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It happens: Silk Exhibition

Visakhapatnam, Jan 10 (ANI): Businessmen held a colourful seven day silk expo in port city of Visakhapatnam on Saturday organised by the Silk Mark Organisation of India to boost the sales of the famed traditional south silk, also aiming at benefiting the weavers. The exhibition is expected to showcase the entire range of pure silk fabric from remote weaving clusters of India under one roof, which will have 64 participants from over 17 states across the country. From muted shades to bright hues, the expo offers a wholesome shopping experience. Indians have a flair for silk fabric and is widely used by designers for traditional as well as contemporary dresses. About 97 percent of the raw silk is produced in five major states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir. Jan 10, 2014
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It happens: Birth Anniversary celebrations of Sikh's tenth guru

Patna, Jan 10 (ANI): Devotees from the Sikh community revelled in festive spirit, as thousands thronged Sikh house of worship, gurdwaras, across India on Tuesday to mark the 346th birth anniversary of their tenth guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Despite the bone chilling cold, devout Sikhs gathered at Takhat Patna Sahib in Patna city of India's eastern Bihar state to seek blessings from Guru Gobind Singh, where the tenth Sikh Guru was born in 1666. Every year, thousands of Sikh devotees from across the world also throng the most revered site, the Golden Temple, also known as Harminder Sahib in Amritsar city of northern Punjab province. Devout Sikhs were seen taking bath in the holy pond in the temple premises and offered prayers before the holy book. A procession was also taken out which is marked by the carrying of the Holy Scripture 'Guru Granth Sahib' in a decorated chariot. In daredevil acts, to depict victory over evil, Sikh martial art forms like the 'Gatka' are also performed by trained professionals. Jan 10, 2014
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Akhilesh Yadav defends and justifies Saifai Mahotsav

Lucknow, Jan 10 (ANI): After the Samajwadi Party’s splurge on Saifai Mahotsav drew much criticism, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Friday defended himself and his party saying that whatever was possible for the state government, it has already done it for the Muzaffarnagar riot victims. Yadav added that it was sad that artists who don't know about Muzaffarnagar were asked about it. Jan 10, 2014
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BSE closes points 37.58 up on Jan 10

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 37.58 points up to stand at 20,750.95. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 3.10 points up to stand at 6,173.10. Muthoot Finance Ltd. and Godrej Industries Ltd. were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 6.82% and 3.80% along with United Spirits and Tech Mahindra with an increase of 3.16% and 2.89% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include MCX and Financial Tech with a decrease of 9.80% and 4.99% along with Federal Bank and Motherson Sumi with a decrease of 4.83% and 4.59% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is down 142.32 points at 11,939.01 while the banking sector is down 198.21 points at 12,333.92 and the realty sector is down 21.62 points at 1,347.84. The Indian currency is up 0.23% at Rs 61.93 per dollar. Jan 10, 2014
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Shinde tells CMs to be careful while arresting youth from minorities

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Friday said that he has asked all state Chief Ministers to be careful while arresting youth from the minority communities. Speaking to mediapersons in New Delhi, he also clarified that by minorities, he didn't mean any specific religion, and his statement applied to youths of all minority communities. Jan 10, 2014
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BJP hits out at Shinde s remark on arrest of youth from minorities

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reacted strongly to Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde's comment that he has asked all state Chief Ministers to be careful while arresting youth from the minority communities. Talking to mediapersons, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar accused Shinde of pursuing a divisive agenda. He also said that criminals should not be identified on the basis of religion. Jan 10, 2014
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Narendra Modi tried and tested alternative, have ideas and experience

Chennai, Jan 10 (ANI): After endorsing Narendra Modi openly, Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi on Friday said that Modi is a tried and tested alternative against Congress and that he have ideas and experience. Bedi said that when Modi speaks it seems like others need schooling. Talking about the controversy it brought, she said that she is not a part of any political party and that her view is of an independent voter and for the nation. Jan 10, 2014
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Delhi HC rejects stay on LG order on nursery admissions norms

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): In a setback to private schools in Delhi, the High Court on Friday rejected a plea seeking stay on fresh nursery admission guidelines issued by the Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung. The petition was filed by Delhi School Association after Jung made some changes in nursery admission process and decided to put an end to the management quota following protests by parents. The petitioners argued that the order compromised the autonomy of private unaided schools in Delhi. The petitioners had questioned the power by which Jung issued guidelines for nursery admissions in Delhi. Jan 10, 2014
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Congress out of race, BJP will fill space with 272 seats: Ananth Kumar

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): BJP leader Ananth Kumar on Friday said that Congress is not considered by the party as a competition and that it is out of the race and that BJP will fill the space with 272+ seats in upcoming polls. Kumar said that the party will start its ‘Modi for PM’ campaign from January 12 and BJP will come to power with majority. Jan 10, 2014
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Shaved is bathed, says bollywood beauties

Mumbai, Jan 10 (ANI): On a mission to urge all men in India to shave every day and Bollywood beauties Neha Dhupia and Mailaika Arora Khan along with Vidyut Jammwal and Arbaaz Khan propagated Gillette “Shaved is bathed” campaign at India’s first Shave Theater in Mumbai. Speaking on the occasion both Malaika Arora Khan and Neha Dhupia highlighted their preference for clean shaven men and voiced the opinion of 83% of Indian women who think clean shaven men are more attractive. In a rare visual, leading Actors Arbaaz Khan & Vidyut Jammwal were seen shaving seated on bathtubs as they agreed to the “Unshaved is Unbathed” protest and vowed to shave for their partner every day. Jan 10, 2014
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Adding hues to sky, kites fly high at International Kite Festival in Gujarat

Rajkot, Jan 10 (ANI): Dozens of tourists join hundreds of Kite-flying enthusiasts from all cities of Gujarat and other parts of India and abroad during the ongoing international kite flying festival in Rajkot city of Gujarat. Over 130 kite masters from 27 countries and various states of India are participating in the festival. The festival is being organized in capital city, New Delhi, showbiz capital, Mumbai and Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Saputara, Mandvi and Dhordo Rann of Kutch districts in Gujarat. Foreign nationals from different countries brought their kites and participated in the mega event. Jan 10, 2014
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AAP launches 'Mein Bhi Aam Aadmi' campaign Part - 2

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Keeping an eye on 2014 Lok Sabha polls, Arvind Kejriwal led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday began its nationwide membership drive 'Mai Bhi Aam Aadmi' without any joining fees. Speaking to reporters during the launch, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that any Indian citizen can become a member of the AAP but only those who are given important responsibilities and positions in the party will undergo an intense scrutiny. The membership campaign will continue till January 26. AAP leader Gopal Rai will lead the membership campaign. Jan 10, 2014
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AAP launches 'Mein Bhi Aam Aadmi' campaign Part - 1

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Keeping an eye on 2014 Lok Sabha polls, Arvind Kejriwal led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday began its nationwide membership drive 'Mai Bhi Aam Aadmi' without any joining fees. Speaking to reporters during the launch, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that any Indian citizen can become a member of the AAP but only those who are given important responsibilities and positions in the party will undergo an intense scrutiny. The membership campaign will continue till January 26. AAP leader Gopal Rai will lead the membership campaign. Jan 10, 2014
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Bitter cold continues as fresh snowfall blankets Kashmir

Poonch, Jan 10 (ANI): Residents continued to reel under intense cold weather condition as Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Thursday. As the snow blanketed the region, plowing machines were deployed to clear the snow from the roads. This is the third time, within a week, that snowfall has paralysed normal life in the region, leading to prolonged power cuts and blocking arterial highway. Frequent blocking of the National-Highway, which is the arterial road link that connects Kashmir with rest of the country, due to non-stop snowfall makes life tough as essential supplies do not reach the valley on time. Jan 10, 2014
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Northern India reels under bone chilling cold

New Delhi/ Shimla, Jan 10 (ANI): Severe cold wave conditions continued to sweep northern India on Friday paralysing normal life. In New Delhi, people were seen sitting around bonfires and drinking tea to brave the cold weather. The northern Himachal Pradesh is also in the grip of cold wave as snowfall in the upper regions forced people to stay indoors. In higher altitudes, the temperature has even dropped to the sub-zero level, with some states witnessing lowest minimum temperatures. People are finding it difficult to cope up with inclement weather conditions. Jan 10, 2014
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Shakeel Ahmad compares AAP with Bihar s RJD govt

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): Congress Spokesperson Shakeel Ahmad on Friday compared AAP with RJD government in Bihar headed by Lalu Prasad Yadav. He said that the activities performed by AAP leaders and Arvind Kejriwal is similar to what Yadav used to do during his initial times in Bihar. Jan 10, 2014
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BJP on Devyani Khobragade s return from US

New Delhi, Jan 10 (ANI): The BJP on Friday expressed its dissatisfaction even as the foreign diplomat Devyani Khobragade is set to reach India today. BJP leader Yashwant Sinha stated that to bring back Khobragade is a loss for India and not a victory as the case against her will continue as decided by the US. Jan 10, 2014
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Scientists apologise for failing to make girl a dragon

Australia's national science agency issues a rare apology to a seven-year-old girl for not being able to make her a fire-breathing dragon, blaming a lack of research into the mythical creatures. Duration: 00:41 Jan 10, 2014
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