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Chacko accuses BJP of playing politics with J and K

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): cHe added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the flood-ravaged state will help the ruling party at the Centre and no the flood victims. Prime Minister Modi left on a day-long visit to Jammu and Kashmir earlier in the day. He began the day with a visit to Siachen, the world's highest battlefield. Oct 23, 2014
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Seven people killed after fire broke out in firecracker shop in Barmer

Barmer, Oct 23 (ANI): At least seven people were burnt alive early on Thursday after a fire broke out at a firecracker shop in Rajasthan's Barmer district. The incident took place around 1 a.m. at the shop in Balotra area of the Barmer district. Additional SP of Barmer said that fire has been extinguished and the police have started the investigations in the case. He added that the fire broke out in the building housing a garment shop and a firecracker shop. Oct 23, 2014
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Rajnath Singh extends greetings to entire nation on Diwali

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday extended greetings to the entire nation on the occasion of Diwali. Singh said that the entire nation should help the government in development of the country. Oct 23, 2014
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Cyclone Hudhud damages submarine museum in Vizag

Visakhapatnam, Oct 23 (ANI): The Kursura Submarine Museum, which is one of the major tourist attractions in port city Visakhapatnam, got damaged after Cyclone Hudhud hit the coast last week. Submarine parts such as torpedo control units, engine oil pooler, among others exhibited got displaced by the strong winds. The cyclone also blew away the transformer, electric lines and poles, cutting off power to the museum. It will reopen for the visitors only after restoring the power supply. Oct 23, 2014
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Black money: Congress dares Jaitley to come out with all names, politicos react

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Reacting over Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's remarks on the black money issue, the Congress has asked the Modi Government to stop "blackmail" tactics and dared it to come out with full information, saying the party is above individuals. After Arun Jaitley's remarks that disclosure of names of those holding illicit foreign accounts will embarrass the Congress, the party said that the government should stop coming out with "half truths" and "selective leakage". Meanwhile, political leaders on Thursday reacted over the issue. Oct 23, 2014

Slow justice for Tunisia torture victims

More than three years since a pro-democracy uprising toppled long-time strongman Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, rights groups say change has been slow to reach the justice system. Duration: 01:42 Oct 23, 2014

Separatists call for shutdown in Kashmir to protest PM Modi's visit

Srinagar, Oct 23 (ANI): Separatists called for a complete shutdown on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir to protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Diwali. Modi will arrive in Siachen and interact with soldiers before heading to Kashmir to celebrate the Diwali with flood-hit victims. All shops, business establishments and government offices across the valley were closed on the call of Kashmir separatist leader of Hurriyat Conference, Syed Ali Shah Geelani. The police and security forces have been deployed at vital places to prevent any militant attack or demonstration by protesters. In a gesture to touch the hearts of devastated Kashmiris, Modi is poised to be the first Prime Minister to celebrate the festival of lights with them. Oct 23, 2014
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Politicos react on UP governor Ram Naik's comment on ties with RSS

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Politicos from rival political parties slammed UP governor Ram Naik over his remark that he would always be a thorough RSS person irrespective of the political or administrative positions he might hold. A week after hosting RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat at Raj Bhawan in Lucknow, Naik spoke about his strong ties with the RSS. Oct 23, 2014
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Nitin Gadkari denies chief ministerial post in Maharashtra

Nagpur, Oct 23 (ANI): Union Transport Minister, Nitin Gadkari, on Thursday (October 23) denied chief ministerial post to head Maharashtra after Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 122 out of 288 seats in state polls. Gadkari held a meeting with probable chief ministerial candidate Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur city. Gadkari said he was happy to play his role in New Delhi, adding that people should not compare him with his party colleague and state unit of BJP in Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis. Gadkari got backing of 39 elected BJP legislators for the post of chief minister. Oct 23, 2014
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Asian Games medalists felicitated

New Delhi/ Manipur, Oct 23 (ANI): The medal winners of the recently-concluded 17th Asian Games met the Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence. The Prime Minister congratulated the sportspersons and expressed hope that they will continue bringing laurels for the country. The medal winners were also felicitated by the Sports Ministry at an event in the Capital. Union sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Union minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju and other MPs were present at the event. While the gold medal winners were awarded Rs.20 lakh each, the silver and bronze medalists got Rs 10 and 6 lakh each respectively. The recently concluded Asian Games held in Incheon in South Korea saw India finish at the eighth position in the medal's tally. At a separate felicitation programme boxer MC Mary Kom was chosen as the Most Valuable Player of India's Incheon Asian Games campaign. The pugilist was awarded a cash prize of Rs.10 lakh by the organizers. The Manipur government also felicitated the Asian games medal winners and participants from the state at an event at the Khuman Lampak sports complex. Oct 23, 2014
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Separatists call for shutdown in Kashmir to protest PM Modi's visit, Politicos react

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Politicos reacted on Thursday after separatists called for a complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir to protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on Diwali. BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that the separatist are very isolated group and doesn’t have the power to change people’s thinking. BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh said that the separatist have a realization that promotion of militancy is going to stop in the valley and hence they are nervous and calling for shutdown. NCP leader Majid Memon said that the government should look into the matter and take proper actions to curb militancy in the valley. Oct 23, 2014
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CBI files first chargesheet in Saradha Scam

New Delhi/ Lucknow, Oct 23 (ANI): The CBI has filed its first chargesheet in Saradha scam which was being probed under a panel headed by Justice Shyamal Sen, whose tenure is ending on Thursday. Political reactions were followed on Thursday by the course of events in the scam. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy said that the law will take its course after the chargesheet is filed. NCP leader Majid Memon said that filing of chargesheet marks an end to investigation and opening of trial. CPI leader Atul Anjan said that Saradha scam is one of the deadliest scam of West Bengal in which various well known personalities have been allegedly involved. Oct 23, 2014
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PM Modi greets nation on Diwali

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who left for Siachen earlier today to spend Diwali with soldiers and flood-affected victims of Kashmir, has greeted the nation on the festive occasion. "Wishing all of you a very Happy Diwali. May our lives be illuminated with joy and peace. May the lamp of prosperity be lit among the poor," the Prime Minister said. Prime Minister Modi is poised to be the first Prime Minister to celebrate Diwali with the flood-affected people in Srinagar. Oct 23, 2014

Parineeti Chopra Hunts For Her Mr. Right

Parineeti Chopra is really looking forward to find her MR.Right and also hoping for great singing offers she confessed on her 26th birthday which coincided with her Kill Dil song launch. She plays a very sophisticated and rich girl in this highly anticipated flick. Oct 23, 2014

Wedding Bells For Samantha!

Local girl Samantha, who is the top heroine in Kollywood, is soon planning for her next big step. In a recent interview, this Kaththi girl, opened her heart, saying that she doesn’t want her children to be 15 when she turns 60. This indirectly says that she is ready to quit Kollywood soon to tie the knot. Oct 23, 2014

Celebrity News - 20/10/2014

LOS ANGELES The 10th annual GLSEN Respect Awards were held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel to honor Julia Roberts for her work in ensuring schools are safe for LGBT youths. Attending the event was fellow honoree Derek Hough, Jessica Capshaw, Morena Baccarin, Rose McGowan & Jim Parsons. Roberts spoke about the difficulties for children in schools today. #457545392 0:25: Julia Roberts: I mean I was…this. :0:41 Jennifer Garner was pretty in pink as she and Rachel Zoe hosted The 10th Annual Pink Party to help raise money for the Women’s Cancer Program. Celebs attending the festivities included Marcia Cross, Giuliana Rancic, Shay Mitchell, Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin who were all treated to music and a fashion show. Eco-friendly celebrities gathered together for the 2014 Environmental Media Awards. Co-hosted by Stana Katic and Ed Begley Jr., the event boasted such planet conscience luminaries as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Malin Akerman, Daryl Hannah, Lance Bass and Emily VanCamp. LONDON After topping the box office in the U.S., ‘Fury’ closed out the BFI London Film festival. Star Brad Pitt gave fans a thrill as he signed autographs & snapped pics. Co-starring in the testosterone-fueled film, Jon Bernthal, Logan Lerman, Michael Pena and a well-behaved Shia LaBeouf. At an earlier press conf Oct 23, 2014

Celebrity News - 17/10/2014

LOS ANGELES ‘Felony’ held its Los Angeles premiere with star Joel Edgerton who also penned the Australian thriller. Aaron Paul came out in support of his ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ co-star along with Jai Courtney and Sarah Roberts. LONDON In London, ‘Foxcatcher’, the true-life crime drama held its American Express Gala premiere with stars Steve Carell, Vanessa Redgrave and Sienna Miller all attending the red carpet opening. Carell spoke about the mood on the set while making the film. #457443102 0:44: Steve Carell: When we were…serious. :0:57 Also seen around town, Beyonce and Jay Z hurried to a tour of famed sculptor Anish Kapoor’s private London workspace and Gemma Arterton gave fans a thrill as she signed autographs after leaving a BBC radio station. And you know it’s close to award season as Neil Patrick Harris has been chosen to host the 87th Academy Awards next February. The song and dance man is no stranger to award shows as he’s already hosted the primetime Emmys twice and the Tony awards four times. That’s all for now. We’ll be back next week with more celebrity news and sightings. Oct 23, 2014
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Tibetan Parliament in-exile extends Diwali greetings to India

Dharamshala, Oct 23 (ANI): Members of Tibetan Parliament in-exile in Dharamshala extended Diwali greetings to all Indians on Thursday. Speaker of Parliament in-exile Penpa Tsering said that Tibetans also have a lighting of lamps ceremony which is to commemorate the birth of the founder of Gelupa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and the ceremony is very similar to the Diwali celebrations that take place in India. Home Minister of Parliament in-exile Dolma Gayri said that Diwali is a festival of India and hence all the people who live in India along with the tourist who visit India during this time can enjoy and be part of this festival. Oct 23, 2014
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India and Mexico sign bilateral agreement on space cooperation

New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): India and Mexico signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on space cooperation. The two countries will work together in remote sensing, satellite communication and areas relating to peaceful use of outer space. Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj had met her Mexican counterpart Jose Antonio Meade Kuribrena, who is on a four-day visit, in New Delhi. Kuribrena emphasized that Mexico's relationship with India among the G20 nations was very close as his country was an important part of India's value-chain in the manufacturing sector. Swaraj reiterated Kuribrena's sentiment and said that the relations between New Delhi and Mexico City had immense potential to grow as Mexico was India's leading trade partner in Latin America. Oct 23, 2014