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It happens: Carnival Festival

Goa, March 7 (ANI): Tourists from India and across the world thronged western Goa province and took part in four-day carnival, which saw a blend of food, music and dance. The 'Viva Carnival 2014', which was celebrated till March 04, began on a colourful note during which people danced to traditional tunes. The carnival was declared open by 'King Momo' and led the float parade through the streets of Panjim city amid huge crowds. People in the parade got a glimpse of Goan culture and tradition and were spellbound by float parade, accompanied by dance performances and fashion shows. Large tableaux with numerous floats that depicted environment, music, culture, traditions of Goa saw young and old, enjoying themselves and having a fun filled experience by dancing to the pulsating beats from Goan bands. Mar 7, 2014
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It happens: Book Exhibition

Srinagar, March 7 (ANI): At a time when the internet seems the easy way out in the gathering of information and knowledge, the book exhibition organised by the Directorate of School Education in Srinagar city of India's northern Jammu and Kashmir appeared a welcome step towards inculcating the passion of reading classics among people of all age groups. The exhibition showcased a blend of modern with the ancient and included a wide range of books on history, geography, culture, tradition, ancient and contemporary literature, science and technology, Islam, Sufism and heritage of the state. Youngsters at the exhibition felt the need of more of such fairs in order to get a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the state which has intrigued people all over. At a time when the internet, a repository of information on the web, has given books a stiff competition, such an exhibition in a bid to inculcate the habit of reading among the young generation is a welcome step. Mar 7, 2014
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N Kiran Kumar Reddy announces new political party

Hyderabad, March 07 (ANI): Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N Kiran Kumar Reddy announced that he will launch a new political party in protest of bifurcation of the state. The name of the party, symbol and agenda will be revealed at a public meeting to be held in Rajahmundry city on March 12. He said that the Congress and the BJP, which supported the split, violated conventions and procedures in parliament. Mar 7, 2014

Telangana: Meet the Kith and Kin of KCR who are His Real Strength

Kalvakuntla Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), who has been consistently in the headlines after the Centre announced statehood to Telangana, has been supported well by three young politicians, who are his kith and kin. They are his son KT Rama Rao, 38, daughter K Kavita, 35, and nephew T Harish Rao, 40. Mar 4, 2014