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Dates shopkeepers do brisk business as Ramadan season approaches

Aurangabad, June 30 (ANI): Shopkeepers selling dates in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra did brisk business as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan approached near. The dates, preferred by Muslims to break their day-long fast, are available in many varieties at the markets, ranging from 40 rupees per kilogram to 2, 000 rupees per kilogram. The dates are being exported from various nations and have started coming in different flavours such as chocolate, costing more than the plain dates. Traders said Irani dates, which come in three kilogram packages, were more in demand this year. Dates are mostly imported from Saudi Arabia, Iran and Iraq. Jun 30, 2014
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Festival on aromatic plants of Kashmir to create awareness of its potential in income generation

Srinagar, June 30 (ANI): A six- day festival meant to highlight the potential of indigenous aromatic and medicinal plants of the scenic state in income generation took place in Srinagar city of Kashmir. The festival held in the premises of the Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine was named the 'Kashmir Lavender Festival', which brought together farmers, traders and industrialists in the business of aromatic products made out of plants like lavender, rose and rosemary. Director of the Institute, Dr Vishwakarma, said that the aim of the festival was to generate awareness on the market value of these plants that exist nowhere else in the country and the employment opportunities that exist in this business. Jun 30, 2014
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With moon sighting, Ramadan fast commences from Monday

Lucknow, June 28 (ANI): With moon sighting on Sunday, Ramadan fasts are to commence from Monday. Muslim Cleric Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali said that tomorrow will be the first day of the fast and wished a prosperous Ramadan. He also talked about the rituals of the fast and advised those fasting to not indulge in any inhuman activities. Jun 29, 2014
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Shimla police organize anti-drug marathon

Shimla, June 29 (ANI): Police organised an anti-drug run wherein volunteers and locals wearing bright t-shirts and Red Ribbons wrist bands claiming a drug free lifestyle, ran on the streets of the hill town of Shimla on Sunday to spread awareness. Around 2,015 runners, including locals, tourists and policemen participated in the anti-drug run which was organised in two competitive categories- a half marathon of 21.5 kilometers and a mini marathon of 10 kilometers. The campaign, which is an annual feature in Himachal Pradesh, was initiated three years ago by the state police. Meanwhile, the Director General of Police (DGP), Sanjay Kumar, said that he was optimist that the drive would be a success. Jun 29, 2014
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Sushma Swaraj meets families of Indians stuck in Iraq, says families given assurance

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): After meeting the anxious family members of Indians stranded in Iraq, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday said that the families are given assurance by the ministry. She said that the aggrieved families are shown written messages of the ambassadors and given assurance on the safety of their relative stranded. Jun 29, 2014
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India's first Corporate Football League to kick off in New Delhi

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): With the FIFA World Cup having captured the world's attention, Indian capital New Delhi is all set to host the nation's first ever Corporate Football League (CFL) 2014. The first match of the CFL would kick-off on Sunday at the Thyagraj Stadium in New Delhi. 25 Corporate teams would be competing with each other and the tournament would conclude on July 13, which is also the day for the FIFA World Cup final in Brazil. During the inauguration of the CFL on Saturday at the Thyagraj Stadium, Director of CFL Sanjay Singhania said that corporate sector and media together can contribute towards the promotion of football in India. Secretary of the Sports Authority of India Neeraj Kansal, who was also present at the inaugural ceremony, said that the corporate should come forward and help take the sport to a greater level in the nation. Jun 29, 2014
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Jayalalithaa visits Chennai building collapse site, says building plans not adhered by builders

Chennai, June 29 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Sunday visited the Chennai under construction building which collapsed Saturday evening following rain. Jayalalithaa said that it appears that the building plans were not adhered to by the builders. Further, she also said that its too early to come to any conclusion but most probably it's a structural defect. She also assured that rescue operations are underway and injured are giving medical attention. Jun 29, 2014
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Prakash Javadekar on BJP MP's orientation camp

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): The two-day training programme for Bhartiya Janata Party's first time MPs concluded in Surajkund on Sunday. The impact and reach of social media emerged as the main point of discussion in the workshop. Talking to mediapersons, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar said that senior leader LK Advani told MPs not to be arrogant and work as public servants. Jun 29, 2014
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Bangladesh's Gonojagoron Mancha protest demanding speedy trial of 1971 war criminals

Dhaka, June 29 (ANI): After a month long countrywide campaign to raise voice for the trial of the War Criminals, Bangladesh people's resurgence platform, Gonojagoron Mancha held a protest rally and demanded speedy verdicts against the War Criminals. Bangladesh people's resurgence platform, Gonojagoron Manch, spokesman Imran H Sarker, accused the politicians of delaying the verdict for political gain. More than 200 people were killed in violent street protests in Bangladesh which broke out in February and continued throughout 2013. Jun 29, 2014
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Indian community welfare funds transferred to our mission in Iraq: MEA

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): Briefing on the Iraq crisis, MEA Spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin on Sunday said that Indian community welfare funds (ICWF) have been transferred to India's mission in Iraq. He said that certain parts of the funds will be used in assisting the Indian nationals stranded in the violence hit country. Akbaruddin also talked about Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj's meeting with the ambassadors of the gulf countries. He further assured that all Indians in Iraq are safe and that all financial assistance will be provided wherever needed. Jun 29, 2014
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SAD leader Naresh Gujral meets Sushma over Iraq crisis issue

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): SAD leader Naresh Gujral on Sunday met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj over Iraq crisis issue. After meeting he said that he is assured of Indians being safe there and that government of the country is prepared to handle any issue. Jun 29, 2014
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Sunanda Tharoor case: Subramanian Swamy urges govt to expedite probe

New Delhi, June 29 (ANI): BJP leader Subramanian Swamy, has sent legal notice to the government to expedite investigation into the mysterious death of Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's wife, alleging involvement of few politicians. In January 2014, wife of Tharoor, 52-year-old Sunanda Pushkar, was found dead in a New Delhi hotel after she sent out tweets suggesting he (Tharoor) was involved in an affair with a Pakistan-based journalist. Swamy might ask the court to monitor the investigation, if the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) - conglomerate of BJP and its allies - government failed. Swamy claimed that autopsy suggested sudden and unnatural death. Jun 29, 2014
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Rajnath Singh visits Jagannath Temple in Delhi

New Delhi/ Puri, June 29 (ANI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday visited the Jagannath Temple in Delhi and offered prayers. Earlier, Gujarat Chief Minister Anadiben Patel flagged off the annual Jagannath Yatra with prayers for a good monsoon as thousands of devotees thronged to seek the blessings of deities. Meanwhile, Officials in Puri conducted elaborate security arrangements to ensure the security of the devotees. The annual Rath Yatra is celebrated every year in Gujarat, setting off from the iconic temple which is nearly 400 years old, and traverses a 14 kilometre route in the city of Ahmedabad. Jun 29, 2014
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