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Shinde's First Conversation With Malik on Eid-ul-Fitr Over India Exodus

Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde extended his Eid-ul-Fitr wishes to his Pakistani counterpart Rehman Malik on Monday, and voiced concerns over Pakistan's alleged misuse of social media to stir communal uneasiness in India.

Aug 20, 2012

Traun Gogoi Assures Safety of NE People in Midst of Adversity

Assam chief minister Traun Gogoi issued an appeal to the North-East communities not to give into the daunting rumours and stay calm as the exodus in Indian cities continued into its fourth consecutive day on Saturday.

Aug 18, 2012

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Exodus Continues in India: Plight of North-East People of Bangalore in Pictures

The exodus of North-East people in different parts of the country continued on Saturday, despite the repeated assurances by the Central and state governments.

Aug 18, 2012

North-East People Continue to Flee; Karnataka CM Assures Protection, Appeals for Calm

At least 6800 northeast people in Bangalore began fleeing to their homes on Wednesday evening after hearing rumors about possible attacks in the city. Around 1000 people are expected to leave tonight, officials confirmed.

Aug 16, 2012

International Prostitution Racket Busted at New Delhi Airport; 37 Girls Rescued

The Social Service Branch (SSB) of Mumbai police rescued 37 sex workers from New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday, DNA reported.

Aug 16, 2012

India's Independence Day Celebration in Pictures

India marked its 66th Independence Day on Wednesday with people from nook and corner of the country celebrating with great pomp - schools and colleges, organizations and companies hoisting the national tri colour. Check out the pictures of India's Independence Day celebration.

Aug 15, 2012

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Giant Burmese Python at 17 Ft Carrying 87 Eggs Found in Florida [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

A 17-feet and 7-inch long female Burmese python carrying a record 87 eggs was found in Florida Everglades, making it the largest snake ever found in the state.

Aug 14, 2012

Ranchi Woman Suffers Acid Attack for Refusing Sex

In another shocking incident of acid attacks on Sunday, a 24-year-old married woman in Ranchi suffered severe burns when two men threw acid on her for resisting their sexual advances.

Aug 14, 2012

Independence Day: Bangalore, Mysore on Terror Radar; Agencies Sound Red Alert

On the occasion of the 66th Independence Day celebration, armed police, heightened security measures, metal-detectors and sniffer dogs are said to be ruling the metropolis of Karnataka, following a red alert from the national capital. .

Aug 14, 2012

2 Strong Earthquakes Jolt Iran; Over 180 People Killed

Two strong earthquakes measuring 6.4 and 6.3 on the Richter scale jolted Iran on Saturday, killing at least 180 people and injuring more than 1350, according Iranian officials.

Aug 12, 2012

In Pictures: People Celebrating Janmashtami in India

Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival marking the birthday of Lord Krishna. The festival is celebrated across the country with much pomp and splendor.

Aug 10, 2012

After Selling Baby Boy, Mother Tries to sell Daughter to Fight Poverty

A 35-year-old mother struck by poverty had allegedly tried to sell her eight-year-old daughter at the India-Nepal border in Bihar's Araria district. Police authorities eventually rescued the girl.

Aug 10, 2012

Vilasrao Deshmukh Critical; Maharashtra CM, Deputy Leave for Chennai

Indian politician Vilasrao Deshmukh, who was rushed to a hospital in Chennai on Monday, is conscious but in a critical condition, doctors said.

Aug 8, 2012

Suspect of Delhi High Court Blast Killed in JK Encounter: Reports

Amir Ali aka Akram, a suspect in 2011 Delhi High Court blast, was among the two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen extremists gunned down in an encounter with security forces in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday morning, reports said.

Aug 6, 2012

Gunman Shoot Worshippers at Wisconsin Sikh Temple; At Least 7 People Killed

At least one gunman opened fire at worshippers at a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, killing at least seven persons and injuring several others on Sunday morning.

Aug 6, 2012