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RSS leader Indresh Kumar calls Vaidik _nationalist_, politicos react

New Delhi, July 17 (ANI): Adding fuel to the controversy over Ved Pratap Vaidik and JuD chief Hafiz Saeed_s meet, RSS leader Indresh Kumar said that Vaidik is a nationalist, cultural person and whatever he did was for the good of the nation. Reacting over this political leaders condemned Indresh___s statement.

Jul 17, 2014

Anderson should be banned for misbehaving: Kirti Azad

New Delhi, July 17 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Kirti Azad on Thursday said that England cricketer James Anderson should be banned from playing because he misbehaved with Ravindra Jadeja.

Jul 17, 2014

Politicos react as Kejriwal attacks L-G for _helping_ BJP in forming Delhi govt

New Delhi, July 17 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday in a series of aggressive tweets asked whether Delhi_s Lieutenant Governor would invite the BJP to form government today. The BJP_s Delhi chief Satish Upadhyay shot back asking whether Kerjiwal will apologize to the citizens of Delhi for his tweet if LG doesn_t call BJP today.

Jul 17, 2014

Indian families await safe return of their relatives from strife-torn Iraq

Gurdaspur, July 17 (ANI): Families in Gurdaspur district of Punjab are worried as they await the safe return of their children from strife-torn Iraq. About 10,000 Indians work in Iraq, mostly in areas unaffected by the fighting, but scores of them have returned to India since ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) began its offensive. Harjeet Masih, one among the forty abducted workers, had fled to Iraq 11 months back to earn money for his family. Unfortunately, he was abducted by the Iraq militants on June 12. According to his brother, Robin Masih, his brother managed to escape the kidnappers but his whereabouts are not known for the past one month.

Jul 17, 2014

A Palestinian family gathers inside their damaged home, which police said was targeted in an Israeli air strike, in Gaza City.

Hamas, Israel Agree for Five-Hour Ceasefire after 4 Innocent Children were Bombed while Playing Football

Israel and Hamas have agreed for a five-hour cease-fire to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza following the death of four Palestinian children.

Jul 17, 2014

Harry Potter Helped Barack Obama Become US President?

The seven Harry Potter books by JK Rowling played a significant role in President Barack Obama's 2008 election victory, a new study claims.

Jul 17, 2014

Governments silence on Palestine issue irks Congress

New Delhi, July 17 (ANI): The silence of the Narendra Modi-led government over the issue of the killing of innocent Palestine Muslims by Israeli military forces has irked the leaders of Congress party. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party had refused to hold any discussion over the issue saying it could have a negative impact on India’s diplomatic ties with both Israel as well as Palestine. Speaking to reporters, a senior Congress leader, Ambika Soni, said that the reasons stated by the government on remaining mum were unacceptable.

Jul 17, 2014

Kashmir shuts down to protest Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, army truck accident

Srinagar, July 17 (ANI): Kashmir on Thursday observed a shutdown to protest Israeli airstrikes on Gaza that have killed at least 160 Palestinians. A resident of Srinagar, Irfan Khan on Thursday, expressed concern over the serious and catastrophic situation in Gaza. Separatists have also called for a day’s shutdown in the Kashmir valley on Thursday after an army truck rammed into a cab killing six people in Srinagar.

Jul 17, 2014

PM Modi signs three bilateral agreements with Brazils Rousseff at BRICS summit

Brasilia, July 17 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff signed three bilateral agreements between the two nations in Brasilia city during the BRICS summit in Brazil. Rousseff, in a special gesture, received the Indian PM with full military honours at the Presidential Palace on the margins of the sixth BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) summit. During their meet, Modi congratulated Rousseff and people of Brazil for an outstanding hosting of the recently concluded FIFA World Cup.

Jul 17, 2014

When Will China Honour Its Word on Border Incursions? Never, Going by Precedent

Two incursions by the People's Liberation Army were reported in Ladakh just after the Modi-Jinping meet.

Jul 17, 2014

Will Religion-Driven India Accept Euthanasia?

The Supreme Court has sought opinions of all Indian states and Union Territories on the plea seeking legalisation of Euthanasia.

Jul 17, 2014

Haleem tantalises Kolkata_s taste buds during Ramadan

Kolkata, July 17 (ANI): The sales of Haleem, a creamy meat delicacy usually made with mutton and lentils, have surged during the holy month of Ramadan, tantalizing the taste buds of Muslims in Kolkata as the fast is broken with special foods at sundown. Foodies in Kolkata, which is known for its plethora of food options ranging from snacks to main course, travel to special joints for taking a bite of the dish. Ramadan has spurred sales of Haleem across the city as it makes a full meal for fasting Muslims due to the nutritive value of its ingredients like meat, pure ghee backed by the right choice of spices, wheat, clarified butter and dry fruits. Haleem literally means _patience_ because it involves long hours of preparation. It is made of wheat, mutton, gram pulse, curd, onions and vegetable oil with sprinkling of spices. It is served with lemon juice. Eating joint owners said they usually run out of Haleem, which is made only during Ramadan, in less than three hours, well before the breaking of the fast.

Jul 17, 2014

Jim Corbett National Park shuts for tourists during monsoons

Jim Corbett, July 17 (ANI): Wildlife authorities of Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand launched night patrolling inside the premises to curb poaching and smuggling activities during monsoon. The authorities have commenced _monsoon operation_ as a preventive measure against poachers. They have also closed primary routes of the national park for four months during monsoons as it becomes dangerous for tourists. Director of Corbett Tiger Reserve, Sameer Sinha, said adequate staff members have been deployed to keep a strict vigil. The two primary zones, _Dhikala_ and _Bijrani_, have been completely restricted from any tourist activity. The main routes of national park include hilly areas and grasslands, which become unsafe for tourists to travel during rains. Meanwhile, monsoon also affects business of local businessmen who are completely dependent on tourists.

Jul 17, 2014

Can Modi clean the Ganges, India's biggest sewage line?

Standing on the banks of the river Ganges a day after his election triumph, Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to succeed where numerous governments have failed: by cleaning up the filthy waterway beloved of India's Hindus. Duration: 02:40

Jul 17, 2014

India Gears up for Stronger Ties with South America Following China and Russia's Moves

Modi on Wednesday finalized three bilateral agreements with Brazil and also pushed for multi-dimensional ties with the other South American countries in his meet with the leaders.

Jul 17, 2014