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U.S. Navy railgun makes public debut

STORY: Once an imaginary weapon on Star Wars, the electromagnetic gun is now reality...with the railgun making its public debut at the the U.S. Navy's Science and Technology Expo on Wednesday. The Feb 6, 2015
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Indian authorities step up measures to battle swine flu

Visakhapatnam/ Ajmer, Feb 06 (ANI): With the spread of swine flu across several Indian states, authorities have stepped up measures to combat the fatal H1N1 virus. In port city of Visakhapatnam, adequate medical supplies have been stocked up in hospitals, including masks and Tamiflu medication. People are being educated on preventive measures. They have been instructed to use masks, to wash their hands frequently besides sanitising the environment. District Collector of Visakhapatnam, N Yuvraj said doctors have been told to take extra care while treating both suspected and positive cases. Special wards and counters have been opened in hospitals and a special team of doctors has been trained to tackle swine flu cases. The disease has killed 191 people in the country in January alone, with the newly formed Telangana state being worst hit. Meanwhile in Ajmer city of Rajasthan, people gathered in mosques to pray for the early recovery of swine flu patients. Feb 6, 2015
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PM Modi took views of economists to boost growth, says Jaitley

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Friday while speaking about the NITI Aayog's maiden meet said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed economists and then asked for their suggestions to boost the investment growth. Jaitley further said that the suggestions related to the high growth and financing of infrastructure. The economists present at the interaction were Vijay Kelkar, Nitin Desai, Bimal Jalan, Rajiv Lall, R. Vaidyanathan, Subir Gokarn, Parthasarathi Shome, P Balakrishnan, Rajiv Kumar, Ashok Gulati, Mukesh Butani and G.N. Bajpai. Bibek Debroy and Dr. VK Saraswat, members and CEO, NITI Aayog attended the meeting. Feb 6, 2015
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India hopes for positive outcome from Paris climate summit, says Javadekar

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar on Friday said that India is hoping for a positive outcome from Paris climate summit. Senior officials from almost 190 nations will meet from February 08-13 in Geneva to work on a draft UN deal to limit global warming. The agreement, built on national plans for curbs on rising world greenhouse gas emissions beyond 2020, is meant to be finalised at the Paris meeting in December. Javadekar also promised prior meeting among stakeholders to thrash out the differences. Javadekar said companies could be compensated for making critical technologies an open source. Feb 6, 2015
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Delhi polls: AAP rejects Imam Bukhari's offer of support

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday rejected former Jama Masjid Shahi Imam Syed Ahmed Bukhari's offer of support for the Delhi Assembly polls and its aftermath. AAP leader Ashutosh recalled that Bukhari had invited Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for his son's anointment as the shahi imam of Jama Majid in November last year. Bukhari had earlier in the day appealed to Muslims to support the AAP in tomorrow's assembly polls to help form a secular government in Delhi. The religious leader had endorsed the Congress during last year's Lok Sabha polls, which saw the party being routed after 10 years in power. A total of 673 candidates are in the fray for the 70-member Delhi Assembly which goes to polls tomorrow. The results will be declared on February 10. Feb 6, 2015
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Ahead of D-day, BJP CM candidate Kiran Bedi travels on Delhi Metro

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): BJP's Chief Ministerial candidate Kiran Bedi on Friday travelled on the Delhi Metro from Patel Chowk to Nirman Vihar. Bedi was seen travelling in the general compartment along with her supposters. Bedi said that one step for the development of Delhi is not enough and that several steps would be required. She added that if she comes to power, then she will survey the Metro unannounced. She further said that crime on the move needs to be monitored. A total of 673 candidates are in the fray for the 70-member Delhi Assembly. Delhi goes to polls on February 7, while the results will be declared on February 10. Feb 6, 2015
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Thousands rally in Amman for dead pilot

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION). STORY: Activists, political parties and civil society associations marched in the Jordanian capital Amman on Friday (February 6) to condemn the killing of the Feb 6, 2015
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China slams U.S. for cyber hacking allegation

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) Beijing on Friday (February 6) slammed the allegation made by the United States that China had a possible link to a cyberattack on its insurance company Anthem Inc. Feb 6, 2015
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It's a rest day for Kejriwal after high-decibel campaign for Delhi polls ends

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): A day before polling begins in Delhi; AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal took to unwinding after a hectic campaigning spree. Kejriwal started his day by performing yoga and later visited his local saloon for a haircut. On being asked about his everyday life, Kejriwal said that he doesn't miss his meals and likes to have soft drinks when he does not have cough or sore throat. Kejriwal also visited Rakabganj Gurudwara. Later in the day, Kejriwal offered 'Kadha prasad' at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara. He also took blessings and offered prayers at Birla Temple of Gole Market area. A total of 673 candidates are in the fray for the 70-member Delhi Assembly. Delhi goes to polls on February 7, while the results will be declared on February 10. Feb 6, 2015
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Fresh snowfall turns Kashmir into picturesque landscape

Srinagar, Feb 06 (ANI): The fresh spell of snowfall in Kashmir has brought cheers to tourists and residents alike as the Valley is turned into a picturesque landscape. Tourists came out in large numbers to rejoice the weather and take boat rides in the world famous Dal Lake. The temperature has plummeted to zero and minus levels in several regions of the state. Locals, hoteliers and businessmen are happy as fresh snowfall is likely to boost tourism in the region. During winters, holidaying crowd from the plains of India and other parts of the country prefer to throng northern states of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir to experience snowfall. Feb 6, 2015
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Karnataka HC upholds decision to ban Praveen Togadia's entry in Bangalore

Bengaluru, Feb 06 (ANI): The Karnataka High Court on Friday upheld the state government's decision to ban Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Praveen Togadia's entry in Bengaluru. Togadia, who was banned from entering Bengaluru and participating in any public meeting/ function between February 5 and February 11 in view of maintenance of law and order in the city, had in his petition claimed the order issued by Police Commissioner MN Reddi is arbitrary and unconstitutional. The VHP leader is scheduled to take part in the Virat Hindu Samajotsava to be held in the city on February 8. Feb 6, 2015
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