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Explosion at Gulf Oil Corporation factory in Hyderabad kills two

Hyderabad, Feb 24 (ANI): Two people died and at least 13 were injured after an explosion at a factory belonging to Gulf Oil Corporation Limited in Hyderabad. Reportedly, this was the fourth blast in the factory in the last 12 years. Factory workers and residents of the surrounding areas also gathered outside the factory and held a protest. Telangana home minister Nayani Narasimha Reddy also visited the spot. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the injured were immediately taken to a hospital. Few people are said to be critical as they received extensive burn injuries.

Feb 24, 2015

Congress defends Rahul Gandhis break from politics

New Delhi, Feb 24 (ANI): The Congress party defended party’s vice-president Rahul Gandhi’s leave of absence from parliament as a break to reflect and chart a course for the future of the party. He further said the leave has been granted for a few weeks after which Gandhi will return and resume his active participation in the affairs of the Congress party.

Feb 24, 2015

Doctor in West Bengal keeps legacy of Communal Harmony alive through his profession

West Bengal, Feb 24 (ANI): India is a multi-religious, multi-ethnic, and a multi-lingual country. Its beauty lies in unity in diversity. There are many examples in the country, which bring to the forefront the ethos of communal harmony. And there are many people who constantly work towards keeping this tradition alive. One such person is Doctor Md. Safatullah Mondal from West Bengal. A doctor by profession, Mondal cures patients of Bankura and nearby places of the district. Being a physician, he has been practicing in the area from past some years. What makes him special is the fact that people irrespective of their religion come from far off places to get treated by Mondal. Individuals and institutions such as this one strengthen the social fabric of the country which is made up of diverse strands.

Feb 24, 2015

Mausoleum of Naqi Ali Shah and Hazrat Ali Shah perfect example of interfaith harmony

Bareilly, Feb 24 (ANI): The city of Bareilly is located in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its rich culture and heritage, especially the Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb or the culture of religious harmony. And presenting a perfect example of this ethos is the mausoleums of Naqi Ali Shah and his son, Hazrat Ali Shah. Devotees irrespective of their caste visit both the mausoleum, as they believe that the saints preached communal harmony and brotherhood in their entire life. All devotees who visit the shrine participate equally in various activities here. The mausoleum is respected by one and all, as it is believed that all prayers and wishes are answered here. For centuries people have coexisted peacefully in this country and religion has never come in the way of good relations between different communities. And, the mausoleum of Naqi Ali and Hazrat Ali is a perfect example of this fact.

Feb 24, 2015