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Bill Gates commits to work with UP government on welfare schemes

November 17, 2017

During the meeting, UP CM Yogi appraised Gates about the efforts of the state government in eliminating Japanese Encephalitis/ Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (JE/AES) and other vector-borne diseases. Gates would also work on the issue of "strengthening Anganwadi centres to tackle issue of child malnutrition and fortify their diets through existing government programmes".

Defends Rafale deal; says UPA didn't decide for a decade

November 17, 2017

Her comments came a day after Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of having changed the entire Rafale fighter plane deal "to help a businessman". She said that the final agreement for 36 Rafale jets was signed in September, 2016, after five rounds of lengthy discussions between Indian and French sides and approval by the Cabinet Committee on Security.

Prithvi Shaw is at it again! Another Ranji Trophy match, another century..

November 17, 2017

And it was riding his heroics that Mumbai fought back against Andhra . In his sparkling innings of 114 which came off 173 deliveries at a strike rate of 65.90, Shaw stroked 14 boundaries and one solitary six. He lifted Mumbai from 20 for 2 to 193 for 4. With every century, Shaw is inching closer to Sachin Tendulkar's record of seven centuries before the age of 18.

Science teacher, 22, arrested over rape of teen boy student

November 17, 2017

Hunter Day , 22, is said to have confessed to raping the student following a police sting in Oklahoma . It all kicked off when the parents of the kid reached out to police, and that's when police started their investigation and they found explicit pictures and messages on the boy's phone of Day.

Edgestream Partners LP Has Lowered Northrop Grumman (NOC) Holding; Main Street Capital (MAIN) Had 1 Analysts Last Week

November 17, 2017

Northrop Grumman Corp Com now has $52.33B valuation. The stock increased 0.01% or $0.02 on November 15, reaching $299.94. About 208,350 shares traded. Tegna Inc was raised too. Investors sentiment increased to 1.42 in 2017 Q2. Its up 0.07, from 1.35 in 2017Q1. It improved, as 44 investors sold NOC shares while 280 reduced holdings.

Nitish group recognised as real JD(U), allotted 'Arrow' symbol

November 17, 2017

The Election Commission gave the order and rejected a plea filed by Gujarat party leader Chhotubhai Amarsang Vasava to recognise his group as real JD (U). It further said that the Commission "does not go into disputed questions regarding membership issues and validity of internal elections of the party" and that the aggrieved party can "approach appropriate party forum or competent courts for the purpose".

Turkey withdraws troops from North Atlantic Treaty Organisation drill in Norway

November 17, 2017

Erdoğan said he had personally instructed the immediate withdrawal of the Turkish troops "even if those names are removed" from the chart, according to the Associated Press . "North Atlantic Treaty Organisation has been in contact with the Norwegian authorities on this issue", he said. He was a civilian contractor seconded by Norway and not a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation employee.

A delve into Institutional Ownership at Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)

November 17, 2017

These firms have modified their investment in XEL. Xcel Energy Inc .is a public utility holding company. Argus reaffirmed a "buy" rating and set a $48.00 price objective on shares of Xcel Energy in a research note on Monday, September 26th.

Woman rescued after falling into underground septic tank

November 17, 2017

Police tell the Press of Atlantic City Tami Camp's son called 911 Thursday afternoon after he heard his mother's screams from the bottom of the septic tank. The woman was flown to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City to be treated. Police and emergency technicians arrived at the Mullica Township home.

Discussion on church shootings at Tennessee church leads to 2 accidentally shot

November 17, 2017

Someone reportedly asked if anyone brings a gun to their church, when one man said he takes his firearm wherever he goes. Elder members of the First United Methodist Church met for a Thanksgiving dinner at around 1pm, according to news station WNCN, and their discussions turned to the recent massacre during a Sunday service at a baptist church in Sutherland Springs where 26 people were killed by gunman Devin Patrick Kelley .

Salman Khan to perform in ISL opening ceremony

November 17, 2017

Katrina looks appropriately glamorous in a white shirt and black skirt, and flowing hair while Salman looks like a cool dude in dark blue shirt and black jeans. Besides being a flawless platform for Khan and Kaif to display their crackling chemistry, the high point of the song is that it features 100 dancers from four countries - Greece, France, Italy, Trinidad and Tobago.

Shiv Sena minister Ramdas Kadam plans to ban bottled water in Mantralaya

November 17, 2017

Maharashtra Environment Minister Ramdas Kadam , while informing about the plan, said that a team will be sent to six Indian states of the country that have achieved plastic-free status, including Himachal Pradesh and Kerala, to study their model.

Gluten-free products market worth 7.59 billion Dollars by 2020

November 17, 2017

All the key segments of Gluten-Free Foods & Beverages business like consumption ratio, import/export scenario, revenue are analyzed in Gluten-Free Foods & Beverages report. The market for gluten-free products has a significant impact on processed food sector. The rising incidence of obesity, diabetes, celiac disease, other diagnosed food intolerances, and growing consumer awareness to address these conditions expanded the market to manufacture customized allergen-free products.

Toyota, Suzuki to produce electric vehicles for India market by 2020

November 17, 2017

China plans to introduce a cap-and-trade policy linked to zero- and low-emission vehicles from 2019. This MOU is a product of that exploration. The agreement with Suzuki has Toyota providing technical support while Suzuki produces the vehicles and supplies some to its bigger peer in India.

Russian Federation lawmakers approve foreign media law

November 17, 2017

The Russian Justice Ministry officially confirmed on Thursday that it sent notices to a number of media outlets about their possible recognition in Russia by foreign agents. Ognianova added that while the United States move on RT was "ill-advised", Russian Federation also would be amiss "to use it as a pretext to justify punitive action".

Angola's president shifts Sonangol head, board

November 17, 2017

Angolan newspaper O País reported that the dismissal of the previous board of directors of Sonangol was due to the findings of a report presented to the head of state by a working group, created in October, after complaints from the worldwide oil companies operating in Angola .

Kashmir : Police officer killed in militant attack

November 17, 2017

Three militants travelling in a auto opened fire at a police team at the Zakura crossing on the Srinagar-Ganderbal road. Sources said that acting upon a specific input, police cordoned off Zakura and launched searches. Three militants travelling in a vehicle opened fire on a police team at the Zakura crossing on Srinagar-Ganderbal road, killing sub-inspector Imran Tak and injuring a special police officer (SPO), a police official said.

Libyan militant involved in Wahat attack to be detained for 15 days

November 17, 2017

Meanwhile, Egypt's armed forces said Thursday they have killed three "high-level" suspected militants and arrested 74 others in sweeps targeting militant groups in the northern Sinai Peninsula in recent days. It was an umbrella organization of Derna-based Islamist factions opposed to the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group and the Libyan army, led by Khalifa Haftar.

2nd Semi-final of ACC U-19 Asia Cup: Afghanistan beat Nepal

November 17, 2017

Batting first Bangladesh set Pakistan a 274-run target. Afghanistan won the toss and invited Nepal to bat first to exploit the early seam and bounce movement in a seamers friendly pitch. Likewise, Qais Ahmad took 2 wickets in his six over spell. He sent back five top-order batsmen to the pavilion. Gurbaz hit nine fours and two sixes in his 65-ball knock before falling to Sandeep Lamicchane, who on Tuesday claimed five wickets in Nepal's win over Malaysia to book a semi-final spot.

United Kingdom considering £450m Iran debt settlement to help free jailed Briton

November 17, 2017

Foreign Office officials are trying to find ways to release the historical sum - owed for a cancelled arms deal in the 1970s - in the face of United Nations sanctions. Now, according to the Telegraph, Britain is to hand 400 million pounds to Iran to settle an outstanding debt from the 1970s, when the country's deposed king placed an order for Chieftan military tanks.

Sri Lankan Navy Arrests 10 Indian Fishermen

November 17, 2017

This would pave way for fishermen of both countries to fish in these waters with a spirit of accommodation and would also enhance security of fishers on both sides. Earlier on November 7, the Sri Lankan Navy apprehended four fishermen, hailing from Tamil Nadu's Pudukkottai, with one boat near the island. "It may be an attempt by the fishermen to divert the attention as they were checked and warned by the Indian Coast Guard ship for paired trawling and non-stopping when directed to do so".

Police use tear gas to disperse Nasa supporters

November 17, 2017

Nasa supporters march along Mombasa Road on Friday morning. Police are trying to block Nasa supporters from accessing JKIA to receive Raila. The leaders were accompanied by a crowd that was chanting anti-Jubilee slogans. Raila Odinga, a cross section of Nasa leaders and their supporters are now headed to the City center where they are expected to hold a rally at Uhuru Park.

May hopeful of progress on Brexit talks

November 17, 2017

At an European Union summit in Sweden, Prime Minister Theresa May's government was urged to clarify how much Britain will pay in settlement of its financial accounts with the bloc and to ensure that there is no hard border created between Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Iraqi forces retake last ISIS-held town

November 17, 2017

The Islamic State has lost control of 95 percent of the land it overran in Syria and Iraq in 2014, the USA presidential envoy to the global coalition fighting the jihadist group said. "More than 7.5 million people have now been liberated" from ISIS, Washington's envoy to the coalition, Mr Brett McGurk, said late on Wednesday, adding that the group's finances are now "at their lowest levels to date".

Northern Territory government to close Don Dale detention centre in three months

November 17, 2017

In response, Mr Gunner has promised the most comprehensive overhaul in Territory history, allocating $50 million towards setting up juvenile justice infrastructure and asking the commonwealth to match it. Mr Gunner said it was sobering that the report was borne out of the treatment of children in the NT government's care. "For this I am sorry". She said there have been too many allegations across the nation of the abhorrent abuse of young people in detention.

German court rules Kuwait Airways can deny Israeli passengers

November 17, 2017

The student, identified in court documents as Adar M., had sued the airline over its cancellation of his flight to Bangkok in the summer of 2016. A spokesman for the U.S-based Lawfare Project, which represented the Israeli passenger, said they were "deeply shocked" by the court's decision, adding: "It allows a totalitarian regime's discriminatory legislation to overrule both German law and Germany's democratic values..." As of 2006, the law stipulates: "With effect as of 18th August 2006 the ...

PD: Man fired gun at officer, dragged robbery victim by hair

November 17, 2017

Police say further investigation revealed Brown held two female employees at gunpoint during the robbery and pulled one by the hair while demanding money. Officers recovered almost $1,900, the firearm Brown used to shoot at the officer, the mask worn during the robbery, and the shell casing from his gun, police said.

Hawaiian welcomes first of 18 new, more efficient planes to fleet

November 17, 2017

The airline said Thursday that Peter Ingram would take over on March 1. Hawaiian Airlines took delivery of the first of 18 Airbus A321neo aircraft, which will be used on flights between Hawaii and the United States west coast. Chairman of the Board Lawrence Hershfield thanked Dunkerley for turning Hawaiian from a struggling local carrier to a global industry leader and also for ensuring a smooth leadership transition.

Man faces death penalty for killing ex-girlfriend, 3 others

November 17, 2017

Cops say his shot dead his ex, and her father, at their home, before he battered Brown's mother and new boyfriend to death with a hammer. Three of the victims, Megan Brown and parents Gregory and Margaret Brown, were also from the Lehigh Valley.

Two Wounded In Gush Etzion Ramming Attack — TERROR

November 17, 2017

In a statement the army said the attacker drove his auto into the two Israelis near the Gush Etzion junction in the southern West Bank, leaving them both injured. The 70-year-old victim was lightly injured on his head and was taken to Shaarei Tzedek hospital. Israelis and Palestinians have seen a surge of violence that started in mid-September 2015.

Moore mocks McConnell's call for an investigation into Franken

November 17, 2017

MoveOn released a statement criticizing him; the group's Washington director, Ben Wikler, formerly worked for Franken. He's the first sitting member of Congress to face harassment allegations. Gov. Mark Dayton would get to pick a replacement . An off-year election might normally be disadvantageous to the Democrats, but 2018 is shaping up to be a strong year for the party nationally because of the deep unpopularity of the president.

Padmavati: Maharashtra govt assure security for flick's release

November 17, 2017

Now a securityassessment of Deepika Padukone is being done. Padukone had on Tuesday hit out against those protesting the release of " Padmavati " and reportedly said that "we've regressed as a nation". Meanwhile, Sarv Brahmin Mahasabha, an organisation of the Brahmin community, organised a blood signature campaign on Thursday and will send it to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) requesting it to ban the film.

Singapore suspends all trade relations with North Korea

November 17, 2017

Last week, United States President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe urged other nations to "unite to ramp up pressure against North Korea to the maximum level". Security Council, including Russian Federation, voted for the new sanctions, Interfax reported. Singapore is North Korea's seventh largest trading partner.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Shares Bought by Swiss National Bank

November 17, 2017

If the $39.71 PT is reached, the company will be worth $110.40M more. Mercer Capital Advisers Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Costco Wholesale Corporation by 3.5% during the 2nd quarter. More interesting news about Mylan N.V. (NASDAQ:MYL) were released by: Foxbusiness.com and their article: "Sanofi Files Patent-Infringement Suit Against Mylan in the US" published on October 25, 2017 as well as Nasdaq.com's news article titled: "Richard Pzena Buys Mylan NV, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co, ...

Italian minister OKs family visits for ailing top Mafia boss

November 17, 2017

Riina was kept in a Milan prison before his hospitalization. First arrested in 1949 for killing a man in a brawl, Riina ended his criminal career serving multiple life sentences for murder and other serious crimes in maximum security prisons, failing to secure easier detention terms despite his failing health.

Peru complete World Cup 2018 lineup

November 17, 2017

Christian Ramos added a goal in the 65th minute and Peru became the 32nd and final team to qualify for the World Cup . The home side could have scored more but an early drive from Luis Advincula hit the woodwork and All Whites keeper Stefan Marinovic did well to stop a bending drive from Miguel Trauco and then get a hand to Farfan's shot from the rebound.

Kashmir: Week after joining Lashkar ranks, budding footballer surrenders before Army

November 17, 2017

The reports about his surrender are not true. A senior official told NDTV that Majid "is no more with militants" and will be back with his family this evening. As Firspost had reported earlier, posters announcing Majid's recruitment had gone viral on social media, a standard practice among militant ranks regarding the new recruits.

Moody's upgrade a recognition of Modi govt's reforms: FM Arun Jaitley

November 17, 2017

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today welcomed the rating upgrade by Moody's Investor Service, but said it was a belated recognition of India's reforms agenda. All our steps follow a particular roadmap. It is encouraging that there is an global recognition and this recognition firms our determination to follow the track that we have embarked upon.

Home minister urges Bill Gates to make 'model villages' in India

November 17, 2017

He was talking to Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Saira Afzal Tarar in Abu Dhabi. However, a Gates Foundation spokesperson stated that the cancellation of the FCRA licence of PHFI was not discussed in the meeting.

Saudi Arabia says Hariri 'free to leave'

November 17, 2017

Last week, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that he had an "informal contact" with Hariri, during his visit to Dubai, adding that France did not receive any request from Lebanese ex-prime minister to come to the country. Hariri refuted this in an interview Sunday, saying 'I am free here. "He leaves when he wants to", he said. But Hariri's older brother, breaking his silence, says he supports his brother's decision to step down over the growing demands and actions of Hezbollah.

Multi-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At Pennsylvania Senior Living Community

November 17, 2017

There were no reports of injuries as of just before midnight, but dozens of residents could be seen being wheeled out on beds and in wheelchairs. WPVI-TV reported that emergency crews were transporting people from the scene. Videos and photos of the multi-alarm fire surfaced on social media soon after it broke out. Friends and family were being directed to a nearby fire house for information on loved ones.

Envision Healthcare Corporation (EVHC) Releases Q4 Earnings Guidance

November 17, 2017

The insider now holds 7,791 shares of Envision Healthcare Corporation (EVHC). In an analyst note sent to investors and clients on Friday morning, Baird restate their "Outperform" rating on shares of EVHC. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $1.13 earnings per share. equities research analysts predict that Envision Healthcare Corporation will post 2.56 EPS for the current year.

DHS official resigns after racist remarks are revealed

November 17, 2017

KFILE learned that, as a radio host, Johnson said that it was "an indictment of America's black community that has turned America's major cities into slums because of laziness, drug use and sexual promiscuity". He apologized for the "manner in which those thoughts were expressed in the past". "The FEMA website boasted of Johnson's background in ministry, broadcasting, teaching, consulting, organizational leadership [and] worldwide humanitarian relief".

Caleb Porter out as Portland Timbers coach in surprise move

November 17, 2017

There are rumors of a power struggle, but the fact that this seems to have been Porter's decision could also mean he didn't want to take part in that struggle and left before it got ugly. The Timbers are expected to formally announce Porter's departure Friday. Porter was widely praised for implementing a possession-based style of play, and he eventually helped guide the Timbers to the 2015 MLS Cup.

Suspect dances for Texas officers before police dog ends jig

November 17, 2017

Footage from the arrest shows authorities huddled behind the door of a police vehicle as the suspect breaks out a few of his best dance moves. The suspect got on the North Loop and then I-45 heading southbound. Larry Crowson with HPD said in an interview with Eyewitness News. The man then got out of his auto and started to dance on the roadway, refusing to get onto the ground and be handcuffed.

Filipino leader describes Trudeau's comments on drug war insulting

November 17, 2017

President Rodrigo Duterte has officially turned over the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday night. Myanmar's State Councillor and Foreign Minister Aung San Suu Kyi looks on during the 9th ASEAN UN Summit on the sideline of the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Manila on November 13, 2017.

Namibia says concerned by situation in Zimbabwe

November 17, 2017

Alpha Conde, who is also Guinea's president, said the AU condemned the actions of top brass in the southern African nation as "clearly soldiers trying to take power by force". "[The] SADC Organ Troika further reaffirmed the need for SADC Member States to remain guided by their Constitutions ". I'm back in the country &will be quite busy over the next few days.

Rex Tillerson calls for independent investigation into Rohingya crisis

November 17, 2017

Noted singer-songwriter and lead singer of the world-renowned Irish rock band The Boomtown Rats Bob Geldof on Monday returned his Freedom of the City of Dublin scroll as a mark of protest against Aung San Suu Kyi , the Myanmar leader who holds the same honour.

Author says Russian Federation has been cultivating Trump for years

November 17, 2017

The intelligence dossier compiled by former MI6 spy Christopher Steele about President Donald Trump has always been contentious - but a new report from the Guardian says that Steele is sticking by his work. Though Trumpworld has cast doubt on the document's legitimacy, with former Trump aide Carter Page dubbing it the "dodgy dossier", Steele has stood by his research and, reportedly, has offered up another tip: zero in on the president's foreign real-estate deals.

Stamkos scores twice, Lightning top Stars in Bishop's return

November 17, 2017

Stamkos had two assists and leads the National Hockey League with 35 points (10 goals, 25 assists). Stamkos gave the Lighting a 1-0 lead 47 seconds into the second period when he sent a one-timer past Bishop from the top of the left circle.

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