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Fresh spell of snowfall elates tourists in Shimla

Shimla, Jan 14 (ANI): Fresh spell of snowfall on Wednesday in Shimla turned the region into a picturesque panorama, pleasing the residents and bringing much delight to tourists. The adjoining tourist spots like Kufri, Narkanda, Kharapathar, Manali, Sangla, Pangi, Rohthang, Kelong and other high hills received 6 to 15 centimetres of fresh snowfall within last five hours. Locals, hoteliers and businessmen are happy as fresh snowfall is likely to boost tourism in the region. The temperature in various hilly regions plummeted to zero and minus levels. In Kelong area of Himachal Pradesh, the temperature dipped to minus nine degree Celsius and in Shimla it has come down to 3 degree Celsius. During winters, holidaying crowd from the plains of India and other parts of the country prefer to throng northern states of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir to experience snowfall. Jan 14, 2015

Delhi BJP Councillor caught on camera slapping MCD Junior Engineer

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): BJP's Delhi Councillor from Ward Number 188 Neeraj Gupta has invited trouble for the BJP in the poll bound national capital as he was caught slapping a MCD Junior Engineer. The BJP Councillor from Sangam Vihar East area slapped the Junior Engineer after a tiff over an unauthorised construction in the area. The Engineer had reportedly come to put a stop to unauthorized construction in the area. Meanwhile, BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that no person or any public figure should slap anybody. Delhi is scheduled to go to polls on February 07 and the BJP is engaged in a pitched battle with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress. Jan 14, 2015
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar

Recommended that very senior positions should not be on contract, there is no controversy: Parrikar

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Wednesday said that former DRDO Chief Avinash Chander's tenure had finished in November and Chander was on contract for the next three years. Parrikar said he had recommended that such a senior position cannot be held by a person on contract. He further stated that no new name has yet been decided as Chander's successor. Meanwhile, Indian Navy Chief Admiral RK Dhowan said that removal of DRDO chief was government's decision. The government has removed Defence Research and Development Organization Director General Avinash Chander from his post, 15 months before his contract was to end. Jan 14, 2015
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Vikaspuris church vandalised by unknown miscreants

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): A church in west Delhi's Vikaspuri area was vandalised by unknown miscreants early on Wednesday morning, officials said. The incident came to light when officials of Our Lady of Graces church noticed broken shards of glass and statues inside the premises and informed the police. The entire incident was captured on CCTV cameras installed in the church and the footage show two men approaching the church at 4:19 AM. Police officials rushed to spot and are currently scrutinizing the CCTV footage for more details. Jan 14, 2015
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PM Modi attends 'Chuda Dahi Bhoj' at Paswan's residence on Makar Sankranti

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday attended a 'Chuda Dahi Bhoj' at the residence of Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. The Prime Minister greeted Paswan, his family members, and a large number of people who had gathered for the occasion. Meanwhile, earlier in the day Hindu devotees converged on the banks of holy River Ganges to take holy dip to mark harvest festival, ‘Makar Sankranti’. Jan 14, 2015
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Huma Qureshi unveils Cineblitzs latest cover

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): Bollywood diva Huma Qureshi, who is on the cover page of Cineblitz magazine’s latest issue, unveiled it in India’s showbiz capital Mumbai recently. Good going Huma!!! Jan 14, 2015
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Deepika Feels Katrina Should Marry Ranbir This Year!

The latest gossip surrounding Deepika and her cold war with Katrina Kaif is that apparently there is no cold war! A news piece had emerged yesterday about how Deepika had advised Katrina not to marry Ranbir Kapoor. Turns out, Deepika had suggested the exact opposite. Check out the video for the full scoop! Jan 14, 2015

John Abraham & His Biker Beauties!

After taking a break in 2014, John Abraham will be seen in the upcoming Bollywood movies 'Welcome Back' and 'Hera Pheri 3'. The Bollywood hunk has long standing association with motorcycle giants Yamaha. He was here spotted at the launch of their new calendar. For more info watch this video. Jan 14, 2015

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan begins her comeback journey with 'Jazbaa'

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): Aishwarya Rai Bacchan who is all set to begin her bollywood comeback journey with Sanjay Gupta's 'Jazbaa' met the entire team at a script reading session held in Mumbai recently. Talking about the film director Sanjay Gupta said it's going to be a very entertaining and thrilling film. The film also stars actors like Shabana Azmi, Irrfan and Anupam Kapoor among others. 'Jazbaa' is said to be the remake of the South Korean film 'Seven Days'. Jan 14, 2015

Congress leadership accepts Ajay Maken as party face for Delhi polls

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Congress leaders on Wednesday should confidence in Ajay Maken as the face of party for the 2015 Delhi Assembly Polls. The Congress high command had on Tuesday, named party general secretary Ajay Maken as the head of party's 101-member campaign committee for the upcoming Assembly elections. Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit welcomed the decision and said that she will participate in the campaigning but had informed about not contesting the polls beforehand only. Abhishek Manu Singhvi and JP Agarwal also said that Maken will come out strong and will prove beneficial for Congress at the polls. Jan 14, 2015
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Pope set for huge welcome in Philippines

Pope Francis’ second visit to Asia takes in the Philippines, a stronghold of Christianity in the region, where he is set to attract one of the biggest gatherings ever for a head of the Catholic Church. Duration: 02:17 Jan 14, 2015
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Excited & Ready For 'Jazbaa'

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been away from the silver screen for a long time. The Bollywood beauty will make her comeback with the movie 'Jazbaa' which is directed by Sanjay Gupta and produced by Sachiin J Joshi. Sanjay Gupta, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sachiin J Joshi and Irrfan Khan were here present talking about the movie. For more info watch this video. Jan 14, 2015
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Devotees take holy dip in River Ganges to mark 'Makar Sankranti'

Varanasi/ Allahabad/ Haridwar, Jan 14 (ANI): Devout Hindus in India converged on the banks of holy River Ganges on Wednesday to take holy dip to mark harvest festival, ‘Makar Sankranti’. The festival marks the arrival of spring. Large number of devotees gathered in Allahabad and Varanasi cities of Uttar Pradesh to take a dip in River Ganges. The pilgrims camp by the riverside and in the evening they decorate the entire riverbank with earthen oil lamps. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended best wishes on the occasion. He tweeted saying, “I convey my heartfelt greetings to our fellow countrymen & women on the various festivals across the Nation. The festive spirit across India is gladdening. It celebrates the diversity of India that we cherish & are extremely proud of.” Jan 14, 2015

Pope Francis gives Sri Lanka its first pope before huge crowd

Colombo, Jan 14 (ANI): Pope Francis gave Sri Lanka its first saint on Wednesday at a Mass for hundreds of thousands of people packed on a Colombo oceanfront, in a climax to a 300-year campaign to recognize the holiness of Indian-born missionary Joseph Vaz. Vaz, who was captured as a suspected spy after he crept into the tropical island in disguise was born in 1651 in Goa. He traveled south at the age of 36, dressed as a beggar, to a country then divided into kingdoms after hearing about the persecution of Catholics by the Dutch, and worked for years under the protection of a Buddhist king. Meanwhile, Pope Francis touched upon the need for religious freedom at the mass. Francis, speaking slowly in English, said Christians should follow the example of Vaz to build peace, justice and reconciliation in Sri Lanka. Jan 14, 2015

SC grants 3 months extension to Italian marine Massimiliano Latorre

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday extended, by another three months, stay in Italy of Massimiliano Latorre, one of the two Italian marines accused of killing Indian fishermen in 2012. The court allowed his application for extension of stay on medical grounds. Jan 14, 2015

Celebrity News - 13/1/2015

LOS ANGELES A-listers were everywhere at the 4th Annual Sean Penn & Friends HELP HAITI HOME Gala. Penn stood for photographers with fellow Oscar winner & current squeeze Charlize Theron as the organization raised six million dollars at the event. Stars attending included Reese Witherspoon, Ben Stiller, Salma Hayek, President Bill Clinton, Adrien Brody and recent parents Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis. Penn spoke about how visiting Haiti helped spur him into action. 0:23: Sean Penn: Once getting to…there. :0:40 Stars came out to sip tea and raise money at the 2015 BAFTA Los Angeles Tea Party. Those attending included recent Golden Globe winners and perhaps future Oscar nominees. Here’s a look at who was there. Montage Steve Carrell spoke about why he had to be at this event. 0:15: Steve Carrell: Well, it’s kind…up. :0:35 Celebs came to party at the West Coast Reveal Of The New 2016 Next Generation Chevrolet Volt. Paris Hilton stopped by in support of the eco-friendly car along with Tori Spelling and hubby Dean McDermott, Laura James, Kellan Lutz, ‘Glee’ alum Mark Salling and Lance Bass. That’s all for now. We’ll be back tomorrow with more celebrity news and sightings. Jan 14, 2015

Nokia N1

Nokia has unveiled the N1 tablet. Take a look. Jan 14, 2015
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Black buck poaching case: SC quashes suspension of Salman Khan's conviction

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday quashed the Rajasthan high court order which stayed actor Salman Khan's conviction in the blackbuck poaching case. The apex court asked the HC to decide Khan's plea afresh in which the trial court had sentenced him to five-year jail term. The SC also said that the actor can approach the HC if he really needs to travel abroad. Jan 14, 2015
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