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UP IAS officer 'takes pledge' to erect Ram Mandir at Ayodhya!
- February 03, 2018
Surya Kumar Shukla took the oath for the construction of Ram Temple, the Indian Police Service Association declared its disassociation from the act of the police officer. UP Home Guard DG S.K. Shukla claims he was trying to "facilitate a consensus among Hindu and Muslim communities over the issue of the Ram temple". The video of it went viral on Friday. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Surya Kumar Shukla took the oath for the construction of Ram Temple, the Indian Police Service Association declared its disassociation from the act of the police officer. UP Home Guard DG S.K. Shukla claims he was trying to "facilitate a consensus among Hindu and Muslim communities over the issue of the Ram temple". The video of it went viral on Friday. (more...)
Model accuses Mohamed Hadid of rape
- February 03, 2018
Guess co-founder Paul Marciano has been dragged into a new claim involving his friend Mohamed Hadid . and this accuser claims Hadid date raped her. The model claimed she was plied with champagne and raped in an apartment after meeting the millionaire. Marciano also spoke to TMZ about Upton's claims and alleges the model made the sexual harassment accusations up after she was dumped by GUESS for turning up to a photoshoot "looking awful". (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Guess co-founder Paul Marciano has been dragged into a new claim involving his friend Mohamed Hadid . and this accuser claims Hadid date raped her. The model claimed she was plied with champagne and raped in an apartment after meeting the millionaire. Marciano also spoke to TMZ about Upton's claims and alleges the model made the sexual harassment accusations up after she was dumped by GUESS for turning up to a photoshoot "looking awful". (more...)
Migrants Feared Dead In Boat Mishap Off Coast Of Libya
- February 03, 2018
The survivors, two Pakistanis and one Libyan, talked of around 90 people who likely drowned in the incident. Survivors told aid workers that most of the migrants onboard were from Pakistan , who formed a growing group heading to Italy, an IOM spokeswoman said. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The survivors, two Pakistanis and one Libyan, talked of around 90 people who likely drowned in the incident. Survivors told aid workers that most of the migrants onboard were from Pakistan , who formed a growing group heading to Italy, an IOM spokeswoman said. (more...)
Angry mob torches buses after bus runs over two
- February 03, 2018
The local people alleged that the bus jumped a traffic signal and hit the two men - Biswajit Bhuiyan and Sanjay Banik, both first-year college students - who live in a locality close to the accident site, PTI reported. The road connecting IT sector of Salt Lake with the city was also closed for traffic movement for hours. Local Trinamool Congress MLA said he has spoken to the locals and will adress their problems soon. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The local people alleged that the bus jumped a traffic signal and hit the two men - Biswajit Bhuiyan and Sanjay Banik, both first-year college students - who live in a locality close to the accident site, PTI reported. The road connecting IT sector of Salt Lake with the city was also closed for traffic movement for hours. Local Trinamool Congress MLA said he has spoken to the locals and will adress their problems soon. (more...)
Modi's 25 mantras for success in exams
- February 03, 2018
The book publisher Penguin Random House (PRH) released Exam Warriors' cover on social media on Friday. Ms. Swaraj was speaking here on the occasion of the launch of a book, Exam Warriors , written by Prime Minister Narendra Modi . The tone and tenor of the book is informal and conversative, the publishers say, in order to keep the students engaged. It shows PM Modi waving a flag with the colours of the national flag while a bunch of children and a pet play in the foreground. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The book publisher Penguin Random House (PRH) released Exam Warriors' cover on social media on Friday. Ms. Swaraj was speaking here on the occasion of the launch of a book, Exam Warriors , written by Prime Minister Narendra Modi . The tone and tenor of the book is informal and conversative, the publishers say, in order to keep the students engaged. It shows PM Modi waving a flag with the colours of the national flag while a bunch of children and a pet play in the foreground. (more...)
Upset Over Budget, Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu Calls Party Meet
- February 03, 2018
Announcements on the proposed new railway zone, with its headquarters in Visakhapatnam , and the construction of a second major port in the state at Dugarajapatnam in Nellore district were widely expected. Union minister and party leader YS Chowdhary said the "people and the party" were disappointed with the Budget. TDP will discuss their next course of action in the meeting. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Announcements on the proposed new railway zone, with its headquarters in Visakhapatnam , and the construction of a second major port in the state at Dugarajapatnam in Nellore district were widely expected. Union minister and party leader YS Chowdhary said the "people and the party" were disappointed with the Budget. TDP will discuss their next course of action in the meeting. (more...)
Swat: 11 Pakistan Army soldiers including officer embrace martyrdom, 13 injured
- February 03, 2018
The attacker targeted an army unit's sports area in the Kabal area of the Swat Valley, the military's media wing said in a statement. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi called the incident "a cowardly attack" and pledged to root out "the last trace" of terrorism in Pakistan . (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The attacker targeted an army unit's sports area in the Kabal area of the Swat Valley, the military's media wing said in a statement. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi called the incident "a cowardly attack" and pledged to root out "the last trace" of terrorism in Pakistan . (more...)
Syrian rebels shoot down Russian plane, pilot dead: Monitor
- February 03, 2018
On Friday, Syrian government warplanes launched multiple air strikes on rebel-held areas across Syria in a bid to take control from opposition forces. The Russian Defense Ministry stated that the pilot managed to eject from the aircraft and survive, but was killed during a subsequent battle with terrorists. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
On Friday, Syrian government warplanes launched multiple air strikes on rebel-held areas across Syria in a bid to take control from opposition forces. The Russian Defense Ministry stated that the pilot managed to eject from the aircraft and survive, but was killed during a subsequent battle with terrorists. (more...)
Top Career Diplomat At US State Department Stepping Down
- February 03, 2018
Thomas Shannon will retire as undersecretary of state for political affairs, after 35 years in which he served as an ambassador, an acting assistant secretary of state and, for two weeks last year, acting secretary of state. Although reports point that Shannon's retirement was expected, it follows an ongoing reshuffling of senior Foreign Service officers, where low morale has continued to hit Foggy Bottom. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Thomas Shannon will retire as undersecretary of state for political affairs, after 35 years in which he served as an ambassador, an acting assistant secretary of state and, for two weeks last year, acting secretary of state. Although reports point that Shannon's retirement was expected, it follows an ongoing reshuffling of senior Foreign Service officers, where low morale has continued to hit Foggy Bottom. (more...)
The Democrats' Extreme Rhetoric on Immigration
- February 03, 2018
In the Senate, where GOP leaders will need Democratic votes to advance any immigration bill, there has been more appetite for a compromise bill. The plan would need 60 votes to pass the Senate, meaning the White House must find support from Democrats, and members of both parties have said they are confident a resolution is forthcoming. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
In the Senate, where GOP leaders will need Democratic votes to advance any immigration bill, there has been more appetite for a compromise bill. The plan would need 60 votes to pass the Senate, meaning the White House must find support from Democrats, and members of both parties have said they are confident a resolution is forthcoming. (more...)
Nick Kyrgios helps Australia draw even with Germany in Cup play
- February 03, 2018
Australia captain Lleyton Hewitt had thrust the 18-year-old de Minaur into a maiden Davis Cup appearance against his more fancied opponent Zverev, however he showed he has a taste for the high-pressure environment in the 7-5, 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) defeat. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Australia captain Lleyton Hewitt had thrust the 18-year-old de Minaur into a maiden Davis Cup appearance against his more fancied opponent Zverev, however he showed he has a taste for the high-pressure environment in the 7-5, 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) defeat. (more...)
Restrictions imposed in parts of Kashmir to thwart protests
- February 03, 2018
Police said restrictions under section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been imposed in Rainawari, Nowhatta, M.R.Gunj, Safakadal, Khanyar, Maisuma and Kralkhud in Srinagar . However, a police party deployed outside detained the Mirwaiz and lodged him at Nigeen police station. Mirwaiz said that armed forces were given "absolute power to kill at will" in Kashmir. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Police said restrictions under section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been imposed in Rainawari, Nowhatta, M.R.Gunj, Safakadal, Khanyar, Maisuma and Kralkhud in Srinagar . However, a police party deployed outside detained the Mirwaiz and lodged him at Nigeen police station. Mirwaiz said that armed forces were given "absolute power to kill at will" in Kashmir. (more...)
Donald Trump Vindicated by Memo: Calls Russia Investigation an 'American Disgrace'
- February 03, 2018
Past year one of Trump's aides pleaded guilty to charges of lying to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, while his former campaign manager, Paul Manafort, has also been charged in relation to the probe, led by special counsel Robert Mueller. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Past year one of Trump's aides pleaded guilty to charges of lying to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, while his former campaign manager, Paul Manafort, has also been charged in relation to the probe, led by special counsel Robert Mueller. (more...)
Noted Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan charged with rape in France
- February 03, 2018
Another woman, referred to as "Christelle", accused the academic of raping and violently assaulting her in a hotel room in the south-eastern city of Lyon in 2009. The woman, who has been given the pseudonym "Christelle", detailed the alleged assault in front of an investigative judge for over three hours earlier this week in Paris, Le Monde and AFP reported. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Another woman, referred to as "Christelle", accused the academic of raping and violently assaulting her in a hotel room in the south-eastern city of Lyon in 2009. The woman, who has been given the pseudonym "Christelle", detailed the alleged assault in front of an investigative judge for over three hours earlier this week in Paris, Le Monde and AFP reported. (more...)
Not withdrawing 'Padmaavat' protests, BJP will pay: Karni Sena chief
- February 03, 2018
In January 2017, Sanjay Leela Bhansali was shooting for the film then called " Padmavati " at Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur , the director was physically assaulted by members of Karni Sena. She is said to have committed jauhar , the medieval practice in which female royals walked into funeral fires to embrace death over the dishonour of being taken captive, after Allauddin Khilji, the Delhi emperor, captures Mewar's capital Chittorgarh. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
In January 2017, Sanjay Leela Bhansali was shooting for the film then called " Padmavati " at Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur , the director was physically assaulted by members of Karni Sena. She is said to have committed jauhar , the medieval practice in which female royals walked into funeral fires to embrace death over the dishonour of being taken captive, after Allauddin Khilji, the Delhi emperor, captures Mewar's capital Chittorgarh. (more...)
Airbnb IPO Release Date Delayed After CFO Laurence Tosi Leaves Company
- February 03, 2018
Tosi joined Airbnb in 2015 from Blackstone, where he had been CFO since 2008. Irreconcilable differences between Tosi and CEO Brian Chesky allegedly led to the split, with sources confirming the two clashed over some of Chesky's ambitious goals for the company. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
Tosi joined Airbnb in 2015 from Blackstone, where he had been CFO since 2008. Irreconcilable differences between Tosi and CEO Brian Chesky allegedly led to the split, with sources confirming the two clashed over some of Chesky's ambitious goals for the company. (more...)
Syria is making new chemical weapons despite 2013 deal
- February 03, 2018
The US officials claimed that Syrian armed forces have "evolved" their chemical weapons and occasionally used them in smaller amounts since 2017. Unconfirmed intel has recently reported to the Pentagon that Syrian forces have weaponized chlorine and sarin gas. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The US officials claimed that Syrian armed forces have "evolved" their chemical weapons and occasionally used them in smaller amounts since 2017. Unconfirmed intel has recently reported to the Pentagon that Syrian forces have weaponized chlorine and sarin gas. (more...)
Miguna likely to spend night in police cells even after release orders
- February 03, 2018
The State Department statement, however, also said the USA was "gravely concerned" by Tuesday's ceremony and rejected actions that undermine the rule of law in Kenya. "Media owners and all relevant actors had been given a full security situation brief well ahead of the illegal activities of NASA". "They gave him back his documents, released him and told him never to set his foot there again."When Omtatah went to the authority himself he described how men who appeared to be police officers ... (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The State Department statement, however, also said the USA was "gravely concerned" by Tuesday's ceremony and rejected actions that undermine the rule of law in Kenya. "Media owners and all relevant actors had been given a full security situation brief well ahead of the illegal activities of NASA". "They gave him back his documents, released him and told him never to set his foot there again."When Omtatah went to the authority himself he described how men who appeared to be police officers ... (more...)
Shot from the sky, Canada goose falls, knocks hunter unconscious
- February 03, 2018
The group was set up along the Miles River in Easton, Maryland, the Washington Post reports. One that was shot in flight fell about 90 feet to the ground, hitting Meilhammer directly in the head, Natural Resources spokeswoman Candy Thomson said. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
The group was set up along the Miles River in Easton, Maryland, the Washington Post reports. One that was shot in flight fell about 90 feet to the ground, hitting Meilhammer directly in the head, Natural Resources spokeswoman Candy Thomson said. (more...)
Injured Du Plessis ruled out of India series
- February 03, 2018
However, the Centurion-born does have prior captaincy experience when he led SA's Under 19 World Cup side to victory in 2014 . The 70-Tests veteran added. Whereas Markram has some experience at Test level and made his ODI debut previous year against Bangladesh. Now the duo will look to carry on that form into the second ODI on Sunday. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
However, the Centurion-born does have prior captaincy experience when he led SA's Under 19 World Cup side to victory in 2014 . The 70-Tests veteran added. Whereas Markram has some experience at Test level and made his ODI debut previous year against Bangladesh. Now the duo will look to carry on that form into the second ODI on Sunday. (more...)
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