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Without water, east Ukrainians struggle to survive

For Aleksandra, 80, survival comes down to one thing - water. Like many others in the flashpoint eastern Ukrainian city of Slavyansk, she has come to central Lenin Square to fill her bottle from the stagnant pool at the fountain. Duration: 2:20 Jun 13, 2014
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Goa MLAs going to Brazil at their own expense, says Fisheries Minister

Panaji, June 13 (ANI): After sparking controversy among people and politicians, Goa MLA came with the verdict that all MLAs are going to Brazil to watch FIFA World Cup at their own expense. Fisheries Minister of Goa Avertano Furtado stated that because it had become a matter of controversy, all MLAs got together and decided that they will go to Brazil at their own expense. He also added that he is a sports person and is keen on getting some knowledge about Football tournaments as India is going to host one in 2017. Jun 13, 2014
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UP and Haryana sign MoU for bridge construction on River Yamuna

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh on Friday for construction of a bridge on River Yamuna. The high level bridge on the river will connect Bilaspur-Khojkipur Road of Haryana with Tanda-Kurdi-Nangal-Sai Mandir Chaproli-Barot Road in Uttar Pradesh. The principal secretaries of the both states signed the MoUs in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. The estimated cost of the bridge is around rupees 108.68 crore. Jun 13, 2014
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UP and Haryana sign MoU for bridge construction on River Yamuna

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh on Friday for construction of a bridge on River Yamuna. The high level bridge on the river will connect Bilaspur-Khojkipur Road of Haryana with Tanda-Kurdi-Nangal-Sai Mandir Chaproli-Barot Road in Uttar Pradesh. The principal secretaries of the both states signed the MoUs in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. The estimated cost of the bridge is around rupees 108.68 crore. Jun 13, 2014
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Congress workers protest outside BJP headquarters over water & power crisis in Capital

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): Congress leaders and workers on Friday protested against water and power crisis in the capital outside BJP headquarters in New Delhi. Workers held banners, shouted slogans and broke mud pots to express their anger against the ruling BJP government. Congress leader Arvinder Singh Lovely slammed the AAP government for the problems being faced by public. Lovely then slammed the BJP for being ignorant towards the problems of people and blaming Congress instead. Lovely also added that Congress will keep holding protests until the problem of electricity and water is solved in the Capital. Jun 13, 2014
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Madhuri Dixit unveils Taj Mahal's new raga with Niladri Kumar

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): Bollywood beauty and brand ambassador of Taj Mahal tea, Madhuri dixit unveiled its new raga with sitar maestro Niladri Kumar at a musical high tea held in the national capital New Delhi. The evening witnessed a mesmerizing classical and fusion musical performance by Niladri Kumar who played Taj Mahal's new darjeling raga for the audience. Speaking on the occasion, Niladri expressed his happiness to be a part of Taj Mahal tea. Madhuri who is a teetotaler even spoke about bollywood’s tea culture. Dressed aptly in a beautiful blue sari Madhuri looked as gorgeous as ever. Jun 13, 2014
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Gas leak in Bhilai Steel Plant sparks protest

Bhilai, June 13 (ANI): Workers union on Friday protested against gas leak at Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh, which left six people dead and many others unwell. Methane gas leaked after a pipeline bursted at the Bhilai Steel Plant. Workers of Democratic Steel Workers Union came out in droves and vented out their anger against the authorities. One of the protesting workers, Surendra, said the incident could have been avoided if the authorities had put safety measures in place. Gas leakage from blast furnace occurred due to breakdown in a water pump, affecting people working nearby in the plant premises. Jun 13, 2014
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Pakistan violates ceasefire, politicos react

New Delhi/ Hyderabad, June 13 (ANI): Political leaders on Friday condemned ceasefire violation by Pakistan in the morning. CPI leader Atul Anjan stated that Pakistan has failed to control violence and terrorism which gains support from their government. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that PM Modi's government took an initiative of building friendly relations with Pakistan but it gave negative response. He added that Modi should check into the matter and set conditions right. Congress leader Rajiv Shukla slammed the BJP government saying that when ceasefire violation happened during UPA rule, BJP used to raise voice but now they are silent. Pakistan troops on Friday violated the ceasefire by targeting Indian posts along the LoC in Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir with heavy firing and mortar shelling. Jun 13, 2014
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