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Stalin elevation as DMK chief confirmed? Party to hold executive committee meeting

The meeting has been convened to pass a resolution condoling the death of party President and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

Aug 10, 2018

Kenya: Lawmakers reject report on sugar scandal amid bribery allegations

Kenyan lawmakers have rejected a report by two parliamentary committees that recommended the finance minister and a cabinet member be investigated over their handling of sugar imports, local newspapers reported on Friday.

Aug 10, 2018

SC condemns violence during protests; promises fast-track action against offenders

In wake of the recent acts of vandalism in the country, an angry apex court said that it will not wait for the government to amend the existing law.

Aug 10, 2018

Ryanair pilots' strike grounds 400 flights across Europe; shares dip 1%

The pilots are protesting against the lack of negotiations on wages. A similar incident occurred in July when the cabin crew went on strike and 300 flights were grounded.

Aug 10, 2018

Mumbai: Schoolgirl dies, 30 other students fall sick of suspected medicine poisoning

More than 100 other students were taken to hospital by anxious parents for a precautionary check-up after the incident.

Aug 10, 2018

Nursing student pushed to death by friend after argument over crush in Bengaluru hotel

Ronak Choudhary, a private nursing college student, had come to Bengaluru from his hometown to attend his exams along with his friends Royal Choudhary and Apoorva Choudhary.

Aug 10, 2018

Extraterrestrial shockproof? Researcher spots 'alien' ship submerged in Bermuda triangle

The UFO researcher strongly assured that he has never seen such an amazing structure never in his career

Aug 10, 2018

Madhya Pradesh: Hostel director arrested for repeatedly raping deaf-mute girl

The speech and hearing impaired victim narrated her ordeal to her family, following which the family members lodged a complaint with Indore police.

Aug 10, 2018

Bengaluru now has 75 lakh registered vehicles; Namma Metro to the rescue soon?

More people are opting for private transport or cab services since the public transport has taken a hit with the increased vehicles on the road. With a 130% increase in the number of vehicles registered in the last decade, Namma Metro seems to be the only beacon of hope to ease the congestion.

Aug 10, 2018

Indian official at UN under investigation after 8 men accuse him of sexual misconduct

The official has reportedly been placed on "administrative leave" and is not working in any kind of official capacity at present. He remains on UN's payroll as of now, but the UN body had assured of disciplinary action if charges leveled against him are proved.

Aug 10, 2018

Aarushi murder case: CBI moves Supreme Court against acquittal of Talwars

In October 2017, the Allahabad High Court acquitted the parents, Rajesh and Nupur Talwar, of all charges and they were released from jail.

Aug 10, 2018

British mother, daughter jailed in Dubai for drinking a glass of wine on Emirates flight

When the Brit woman told the immigration officials that the air-hostess had served her a glass of wine, they confiscated her passport and arrested the mother-daughter duo.

Aug 10, 2018

Bareilly locals breathe sigh of relief; Kanwars walk peacefully under strict vigil

The district administration had contemplated religious clashes after which red warning cards were issued to more than 200 families.

Aug 10, 2018

Pakistani doctor accidentally decapitates baby during delivery

The woman was immediately shifted to another hospital, where she underwent a surgery to take the decapitated body out of the womb.

Aug 10, 2018

Bihar doctors call off strike; 10 patients dead in two days due to lack of medical care

Junior doctors from at least three hospitals in Patna went on a strike to demand better security. Earlier this week, a doctor was assaulted by the relatives of a patient.

Aug 10, 2018