit 2017: BJP Govt.'s basic mission is eradicating poverty, says Gadkari

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Speaking at the India Integrated Transport and Logistics Summit 2017 here today, Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari asserted that the basic mission of the Centre is eradication of poverty.

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Have beefed up 'counter infiltration' posture: Army Chief

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:33 IST

New Delhi (India) May 4 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said on Thursday that the recent combing operations launched in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir is being conducted to control the sudden spurt of untoward incidents in the Valley.

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Mumbai: Another ISI agent arrested

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:33 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Mumbai Police, in a joint operation with the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), arrested another suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent here today.

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U-18 I-League: Unbeaten United SC faces AIFF Elite Academy in semis

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:33 IST

Kolkata [India], May 4 (ANI): AIFF Elite Academy will look to seal a birth in the final of the ongoing U-18 I-League when they lock horns with unbeaten United Sports Club in the first last-four clash at the Barasat Stadium in Kolkata on Friday.

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Gayatri Prajapati rape case: SC asks two co-accused to surrender

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Giving no relief to the co-accused in the Gayatri Prajapati rape case, the Supreme Court on Thursday asked Vikas Verma and Amrinder Singh to surrender before court within two days.

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Are you Bieber ready? coz this collection by ONLY will fuel your Bieber fever

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Justin Bieber is making his way to India with the PURPOSE tour and the Bieber Mania has spread and how!

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U-18 I-League: East Bengal to take on Salgaocar in semis

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:25 IST

Kolkata [India], May 4 (ANI): East Bengal will aim to book their place in the finals of the Under-18 I-League when they take on Salgaocar FC at the Barasat Stadium in Kolkata on Friday.

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Facebook witnesses surge in quarterly profit as user base nears two billion

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Social networking giant Facebook on Thursday announced a jump in its quarterly profit with over USD three billion as its ranks of monthly users closed in on two billion.

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Zendesk launches next generation knowledge solution 'Guide'

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI-NewsVoir): Zendesk, Inc. (NYSE: ZEN) today introduced Zendesk Guide, a smart knowledge base solution that captures the collective knowledge of an organization and combines it with machine learning (ML) technology to deliver a better customer experience.

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Proven that temple exists below Babri Masjid structure: Swamy

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:03 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): Reiterating his stand on the Ram Mandir issue, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said that it has been proven that a temple exists below the Babri Masjid structure.

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BJP calls on Opposition to support NDA Presidential candidate

Updated: May 04, 2017 14:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday asserted that it is the prerogative of the NDA government to choose an appropriate candidate with strong credentials, who is the right choice to become the next President of India.

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'Sita- Warrior of Mithila' cover carries her 'feminism' with pride

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): After creating much curiosity among fans, author Amish Tripathi finally launched the cover of his upcoming book, 'Sita-Warrior of Mithila'- the second installment of his Ramachandra series, yesterday.

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Afghan President Ghani declines invitation to visit Pakistan

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:26 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 4 ANI :Despite repeated attempts by Pakistan to defuse tensions between the two neighbours, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has rejected Pakistan's offer to visit the country until the perpetrators behind several attacks are handed over to Afghanistan, his deputy spokesperson Dawa Khan Mina Pal confirmed .

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Indore declared India's cleanest city

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Union Minister of Urban Development Venkaiah Naidu announced the Swachh Survekshan Awards here on Thursday.

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Rani to lead Indian hockey eves in Kiwi Test series

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:17 IST

New Delhi [India],May 4 (ANI): Rani will lead the 20-member Indian senior women's hockey team in the five-match Test series against New Zealand, beginning May 14 at Midlands.

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Dimension Data to enable digital transformation for Anchor Electricals in India

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Dimension Data, the USD 7.5 billion global ICT solutions and services provider, today announced its strategic partnership with Anchor Electricals Pvt. Ltd (A Panasonic Group subsidiary).

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I just go with my gut feeling: Rising Pune's Rahul Tripathi

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:11 IST

Kolkata [India], May 4 (ANI): Rising Pune Supergiant opener Rahul Tripathi, who guided his side to a four-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their Indian Premier League clash (IPL) last evening, has revealed that he keeps his mind blank and just goes with his gut feeling every time he faces the ball in the field.

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Grandparents practicing old-fashioned health myths put children at risk

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Old is gold!

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Presidential debate heats up as candidates battle for power

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:05 IST

New York [U.S.] May 4 (ANI): Days before the final French vote, candidates Emmanuel Macron, independent centrist, and Marine Le Pen from Front National clashed on live TV in a presidential debate.

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Antique heritage jewellery now a doorstep away!

Updated: May 04, 2017 13:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Jewellery is a woman's best friend!

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Bombay HC: No death penalty for Bilkis Bano's rapists

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:58 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] May 4 (ANI): The Bombay High Court on Thursday ruled out death penalty to three out of 11 people accused of in the brutal gangrape of Bilkis Bano and the murder of her family during the 2002 Gujarat riots.

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Ahead of leaving Mumbai, Eman's sister thanks India

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:56 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): As Eman Ahmed, who was once known as 'the world's heaviest woman', is set to be discharged from the Saifee hospital here on Thursday after undergoing treatment for severe obesity, her sister Shaimaa Salim is thankful to the Indian doctors for treating her sibling.

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Jindal coal block case: Delhi court extends interim bail of five accused

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Thursday extended the interim bail of five accused in the Jindal coal block allocation scam case till May 25.

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Presidential Election: TRS extends support to BJP

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): With the Presidential elections just round the corner, Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) on Thursday said it would support the candidate of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), only if it would be in the favour of their state.

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Heart failure linked with worse survival than common cancers: Study

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:52 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Despite advancement in the treatment of heart failure, a new analysis finds men and women with a diagnosis of it, continue to have worse survival rates than patients with certain common cancers.

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EVM row: EC to convene all-party meet on May 12

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The Election Commission of India will convene an all-party meeting in the national capital on May 12th over the burning issue of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) tampering.

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Cartrade acquires Adroit Inspection

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): India's online automobile classifieds firm Cartrade on Thursday announced that it has acquired Adroit Inspection, leading vehicle Inspection and valuation company with tie ups with leading banks and insurance companies and a well-entrenched team of over 300 field inspectors spread across the country. Adroit will inspect over one million vehicles this year.

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'Noisy' knees may be early clue to osteoarthritis

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:46 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Do you hear cracking or popping sounds in or around the knee joint?

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Azam Khan unfazed by complaint against him by UP Governor

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:46 IST

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan on Thursday dismissed UP Governor Ram Naik's letter to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asking for a probe into Khan's capturing of government and wakf board properties.

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Odisha: CRPF jawan found dead, probe underway

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:38 IST

Balangir (Odisha) [India], May 4 (ANI): A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Sanjay Bagh was found dead under mysterious circumstances here on Thursday.

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NGT issues notice to Centre, U'khand Govt. for illegal dumping in Ganga

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday issued a notice to the Centre, Uttarakhand Government and the Border Road Organisation in regard to the illegal dumping of debris into the Ganga river.

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Actors of 'this generation' attend Vinod Khanna's prayer meet

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:25 IST

Mumbai [India], May 4 (ANI): Looks like Rishi Kapoor's latest tweet has somewhere stirred the minds of the B-Town people.

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Lord MacLaurin named next MCC president

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:11 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 4 (ANI): Former England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) boss Lord MacLaurin is all set to make a return to the sport when he succeeds Matthew Fleming as the new president of the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).

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Revealed! Formation of world's biggest volcanoes

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:11 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): An Australian University has solved the 168-year-old mystery of how the world's biggest and most active volcanoes formed in Hawaii.

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India successfully test fires Agni-II Ballistic Missile

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:06 IST

Bhadrakh (Odisha) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Agni-ll Ballistic Missile was successfully test fired on Thursday at 10.22 a.m from A.P.J Abdul Kalam island of Dhamara in Odisha.

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PCB sends legal notice to BCCI for dishonouring MoU

Updated: May 04, 2017 12:00 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 4 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sent a legal notice to its Indian counterpart for failing to honour the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two cricket boards in 2014.

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Likes on FB posts actually make you feel better?

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:50 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): What not we do to get that thumbsup on our posts and photos?

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Meerut: Woman wants to give Triple Talaq to abusive husband

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:45 IST

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 4 (ANI): An unusual case of triple talaq has come to light in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, where a woman named Amreen Bano has expressed her desire to sever ties with her abusive husband.

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ICICI Bank Q4 profit jumps three fold; bad loans up 26 pct

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Country's largest private sector lender ICICI Bank on Thursday announced its fourth quarter standalone profit up 188.4 percent (nearly three-fold) to Rs. 2,024.6 crore.

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Sukma attack: Four suspected Naxals arrested

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:24 IST

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Chhattisgarh Police apprehended four suspected Naxals in connection with the deadly Sukma attack.

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Queen Elizabeth summons 'emergency' meeting at Buckingham Palace

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:22 IST

London [United Kingdom] May 4 (ANI): Rumors are flying high as Queen Elizabeth II summoned her entire household for an emergency meeting at the Buckingham Palace.

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All set to tie knot? Find best venues with MatrimonyMandaps

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Matrimony.com, whose flagship brand is the matchmaking service - BharatMatrimony, has launched MatrimonyMandaps, the largest wedding venue discovery platform to find best Mandaps and Banquet halls in Tamil Nadu.

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Digvijaya Singh welcomes CBI probe in 'anti-Shivraj Vyapam' campaign

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Unfazed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe against him for being involved in a campaign targeting Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan over the Vyapam scam, senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Thursday said he would continue his fight against corruption.

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Meet Team @Unicef: 'Energised' PeeCee shares picture from Harare

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): There's one word that simply does not exist in global star Priyanka Chopra's dictionary: STOP!

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MP: Guna ADM wants to spend time with Abu Salem in jail

Updated: May 04, 2017 11:00 IST

Guna (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): Guna Additional District Magistrate (ADM), Niyaz Khan has a very peculiar request which is raising eyebrows.

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Looks can be deceptive, proves 'MOM's new poster

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Looks like Sridevi's upcoming film 'MOM' is all set bring give tones of surprises for the fans.

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Pathankot alert: Two suspicious bags recovered near Army cantonment

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:44 IST

Pathankot (Punjab) [India] May 4 (ANI): A high alert has been sounded in Punjab's Pathankot district after two unidentified bags were recovered near the Mamun Army Cantonment Base.

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Barbados Test: Yasir's six-fer leads Pakistan fight back on Day 4

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:42 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 4 (ANI): Yasir Shah scalped a six-wicket haul as Pakistan staged a brilliant fight back to reduce West Indies to 264-9 in their second innings, despite a blistering knock from Shai Hope on the Day Four of the second Test, here at Kensington Oval on Thursday.

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Sukma attack: MoS Ahir visits injured CRPF personnel

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:39 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 4 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Hansraj Gangaram Ahir on Thursday visited the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel injured in the deadly Sukma Naxal attack.

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Robin Williams' last movie gets U.S. release date

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Late actor Robin Williams' last movie is finally coming to the US nearly two years after its UK release.

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#TowelSeries : Sushant Singh Rajput raises temperature

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): After Katrina Kaif, it's Sushant Singh Rajput who has managed to add sizzle to summer as he models for the special towel series by celebrity photographer Mario Testino.

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JK: Massive anti-terror operation launched in Shopian

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:05 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 4 (ANI): Almost two dozen villages in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir have been cordoned off, as the Indian Army along with other security forces have launched a massive anti-terror operation today.

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Stephen Colbert addresses '#FireColbert' backlash following his anti-Trump monologue

Updated: May 04, 2017 10:05 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Stephen Colbert has finally come up with a response to the online criticism he faced for his off-colour joke about President Trump in his 'Late Show' on Monday.

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Centre comes to rescue of distressed chilli farmers in Andhra

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:49 IST

Telangana (Andhra Pradesh) [India] May 4 (ANI): The Centre has ordered the clearance of the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) with immediate effect to help distressed chilli farmers in Andhra Pradesh.

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Chhattisgarh: Naxals kill villager on suspicion of being 'police informer'

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:40 IST

Kondagaon (Chhattisgarh) [India] May 4 (ANI): A villager was allegedly killed by Naxals today on suspicion of being a police informer in Chhattisgarh's Kondagaon district.

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Brangelina Split: Pitt 'refuses' to let things get ugly over kids

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): In a tell-all interview, Brad Pitt opened up, for the first time about his much controversial divorce with Angelina Jolie and said he will not let things get ugly in the court over their six children.

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Mumbai: Another suspected 'ISI agent' arrested

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:30 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Mumbai Police in a joint operation with Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), arrested suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent Altaf Ali late on Wednesday night here.

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Finally! Akshay becomes wife Twinkle's 'trophy husband'

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): Almost after 16-years-old their marriage, Akshay Kumar, finally, became wife Twinkle Khanna's 'trophy husband.'

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Mallya extradition: Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi meets UK counterpart

Updated: May 04, 2017 09:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 4 (ANI): Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi met his British counterpart Patsy Wilkinson in the national capital today.

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Mathura: Man gunned down trying to protect sisters from goons

Updated: May 04, 2017 08:47 IST

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 4 (ANI): In a horrific incident, a man was shot to death by goons in Mathura late last night, after he tried to defend his sisters from the untoward intention of the men.

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Jharkhand: Massive cache of ammunition recovered from Naxal hideout

Updated: May 04, 2017 08:30 IST

Lohardaga (Jharkhand) [India] May 4 (ANI): In a joint operation launched by the Jharkhand police and 158 Battalion Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), a massive cache of arms and ammunitions was recovered from a Naxal hideout in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district.

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Recognising food brands may lead to high body mass index: Study

Updated: May 04, 2017 07:45 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 3 (ANI): According to a new study, young children who recognize food name brands, often eat items that lead to their high body mass index.

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Starvation main cause for a typical cell death

Updated: May 04, 2017 07:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 4 (ANI): Are you one of those who starve yourselves for losing weight? You might want to think that again.

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Obama's Affordable Care Act is failing: White House

Updated: May 04, 2017 07:21 IST

Washington [US] May 4 (ANI): President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act is currently failing and not doing what it's supposed to, said White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on Wednesday.

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Trump vows to revive stalled Israel-Palestine peace process

Updated: May 04, 2017 07:18 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 4 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has vowed to revive the stalled Israel-Palestine peace process by acting as a "mediator, an arbitrator or a facilitator".

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U.S. House of Representatives passes bill to fund govt.

Updated: May 04, 2017 06:26 IST

Washington [United States], May 4 (ANI): The U.S. Congress moved one step closer to avoiding a government shutdown after the House of Representatives approved a USD1.2-trillion spending bill to fund the government through September.

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Former U.S. NSA turns down request to testify on Russian hacking

Updated: May 04, 2017 06:26 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 4 (ANI): Former U.S. National Security Advisor (NSA) Susan Rice has turned down the request to testify before a Senate judiciary subcommittee investigating Russian attempts to influence the U.S. election, CNN reported.

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NCP to BJP: Suggest 'acceptable' presidential candidate

Updated: May 04, 2017 05:32 IST

Mumbai/New Delhi [India] May 4 (ANI): With the presidential elections approaching closer, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Thursday said if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suggests a name which would be accepted by everyone then the election will not be necessary to be held.

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Experts want punitive action against 'liar' Pakistan

Updated: May 04, 2017 05:07 IST

New Delhi [India] May 4 (ANI): The Defence Experts on Thursday exhorted the government to take a severe punitive action against Pakistan which "has been lying over its involvement in the mutilation of two Indian soldiers' bodies.

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BJP will become weakest govt. till now: Congress

Updated: May 04, 2017 04:54 IST

New Delhi [India] May 4 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan's denial of charges put by India of mutilating two of the latter's soldiers, the Congress Party on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) should come up with a strong retaliation otherwise it would prove to be the weakest government till date.

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FBI Director has no regrets over 'Hillary's emails'

Updated: May 04, 2017 04:22 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 4 (ANI): Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey has no regrets over his agency's investigation into emails related to former secretary of state Hillary Clinton's personal computer just days before the 2016 presidential election.

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BJP not at all worried about presidential elections: Swamy

Updated: May 04, 2017 03:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): At a time when Congress president Sonia Gandhi is trying to garner support from the other political parties over the presidential elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Thursday said the saffron party is not at all worried over the same.

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Coal mine blast kills 23 in northern Iran

Updated: May 04, 2017 03:00 IST

Tehran [Iran] May 4 (ANI): At least twenty three miners have reportedly been killed and many others injured in a blast in northern Iran's Zemestan Yurt coal mine, local media reports said.

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Dog's nature call leads to shooting, four injured

Updated: May 04, 2017 02:57 IST

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 4 (ANI): A dog's nature call at a wrong place in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district has resulted in a shootout that left four persons injured. One injured is reportedly critical.

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Assam: Three officers arrested in APSC exam scam

Updated: May 04, 2017 02:53 IST

Guwahati (Assam) [India] May 4 (ANI): Three Assam Civil Service (ACS) officers have been arrested in connection with the cash-for-jobs scam.

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BSF organises football talent hunt in Tripura

Updated: May 04, 2017 02:19 IST

Agartala (Tripura) [India], May 4 (ANI): Tripura Governor Tathagata Roy has kicked off a ten-day long tournament OORJA 2017 Under 19 Football Talent Hunt Tournament at the Swami Vivekananda Maidan in Agartala.

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Two dead at Texas's North Lake College shooting

Updated: May 04, 2017 01:29 IST

Irving [United States], May 4 (ANI): Two people have been reported dead in a shooting that took place at Texas's North Lake College in Irving.

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Shocking! Meat of pet dog consumed after kidnapping

Updated: May 04, 2017 01:23 IST

Gurugram (Haryana) [India] May 4 (ANI): A shocking incident has come into light where a group of youth kidnapped a pet dog named Brownie from Haryana's DLF Phase- 2 and beat it to death and later consumed its meat.

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Eman Ahmed to fly back to U.A.E today

Updated: May 04, 2017 01:20 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): Once known as the world's heaviest woman, Eman Ahmed is set to be discharged from the Saifee hospital here on Thursday and will be shifted to Burjeel Hospital in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Char Dham project: U'khand secy to appear before NGT

Updated: May 04, 2017 01:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) will on Thursday continue to hear the case regarding the Char Dham project in the Gangotri belt.

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Two arrested in former Dhanbad deputy mayor's murder case

Updated: May 04, 2017 01:02 IST

Mirzapur (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 4 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UPSTF) has arrested two sharpshooters in connection with former Dhanbad deputy mayor's murder case.

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School where Mahatma Gandhi studied shuts down

Updated: May 04, 2017 00:47 IST

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India] May 4 (ANI): Alfred High School, a premium institute of Rajkot where Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi studied, has been closed down and all 150 students here have been given away their leaving certificates.

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GST Bill to be tabled in Haryana Assembly

Updated: May 04, 2017 00:47 IST

Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], May 4 (ANI): The Haryana state Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill will be presented in the Assembly on Thursday in a special one-day session of the House.

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Tony Awards: 'Natasha,' 'Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812' lead with 12 nominations

Updated: May 03, 2017 23:19 IST

Los Angeles [U.S.A.], May 3 (ANI): The nominations for the 71st annual Tony Awards were recently announced at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Lincoln Center.

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Bhamragarh: 15 injured in series of Maoist-instigated events

Updated: May 03, 2017 23:15 IST

Bhamragarh (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 (ANI): In a series of events instigated by the Maoists near Gadchiroli's Bhamragarh district in Maharashtra, 14 personnel from the Maharashtra Police and one Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) official were injured on Wednesday.

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Nepal: Politicos file candidacy for first phase polls

Updated: May 03, 2017 23:06 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 3 (ANI): The filing of nominations by the political parties for the first phase of Nepal local polls slated for May 14 is over.

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Anil Kapoor clicks pictures, beams with joy as Sonam receives National Award

Updated: May 03, 2017 23:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Sonam Kapoor was on Wednesday conferred with her first ever National Award as she was presented with a 'Special Mention' at the 64th National Film Awards held in New Delhi.

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Sasikala files review petition in SC against her conviction

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Former All India Anna Dravida Munneta Kazhagam (AIADMK) general secretary V.K. Sasikala has filed a review petition against her conviction in the Supreme Court.

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Wimbledon prize money increases by 10 per cent

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:30 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 3 (ANI): After the French Open announced an increase in its prize money for its champions, the oldest Grand Slam tournament, Wimbledon, has also declared a hike by 10 per cent from this year.

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TMC tears into Prasad over his remark

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:30 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravi Shankar Prasad and asked the Union Law Minister to uphold the dignity of his office.

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Cabinet approves for MoU between DSSC, Wellington and DSCSC, Dhaka

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington and Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC), Mirpur, Dhaka on cooperation concerning military education in the field of strategic and operational studies.

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Cabinet approves Vijayawada Airport as international airport

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave its approval for the declaration of Vijayawada Airport as international airport, as per the provisions of Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014.

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Preliminary probe shows Lashkar involvement in Pulwama robberies

Updated: May 03, 2017 22:00 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 3 (ANI): In the wake of the two robberies that took place here on Wednesday, Pulwama Superintendant of Police Rayees Mohammed Bhat revealed that preliminary investigation has established the involvement of the terrorist organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

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Iran attempted missile launch from submarine: U.S. officials

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:41 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 3 (ANI): Iran on Tuesday attempted to launch a cruise missile from a submarine in the Strait of Hormuz, two U.S. officials told Fox News.

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Cabinet approves preference for domestically manufactured iron, steel products

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet has approved a policy for providing preference to domestically manufactured iron and steel products on government procurement

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MCD polls a personal referendum for Kejriwal: Yogendra Yadav

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:31 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu),[India] May 3 (ANI): Lashing out at Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal over the party's performance in the recently concluded Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections, former party leader Yogendra Yadav said the campaign was more of a 'personal referendum' than a wholesome party campaign.

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Cabinet approves MoU on urea manufacturing plant in Malaysia

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet has given its ex-post facto approval to the signing of Memorandum of Understanding with Malaysia on development of a urea and ammonia manufacturing plant in Malaysia with off take to India and/or off take of existing surplus Urea from Malaysia to India.

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Cabinet approves modifications in 7th Pay Commission

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved important proposals relating to modifications in the 7th Central Pay Commission recommendations on pay and pensionary benefits in the course of their implementation.

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Akshay Kumar receives his first National Award, shares 'joyous' moment

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Akshay Kumar was on Wednesday conferred with his "first ever" National Award for the movie 'Rustom,' and thereby, has got all the reason to be on cloud nine.

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64th National Film Awards: 'The Waterfall', 'Little Magician' director is thrilled

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Sayeed Sultan Ahmed, whose movies 'The Waterfall' and 'Little Magician' have been recognised at the annual 64th National Film Awards, said he was thrilled that his films were getting recognised.

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CCEA approves SAMPADA for agro-marine processing

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has given its approval for re-structuring the schemes of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) under new central Scheme for Agro-Marine Processing and Development of Agro-Processing Clusters (SAMPADA) for the period 2016-20 coterminous with the 14th Finance Commission cycle.

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Cabinet approves cooperation between India and Japan on railway safety

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave ex-post facto approval to the signing the Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Japan on Railway Safety. The MoC had already been signed in February, 2017.

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CCEA approves process of disinvestment of ITDC properties

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the initiation of the process of disinvestment of hotels/properties of the India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (ITDC).

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Pak's denial carries no credibility: Jaitley

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Pakistan's denial of any cross Line of Control movement by its troops and mutilation of Indian soldiers' carries no credibility, said Defence Minister Arun Jaitley.

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Gujarat Lions still have 'outside chance' to win IPL: Irfan Pathan

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan, who was called into the Gujarat Lions squad as a replacement for injured Dwayne Bravo for the remainder of the ongoing Indian Premier League season, has insisted that with four games remaining, his IPL team still hold an 'outside chance' to come closer to the title.

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Remaining 4141 villages to be electrified by 2018: Goyal

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Inaugurating a state power ministers' conference here on Wednesday, Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal said, "Power is the fulcrum around which an ecosystem can be created to give better quality of life to every citizen of India".

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CCEA approves foreign investment proposal of Twin Star Technologies Ltd.

Updated: May 03, 2017 21:10 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a foreign investment proposal of M/s. Twin Star Technologies Ltd. for foreign investment upto Rs. 9000 crore (by on or before March 2025) from Twin Star Overseas Ltd., Mauritius.

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ISSF World Cup: Shooter Shapath Bharadwaj finishes 6th in double trap

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Young Indian shooter Shapath Bharadwaj finished sixth in the finals of the men's double trap event at the ongoing third and final stage of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun in Larnaka, Cyprus on Wednesday.

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JNU missing student case: Sessions court sets aside lower court order

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): A Sessions court on Wednesday quashed a lower court order that directed nine Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students to appear before it to record their consent or refusal for a lie-detector test in connection with a case of missing university student Najeeb Ahmed.

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CBI arrests Income Tax Commissioner, five others over bribery charges

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:37 IST

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested the Commissioner of Income Tax department and five other senior officers in an alleged bribery case.

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Gadkari opens exhibition pavilions of MoRTH at IITLS-2017

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated two exhibitions -- 'The Highway Saga: Past Present and Future' and 'Safe Road and Inter State Highways Transforming India (SRISHTI)' on the Vigyan Bhawan Lawns here on Wednesday.

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'Nutrela Kebab Festival' brings the magic of 100 Percent vegetarian soya protein to the city of Nawabs

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Nutrela, the premium brand of soya protein chunks, mini-chunks, and granules from Ruchi Soya Industries Limited recently brought the magic of soya protein to the city of Nawabs with the launch of 'Nutrela Kebab Festival - 100 percent vegetarian'.

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India says has incriminating evidence against Pak on soldier's mutilation

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): India on Wednesday said it has credible incriminating evidence to show that Pakistani forces crossed across the Line of Controlled to kill and mutilate two Indian Army soldiers.

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UP ATS arrests ISI suspect from Faizabad

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:09 IST

Faizabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (UP ATS) on Wednesday arrested a suspected Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent.

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Launch pads destroyed by surgical strike revived: Sources

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The launch pads, which were destroyed by the Indian Army in the surgical strike conducted last year, have become active again, as per Military Intelligence Sources.

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Road projects will save nation from traffic congestion, pollution: Gadkari

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Union Road and Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said the plethora of road and transport projects undertaken by the Centre would go a long way in saving the nation from traffic congestion and pollution.

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Rape-accused Gayatri Prajapati's family approaches Governor Ram Naik

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:09 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): After the Allahabad High Court cancelled the bail of rape accused Gayatri Prajapati, the family of the former Uttar Pradesh minister approached Governor Ram Naik, adding they would also go to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi if need be.

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64th National Film Awards: Sonam Kapoor amazes with her traditional look

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Sonam Kapoor is known for setting new fashion trends each time she makes a public appearance, and for an occasion like the National Film Awards, she made sure that today was not an exception.

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BJP accuses of Mamata of forcing tribal couple to join TMC

Updated: May 03, 2017 20:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of putting pressure on tribal couple Gita Mahali and Raju Mahali to join the Trinamool Congress (TMC).

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L&T Technology reports 13.1 pct growth in revenue, EBITDA at 18 pct

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:57 IST

Mumbai [India],May 3 (ANI-Businesswire India): L & T Technology Services Limited announced its results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2017.

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Logistic honchos laud Centre for brining supply chain costs down

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Companies and manufacturers involved with the transport and logistics sectors in India have lauded the Centre for taking steps to bring down supply chain costs.

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How 'Baahubali' turned out to be a game changer in Indian cinema

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): S.S. Rajamouli's magnum opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' continues to shatter records day after day, and not just nationally.

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Kerala Govt. files petition against reinstatement of ex-DGP Senkumar

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Kerala government on Wednesday filed a modification petition before the Supreme Court seeking clarification on its order to reinstate T.P. Senkumar as the state police chief.

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Shiv Sena slams Centre for 'failing to give befitting reply to Pak'

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:50 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Wednesday criticised the Centre for being silent on the recent Krishna Ghati incident.

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Mehbooba appeals to J-K youth to restore peace

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:50 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 3 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday appealed to the youth of the state to help restore peace.

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AIIMS doctors to undergo self-defence training from taekwondo experts

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): To counter acts of violence against the medical fraternity, resident doctors at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) will be given self-defence training by professionals with black belt in taekwondo, starting May 15.

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64th National Film Awards: Akshay Kumar, 'Neerja' felicitated by President Mukherjee

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee honoured the winners of 64th National Film awards today.

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Murray expects Sharapova to get Wimbledon wildcard

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:47 IST

Wellington [New Zealand], May 3 (ANI): While Maria Sharapova is still waiting to hear if she can play at the French Open, world number one Andy Murray has said that he expects the Russian tennis player to receive a wildcard for Wimbledon qualifying if she fails to make it through her ranking.

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Suspension is AAP's decision: Amanatullah Khan

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): In the wake of his suspension by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Delhi legislator Amanatullah Khan said he was unaware of the reason behind it.

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Kabul: ISIS claims responsibility for attack on NATO convoy

Updated: May 03, 2017 19:12 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 3 (ANI): The ISIS-Khurasan, an offshoot of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terror group, has claimed responsibility for the deadly suicide attack that targetted a convoy of the Resolute Support Mission forces led by the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in Kabul.

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Court adjourns Virbhadra Singh DA case hearing till May 6

Updated: May 03, 2017 18:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Patiala House Court on Wednesday adjourned the Disproportionate Assets (DA) case involving Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh to May 6.

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Gunmen loot two banks in Pulwama district

Updated: May 03, 2017 18:38 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 3 (ANI): Gunmen today looted two banks, in separate incidents, in South Kashmir's Pulwama district, within few hours.

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Trump has historic opportunity to solve Israel-Palestine conflict: Hamas

Updated: May 03, 2017 18:32 IST

New York [U.S.A.], May 3 (ANI): Palestinian militant outfit Hamas chief Khaled Meshaal has said that United States President Donald Trump has an 'historic opportunity' to pressurise Israel to find an "equitable solution" for the Palestinian people.

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President Ghani responds to Kabul suicide attack

Updated: May 03, 2017 18:31 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 3 (ANI): Afghanistan President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani strongly reacted at the suicide attack in Kabul, stating that the terror groups were hiding their defeats by conducting such attacks.

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JK Rowling apologises for killing Prof. Snape in 'Deathly Hollows'

Updated: May 03, 2017 18:13 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Harry Potter helmer JK Rowling has apologised for the moment that made millions of Pottermores really sad - death of Professor Severus Snape.

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Magnum Ice Cream, TheLabelLife tie-up to create limited edition fashion collection

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): After collaborating with some of the most reputed designers from around the globe, fashion world's food favorite - MAGNUM® Ice Cream is now ready to put its most fashionable foot forward here in India too. Today, the premium ice cream brand announced its association with leading fashion brand, TheLabelLife.com.

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2017 witnessed 5,000-fold decrease in largest spam botnet mailings

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): According to Kaspersky Lab's Spam and phishing in Q1 2017 report, the world's largest spam botnet and Necurs demonstrated a relative decline in its fraudulent mailshot traffic. In December 2016, Kaspersky Lab's spam traps detected over 35 million fraudulent mail shots but in March 2017 that number fell to almost 7,000.

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Lanka can win Champions Trophy: Allan Donald

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:37 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 3 (ANI): Former South African paceman Allan Donald, who has recently been appointed as Sri Lanka's interim fast bowling coach, believes the current Angelo Mathews-led side have the potential to win this year's Champions Trophy beginning June 2 in England and Wales.

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Sports, terrorism cannot go hand in hand: India tells Pakistan

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): With the Indian High Commission denying visas to Pakistani wrestlers to participate in the Asian Wrestling Championship being held in India, Minister of Sports Vijay Goel on Wednesday said terrorism and sports cannot go hand in hand and Islamabad need to understand this fact.

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Mandeep's hat-trick helps India edge past Japan in Azlan Shah Cup

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:31 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 3 (ANI): It was Mandeep Singh who stole the match from Japan with an incredible hat-trick of goals to ensure the India men's hockey team a sensational 4-3 win in a nerve-gripping fourth robin-round encounter here at the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Tournament 2017 on Wednesday.

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Jio hits numero one spot with download speed of 18.48Mbps in March

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on announced that Reliance Jio has topped the charts of mobile networks in March by registering an all-time high download speed of 18.48 mega-bites-per-second (Mbps).

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May vows to be tough during Brexit talks

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:28 IST

London [United Kingdom], May 3 (ANI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has promised to be tough with European Union (EU) Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on talks related Britain's exit from the Eurpoean Union.

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Rs. 1 lakh fine for those dumping waste on Ramganga banks: NGT

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal on Wednesday announced that anyone found dumping hazardous waste on the banks of the River Ramganga in Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh would have to pay Rs. 1 lakh as environment compensation.

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SC dismisses petition of death row convict Vasant Dupare

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a review petition of death row convict Vasant Dupare, who was given a death sentence for rape and murder of a minor in 2008.

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Nawaz Sharif's daughter triggers Twitter war over Panamagate

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:16 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 3 (ANI): Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam Nawaz triggered a war on twitter with German investigative reporter Bastian Obermayer, who investigated the Panama Papers, by terming the scandal 'crap'.

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Sushant Singh Rajput, Kendall Jenner dazzle Vogue cover

Updated: May 03, 2017 17:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Sushant Singh Rajput, who is having a golden run in Bollywood, is in no mood to stop, as the actor has now graced the cover of Vogue India with none other than supermodel Kendall Jenner.

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ICC launches mobile app ahead of Champions Trophy

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:48 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 3 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday launched its cricket mobile app with a host of attractive features that will take fan experience to a new level during the upcoming Champions Trophy to be held in England and Wales from 1-18 June.

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Couple that hosted Amit Shah joins TMC

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:48 IST

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], May 3 (ANI): A couple at whose residence Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Amit Shah dined a few days ago, joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Wednesday.

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Half Girlfriend, Roposo join hands on social media

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Arjun Kapoor-Sraddha Kapoor starrer 'Half Girlfriend' has already struck a chord with the audience for its pleasant music compositions and youthful appeal.

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Azlan Shah Cup: Mandeep's hat-trick helps India edge past Japan

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:38 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 3 (ANI): Forward Mandeep Singh struck a brilliant hat-trick as the Indian men's hockey team edged past Japan 4-3 in their fourth round-robin league encounter of the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Ipoh on Wednesday.

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Scholars call for peace and development in Afghanistan

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): In an international conference recently held in New Delhi on Dara Shikoh's contribution and initiatives in bringing spiritual homogenization of Hinduism and Islam, saw scholars from Afghanistan, the United States, Iran

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IITLS 2017 to take Indian transport and logistic firms global

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:28 IST

New Delhi, May 3 (ANI): Over 120 government and private companies will be showcasing their products and services during the three-day India Integrated Transport and Logistics Summit (IITLS) 2017 being held here.

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NGT summons U'khand environment secy

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Wednesday summoned the Uttarakhand's environment secretary on widening of Gangotri March for Chardham Yatra.

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Daddy Sasha's happiness is in Misha

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:09 IST

Mumbai [India], May 3 (ANI): Doting father Shahid Kapoor has already decided how he would like to shape the career of his eight-month-old daughter Misha!

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Pakistan creating havoc in Kashmir: J-K Dy. CM

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Condemning the mutilation of two Indian soldiers by the Pakistan Army along Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector of the Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Wednesday asserted that Pakistan was doing everything to create havoc in Kashmir.

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Police suspect honey-trap accused part of bigger racket

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): On the basis of the initial information emerging in the honey trapping case of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K.C. Patel, it has been revealed that the woman arrested in connection with this case is part of a bigger racket.

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Here're arrangements made for Bieber in India!

Updated: May 03, 2017 16:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): There is a lot of excitement for Grammy-winning artist, Justin Bieber's much awaited Purpose tour in India, which is just a few days away.

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Mobikwik 'Supercash' increases consumer retention

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): MobiKwik on Wednesday announced the launch of a loyalty initiative known as 'Supercash', which aims to promote digital payments.

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7th Junior Women's Hockey C'ship: Bengaluru ease past Goans 7-2

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:56 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): Hockey Bengaluru displayed a dominant performance as they clinched a comfortable 7-2 win over Goans Hockey in their final Pool D encounter at the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'B' Division here on Wednesday.

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PM Modi inaugurates Patanjali Research Institute in Haridwar

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:53 IST

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], May 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the Patanjali Research Institute here in the presence of Yoga guru Baba Ramdev.

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Tiger's 'burning bright' in hot photoshoot

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Tiger Shroff is indeed 'burning brigh'!

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Once 'world's heaviest woman' Eman Ahmed to fly to U.A.E tomorrow

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:47 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 (ANI): Once known as the world's heaviest woman, Eman Ahmed, is set to be discharged from the Saifee hospital here tomorrow and be shifted to the Burjeel Hospital in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Haryana's Textile Policy to boost investments, spur development of textile sector

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Credit rating agency ICRA on Wednesday announced that the Haryana state government recently announced the state specific Textile Policy on April 2017 that aims for integrated development of the textile industry with the state, at the same time remove the current mismatch across the value chain.

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IT summons TN Health Minister's wife

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:26 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Income Tax (IT) department on Wednesday issued summons to Tamil Nadu Health Minister C. Vijayabaskar's wife.

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SC raps TN Govt. on K Kamraj land cheating case

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday rapped the Tamil Nadu Government for not initiating a probe against state food minister K. Kamraj, who is an accused in a Rs 30 lakh land cheating case.

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Rahul Gandhi wants me to retain my post: Ajay Maken

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The president of the Delhi unit of the Congress party, Ajay Maken, on Wednesday revealed that party vice-president Rahul Gandhi had expressed satisfaction over the results in the recently held Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections and wanted him to stay on in his current post.

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Amanatullah's suspension ends rift in AAP, Vishwas promoted

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The rift in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seems to be nearing its conclusive end.

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Uttar Pradesh special task force raid petrol pumps in Gorakhpur

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:14 IST

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): A Uttar Pradesh Police Special Task Force (STF) raided over a dozen petrol pumps on Wednesday to check the sudden spurt of petrol theft in the state.

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Rohingya Muslims 'abused': Myanmar rejects UN interference

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:12 IST

London [U.K.] May 3 (ANI): Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has rejected the United Nations Human Rights Council's (UNHRC) decision to investigate allegations of crimes and inhumane treatment by Myanmar's security forces against minority Rohingya Muslims.

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Mumbai Catholic associations protest over demolition of cross

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:05 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May. 3 (ANI): Mumbai Catholic Associations on Wednesday held a silent protest against the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) after they demolished a 122-year old holy cross in the city's Bazar Road area.

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SC asks TN Govt. to file report on farmers' suicide

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:05 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Tamil Nadu Government to file a report on steps being taken to create awareness about Minimum Support Price (MSP) of all foodgrains.

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Salman shares his excitement for 'Tubelight' teaser

Updated: May 03, 2017 15:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): With just a day left for the release of teaser of Bollywood movie 'Tubelight', Salman Khan, has shared his excitement by giving fans a new poster for his much-awaited film.

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CoA to BCCI: Champions Trophy withdrawal not in best interest of Indian cricket

Updated: May 03, 2017 14:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): With speculations going around that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) might pull out of Champions Trophy in the act of their defiance against the ICC's revised financial model, the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) has called on the cricket board's office-bearers to refrain from making any drastic decision which is not in the interest of the Indian cricket.

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Look out for outdoor adventure in Washington D.C.

Updated: May 03, 2017 14:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): It you are in the USA's capital region and craving for some outdoor adventures, then there's no need to leave the city.

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Trump's pick for China Ambassador promises to mend US-China ties

Updated: May 03, 2017 14:43 IST

Washington D.C. (United States), May 3 ANI: US President Donald Trump's pick for Ambassador to China ,Terry Branstad, expressed confidence to take ties between Washington and Beijing in a positive direction.

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PeeCee welcomes 'inimitable' Katrina on Instagram

Updated: May 03, 2017 14:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Ever since Katrina Kaif made her Instagram debut, she has been the talk of the social world with B-town celebs welcoming her on the platform.

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Afghan warlord Hekmatyar to arrive in Kabul on Thursday

Updated: May 03, 2017 14:23 IST

Kabul (Afghanistan),May 3 ANI: Notorious Afghan warlord and the leader of Hezb-e-Islami Gulbuddin Hekmatyar will arrive in Kabul on Thursday.

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Cow vigilantism: SC asks five states to file counter affidavits

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned the matter concerning the ban on 'gau rakshaks' for six weeks.

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FIR against six Hindu Yuva Vahini members for murdering Muslim man

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:56 IST

Bulandshahr (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): An FIR has been registered against six members of the Hindu Yuva Vahini, over allegedly killing a Muslim man for his role in the elopement of a Hindu girl in Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh.

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Madhya Pradesh Assembly passes GST Bill

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Madhya Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday unanimously passed the Goods and Service Tax (GST) Bill.

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Platinum Jewelry dominates Met Gala; style a notch higher with platinum

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:48 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI-NewsVoir): The red carpet of Met Gala sizzled with the who's who of Glamour industry wearing the rare and enduring platinum. The leading jewelry brands such as Harry Winston, Fred Leighton, and Neil Lane styled the top listed celebrities in the precious platinum.

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British Royals seek $1.6 m over Kate Middleton's topless photos trial

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 3 (ANI): Kate Middleton and Prince William are seeking 1.3 million pounds in damages from the French magazine, Closer, which published topless photos of the Duchess of Cambridge in 2012, while on vacation in Provence, France at a chateau owned by Queen Elizabeth II's nephew, Lord Linley.

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Book's content help preschoolers learn vocabulary better

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:40 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 3 (ANI): The content of a children's book predicts how well children understand a story, finds a new study.

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MindHour announces launch of study tabs

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): MindHour, one of the fastest growing Edu-tech startups, is excited to announce the launch of its newest product, "MindHour Study Tabs", an offline self-study support offering simplified learning experience. A great help for the students of Class 6-10, ICSE and CBSE boards seeking a smart way of after-school support.

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Rajnath Singh reviews internal security situation

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday reviewed overall security situation in Jammu and Kashmir for the third consecutive day today.

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Coursera appoints Raghav Gupta as India Country Director

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): World's leading online education company Coursera on Wednesday announced the appointment of Raghav Gupta as India Country Director.

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Petra Kvitova returns to tennis court after knife attack

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:18 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 3 (ANI): Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, who suffered a serious hand injury four months ago, has finally returned to the tennis court.

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Pakistan eyeing collaborating with Delhi, Kabul over water management

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:16 IST

Lahore (Pakistan) ,May 3 (ANI):At a time when tensions between India and Pakistan are at an all time high, Islamabad is planning to hold joint mechanism with India and Afghanistan for joint watershed management and trans-boundary aquifer sharing, to minimize the negative impact of development projects.

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MYSUN names Ashit Maru as one of its founding members

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:16 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): MYSUN, the innovative rooftop solar solutions provider focused on delivering advanced and reliable rooftop solar power solutions to consumers in the residential, commercial and industrial segments, today announced that it has appointed Ashit Maru as one of its founding members.

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Hyderabad: Army Major arrested in dowry death case

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:08 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Hyderabad Police on Wednesday arrested an Army Major in connection with the death of his wife, who allegedly committed suicide in a dowry case.

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'Exercise pill' to keep work-out at bay?

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:02 IST

London [UK], May 3 (ANI): For those, who cannot undergo fitness training, 'exercise pill' may work as magic for them!

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MEA summons Abdul Basit, demands action against Pak Army soldiers responsible

Updated: May 03, 2017 13:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday summoned Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit, and demanded action against the Pakistan Army personnel responsible for the mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers at Krishna Ghati sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Gemalto finalizes acquisition of 3M's Identity Management Business

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Gemalto on Wednesday announced the closing of the acquisition of 3M's Identity Management Business after approval by the relevant regulatory and antitrust authorities.

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Kabul: At least eight killed in suicide Attack on NATO convoy

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:30 IST

Kabul (Afghanistan),May. 3 (ANI):A suicide bombing targeted a NATO convoy near the US embassy in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Wednesday morning, killing at least eight people and injuring 22 others.

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Triple Talaq case: SC permits Salman Khurshid to be Amicus Curiae

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:21 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed senior lawyer and former law minister Salman Khurshid to be an Amicus Curiae in the ongoing Triple Talaq case.

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Here's what led to Cook's exit as Test captain

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:18 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 3 (ANI): Former England skipper Alastair Cook has finally opened up about his decision to step down as Test skipper, saying he started doubting his leadership skills after the drawn four-match series against Pakistan in 2016.

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Celebs react to Jimmy Kimmel's monologue regarding newborn's surgery

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:18 IST

New York [US], May 3 (ANI): Many celebrities took to social media to offer support to Jimmy Kimmel, who, on Monday night, opened up about a health scare involving the newest member of his family.

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Free, vibrant press vital in democracy: PM Modi

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 3 (ANI): On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to stress on the importance of having a 'free and vibrant' press in a democracy.

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Designed for India: Do things faster using the new Google Maps Home Screen

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Starting this week, Google is rolling out a new home screen on Google Maps for Android, specifically designed for people in India. After you update to the latest version of Google Maps, you'll see newly added shortcuts on the home screen that help you explore the app in just a few quick taps.

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Mumbai: CBI arrests IT Commissioner (Appeals) for accepting bribe

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:02 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested Mumbai Income Tax Commissioner (Appeals) B.B. Rajendra Prasad on charges of accepting bribes.

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AIIB approves USD 160 million-loan to India

Updated: May 03, 2017 12:02 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on Wednesday approved a loan amount of USD160 million in support of the Andhra Pradesh 24x7 Power project, with an objective to strengthen the power transmission and distribution system in the state.

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Manoj Tiwari's house ransacked: Delhi Police Assistant Sub -Inspector suspended

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): A Delhi Police Assistant Sub -Inspector has been suspended until the completion of inquiry in the case of Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Manoj Tiwari's house being ransacked.

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K'taka: WhatsApp admin arrested for offensive posts on PM Modi

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:55 IST

Bhatkal (Karnataka) [India], May 3 (ANI): Karnataka Police has arrested the administrator of a WhatsApp group and two other persons, for sharing morphed photos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Child's love may lower dementia risk in seniors

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:42 IST

London [UK], May 3 (ANI): Relationship with your adult children and spouse is linked to the chances of dementia.

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Trump to meet Republicans over fate of Obamacare

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:04 IST

Washington [US], May 3 (ANI): The Trump administration will attempt to repeal and replace Obamacare, as it is scheduled to meet two House Republicans, Billy Long and Fred Upton.

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44% women assist husbands with skin cancer self-exams: Study

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:04 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 3 (ANI): A survey finds, less than fifty percent women help their husbands with skin cancer detection.

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Those in favour of India can't adjust with Kejriwal: BJP

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:04 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Manoj Tiwari on Wednesday scoffed at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the ongoing infighting within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), saying it is the direct result of the 'pity politics' carried out by the party.

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Pak's fielding, not Amir should be blamed for his lack of wickets: Shoaib Malik

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:04 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 3 (ANI): Veteran Pakistan all-rounder Shoaib Malik has heaped praise on Mohammad Amir, saying the efforts and the economy of the pacer has been top notch ever since his return to the national team after serving a five-year ban for spot-fixing.

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PM Modi offers prayers at Kedarnath Temple

Updated: May 03, 2017 11:04 IST

Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) [India], May 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday offered prayers at the sacred Himalayan shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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And 1st South Indian actor to debut at Madame Tussauds is.

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Neither Thalaivaa Rajinikanth, nor super talented Kamal Haasan, it is Baahubali Prabhas who has made his way to the Madame Tussauds, Bangkok.

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Azhar, Misbah help Pakistan tighten grip on Barbados Test

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:25 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 3 (ANI): A brilliant century from opener Azhar Ali and a resilient 99-run knock from skipper Misbah-ul-Haq saw Pakistan tighten the grip on the second Test after the third day's play against West Indies here at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Tuesday.

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NHRC issues notice to Delhi Police in shelter molestation case

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:22 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a notice to the Delhi Police and the state government after several teenage girl inmates of a shelter home in accused some staff members of molesting and injecting them with drugs.

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Blame on hormone for your crave of sweets!

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:22 IST

Washington DC [US] , May 3 (ANI): Do you have a sweet tooth? Do you indulge in chocolates?

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Kim K reveals why Yeezy gave Met Gala a miss

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:14 IST

Washington D.C.[USA], May 3 (ANI): TV reality star Kim Kardashian West raised eyebrows when she graced Met Gala 2017, sans husband Kanye West.

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Trump calls out own FBI Director for giving 'free pass' to Hillary

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:14 IST

New York [U.S.], May. 3 (ANI): In a series of tweets, President Donald Trump revisited his 2016 victory over Hillary Clinton, while taking on his own FBI director James Comey as well.

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Kabul: Blast near U.S. Embassy, casualties feared

Updated: May 03, 2017 10:14 IST

Kabul [Afghanistan], May 3 (ANI): A massive blast has been reported near the United States embassy and a NATO compound in Kabul, Afghanistan on Wednesday morning.

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Key to weight loss: 8 Hour Diet

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:47 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 3 (ANI): Why do you worry about calorie counting or limiting carbs? If you are planning to diet, then just eat cross fewer hours each day.

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NITI Aayog's proposal will destroy regional parties: Lalu Yadav

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:36 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 3 (ANI): Asserting that NITI Aayog's proposal is an attempt to completely destroy regional leadership, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav stated that the plan will solely benefit the upper class.

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Ronaldo's hat-trick helps Real outclass Atletico in Champions League

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:32 IST

Madrid [Spain], May 3 (ANI): Star striker Cristiano Ronaldo scored yet another hat-trick as Real Madrid outclassed Atletico Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Tuesday.

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Move on from UP victory, save our soldiers: Shiv Sena to PM Modi

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Wednesday continued its assault on the Centre over the mutilation of Indian soldiers by the Pakistani Army, putting onus on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reveal how serious he is about tackling the matter on an international level.

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KRK labels Rana Daggubati 'brainless'

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The self proclaimed film critic Kamaal R Khan, who has been blocked by Rana Daggubati after the former gave his verdict on 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion', has now called the actor 'brainless'.

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Ahead of election, UK Parliament officially dissolved

Updated: May 03, 2017 09:00 IST

New York [United States], May. 3 (ANI): The British Parliament dissolved officially on Wednesday and has halted all proceedings until after the general election on June 8th.

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Mathura: Village to fine cow killers, girls using mobile phones

Updated: May 03, 2017 08:38 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): The Panchayat of Mathura's Madora village on Wednesday ordered the imposition of a hefty penalty on anyone who indulges in cow slaughter and also on girls who use mobile phones while walking on the street.

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J-K: Second ceasefire violation by Pakistan in 48 hours

Updated: May 03, 2017 07:54 IST

Mankote (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 3 (ANI): Pakistan continued to provoke India for the second time in 48 hours, after it violated the ceasefire in Mendhar's Mankote area in Jammu and Kashmir in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

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Shopian: Terrorists barge into police post, decamp with five rifles

Updated: May 03, 2017 07:43 IST

Srinagar [India], May. 3 (ANI): Suspected terrorists barged inside a police post guarding the court complex of southern Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir late on Tuesday night, and decamped with five service rifles.

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Clinton blames FBI director, WikiLeaks for her election loss

Updated: May 03, 2017 07:36 IST

New York [United States], May 3 (ANI): Former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has blamed Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director and WikiLeaks for her loss in last year's White House race.

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Sniper kills Russian military advisor in Syria

Updated: May 03, 2017 06:34 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 3 (ANI): A Russian military advisor was killed in Syria after a militant sniper opened gunfire at a unit of the Syrian Army, Defense Ministry of Russia said in a report on Tuesday.

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Do fashion mannequins influence self image?

Updated: May 03, 2017 06:34 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 3 (ANI): We might not realize it but mannequins not only play a crucial role in the fashion industry but also influence the consumer's self-image.

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How helpful is fasting on alternate days?

Updated: May 03, 2017 06:34 IST

London [UK], May 3 (ANI): The two weight-loss techniques that are trending these days are alternate-day fasting or counting daily calories. A new obesity study suggests either approach can be effective for weight loss.

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Spicer storms out of press briefing without taking questions

Updated: May 03, 2017 05:41 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 3 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on Tuesday stunned the media after he left his press briefing without taking any questions.

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BJP unable to protect soldiers or border: Congress

Updated: May 03, 2017 04:54 IST

New Delhi [India] May 3 (ANI): Backing former defence minister A.K. Antony's statement where he called on the Centre to give a free hand to the Indian Army in giving an 'appropriate reply' to the mutilation of two Indian soldiers' bodies by Pakistan, the Congress Party on Wednesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is neither able to protect the border nor the bodies of soldiers who are sacrificing their lives.

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India will give befitting reply to 'inhumane' Pak: BJP

Updated: May 03, 2017 04:50 IST

New Delhi/Mumbai [India] May 3 (ANI): Expressing grave concern over Pakistan's barbaric act in Jammu and Kashmir, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said for every life that has been lost of the soldiers or mutilated, there will be a befitting reply from the Indian Government.

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Trump, Putin discuss ending Syria war amid ongoing tensions

Updated: May 03, 2017 04:31 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 3 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephonic conversation on Tuesday discussed about ending the ongoing war in Syria for the first time since the former had ordered a missile strike on Syrian military airfield last month.

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BJP calls A.K. Antony's statement 'ironical'

Updated: May 03, 2017 04:00 IST

New Delhi [India] May 3 (ANI): Slamming former defence minister A.K. Antony's statement where he called the Centre to give a free hand to the Indian Army in giving an 'appropriate reply' to Pakistan's barbaric act in Jammu and Kashmir, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said the remark is ironical as neither the former nor former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh had a free hand to run the UPA government during the tenure.

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ISIS attack on refugee camp kills 32 in Syria

Updated: May 03, 2017 02:58 IST

Damascus [Syria], May 3 (ANI): As many as 32 persons were killed and several others injured in a suicide attack by Islamic State of Iraq and the Syria (ISIS) militants on a refugee camp in Syria's Hasakeh province, local media reports said.

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Police department vacancies: Hearing continues in SC today

Updated: May 03, 2017 02:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Wednesday hear the petition filed by lawyer, Manish Kumar, seeking to fill up various posts of police department in many states.

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SC to hear plea against Aadhar link with PAN

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Wednesday hear a petition against Aadhar link with Permanent Account Number (PAN).

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PM Modi to visit Uttarakhand today

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:41 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttarakhand on Wednesday.

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Trump calls for 'good shutdown' to fix mess in Senate

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump has called for a 'good shutdown' in September to fix the "mess" in the Senate.

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President Mukherjee to present 64th National Film Awards

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will give way the 64th National Film Awards in New Delhi on Wednesday.

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Kejriwal, Sisodia making efforts to convince Kumar Vishwas

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:03 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 3 (ANI): With the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) facing a rift, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia are making efforts to convince co-founder member Kumar Vishwas, who had hinted at breaking up from the party here.

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Erdogan to meet Putin in Sochi today

Updated: May 03, 2017 01:00 IST

Moscow (Russia), May 3 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan today in Sochi.

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BRAHMOS shows impeccable accuracy in latest launch by Indian Army

Updated: May 03, 2017 00:49 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Indian Army has successfully test fired an advanced version of BRAHMOS land-attack cruise missile in the eastern sector, revalidating the formidable weapon's precision strike capability.

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Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind defends Assam Accord-1985 in SC

Updated: May 03, 2017 00:29 IST

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, under the leadership of its national president Qari Syed Mohammed Usman Mansoorpuri, general secretary Maulana Syed Mahmood Asad Madani and Maulana Badruddin Ajmal (M.P.), president, Assam state Ja

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Braveheart's son refuses to perform last rites until UP CM arrives

Updated: May 03, 2017 00:09 IST

Deoria (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 3 (ANI): The son of Border Security Force (BSF) head constable Prem Sagar, who lost his life in the ceasefire violation by Pakistan on Monday, has said that the last rites of his father would not be performed until Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath arrives at their hometown.

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Army Chief visits forward areas in Kashmir

Updated: May 02, 2017 23:56 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Bipin Rawat on Tuesday visited the frontier areas in North Kashmir and interacted with commanders and troops deployed along the Line of Control (LoC).

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Hyderabad: Abuse victim freed from Saudi employer, returns home

Updated: May 02, 2017 23:54 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 2 (ANI): With the help of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, a victim of abuse returned to Hyderabad from Saudi Arabia after being subjected to over six months of torture by her employer.

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Chechnya gay persecution: Merkel urges Putin to take measures

Updated: May 02, 2017 23:41 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 2 (ANI): German Chancelloer Angela Merkel has raised concerns over the reported persecution of gay men in Chechnya with Russian President Vladimir Putin, following a meeting in Sochi.

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France: Five held, weapons seized in anti-terror raid

Updated: May 02, 2017 23:03 IST

Paris [France], May 2 (ANI): French Anti-Terror Police on Tuesday arrested four men and one woman and seized weapons in raids days before the presidential election run-off.

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President Mukherjee calls for 'collective' action against terrorism

Updated: May 02, 2017 22:54 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): With the tension escalating between India and Pakistan after two Indian soldiers' ^bodies were mutilated by the latter's Army, President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday said that collective action against terrorism should not be postponed by the international community.

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Prakash Javadekar launches Vidya Veerta Abhiyan

Updated: May 02, 2017 22:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Human Resource Development Prakash Javadekar on Tuesday launched the Vidya Veerta Abhiyan here.

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Putin meets Merkel, denies election meddling

Updated: May 02, 2017 22:38 IST

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 2 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday denied that Moscow ever interfered in elections in other countries.

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Pak proving to be 'rogue state': Naidu

Updated: May 02, 2017 22:05 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 2 (ANI): In the aftermath of the series of attacks launched on the Indian Armed Forces over the last six months, Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu, while addressing a press conference here on Tuesday, said Pakistan was proving to be a 'rogue state'.

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Fatemi rejects involvement in Dawn Leaks in farewell letter

Updated: May 02, 2017 22:05 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): In a farewell letter addressed to his colleagues at the Foreign Office, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's special assistant on foreign affairs Tariq Fatemi has rejected all allegations leveled against him in connection with the Dawn leaks.

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Stop 'Mann ki Baat', start 'Gun ki Baat': Uddhav Thackeray to PM Modi

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:50 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 (ANI): Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has joined the line of politicians criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Centre over their "inaction" towards the recent mutilation of two Indian soldiers carried out by the Pakistan Army in the Krishna Ghati sector on Jammu and Kashmir.

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Pak wrestlers denied visas to participate in championship in India

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): The Indian High Commission has reportedly denied visas to Pakistani wrestlers who were to represent their country in the Asian Wrestling Championship being held in India between May 10 and 14.

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Pak SC special bench to monitor Panamagate JIT proceedings

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:46 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): Pakistan's Supreme Court on Tuesday announced the formation of a special bench to closely monitor the working of the joint investigation team (JIT) in Panamagate.

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Aircel-Maxis case: ED files revision petition against discharge of accused

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate filed a revision petition in the Delhi High Court challenging special 2G trial court order discharging all accused including Maran brothers in Aircel-Maxis deal case.

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Pak says India has scuttled opportunities for dialogue on Kashmir

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:20 IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Tuesday said India has "scuttled all opportunities for meaningful dialogue" on Kashmir over the past two decades.

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Rift in AAP widens, Sisodia slams Vishwas for his statement

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The rift in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seems to widening with each passing day. Slamming senior party leader Kumar Vishwas' public statement, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Tuesday said that the former should not have spoken up about the party's internal matter to the media.

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I-League: Sunil Chhetri bags 'Hero of the League' award

Updated: May 02, 2017 21:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Bengaluru FC captain Sunil Chhetri, who smashed seven goals in the recently-concluded edition of the I-League, has clinched the most coveted `Hero of the League` award.

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ED registers fresh PMLA case against Ponzi scam accused

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday slapped fresh charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) against Anubhav Mittal, the prime accused in the ongoing ponzi scam case.

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Chhattisgarh auctions India's most expensive limestone block

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:48 IST

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Chhattisgarh successfully auctioned its third limestone block, Kesla-II, today.

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PM Modi's EPI: J.P. Nadda sets example

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:37 IST

Ghughar (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda set an exemplary precedent of humanity for other ministers and dignitaries to follow.

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Sports Ministry sets May 15 deadline for FIFA U-17 WC preparations

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): As India prepare to host the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in October, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel has ordered that all facilities for the football gala event should be ready by May 15.

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Aadhaar made mandatory to check fake PAN cards: Centre to SC

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Centre on Tuesday defended in the Supreme Court its decision of making Aadhaar mandatory for Permanent Account Number (PAN) and also for filing tax returns, citing that it was done to curb the use of fake PAN cards across the country.

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IFS trainees call on PM Modi

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Forty one officer trainees of the 2016 batch of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday.

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7th Sub-Junior Hockey C'ship: Assam trounce Gujarat 21-1

Updated: May 02, 2017 20:00 IST

Bengaluru [India], May 2 (ANI): Assam Hockey produced a superlative performance as they thrashed Hockey Gujarat 21-1 in their Pool B clash at the 7th Sub Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Men) 'B' Division here on Tuesday.

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7th Junior Women's Hockey C'ship: Bengal beat Puducherry 12-0

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:43 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Bengal Hockey Association hammered Hockey Puducherry 12-0 as the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'B' Division concluded its final round of pool games here on Tuesday.

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PM Modi expresses concern over revised Australian visa programme

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed "grave" concern about the impact of changes in Australian visa programme on skilled Indians.

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President Mukherjee pitches for enhanced higher education in India

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:43 IST

Phagwara (Punjab) [India], May 2 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday reiterated his call for enhancing the quality of basic as well as applied research in institutions of higher learning in India.

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Amanatullah just a mask: Kumar Vishwas

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 02 (ANI): A day after Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Amanatullah Khan resigned from the party's Political Affairs Committee (PAC) following his accusation on party leader Kumar Vishwas that he was 'planted by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)', the latter launched a scathing attack at him, asserting that whatever he was saying were not his words, adding that he should have been thrown out of the party long before.

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Asian Boxing C'ship : Shiva Thapa punches his way into quarters

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:27 IST

Tashkent [Uzbekistan], May 2 (ANI): Indian boxer Shiva Thapa stormed into the quarter-finals of the Asian Boxing Championship after defeating Kyrgyzstan's Omurbek Malabekov in the Men's 60 kg weight category here on Tuesday.

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Justice Karnan directs to issue NBW against seven SC judges, including CJI

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan on Tuesday directed the court's registrar to issue non-bailable warrant against seven Supreme Court judges.

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MP Govt. changes financial year to January-December

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:27 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Following Prime Minister's resolution to amend the fiscal year period to January till December, the Madhya Pradesh Government on Tuesday implemented the same, scheduling the state budget to be presented in the month of December.

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Kyocera introduces 'Magic Drill DRV' at reduced cost

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:27 IST

Tokyo [Japan], May 2 (ANI): Kyocera Corporation announced today that it has developed a new line of indexable modular drills, Magic Drill DRV, to be used mainly for hole drilling in the machine tool business.

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Erdogan to meet Putin in Sochi

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:20 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 2 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on May 3 in Sochi.

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Jaitley to Navy: Preparedness is best deterrent

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:20 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday reminded naval commanders that preparedness is the best deterrent.

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Rajnath Singh chairs meeting to aid drought-affected Rajasthan

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday chaired a high-level committee meeting for central assistance to Rajasthan in the wake of drought that took place last year.

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Filed suit to prevent defamation in future: Sushil Modi

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:03 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 2 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Kumar Modi, who filed a defamation case against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) national spokesperson Manoj Jha and state spokesperson Chitranjan Gagan, on Tuesday said that he wanted action against the duo so that nobody tried to tarnish anyone's image in future.

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Pak can't justify such acts: Vice Chief of Army Staff

Updated: May 02, 2017 19:03 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): A day after Pakistani troops killed two Indian soldiers and mutilated their bodies near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt. General Sarath Chand on Tuesday said that Pakistan cannot justify this and also questioned that who did such a shameful act, if not the forces.

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Govt. must 'walk the talk': AIMIM chief Owaisi

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:51 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 2 (ANI): Lashing out at the Centre over the mutilation of two Indian soldiers in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector by the Pakistan Army, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) party chief Asaduddin Owaisi asked the Centre to hold a dialogue, instead of sloganeering.

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Jaitley meets PM Modi over mutilation of Indian soldiers

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here today and apprised him about the situation on the LoC after the recent mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers by the Pakistan Army at Krishna Ghati sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

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PeeCee posts uber sweet message on The Rock's b`day

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The world has witnessed numerous instances of the lovable camaraderie between Priyanka Chopra and her 'Baywatch' co-star Dwayne Johnson.

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Act against 'coward' Pak, says Dalbir Kaur

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:39 IST

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], May 2 (ANI): Dalbir Kaur, the sister of Sarabjit Singh, who died in a Pakistan jail in 2013, on Tuesday asked the Centre to act firmly against a 'Coward' Islamabad for mutilating the bodies of two Indian soldiers.

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Azlan Shah Cup 2017: India go down fighting against Aussies

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:35 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 2 (ANI): A resilient India went down fighting 1-3 against defending champions Australia in a thrilling third round-robin league encounter at the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey Tournament 2017 here on Tuesday.

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Trump administration cancels Michelle Obama's programmes

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:30 IST

Washington (Washington) [U.S.], May 2 (ANI): The Trump administration struck off two of former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama's programmes.

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Leading ladies takes the style a notch higher with Platinum

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:30 IST

New York [United States], May 2 (ANI-Newsvoir): The red carpet of Met Gala sizzled with the who's who of Glamour industry wearing the rare and enduring platinum. The leading jewelry brands such as Harry Winston, Fred Leighton, and Neil Lane styled the top listed celebrities in the precious platinum.

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Now, AAP youth wing in-charge accuses Vishwas of being 'in contact with Doval'

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:24 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): After Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Amanatullah Khan naming Kumar Vishwas as having been "planted by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)", party's youth wing in-charge Vandana Singh on Tuesday joined in and accused the national executive of the party of being in direct touch with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval.

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Vitamin D deficiency? Stop using sunscreens

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:22 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 2 (ANI): Results from a clinical review find nearly one billion people worldwide may have deficient or insufficient levels of vitamin D due to chronic disease and inadequate sun exposure related to sunscreen use.

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BCB bans bowler for conceding 92 runs off four balls

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:22 IST

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 2 (ANI): In one of a kind incident, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has punished two players for tarnishing the country's cricket image owing to their role in two controversial lower-tier league matches which were held last month.

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India's top defence experts expect major offensive against Pak

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:22 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): Defence experts here expect India to launch a major offensive against Pakistan following the retrieval of mutilated bodies of two Indian Army soldiers in the Krishna Ghati area of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.

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OyeKidhar launches App to live track food, transport

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:00 IST

Mumbai [India], May 2 (ANI-Newsvoir): OyeKidhar.com, a Mumbai based startup recently unveiled its delivery apps to help people live-track food delivery from the local restaurant. No more Oye Kidhar hai!

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Chennai's Amirta gives away awards to students

Updated: May 02, 2017 18:00 IST

Chennai [India], May 2 (ANI-Newsvoir): Chennai's Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management gave away academic awards, cash prizes and scholarships worth Rs. 7 lakhs to a total of 340 students of the institution as a gesture of encouragement and recognition for commitment to learning and competitive spirit, recently.

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Woman accused in BJP's K.C. Patel honey-trapping case arrested

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The woman, accused of honey-trapping Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K.C. Patel, was arrested by the Delhi Police on Tuesday.

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Palanisamy writes to PM Modi seeking release of fishermen, boats

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:51 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 2 (ANI): In the wake of the long-standing tussle regarding the fishermen taken into custody by the Sri Lankan authority, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palanisamy has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking assistance on the matter.

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PM Modi urges action against Benami property holders

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Addressing a review meeting with revenue officials of the Ministry of Finance here on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the officials to speed up the action to be taken against Benami property holders, according to Government sources.

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Axalta opens new India headquarters to support future growth

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI-BusinessWire India): Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings on Tuesday opened its new headquarters office for India located in Gurugram within the National Capital Region (NCR).

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India go down 1-3 against Aussies in Azlan Shah Cup

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:41 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 2 (ANI): The Indian men's hockey team on Tuesday failed to replicate the performance they showcased against New Zealand and slumped to a 1-3 defeat against defending champions Australia in their third round-robin league encounter of the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup here in Ipoh.

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Sushil Modi files defamation suit against RJD leader Manoj Jha

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:29 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 2 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushil Kumar Modi has filed a defamation case against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) national spokesperson Manoj Jha and state spokesperson Chitranjan Gagan for denting his image by levelling baseless charges against him of owning properties in Patna and outside the state.

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Time to speak in one voice, not politicise: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Updated: May 02, 2017 17:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Evading the question on former A.K. Antony's statement calling on the Centre to give a free hand to the Indian Army in giving an 'appropriate reply' to the mutilation of two Indian soldiers' bodies by Pakistan, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday asserted that it wasn't the time to politicise the matter, but to speak against terrorism in one voice.

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IRCTC to begin two new tour circuits for domestic travelers

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Indian Railway public sector undertaking - Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) - will launch two new circuits of its flagship luxury train Maharajas' Express, this year.

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Wait to end: 'BUS do din' for 'Tubelight' teaser

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The 'Sultan' of Bollywood is making full use of social media to keep the excitement surrounding his upcoming film 'Tubelight' alive.

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Lust for win responsible for increase in doping: NADA DG

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) Director General Navin Agarwal said on Tuesday that the problem of doping is rising because of players' tendency to win by hook or crook.

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Merkel to land in Russia today, Syria up for discussion

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:43 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 2 ANI: German Chancellor Angela Merkel is set to arrive in Russia on Tuesday to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin in the Black Sea resort city of Sochi.

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Rajnath Singh to inaugurate NPDRR meeting on May 15

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the second meeting of the National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR) here on May 15 and 16.

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Impact Guru, GlobalGiving tie-up to scale crowd funding in India

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Impact Guru, India's leading crowd funding platform for NGOs, medical and personal causes has entered into a strategic partnership with US and UK based GlobalGiving, the world's first and largest non-profit crowd funding platform.

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U.S. issues travel alert for Europe amid terrorism threats

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:37 IST

New York [United States], May 2 (ANI): The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel alert for American citizens travelling to Europe, cautioning them against terror threats in the aftermath of attacks in France, Russia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.

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Defence experts urge Govt., Army to take action against Pak

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): A day after Pakistani troops killed two Indian soldiers and mutilated their bodies near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, the defence experts on Tuesday urged the government and the Indi

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Bharti Enterprises appoints Soumen Ghosh as MD Financial Services

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Leading business groups Bharti Enterprises on Tuesday announced the appointment of Soumen Ghosh as Managing Director - Financial Services.

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Sheffield Hallam University proposes 68m pound waste to energy plant to Centre

Updated: May 02, 2017 16:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Hallam Energy, a research and consultancy group within the University's Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI), have consulted on a proposed new waste to energy plant in New Delhi - one of biggest cities in the world by population and where pollution is an increasingly major issue.

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Indian soldiers mutilated: Why is PM Modi silent, asks Congress

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:39 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Lashing out at the Centre over the lack of a full time Defence Minister, after the mutilation of two Indian soldiers in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Tuesday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his silence on the matter.

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Need all-party meeting to decide action against Pak: Shiv Sena

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 (ANI): The Shiv Sena on Tuesday urged the Centre to convene an all-party meeting in the national capital to discuss the course of action against Pakistan in wake of the barbaric mutilation of Indian soldiers.

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EVM row: Amit Shah invites Kejriwal to meet BJP's 'booth in-charge'

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Amit Shah on Tuesday called on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to meet their BJP booth in-charge to satisfy all his doubts over Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) malfunctions.

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Dinakaran booked by ED under PMLA

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:29 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 2 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against ousted All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader T.T.V. Dinakaran.

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Trump to hold talks with Putin today

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:29 IST

Moscow [Russia], May 2 (ANI): US President Donald Trump is set to hold telephonic talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday.

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Pankaj Tripathi's films bags awards in US

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Pankaj Tripathi, who has received rave reviews for his varied roles in films like 'Masaan,' 'Nil Battey Sannata,' 'Dilwale' and others, is achieving milestones in Hollywood.

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Over 8000 vehicles stranded at Torkham to enter Pakistan

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:27 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): Over 8,000 vehicles are stranded at the Afghanistan side of Torkham border awaiting for clearance to cross into Pakistan.

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Trump contemplating breaking up of nation's biggest banks

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:27 IST

Washington D.C. [US] May 2, (ANI): US President Donald Trump dropped a bombshell saying that he is contemplating breaking up of major Wall Street banks, a pledge that he made during presidential campaign.

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Treat yourself this summer with Cha Bar's special menu

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): To quench your thirst in this hot and humid season, visit Cha Bar, as they have introduced a summer special menu that comprises an impressive array of refreshing beverages.

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Pakistan Cup great for developing country's cricket: Fakhar Zaman

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:17 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 2 (ANI): Left-handed batsman Fakhar Zaman believes the recently-concluded Pakistan Cup will definitely serve as a platform in developing the country's cricket in the long run.

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Adjusting dose of antidepressants reduce fall risk in older adults

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:17 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 2 (ANI): Simply adjusting the dose of tranquilizers, antidepressants and pills of older adults with depressive symptoms, can reduce their fall risks, suggests a study.

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Only one incident of mutilation under Congress regime: AK Antony

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Calling on the Centre to give a free hand to the Indian Army in giving an 'appropriate reply' to Pakistan's barbaric act in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, former defence minister A.K. Antony on Tuesday reminded that such an incident had happened only once under the Congress regime.

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Met Gala 2017: SelGo, The Weeknd make couple red carpet debut

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Looks like Selena Gomez and The Weeknd are going really strong and steady!

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FinMomenta launches P2P lending platform 'Tachyloans'

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Singapore based Fintech startup FinMomenta on Tuesday announced the launch of 'Tachyloans', the first-of-its-kind integrated digital lending platform in India for individuals as well as businesses.

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'Baaghi 2' poster: Here we go..again

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): And the rebel lovers are back!

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J-K: Gunmen loot Rs. 65,000 from Kulgam bank

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:00 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Unknown gunmen on Tuesday looted Rs. 65,000 from a bank in Kader village of Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district.

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Dubai Parks and Resorts announces its summer campaign 'Amazing List' for Indians

Updated: May 02, 2017 15:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI-NewsVoir): Dubai Parks and Resorts, the Middle East's largest integrated theme park destination, today announced their summer campaign, 'The Amazing List' exclusively for Indians.

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Centre to set up team for disposing tax issues pending before CBEC

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Finance Ministry will be setting up a new dedicated team to dispose-off the cases related to tax issues pending before the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) before the implementation of the Goods and Servi

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Noose tightens around Mallya as CBI-ED joint team reaches London

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): In a development bound to turn the heat on liquor baron Vijay Mallya who is facing money laundering charges, a joint team of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED) reached London on Tuesday.

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Punjab: Poonch hero's kin demand to see his body before cremation

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:37 IST

Tarn Taran (Punjab) [India], May 2 (ANI): The family of slain solider Naib Subedar Paramjit Singh, whose body was brutally mutilated by the Pakistani Army in Krishna Ghati, Jammu and Kashmir opened the coffin to see his body before cremating.

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Alonso hints at leaving McLaren in 2018

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:37 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 2 (ANI): McLaren driver Fernando Alonso has hinted that he could leave the team at the end of the season.

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Uttarakhand Assembly passes GST Bill

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Uttarakhand Assembly on Tuesday passed the Goods and Service Tax (GST) Bill.

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Lendingkart Finance, BASIX Sub-K partner to facilitate loans to Micro- Enterprises

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Lendingkart Finance Ltd., on Tuesday announced its partnership with BASIX Sub-K, the subsidiary of BASIX Social Enterprise Group to facilitate collateral free short term working capital loan for its micro-enterprises empowered by BASIX Sub-K iTransactions Limited across the country.

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India slip to No.4 in T20s

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 2 (ANI): India, the World T20 2007 champion, lost six points to slip to fourth position in the latest ICC T20I Team Rankings released on Tuesday.

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SC rejects Essar's plea seeking exemption from power dues

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): In a major setback to Essar Steel, the Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected their plea seeking exemption from payment of electricity dues to the Gujarat Government.

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Subramanian Swamy lists out three-fold strategy to break Pakistan

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Listing out his strategy to respond to Pakistan over its brutal Krishna Ghati attack, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday called on the Centre to break the backbone of Pakistan's economy by removing the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) clause of trade.

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Met Gala 2017: Deepika's woos all with her debut

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Looks like Deepika Padukone made sure to turn the heads round with her appearance at the Met Gala 2017.

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Pak's inhuman act merits 'unequivocal response': Indian DGMO to Pak

Updated: May 02, 2017 14:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Expressing grave concern over the brutal Krishna Ghati incident, Indian Director-General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lt. Gen. A.K. Bhatt on Tuesday raised the issue of Border Action Team (BAT) camps near the Line of control with his Pakistani counterpart.

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Ibrahimovic undergoes 'successful' knee injury

Updated: May 02, 2017 13:36 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 2 (ANI): Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has undergone a successful knee surgery and has already begun the rehabilitation process.

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Want to quit smoking? Live in smoke-free communities

Updated: May 02, 2017 13:31 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 2 (ANI): As cigarette smoking is higher among lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) individuals, a study reveals that LGBT individuals, who live in smoke-free communities, are more likely to want to quit smoking than those in communities without smoking bans.

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Nation should adopt families of Krishna Ghati heroes: Kiran Bedi

Updated: May 02, 2017 13:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan's move of mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers, who were killed in a ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi on Tuesday asserted that martyred soldiers family should be adopted by the nation for social and moral support.

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Pak Army's BAT includes Mujahideen terrorists, reveals BSF

Updated: May 02, 2017 13:25 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Highlighting the fact that the brutal Krishna Ghati incident occurred post the visit of the Pakistan Army Chief to the Line of Control (LoC), the Border Security Force (BSF) on Tuesday revealed that

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Ironic that we don't have a 'full time' Defence Minister: Congress

Updated: May 02, 2017 13:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): A day after Pakistan forces mutilated bodies of two Indian soldiers in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, Congress leader Manish Tewari lashed out at the Centre over the lack of a full time Defence Minister

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Infosys to hire 10,000 American workers; to open four tech hubs in US

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Indian IT major Infosys on Tuesday announced its plans to hire 10,000 American workers over the next two years and open four new technology and innovation hubs across the country.

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RJD leader flouts PM's order, refuses to remove red beacon

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:46 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 2 (ANI): While most of the ministers across the nation have already removed the red beacon atop their vehicles following the Centre's ruling, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Bhai Birendra yesterday said that he will not remove the beacon from his car as the order is not by the Bihar government.

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If war is the only solution, so be it: Mutilated soldier's brother

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:46 IST

Tarn Taran (Punjab) [India], May 2 (ANI): Mourning the demise of their beloved brother Naib Subedar Paramjit Singh, whose body was brutally mutilated by the Pakistani Army in Krishna Ghati, the family has called on the Centre to assure justice and go to war with Pakistan if they have to.

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Rajnath expresses displeasure over `prolonged` unrest to J-K Governor

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday expressed grave concern over the tense situation prevailing in the Valley and instructed Jammu and Kashmir Governor N.N. Vohra to work together with the state government in order to restore normalcy there.

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Wimbledon prize money set to exceed £2m: Report

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:37 IST

London [UK], May 2 (ANI): Prize money for this year's Wimbledon singles champions will see a steep rise, i.e. beyond 2 million pounds, a report suggests.

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Indians privileged to use thumbs for banking courtesy Adhaar: Jaitley

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday applauded the Adhaar enabled payment system, saying that the unique concept, which is only available in India, allows its citizens to link their bank accounts by using their thumbs.

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Royal photograph marks 2nd birthday of Princess Charlotte

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:23 IST

New York [U.S.], May 2 (ANI): The British Royal family released a new photograph to mark the birthday of Princess Charlotte, who turns two on Tuesday.

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World Asthma Day: Breathe easy with asthma management plan

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Balanced diet with mild exercises, can act as a magic bullet for the people, suffering from asthma.

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Poonch: Enraged ex-servicemen take to streets, chant anti-Pak slogans

Updated: May 02, 2017 12:06 IST

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Locals and ex-defence personnel in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir chanted anti-Pakistan slogans on Tuesday and demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi take stringent action against Islamabad, for mutilating the bodies of two Indian militants in Krishna Ghati sector here.

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Mutilated soldier's daughter demands '50 heads in return' for her father's sacrifice

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:44 IST

Deoria (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Shattered and traumatized with the news of her father's horrific death at the hands of the Pakistani Army in Krishna Ghatti, Jammu and Kashmir, the daughter of Border Security Force (BSF) head constable Prem Sagar on Tuesday demanded '50 heads in return' of her father's life.

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`Ben Stokes a perfect fit for Rising Pune Supergiant`

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:42 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 (ANI): Steve Smith has showered praise on Ben Stokes, who struck his maiden T20 century to help Rising Pune Supergiant beat Gujarat Lions in their IPL clash on Monday, saying the England all-rounder is a perfect fit for the franchise.

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Rajnath discusses Kashmir, Sukma with top security brass

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday reviewed the present security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the recent Sukma attack with country's top security officials.

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Women should continue cervical cancer screening as they approach 65

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 2 (ANI): Women, please take note, do not stop cervical cancer screening until your stopping age, suggest a study.

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Stroke prevention lifestyle may reduce dementia risk in golden years

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:19 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 2 (ANI): Canadian researchers have found that adopting stroke prevention lifestyle may help in reducing incidence of dementia in older adults.

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Met Gala 2017: PeeCee slays in her 'longest' trench-coat gown

Updated: May 02, 2017 11:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): It seems like Priyanka Chopra, with her every appearance, makes sure to grab all the attention.

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I always try to keep calm, says Bumrah

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:56 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 (ANI): For long, India has been longing for a death over specialist and it appears that they have found one in Jasprit Bumrah.

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Pak Army mutilates Indian soldiers: Jaitley to brief PM Modi today

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Arun Jaitley is set to brief Prime Minister Narendra Modi today about the recently mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers by the Pakistan Army at Krishna Ghatti sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

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K.C. Patel honey-trap case: Police interrogates accused woman

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:35 IST

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): The woman accused of honey-trapping Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K.C. Patel, was taken in for interrogation by the Delhi Police today.

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Irked by entourage, family of injured CRPF jawan refuses to meet BJP leader

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:31 IST

Bulandshahr (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Family of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Sher Mohammad, who was injured in the Naxal attack in Sukma, refused to meet Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader V. Solanki here and forced him to turn back, as he arrived at the family's doorstep with an entourage and made a spectacle with music and fireworks.

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India to take on mighty Aussies in Azlan Shah Cup

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:12 IST

Ipoh [Malaysia], May 2 (ANI): India will today take on defending champions Australia in the third round-robin league encounter of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Ipoh.

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I realise how much I missed acting: Shamita Shetty

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:11 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Shamita Shetty, who is all set for a comeback with a web-series, directed by Suparn Verma, has realised that she missed acting.

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Mother of Lance Naik Hemraj reminds Centre of 'ten heads in return' promise

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:11 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Mother of Lance Naik Hemraj- whose body was mutilated by Pakistan's Border Action Team (BAT) along the Line of Control (LoC) in 2013 called on the Centre to step up and retaliate.

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Azhar Ali stands tall as Pakistan hold edge in Barbados Test

Updated: May 02, 2017 10:11 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 2 (ANI): Pakistan opener Azhar Ali scored an unbeaten 81 to help his side gain an upper hand in the ongoing second Test against West Indies here at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Monday.

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IRW '17: Swara Bhaskar flaunts her 'feminism' on runway

Updated: May 02, 2017 09:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Swara Bhaskar, this Sunday, kept her inner-self out on the ramp, while walking for designer Akassh K Aggarwal's Subhashini Ornamentals.

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Hyderabad: NGO rescues child labour victim subjected to domestic violence

Updated: May 02, 2017 09:24 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 2 (ANI): An NGO on Monday rescued a 13-year-old girl child labour from the hands of retired government employee here.

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Can's stunner help Liverpool edge past Watford

Updated: May 02, 2017 09:24 IST

Hertfordshire [UK], May 2 (ANI): Midfielder Emre Can's stunning goal, which is probably one of the best of the season, helped Liverpool to capitalise on favourable results in the race for a Premier League top-four finish and beat Watford 1-0 on Monday.

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Pakistan has always been in denial mode: Father of Kargil braveheart

Updated: May 02, 2017 09:21 IST

Palampur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan Army's barbaric act of mutilating the bodies of two Indian soldiers in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, father of Kargil braveheart N. K. Kalia on Tuesday stated that even after committing such crimes they (Islamabad) proudly denies it saying they don't commit such acts.

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Pakistan Army committing similar atrocities as ISIS, Taliban: Baloch leader

Updated: May 02, 2017 08:53 IST

Paris [France], May 2 (ANI): Lashing out at the Pakistan Army for mutilating the bodies of two Indian Army soldiers in Krishna Ghati, Jammu and Kashmir, exiled Baloch leader Munir Mengal on Monday called on the Indian Government to relentlessly pursue revenge.

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'Veere Di Wedding' to break lots of myths: Swara

Updated: May 02, 2017 08:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Who says feminism is boring? The upcoming chick-flick 'Veere Di Wedding' is all set to break all such myths.

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EC cancels Anantnag by-polls over worsening law and order situation

Updated: May 02, 2017 08:33 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 2 (ANI): Amid growing tensions in the Valley, the Election Commission of India on Tuesday rescinded its notification issued for Anantnag by-polls which was scheduled to be held on May 25th, till further notice."In view of the prevailing ground situation and non availability of sufficient security forces, the Commission is of the considered view that peaceful, free and fair poll is not feasible on May 25th, as scheduled at present, though some political parties have asked for the same," the EC said in a statement.

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Amid worsening Indo-Pak ties, Congress pushes Centre for `dialogue`

Updated: May 02, 2017 07:50 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan's move of mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers who were killed in a ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Tuesday said the incident shows barbaric nature of Islamabad forces.

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Trump faces backlash for questioning American Civil War

Updated: May 02, 2017 06:53 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 2 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump Donald Trump has expressed confusion in an interview published on Monday as to why the civil war had taken place.

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Digvijaya must make enquiries before making 'irresponsible comments': NCP

Updated: May 02, 2017 06:45 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): Condemning Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's statement that the Telangana Police have set up a fake ISIS site to radicalise Muslim youth, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Tuesday said the remark made is without any substance, adding the Muslim community teaches peace and harmony to the youth.

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Trump forms council to update govt. technology

Updated: May 02, 2017 05:49 IST

San Francisco (U.S.), May 2 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at modernizing the federal government's technology, the White House announced on Monday.

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Trump signs orders to keep jobs, wealth in America

Updated: May 02, 2017 04:32 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 2 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders on jobs and wealth.

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India needs to act decisively with Pak: Congress

Updated: May 02, 2017 04:22 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan forces for mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers who were killed in a ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir's Krishna Ghati sector, the Congress Party on Tuesday said India needs to act decisively, adding that in order to retaliate the government needs to go to extreme extent.

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North Korea readies another nuclear test

Updated: May 02, 2017 04:10 IST

North Korea (Pyongyang), May 2 (ANI): North Korea has said it will continue testing nuclear weapons in the face of what it sees as provocation from the U.S.

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Trump proclaims May as Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month

Updated: May 02, 2017 03:54 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 2 (ANI): U.S. President Donald J. Trump has declared May, 2017 as Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month.

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Turkish Consulate in Zurich attacked by masked group

Updated: May 02, 2017 03:40 IST

Zurich (Switzerland), May 2 (ANI): A large group of masked people attacked Turkey's Consulate in the Swiss city of Zurich late on Monday, officials said.

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BRP urges international community to stop Pak from spreading terrorism

Updated: May 02, 2017 03:23 IST

Geneva [Switzerland], May 2 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan's act of mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers, Baloch Republican Party (BRP) representative at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) Abdul Nawaz Bugti has said that this was the wake-up call for India and the world about what Islamabad was doing in Balochistan.

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Govt. needs to deal aggressively with Pak: Defence Experts

Updated: May 02, 2017 03:16 IST

New Delhi [India] May 2 (ANI): A day after Pakistani troops killed two Indian soldiers and mutilated their bodies near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Pir Panchal Valley's Poonch district, Defence Experts on Tuesday said the Indian Government needs to act aggressively, adding such incidences will lower the morale of the soldiers.

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Several passengers injured as Aeroflot flight hits turbulence

Updated: May 02, 2017 03:06 IST

Bangkok (Thailand), May 2 (ANI): As many as 27 passengers were injured when an Aeroflot flight from Moscow to Bangkok hit severe air turbulence on Monday.

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Designation of senior advocates: SC to hear Indira Jaising's plea

Updated: May 02, 2017 02:53 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear the plea filed by former Additional Solicitor General (ASG) and senior counsel Indira Jaising in connection with the designation of senior lawyers.

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One dead, two injured in University of Texas stabbing

Updated: May 02, 2017 02:42 IST

Texas (U.S.), May 2 (ANI): At least one person was killed and two others injured in a stabbing on Monday afternoon on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, officials said.

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Aadhar mandatory: SC to hear plea challenging govt.'s decision

Updated: May 02, 2017 02:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Supreme Court will continue the hearing on Tuesday over the petition challenging the government's decision to make Aadhaar mandatory for Permanent Account Number (PAN) and also for filing returns.

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Ganga Swachhta Sankalp Divas to be observed today

Updated: May 02, 2017 02:12 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): National Mission on Clean Ganga (NMCG) will be observing Ganga Swachhta Sankalp Divas on Tuesday at 12 locations, namely- Kanpur, Allahabad, Varanasi, Patna, Bhagalpur, Sahibganj, Kolkata, Raj Ghat (Hardoi), Bithoor, Srinagar ( Uttarakhand), Vidhur Kuti (Bijnor) and Devprayag.

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Godhra riots: SC to continue hearing Teesta Setalvad's plea

Updated: May 02, 2017 01:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Tuesday hear the case involving social activist Teesta Setalvad in connection with misappropriation of funds meant for the riot victims' of Godhra.

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K'taka: Naidu to review progress of urban sector schemes

Updated: May 02, 2017 01:17 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Urban Development and Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu will review progress of urban sector schemes in Karnataka tomorrow.

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India, Turkey sign MoUs on culture, training

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:58 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): India and Turkey has signed several agreements and Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on several fields.

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Amanatullah resigns from AAP's PAC, cracks in party beam out

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): The ensuing war of words between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Amanatullah Khan and his party colleagues took a dramatic turn on late Monday night when the former resigned from the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) of the party following a high-end meeting of the party members with Kumar Vishwas conspicuously absent.

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Venkaiah Naidu condemns Digvijaya's 'bizarre allegations'

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:37 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu, while condemning Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's allegations on the Telangana Police operating a 'fake' ISIS web portal, on Monday asserted that he must either 'substantiate or apologise'.

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Nepal PM in crisis after coalition partner withdraws support

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:34 IST

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 2 (ANI): In a major blow to Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, its coalition partner the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has decided to withdraw its support from the coalition government.

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Digvijaya clarifies tweets, says they were 'source-based'

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:33 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): In the wake of the ongoing controversy caused by Digvijaya Singh's tweets that alleged the Telangana Police was operating a 'fake' ISIS web portal, the Congress leader, while defending himself, asserted that the information was all gathered based on 'sources'.

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India, Turkey condemn double-standards in addressing terrorism

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): India and Turkey has condemned the use of double standards in addressing the menace of terrorism and agreed to strengthen cooperation in combating terrorism both at the bilateral level and within the multilateral system.

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J-K CM condemns Kulgam attack

Updated: May 02, 2017 00:01 IST

Srinagar (J-K) [India], May 01 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has strongly condemned the Kulgam cash van attack, in which five policemen and two bank employees were killed.

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Hizbul Mujahideen claims responsibility of Kulgam cash van attack

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:59 IST

Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): Militant outfit Hizbul Mujahideen on Monday claimed the responsibility of Kulgam cash van attack, in which five policemen and two bank employees were killed.

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CBI questions UPSC member's irregular allotment of industrial plot

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:51 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday examined former IAS officer and UPSC member Chattar Singh in connection with the irregular allotment of an industrial plot, in which former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda is also named as an accused.

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Trump administration to shelve Michelle Obama's girl education programme

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:51 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 1 (ANI): "Let Girls Learn" program, a signature girls' education initiative of the Obama administration, is getting shelved by the Trump administration.

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SpaceX launches top secret satellite for U.S. Govt.

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:47 IST

New York [U.S.A], May 1 (ANI): American aerospace manufacturer SpaceX on Monday launched a top secret spy satellite for a U.S Government towards orbit.

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Former U.S. Navy Seal veteran reveals moment of killing Osama bin Laden

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:23 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): Former U.S. Navy SEAL Team 6 veteran, Robert O'Neill, who claimed to have killed Osama bin Laden, has now described the moment he took the al-Qaeda leader's life and the raid that took place in May 2011 at his compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan.

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JSMM chairman lambasts Pakistan, says its existence is based on terrorism

Updated: May 01, 2017 23:18 IST

Frankfurt [Germany], May 1 (ANI): Condemning Pakistan's "inhuman act" of mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers, Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz's (JSMM) chairman Shafi Muhammad Burfat on Monday said that Islamabad was indulging in such kinds of acts in order to deviate India's attention from its core political, strategical, and economical role, while adding that Islamabad's existence was based on terrorism.

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JMI confers Honoris Causa on Turkish President Erdogan

Updated: May 01, 2017 22:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday was conferred with the Degree of Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) in a convocation function by the Jamia Millia Islamia University for "his contribution to strengthen international cooperation, peace and diplomacy as well as for his extraordinary humanitarian aid to millions of refugees."

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Congress chides Centre on policy on Pakistan

Updated: May 01, 2017 22:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Congress on Monday criticised the Centre for its lax attitude in dealing with the killing and mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers by Pakistan.

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Kashmir is issue of terrorism, ready to resolve it with Pak: MEA

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:58 IST

New Delhi/Srinagar [India] May 1 (ANI): Expressing grave concern over cross-border terrorism, India today conveyed to Turkey that it was ready to resolve all bilateral issues with Pakistan, including Kashmir.

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Parikshit Roy resigns as Compass India Support Services MD

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:52 IST

Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], May 1 (ANI-Businesswire India): Parikshit Roy has resigned as the managing director of Compass India Support Services Pvt. Ltd.

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Trump mocks actors, media attending 'boring' WH Correspondents Dinner

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:52 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): For the first time in over 30 years, the White House Correspondents' Dinner was held in the absence of the President, who was celebrating his first 100 days in office, according to the Independent.

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'Desperate' Pak will have to pay for cowardly act: J-K Dy. CM

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:46 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): Strongly condemning the mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh on Monday said that 'desperate' Pakistan would get a befitting reply for its cowardly act.

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BCCI recommends Cheteshwar Pujara for Arjuna award

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:46 IST

Mumbai [India], May 1 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday recommended India's top-order batsman Cheteshwar Pujara for the prestigious Arjuna award.

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Pak rejects India's charge of mutilating its soldiers

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Monday denied India's charge of mutilating two of the latter's soldiers and described itself as a highly professional force that never disrespects any soldier.

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Army Chief General Rawat takes stock of security measures in Valley

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:46 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat today reached Jammu and Kashmir on a two-day visit and took stock of the enhanced security measures in the Valley.

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Armoured Corps celebrates '79th Armour Day'

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Armoured Corps celebrated its '79th Armour Day' on Monday.

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India should make quality global products: Sitharaman

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Monday that India should take the lead in making quality products available to world at affordable prices.

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Anthony Lianzuala assumes charge as new CGA

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Anthony Lianzuala took over as the New Controller General of Accounts (CGA) in the national capital here on Monday.

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Nadda inaugurates first CHS induction training programme

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda today inaugurated the first-ever induction training programme for the newly appointed general duty medical officers (GDMOs) of the Central Health Service (CHS) cadre at National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW) here.

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Naqvi discusses Indian Haj pilgrim issue with Saudi envoy

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Minister of State for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi met Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to India Dr. Saud Mohammed Alsati on Monday and discussed various issues related to about 170000 pilgrims from India going for Haj 2017.

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Centre to conduct surprise checks of petrol pumps

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday ordered an inspection of all petrol pumps in Uttar Pradesh and random checks elsewhere to detect short-selling of petrol and diesel by tampering with the system in dispensing units.

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Naidu to review urban sector schemes in Karnataka

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Urban Development and Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu will review progress of implementation of new urban missions in Karnataka tomorrow.

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BJP MP K C Patel alleges honey-trapping, victim cries foul

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP K.C. Patel on Monday alleged that he was honey-trapped by a Supreme Court lawyer, who drugged him and shot a video of him in a compromised position.

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Princess Charlotte clicked ahead of second birthday

Updated: May 01, 2017 21:31 IST

New York [U.S.], May 1 (ANI): Ahead of the birthday of Princess Charlotte, the youngest member of the British Royal family, the Kensington Palace on their official twitter account shared a new photograph.

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PSL has inflicted severe damage on IPL: Tauseef Ahmed

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:57 IST

Karachi [Pakistan], May 1 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selection committee member Tauseef Ahmed has insisted that Pakistan Super League (PSL), despite its young age, has inflicted severe damage on the glitzy cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Voonik, Truecaller collaboration to enhance customers' shopping experience

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Fashion marketplace Voonik on Monday announced its partnership with leading communication platform Truecaller to allow a frictionless onboarding experience for new users on Voonik using their Truecaller credentials to one-tap sign up.

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Disha Patani graces 'The Great Indian Fashion Week, 2017' finale

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Bollywood's new diva Disha Patani walked the runway on the finale of 'The Great Indian Fashion Week, 2017.'

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Siemens to acquire industry-specific software for mobility sector

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Siemens on Monday announced its plans to acquire HaCon, a Germany-based company providing planning, scheduling and information systems for public transportation, mobility and logistics.

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Timeline: Pak Army's barbaric acts against Indian soldiers

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Army on Monday mutilated bodies of two Indian soldiers, who were killed in the ceasefire violation by Islamabad in the Krishna Ghati sector of the Poonch area.

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DCW flags rights violations at Children Home for Girls

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:18 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chairperson Swati Maliwal on Monday asked the Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia to transfer six staff members of children's home for girls following a complaint by 32 girls over human rights violations.

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KCR for strict compliance on pothole repairs

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:09 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 1 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Monday warned officials of stringent action if he would found any potholes during his travel across the state after June 1.

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Baloch leader terms mutilation of Indian soldiers 'inhuman act'

Updated: May 01, 2017 20:09 IST

Paris [France], May 1 (ANI): Exiled Baloch leader Munir Mengal on Monday described the mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers' bodies as an inhuman act by 'devilish' Pakistan Army.

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Sibal goes back in time, asks who would gift PM Modi 'bangles'

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:53 IST

New Delhi/Srinagar [India] May 1 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack at the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) over the mutilation of Indian soldiers' bodies by the Pakistan Army, Congress leader Kapil Sibal asked whether any saffron party leader would now send bangles to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as Union Minister Smriti Irani wanted to gift former prime minister Manmohan Singh during the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) regime following a similar incident.

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Sardar Singh recommended for Khel Ratna award

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:45 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Veteran hockey player and former captain Sardar Singh has been recommended for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, the Hockey India announced on Monday.

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Act against Pakistan: Yechury to Centre

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:45 IST

New Delhi/Srinagar [India] May 1 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Monday termed the mutilation of two Indian Army soldiers as intolerable and asked the Centre to act sternly against Pakistan.

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Defence experts call for strict action against Pakistan

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Defence experts on Monday urged the Indian Army to respond firmly to Pakistan over the mutilation of two of its soldiers.

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AAP denies rift even as party MLAs rally against Amanatullah

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday dismissed reports of an internal conflict in the party following the crushing defeat in the crucial Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections.

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Our Armed Forces will react appropriately to Pak's inhuman act: Govt.

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Dubbing the act of Pakistan of mutilating two Indian soldiers as 'reprehensible and inhuman,' the Centre on Monday said they had faith in the Armed Forces and would react appropriately to the barbaric act.

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`Injured` Zaheer to miss tie against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Delhi Daredevils skipper Zaheer Khan is all set to miss Tuesday's Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad due to a hamstring injury.

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'Role model' Aamir Khan's level is unmatched: Shatrughan Sinha

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Appreciating the kind of films that Aamir Khan has done, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha said the former has become a role model for making films, which can help to uplift of the society, especially woman empowerment.

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Pak Army mutilates two Indian soldiers, Indian Army vows to respond

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:01 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Army mutilated bodies of two Indian soldiers, who were killed earlier today in a ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kasmhir's Krishna Ghati sector here.

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BAT repeats brutality in Krishna Ghati

Updated: May 01, 2017 19:01 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): Pakistan's brutal Border Action Team (BAT) is again in news after it mutilated the bodies of two Indian soldiers on Monday in Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control, where they had beheaded Lance Naik Hemraj in 2013.

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AAP MLAs to Kejriwal: Sack 'treacherous' Amanatullah

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:31 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): As many as 37 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) have demanded party convenor Arvind Kejriwal to sack party leader and MLA Amanatullah Khan for terming party national executive member Kumar Vishwas 'a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) agent'.

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Anthony Joshua keen to take on `real villain` Tyson Fury

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:31 IST

London [U.K], May 1 (ANI): British boxing giant Anthony Joshua, who lifted world heavyweight title after defeating Wladimir Klitschko at Wembley on Sunday, has expressed his desire to fight against a "real villain", and none fits the bill better for him than heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

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Pak should be declared 'terrorist nation': BJP on Indian soldiers' mutilation

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi/Srinagar [India] May 1 (ANI): Strongly condemning the mutilation of Indian soldiers' bodies by the Pakistan Army, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday called upon the international powers to declare Pakistan a 'terrorist nation'.

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Pak inviting its own ruin: Naqvi on Indian soldiers' mutilation

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:19 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Coming down heavily upon Pakistan for its dastardly act of mutilating bodies of two Indian soldiers, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Monday said Islamabad was inviting its own ruin.

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Rahul Gandhi invokes Sardar Patel on Gujarat's foundation day

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:13 IST

Narmada (Gujarat) [India], May 1 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Monday asserted the people of Gujarat would forever remain grateful to India's first home minister Sardar Vallabhai Patel's contribution in development of women and farmers in the state.

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Jugnoo announces special offers on food orders for IPL Season this year

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:09 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI-NewsVoir): Adding to the excitement of IPL fever, Jugnoo offers a 20 percent discount on all orders through its menus vertical this entire season. The offer is applicable on all orders costing Rs. 200 and above, in all the cities, where the service is currently available.

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Tata Motors' passenger vehicles continue growth momentum in April 2017

Updated: May 01, 2017 18:00 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI): In April 2017, Tata Motors passenger vehicles, in the domestic market, continued its growth momentum at 12,827 units, a growth of 23 percent over April 2016, due to an encouraging response for its recently launched lifestyle UV, Tata HEXA and its latest Styleback, the Tata TIGOR.

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Bengaluru: Ola terminates driver booked for molesting woman passenger

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:42 IST

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 1 (ANI): The Ola cab service on Monday issued a statement that the driver, who was accused of molestation by a woman, was terminated from the Ola platform as soon as the complaint from the customer was received.

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Starc aims for early Ashes blows at Champions Trophy

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:42 IST

Melbourne [Australia], May 1 (ANI): Australian pacer Mitchell Starc believes that his side's clash with England during the forthcoming Champions Trophy would provide them with an opportunity to knock of their Ashes opponents and carry on that momentum in the five-match Test series between two sides.

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Blair to get more involved in Brexit debate

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:36 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has said he plans to become more involved in Brexit debate, believing that it will cause harm than benefit to the country.

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My story is incomplete without 'the constant' Aamir Khan: Asha Parekh

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:36 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Veteran actress Asha Parekh, at the launch of her biography titled 'Asha Parekh: The Hit Girl', said her story would have been incomplete without Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan.

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Retail SMEs seek two-month extension window for GST compliance

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:08 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Retail businesses Max Standard Retail Pvt Ltd, SRS Group, Vmart Retail Ltd, etc, led by Ginesys, have written a letter to the Union Minister of Finance and Chairman of the GST Council, Arun Jaitley, seeking extra time on account of complexities in business processes to comply with the GST legislation.

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Portugal's Estoril stun India's U-17 team in practice match

Updated: May 01, 2017 17:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The India's Under-17 World Cup squad slumped to a 1-4 defeat against Portugal's Estoril in a practice football match at the Jamor Stadium in Lisbon, Portugal on Monday.

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Real Estate Act to increase accountability, transparency: DLF CEO

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): In accordance with the Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Act, 2016 being implemented starting Monday, real estate leader DLF's CEO Rajeev Talwar, while lauding the government on its 'memorable' approval, has asserted that the regulation will bring in the much-needed accountability and transparency among property developers and buyers.

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OMEGA gets 'Lost in Space' to celebrate 60 years of Speedmaster with George Clooney, Buzz Aldrin

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:55 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Surrounded by a universe of light and sound, OMEGA has celebrated the 60th anniversary of its iconic Speedmaster watch with a star-filled event in London. George Clooney and Buzz Aldrin were the guests of honour at the "Lost in Space" evening, a theme which paid tribute to the Speedmaster's unrivalled legacy in space exploration.

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Murray stays top, Nadal fifth in unchanged ATP rankings

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:46 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 1 (ANI): British tennis maestro Andy Murray continues to be at the top spot as the latest ATP rankings remained unchanged despite fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal winning the title at the Barcelona Open this weekend.

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India, Turkey prepare ground for CEPA to strengthen economic ties

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday announced his desire to start talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India and prepare the ground for eventually arriving at a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in order to deepen and diversify economic and business cooperation between the two countries.

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Sonia's organisational reshuffle, a message to all in Congress

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:43 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): The preliminary organisational reshuffle in the Congress party over the weekend has sent out a clear signal that hibernating party president Sonia Gandhi has again opted to assume the 'captaincy' and act as a balancing point between son Rahul and the party's old guard.

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'No region can validate terrorism': PM Modi's veiled attack on Pak

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Amid the worsening ties between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged all nations to work unanimously to uproot the terrorism network, while adding that no region could "validate terrorism."

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Delhi Govt. orders crackdown against 'unscrupulous' petrol pumps

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Food and Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Imran Hussain on Monday reviewed the measures being taken for the prevention of unlawful activities by unscrupulous petrol pump owners in a meeting with the Secretary, Legal Metrology and Controller, Weights and Measures and Legal Metrology Department along with other senior officers.

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Aasaanjobs sees 97 pct surge in Bengaluru for IT jobs on its platform

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:26 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): India's leading online recruitment marketplace that connects entry level job seekers with employers Aasaanjobs on Monday announced that it has witnessed a phenomenal surge in IT recruitments, in India's IT hub, Bengaluru.

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Cyient hires former U.S. Ambassador Vinai Thummalapally in board of directors

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:15 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Cyient Limited on Monday announced appointment of former U.S. Ambassador Vinai Thummalapally to its Board of Directors.

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Banning red beacon to end VIP culture is 'superficial surgery': Congress

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:15 IST

Patna (Bihar) [India], May 1 (ANI): While accepting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's instructions to put a ban on the red beacon in order to bring an end to VIP culture, the Congress on Monday demanded that the road blockade for the President and Prime Minister must also be banned.

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Venkaiah Naidu is India's new expert on Sharia: Owaisi

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:03 IST

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 1 (ANI): All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday slammed Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu for speaking on the much-debated Triple Talaq issue, saying that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to keep the fire of communalism ignited.

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EAM Sushma Swaraj meets Turkish President Erdogan

Updated: May 01, 2017 16:03 IST

New Delhi,[India] May 1 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has arrived in India on a two-day visit.

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Pak Army mutilates Indian soldiers' bodies, Indian Army vows to respond

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:35 IST

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): In a development that is set to further worsen the already strained ties between New Delhi and Islamabad, Pakistan mutilated bodies of two Indian soldiers who were killed earlier today in a ceasefire violation at Krishna Ghati sector here.

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Complaint against BJP leader for calling Mamata 'eunuch'

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:31 IST

Midnapore (West Bengal),[India] May 1 (ANI): A complaint was lodged against West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shyamapada Mondal on Monday for calling Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee a 'eunuch' during a party program at Chandrakona Road yesterday midnight.

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Dinakaran, aide Mallikarjuna sent to judicial custody till May 15

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Ousted AIADMK leader T.T.V. Dinakaran on Monday was sent to judicial custody till May 15.

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TRS demands apology from Digvijaya, says he has 'lost his senses'

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Lashing out at Congress leader Digvijaya Singh for accusing the Telangana Police of setting up a 'bogus' ISIS site, the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) on Monday said that the former has lost his mind and should apologise for making such a statement against the Police.

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Justice Karnan threatens action against 'forceful' medical checkup

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi, [India], May 1 (ANI): In response to the Supreme Court ordering an examination of his 'mental health', Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan on Monday asserted that he will issue a suo moto suspension order against West Bengal Director General of Police (DGP) if he forcefully conducts a medical checkup.

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Hindi version of 'Baahubali 2' smashes all Box Office records

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): After breaking and creating records, 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' is in no mood to stop.

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Mourinho chides `inhuman` Man U's schedule

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:25 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 1 (ANI): Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has termed his side's jammed-packed schedule as `not human` after the club's growing list of injuries continue to threaten their hopes of making top-four finish in the Premier League.

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Choose beer over paracetamol for pain relief: Study

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:25 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 1 (ANI): Not just for dealing with a hangover - according to new research, drinking two beers is more effective at relieving pain than taking painkillers.

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Odisha Govt. became violent after poll defeat: Dharmendra Pradhan

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:06 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): The Odisha government has become 'violent' after suffering defeat in the recently held Panchayat elections, said Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday.

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Afghan-Americans protest against Pakistan for supporting terror

Updated: May 01, 2017 15:04 IST

Washington D.C. [United States], May 1 (ANI): Afghan-Americans from various walks of life, living in the Washington D.C. area and beyond, held a protest against Pakistan for supporting terrorist groups and organizations in Afghanistan.

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KnowledgeHut launches six new courses to support learners

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): India's leading online industry training, education platform KnowledgeHut on Monday announced the launch of six new courses to support learners across the world.

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Curtains come down on 3-day India Runway Week Summer 2017

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Summer/Spring edition of the three-day India Runway Week 2017 concluded on Sunday with various designers showcasing their collection.

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Employment generated under PMEGP fell 9.5 pct YoY in FY16, says analysis

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:50 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The number of employment opportunities generated under the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) fell from over 3.5 lakh in 2014-15 to 3.2 lakh in 2015-16 thereby registering year-on-year decline of over 9.5 per cent, noted an analysis conducted by apex industry body ASSOCHAM.

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KCR's son demands apology from Digvijaya Singh over 'ISIS' tweet

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Minister of Information Technology under Telangana government K.T. Rama Rao requested senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh to withdraw his comments accusing Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao of authorizing Telangana Police to trap Muslim Youths and encourage them to join ISIS.

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After Saina, biopic on Sindhu set to be made by Sonu Sood

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): After movies on Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar and Saina Nehwal, it's time to add yet another film in the long list of sports biopics!

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How man's 'ego mail' can hamper woman's chances of promotion

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:43 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): People at work try various things to get ahead of their colleagues to impress their bosses. But there's a new trick that the most ruthless employees are using in a bid to impress their seniors - it's called 'ego mail.'

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Swamy dares Pak Army Chief, says 'India ready for war'

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday tore into Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa for his remark over Kashmir, saying that India is waiting for an opportunity to go to war with Pakistan, if the neighboring country dared to interfere.

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German Chancellor Merkel arrives in Saudi Arabia without headscarf

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:07 IST

Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], May 1 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel snubbed (eschewed) the strict Saudi Arabia dress code as she arrived in the country without a without a headscarf for talks with the oil-rich kingdom's monarch King Salman.

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India's doesn't need Turkey's mediation in dealing with Pakistan: Swamy

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:06 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday scoffed at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for calling on constructive dialogue between New Delhi and Islamabad, saying the former has numerous issues to tackle in his own country and should better focus on that.

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'The Flash' star Grant Gustin is now engaged!

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:00 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Female fans of Grant Gustin, we have some bad news for you. The Fastest man on Earth is now engaged to his girlfriend LA Thomas.

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7th Junior Women's Hockey C'ship: Kerala thrash Vidarbha 11-1

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:00 IST

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 1 (ANI): Kerala Hockey thrashed Vidarbha Hockey Association 11-1 here in their Pool A encounter of the 7th Junior National Hockey Championship 2017 (Women) 'B' Division on Monday.

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Doors always open to meet Yogi Adityanath: BJP

Updated: May 01, 2017 14:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 1 (ANI): Hours after former Uttar Pradesh minister Gayatri Prajapati's family sought Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's help for justice in connection with gang rape case, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vijay Bahadur Pathak asserted that the doors are always open to meet Adityanath and he will listen to everyone who come to him for help.

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Mommies-to-be! Antibiotics doubles risk of miscarriage

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:47 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 1 (ANI): Many classes of common antibiotics, used for treating infections, increase the risk of miscarriage in early pregnancy, suggests a study.

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AAP needs a 'movement' to change its leadership: BJP

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:45 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday came down heavily on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and said people shouldn't believe on his utterances as his words don't match his actions.

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'Fate of the Furious' races past 1 billion USD at global box office

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:41 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 1 (ANI): The 'Fate' of the 'Furious' has been nothing but gigantic!

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'Troublemaker' Katrina is finding 'inner peace' while multitasking

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:32 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): In not even a week, 'troublemaker' Katrina Kaif has managed to own Instagram!

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I like to dig my team out of hole, says Roston Chase

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:31 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 1 (ANI): West Indies batsman Roston Chase, who scored an unbeaten century to put his side in a decent position on the first day of the second Test against Pakistan at the Kensington Oval, has said he relishes situation when his team is on the back foot and likes to dig them out of the hole all the time.

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Telangana Police encouraging youth to join ISIS: Digvijaya Singh

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:28 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Monday made a shocking allegation by accusing Telangana Police of setting up a 'bogus ISIS site which is radicalising Muslim Youths and encouraging them to become ISIS Modules'.

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Rajiv Gandhi assassination: SC seeks report from CBI over insufficient probe

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday sought a report from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) after one of the convicts alleged that the probe agency did not investigate into the 'larger conspiracy' to kill late prime minister Rajiv Gandhi.

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Identifying religious minorities: SC asks JK Govt., Centre to file report

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:27 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Jammu and Kashmir government and the Centre to convene meeting and file a report over the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on identification of religious minorities and granting them due benefits.

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DCW Chief meets UP rape victim, write to Yogi seeking action

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:22 IST

New Delhi, May 1 (ANI): Expressing anger over the rape of a 7-year-old girl, Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) Chief Swati Maliwal on Monday expressed her concern after meeting the victim, and called on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to look into the matter and take serious action.

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India move to third in ODI Rankings

Updated: May 01, 2017 13:05 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 1 (ANI): India have gained a spot and have moved to the third spot in the latest ICC ODI Team Rankings released on May 1.

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Dawn Leaks: PML-N discuss ways to dispel army's concerns

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:51 IST

Lahore [Pakistan], May 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Sunday held a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif apparently to discuss a course of action following the army's reaction to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's directives issued regarding the Dawn Leaks inquiry report.

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SRK welcomes his 'lovely' friend Katrina on Instagram

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:47 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Now that Katrina Kaif has made her debut, Shah Rukh Khan feels Instagram will be 'so much prettier'.

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Himachal: Four arrested with cache of drugs in Solan

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:45 IST

Solan (Himachal Pradesh), May 1 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh police on Monday arrested four persons and seized a cache of Mephedrone from a government vehicle in Solan.

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Poonch ceasefire violation: Two Indian soldiers killed in Pak firing

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:43 IST

Poonch [India], May. 1 (ANI): Two defence personnel have been killed, as Pakistan violated ceasefire today by opening fire on Border Security Force (BSF) posts in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.

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Indian Council for Medical Research along others to raise awareness of Blood Pre; to tackle Hypertension globally

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:42 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI-NewsVoir): Recognizing that raised blood pressure or Hypertension is the biggest single contributing risk factor to death and the burden of disease worldwide, Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) - Government of India, along with Public Health Foundation of India, Centre for Chronic Disease Control, Indian Medical Association, Army Medical Corps, Association of Physicians of India, Association of Healthcare Providers of India, several healthcare institutions and Industry launch the May Measurement Month (MMM) 2017, a global initiative to raise awareness of the importance of Blood Pressure screening to tackle this global epidemic.

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Full Council should consider USACA's expulsion: ICC Board

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:42 IST

Dubai [UAE], May 1 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board has decided that the ICC Full Council should consider the expulsion of USACA from membership of the cricket's governing body.

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This is how you can forever stay young

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:39 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): People shell out an exorbitant amount of money just to look younger. For those who don't want to spend this much, here's a tip. What if all that we needed to do was amend our way of thinking?

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Women beware! 7 or more alcoholic drinks a week ups risk of cancer

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:38 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Dear women, you may have to limit your alcohol consumption, as a study finds that women who drink seven or more drinks per week showed an increased risk of breast cancer.

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Trading restrictions by BSE to be imposed on 161 firms from May 5

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Bombay Stock Exchange has announced that it will impose trading restrictions on 161 companies from May 5 due to their failure to pay the annual listing fee.

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'Baahubali 2' topples Tom Hanks' 'The Circle' at US Box-office

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:18 IST

Los Angeles [USA], May 1 (ANI): Not just national but SS Rajamouli's magnum-opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion,' is on a spree to break box office records internationally too.

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Federer intends to play French Open

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:10 IST

Johannesburg [South Africa], May 1 (ANI): Swiss maestro Roger Federer, who has been brimming with confidence after resounding victories at the Australian Open and ATP events in Miami and Indian Wells, has said he plans to play in French Open scheduled for next month.

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Zayn Malik spotted in a wheelchair in New York

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:08 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 1 (ANI): Zayn Malik fans! We might have some bad news for you.

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Virbhadra Singh DA case: Delhi court to take cognizance of CBI chargesheet

Updated: May 01, 2017 12:07 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Patiala House Court may take cognizance of the chargesheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh's Disproportionate Assets case.

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Manoj Tiwari's house ransacked: Two arrested

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:59 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Following ransacking of Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Manoj Tiwari's house here, two accused have been arrested in regard to the same.

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Higher revenue from exports, bulk drugs and home-diagnostic businesses fuel Morepen Lab's sales and profitability growth in Q4 FY 2016-17

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:57 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI-NewsVoir): Morepen Laboratories Ltd. has reported a 179 percent rise in its net profit at Rs. 7.73 crore and 17.4 per cent rise in its net sales revenue at Rs. 141 crore in the fourth quarter (Q4) of fiscal 2016-17.

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BJP leader storms into trouble, calls Mamata Banerjee 'eunuch'

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:55 IST

Midnapore (West Bengal) [India], May 1 (ANI): West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shyamapada Mondal waded into controversy by calling Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee a 'eunuch' and accused her of practicing politics of appeasement.

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SC orders examination of Justice Karnan's 'mental health'

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:52 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday ordered a medical examination of Calcutta High Court judge Justice C.S. Karnan's 'mental health', over allegedly making slanderous attacks against his fellow judges of Madras High Court.

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U'khand HC orders sealing of EVM for six assembly constituencies

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:39 IST

Nanital (Uttarakhand) [India], May 1 (ANI): Uttarakhand High Court on Monday ordered the sealing of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) in the strong rooms for six assembly constituencies, within 48 hrs.

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Assam: Two detained in 'cattle thieves' lynching case

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:36 IST

Nagaon (Assam) [India], May 1 (ANI): Two people were detained by the Nagaon Police in connection with the mob lynching of two suspected cow thieves and an interrogation is underway.

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'Every Person is Important': Nation tired of PM Modi's rhetorics, says Congress

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:31 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday took Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 'Every Person is Important' remark, saying that if the former believes in it then he should first fulfill his promise of creating million jobs as promised in the 2015 General Elections.

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Arsenic polluted groundwater linked to cancer

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:10 IST

Atlanta [US], May 1 (ANI): Due to consumption of contaminated drinking water, millions of people in Bihar, India are showing symptoms of arsenic poisoning.

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Overweight diabetic patients have more severe abnormalities in brain structure

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:00 IST

Atlanta [US], May 1 (ANI): Overweight and obese people with early-stage type 2 diabetes have more severe abnormalities in brain structure and cognition than normal-weight people with type 2 diabetes, researchers suggest.

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Family of rape-accused Gayatri Prajapati approach Yogi Adityanath seeking justice

Updated: May 01, 2017 11:00 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), [India] May 1 (ANI): After Allahabad High Court cancelled the bail of rape accused Gayatri Prajapati, family of the former Uttar Pradesh minister on Monday sought Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's help for justice.

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AAP rejects 'infighting' reports

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Amid reports of escalated infighting in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) post the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections drubbing, the party on Monday rebuffed the speculations of internal rift, saying that the party stands united now more than ever.

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First F1 win 'surreal', says Bottas post Russian GP triumph

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:46 IST

Sochi [Russia], May 1 (ANI): Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas, who on Sunday claimed his maiden Formula One victory at the Russian Grand Prix, has admitted that he has been left short of words to describe the feeling after the win which to him appears surreal.

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Congress to fight alone in UP local body elections

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:35 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Congress Party on Monday announced its decision to contest the upcoming Uttar Pradesh local body elections alone.

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Turkish President Erdogan accorded ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:34 IST

New Delhi [India], May. 1 (ANI): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who arrived in India on a two-day visit, was granted a ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhawan ahead of his delegation level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.

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Emma Watson would love to do 'Beauty and the Beast' sequel

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:34 IST

London [UK], May 1 (ANI): Riding high on success with 'Beauty and the Beast', Emma Watson believes that the sequel to Disney's live-action movie could become a reality.

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Rajouri: Alert sounded after AK 47 stolen from police station

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:34 IST

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 1 (ANI): The Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir has been put on high alert after the weapon of a policeman was stolen from the station itself on Monday.

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Robotic drill to reduce surgery time from hours to minutes

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:14 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 1 (ANI): Use of an automated, robotic drill for future surgeries could reduce the procedure from two hours to two and a half minutes.

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Chase, Holder come to Windies rescue on Day 1 of Barbados Test

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:14 IST

Barbados [West Indies], May 1 (ANI): A brilliant unbeaten century from Roston Chase helped West Indies to recover from a shaky start and get into a decent position on the first day of the second Test against Pakistan here at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on Sunday.

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Return of old-fashioned printed word?

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:14 IST

Atlanta [US], May 1 (ANI): While one prefers to do everything online, a new study suggests that the reading public is ditching e-books and returning to the printed word.

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Urge India, Pakistan to settle Kashmir issue via dialogue: Erdogan

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:14 IST

Moscow [Russia], May. 1 (ANI): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed his desire for constructive dialogue between New Delhi and Islamabad in order to find a solution to the burning conflict over Jammu and Kashmir.

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Rajinikanth salutes 'god's child' Rajamouli for 'Baahubali 2'

Updated: May 01, 2017 10:14 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' has been impressing everyone with its content including superstar Rajinikanth, so much so that he called the movie "India's cinema pride".

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I-League: DSK Shivajians hold Minerva Punjab 4-4 in season ending thriller

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:38 IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI): Minerva Punjab staged a spectacular fight-back to share the spoils of battle with the hosts DSK Shivajians, in a season-ending thriller that read 4-4 on the scoreboard in their last match of the I-League season on Sunday

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Suicidal to expect cordial ties with 'China's puppet' Pakistan: Amar Singh

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:38 IST

Amritsar (Punjab), May 1 (ANI): Speaking on the current India-Pakistan trade relations, expelled Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh on Monday asserted that Pakistan is a puppet in the hands of China towards India, adding that Islamabad can't even be trusted with cultural relations.

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People with non-O blood group may have higher risk of heart attacks

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:38 IST

Paris [France], May 1 (ANI): Is your blood group A, B or AB? Then we might have some bad news for you.

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Tamil Nadu: 1000th birth anniversary of Sri Ramanujacharya observed

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:38 IST

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 1 (ANI): Various functions are being organized in Srirangam and Kanchipuram to culminate the 1000th birth anniversary of Vaishnavite saint Sri Ramanuja, the Acharya who gave the Navagranthas to the world.

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Aizawl script history, become first club from NE to win I-League

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:38 IST

Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], May 1 (ANI): Aizawl FC created history by becoming the first club from the northeast to win the I-League after they held hosts Shillong Lajong FC to a 1-1 draw under lights at the JN Stadium here on Sunday.

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I-League: Mohun Bagan beat Chennai FC 2-1

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:10 IST

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 1 (ANI): Mohun Bagan recorded a come-from-behind 2-1 win against Chennai City FC but Aizawl's 1-1 draw against Shillong Lajong saw them finish runners-up for the second consecutive year in a last round I-League encounter at the Rabindra Sarovar Stadium on Sunday.

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Rajasthan BJP's 2-day working committee meeting begins

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:10 IST

Jodhpur [India], May 1 (ANI): The Rajasthan Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) 2-day working committee meeting began in Jodhpur yesterday with Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje presiding over it.

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7th National Women C'ship: RSPB beat Haryana to retain title

Updated: May 01, 2017 09:01 IST

Rohtak (Haryana)[India], May 1 (ANI): Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) defended their title at 7th Senior National Championship 2017 (Women) 'A' Division with a comprehensive 3-1 win over Hockey Haryana in Rohtak on Sunday.

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Yogi Govt. preparing strategy to strengthen OBC, SC categories

Updated: May 01, 2017 08:46 IST

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 01 (ANI): The Yogi Aditynath-led government is in the process of preparing two new categories for the state development, first to bring the neglected castes forward in the Other Backward Class (OBC) and Scheduled Caste (SC) category and second to forgive debt of Rs. one lakh to Hindu farmers.

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International Labour Day: PM Modi salutes Indian workers

Updated: May 01, 2017 08:46 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Today is International Labour Day, also known as International Worker's Day or May Day. It is observed on this day every year to promote and encourage the international labour associations.

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Delhi BJP Chief Manoj Tiwari's house ransacked, four arrested

Updated: May 01, 2017 08:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Manoj Tiwari's house in Delhi was ransacked on the wee hours of Monday, a development that apparently stemmed out of road rage.

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Purifying of cells can treat Cancer: Study

Updated: May 01, 2017 08:23 IST

Washington D.C. [USA], May 1 (ANI): According to a new study, refining the purification process of therapeutic cells may help in enhancing their use for treating cancer and many other diseases.

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Solapur: Five wagons of goods train derailed

Updated: May 01, 2017 07:45 IST

Solapur (Mumbai) [India], May 1 (ANI): Five wagons of a goods train derailed on the wee hours of Monday near Dudhani railway station in Solapur Wadi division, here.

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MP: Dalits' well poured with kerosene in revenge

Updated: May 01, 2017 05:45 IST

Agar Malwa (Madhya Pradesh) [India] May 1 (ANI): In an unfortunate incident, the upper caste villagers in Madhya Pradesh's Mana poured kerosene into a well used by the Dalits.

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SC to hear plea in air pollution matter

Updated: May 01, 2017 05:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today hear the plea filed by noted environmentalist M. C. Mehta in the air pollution matter.

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Delhi: Three killed, one constable injured in gang war

Updated: May 01, 2017 05:09 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): At least three people, including a Delhi Police Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) were killed and a constable was injured last night in a gang-war in Delhi's Mianwali area.

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Eight dead as storm hits several states in U.S.

Updated: May 01, 2017 04:58 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 1 (ANI): As many as eight persons were killed after a line of deadly storms caused flooding in Texas, Missouri, Arkansas and Mississippi, the authorities said.

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Politicians must refrain from commenting on religion: Congress

Updated: May 01, 2017 04:19 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): Disagreeing with Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu's opinion on the issue of triple talaq, the Congress on Monday said that politicians must keep away from commenting on such sensitive issues.

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'Frustrated' AAP needs introspection: BJP

Updated: May 01, 2017 03:39 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): Mocking the dispute within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said an outsider cannot split a party, adding the former's frustration is visible because of the recent loss in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections.

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Real Estate Act comes into effect from today

Updated: May 01, 2017 03:25 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Ending the nine year long wait, regulation of real estate sector involving over 76,000 companies across the county becomes a reality from May 1 with the Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Act, 2016 coming into force.

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U.S.-led fight on ISIS have killed 352 civilians: Pentagon

Updated: May 01, 2017 03:19 IST

Washington D.C. (U.S.), May 1 (ANI): As many as 352 civilians have been killed in U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State targets in Iraq and Syria since the operation began in 2014, the U.S. military said in a statement on Sunday.

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Rejecting 'immoral' triple talaq, Swamy stands for equal rights

Updated: May 01, 2017 02:59 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): Supporting Union and Broadcasting Minister M. Venakaiah Naidu's opinion on abolishing the Triple Talaq norm among the Muslims, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Monday said women and men in the nation have equal rights, adding the notion of this controversial divorce practice is immoral.

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'Complaint Box' AAP is crumbling under its own weight: BJP

Updated: May 01, 2017 02:40 IST

Mumbai/Bengaluru (Maharashtra/Karnataka) [India], May 1 (ANI): Taking a jibe over the infighting within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday said after a series of defeats in elections, the Arvind Kejriwal-led party is crumbling under its own weight.

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No help from JNUSU shows support to naxalism: ABVP

Updated: May 01, 2017 01:58 IST

New Delhi [India] May 1 (ANI): Hours after an assistant professor of the Jawaharlal Nehru University's (JNU) car was vandalised by an unknown person and stones were pelted at his house for condoling Sukma and Kupwara killing, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) leader and former joint secretary of Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) Saurabh Sharma said no kind of condemnation by the current JNUSU and Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) indicate secret support to naxalism and terrorism.

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India, Turkey to hold bilateral talks today

Updated: May 01, 2017 01:43 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): With the arrival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's arrival in New Delhi, India and

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DA case: Court to hear Virbhadra Singh's wife's plea

Updated: May 01, 2017 01:40 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): A Delhi Court will on Monday hear Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh's disproportionate assets case in which his wife Pratibha Singh had filed a plea alleging non-compliance with rules by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in filing a chargesheet.

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BJP Mayor, MLA demand ban on mobiles for school girls

Updated: May 01, 2017 01:08 IST

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) [India] May 1 (ANI): Two Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders from Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh district have stirred up a controversy by demanding a ban on carrying mobile phones by school girls.

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Naval Commanders' Conference to be held to review operational activities

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:56 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): A four-day Naval Commanders' Conference is scheduled at New Delhi from May 2 to 5.

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SC to hear plea on police vacancies

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:44 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Monday hear a plea filed by lawyer Manish Kumar on police vacancies in six states.

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Yogi Adityanath: A firebrand leader and an animal lover

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:30 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath started his Sunday with his ritualistic practice of feeding cows and calves in the cowshed of his parliamentary constituency Gorakhpur.

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Petrol, diesel price see marginal hike

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:23 IST

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The prices of petrol and diesel were hiked, being effective from today midnight.

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FIR against paraglider pilot for molesting tourist

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:23 IST

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 1 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh Police have registered an FIR against a paraglider pilot for allegedly molesting a tourist from Mumbai.

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Sisodia asks Law Department to not give legal advice without approval

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:02 IST

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Delhi Law Minister Manish Sisodia has issued strict instructions to the Law Department stating that a legal advice sought by any department of the government must seek approval from him.

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J-K: Terrorists open fire in Pulwama, one injured

Updated: May 01, 2017 00:02 IST

Pulwama (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] Apr 30 (ANI): A civilian was injured in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama when some terrorists opened fire.

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