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Situation worsening due to floods, assure all possible help: Omar Abdullah

Jammu, Sep 06 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that the state has never witnessed such a flood situation in the past 50 years which is worsening day by day. He said that the priority of the State government is to rescue the people and give them basic care and later think about their rehabilitation. Abdullah also said that he is not bothered about whether the Centre terms it as a 'natural calamity' or not as long as help comes for people. He also thanked the NDRF and Armed Forces for their rescue efforts and assured the people that the State government will leave no stone unturned to protect the people in flood-hit areas. Sep 6, 2014
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Abbott meets Modi, India and Australia seal nuclear deal

New Delhi, Sep 06 (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott on Friday met his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi in New Delhi and returned two antique statues ahead of delegation-level talks. In an apparent bid to remove an irritant between the two nations, Abbott handed over to Modi a statue of Lord Shiva, worth $5 million in the international market, that was illegally trafficked and a stone statue that had been displayed in an Australian gallery. Abbott also promised that Australia would never act as receiver of stolen goods. Later, Abbott sealed a civil nuclear deal to sell uranium to India in New Delhi, offering to ramp up supplies of energy to help the emerging Asian giant overcome chronic shortages. After holding formal talks with PM Modi, Abbott's government signed the deal to sell uranium for peaceful power generation. Sep 6, 2014
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Fabric Cocktail at Bangalore Style Week

Designer Mumtaz Khan is known for making eco-friendly garments stylish, but this time he takes a small de-tour from purely eco-friendly fabrics. He mixes the eco-friendly with pure fabrics like chiffon and georgette to craft flowy silhouettes. Mumtaz plays with minimal embroideries and stone work to highlight his cuts. The use of white highlights his [...] Sep 4, 2014
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Jewellery exhibition in Kashmir draws enthusiasts

Srinagar, Aug 30 (ANI): The department of handicraft and tourism along with a manufacturing jewellery and gem stone company organised a jewellery exhibition in Jammu and Kashmir to attract locals as well as tourists. Artists and craftsmen from different states of the country took part in the exhibition, which was organised at Nigeen Club in Srinagar. The exhibitors said Indian jewellery was famous everywhere and such events give a boost to tourism industry and also generate employment. Different varieties of jewellery pieces like necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc were being sold at reasonable prices. Aug 30, 2014
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After flag meet, Pak again violates ceasefire

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): A few hours after a flag meet took place between India and Pakistan’s Border Security forces, Pakistan again violated the ceasefire in Akhnoor district of Jammu and Kashmir. Congress leader Manish Tewari said that the government should take immediate steps to ensure peace along the border. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that the government should continue to hold talks with Pakistan and try to solve the situation peacefully. BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that the government is trying to ensure peace along the border and our army will leave no stone unturned to fight back and save the civilians. Aug 28, 2014