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Australian PM arrives in Mumbai, launches scholarship programme for students

Mumbai, Sep 04, (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott arrived in Mumbai on Thursday and launched scholarship programme for students named New Colombo Plan in the city's university. Under the scheme, thousands of young Australians could live, study and work in Southeast Asian region and build people to people contacts. Abbott regretted that there were only few Australian students studying in India. The Australian prime minister added in coming years, the number of Australian students will increase manifold and experience richness of culture. Sep 4, 2014
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Kalyan Singh takes oath as Governor of Rajasthan

Jaipur, Sep 04 (ANI): Former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Kalyan Singh on Tuesday took oath as Governor of Rajasthan at Governor's house in Jaipur. He was sworn-in by Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court Sunil Ambwani in the presence of state chief minister Vasundhara Raje. Interestingly, supporters present during the event shouted slogans like 'Jai Shri Ram' after Singh signed the official papers. Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik was holding the additional charge of Rajasthan before the appointment of Kalyan Singh. Sep 4, 2014
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Politicos question appointment of P Sathasivam as governor of Kerala

Erode /Lucknow/New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): Politicians, on Thursday questioned central government's move to appoint former Chief Justice of India (CJI) P Sathasivam as governor of Kerala, which has sparked controversy in political and legal fraternity of the country. Sathasivam was appointed as new governor of Kerala after Sheila Dikshit resigned last week. He has served as chief justice of India for eight months between August and April this year. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said this move of the government will only fade people’s faith in law and judiciary. Sep 4, 2014
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Amit Shah will meet Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray today: Vinod Tawde

Mumbai, Sep 04 (ANI): After receiving BJP President Amit Shah at his residence for a party core committee meet, senior party leader Vinod Tawde on Thursday announced that Shah will meet Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray today. There had been speculations since yesterday that Shah is unlikely to meet Thackeray. Tawde said that the BJP president will meet the Shiv Sena chief and later visit the Ganesha Pandals. Sep 4, 2014
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Haj pilgrims undergo vaccination drive in Kashmir

Srinagar, Sep 04 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir government organized a vaccination program along with Haj committee for aspiring pilgrims. The number of Haj pilgrims has increased in last few years and for safety of every pilgrim going to Saudi, the Saudi Kingdom had announced that without vaccination no pilgrim will be allowed to perform Haj. Executive Officer of Jammu and Kashmir Haj committee, Fayaz Ahmed Lone, said that every Haj pilgrim was expected to have a health and training card, which they have to show when they land in Saudi Arabia. He said that normally the vaccination costs a lot but during this drive it was being provided free of cost by the health department. The vaccination facility is available in all districts of Kashmir valley, including Haj house in Srinagar where doctors and authorities of Haj committee have opened special counters. Sep 4, 2014
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Outgoing Governor Sheila Dikshit receives farewell by Kerala govt

Trivandrum, Sep 04 (ANI): Kerala outgoing Governor Sheila Dikshit on Thursday received farewell by the state government after her resignation was accepted by President Pranab Mukherjee earlier. The farewell ceremony was held at the Technical area of Indian Air force Station in Trivandrum. Chief Minister Ommen Chandy, Planning and Rural Development Minister KC Joseph, Speaker of state Legislative Assembly G Karthikeyan and other high officials of the state were present at the event. Dikshit also received guard of honour during the ceremony. Dikshit had tendered her resignation on 26 August, a day after she met President Pranab Mukherjee and Home Minister Rajnath Singh. Sep 4, 2014
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Dare 2 Dance with Akshay Kumar

New Delhi, September 4 (ANI): Bollywood's Khiladi Kumar is returning to small screen with his all news Show Dare 2 Dance on Life Ok Channel. This danced based adventurous reality show is one of its kind and is happening for the first time in the world. Kumar along with its makers launched the show at an event held in New Delhi.Shot in South Africa, Dare 2 Dance will see ten contestants, not just putting their extra ordinary dancing prowess to display but also fighting their fears. The show goes on air from September 6 onwards every Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 pm on Life Ok. Sep 4, 2014
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Indian intelligence agencies should take steps to counter Al Qaeda move: Security Expert

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): Security Expert Alok Bansal on Thursday called for strict action by intelligence agencies in the wake of a video released by Al Qaeda. In a 55-minute video posted online, Al Qaeda leader Ayman al Zawahri, also renewed a longstanding vow of loyalty to Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Omar, in an apparent snub to the Islamic State armed group challenging al Qaeda for leadership of transnational Islamist militancy. Zawahri described the formation of "Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent" as a glad tidings for Muslims "in Burma, Bangladesh, Assam, Gujarat, Ahmedabad, and Kashmir" and said the new wing would rescue Muslims there from injustice and oppression. Sep 4, 2014
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Artists create mirror image of historic Taj Mahal using gold

Bhopal, Sep 04 (ANI): A team of 35 craftsmen developed a model of historic Taj Mahal, using 400 kilograms of silver, 10 kilograms of gold and diamonds in Madhya Pradesh. The artists attempted world record as they created mirror image of the 17th century's marble mausoleum in Bhopal. A businessman, Syed Hanif, who conceptualised the idea of the intricate model, said that he has visited Taj Mahal several times in last 30 years and was completely awed by its magnificence. Meanwhile, an artisan, Syed Farukh, said the team was not educated and still they developed the model, which is one-hundredth the size of the original structure.The historical monument Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Sep 4, 2014
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Sunny Leone To Star In Hate Story 3?

Paoli Dam and Surveen Chawla raised the mercury levels in Hate story and Hate story 2 respectively with their hot and sizzling presence. For the third installment of this erotic thriller, Hate Story3, Sunny leone was approached. She also performed a hot number, Pink Lips in Hate Story 2. Sep 4, 2014
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SC refuses to restrain media on CBI chief's request

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday turned down CBI Director Ranjit Sinha's plea to restrain media from reporting on the 2G spectrum allocation case. The apex court said that it will take up application filed by advocate Prashant Bhushan to keep Sinha away from 2G case on September 8. Sinha is accused of holding regular meetings with officials of the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group to influence the CBI's investigation. Sep 4, 2014
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Celebrity News - 3/8/2014

VENICE Venice was the place to be as the world’s oldest film festival brought out the stars. Viggo Mortensen walked the red carpet in support of his French film, ‘Far from Men’ while Owen Wilson took the casual route in a charcoal suit, black & white tie and suede trainers for his flick, ‘She's Funny That Way’. Al Pacino came out for his second film of the festival, ‘Manglehorn’ and Andrew Garfield & Michael Shannon teamed up for the ’99 Homes’ premiere. The film, about the losing of a family home, struck a cord with one of the stars. 454452302 :1:05 Andrew Garfield: We’ve all at some…point : 01:19 LONDON Gerard Butler, Rita Ora, Jonah Hill and other celebrities all made a splash with fans as they arrived at the GQ Awards in London but the biggest reaction was saved for Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. The reality show power couple greeted fans with Kim wowing in a latex bustier bodysuit and sheer skirt. HOLLYWOOD In Hollywood, Eva Longoria looked stunning in white as she greeted fans after a visit to the Jimmy Kimmel show. That’s all for now. We’ll be back tomorrow with more celebrity news and sightings. Sep 4, 2014
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Al Qaeda announces India wing, renews loyalty to Taliban chief

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): In a video posted online, Al Qaeda chief Ayman al Zawahri announced the formation of an Indian branch of his militant group and said that he will "raise the flag of jihad" across the subcontinent. He also renewed a longstanding vow of loyalty to Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Omar, in an apparent snub to the Islamic State armed group challenging al Qaeda for leadership of transnational Islamist militancy. Zawahri described the formation of "Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent" as a glad tidings for Muslims "in Burma, Bangladesh, Assam, Gujarat, Ahmedabad, and Kashmir" and said the new wing would rescue Muslims there from injustice and oppression. As well being an indirect repudiation of Islamic State, the announcement could pose a challenge to India's new Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. Sep 4, 2014
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Plank exercise and it's variations

A plank exercise doesn't only have to work the core area of the body. You can make your entire body work as well. Here is a video with the basic plank and other variations of the plank exercise that are more challenging. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VentunoFitness Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/user/ventunofitness A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com Sep 4, 2014
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Govt taking all flood control measures, will make sure there is no loss of lives: Omar

Srinagar, Sep 04 (ANI): Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday personally monitored the flood situation in Srinagar. He has put the state administration on high alert, directing them to be at the beck and call of the people wherever required. Omar said that the government is taking all flood control measures and will make sure there is no loss of lives. Sep 4, 2014
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Politicos raise concern over video of al Qaeda chief announcing India wing

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): Political leaders on Thursday raised concern over the Al Qaeda video posted online. In a video, Al Qaeda chief Ayman al Zawahri announced the formation of an Indian branch of his militant group and said that he will "raise the flag of jihad" across the subcontinent. He also renewed a longstanding vow of loyalty to Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Omar, in an apparent snub to the Islamic State armed group challenging al Qaeda for leadership of transnational Islamist militancy. Sep 4, 2014
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Rescue operations begin as floods wreak havoc in Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir, Sep 04 (ANI): Rescue operations began in Jammu and Kashmir as floods, triggered by heavy rains, wreaked havoc. Two people trapped in floodwater were rescued by the army, fire service officials and police in a four-hour joint operation in Rajouri district of the state. Chief of Mang Dharhal village council, Mohammad Shabir, thanked the army and police for rescuing the flood victims. Incessant rains caused floods in the hilly district of Poonch. Due to torrential rains, the route of river in Poonch changed and started flowing towards the residential areas. A resident, Mohammad Razzaq, said several houses were destroyed in the locality. Meanwhile, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Arvind Kumar Sharma said measures to save the flood-affected people in the district were on. Sep 4, 2014
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Freed British parents reunited with ill son in Spain

The British parents jailed after taking their critically-ill son Ashya King from hospital enjoyed an emotional reunion with him at his bedside in Spain on Wednesday but were barred from taking formal custody of him for now. Duration:01:04 Sep 4, 2014
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