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Maharashtra govt to accord state funeral to RK Laxman, will build a memorial too

Mumbai/ Pune, Jan 27 (ANI): In a rare honour, Maharashtra government has decided to accord a state funeral to legendary cartoonist RK Laxman, creator of the iconic :The Common Man". Laxman died at the age of 94 after suffering multi-organ failure. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, who will attend the last rites of Laxman said that the state government will build a memorial for the late cartoonist. Meanwhile, Bollywood filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar said that the nation has lost the voice os common man with RK Laxman. The legendary cartoonist, who immortalized the hapless 'Common Man' with his devastating swipes at politicians, passed away on Monday at a city hospital after suffering multi-organ failure. Jan 27, 2015
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New York shuts down as winter storm blasts US

"Historic" winter storm pounds the northeastern United States hitting tens of millions of people and forcing a halt to public transportation and the rare cancelation of Broadway shows. Duration: 01:08 Jan 27, 2015
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Nations are more successful when their women are successful: Obama

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): US President Barack Obama on Tuesday while addressing the gathering at the Siri Fort auditorium said that nations are more successful when their women are successful in their lives. He added that his government in US is still working to ensure women get equal opportunities. He further said that it was a sign of great pride and honour to see the girl who commanded him the Guard of Honour. President Obama, who was on a three-day visit of India, concludes his trip later in the day. During the trip, he became the first US president to attend the Republic Day celebrations and the first president to visit India twice while still in office. Jan 27, 2015
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We live in countries where cooks grandson can become President & tea-sellers son can become PM: Ob

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): US President Barack Obama while addressing the gathering at Siri Fort auditorium said that India and US are the countries where the grandson of a cook can become a President and a tea-seller’s son can become a Prime Minister. He added that racial discrimination still exists in many parts of the world. Talking about harmony between religions, Obama said that India will succeed so long as it is not splintered on religious lines. President Obama, who was on a three-day visit of India, concludes his trip later in the day. During the trip, he became the first US president to attend the Republic Day celebrations and the first president to visit India twice while still in office. Jan 27, 2015
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Obama goes Bollywood, says 'Senorita, bade bade deshon mein..' at Siri Fort

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): US President Barack Obama on Tuesday while addressing a gathering at Siri Fort auditorium went Bollywood and quoted a dialogue of DDLJ "Senorita...bade bade deshon mein...you know what I mean". Obama was speaking on "India and America: The future we can build together". He added that relationship between US-India can be one of the defining partnerships of the century. He further said that the world would be a lot safer when the two democracies will stand together. Jan 27, 2015

Experts call China's red flag to India's entry into NSG 'fear from their side'

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): Indian experts on Chinese Affairs on Tuesday said that China's red flag to India's entry into the Nuclear Suppliers Group is 'the fear from their side'. China on Monday reacted coldly to strong indications that the United States would back India for a membership of the NSG. The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying cautioned that any such move "requires very careful consideration from all member countries". Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on Sunday said President Obama has assured him of strong US efforts in support of India's full membership of the four international export control regimes at the earliest, and indication of US backing for NSG membership. Jan 27, 2015
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Politicos offer their condolences over the demise of legendary cartoonist RK Laxman

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): Politicos on Tuesday mourned the death of eminent cartoonist RK Laxman, whose "You Said It" cartoon featuring the 'Common Man' lampooned India's powerful for half a century. Urban Development Minister Venkaiah Naidu said that it is a great loss to the country. Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar also expressed his grief over the demise of Laxman. Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore and BJD leader Jay Panda also expressed similar sentiments. According to media reports, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will attend the last rites of Laxman, who will be accorded the state funeral in Pune. Laxman who was ill from two weeks, died of multi-organ failure at a private hospital in Pune. Jan 27, 2015
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Leopard mauls six people in Jalpaiguri

Jalpaiguri, Jan 27 (ANI): A stray leopard mauled six people in West Bengal when it entered a village near Bhaikunthupur forest. Forest officials said that they reached the spot as soon as they were alerted about the leopard but their efforts to tranquilise the mammal went in vain. Later, villagers thrashed the leopard to death. Its carcass was sent for postmortem. Jan 27, 2015
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Sensex hits all time high, Market Expert says Obamas visit to India very productive

Mumbai, Jan 27 (ANI): As the S&P BSE Sensex opened on a positive note for eighth straight session led by gains in capital goods, auto and power sectors, Market Expert Sunil Shah credited the development to US President Barack Obama’s visit to India. Shah said that Obama’s visit to India is very productive and that the sentiments have been positive as the market us trading above 100 points. Capital goods and infrastructure stocks are likely to be in action following India and the US moved ahead towards commercial nuclear cooperation. At 9:40AM, the 30-share Sensex was up 95 points at 29,374 and the 50-share Nifty was up 9 points at 8,844. However, Shah advised the investors to not indulge in trading immediately and have some patience. Jan 27, 2015
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Kiran Bedi slams AAP for objecting to seating arrangement

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kiran Bedi on Monday slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for raising objections about her seating arrangement at the Republic Day celebrations earlier today. The former IPS officer was also miffed at the AAP for using her pictures in the party's new posters without her permission. According to reports, the AAP had raised questions about Bedi's front row seat at the Republic Day function. The party was also reportedly upset over the non-invitation to its chief Arvind Kejriwal to witness the Republic Day parade. Jan 27, 2015
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