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Arnold and Rajini at 'I' Audio Launch

The hottest topic doing the rounds in the south is the Audio launch of Ai. This shankar directorial has Actor Vimkram in the lead role. Each and every media report has been only about one event - Ai Audio Release. One of the reasons for all the attention was the presence of Hollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger at the event. Sep 16, 2014
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Political parties wish for BJP defeat as early trends of by-polls surface

New Delhi/ Ahmedabad/ Mumbai, Sep 16 (ANI): Political parties on Monday wished for defeat of BJP and remained optimistic about themselves as early trends of by-polls surfaced. While Congress said that public is not happy with the BJP and that Congress will come to power now. NCP's Nawab Malik also said that people are not happy and satisfied with the BJP government and is therefore showing its anguish against the ruling party. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party remained optimistic and even confident of its win and said that the SP Chief and the government have worked tremendously for Uttar Pradesh and that people will decide in their favour. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar also said that 'Modi wave' is getting over now. Sep 16, 2014
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Deepika Padukone blasts 'cleavage' story, gets B-town support

Mumbai /New Delhi, Sept 16 (ANI): Celebrities backed Bollywood's glamorous actress, Deepika Padukone, as she declared war on social networking site Twitter after a leading newspaper published her photograph with an article emphasising on her cleavage. The war started on September 14 when a leading daily published a photo gallery on its website titled "OMG: Deepika Padukone's Cleavage Show". After the post, Padukone retorted and tweeted "YES! I am a Woman. I have breasts AND a cleavage! You got a problem!!??" "Don't talk about Woman's Empowerment when YOU don't know how to RESPECT Women!" she added. Later on, the daily clarified that the report was meant to be a "compliment". "You look so great that we want to make sure everyone knew! :)" the newspaper tweeted. The newspaper's defence was met with more outrage as Bollywood actors, actresses, directors and Padukone's fans came out in her support to express shock and criticise the media. Bollywood diva, Priyanka Chopra, said she is proud of Padukone as she revealed everyday struggle of women in the film industry. Bollywood actor and former Femina Miss India, Neha Dhupia, also praised Padukone for her sharp and blunt response. Sep 16, 2014
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Backlogs regarding development of northeast will be cleared: VK Singh

New Delhi, Sept 16 (ANI): Minister for Development of Northeast Region, General Vijay Kumar Singh, said that development of the northeast region was a concern. Addressing a news conference in New Delhi, General Singh said development takes time and his ministry was reviewing the development projects operational in the region. The ministry is planning to establish national skill development council and calling in experts to provide skill development in northeast. Meanwhile, the minister said the Northeast Councils (NECs) could play a vital role in pushing the developmental model. Meanwhile, Power Minister, Piyush Goyal, also held a news conference in the national capital and stressed on special focus on northeastern states. Sep 16, 2014
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BJP remains confident of its win as trends of by-polls surface, says it has no relation with 2017 po

New Delhi/ Lucknow/ Jaipur, Sep 16 (ANI): BJP remains confident of its win in the state Assembly polls as early trends surfaces on Tuesday. While many say that the victory of the party is sure, others are of the view that these by-polls have nothing to do with the 2017 LS polls. Party leader Sambit Patra remains confident and said that it will be a victory for BJP as the party has fought on the lines of development and local issues. Meanwhile, Gulab Chand Kataria said that public mandate is important and should be seen as an indicator to evaluate what are the loopholes and work on the same. Sep 16, 2014
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Celebrity News - 12/9/2014

NEW YORK Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week concluded and the stars made sure to catch the big shows. Sarah Jessica Parker and Rooney Mara were front row to take in the Calvin Klein presentation along with Rachel Zoe. Bella Thorne admired the designs of Sherri Hill and Padma Lakshmi & Ivanka Trump were not disappointed at the J. Mendel show. Here’s a look back at the week’s hottest designs. Fashion Montage HOLLYWOOD Stars Ron Livingston & Michelle Monaghan sat down to speak about their latest film, the military drama ‘Fort Bliss’. Monaghan, who plays a decorated Army medic, spoke about the difficulties of balancing a military career and motherhood. :0:23: Michelle Monaghan: As any woman…there. :0:48 Morgan Freeman waved to fans and Julianne Hough sign autographs as both stars stopped by the Jimmy Kimmel show. NEW YORK While back in New York, Jason Bateman visited the David Letterman show to promote his latest film, ‘This Is Where I Leave You’. Letterman himself surprised the crowd outside his studio by waving and making some odd faces. That’s all for now. We’ll be back next week with more celebrity news and sightings. Sep 16, 2014
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Train carrying around 260 Kashmir flood survivors arrives in New Delhi

New Delhi, Sept 16 (ANI): A train carrying around 260 Kashmir flood survivors arrived in New Delhi more than a week after the worst deluge hit the heavily militarized and disputed region in 50 years. Most of the flood survivors were daily wage workers from Bihar and Jharkhand. A Kashmir flood survivor, Ram, praised the government and the army for massive relief and rescue operations. However, some people showed anger that relief efforts reached them much later after the floods had devastated everything. Sep 16, 2014
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J and K Floods: Omar visits flood-hit Poonch, assures assistance

Poonch/Ramban/ Kishtwar, Sept 16 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, visited flood-hit Poonch district and assured people that the government is trying to reach out to all flood victims. The authorities have also opened the route connecting Jammu city with the valley, via Kishtwar to Srinagar. Divisional Commissioner of Jammu, Shant Manu, who did the aerial survey of the area, said the route will be initially opened solely for the vehicles carrying essential commodities and light vehicles. Meanwhile, the army in Ramban district has built a footbridge for the easy passage of flood-stricken people. Sep 16, 2014
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By-polls: Counting begins for 3 LS, 33 assembly seats

Vadodara/Kolkata/ Lucknow, Sept 16 (ANI): Counting of votes in three Lok Sabha and 33 assembly constituencies spread across 9 states for bypolls, which were held on September 13, began on Tuesday morning. The three Lok Sabha seats are in Vadodara vacated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh) and Medak (Telangana) while 11 assembly constituencies are in UP, nine in Gujarat, four in Rajasthan, two in West Bengal, five in Northeastern states and one each in Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. Sep 16, 2014
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Ukraine to ratify EU pact, offer rebels self-rule

Ukraine is set to ratify a disputed EU agreement and offer limited self-rule to parts of the separatist east as it moves to turn the page on the bloodiest chapter of its post-Soviet history. Duration: 02:52 Sep 16, 2014
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Karthi to replace NTR Jr

Initially, Junior NTR was supposedto play the lead in Vamsi padipally's upcoming film. But the actor backed off from the project due to some unknown reasons. News is that, Karthi, a popular Tamil actor, will replace NTR Jr and is all set to play the role. Sep 16, 2014
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Why Erica Fernandez Loves Home Remedies

Model turned actor Erica Fernandez sets the stage afire at the recently held Bangalore Style Week, 2014. In a black and red opulent gown, Erica strutted down the runway as a showstopper to her designer friends Sarwari and Pooja. The elated Sandalwood star who returned to the ramp after 2 years shares her excitement with [...] Sep 16, 2014
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Aligarhs NGO promotes communal harmony, trains women of diverse communities together

Aligarh, Sep 16 (ANI): Aligarh, located in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh is a famous educational and commercial hub of India. The city houses people from different religious beliefs in its ambit of religious acceptance and tolerance. People who live in peace and harmony here work together for the common good of their region. One such example is the establishment of non-governmental organization, Gaurav social and development society which works to impart vocational training to girls. The organization imparts training to girls in various skilled courses including stitching, beautician and mehndi designing. The society aims to train girls for various vocational courses to earn a better living for themselves and family. Girls who come from Hindu, Muslim and Christian families learn these courses together amicably. Sep 16, 2014
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Multiple faiths throng to annual Urs of sufi saint Syed Hazrat Jalal Shah to pay him obeisance

Haldwani, Sep 16 (ANI): India is a land of multiple faiths, and people of the country enjoy this diversity with utmost zeal and enthusiasm. This week we take you to the Haldwani City in Uttrankhand where devotees belonging to different communities pay obeisance to sufi saint, Syed Hazrat Jalal Shah. A large number of devotees, including men, women and children throng the annual Urs of Baba to pay rich tributes to saint. During the celebration, people gather around the shrine of Baba and chant hymns to seek blessings. Various rituals, as per Sufi tradition, are also performed here. Also Qawallis, sung by qawallas, go parallel to prayers. The administration of the shrine organises community meal for the devotees. Sep 16, 2014
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Snowden, Assange, Dotcom accuse NZ govt. of spying

Former US intelligence operative Edward Snowden and fellow fugitive WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange joined forces Monday to attack the New Zealand government, accusing it of mass surveillance on its people. Duration: 01:02 Sep 16, 2014
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Italian Navy rescues dozens of boat migrants near Malta

As many as 500 migrants are feared to have drowned after traffickers rammed and sank their boat in what the International Organisation for Migration described Monday as "the worst shipwreck in years." Duration: 00:48 Sep 16, 2014
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Iraqi forces and tribesmen retake a Sunni village from IS

Iraqi security forces and Sunni tribesmen retook areas in the northern town of Duluiyah from Islamic State militants. The town was seized by militants earlier in the year, but local forces later drove them out. Duration: 00:47 Sep 16, 2014