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Piyush Goyal presents report card of power ministry in 100 days of govt, says inherited unfavourable

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): Power Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday presented the report card of the ministry in 100 days of the NDA government and said that they had inherited unfavourable situation from the previous government. Goyal said that the previous UPA government had left the situation in worse condition and that the ministry had to struggle a lot in getting back on track. Further, he also talked about achievements of NDA government in 3 months of time and assured proper supply of electricity to every state. Sep 7, 2014
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Reactions flow as Muralidhar Rao assures to solve Ayodhya Temple issue on priority

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): BJP's General Secretary Muralidhar Rao listing out Government's immediate priority said that along with the economic problems of the country, sorting out the issue of Ayodhya Temple is on their agenda. BJP leader Bizay Sonkar Shastri defending Rao's statement said that BJP had spoken about Ayodhya temple in the previous Lok Sabha elections and that a temple should be built there but only with the agreement of the people. Manish Tewari said that by making such comments they are just trying to spread communalism in the country. NCP leader Majid Memon said that price inflation and power shortage should be in their priority list. Congress leader. Sep 7, 2014
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Following of Sharad Pawar in Maharashtra maximum among all parties: NCP

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): NCP leader Majid Memon on Sunday said that NCP Chief Sharad Pawar has the maximum following as a political leader in Maharashtra, even more than Shiv Sena and BJP. Memon added that their ally Congress should also set aside its ego and accept the fact that NCP is stronger as a political party in Maharashtra. He also said that NCP has started campaigning for the upcoming Maharashtra polls actively. Sep 7, 2014
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Priyanka Chopra hopes for success of her film on boxer Mary Kom

Mumbai, Sep 07 (ANI): Bollywood diva Priyanka Chopra had her fingers crossed over commercial success of her latest film, which is a biopic based on the life of Indian boxer, Mary Kom. "Mary Kom" released in cinemas across India on Friday (September 05). The movie was premiered in Toronto. Priyanka has had roles in some big budget franchises such as "Krrish" and "Don" and has also won plaudits for playing role like an autistic woman in the film "Barfi". But it is her portrayal of Olympic medalist and five-time World Amateur Boxing champion Mary Kom, which has proved to be the biggest task as an actor so far. Chopra said playing the role of a living, breathing person of nearly her own age has been the greatest challenge of her acting career so far and she learnt the lesson of never give up during the course of shooting of Mary Kom. Sep 7, 2014
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No invitation received by LG, will decide in interest of people unlike AAP: Satish Upadhyay

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): Delhi BJP President Satish Upadhyay on Sunday said that the BJP is yet to receive any invitation from the Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung on government formation in the national capital. Upadhyay said that the party is ready for polls and that any decision taken will be fully democratic and in the interest of people. He also said that his meeting with Home Minister Rajnath Singh had nothing to do with the issue. Upadhyay also slammed the Aam Aadmi Party and said that they are using unconstitutional language which is not acceptable to the people of Delhi. Sep 7, 2014
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Piyush Goyal presents report card of power ministry in 100 days of govt, says inherited unfavourable

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): Power Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday presented the report card of the ministry in 100 days of the NDA government and said that they had inherited unfavourable situation from the previous government. Goyal said that the previous UPA government had left the situation in worse condition and that the ministry had to struggle a lot in getting back on track. Further, he also talked about achievements of NDA government in 3 months of time and assured proper supply of electricity to every state. Sep 7, 2014
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Scotland's fishermen face some choppy waters ahead

Scotland's fishermen face some choppy waters ahead if the country votes for independence from the UK in the forthcoming referendum. Some would welcome the move but others fear separation would give them a much smaller voice in the EU. Duration: 03:16 Sep 7, 2014
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PM Modi arrives in JandK, holds review meeting to assess flood situation

Jammu, Sep 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday arrived in Jammu city of Jammu and Kashmir to review the flood situation in the state which has claimed more than 160 lives. Modi held a review meeting with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, state Governor NN Vohra and other officials. Modi is scheduled to travel to Srinagar later today. Sep 7, 2014
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BJP President Amit Shah visits Dakshineswar Temple in Kolkata

Kolkata, Sep 07 (ANI): BJP President Amit Shah who is on a two-day visit to West Bengal visited the Dakshineswar Temple on Sunday to seek the blessings of the presiding deity. Amit Shah is here to attend the two day state committee meeting of the party. He will interact with party workers and boost their morale along with discussing the present situation in the wake of alleged repeated attacks on BJP workers. It is his first visit to Kolkata following his elevation as the party chief. Sep 7, 2014
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Residents leave villages, move to safer places in flood-hit Kashmir

Kathua, Sep 07 (ANI): More than 100 people, including children and women, were evacuated from various villages in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir as floods, triggered by heavy downpours, caused destruction in the region. The Red Cross society along with district administration has provided tents, medical aid and food to affected families. The flood-affected people are shifting their valuables and luggage along with their live stocks to safer places and shelter homes provided by the district administration. Jammu's main river, Tawi, which splits the city in two, is flowing well above the danger mark. Sep 7, 2014
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Security personnel, civilians rescued in flood-hit Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir, Sep 07 (ANI): In a joint operation, staff of Indian Army and Air Force rescued security personnel of paramilitary Border Security Force (BSF) and civilians from flood-affected areas in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities declared a disaster alert after two days of heavy rain hit villages across Kashmir, causing the worst flooding in two decades. Heavy rain is expected and the state's main river, the Jhelum, and its tributaries are flowing several feet above the danger mark. Flash floods triggered by heavy downpours caused destruction as authorities closed four bridges connecting the two parts of Jammu after suffering severe damage. Army personnel Bhim Singh said the rescue operations were on in full swing and the situation was under control. Sep 7, 2014
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Amit Shah says communal tension in UP will help BJP form govt, Politicos condemn

New Delhi, Sep 07 (ANI): Condemnable reactions flowed on Sunday after BJP President Amit Shah said in a speech that if communal tension continues to prevail in Uttar Pradesh, it will become easy for BJP to win elections. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that the truth comes out at some time or the other and Amit Shah has spoken out his intentions clearly. Congress leader Manish Tewari said that the Election Commission should take cognizance of the matter and disqualify BJP from UP elections. NCP leader Majid Memon said that it is an unfortunate statement and a person of a designation as that of Amit Shah should be careful about what words to use. Sep 7, 2014
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Centre asks States to expedite cases against MPs, Politicos React

New Delhi, Sep 06 (ANI): Following the Supreme Court's decision, Central government has appealed the Chief Ministers of the states and the Chief Justices of the High Courts to expedite cases against MPs and MLAs facing charges of serious crimes. NCP leader Majid Memon appreciating SC's decision said that the MPs who are guilty will be removed from their position and MPs with false charges will be free from them. BJP leader Bizay Sonkar Shastri also supported the Court's verdict and said no culprits should exist in politics. Congress leader Manish Tewari said that many MPs with serious charges have their cases pending and it's important that these cases reach to their final verdict. Sep 7, 2014
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