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Border guard kills his colleague and injures four others

Malda, Feb 17 (ANI): In yet another fratricidal incident, an Indian soldier killed his colleague and injured four others in West Bengal on Tuesday (February 17). Basant Singh opened fire on sleeping personnel after a heated argument, killing a head constable at a Border Security Force (BSF) camp in Malda town. Deputy Inspector General of Border Security Force (BSF), Raj Singh Rathor, said the assailant ran away after the incident and search is on to nab him. Indian armed forces have been grappling with rising incidences of soldier suicides and fratricides. According to Indian defence ministry, 125 soldiers are either committing suicides or killing themselves on an average every year.

Feb 17, 2015

Congress imposing baseless allegations out of frustration: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhopal, Feb 17 (ANI): Reacting over the Congress' fresh allegations against him in 2013 Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board (MPPEB) scam better known as the Vyapam scam, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said that the Congress is imposing completely baseless and false allegations out of frustration. Addressing a press conference in Bhopal, Congress leaders alleged that CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan's name was removed from an excel sheet related to the Vyapam scam.

Feb 17, 2015

Congress claims involvement of Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Vyapam scam, BJP smells conspiracy

New Delhi, Feb 17 (ANI): The Congress party has made fresh allegations against the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh in connection with the 2013 Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board (MPPEB) scam better known as the Vyapam scam. Addressing a press conference in Bhopal, Congress leaders alleged that CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan's name was removed from an excel sheet related to the scam. Meanwhile, the BJP defended Chouhan by saying that the allegation by the Congress is a conspiracy to defame the successful Chief Minister.

Feb 17, 2015

At least one wounded in Afghanistan blast

At least one person has been wounded after a bomb exploded in the Afghan capital Kabul Tuesday. Police say the bomb was attached to this vehicle, probably by a magnet. The blast was so powerful it

Feb 17, 2015

Politicos react as RSS mouthpiece Organiser cautions against AAPs freebies agenda

New Delhi, Feb 17 (ANI): Political leaders on Tuesday react after RSS mouthpiece 'Organiser' cautioned BJP on AAPs freebies agenda. AAP leader Atishi Marlena said that the RSS should only understand what people of Delhi wants and what they voted for in the national capital. JD (U) leader KC Tyagi said that RSS is failing to adjust to their defeat in Delhi and therefore such remarks are coming up. BJP leader Manoj Tiwari said that the defeat is not of the party but of defeat of promises made by AAP which will not be fulfilled in any time. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that politics should not be done on promises of giving services for free.

Feb 17, 2015

Deadly hospital explosion in Mexico City cause by gas truck bolts-invesigators

Investigators in Mexico City ruled that a deadly gas explosion at a maternity hospital last month was cause by faulty bolts on a gas truck. Mexico City Attorney General Rodolfo Rios Garza. (

Feb 17, 2015

Lahore Blast: 8 Killed in Attack Near Police Lines in Pakistan's Political and Education Hub

Eight people were killed and eight others were injured in what is being described as a powerful blast outside the police lines at Lohore on Tuesday.

Feb 17, 2015

'Insensitive' Air India Staffers Face Social Media Backlash as Video Goes Viral

The video, uploaded on Facebook on Saturday, 14 February, has so far received more than 739,471 views.

Feb 17, 2015

British PM Cameron meets Sultan of Brunei at Chequers

Prime Minister David Cameron met with the Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah at his country residence on Monday (February 16). Bolkiah recently implemented Sharia Law in his country, which includes a

Feb 17, 2015

At least 35 More Egyptians Kidnapped by ISIS-Affliate Ansar al-Sharia

Egypt earlier bombed several ISIS targets,after the Islamic State militants posted a brutal video showing the beheading of 21 Coptic Christians.

Feb 17, 2015

Kolhapur: Five Detained in Communist Leader Govind Pansare Attack Case

Govind Pansare's state is still critical.

Feb 17, 2015

Twinkle Khanna's Blog on AIB Roast: 5 Reasons Why it's a Must Read

Actress-turned-interior designer Twinkle Khanna and wife of actor Akshay Kumar, has written a strong column, pointing out that there are bunch of important issues that needs attention rather than raging over the roast.

Feb 17, 2015

Barkha Dutt Resigns from NDTV; Rajdeep Sardesai, Sagarika Ghose and Other Indian Journos who Resigned Recently [PHOTOS]

The e-mail from NDTV founders Radhika and Prannoy suggests Dutt will continue serving as the consulting editor for the channel.

Feb 17, 2015

New Orleans Mardi Gras Carnival 2015: Watch Live Online; Parade Cam, Video Streaming Options; Major Events, Parade Schedules

Watch the New Orleans Mardi Gras Carnival 2015 via online live streaming or street parade cams and get the list of events and schedules.

Feb 17, 2015

Seattle Hindu Temple Sprayed with Swastika, Hate Message on Mahashivratri; India Reacts with Outrage

Local temple authorities claim that a similar incident had taken place a few years back, but they had chosen to ignore it.

Feb 17, 2015