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Congress politicizing ceasefire violations unfortunate: Venkaiah Naidu

New Delhi, Oct 09 (ANI): Union Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday slammed the Congress for politicizing ceasefire violations by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir. Talking to mediapersons in New Delhi, he said that the Congress is expected to respond in a mature manner and is very unfortunate that the issue is politicized. He also attacked Pakistan by saying that the neighbouring country is trying to divert people’s attention from fast development initiatives that Modi Government has taken. Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue of ceasefire violations by Pakistan questioning his silence even as it wondered why the government was running with a ‘part- time’ Defence Minister. Oct 9, 2014
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Ceasefire Violation: Jawans replying to Pak, Modi doesn't need to, says Rajnath

New Delhi, Oct 09 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is monitoring border situation very closely and assured that the government will not let the nation down. Talking to mediapersons in New Delhi, he said that the BSF is giving befitting reply to Pakistan's ceasefire violation. Modi does not need to reply to the events that are taking place on the International Border and LoC, Army is giving reply. Intermittent firing exchanges between the Border Security Force and Pakistan Rangers are still going on at some places on the border Oct 9, 2014
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Rajnath Singh greets IAF personnel on their 82nd anniversary

New Delhi, Oct 08 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has today conveyed his greetings on the 82nd anniversary of Indian Air Force saying that IAF is one of the finest in the world. Rajnath Singh said, "Today I salute our brave Air Force personnel who always lead by example. The IAF is one of the finest in the world." "IAF is not only known for its combat capabilities but also for its active role in humanitarian operations in times of crisis and disaster,' he added. Oct 8, 2014
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CBI says no foul play in Gopinath Munde's death

New Delhi, Oct 8 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has reportedly ruled out any foul play in the death of former Union Rural Development Minister Gopinath Munde. The CBI was given the responsibility of probing the reasons behind the death of Munde following demands made by a number of senior BJP leaders who had suspected foul play in the accident. Munde died on June 3 this year after his car was hit by another vehicle in Delhi while he was on his way to the Indira Gandhi International Airport to take a flight to Mumbai. Union Health Minister Harshvardhan had then said that Munde had died of injuries to his cervical spine and liver. Oct 8, 2014
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African Union forces take Somali key port from Shebab

Somali military commanders celebrated the capture of the last major port held by Islamist Shebab insurgents as the government secured control of the town for the first time in over two decades. Duration: 01:06 Oct 7, 2014
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Indian Air Force pledges for clean India on Oct 02

New Delhi/ Bhiwandi, Oct 02 (ANI): As Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' early on Thursday, Indian Air Force too came forward to take part in the campaign. IAF Chief Arup Raha too participated in the mission and took pledge to maintain cleanliness and also to encourage others to do the same. As a part of the "Swachh Bharat Abhiyan", many national airports have also undertook a special cleaning drive. Meanwhile, Union Rural Development Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday announced a grant of Rs. 20 lakhs per annum for each village panchayat for realising the Clean India Mission objective. Addressing media here after administering a pledge to the staff of his ministry, Gadkari said the amount will be kept with Gram Panchayat which will be distributed as per the requirement in the villages. Oct 2, 2014
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PM Modi officially flags off 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday officially launched the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan ' in New Delhi at Rajpath. Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari along with Union Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu were also present on this occasion. Earlier Prime Minister Modi visited Valmiki Basti where he wielded the broom and interacted with the 'Safai Karamcharis' present there. Cleanliness drive is on in Delhi and other parts of the country. Lakhs of Central government employees working across the country will take a pledge of cleanliness in various public functions being organized today. Oct 2, 2014
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PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his 145th birth anniversary on Thursday. Prime Minister paid floral tributes at Rajghat-the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi on the banks of the Yamuna river. Union Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu was also present on this occasion. A minute's silence was observed at the black stone memorial by Prime Minister Modi. Oct 2, 2014
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Violinist Joshua Bell applauded by DC this time around

World-renowned violinist Joshua Bell was famously ignored by commuters when he busked incognito on the Washington Metro in 2007 but on Tuesday he was publicly invited back to the city's Union Station, where he gave a free concert. Duration: 01:02 Oct 2, 2014
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PM Modi arrives in Delhi, celebrations fill BJP Headquarters

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday landed on Palam Technical Airport in New Delhi. After winding up his five-day maiden visit to the US and describing it "very successful and satisfactory", Modi returned to India and was welcomed by BJP leaders and Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan among others. Celebrations are seen all around as BJP supporters fired crackers in welcome of the PM while Modi waved to his supporters at the airport before heading to 7 RCR in his convoy. Meanwhile, celebrations are also on at the BJP Headquarters in welcome of the prime minister after his historic visit to US. Supporters and leaders shouted pro-Modi slogans, fired crackers even as festive mood engulfed the party headquarters. Oct 1, 2014
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BSE closes points 62.5 up on Oct 1

New Delhi, Oct 1 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 62.5 points down to stand at 26,567.99. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 19.25 points down to stand at 7,945.55. BERGER PAINTS INDIA LTD and SUZLON were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 5.52% and 4.94% along with BATA INDIA and SHRIRAM CITY UNION FINANCE LTD with an increase of 4.92% and 4.25% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include INFRATEL and SOBHA with a decrease of 5.43% and 3.46% along with MARUTI and MRF with a decrease of 3.34% and 3.27% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is down 27.03 points at 17,719.87 while the banking sector is down 76.89 points at 17,538.57 and the reality sector is down 10.03 points at 1,571.24. The Indian currency is up 0.06% at Rs 61.71 per dollar. Oct 1, 2014
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Politicos express grief on train accident near Gorakhpur

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Politicos on Wednesday expressed profound grief over the train accident near Gorakhpur. At least 14 people have died and 45 have been left seriously injured, after the Krishak Express hit the Lucknow-Barauni Express near Gorakhpur late on Tuesday night. Union Railway Minister DV Sadananda Gowda announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of those who died in the tragedy, Rs 1 lakh each to those grievously injured and Rs 20,000 each to those who sustained less serious injuries. Oct 1, 2014
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Train collision near Gorakhpur: Loco pilot suspended, Rail Minister announces compensation

New Delhi, Oct 1 (ANI): Two speeding passenger trains collided near Gorakhpur, killing 14 people and injuring 45 others late Tuesday night. Union Railway Minister DV Sadananda Gowda, meanwhile, expressed profound grief over the loss of innocent lives in the accident and announced compensation for the victims. Gowda announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of those who died in the tragedy, Rs 1 lakh each to those grievously injured and Rs 20,000 each to those who sustained less serious injuries. The Krishak Express on Tuesday night hit Barauni-bound express train from Lucknow. Three coaches of Barauni Express were badly damaged in the collision. Oct 1, 2014
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