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Prime Minister Modi turns 67: Nation to observe Sewa Divas today

The prime minister will dedicate the Sardar Sarovar Dam, constructed on the Narmada river, to the nation on his 68th birthday.

Sep 17, 2017

West Bengal: Class 11 student kills self after getting scolding for Facebook addiction

A class 11 student in West Bengal was found hanging lifeless at her house after she was scolded for spending excessive time on Facebook. Read to know more.

Sep 17, 2017

Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh passes away: Here are 10 facts about India's oldest-serving soldier

He is remembered for his contributions during World War II in his operational tenure in Burma.

Sep 17, 2017

Nations meet in Montreal to discuss progress on climate-change deal

Saturday's gathering was organized by Canada, China and the European Union to open dialogue between major industrialized nations and developing countries.

Sep 17, 2017

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Police raid in Surrey following Parsons Green bomb arrest

Police raided a house in Surrey following the discovery of a bomb on an underground train. Residents of surrounding buildings were evacuated. 29 people were injured when the home-made device partially exploded on Sept. 15. A 18-year-old suspect was arrested in Dover a day later. Following the explosion, the U.K. terror threat level was raised to critical.

Sep 16, 2017

PM Modi to dedicate Sardar Sarovar dam to nation on his 67th birthday

Four states - Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh - will benefit from the project.

Sep 16, 2017

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Clashes in St. Louis after Stockley not guilty verdict

Clashes between police and protesters erupted after the trial of Jason Stockley. Stockley was found not guilty of murdering Anthony Lamar Smith on Dec. 20 2011. The white former policeman shot the black suspect after a car chase. Around 600 protesters gathered after the verdict demanding justice for Smith. A small group began throwing bricks and breaking windows. Eight officers were injured according to police.

Sep 16, 2017

British laws are still prevalent in India

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5 British laws that are still used in India [VIDEO]

Surprisingly even now these laws are adopted by the sovereign government of India. In the present time, these legislation have become a part and parcel of our day to day routine.

Sep 16, 2017

KJ Alphons justifies petrol price hike; says car, bike owners are not starving

KJ Alphons has been given the union tourism portfolio in the latest cabinet rejig.

Sep 16, 2017

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Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh scramble for food

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh are scrambling for food and water. Nearly 400,000 Rohingya Muslims arrived from western Myanmar since Aug. 25. They are fleeing a Myanmar government offensive against insurgents. The UN called Myanmars actions ethnic cleansing. The recent wave of refugees sparked a humanitarian crisis in both Myanmar and Bangladesh.

Sep 16, 2017

NHRC to oppose govt's deportation plan for Rohingyas

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NHRC to plead against deportation of Rohingyas on 'humanitarian grounds' [VIDEO]

"India has been home to refugees for centuries. It has continued to receive a large number of refugees from different countries" states NHRC.

Sep 16, 2017

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London attack: 18-year-old arrested in connection with Parsons Green train bombing

UK has raised its national threat level to "critical" suggesting another attack could take place.

Sep 16, 2017

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Saudi Arabia's 'crackdown on dissent': 30 clerics, intellectuals and activists arrested

Activists across the nation posted lists of people detained by the authorities.

Sep 16, 2017

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Parsons Green Tube Station reopens one day after terror attack

Parsons Green Tube station has reopened one day after a terror attack. A home-made bomb engulfed a tube carriage in flames but failed to detonate. 29 people were injured in the blast or the panicked stampede that followed. An 18-year-old was arrested at Dover port in connection with the attack early on Sept. 16. The terror threat level remains critical. It is the fifth major terror attack in the UK in 2017.

Sep 16, 2017

Mumbai: Fire breaks out at famous RK Studio in Chembur, no casualties reported

Officials of the emergency services are currently at the scene of the incident and no injuries or casualties have been reported yet.

Sep 16, 2017

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