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At least 38 people died in plane crash in Iran

Tehran, Aug 10 (ANI): An Iranian passenger plane crashed on Sunday while taking off from an airport near the capital Tehran, killing at least 38 people onboard. According to state media, an Iran-140 Sepahan Air passenger plane bound for Tabas in northeast Iran with 48 passengers and crew on board crashed on a road near Tehran's Mehrabad airport. Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) said that eight or nine had survived and quoted a doctor as saying that one of the injured had regained consciousness. State television said 38 people died instantly and 10 were injured and were transferred to hospital in critical condition. Aug 10, 2014
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Narendra Modi celebrates Rakshabandhan

New Delhi, Aug 10 (ANI): PM Narendra Modi celebrated Rakshabandhan in the capital on Sunday. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Rakshabandhan, which is being celebrated across the country today. Social worker Sadhvi Rithambara and Minister of Minority Affairs Najma Heptulla tied rakhi to Modi. Aug 10, 2014
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Advani celebrates Rakshabandhan

New Delhi, Aug 10 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader LK Advani celebrated rakshabandhan at his residence in the capital here today. Earlier today, Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel tied rakhi to Gujarat Governor OP Kohli. The first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat also tied rakhis to specially-abled children in Gandhinagar. President Pranab Mukherjee and Vice President Hamid Ansari have also extended their wishes to the people of the country on the occasion of Rakshabandhan. Aug 10, 2014
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SRK promotes movie Mad About Dance

Mumbai, August 9 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was spotted promoting actor-director Saahil Prem’s movie ‘Mad About Dance’ in India’s showbiz capital Mumbai recently. He also showed off a few of his iconic steps on stage. He wished the team all the best for their ambitious venture and launched the 'Mad Wall Of Dreams'. This is a new app released by the team where users can share their dreams. Sounds good!!!! Aug 9, 2014
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US launches airstrikes on ISIS in Northern Iraq

Iraq, Aug 09 (ANI): US warplanes bombed Islamist fighters marching on Iraq's Kurdish capital after President Barack Obama said Washington must act to prevent "genocide" in the strife-torn nation. Islamic State fighters, who have beheaded and crucified captives in their drive to eradicate unbelievers, have advanced to Erbil. They have also seized control of Iraq's biggest dam, which could allow them to flood cities and cut off vital water and electricity supplies. A Pentagon spokesman said that two F/A-18 aircraft from an aircraft carrier in the Gulf had dropped laser-guided 500-pound bombs on a mobile artillery piece used by the fighters to shell Kurdish forces defending Erbil. Aug 9, 2014
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US launches airstrikes on ISIS in Northern Iraq

Iraq, Aug 09 (ANI): US warplanes bombed Islamist fighters marching on Iraq's Kurdish capital after President Barack Obama said Washington must act to prevent "genocide" in the strife-torn nation. Islamic State fighters, who have beheaded and crucified captives in their drive to eradicate unbelievers, have advanced to Erbil. They have also seized control of Iraq's biggest dam, which could allow them to flood cities and cut off vital water and electricity supplies. A Pentagon spokesman said that two F/A-18 aircraft from an aircraft carrier in the Gulf had dropped laser-guided 500-pound bombs on a mobile artillery piece used by the fighters to shell Kurdish forces defending Erbil. Aug 9, 2014
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BJP National Council meet to facilitate PM Modi & partys big win

New Delhi, Aug 09 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) first National Council meet after forming the government at the Centre is scheduled to start at 10.30 am on Saturday in the capital. The meet is being held to discuss party organization issues. BJP leaders Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi and Satish Upadhyaya welcomed the same and showed full enthusiasm towards the function. Naqvi said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president Amit Shah will address the meet. The session, to be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, will start with Amit Shah's ratification as new party chief and conclude with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address. Aug 9, 2014
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US Secretary of Defence Chuck Hagel receives guard of honour in India

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): US Secretary of Defence Chuck Hagel while on his three-day visit to India, received guard of honour at the South Block in Delhi. Hagel visited the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate and paid homage to martyrs who died fighting for the nation. Hagel arrived in India's national capital Thursday evening and his trip is aimed at boosting defence and strategic bilateral ties. Earlier, he met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj before she left on a four-day visit to Myanmar. Aug 8, 2014
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Tarun Tahiliani raises the curtain of IBFW14

New Delhi, August 8 (ANI): : Renowned fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani with his opulent Mughal-themed wedding collection raised the curtain on the four-day long ‘BMW India Bridal Fashion Week 2014’ in India’s fashion capital, New Delhi recently. Aptly titled `Modern Mughals`, the line was a mélange of Indian craftsmanship perfected over generations with the fit, finish and functionality of western dressing. He broke convention by opening the show with his black bridal ensemble. At the event, he gave styling tips for all the would-be brides. Well….it was a great start to this much-talked fashion week!!! Aug 8, 2014