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Two shot dead as Kenya opposition defies protest ban
- October 15, 2017
The government on Friday said it had banned anti-IEBC protests by the opposition within Central Business Districts in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu. According to Sputnik, police have used pepper gas that did not allow demonstrators, including state of Mombasa, Senator Mohammad Faki and lawmakers. (more...)
- October 15, 2017
The government on Friday said it had banned anti-IEBC protests by the opposition within Central Business Districts in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu. According to Sputnik, police have used pepper gas that did not allow demonstrators, including state of Mombasa, Senator Mohammad Faki and lawmakers. (more...)
Florida detective wrangles 9-foot-long anaconda
- October 15, 2017
She makes quick work of the anaconda, securing it inside the duffel bag in a matter of minutes. The snake was found on the east side of the county and was likely a pet that either escaped or released, according to the Leon County Sheriff's Office . (more...)
- October 15, 2017
She makes quick work of the anaconda, securing it inside the duffel bag in a matter of minutes. The snake was found on the east side of the county and was likely a pet that either escaped or released, according to the Leon County Sheriff's Office . (more...)
Haryana: 5 people thrashed on suspicion of carrying cow meat in Faridabad
- October 14, 2017
They also registered a case under Sections 148, 149, 323, 341, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Mujessar police station against unknown 15-20 persons for thrashing the five youths. The top court's three-judge bench, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dipak Misra and comprising of Justices A.M. Khanwilkar and D.Y. Chandrachud said that all states are under an obligation to compensate the victims of cow vigilante violence cases. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
They also registered a case under Sections 148, 149, 323, 341, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Mujessar police station against unknown 15-20 persons for thrashing the five youths. The top court's three-judge bench, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dipak Misra and comprising of Justices A.M. Khanwilkar and D.Y. Chandrachud said that all states are under an obligation to compensate the victims of cow vigilante violence cases. (more...)
EAM Sushma Swaraj addresses women in Ahmedabad
- October 14, 2017
While interacting with over one lakh women in poll-bound Gujarat at Ahmedabad on Saturday, Swaraj said, "Rivals call BJP anti-women party but it gave four women chief ministers and four women governors to the country". "I have never seen", Gandhi said in a sarcastic tone, adding, "In the Congress you will see women at every level in the organisation". External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has a diplomatic piece of advice for women needing to convince their families to take up jobs: use ... (more...)
- October 14, 2017
While interacting with over one lakh women in poll-bound Gujarat at Ahmedabad on Saturday, Swaraj said, "Rivals call BJP anti-women party but it gave four women chief ministers and four women governors to the country". "I have never seen", Gandhi said in a sarcastic tone, adding, "In the Congress you will see women at every level in the organisation". External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has a diplomatic piece of advice for women needing to convince their families to take up jobs: use ... (more...)
Delhi Rajdhani Express trip cut by 2 hours
- October 14, 2017
Mumbai: Touted as Indian Railways' gift to passengers ahead of Diwali, the journey between Mumbai and Delhi on the Rajdhani Express will be cut down by two hours from October 16. He said, the fares in the new service would be 20 per cent more than the base fares for existing Mumbai Rajdhani without any flexi fare. As many as 13 coaches will be of 3rd AC, two of 2nd AC and one coach of first AC besides one pantry and two power cars. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
Mumbai: Touted as Indian Railways' gift to passengers ahead of Diwali, the journey between Mumbai and Delhi on the Rajdhani Express will be cut down by two hours from October 16. He said, the fares in the new service would be 20 per cent more than the base fares for existing Mumbai Rajdhani without any flexi fare. As many as 13 coaches will be of 3rd AC, two of 2nd AC and one coach of first AC besides one pantry and two power cars. (more...)
Unprovoked Indian shelling across LoC injures two civilians
- October 14, 2017
In continuation of violation of ceasefire understanding reached with Pakistan in 2003, Indian army resorted to unprovoked intense fire in Satwal and Nikial Sectors along the Line of Control (LoC). He, however, pointed out that the schools have been shut for a day. There was no immediate report of any losses or casualties. He said that the civilian facilities targeted by the Pakistani Army included Karmara area and in view of the same all educational institutions were closed. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
In continuation of violation of ceasefire understanding reached with Pakistan in 2003, Indian army resorted to unprovoked intense fire in Satwal and Nikial Sectors along the Line of Control (LoC). He, however, pointed out that the schools have been shut for a day. There was no immediate report of any losses or casualties. He said that the civilian facilities targeted by the Pakistani Army included Karmara area and in view of the same all educational institutions were closed. (more...)
Student suspected to have killed, raped peers in Lokichogio over Sh200 lynched
- October 14, 2017
Turkana County Commissioner Seif Matata told Kenya's Daily Nation newspaper that the suspect " was heard telling fellow students that he is going to burn the school or he will come back and avenge because of the suspension ". According to surviving students who narrated the ordeal, the attacker is said to have gone to the girls' dormitory first where he switched on the light to locate the specific girl whom he later raped and stabbed. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
Turkana County Commissioner Seif Matata told Kenya's Daily Nation newspaper that the suspect " was heard telling fellow students that he is going to burn the school or he will come back and avenge because of the suspension ". According to surviving students who narrated the ordeal, the attacker is said to have gone to the girls' dormitory first where he switched on the light to locate the specific girl whom he later raped and stabbed. (more...)
North Korea threat: Guam again in Kim Jong-un's sights
- October 14, 2017
The Donga Ilbo daily, quoting a government source, said satellite pictures show ballistic missiles mounted on launchers being transported out of hangars near Pyongyang and in the North Phyongan Province. North Korea first said that the country was examining a plan to target the Pacific island in August after US President Donald Trump warned the isolated regime would "face fire and fury like the world has never seen". (more...)
- October 14, 2017
The Donga Ilbo daily, quoting a government source, said satellite pictures show ballistic missiles mounted on launchers being transported out of hangars near Pyongyang and in the North Phyongan Province. North Korea first said that the country was examining a plan to target the Pacific island in August after US President Donald Trump warned the isolated regime would "face fire and fury like the world has never seen". (more...)
At Least 20 Killed After Vehicle Explosion in Somalia
- October 14, 2017
The explosion was followed by gunfire between security forces and armed men around and inside the popular Safari Hotel. " We know that at least 20 civilians are dead while dozens of others are wounded ", Abdullahi Nur, a police officer told Reuters. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
The explosion was followed by gunfire between security forces and armed men around and inside the popular Safari Hotel. " We know that at least 20 civilians are dead while dozens of others are wounded ", Abdullahi Nur, a police officer told Reuters. (more...)
Windies included in innovative ICC Test league
- October 14, 2017
While Irish was broadly supportive of the concept of an ODI league, which will act as a qualification pathway for the World Cup , he was more sceptical about the Test championship structure and the ICC's decision to experiment with four-day Tests. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
While Irish was broadly supportive of the concept of an ODI league, which will act as a qualification pathway for the World Cup , he was more sceptical about the Test championship structure and the ICC's decision to experiment with four-day Tests. (more...)
Met Éireann issue highest possible status red weather warning
- October 14, 2017
The service has said that regardless if schools make the decision to open the service will not run. The Met Office has issued a severe weather alert for the North East on Tuesday, warning that winds of up to 70mph could strike the region. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
The service has said that regardless if schools make the decision to open the service will not run. The Met Office has issued a severe weather alert for the North East on Tuesday, warning that winds of up to 70mph could strike the region. (more...)
I sacrificed my love for sister, says Vidya Balan
- October 14, 2017
The trailer of Vidya Balan's Tumhari Sulu is out, and all we can say is it is simple, innocent and yet attractive. The song, originally picturised on Sridevi in Mr India , gets a new life with slick beats and it fits the temperament of the movie just right. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
The trailer of Vidya Balan's Tumhari Sulu is out, and all we can say is it is simple, innocent and yet attractive. The song, originally picturised on Sridevi in Mr India , gets a new life with slick beats and it fits the temperament of the movie just right. (more...)
At least 4 killed in plane crash off Ivory Coast
- October 14, 2017
Reuters reported citing souces that the French nationals were soldiers; no official confirmation from Paris has been issued so far. Police said that there were 10 people on board the Antonov aircraft. According to the preliminary reports it might be a cargo plane of a company that was carrying equipments for the French army, Koaci .com reports. Student Ange Koutaye Ismael, 19, said he saw bodies carried out of the plane, which had broken in two in the shallow waters. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
Reuters reported citing souces that the French nationals were soldiers; no official confirmation from Paris has been issued so far. Police said that there were 10 people on board the Antonov aircraft. According to the preliminary reports it might be a cargo plane of a company that was carrying equipments for the French army, Koaci .com reports. Student Ange Koutaye Ismael, 19, said he saw bodies carried out of the plane, which had broken in two in the shallow waters. (more...)
Hamas, Fatah Ink Deal on Palestinian Reconciliation
- October 14, 2017
An official from Abbas's Fatah movement said the PA president was planning to soon travel to the Gaza Strip as part of the unity bid in what would be his first visit in a decade. Analysts said the deal is more likely to stick than earlier ones, given Hamas's growing isolation and realization of how hard Gaza, its economy hobbled by border blockades and infrastructure shattered by wars with Israel, was to govern and rebuild. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
An official from Abbas's Fatah movement said the PA president was planning to soon travel to the Gaza Strip as part of the unity bid in what would be his first visit in a decade. Analysts said the deal is more likely to stick than earlier ones, given Hamas's growing isolation and realization of how hard Gaza, its economy hobbled by border blockades and infrastructure shattered by wars with Israel, was to govern and rebuild. (more...)
Islamic school's sex segregation unlawful: United Kingdom court
- October 14, 2017
For religious reasons the voluntary-aided school, which has about 770 pupils aged between four and 16, believes total separation of the sexes from age nine onwards is obligatory. But the judges said they did not accept the argument that "separate but equal treatment by reason of gender can not be unlawful discrimination". Talking about the judgment, Chief Executive of Equality and Human Rights Commission, Rebecca Hilsenrath said she welcomes the judgment. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
For religious reasons the voluntary-aided school, which has about 770 pupils aged between four and 16, believes total separation of the sexes from age nine onwards is obligatory. But the judges said they did not accept the argument that "separate but equal treatment by reason of gender can not be unlawful discrimination". Talking about the judgment, Chief Executive of Equality and Human Rights Commission, Rebecca Hilsenrath said she welcomes the judgment. (more...)
Backed Forces Enter 'Final' Battle Against ISIS in Syria's Raqqa
- October 14, 2017
Earlier Friday, scores of civilians including women and children fled the last few remaining neighborhoods held by the IS in Raqqa, ahead of an anticipated final push by USA -backed fighters seeking to retake the city. USA officials have said only surrender, not a negotiated withdrawal for IS, would be accepted. The YPG is one of the most influential militant groups in the opposition alliance known as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). (more...)
- October 14, 2017
Earlier Friday, scores of civilians including women and children fled the last few remaining neighborhoods held by the IS in Raqqa, ahead of an anticipated final push by USA -backed fighters seeking to retake the city. USA officials have said only surrender, not a negotiated withdrawal for IS, would be accepted. The YPG is one of the most influential militant groups in the opposition alliance known as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). (more...)
Prime Minister Modi praises Nitish for development of Bihar
- October 14, 2017
He heads to Mokama where he will lay the foundation stone for four sewage treatment projects worth Rs 738 crore under the Namami Gange programme. PM Modi attended the centenary celebrations of the Patna University (PU) here along with Kumar. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
He heads to Mokama where he will lay the foundation stone for four sewage treatment projects worth Rs 738 crore under the Namami Gange programme. PM Modi attended the centenary celebrations of the Patna University (PU) here along with Kumar. (more...)
Gauri Lankesh murder case: SIT releases sketches
- October 14, 2017
Gauri was shot dead in her residence at Raja Rajeshwari Nagar on September 5, 2017. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed to investigate the murder of senior journalist Gauri Lankesh on Saturday, released three sketches (two of the same suspect) and videos of the suspected killers and has sought for public cooperation to find them. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
Gauri was shot dead in her residence at Raja Rajeshwari Nagar on September 5, 2017. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed to investigate the murder of senior journalist Gauri Lankesh on Saturday, released three sketches (two of the same suspect) and videos of the suspected killers and has sought for public cooperation to find them. (more...)
Indian troops kill suspected top Kashmir militant
- October 14, 2017
According to reports, the encounter began when terrorists opened fire on security forces who retaliated. On Friday evening, the J&K Police had got another big success in its counter-insurgency operation when it managed to arrest a Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist responsible for grenade attack on a Minister's motorcade in Tral area. (more...)
- October 14, 2017
According to reports, the encounter began when terrorists opened fire on security forces who retaliated. On Friday evening, the J&K Police had got another big success in its counter-insurgency operation when it managed to arrest a Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist responsible for grenade attack on a Minister's motorcade in Tral area. (more...)
The United States Now Plans to Leave UNESCO
- October 14, 2017
The United States plans to formally withdraw from UNESCO , the U.N.'s Paris-based cultural, scientific and educational organization, to save money and protest what it views as the organization's anti-Israel bias. South Africa withdrew from UNESCO as a result, because of its apartheid regime. Hours later, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his country would also pull out and praised America's "brave and moral decision". (more...)
- October 14, 2017
The United States plans to formally withdraw from UNESCO , the U.N.'s Paris-based cultural, scientific and educational organization, to save money and protest what it views as the organization's anti-Israel bias. South Africa withdrew from UNESCO as a result, because of its apartheid regime. Hours later, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his country would also pull out and praised America's "brave and moral decision". (more...)
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