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2014 Assembly Poll Final Result : BJP Becomes Single Largest Party in Maharashtra, Wins Majority in Haryana

BJP is confident of forming government alone in Maharashtra, as it is gaining majority in the assembly again.

Oct 18, 2014

'Ebola Czar': Reasons Why Obama's Pick Ron Klain as Coordinator is Drawing Criticism

Barack Obama's choice of Ron Klain as the country's representative for Ebola response, is drawing criticism.

Oct 18, 2014

Cyclone Hudhud: Death Toll Rises to 41

38 deaths reported in Andhra Pradesh, 3 in Odisha

Oct 18, 2014

Pak Violates Ceasefire Again; Army Chief Sharif Says Resolving Kashmir Issue Vital for Peace

Raheel Sharif's statement comes on a day when Pakistan once again breached ceasefire violation on Saturday.

Oct 18, 2014

Pakistan's Stance to Solve Problems with India Dented: Editorial

"Modi has been acting aggressive, employing anti-Pakistan rhetoric to appease crowds," it said.

Oct 18, 2014

ISIS Flags Waved in Kashmir Once Again

This would mark the fourth such incident in the state wherein protesters have brandished black flags of the Islamic State.

Oct 18, 2014

Nigeria: Boko Haram Militants Agree on Truce; Promise to Release Kidnapped Girls

Nigerian military announced that Boko Haram has agreed to release the 219 kidnapped schoolgirls.

Oct 18, 2014

Congress Leader Hari Kaushik Succumbs to Gunshot Wounds

There were three murder cases registered against Hari Kaushik, who died on Saturday

Oct 18, 2014

Happy Sweetest Day 2014: 10 Quotes to Express your Love

Here are 10 sweetest quotes you could share to express your love on the 'Sweetest Day' 2014.

Oct 18, 2014

North-East Groups Seek Capital Punishment for Racist Attackers

Home Minister Rajnath Singh had, on Friday, asked the Haryana and Karnataka governments to ensure safety of all citizens, including those from the northeast.

Oct 18, 2014

More than 70 crude bombs found in West Bengal

Malda, Oct 18 (ANI): The Crime Investigation Department (CID) recovered more than 70 crude bombs from a field in Malda district of West Bengal. This recovery comes after two suspected militants were killed and another was injured in the explosion which occurred on October 02 at a house in Khagragarh area of Burdwan district in the state. Two women were arrested in connection with the blast on October 05. The involvement of militant outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Harkat-ul Jihad al-Islami are being suspected in the blast. Also, a joint team of the National Security Guard (NSG) and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday recovered ammunition in large quantities from a house in the state. Superintendent of Police (SP) from Malda District, Prasun Banerjee, said that during a raid by the Kaliachok police, they had found material which resembled bombs. He added after the bombs were found, CID bomb disposal wing was informed, which finally recovered them.

Oct 18, 2014

Russian envoy to India says no double standards in dealing with Islamic State

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Russian envoy to India, Alexander Kadakin said that there should not be any double standard in dealing with militants of Islamic State. Kadakin indirectly slammed United States and blamed it of hypocrisy. While addressing mediapersons, Kadakin said Russia and India should work together to bring stability in Afghanistan.

Oct 18, 2014

Bangalore, Mysore, Other Karnataka Cities to be Renamed on 1 November

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah will officially announce the new names on 1 November on the occasion of Karnataka Rajyotsava (Karnataka Formation Day).

Oct 18, 2014

Will chop off hands of lax doctors found playing with lives of poor: Jitan Ram Manjhi

Motihari, Oct 18 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi against caught himself in a controversy after he warned lax doctors that he would chop off their hands if they found neglecting poor patients. He said that he is ready to face any consequences but will always stand for their rights. Manjhi asked the people to avoid going to fake doctors and approach the nearest government hospital. He said this while addressing a public meeting after inaugurating a 70-bed sub-divisional hospital at Pakri Dayal in Bihar's East Champaran district.

Oct 18, 2014

3D firecrackers dot markets in Chennai ahead of Diwali

Chennai , Oct 18 (ANI): People thronged markets in Chennai city of Tamil Nadu to buy 3D firecrackers ahead of Hindu festival of lights, Diwali.Diwali is celebrated with great fervour and gaiety all over India as it marks the return of Hindu Lord Rama to Ayodhya after he defeated Ravana, the powerful king of Lanka.Devotees decorate their homes with oil and electric lamps welcoming Lord Rama. They also celebrate by bursting firecrackers at homes with family and friends.A mass firecrackers sale has been organised in Chennai by Tamil Nadu Traders Association. There are about 120 shops selling variety of firecrackers. Joint secretary of Tamil Nadu Traders Association, Abdul Rehman said for children, 3D firecrackers were new in the market.

Oct 18, 2014