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Two suspected Pakistan-based militants sent to police custody in New Delhi

New Delhi, Aug 3 (ANI): Authorities produced two suspected operatives of Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) before the court in New Delhi and were remanded to police custody till August 12. Delhi police had arrested suspected LeT operatives Abdul Subhan and his aide Asahbuddin on July 20 for their alleged role in conspiring terror attacks in Delhi and other areas. They were produced before the court after their remand expired and Delhi police sought the extension of their custody. LeT is a Pakistan-based militant group accused of orchestrating attacks in India, including the 2008 Mumbai attack that killed 166 people. Aug 3, 2014
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It Happens: Nag Panchmi

Allahabad, August 2 (ANI): Devotees thronged temples, offered and poured milk on snakes to celebrate Hindu festival, ‘Nag Panchami’ to honour serpent god on Friday. Devout Hindus in Allahabad city of Uttar Pradesh flocked temples of Hindu Lord Shiva and offered milk, water, flowers and fruits to serpents as a unique expression of devotion on the auspicious occasion. The festival is believed to bring prosperity and happiness, eradicating evil and hardships from people’s lives. Snake charmers lined the streets and attracted devotees to offer milk to snakes. Followers of Lord Shiva in Madhya Pradesh province also celebrated the festival with religious pageantry. As per scriptures, Shiva sports a snake around his neck while Vishnu reclines on a hooded couch created by Shesha Naga. The festival also holds great importance for the snake charmer community. Aug 2, 2014
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It Happens: Kashmir Fair

Srinagar, August 2 (ANI): A visit to the circus fair on Wednesday (July 30) reminded Kashmiris in Srinagar city of their peaceful past when such mega events were the order of the day, which now have become mere memories with the shadow of militancy looming large over the picturesque state. The circus was organised by circus group based in Ludhiana in northwestern Punjab state. Based in the heart of Srinagar city for the past two months, it has talented jugglers performing acrobats and comic artists who make children roll with laughter. Kashmir last saw the circuses till the mid 80s when people thronged them in large numbers and now, after almost three decades, it returned to the valley to entertain and thrill the crowds. An exhibition-cum fair was also held on the sidelines of the circus where products from all over the country were displayed. Aug 2, 2014
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Women rights activists slam Shiv Sena over rape editorial

Bangalore/ New Delhi, Aug 2 (ANI): Women rights activists hit out at Shiv Sena on Saturday as it termed reporting of rape cases a new fashion in its mouthpiece the ___Saamna___. Referring to a recent rape allegation against a senior police officer in Mumbai, Saamna editorial questioned the trend of women allegedly filing false complaints of rape, asking, ___has it become a fashion to file rape charges and create a sensation?_ A model has filed a rape case against deputy inspector general (DIG) of Mumbai police, Sunil Paraskar. Congress Party sought Shiv Sena___s apology over the insensitive remark. Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief, Barkha Singh Shukla, also condemned the editorial. Aug 2, 2014
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SRK to host _Got Talent World Stage Live_

Mumbai, Aug 2 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is back on television as he is all set to host a new reality show _Got Talent World Stage Live_. This announcement was made in India_s showbiz capital Mumbai recently. The event will feature performances by ten Indian and International talents each. The event, to be telecast on Colors, will be held at Mumbai_s Andheri Sports Complex on 6th December 2014. Aug 2, 2014
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Sanjay Raut on Saamna article

Mumbai, Aug 02 (ANI): Shiv Sena Leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday gave clarifications over the "Saamna" article which it supported rape accused DIG Sunil Paraskar. Shiv Sena mouthpiece "Saamna" 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. Speaking to mediapersons in Mumbai, Raut said that Shiv Sena never supports people who don't respect women. He said the article says that the case should be investigated properly before coming to any conclusion. 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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Salman Khan at trailer launch of 'Roar - Tigers Of The Sunderbans'

Mumbai, August 1 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was spotted at the trailer launch of Kamal Sadanah's movie 'Roar - Tigers Of The Sunderbans' in India's showbiz capital Mumbai recently. Salman seemed very impressed with the trailer of the movie. 'Roar: Tigers Of The Sundarbans' gives a sneak peek into the world of the beautiful yet dangerous tigers of Sundarbans. The movie is slated to release on 19th September 2014. Aug 1, 2014
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Indian Woman Sheds Tears of Blood

Lakshaya Bais from Kota in Rajasthan was doing fine until she started bleeding from eyes and got unconscious in May this year. Aug 1, 2014
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Snooping not Acceptable, India Tells US

India on Thursday, 31 July, curtly told the visiting US Secretary of State John Kerry that it (India) would not accept US agencies' snooping on the country. Aug 1, 2014