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Cyclone alert to parts of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
1:53 Andhra Pradesh, November 6 (ANI): A cyclone alert has been sounded in various parts of India's southern coastal states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu after a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal Sea seems to have intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. The storm is expected to bring rain and thundershowers at most places in north coastal Tamil Nadu state, Puducherry, and south coastal Andhra Pradesh. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 503
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Barack Obama lands in India
1:7 Mumbai, November 6 (ANI): American President Barack Obama, and first lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, has arrived in Mumbai for a four-day state visit to India. He will check in Hotel Taj at around 1.30 pm, and shortly after that Obama will make a statement to commemorate the 26/11 terror attacks. Then at 2 pm, he will drive down to the historic Mani Bhavan, the museum of Mahatma Gandhi's memorabilia. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 508
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Pollution level rises after Diwali in Delhi
1:21 New Delhi, November 6 (ANI): A day after the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, the level of pollutants in the air shot up due to excessive use of fireworks in Indian capital New Delhi. Diwali, celebrated every year in the month of October or November, usually marks a rise in the air and noise pollution level. Bursting firecrackers is a significant tradition of the festival. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 725
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Curfew in valley hits commoners pocket
1:22 Srinagar, November 06 (ANI): Though Kashmir valley has started to recover the turmoil caused by three month long protests,but the prices of essential commodities continue to remain high which shot up during the shutdowns.Thus,the real peace would be experienced by people when business retains strength in the valley and the sky-rocketing pries fall down. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 493
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Obama meets 26/11 survivors
3:9 Mumbai, November 6 (ANI): On their first stop on a three-day India visit, US President Barack Obama, and his wife Michelle, visited the 26/11 memorial at the Taj Hotel in Mumbai and paid homage to those killed in the deadly attacks. He also signed in the visitor\'s book. President Obama was taken around the Taj by Ratan Tata, the Chairman of Tata Sons which owns the Taj chain of hotels. While addressing the gathering, he said that the Hotel, which was the focus of the bloody 26/11carnage, is the symbol of Indian strength and capacity to overcome any crisis. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 694
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Obama calls Mahatma Gandhi world's hero
1:7 Mumbai, November 6 (ANI): Visiting the Gandhi Museum at Mani Bhavan in Mumbai to honour the Father of the Nation, US President Barack Obama on Saturday described Mahatma Gandhi as a hero not just to India but to the world.Hailing Bapu, Obama wrote in the visitor's book: I am filled with hope and inspiration as I have the privilege to view this testament to Gandhi's life. He is a hero not just to India but to the world. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 500
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Unprecedented Security cover in Delhi ahead of Obama's visit
1:49 New Delhi, November 6 (ANI): National capital New Delhi is all set to receive US president Barack Obama on Sunday with a fortified ground-to-air security cover.Hundreds of snipers will keep a watch from rooftops on the routes the President will be taking while aerial surveillance will also be maintained. Earlier, today security personnel carried out mock drill at vital places on the itinerary of the President's visit. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 430
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Srilanka has assured rehabilitation after winters: PC
1:35 Chennai, November 6 (ANI): Home minister P.Chidambaram on Saturday said that India has been ensured by the Srilankan government that the displaced Tamilians in Srilanka will be rehabilitated once the winter session gets over.Chidambaram gave the statement after meeting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi to discuss the issue.Meanwhile, Chidambaram also assured full security for Obama's visit. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 497
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Kareena wants to invite Prez Obama home!
0:50 New Delhi, November 6 (ANI): US President Barack Obama visiting India is reason enough to cause flutter all over the nation.How can Bollywood be left out So, when Kareena Kapoor visited capital to promote her latest Diwali bonanza Golmaal 3,a question was popped out in regards to the Prez for which the cat-eyed beauty had a quite interesting reply.Given a chance, where would Kareena like to take Obama out Well, here's what she had for an answer Can't I just invite Obama home I would love to invite him home. I'm a great chef, I'd cook some great Indian food for him, talk to him. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 472
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Deepika won't erase Ranbir's tattoo
1:4 New Delhi, November 05 (ANI): Deepika Padukone might be out of Ranbir Kapoor's life but this does not stop her from keeping some cherished memories of their love affair intact. Now the latest is that Deepika Padukone won't be erasing Ranbir Kapoor's tattoo on her back no matter what the current status of their relationship is. The actress recently confessed this on a chat show. It must be mentioned that Deepika had got the initials RK tattooed on her back at the peak of her relationship with Ranbir Kapoor. Ever since the tattoo has been one of Deepika's essential style statements though the fact remains that she is no longer dating the Kapoor lad. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 555
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Madhuri Dixit is back
0:54 New Delhi, November 05 (ANI): Dancing sensation Madhuri Dixit will be back on the scene soon.According to latest reports the diva has agreed to do TV show that will mark her comeback after a long gap.Though the actress had tried her hand at returning to films with the movie Aaja Nachle,but it failed to evoke any good response from her audiences. Now,the diva is back on the scene with the dance reality show Jhalak Dhiklaa Jaa. Madhuri has already given her confirmation to the makers of the show about her participation. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 531
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Kashmir recovers turmoil,gardens get facelift
2:16 Srinagar,November 05 (ANI): After three months of curfews and strikes hitting Kashmir region,the Jammu and Kashmir administration launched a massive facelift drive on Wednesday to beautify the region's famous gardens.As part of the drive,restoration and beautification works have already begun in some of the heritage gardens that were built by the Mughal emperors in medieval times.G.S. Naqash, the state's Director of Floriculture,said that maintaining the gardens was a challenge due to the tense situation in the Kashmir Valley. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 535
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Obama's visit would hasten execution of nuke deal: Nirupama
2:11 New Delhi, India, November 5 (ANI): India's Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao said on Thursday that US President Barack Obama's visit this week would help cement ties and hasten the implementation of the civil nuclear deal as the decks have been cleared for the implementation of the civil nuclear agreement. Meanwhile, on the issue of outsourcing, Rao said it was only a small part of a robust relationship. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 493
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Nirupama expresses optimism on Indo-U.S. trade ties
1:40 New Delhi, November 5 (ANI): Expressing her optimism on Indo-US ties, India\'s Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao on Thursday asserted that the two nations were committed to address regional and global issues through multidimensional cooperation. Ahead of US President Barack Obama\'s visit to India, Rao said there was enormous potential for bilateral growth through cooperation between the two nations. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 438
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Maoists murder two villagers in Chhattisgarh
1:32 Chhattisgarh/ West Bengal, November 5 (ANI): In yet another gruesome incident of Maoists unleashing brutality, the rebels murdered two villagers in Rajanandgaon district of Chhattisgarh on Thursday. The deceased identified as Gopi Ram and Rajendra Koreti, were killed by the Maoists on suspicion of being informants to the police. Meanwhile, in yet other incident security personnel were successful in arresting two suspected Maoists in Bankura region of West Bengal. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 479
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Mumbai turned to fortress, Vehicular restrictions announced
1:53 Mumbai, November 5 (ANI): The financial capital of India is all set to receive the US president Barack Obama with security fully intact. As per it, Mumbai traffic police yesterday announced several restrictions on movement of vehicular traffic in the city to beef up the security measures. Vivek Phansalkar, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) said several roads near the Hotel Taj Mahal in the city would be restricted for the general traffic with on-road parking on many roads not allowed for November 6 and 7. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 585
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A Raja must resign: CPI (M)
2:45 New Delhi, November 5 (ANI): CPI (M) has demanded the sacking of Telecom Minister A. Raja over his alleged role in 2G telecom spectrum allocation controversies. Senior CPI (M) leader Sitaram Yechury demanded the resignation of the minister, while interacting with media in New Delhi on Thursday, after the report of Comptroller Auditor General (CAG) had reportedly brought out some evidence against the Minister and other officials in the ministry. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 654
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Good interface between forces in Maoist-hit areas: CRPF DG
1:28 Bhubneshwar, November 5 (ANI): Expressing satisfaction over the co-ordination between the state police and central paramilitary forces, K. Vijay Kumar, the new Director General of CRPF, on Thursday said that the interaction between both forces is commendable enough to tackle the Maoist-insurgency in Orissa. Kumar said this after completing his two-day visit to the Maoist affected areas in the state. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 425
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Abhishek Bachchan unveils tallest Hanuman Statue
2:23 Shimla, November 5 (ANI): Junior Bachchan seemed to be on a devotional spree as he unveiled a 108 feet tall statue of Hanuman in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday. Also present on the occasion was Himachal Pradesh chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal, who jointly unveiled the statue of Lord Hanuman. The Bollywood star also spoke about his upcoming film, 'Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Se' in which he plays the role of a defiant revolutionary. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 903
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Security beefed up in Delhi for Diwali
1:30 New Delhi, November 5 (ANI): Security has been beefed up across New Delhi for the Diwali, the festival of lights. Heavily armed police personnel have been deployed in nearly all markets. With terror threats looming large ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama's visit to India, security has been a major area of concern. The locals, however, seem to be satisfied with the security arrangements of the Delhi Police. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 488
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