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First International water birds census begins in Kashmir

Srinagar, Jan 21 (ANI): An international water birds census began in all wetlands of Jammu and Kashmir. The wildlife department began counting of water birds, in a bid to attract tourism as well. The census is being organised for the first time in the valley to know the count of migratory birds. Kashmir, which is famous for its natural beauty and water bodies, attract thousands of migratory birds. A team was formed for the work, which used special binoculars and other gadgets. Meanwhile, wildlife warden of Hokersar wetland, Imtiyaz Ahmad Lone, said that the census will be carried out with the help of volunteers. Lone said that this was a chance to popularize the wetlands in the valley and the census would help create interest among people and attract bird lovers to the wetlands. More than 500, 000 migratory birds are in Hokersar wetland. Jan 21, 2015

Devotees take holy dip in sacred River Ganges on 'Mauni Amavasya'

Allahabad/ Varanasi, Jan 20 (ANI): Thousands of devout Hindus on Tuesday gathered at the confluence of sacred River Ganges in Uttar Pradesh and took silent holy dip on the occasion of No Moon Day, or 'Mauni Amavasya'. The auspicious day is celebrated every year as a spiritual ritual in the month of January or February on No Moon day as per the traditional Hindu calendar. Devotees thronged the banks of River Ganges early morning for ritual bath to wash away their sins and sought salvation. This day marks the end of a month - long period of silence, a priest Hiranand Pandey said. Meanwhile, braving the biting cold, Hindus converged at temple town of Varanasi and made religious offerings as well. It is believed that the water of the Ganges turns into nectar on Mauni Amavasya. It is derived from the word 'Muni' that literally means an ascetic who practices silence. Jan 20, 2015
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LG G4 Release Date: Reasons Why New Smartphone Should Work when Launched

LG G3 was no doubt one of the most beautiful smartphones released in 2014. It has the looks, build quality and good specifications, and its stupendous success has led to high expectations from its successor, the G4. It is expected to have several feature upgrades over its predecessor, giving gadget lovers a reason to grab it when it is launched. Jan 19, 2015
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Politicos react over Muzaffarpur Violence, CM orders probe

New Delhi, Jan 19 (ANI): Politicos reacted on Monday over the Muzaffarpur violence in which three people were killed in clashes which broke out in Azizpur area after a missing boy's dead body was found buried. At least 14 persons have been arrested in connection with the incident and Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi has ordered a high-level probe into the incident. BJP leader Sambit Patra said that the incident is very unfortunate. Congress leader PC Chacko slammed BJP for spreading communalism in the state. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said it is unfortunate that Muzzafarpur incident which was between two lovers, was given a communal direction Jan 19, 2015
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Celebrity News - 16/1/2015

The critics have spoken and ‘Boyhood’ as taken the top spot at the 20th Annual Critics' Choice Awards. The coming of age drama won best picture along with awards for its stars Patricia Arquette, Ellar Coltrane & director Richard Linklater. Other recent Oscar nominees attending included Michael Keaton, Julianne Moore, Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones, Rosamund Pike, Ethan Hawke, Marion Cotillard & Kiera Knightly. One potentially awkward moment was avoided when Brad Pitt’s current wife, Angelina Jolie was on the same red carpet with his ex, Jennifer Aniston. Let’s take a look at other celebs attending. Montage NEW YORK It was a Honeymoon in New York with the Broadway opening of ‘Honeymoon In Vegas’. The 90’s Nicolas Cage comedy has been turned into a musical and stars wanting to see the results included Bette Midler, Marilu Henner, Christopher Lloyd, Zachary Levi, Judith Light, Rhea Pearlman & Danny DeVito. Also in the Big Apple, Kristen Stewart was on the set of the ‘Today’ show to promote her latest along with Olivia Munn who made sure not to forget her puppy. Angela Bassett visited SiriusXM to promote her directing effort, the bio-pic ‘Whitney’ and Marisa Tomei & Amanda Peet made quick entrances into ‘The View’. That’s all for now. We’ll be back next week with more celebrity n Jan 17, 2015