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THERESA MAY IN INDIA: Will growing racist attacks, curbs on visa norms affect UK's bargaining power with India?

Indian officials had said last month that they would be speaking to Theresa May about easing visa norms.

Nov 2, 2016

Drugs worth Rs 3,000 crore seized from Udaipur factory; Bollywood producer arrested

Almost two crore tablets of Mandrax were seized.

Nov 2, 2016

National Geographic's 'Afghan Girl' denied bail by Pakistan court

Sharbat Gula was arrested on October 20 by Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency for possessing a fake identity card.

Nov 2, 2016

VP nominee Tim Kaine calls Donald Trump Vladimir Putins defence lawyer

Democratic vice-presidential nominee Senator Tim Kaine called Donald Trump Vladimir Putins defence lawyer at a campaign event at Lawrence University in Wisconsin. Kaine attacked the Republic presidential nominee over his comments towards Americas democracy and the fact he hasnt denounced alleged Russian attempts to interfere with the presidential election.

Nov 2, 2016

Karaoke club fire in Hanoi kills at least 13

A fire that broke out at a karaoke lounge in Hanoi has killed at least 13 people.The fire started around lunchtime in a crowded residential area, and flames quickly spread to engulf three neighbouring houses. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has demanded an investigation and punishment for any safety violations.

Nov 2, 2016

Arnab Goswami's final Newshour on Wednesday? Here's where to watch live

The veteran Indian journalist has reportedly quit Times Now and is set for an independent venture.

Nov 2, 2016

Kerala government cannot build dam across Siruvani river, declares Centre

Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa had written to the Prime Minister stating that the construction of the dam was in violation of the final order of the Cauvery Tribunal.

Nov 2, 2016

SIMI Encounter: Those responsible for killings deserve death sentence, says ex-Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju

Calling the killing of eight SIMI under-trials "fake encounter", Justice Markandey Katju cites a Supreme Court case to prove his point.

Nov 2, 2016

OROP suicide: Ex-army jawan kills self; Rahul Gandhi, Manish Sisodia not allowed to visit his kin

In his suicide note, the 65-year-old former subedar said he was taking the extreme step for soldiers.

Nov 2, 2016

Kerala: 12 injured in blast at Hindustan Insecticides Limited in Ernakulam

Two of the blast victims are in critical condition.

Nov 2, 2016

Tipu Jayanti: BJP, RSS to hold mega protest rally in Bengaluru on November 8

The 18th century Mysore ruler is a figure who divides religious communities in Karnataka.

Nov 2, 2016

US elections: FBI now targets Bill Clinton with release of Marc Rich files

FBI has released documents from a 2001 investigation into Bill Clinton's controversial presidential pardon of Marc Rich.

Nov 2, 2016

From selling cocoa beans to owning 100 firms: Ukraine president reportedly worth $949 million

Ukraine, one of the most corrupt countries in the world, is now trying to cut down on corruption. Its president happens to be the fourth richest man in the country.

Nov 2, 2016

US Elections: Here's what you need to know about the November 8 polls

The 45th president of the United States will be elected on November 8 after polling is held in the 50 states.

Nov 2, 2016

Women can never be Catholic priests, says Pope Francis

He said that since Jesus chose only men as apostles, women can never be priests.

Nov 2, 2016