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BJP & AAP at loggerheads over Kejriwal_s audio accusing BJP of horse-trading

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): The AAP on Tuesday released a recorded audio message of party chief Arvind Kejriwal accusing the BJP of indulging in horse-trading to form the government in Delhi. This has led to a clash between the two parties with BJP saying that Kejriwal is doubting his own people. Jul 16, 2014
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Ved Pratap Vaidik___s meeting with Hafiz Saeed sparks political furore

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Indian journalist Ved Prakash Vaidik___s meeting with chief of militant outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba_s (LeT), Hafiz Saeed, in Pakistan sparked a row, as politicians on Wednesday condemned it and called for an action against him. Vaidik, on Sunday, said he met Saeed on July 02 in Lahore city of Pakistan. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy meanwhile, said a case should be filed against the leader of the delegation that went to Pakistan Mani Shankar Aiyar and former foreign minister Salman Khurshid. Jul 16, 2014
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Vinay Bihari blames mobile phones & Non-Veg diet for rapes, Politicos condemn

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Political leaders condemned Bihar Minister for art, culture and youth affairs Vinay Bihari over his statement wherein he said that mobile phones & Non-Veg diet are responsible for increasing cases of rape. Leaders and social activists said that such statements are ridiculous and should not be paid heed to by media or anyone. Jul 16, 2014
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Water logging due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai

Mumbai, July 16 (ANI): Heavy rainfall in Mumbai resulted in water logging on Wednesday, thereby creating a problem for local residents. Not only the water logging but people of Mumbai are also facing trouble due to lack of cleanliness in the city. Jul 16, 2014
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Interview distorted, Shiv Sena misinterpreted my views: Ved Pratap Vaidik

Gurgaon, July 16 (ANI): Senior Journalist Ved Pratap Vaidik on Wednesday said that his interview was distorted by media and was shown in edited version. Reacting on Shiv Sena’s demand to arrest Vaidik, he said that the group misinterpreted his views and will applaud him after seeing the full footage. Further, on BJP leader Subramanian Swamy’s statement where he demanded seizure of Vaidik’s passport, he said that he is a dear friend and such remarks don’t make him feel bad. Jul 16, 2014
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Politicos react sharply as Syed Salahuddin invites Taliban and Al Qaeda to liberate Kashmir

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Politicos on Wednesday reacted sharply after reports emerged that United Jihad Council chief Syed Salahuddin has called for support from al-Qaeda or Taliban to 'liberate' Kashmir. Attempting to link the separatist violence in the Indian state with pan-Islamic jihad in Syria and Iraq, Salahuddin has declared that help from Al-Qaeda, Taliban or any other like-minded group or country would be welcome. Indian politicians have however, said that appropriate action would be taken against people who try to indulge in violence inside the country. Jul 16, 2014
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PM Modi talks tough on terror, meets Russian President Putin in Brazil

Brazil, July 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin to further boost bilateral ties on the sidelines of BRICS summit in Brazil. Modi acknowledged Russia's long friendship with India and sought for enhancement of partnership in forays of nuclear, defence and energy. Meanwhile, addressing the summit, Modi urged participating countries to counter the global challenge of terrorism. He said that conflict and terrorism were the biggest threats to the world and BRICS had the capability to curb it. The heads of state from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa are meeting to hammer out a number of agreements between the emerging market nations. Modi cited cyber security and climate change as major issues being faced around the globe and urged the countries to come together and fight these problems. Jul 16, 2014
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At Least 20 Dead in Moscow Subway Crash

Moscow, July 16, (ANI): A subway train derailed in Moscow, killing at least 20 people and injuring more than 150, in one of the deadliest incidents ever on the city's metro. Russia's Investigative Committee spokesperson said that atleast twenty people died when a Moscow underground train derailed between two stations. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said it will take some time to restore traffic on the line where the crash happened. Jul 16, 2014
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Politicos react over reports of Ashok Khemka getting post at centre

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Political leaders react as reports of IAS Ashok Khemka getting a post at the centre surfaces. Congress leader Rita Bahuguna Joshi and NCP leader Majid Memon said that Khemka is doubtful person and further course of action will be witnessed when he comes at centre. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy said that such loyal serviceman should be taken into duty and that Congress had already tortured him enough. Jul 16, 2014
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Politicos react as PM Modi talks about zero tolerance towards terrorism at BRICS summit

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Politicos on Wednesday reacted over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement where he said that there should be zero tolerance towards terrorism. Modi is in Brazil to attend the BRICS summit. In his first multilateral engagement with world leaders, Modi addressed the sixth summit of BRICS nations in which he made it clear that terrorism in any form was against humanity and there should be zero-tolerance against it. Jul 16, 2014
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Politicos react as Akhilesh Yadav gets luxury cars, but cuts budget for women's panel

New Delhi, July 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav is in centre of controversy all over again after a Right to Information (RTI) query revealed the state government has constantly slashed its budget allocation to the state women's commission but has enough funds to purchase two Mercedes cars and two Land Cruisers. Reacting over the same, leaders from various political parties slammed the budget. Jul 16, 2014
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PM Narendra Modi at BRICS Summit

Brazil, July 16 (ANI): Addressing the BRICS summit in Fortaleza, Brazil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pitched for "zero tolerance" against terrorism and said the "choices" they make now will shape the future of the world at large. He said that coming from the land where idea of the 'whole world being one family' is rooted in our ethos- Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, he advocates global unity in combating major challenges. PM Modi also talked about many other reform policies for the development of BRICS nations and world at large. Jul 16, 2014
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Israel resumes airstrikes as ceasefire fails

Kolkata/ Srinagar/ Gaza, July 16 (ANI): Israel resumed airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, six hours after agreeing to an Egyptian-proposed truce that failed to halt Hamas rocket attacks. For the first time in more than a week of fighting, an Israeli civilian was killed by a rocket fired from the Gaza strip. Hamas has claimed responsibility for launching the short-range rocket. The Israeli military says around 80 rockets have been fired at Israel since the Hamas armed wing rejected a ceasefire just hours ago. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that they'll intensify their offensive. The continuous killings have claimed more than 200 lives in the ongoing offensive. Meanwhile, Muslims across India staged a massive protest against the killing of innocent Palestine Muslims by the Israel military forces in Gaza. Members of Human Rights Protection Association (HRPA) organised a protest in front of Gandhi statue in Kolkata against the Gaza assault. In Kashmir, hundreds of slogan-shouting students from various educational institutions staged a protest in summer capital, Srinagar, to express solidarity. Jul 16, 2014
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