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Dubai's Burj Khalifa lights up in shades of Pakistan flag as nation celebrates 71 years of Independence

Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world was illuminated with the Pakistani flag and hundreds of people gathered at the venue to watch it.

Aug 15, 2018

Maharashtra govt directs FIR against farm owners for pesticide poisoning cases

More than 400 farmers had reported skin infections in 2017 and almost 60 farmers had died in Yavatmal after inhaling fumes of toxic pesticide.

Aug 15, 2018

Activists protest against the Muzaffarpur shelter home protest in Delhi

Independence Day 2018: 15 promises that free India failed to keep

As India enters its 72nd year of Independence from the British Raj, we take a look at the 15 promises that still remain unfulfilled on August 15, 2018.

Aug 15, 2018

Kerala Rains LIVE: Kochi airport suspends operations until August 18, red alert in multiple districts

Overflowing rivers and massive landslides have resulted in the death of about 44 people in the state and about five are said to be missing.

Aug 15, 2018

Google Doodle celebrates India's 72nd Independence Day with colourful 'truck art'

A click on the doodle will take the users to an assortment of entries on Independence Day, including news reports and videos.

Aug 15, 2018

Independence Day 2018 quotes: Patriotic messages, greetings, wishes to share with your well-wishers

On the occasion of India's Independence Day, here are a few inspiring quotes, messages and greetings to spread patriotism with your family and friends.

Aug 15, 2018

Korea's problem of 'dating violence'. Attacks on men increase faster than women

South Korea's problem of 'dating violence'; attacks on men increase more than women

Unlike the United States or the United Kingdom, South Korea doesn't have strict punishment for dating violence. It claims around eight lives every month and over 10,000 people were arrested last year.

Aug 14, 2018

Over 350 Indian Army personnel likely to move Supreme Court against AFSPA 'dilution'

Recently, a Supreme Court bench, headed by Justice Madan Lokur had pulled up the CBI direction due to the delays in filing the FIRs against Manipur police commandos and armed forces personnel.

Aug 14, 2018

Turkish turmoil downs Indian rupee; Rahul Gandhi takes swipe at PM Modi

Rahul Gandhi had tweeted a video of Narendra Modi as the then-Chief Minister of Gujarat castigating the UPA government when the rupee touched Rs 69 to a dollar mark in 2014.

Aug 14, 2018

I am grateful to Ji Chan Wook, Kang Ha Neul for taking care of me in military: Infinite's Sunggyu

The trio attended a press conference for their upcoming military produced musical 'Shinheung Military Academy.'

Aug 14, 2018

Independence Day 2018: Modi to launch healthcare scheme for poor on September 25

India is celebrating its 72nd Independence Day on Wednesday (August 15). PM Modi has hoisted the national flag and also addressed the nation.

Aug 14, 2018

Pune-based Cosmos Bank server hacked; over 94 crore siphoned off by hackers

Cosmos Bank admitted that it was "cyber-attacked twice, first on Saturday and again on Monday" - with ATM withdrawals taking place in at least 28 countries.

Aug 14, 2018

J&K police detains man for hoisting tricolour in Srinagar

A non-local was prevented from unfurling the Indian national flag at Lal Chowk by the locals, sources said.

Aug 14, 2018

Himachal Pradesh rains: 19 dead, 923 roads closed amid landslides and flash floods

After moderate to incessant downpour in multiple parts of Himachal Pradesh since Sunday morning, rains in the mountainous region has subsided. Authorities are working in full swing to clear at least 300 of the 923 blocked roadways across the state.

Aug 14, 2018