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Fans angry over cancelled Akon concert
1:59 Pune/ Mumbai, April 16 (ANI): The birthday celebrations of popular Senegalese-American pop singer Akon turned violent in Pune on Saturday as fans protested, demanding refund of their money because the singer did not perform. Thousands of fans across the country arrived at the event to listen to their favourite numbers but were upset as the singer left the place after cutting his birthday cake. The situation was brought under control later by the police. It was the first visit of the pop singer in the city. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 629
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Rainfall in Kolkata brings life to a standstill
1:17 Kolkata, June 17(ANI): Though the whole of northern India is enjoying the early monsoons, normal life was hit in Kolkata on Tuesday. Incessant rainfall led to water logging and submerged roads disrupting traffic. Many areas were flooded as overflowing drains choked roads. Commuters had to make their way through gushing waters. The residents lament that the poor drainage system is responsible for the mess and not the volume of rainfall. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1302
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Devotee's throng to temples on first day of Navratri
1:21 New Delhi, March 16 (ANI): Hindus thronged temples in New Delhi on Tuesday to offer prayers on the first day of the nine-day-long festival of 'Navratri'. Hundreds of devotees thronged the famous Jhandewalan temple in the capital to seek blessings of the Hindu goddess Durga. Early morning rituals were performed to mark the festival, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. As per the Hindu calendar, the beginning of Navratri also marks the Hindu New Year and celebrations assume even greater significance. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 607
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Elections in Gilgit Baltistan a fraud
4:8 Gilgit, March 08: Gilgit-Baltistan was administered as a colony by Pakistan for over 62 years. On 29 August 2009, the Gilgit-Baltistan Empowerment and Self-Governance Order 2009, was unilaterally passed by Pakistani cabinet to change the political setup of the region which is not even listed as Pakistan's territory in its own constitution. The Order was a move to forcibly annexe the territory and was objected to by all nationalist groups.On November 12, 2009 Pakistan organized elections for a new Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly.264 candidates of different parties contested 24 seats. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1181
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Influx of illegal Bhutanese currency in WB threatens Indian eco
2:5 Jalpaiguri,December 06 (ANI):The influx of illegal Bhutanese currency in Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal has posed a threat to India's economy,as traders of the region prefer the process for their century-old cross-border trade process.Due to a lack of exchange offices,the Bhutanese pay in Ngultrum, Bhutanese currency.The exchange of the Bhutan currency along with the Indian currency has become an everyday practice for the traders and businessmen of the region. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 497
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Demand for JPC continues to stall Parliament
1:11 New Delhi, November 26 (ANI): With leader of House in Lok Sabha Pranab Mukherjee admitting yesterday that he does not know as to how to end impasse in Parliament, situation was no different today, as the standoff in both the houses continued for 11th consecutive day. No sooner than the tribute was paid to the victims of Mumbai 26/11 attacks, agitating opposition members started creating uproarious scenes, following which the parliament was ultimately adjourned for the day. Shouting slogans, MPs gathered in the well of the Lok Sabha following which the it was adjourned till noon. However, when it reassembled, scenes were no different and consequently, the speaker Meira Kumar adjourned it for the day. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 497
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Pakistan signs pact with Taliban enforces Sharia law
1:19 Peshawar, February 16 (ANI):Pakistan's government agreed to restore a strict form of Islamic law Shariya in Swat valley and neighbouring areas of the northwest on Monday in a bid to take the steam out of a Taliban uprising raging since late 2007.A spokesman for the North West Frontier Government said in a statement read after talks in Peshawar that all un-Islamic laws related to the judicial system,those against the Quran and Sunnah,would be subject to cancellation and considered null and void. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1139
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Hemant Soren apologises to BJP, asks to change leadership
1:52 Ranchi, April 29 (ANI): In a dramatic u-turn, Hemant Soren, son of Jharkhand chief Shibu Soren, apologised for his father's vote in favour of ruling Congress party during the cut motion in Parliament, and urged the leadership of ally Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to reconsider their decision of withdrawing support from the state government. He further said that even if BJP wants change in Jharkhand's leadership then his father, Shibu Soren, is ready to give up his post. Meanwhile, BJP leaders have called a meeting over the issue and the party is likely to consider Shibu's son's proposal. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 669
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Lengthiest Kanwar,centre of attraction,in Patna
1:25 Patna,July 31 (ANI): Chanting in praise of Lord Shiva, devotees in Patna, have been attracting attention of one all. Known as Kanwarias, these devotees are carrying a 54 feet long Kanwar, a pole to carry water fetched form River Ganga or other river sources in pots tied to the pole. This ritual of fetching water from the river and bringing it back in pots tied to a Kanwar, on foot, for offering to Lord Shiva at the temple in one's own town or neighbourhood is a ritual observed by Hindus during monsoon. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 486
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Maoists kill two villagers in Orissa after holding a public trial court
2:10 Orissa, September 20 (ANI): In what could be termed as an absolute form of anarchy, a father and son were allegedly murdered by Maoists in Lachmani village under Koraput district of Orissa on Saturday late at night after holding a trial court in public. Reportedly, the rebels who were heavily armed suspected the duo of being police informers and accused them of exploiting labourers. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 477
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Celebrating Childhood
2:1 Amir Khan is hoping that his next venture 'Taare Zameen Par' turns out to be successful and the reason is simple. The movie is special for Amir as it marks his directorial debut. The film has eight songs and they celebrate childhood. The music of the film has been scored by Shankar–Ehsaan-Loy. The lyrics have been penned by Prasoon Joshi who if one recalls was also the lyricist of Rang De Basanti. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 3028
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Kangana to abuse for Tanu weds Manu
1:6 New Delhi, January 20 (ANI): After Kareena mouthing bad words in Golmaal 3 and Rani Mukherjee in No One Killed Jessica, now its Kangana Ranaut who will be seen uttering the choicest of Hindi abuses in her upcoming film Tanu weds Manu. Unlike all her past films, Kangana will be playing a loud, small-town-wild girl who has a zest for life, is bold and fun loving at the same time in this film. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 725
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Development should not affect capital's greenery: Jairam
1:46 New Delhi, June 3 (ANI): Addressing a public meeting in New Delhi ahead of the World Environment Day, Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh called for striking a balance between environment conservation and development. Ramesh said the national capital should remain green and the people should take the initiative to plant more plants. Meanwhile, Delhi chief Sheila Dikshit, who was also present at the meet, said that the state government aimed to give 25 percent tree cover to the capital to keep the pollution level in control. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 653
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AI seals major trade union offices, unions still defiant
1:21 Mumbai, May 27(ANI): In a bid to curb further dissent among employees, India's state-owned airliner, Air India , today de-recognized two of its major trade unions and sealed their offices in Mumbai. However, the trade unions remain defiant and has called the Airline management's decision dictatorial. The decision came soon after the two-day flash strike by Air India employees ended after the Delhi High Court deemed the strike as illegal on Wednesday. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 576
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Seminar held to discuss the political status of J and K
2:8 New Delhi, September 18 (ANI): Participants at a seminar held in New Delhi on September 18 have expressed concern at voices being raised on the issue of secession of Jammu and Kashmir from India. Several eminent personalities participated in the seminar.They said that there is no basis on which any change in political status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir could be considered. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1063
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Kashmir\'s Pandits accuse election commission of bias
1:16 New Delhi, May 4 (ANI): Displaced Hindus from Kashmir, popularly known as Kashmiri Pandits, staged a silent protest in New Delhi on Sunday, saying their names were struck off from the voters\' list. Angry Pandits accused the independent election commission of discriminating against them. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 879
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Pilgrims throng shrine on India-Pak border
1:39 Punjab, Apr 13(ANI): Hundreds of Indian pilgrims throng a mausoleum of a Sufi saint that lies just on the Pakistan border in northern Punjab to pay obeisance. The mausoleum of Pir Baba Sheikh Brahm lies on the border of India and Pakistan near Mianwali Uttar village in Khamkaran sector in the Indian side of Punjab. According to villagers Pir Baba was a disciple of the first Sikh Guru Nanak Dev. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1346
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India has fair chances to win tri-series: Harbhajan
1:26 New Delhi, August 24 (ANI):Indian cricket team's chances of winning the tri-series in Sri Lanka are quite good,Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh said in New Delhi on Monday.Harbhajan said this while unveiling the world's first Digital Trophy,the Compaq cup,for the tri nation series.The tri-series,which also involves New Zealand,will be held from September 8 to 14. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 942
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LS,RS adjourned till Feb 24 over price rise uproar
1:3 New Delhi,February 32(ANI): Uproar over the rising food prices on Tuesday forced Speaker Meira Kumar to adjourn the Lok Sabha for the day after a furious opposition demanded top priority to a discussion on the issue.Meira Kumar first adjourned the house till noon after opposition MPs from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Samajwadi Party (SP) demanded that their adjournment motion be accepted and all other businesses of the house postponed to discuss the skyrocketing prices of essential commodities. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 673
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Govt urges states to promote scientific research
2:4 New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Kapil Sibal, Union Minister for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences has called for developing Research and development facilities in order to promote basic research in institutions in the country. Speaking to media after a meeting with the state ministers of science and technology in national capital New Delhi on Monday (May 12), Sibal lamented that only around 150 persons among one million people pursue R and D in India. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 1231
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