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EC have made elaborate arrangements for all polls, J&K poll date to be decided soon: VS Sampath

New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): Chief Election Commissioner VS Sampath said that elaborate arrangements are made for polls and counting by the teams and every counting centres are under tight security. He said that the EC is happy with the increase in percentage of voters with time but this needs to further go up. Further, Sampath said that assembly polls in Jammu & Kashmir is under screening and that officers are taking stock of the situation in the state and all the views of the political parties are taken in the matter. He said that taking in account all this, decision on dates of polls will be decided in next few days. Oct 19, 2014
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Assembly polls 2014: Celebrations begin at BJP's Delhi headquarters as party takes lead in early tre

New Delhi/Hisar, Oct 19 (ANI): Celebrations began outside the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters on Sunday as early trends indicated that the BJP is maintaining vote counting leads in both Haryana and Maharashtra. The party office witnessed a happy and joyous environment similar to what was witnessed during Lok Sabha poll results. Party workers burned crackers and danced on drum beats as BJP continued to lead in vote counting in both the states. Asserting that Haryana will finally get rid of dynastic politics and corruption, BJP leader Captain Abhimanyu Singh expressed hope that his party will emerge victorious with a two-third majority in the new Haryana Assembly. Oct 19, 2014
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Shiv Sena not our political opponent: Devendra Fadnavis

Mumbai, Oct 19 (ANI): Maharashtra BJP president Devendra Fadnavis said on Sunday that the Shiv Sena is not the main political opponent of his party. Commenting on speculation that he is going to be the party's Chief Ministerial candidate in Maharashtra, Fadnavis said that the party's parliamentary board will take a decision once the results are out. Fadnavis has won from Nagpur South West seat. Oct 19, 2014
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Congress workers protest outside HQ to bring Priyanka Gandhi and save Congress

New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): As Congress appeared set to lose assembly elections in both Maharashtra and Haryana, party workers started raising slogans ‘Bring Priyanka, Save Congress’ outside Congress headquarters on Sunday. Congress leader Jagdish Sharma led the protest outside the Congress headquarters and demanded Priyanka Gandhi's entry into active politics. Sharma said that the party vice president Rahul Gandhi needs a capable associate and hence Priyanka should enter into politics. 'Bring Priyanka' slogans had been raised even earlier by the Congress workers whenever the party has lost an election. Oct 19, 2014
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Heavyweight bulls fetch millions at All India Cattle Show in UP

Meerut, Oct 19 (ANI): Heavyweight bulls fetched millions at All India Cattle Show in Meerut city of Uttar Pradesh. The show was held at the Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Agriculture University. Among all the heavyweight bulls, a giant 1400-kg bull that was crowned champion at the cattle show by a 10-member jury, not only stunned people by its size but also by fetching a mind-boggling 70 million rupees. The animal named 'Yuvraj' has been looked after by its owner Karamvir Singh, who purchased it soon after it was born, like his own child. Yuvraj stretches to 14 feet in length and a couple of notches over 5 feet 9 inches in height. Oct 19, 2014
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Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress remains confident even as BJP leads in early trends of by-polls

Mumbai/ New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress remained confident of gaining seats in Maharashtra by-polls even as BJP leads in early trends. Shiv Sena Spokesperson Sanjay Raut said that although BJP is gaining more seats but Shiv Sena too is performing good. He said that a clearer picture will come out after 7-8 rounds. NCP leader Majid Memon also remained confident of gaining satisfactory number of seats. Memon said that it is all one man show for BJP and they don't have any leader except for Narendra Modi. Meanwhile, Congress leader Sanjay Jha remained hopeful of good performance on the basis of the works it has done in both Haryana and Maharashtra. Oct 19, 2014
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Maoists kill unarmed policeman in Chhattisgarh

Raipur, Oct 19 (ANI): Maoists killed an unarmed policeman in Chhattisgarh, said a senior officer. Constable Shivkumar Sidar, who was unwell for the last few days, was going by bus for treatment in Sukma district when Maoists killed him. Additional Director General (ADG) Of Police, RK Vij ruled out any abduction. Security forces rushed to the spot to nab the assailants. The Maoists control large but poor areas of the region and often attack railway lines and mining operations to cripple economic activity, such as the transportation of coal to power and steel companies. The rebels are estimated to number 7000 hardcore fighters in nearly a third of India's 630 districts. Oct 19, 2014

BJP optimistic for victory even as counting underway for Haryana and Maharashtra by polls

New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): BJP leaders appeared optimistic for victory as counting began for Haryana and Maharashtra assembly elections on Sunday. BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain said that the early trends clearly show that people have faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that the credit of the election results goes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, party workers and BJP. BJP leaders Bijay Sonkar Shastri and GVL Narsimha Rao said they have full confidence that BJP will get clear mandate in the assembly elections of both the states. Oct 19, 2014
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Nobel peace prize to India and Pakitsna will help resolve border conflict: Dalai Lama

Dharamsala, Oct 19 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, his holiness the Dalai Lama said that Nobel peace prize to India and Pakistan can help resolve border conflict between the two neighbours. Pakistani teenager Malala Yousafzai, shot in the head by the Taliban two years ago for advocating girls' right to education, and Indian children's right advocate Kailash Satyarthi won the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize on October 10. Expressing his feeling to both awardees, Dalai Lama said the decision to award the Peace Prize to an Indian man and a Pakistani woman together emphasizes that only as human brothers and sisters will we create a more peaceful, happier world. Dalai Lama commended both Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthi for working to support children and said that children's future will only be secured if it is ensured that they receive full and equal education. Oct 19, 2014

Death toll in Nepal blizzard that engulfed Annapurna trail rises to at least 39

Himalayas, Oct 19 (ANI): An amateur video filmed by a British survivor of the deadly blizzard that engulfed Nepal's popular Annapurna trail in the Himalayas showed hikers amid heavy snow and blasting winds which made sighting close to impossible. The death toll in the blizzard has risen to 39, police and army sources said. Authorities rescued 60 more people on Saturday, when the army deployed troops on a ground search. More than 40 people were still missing after unseasonal weather in the peak trekking season unleashed avalanches on the 240-km (150-mile) route around Annapurna, the world's 10th-tallest peak, which takes enthusiasts three weeks to complete. The bodies of two hikers of Indian and Japanese nationality were recovered from the Himalayas on Saturday and taken to a post mortem ward in Kathmandu. Paul Sherridan, a British survivor of the blizzard said that deaths could have been avoided had safety measures been put into place at the appropriate time. Oct 19, 2014
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Counting for Maharashtra and Haryana assembly polls begins

Maharshtra/ Haryana, Oct 19 (ANI): Amid anticipations and apprehensions, counting of votes for the 288-member Maharashtra assembly and 90-member Haryana assembly has begun in the two states on Sunday. The two states went to polls on October 15. Haryana had recorded its highest-ever turnout of 76.54 % while Maharashtra recorded 63.13 % polling. Tight security has been maintained as the counting started for assembly seats of two states. The fate of the major parties in Maharashtra as well as Haryana is being decided across 288 centres at 269 locations in the state, while for the Haryana assembly polls, counting is underway at 90 centers set up in 57 places in the state. However, most exit polls has shown BJP at and advantageous position Oct 19, 2014
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Modi govt's decision to deregularise diesel prices draws reaction from politicians

Bhopal/Kolkata/New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): Indian government's announcement of lifting controls on diesel pricing with immediate effect, leading to an immediate fall in pump prices of nearly 6 percent drew flak from the politicians. Criticising the decision, Congress party leader Rashid Alvi said that it was not a good decision keeping in mind the common man as it would increase the burden on their pocket. However, CPI leader D Raja said the decision will have an adverse affect as the fall of crude in the international market will escalate the commodity prices across the country. Meanwhile, BJP leader Shrikant Sharma lauded the government's decision and said it will boost the economy. Oct 19, 2014
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Making righteous citizen joint mission for India and Bangladesh: APJ Abdul Kalam

Dhaka, Oct 19 (ANI): Former President APJ Abdul Kalam said that making righteous citizens is joint mission for India and Bangladesh, while both the nations should work towards achieving value-system. While addressing the 110th founding anniversary celebration of the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre in Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka, Kalam said building value-system is a requisite for the development of a nation. Kalam said it is important to construct the psyche of adolescents in the right manner. Oct 19, 2014
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Carnival showcases the rich culture of Arunachal in Guwahati

Guwahati, Oct 19 (ANI): A three-day-long Arunachal Carnival festival was organized in Guwahati under the theme of "Celebrating Oneness". The event was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Kiren Rijiju. Held under the aegis of Guwahati Arunachal Student Union (GASU) it aimed to bring unity and integrity among students of the north east region. Artists from various tribes of Arunachal Pradesh including Apatani, Adi, Singpho, Nyeshi and Galo performed their traditional dances in colorful attires. During the festival, various competitions were also conducted to showcase the young talents of the state which included a photo exhibition, Film Festival and Cultural Competitions. The major attraction at the venue was the Food Zone where people of the region put up their traditional food stalls. Events like this not only promote culture and tradition of the region but also help to unite the youth. Oct 19, 2014
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Himalayan snowstorm survivors are discharged from hospital

Himalayan snowstorm survivors, some treated for frostbite, are discharged from hospital before heading to the airport in Kathmandu Saturday. The death toll from the devastating snowstorm climbed to at least 43. Duration: 00:35 Oct 18, 2014
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