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Rahul Gandhi hails Mizoram, discusses measures for development

Kolasib, Nov 21 (ANI): Addressing a rally in Kolasib, Mizoram, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi hailed the state and the capability of the people and talked about various measure congress is planning for the development of the state. Gandhi said that it is important that the state get connected with the rest of the world and therefore Congress is planning a project for a better connectivity. Further, he talked about self-reliance among the people of the state. Nov 21, 2013
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Bangalore to get its first Starbucks outlet

New Delhi, Nov 21 (ANI): Famed coffee retailer, Starbucks will now serve people of India’s IT hub as it announced to open its outlet in Bangalore. Starbucks, which has joint venture with Tata Global Beverages, parent of Tata Coffee will open its store in southern city on November 22. Starbucks opened its first flagship store in Mumbai in 2012. The coffee retailer now runs stores in Mumbai, New Delhi and Pune. The brand aims to have 50 outlets through a tie-up with the Tata group, the country’s biggest manufacturing and trading conglomerate. Nov 21, 2013
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Opposition denounce felicitation of accused BJP leaders

New Delhi, Muzaffarnagar, Nov 21 (ANI): As the BJP, undettered by all criticism, is set to honour two of its MLAs Sangeet Som and Suresh Rana, who have been accused of inciting communal violence in Muzaffarnagar, political parties slams the action. Lawmakers criticized the felicitation of the legislators, which is to take place in Agra rally to be addressed by BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that tgis is the representation of the mindset of BJP as well as Narendra Modi. Nov 21, 2013
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Kapil Sibal targets MP CM and Narendra Modi

Gwalior, Nov 21 (ANI): While addressing mediapersons in Gwalior, Law Minister Kapil Sibal slammed the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and questioned on the much talked about developments in the state. Targeting Narendra Modi next, he said that the Modi is self-proclaimed hero and he is not eligible to be a PM candidate having such wrong knowledge about the history and leaders of the nation. He said that Gujarat model of development is a total failure. Further, talking about the felicitation process to take place of tainted BJP leaders in Agra rally, he said that the corrupt party would never hesitate in felicitating corrupt ministers. Nov 21, 2013
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Police can take suo moto action and start investigations: Kiran Bedi on Tarun Tejpal

New Delhi, Nov 21 (ANI): In a shocking incident, Tarun Tejpal, Editor-in-Chief of Tehelka, has stepped down for six months after being accused of sexual assault by a woman journalist who works with the weekly magazine. Reacting over this former IPS officer Kiran Bedi said on Wednesday that an act of sexual harassment has been committed and Police can take suo moto action and start investigations Nov 21, 2013
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Calls for action against Tarun Tejpal intensify

Jaipur/ New Delhi, Nov 21 (ANI): The calls for action against Tehelka magazine editor Tarun Tejpal intensified on Thursday. Women activists have said that the magazine’s response in the case is inadequate and shocking and penance is no substitute for penalty. Social activists also said that Tejpal should stay away from Tehelka. Nov 21, 2013
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Jacqueline Fernandez supports PETA Indias Ban Horse Carriages Campaign

Mumbai, Nov 21 (ANI): Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez along with the Members of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) met Mayor Sunil Prabhu and put forward a report on the ill treatment of horses forced to draw carriages. Peta has been working towards a complete ban on carriage horses and they requested the mayor to check on the numerous illegal horse stables in the city. PETA has even shared some shocking photos of these horses most of whom were injured, sick and severely malnourished. The Mayor has apparently assured the team he would look into the matter and take necessary steps. Nov 21, 2013
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Chhattisgarh Polls: BJP Confident of Victory

Raipur, Nov 21 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh, who is expecting a hat trick by winning the Chhattisgarh assembly polls, said on Thursday that he was overwhelmed to see the turnout of voters during both the polling phases. He said that he is sure that his party will form the government again in the state. Nov 21, 2013
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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commissions notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission’s notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress’s wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines. Nov 21, 2013
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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commission's notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission's notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress's wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines. Nov 21, 2013
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Bangalore ATM attack: Police yet to arrest the culprit

Bangalore, Nov 21 (ANI): The Bangalore Police is yet to arrest the attacker who brutally injured and robbed a woman inside an ATM booth in Bangalore. Meanwhile, the husband of the woman narrated the ordeal of the gruesome incident. The recent incident has yet again posed a question on safety of women in the country, as the residents of Bangalore urged the government to step up security and ensure at least one guard inside the ATM booths. Nov 21, 2013
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Jagan Reddy meets Mamata Banerjee, seeks support for united Andhra

Kolkata, Nov 21 (ANI): YSR Congress chief, Jaganmohan Reddy met West Bengal chief minister, Mamata Banerjee seeking her support against bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh. Reddy is building a national consensus against a separate Telangana state and demanding amendment in the Constitution. Meanwhile, Banerjee has given her consent and said that she will support Reddy. Nov 21, 2013
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