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Politicos react as Kanpur policeman kisses Jyoti murder case accused on forehead

New Delhi/ Lucknow, Aug 2 (ANI): A senior police official probing the murder of Jyoti, daughter-in-law of a leading businessman of Uttar Pradesh, was taken off the investigation on Friday after he kissed the main accused, the woman's husband, on the forehead. In the presence of media in Swaroop Nagar police station, Circle Officer (CO) R K Naik asked Piyush Shyam Dasani whether he would mend his ways. To this, Dasani replied in the affirmative. Following this, Naik hugged and kissed him on his forehead while calling him a "good boy". Politicos slammed this by saying that law and order have gone for a toss in UP. Aug 2, 2014
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Politicos react as CJI RM Lodha says special courts cannot be created for leaders

New Delhi, Aug 2 (ANI): Chief Justice of India RM Lodha asked the government to take urgent steps to speed up the criminal justice system as a whole, instead of seeking to hasten cases in just some categories. It was his first reaction to a recent government suggestion that litigation against legislators should be fast-tracked. Aug 2, 2014
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Politicos slam Shiv Sena for supporting rape accused DIG Sunil Paraskar

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): Political leaders on Saturday condemned the Shiv Sena for supporting rape accused DIG Sunil Paraskar. Shiv Sena mouthpiece "Saamana" known for blunt comments came out in support Paraskar saying that the allegations against him are motivated. It also said that accusing men of rape is a trend. Aug 2, 2014
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Politicos react as Jagmeet Brar says Sonia and Rahul should take 2 years break

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): Political leaders on Saturday reacted after Congress party leader Jagmeet Brar said that the central leadership including Sonia and Rahul Gandhi should take 2-years break. Manish Tewari said that Congress sure had a defeat in the LS polls but this is the time to remain unified and against the communal forces. NCP leader Majid Memon said that the party should speculate on reasons of its defeat. BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh also said that everyone now wants “Gandhi free Congress”. CPI leader Atul Anjan also slammed the Congress leadership. Aug 2, 2014
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A Theatre In Pakistan Attacked During Salman's Kick Screening

Salman Khan's fans in Pakistan were lucky that were left unhurt while watching his recently released film Kick in a theatre. The theatre named Capri was jam packed for the screening of this movie, when two unidentified men came on a bike and threw hand grenades on the main gate of the theatre. Aug 2, 2014
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3rd Generation Kia Sorento

The all-new third generation Kia Sorento will be unveiled in Korea next month, featuring bold, swept-back exterior styling. The new model sports a lower roofline, higher beltline, more muscular stance, rounded shoulders at the rear, and deeply sculpted body surfaces. Together with a larger, more upright 'tiger-nose' grille, these design changes raise the aesthetic sophistication of Kia's best-selling SUV. Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/autoworldshow Twitter : https://twitter.com/VentunoAutoWrld Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/VentunoAutoWorld A Ventuno Production : www.ventunotech.com Aug 2, 2014
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Separatists hindering Kausar Naag pilgrimage at behest of JandK govt: NPP

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): As Kashmir remained shut against Kausar Naag pilgrimage on the call of Syed Ali Geelani, National Panthers Party Chairman Bhim Singh said that the separatists are hindering the same at the behest of the state government. He said that no Muslim in the valley have ever protested such religious pilgrimage like Kausar Naag yatra or the Amarnath yatra, but the separatists get one or other reason to create problems. Aug 2, 2014
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NSUI members protest over CSAT exam outside Rajnath Singhs residence

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): Members of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) on Saturday staged protest outside Home Minister Rajnath Singh's residence in the national capital over the Union Public Service Commission CSAT examination row. The protesters shouted slogans against Singh and also demanded his resignation. The agitated protesters were later detained by the police and were ruthlessly taken away in a bus and were also beaten up. Earlier, in a setback to the struggling UPSC aspirants, the Arvind Verma committee report submitted to the government has recommended that no change should be made in the CSAT as it is a scientifically formed exam and shouldn't be tinkered with. Aug 2, 2014
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Three Maoists nabbed in Jharkhand

Gumla, Aug 02 (ANI): Three Maoists were arrested by police in Gumla district of Jharkhand. The Maoists, belonging to rebel outfit People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), were nabbed in Murmekhla forest area under the Gumla police station limits. Superintendent of Police, Gumla district, Bhim Sen Tuti, said the operation took place after they received secret information from the villagers. The police also recovered three country-made rifles from the house of a resident in that area. Aug 2, 2014
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Nagpur students send Rakhis to soldiers ahead of Raksha Bandhan

Nagpur, Aug 02 (ANI): School children from Maharashtra made attractive designer Rakhis for soldiers deployed on the nation's borders ahead of Raksha Bandhan. A Rakhi is the symbolic holy thread which a sister ties ceremoniously on the wrist of her brother as a mark of the revered bondage between them. To express the same, the students of Prahar Military School in Nagpur sent packages of handmade Rakhis to the various soldiers guarding the border. The Chief Guest at the event was Deputy Commandant Army Postal Services Kamptee, Lt. Col. SB Singh. Students tied Rakhis on Singh’s hand to show their respect and gratitude towards the Army. Singh expressed his joy and gratitude at this gesture. The Rakhis were handmade by the students of the school. The Prahar Institution and Prahar Military school have sent around 20,000 Rakhis to the Army this year. Aug 2, 2014
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Natwar Singh hits back at Congress, says party also mentioned in Volcker report

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): Hitting back at Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi’s allegation on K Natwar Singh of accepting "kickbacks" on the United Nation's oil-for-food programme, Singh said that the party too was involved. He said that the Congress was itself mentioned in the Volcker report as a non-contractual beneficiary. He also said that Singhvi might have forgotten about the video wherein he was found in a compromised position. Singh further attacked at the Congress party and its central leadership. Aug 2, 2014
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Sushil Kumar gets a rousing welcome after returning from CWG

New Delhi, Aug 02 (ANI): Wrestler Sushil Kumar got a rousing welcome after returning home from the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Galsgow, where he bagged a gold medal in wrestling. The Glasgow Commonwealth Games saw many young sportsmen rising to fame with their extraordinary performances, adding to the medals tally for India. Two time Olympic winner Sushil Kumar, too, bagged the gold medal in men's 74 kg freestyle category by defeating Pakistan's Qamar Abbas. Aug 2, 2014
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Army launches clean up operation at Tosa Maidan to clear littered shells

Budgam, Aug 02 (ANI): The Indian Army addressed a news conference to shed light over a number of issues faced by them in Tosa Maidan, a picturesque place used by the army for artillery exercise in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. Tosa Maidan, famous for its meadows, was leased to Indian Army for 50 years for setting up an artillery firing range in 1964. With the lease about to be over, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Army's Strategic Chinar Corps, Subrata Saha, said the plans to extend it are doing rounds and they have also launched a clean-up operation at the firing range. The operation is expected to take at least three months. Aug 2, 2014
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Kerala Tourism, UNESCO sign MoU for promoting Spice Route heritage

Kochi, Aug 02 (ANI): The tourism industry of Kerala signed an agreement with UNESCO to begin a historic cooperation between the two bodies to promote and protect the Spice Route Heritage. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by the Secretary of Kerala Tourism, Suman Billa, and Director and UNESCO representative to India, Shigeru Aoyagi, in the presence of the state tourism minister, AP Anil Kumar and Deputy Chairman of Kerala State Planning Board, KM Chandrasekhar. The MoU seeks to formalize a framework of cooperation in the areas of cultural heritage protection and promotion of spice tourism in the state. Aug 2, 2014
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Kashmir observes shutdown against Kausar Naag pilgrimage

Srinagar, Aug 02 (ANI): Shops remained closed and vehicles were off the road in Srinagar city on Saturday, as separatist leader Syed Ali Geelani gave a call for complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir to protest declaration of Hindu pilgrimage to a revered temple. Security personnel were patrolling the streets to prevent any untoward incident. Geelani, chairman of the Hurriyat Conference (G), claimed that the state government’s move to declare the ecologically-fragile Kausar Naag lake for annual pilgrimage would have disastrous consequences on the environment and water resources. He said the area was a very important source of drinking water for millions of people and also irrigates millions of acres of agricultural land. Kashmir is considered as one of the best tourism destinations in the country with the hospitality of the valley well-known that adds to the popularity of the tourism sector. Aug 2, 2014
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Celebrity News - 31/7/2014

Drew Barrymore released a statement following the death of her 47-year old half-sister, Jessica. “Although I only met her briefly, I wish her and her loved ones as much peace as possible and I'm so incredibly sorry for their loss." Alicia Keys and hubby Swizz Beats have announced that their 3-year old son will soon have a sibling. The Grammy-winning couple shared the happy pregnancy news on the same day they celebrated four years of marriage. LOS ANGELES Kristen Bell, who’s expecting her second child, lit up the Lexus Short Films red carpet in Los Angeles. The Frozen star wore an elegant sleeveless dress accessorized with a dazzling clutch purse. In New York City, James Franco looked dapper at the premiere of his new project, Child of God. Songstress Lana Del Rey was among the celebs who turned out to support Franco, who also wrote and directed the film. That’s the scoop. We’ll be back tomorrow with more celebrity news and sightings. Aug 2, 2014
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Couture for the Modern Age Bride

Designer John makes his debut at the Chennai International Fashion Week with a spectacular showing of bridal garments. He works across the spectrum and is ready to dress up the traditional and contemporary bride. Here’s a glimpse. Aug 2, 2014
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Liberty for the Contemporary Indian

The contemporary Indian woman is not short of choices, in fact is spoilt for it. And designer Ritika Mirchandani just adds to it. Her latest design showcase titled ‘Liberty’ is aimed at the modern Indian woman. And what makes this collection appealing? Ritika has dexterously worked with contours, juxtaposed structure and flow, and not to [...] Aug 2, 2014
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Boat owners hope for tourism boom as cleaning up of Nagin Lake begins

Srinagar, Aug 02 (ANI): State authorities in Jammu and Kashmir launched a drive to clean the picturesque Nagin Lake in a bid to attract more tourists. Tourists from different parts and ethnicities are seen enjoying Shikara boat rides and staying in house boats in the lake. Labourers were employed to undertake the cleaning drive of the lake, the beauty of which has been marred by the filth floating on the water and moss and weed growing inside it. House boat and Shikara owners hailed the step by the authorities as this would help to boost their tourism-driven businessThe initiative was taken up by the Lakes and Waterways Development Authority (LAWDA), which plans to restore the lake through a traditional cleaning process. The drive conducted annually in the lake polluted by increasing encroachments in the valley, will continue till the entire water body is cleaned up. Aug 2, 2014
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The perils of the Mezcal boom

Mezcal, a lesser known Mexican spirit than Tequila, is experiencing an unprecedented rise in popularity both at home and abroad. The boom, however, is only favouring producers big enough to capitalize on the luxury export market. Duration: 02:17 Aug 2, 2014
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