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Interim Council as baseless: GNLF
1:20 Siliguri, November 29 (ANI): Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF), regional political party supporting the movement for the formation of a separate 'Gorkhaland' state in West Bengal, termed the demand for Interim Council as baseless. Speaking to the media persons on Sunday, GNLF Chief Subhash Ghising said that there is already functional Darjeeling Hill Council, and Interim Council is not even a demand. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 618
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Massive fire at warehouse in Delhi
1:41 New Delhi,November 29 (ANI): The massive fire in a section of a warehouse that had left four fire personnel and a policeman injured in the busy Chandni Chowk area of national capital New Delhi continued to rage on Monday.Evidently,the fire broke out on Sunday evening in the godown of a plastic factory following a suspected short circuit. As many as 30 fire tenders have been pressed into service, however, fire fighters are having a tough time to control the fire because the area has narrow lanes.While talking to mediapersons,Vijay Bahadur,Divisional officer of Delhi Fire Service said that the building in which fire broke out has been damaged badly and the fire fighters would have to manually demolish the building to completely extinguish the fire. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 596
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Jagan Mohan Reddy resigns as Congress MP
1:2 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): Dissident Congress MP from Kadappa and son of former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Y. S. R. Reddy, Jagan Mohan Reddy resigned as MP and from the Congress party today. His mother, Vijayalaxmi, has also resigned as MLA from Pulivendula Assembly seat. In an open letter submitted to Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, he has expressed anguish over being sidelined in the party and has alleged that some Congress leaders were conspiring against him.Jagan Mohan Reddy has been at loggerheads with party leaders right after the death of his father in September last year. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 583
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Hindus, Muslims collectively seek blessings of Saint Bano Maa
1:43 Maharashtra, November 29 (ANI): Situated about 348 miles from Mumbai, Ahmed Nagar district in Maharastra is known for amity between Hindus and Muslims. And the celebration of annual Urs of Saint Banno Maa in Bodhegaon area of the district is a perfect example of this fact. Every year people from different faiths not only come here to pay their respect to the saint, but also help in organizing the Urs. Banno Maa was a mystic wanderer who devoted her entire life for the betterment of mankind and preached communal harmony. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 560
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Gilgit Baltistan: A part of Azad Kashmir
3:44 Gilgit Baltistan, November 29: Nestled between lofty Himalayan Mountains Gilgit Baltistan, a resource-rich territory, now occupied illegally by Pakistan was part of undivided Jammu and Kashmir. Gilgit Baltistan has seen a separatist movement over the past few years amid human rights violations, alarmingly low literacy levels, the absence of industry, deplorable road and communication links, poor energy sources and the lack of job opportunities. The political leaders and nationalists in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan blame Pakistan for its discriminatory policies against the region. Raja Farooq Haider Khan, the former Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir said that Gilgit Baltistan is an integral part of Azad Kashmir and demanded that the people of the region should get constitutional and political rights. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 696
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BJP celebrates 5 years of Shivraj Govt, Cong protests
1:35 Indore, November 29 (ANI): As BJP ruled Madhya Pradesh is today celebrating five years of Shivraj Singh Chouhan as the Chief Minister, Congress on the other hand observed protest over the alleged misrule of BJP in the state. Protesting the very concept of Pride Day, Pramod Tandon, the President of the state Congress unit, said that the problems in the state have been increasing day by day. Congress supporters dressed up as BJP workers shouted slogans against the BJP and said that that the party's downfall has begun in Madhya Pradesh. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 481
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Shahid to do love story for Kunal Kohli
0:51 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): After donning various shades in acting, Bollywood's chocolate boy Shahid Kapoor will come back to what he is best at romance.Shahid is all set to do a romantic film for Kunal Kohli, whose production Break Ke Baad has released recently.Although Kunal has confirmed that Shahid will be the lead hero of the film but he is yet to decide the leading lady.The shooting for the film will begin in April next year.Shahid is currently busy shooting for his father Pankaj Kapoor's directorial venture Mausam. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 488
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Parliament adjourned again, deadlock over 2G-scam continues
1:4 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): There seems to be no end to the logjam in Parliament over the 2G-spectrum scam. Both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were, once again, adjourned for the day on Monday, as the Opposition persisted with its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe into the controversial 2G-spectrum scam. Earlier in the morning, Lok Sabha saw members thumping their desks after speaker Meira Kumar lauded the performance of Indian sportspersons in the recently concluded Asian Games. But as soon as the speaker took up the Question Hour, opposition leaders start demanding a JPC probe into the allocation of the 2G-spectrum scam. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 449
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India cautious on WikiLeaks
1:44 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): As the world was shocked with the WikiLeaks revelation of classified 250, 000 U.S. diplomatic cables that include candid views of foreign leaders and blunt assessments of nuclear and terrorist threats, India took a more cautious approach to the issue. Reacting on the leaks in New Delhi, MoS for External Affairs, Preneet Kaur today advocated that India would wait and watch, rather than rushing on to any conclusion. The whistleblowers documents disclosed how Arab leaders had urged US to strike Iran and how US officials were instructed to spy UN leadership. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 698
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Traders across faiths run Jewellery Business in Jaipur
4:23 Jaipur, November 29 (ANI): Jaipur, the pink city located in India's western state of Rajasthan is known for its marvelous monuments, colorful traditions and customs. And not only this, Jaipur is a world-renowned center for sourcing fine-cut precious and semi-precious gems and stones. The famous lanes of Johari Bazar, literally meaning the jewelers' market display a variety of traditional gems and jewelry. And for centuries Hindus and Muslims have been working together in this multi-crore business. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 465
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Kalmadi welcomes probe in CWG, says have done no wrong
1:50 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): Commonwealth Games Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi on Monday welcomed investigations into the games saying that he has not done anything wrong.He also said he will make a statement in parliament.He also noted that committee was only responsible for organising Games,opening and closing ceremony with a budget of Rs 1,500 to 1,700 crore.Kalmadi is likely to be questioned in the coming weeks in connection with the AM Films scam and overlays deals running into crores. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 447
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Sanjay Dutt to play villain in Agneepath remake
1:3 New Delhi, November 29 (ANI): Actor Sanjay Dutt will play the role of the main villain in the remake of Agneepath, starring Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra. In the original, Danny Denzongpa essayed the role of the villain, crime baron Kancha Cheena. Sanju Baba was singed recently for the role in this Dharma Productions' film. This is the first time Sanjay is working with Karan Johar. An excited Sanjay says, KJo is not talking about it right now as he plans to make a big announcement soon. It is learnt that KJo wanted Dutt to shave his head for the film but the actor refused as he is shooting simultaneously for other movies. Now a special team of make-up artists from London will fly down to India to give him the bald look. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 663
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Abhishek Bachchan to act in Hera Pheri 4
0:43 New Delhi, November 30 (ANI): While Abhishek Bachchan will soon be seen in a serious film, Khelein Hun Jee Jaan Se, the actor is also gearing up to tickle your funny bone.He will be acting in Hera Pheri 4.I have signed Anees Bazmee's film, Hera Pheri 4. We will start shooting next month,confirms the actor.The film will be produced by Feroz Nadiadwala and directed by Anees Bazmee.The earlier sequels were directed by Priyadarshan.well,the prequels of Hera Pheri have been superhits.So we hope, Hera Pheri 4 also brings some respite to Abhi’s fading career. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 563
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After box-office, Ajay all set to rule ad-world
0:56 New Delhi, November 30 (ANI): After giving the maximum hits this year, actor Ajay Devgan is now all set to rule the ad-mad world. After Golmaal 3 was deemed a superhit, Ajay has been flooded with endorsement offers.Deals with an automobile brand,a textiles brand and a mobile company are in the process of being finalised.A source close to the actor confirms, Yes, Ajay is currently in the process of inking two mass brands and one high-end luxury brand one of which will be launched soon in December. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 498
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CWG, Asiad inspire girls to take up sports
1:54 Varanasi, November 30 (ANI): Young girls in Uttar Pradesh have been inspired by the recent Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, wherein the women athletes displayed remarkable performances.The young enthusiasts are undergoing the regimen of tough practice at the temple city of Varanasi to carve out a career in sports. Nilu Mishra, a former national athlete, is training these female aspirants. These girls have come out of the rural homes to get better training facilities hoping not only to represent India, but even win medals for the country. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 680
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Salman says no to another telly show
0:50 New Delhi, November 28 (ANI): Besides Bollywood, Salman Khan is now a demanding name in the television world too. After the success of in ‘Dus Ka Dum’ and the on going reality show ‘Bigg boss 4’, Sallu was offered to judge the dance show ‘Jhalak Dikhla Jaa’, but to the disappointment for the makers, Salman refused the offer. According to sources, since Sallu is on good terms with Colors, he doesn’t wish to work with its rival channels. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 412
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Katrina gets all praises for ‘Shiela ki Jawaani’
0:56 New Delhi, November 28 (ANI): There is no doubt that Katrina’s career is going great guns, but it’s another feather in her hat. She is been getting all praises for her sizzling item number ‘Shiela ki Jawaani’ from her upcoming movie Tees Maar Khan. The buzz is taking rounds that for this item song Katrina had reduced oodles of weight and came to size zero. It is said that she looks utterly hot in Sheila Ki Jawaani. She seems to have got the moves right finally. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 524
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Illegal constructions cause environmental hazards in Darjeeling
2:2 Darjeeling, November 27 (ANI): The massive construction of buildings, a majority of them illegal, has led to degradation of soil texture in the Darjeeling Hills area of West Bengal, making the place vulnerable to landslides. Local builders, however, have ignored the threat of landslides, warned by geologists who say that the construction of unauthorised buildings coupled with improper drainage systems have led to such mishaps. Meanwhile, the state government blames builders for the situation. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 629
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8 dead after cargo plane crashes in Pakistan
0:48 Karachi, November 28 (ANI): A plane carrying eight people crashed early on Sunday in a residential area of Karachi, Pakistan's biggest city, setting buildings on fire. Provincial Health Minister Sagheer Ahmed told Reuters three bodies were recovered. The Civil Aviation Authority said the plane went down after taking off from Karachi airport. Spokesman Pervez George said it was a Russian-built cargo aircraft bound for Sudan. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 509
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Sports should be lead by sportsmen: Kapil Dev
1:11 Bangalore, November 28 (ANI): Former cricketer Kapil Dev said that Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) should have a cricketer as its Chief. He said this on Saturday while speaking to the reporters on the sidelines of a function organised by a brand in Bangalore. Karnataka State Cricket Association has recently elected Anil Kumble India's former bowler as its President. Added: 15844 days ago Views: 427
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