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Dozens killed in ‘chemical weapons attack’ in Syria

At least 58 people have been killed and dozens injured in a suspected chemical attack on 4 April. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said a choking substance had been dropped by Syrian government or Russian jets on the town of Khan Sheikhoun, a pro-opposition town. Damascus has repeatedly denied using chemical weapons.

Apr 4, 2017

Punjab police arrest Rakhi Sawant for comparing Mika Singh with Valmiki; actress later apologises [VIDEOS]

Rakhi Sawant has reportedly been arrested from Mumbai for making alleged derogatory comments on Valmiki.

Apr 4, 2017

Mothers in Mumbai, Bangalore react to school's dress code, restrictions for parents

The school told parents to dress in "decent and modest attire" and told them to deposit their cellphones at the reception.

Apr 4, 2017

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Scientists 3D modelling Great Barrier Reef to show impact of coral bleaching

Don’t believe in climate change? Scientists are using 3D modelling to educate the world on damage to coral reefs.

Apr 4, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: Another jawan held with live bullet at Srinagar airport

The anti-hijacking team of the Jammu and Kashmir Police had arrested an Indian Army jawan with two live grenades at the Srinagar airport on Monday.

Apr 4, 2017

Dalai Lama at the National Prayer Breakfast

Dalai Lama's visit to Arunachal Pradesh postponed to April 6; India asks China to respect its sovereignty

Dalai Lama: India has responded strongly against China's objections stating that the mainland was attempting to create an "artificial controversy."

Apr 4, 2017

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Biker avoids injury after being struck by flying mattress

A motorcyclist avoided serious injury or death on 28 March after riding into a flying mattress which fell from the trailer of a pickup truck. Aaron Wood said that he had no time to stop or swerve as the mattress came hurtling towards him whilst he was going around 50mph. Queensland Police released the footage but said no charges had been made and they are continuing their investigations.

Apr 4, 2017

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Robbers use explosives to blow up cash-in-transit van in Johannesburg, South Africa

On 1 April, robbers used explosives to blow the doors off a cash-in-transit van in Johannesburg. The van was seized by armed robbers on a busy highway shortly before noon. The suspects were travelling in a BMW and Mercedes-Benz and shot the vans tyre before forcing the guards out of the vehicle, blowing it up with explosives, and making off with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Apr 4, 2017

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Burglars who poured boiling water on elderly victims get life sentences

Two men have each received life sentences after they broke into a home in Halstead and tortured their elderly victims with boiling water. Video footage shows the moments Daniel Wallace and Kacey Adams were arrested at Heathrow Airport by Kent Police after returning from a shopping trip to Dubai.

Apr 4, 2017

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St Petersburg blast suspect may have been from Kyrgyzstan, but what do you know about the country?

Only 36% percent of Kyrgys reside in towns or cities, the rest live in the country, and other stunning facts

Apr 4, 2017

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Canada documented more than 1,000 UFO sightings, says survey [VIDEOS]

Of the mysterious UFO sightings which took place in 2016, 21 per cent of the reports had credible explanations, while 79 per cent of it was considered unsatisfactory.

Apr 4, 2017

Gurugram: Women bank employees thwart robbery bid; overpower armed robbers and beat them up [VIDEO]

The two employees risked their lives to take on the two armed men and eventually bested them. The culprits were later arrested by the local police.

Apr 4, 2017

Madras HC directs Tamil Nadu government to waive farmers' loans in cooperative banks

Madras High Court also directed officials not to initiate any penal or recovery proceedings against farmers who defaulted on crop loans.

Apr 4, 2017

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Colombian rescue workers continue search for survivors as death toll rises to 262

Rescue workers in the devastated Colombian town of Mocoa are working tirelessly after a landslide in the early hours of 1 April left at least 262 dead. The death toll may rise further as rescuers searched with dogs and machinery in the mud-choked rubble.

Apr 4, 2017

Teetotalitarian India: States try to circumvent liquor ban by denotifying highways to urban roads

Various states are trying ways to avoid the Supreme Court's banning sale of liquor near highways to stop fatal accidents caused by drunken driving.

Apr 4, 2017

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