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WATCH LIVE: Rockstar Modi Wins NRI Hearts at Madison Square Garden; Promises Visa Help, Calls for Support

Modi assures NRIs, PIOs of solving their visa problems, calls for their participation in India's progress

Sep 28, 2014

PM Modi pays tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh on his birth anniversary

New Delhi, Sep 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh on his 107th birth anniversary."On his birth anniversary, I bow to the proud son of India, Shaheed Bhagat Singh. His undying patriotism and courage continue to inspire," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh was born to Sardar Kishan Singh and Vidyavati on this day in 1907. Nicknamed as "Bhaganwala" by his elders, meaning the 'lucky one', the great martyr lived up to his name by playing an unforgettable role in the country's freedom struggle.

Sep 28, 2014

Alton Alexander Nolen, 30, is seen in a picture from the Oklahoma Department of Corrections taken March 25, 2013. Police said Nolen had been fired from the Vaughan Foods processing plant in a suburb of Oklahoma City September 25, 2014 before he entered a

Oklahoma Beheading: Suspect Celebrated ISIS on Facebook, Tried to Convert Co-Workers to Islam

FBI is investing the Oklahoma beheading suspect's recent conversion to Islam and his alleged references to terrorism on Facebook.

Sep 27, 2014

Ravi Shankar Prasad sweeps his office premises taking part in Clean India Mission

New Delhi, Sep 26 (ANI): Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Friday swept his department premises along with his officers in New Delhi as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi pet project 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' (Clean India Mission). The NDA Government pledges to completely clean India by October 2019, coinciding with 150th birth anniversary of freedom fighter and peace icon Mahatma Gandhi. As a part of its ambitious plan, the Modi government will spend nearly rupees 2000 billion in five years. Prasad said the government was committed to the mission and proposed to clean railway station in Patna on October 02. Clean India Mission aims to create a clean India by 2019 by eliminating the unhealthy practice of open defecation.

Sep 26, 2014

Homophobia? Russian Court Upholds Law Banning 'Gay Propaganda'

Russia's Constitutional Court on Thursday upheld a law that bans the promotion of 'gay propaganda'.

Sep 26, 2014

Railway Minister Sadananda Gowda to participate in railway cleaning drive

Railway Minister Sadananda Gowda said on Thursday, a special cleanliness drive will be carried out in all railway stations across the country on October 02, the birth anniversary of iconic freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi. Indian cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on September 24 given nod to clean India mission ‘Swachch Bharat', which will be operative for five years. Gowda, while addressing a news conference in New Delhi, said the ministers are welcome to visit any railway station on that day. He also invited railway employees to voluntarily participate in this gigantic programme. Clean India Mission will be launched on October 02 with an aim to create a clean India by 2019 by eliminating the unhealthy practice of open defecation.

Sep 25, 2014

'Vellimoonga' Review Roundup: Gets a Clean Entertainer Tag from Critics

"Vellimoonga" is debut directorial venture of Jibu Jacob, who used to be a cinematographer.

Sep 25, 2014

Radical Muslim cleric Abu Qatada speaks to the media after his release from prison near Amman September 24, 2014.

Radical Cleric Abu Qatada Walks Free after being Cleared of Jordan Terror Plot

Despite his freedom, CIA, MI5 and even the Jordanians will monitor the controversial leader, described by a British High Court as a "truly dangerous individual".

Sep 24, 2014

It's Official: Mahindra G101 110cc Scooter Christened Gusto, Launch on 29 September; Price, Feature Details

Mahindra two-wheeler's has confirmed the launch of its highly awaited 110 cc segment scooter in India on 29 September and the company has also revealed that the scooter will be called Gusto.

Sep 24, 2014

TV Reporter Quits Live On-Air, Demands to Legalise Marijuana in Alaska [VIDEOS]

A TV reporter quitted her job live on-air on Sunday after revealing that she is the owner of Alaska Cannabis Club

Sep 23, 2014

Is Dalai Lama Going Soft on Jinping? Calls Him First Chinese President to Value Buddhism

Last week, the Dalai Lama had said Xi Jinping was 'open-minded' and 'realistic'.

Sep 23, 2014

Emma Watson's UN Speech 'If Not Me, Who' on Gender Inequality Goes Viral [VIDEO, FULL TEXT]

The Harry Potter actress,who launched her new initiative, "HeForShe" wants men and boys around world to join the movement for gender equality.

Sep 22, 2014

Ranjith Withdraws 'Njan' from IFFK; Jury Calls Decision 'Foolish'

The director withdrew the film as it was not included in the International Competition section.

Sep 22, 2014

Tibetans stage protest against Chinese President Xi Jinping outside Hotel Taj Palace in Delhi

New Delhi, Sep 19 (ANI): Scores of Tibetans staged a protest Friday morning outside Hotel Taj Palace where Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife are staying. Protesters carrying placards that read "Freedom is my birth right", "Freedom of Tibet, Security of India" raised anti-China slogans. They shouted slogans like "We want freedom" as police tried to cordon them off from the area. Some Tibetans also tried to enter the premises of the hotel, but police managed to prevent them from doing so. Security has been tightened around the hotel.

Sep 19, 2014

Scottish Independence: 'The Simpsons' Groundskeeper Willie's Speech on Referendum [VIDEO]

In the clip, Groundskeeper Willie is shown explaining various aspects of Scottish Independence.