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Bangladeshi war crimes tribunal observes founder's 20th death anniversary

Dhaka, June 27 (ANI): Supporters of a Bangladeshi war crimes tribunal commemorated the 20th death anniversary of its founder, Jahanara Imam, in Dhaka on June 26. Ghatak Dalal Nirmul Committee was founded by Imam in 1973. The committee calls for the trial of people who committed crimes against humanity in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, in collaboration with the Pakistani forces. The tribunals have so far handed down 10 verdicts, including eight death sentences and two life imprisonments. Jun 27, 2014
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Policeman dies in a Naxal attack in Gadchiroli

Gadchiroli, June 27 (ANI): A policeman was killed in a Maoist attack in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. A group of Maoists opened fire on a police patrol in Murumgaon forest area in which Umesh Jaavde died. The officials performed rites and guard of honour on Friday. Jaavde hailed from Maharashtra's Osmanabad district. On June 15, police had busted a Maoist hideout in the jungles of Gadchiroli. One rebel was killed during the encounter and many explosives were recovered. Jun 27, 2014
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Raging inferno breaks out in building near Mumbai CST

Mumbai, June 27 (ANI): Raging inferno broke out on the fifth floor of administrative building of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus station in Mumbai on Friday. More than seven fire tending vehicles have been rushed to the spot and firefighting is still on. The fire has caused a major traffic jam on DN Road near the station. There are no reports of casualties so far. Jun 27, 2014
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Sushma Swarajs visit to Bangladesh satisfying and fulfilling: MEA

Dhaka, June 27 (ANI): India said on Friday that Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj’s maiden visit to Bangladesh was extremely satisfying and fulfilling. Swaraj discussed Teesta River water sharing deal, Land Boundary Agreement and illegal immigration issues with neighbouring Bangladesh. Earlier in the day, Swaraj met Bangladeshi former Prime Minister and chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Begum Khaleda Zia, discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest. Swaraj also called on the leader of opposition in Bangladeshi Parliament, Roushan Ershad. Jun 27, 2014
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Indian company builds Afghanistan parliament building to boost bilateral ties

Kabul, June 27 (ANI): A team of Indian engineers and supervisors are working diligently to build Afghanistan parliament building in Kabul city in a bid to boost bilateral ties between the two countries. The team comprising 50 workers from different states of India said they were facing no problems and added that Afghanistan has always been friendly towards Indians.The team members said people in Afghanistan were treating them well and they felt secure in the nation. The parliament building will be the most prominent symbol of Indian efforts to help Afghanistan. Its foundation stone was laid by the last king of Afghanistan, Mohammed Zahir Shah, in presence of President Hamid Karzai and then Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in 2005. The construction began in 2009 and efforts are underway to complete project by this year end. Jun 27, 2014
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Rajnath Singh holds meeting to chalk out strategies to fight rebels

New Delhi, June 27 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh met top officials of all Maoist-affected regions in New Delhi on Friday to discuss strategies to deal with the rebel activities and also assured government's support in tackling the issue. DGPs and Chief Secretaries of the states along with the chiefs of central forces attended the meeting that was presided over by Singh and Minister of State for Home Affairs, Kiren Rijju. The meeting was aimed at chalking out plans to tackle Maoism and review rebel operations in the affected states. Senior officials from Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal and Maharashtra attended the meeting. Maoists, also known as Naxals, have killed police and politicians, and targeted government buildings and railway tracks in an insurgency that has killed thousands since 1960s. Jun 27, 2014
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First batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims flagged off in Jammu

Jammu and Kashmir, June 27 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir tourism minister Ghulam Ahmad Mir on Friday flagged off the first batch of Amarnath Yatra from Jammu. Due to heavy snowfall at Pahalgam-Chandanwari route, the yatra will start from Baltal route on Saturday and further review of the traditional Pahalgam route will be taken on June 30. Security has been stepped up on various routes and forces have been deployed to ensure safety of devotees. Devout Hindus chanted name of Lord Shiva as they left for the base camp from Jammu. Amarnath Yatra commences in the last week of June every year and concludes in early August. Jun 27, 2014
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Flash floods in Assam kills at least 6, affect thousands

Guwahati, June 27 (ANI): Flash floods hit five districts in Guwahati city of Assam, killing at least 6 and affecting nearly 30,000 people. Flood has been reported from seven revenue circles and 43 villages in these districts. Cars and other vehicles were seen submerged in water. According to an official release by Assam State Disaster Management Authority, Lakhimpur, Darrang, Sonitpur and Udalguri districts are affected by the Brahmaputra and its tributary Jiabharali. Authorities have opened four relief camps in Darrang and one in Sonitpur and over 9,500 people are taking shelter in those camps. Jun 27, 2014
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Floods hits northeastern Brazilian city of Recife

Flooding hit the northeastern Brazilian city of Recife, where the USA's crunch World Cup game against Germany took place on Thursday, blocking roads and forcing cars to slow through rising water. Duration: 00:40 Jun 27, 2014
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Slideshow of Day 15 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil

Slideshow of Day 15 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on June 26, 2014. Images of match between US and Germany, match between Portugal and Ghana, match between Algeria and Russia, and match between South Korea and Belgium. Duration: 03:03 Jun 27, 2014
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Winged Eyeliner look

Winged eyeliner is something that most of us get wrong. Here is the simplest ways with easy tricks to achieve it. Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/VentunoMakeup Subscribe to YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/VentunoMakeup Like us on FACEBOOK - - https://www.facebook.com/pages/B-for-Beauty/183087208488184?ref=hl A Ventuno Production : http://www.ventunotech.com Jun 27, 2014
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Pistorius trial to resume on Monday

Oscar Pistorius' trial for murder will resume on Monday, following a suspension to allow the Paralympic sprinter to undergo a series of psychiatric tests. Duration: 01:44 Jun 27, 2014
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Ek Villain: The Villain Unfolds With Revenge

After a lot of wait, the fans of Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor will be happy to watch when the Villian gets unfolded today. Ek VIillian will hit the theatres todat. Sidharth Malhotra as Guru and Shraddha Kapoor as Aisha are going to engross the audience with their performances. Riteish Dekhmukh turns an antagonist with Ek Villian. Jun 27, 2014
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Saivam Review

Director Vijay's Saivam is the big release of the week and the film is proving to be a good entertainment with its feel good factor. Its been a long time since films like this appear in cinema. and Saivam proved to be a film worth mention for its story, dialogues, artwork, cinematography and acting. the director scores with his portrayal of characters, his grasp with 'how important family relationships are?' along with tradition. Jun 27, 2014
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Vice President Hamid Ansari meets Zhao Zhengyong

XIAN, June 27 (ANI): Vice-President, Hamid Ansari, who is on a five-day visit to China, on Friday (June 27) met Secretary, Shaanxi Provincial Committee, Zhao Zhengyong . The Vice-President had arrived in Xian city on Thursday and would go to Beijing today with his delegation to boost bilateral relations between the two nations. Ansari would also participate in trilateral summit with host China and Myanmar on the occasion of 60th anniversary of the Panchsheel agreement.He is accompanied by MoS trade, Nirmala Sitharaman, and other top officials. Jun 27, 2014
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Delhi Metro shut down 4 stations as IAS aspirants hold protests

New Delhi, June 27 (ANI): Four metro stations in the national capital have been closed 'indefinitely', as hundreds of students said that they will protest in front of the Prime Minister's residence on Race Course Road. The stations that have been shut down are Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Race Course Road and Udyog Bhawan. More than 3,000 students were holding a demonstration at Civil Lines who later marched to Rajghat, against the change in pattern of the Civil Services exams -which makes CSAT compulsory for those who want to become IAS officers. UPSC aspirants had staged a protest last week outside the residence of Home Minister Rajnath Singh demanding a four-year age relaxation for appearing in the examinations of these services. Jun 27, 2014
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BSE closes points 37.25 up on June 27

New Delhi, June 27 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 37.25 points up to stand at 25,099.92. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 15.60 points up to stand at 7,508.80. Havells India and HDIL were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 6.21% and 6.09% along with Divis Lab and Future Retail with an increase of 5.99% and 5.78% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include Indian Hotels and Ashok Leyland with a decrease of 4.83% and 4.62% along with Bharat Electronics Ltd. and National Aluminium Co.Ltd. with a decrease of 3.98% and 3.75% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is down 82.08 points at 15,198.27 while the banking sector is down 79.98 points at 17,181.74 and the realty sector is up 16.26 points at 2,055.57.The Indian currency is down 0.07% at Rs 60.10 per dollar. Jun 27, 2014
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