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Delhi Gang Rape convict blames victim for fatal assault, Nirbhaya's parents accuse 'judicial system'

New Delhi, March 03 (ANI): Delhi Gang Rape Victim's parents accused 'loose judicial system' in India for the convict's statement wherein he blamed the victim for the fatal sexual assault. Driver of the bus in which the rape took place, Mukesh Singh said that, "Women who go out at night have only themselves to blame in case they attract attention of male molesters." He also said that women are not equal to men and are meant for household chores and asserted that the victim should not have fought back and should have remained silent and allowed the rape. Talking about the death penalty, Singh said that death penalty will only make things more dangerous for girls, in that because men will then the rapists will not leave the girl and 'will kill her after that'. Reacting on the same, Nirbhaya's parents demanded strict laws and judicial systems from the Modi government. They also demanded immediate death penalty for the accused in order to set a befitting example. Mar 3, 2015

US Congress should not play spoiler-Rice

U.S. national security adviser Susan Rice warned U.S. lawmakers on Monday (March 2) not to seek new sanctions against Iran while it is in talks with world powers on curbing its nuclear program, saying Mar 3, 2015
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Shimla receives fresh snowfall

Shimla, Mar 03 (ANI): The picturesque tourist spot Shimla in Himachal Pradesh received fresh snowfall. As the state received continuous snowfall and rainfall for 24 hours, temperatures remained below freezing point. The maximum snowfall of three feet was recorded from Rohtang Pass, a high mountain pass near Manali. Fresh snow along with rain was also recorded from Kufri hill station in Shimla district. The minimum temperature was recorded at minus 4.2 degree Celsius from Kalpa town whereas temperature in Manali was recorded at minus zero. Mar 3, 2015
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Police recover huge cache of arms from Maoist hideout in Jharkhand

Bokaro, Mar 03 (ANI): Police in Jharkhand recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from a Maoist hideout in the region. Acting on a tip off police and paramilitary forces raided the Maoist hideout in Morpa forest region in which they blew off rebels' bunker and recovered arms and ammunition along with their belongings. The Maoists have operated for decades across a wide swath of central and eastern India, and grew in strength during recent times. They have killed police and politicians and targeted government buildings and railway tracks in an insurgency that has killed thousands since the 1960s. Mar 3, 2015
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Vintage cars display enthralls enthusiasts in Pakistan

Karachi, Mar 03 (ANI): Hundreds of fans turned up to watch some 140 vintage machines on four wheels, some as old as from the 1920s, which had pulled up for display during the 12th Annual Car Show in Pakistan's city of Karachi. Vintage car collection is a favorite hobby of many in Pakistan. There are others who do not own vintage cars but have an eye for good vintage cars. Organised by the Vintage and Classic Car Club of Pakistan (VCCCP), the show attracts enthusiasts from every nook and corner of the country. There were Rolls Royce, a line up of Porsche cars, Ford Thunderbirds and Mustangs, Lincoln Continentals, Mercedes, Ferraris and other cars at the show. Among the classic cars there was 1924 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost used by the founder of Pakistan, Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Visitors said the show offers rare glimpse of cars which people don't get to see too often. The cars were displayed with various sound tracks from the 1970s creating the environment. Mar 3, 2015
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Agricultural fair in Gujarat emphasises on solar energy

Rajkot, Mar 03 (ANI): A four-day agricultural fair has begun in Rajkot city of Gujarat with the aim to showcase latest technological advancements, products and services in the field of agriculture. The AgriTalk India exhibition has been organised by city based Infocom World. This year the latest addition to the fair is introduction of solar pumps as it will reduce the burden on existing power plants and ease financial burden on farmers with subsidy on solar based water pumps. The fair-cum exhibition also aims to ensure transfer of technology and knowledge and provide business opportunities. The organisers also announced 40 percent subsidy on submersible pumps and solar power water pumps. Reportedly, the state government last year decided to provide solar-powered water pumps to 1,000 farmers to reduce usage of conventional power. Around 2,00,000 farmers from various parts of Gujarat are expected to visit the fair. Mar 3, 2015
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Politicos react as PDP seeks body of Afzal Guru

Jammu/ New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Ruling party of Jammu and Kashmir sought the dead body of Afzal Guru, evoking sharp reaction from opposition. India hanged Mohammad Afzal Guru in 2013 for the attack on parliament in 2001 and his mortal remains were buried in New Delhi jail premises. The state got a coalition government of People's Democratic Party (PDP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday (March 01). PDP maintains that Guru's hanging was travesty of justice and constitutional requirements and process was not followed. Mar 3, 2015
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Heavy rains in Northern India may clip wheat output

Amritsar/ Rohtak/ Varanasi, Mar 03 (ANI): Heavy and untimely rain in northern and central India over the past two days has damaged crops in the country's wheat bowl. Farmers are left devastated with their crops damaged in the rain. The most vulnerable wheat was the variety planted in the first week of November and is now ready for harvest. In Amritsar city too, the picture was similar as farmers removed damaged crop from their field. Many farmers thought this year would yield good crop but their hopes have been trumped by the untimely rain and strong winds. Meanwhile the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall in the plains for another two days and snowfall in the upper reaches of the country ahead in the week. Mar 3, 2015
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