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Muharram 2017 date and time in india according to Islamic Calendar

September 21, 2017

In a hugely symbolic act, the Prophet Muḥammad (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) stated his intention to be distinct from other religions by fasting the 9th of Muharram also. However, in some years the date changes because months will have 29 days in some years and 30 days in others. Muharram continues for 28 days, so will draw to a close on October 19.

Interest rates remain unchanged at 6.75%

September 21, 2017

The Monetary Policy Committee unexpectedly cut the repo rate by 25 basis points in July. It was the first cut in five years, and it took many by surprise. The bank noted that the economic growth is expected to remain subdued against a backdrop of continued political and policy uncertainty. "Inflation is also forecast to start lifting again from mid-2018 onwards which will constrain the possibility of further policy easing in the second half of next year".

Trump huddles with Ukraine's leader, talks Russian aggression on border

September 21, 2017

He said Trump supported Ukraine's proposal to deploy peacekeepers "including on the uncontrolled part of the Ukraine-Russia border, which would prevent the possibility of penetration by Russian troops or Russian weapons". "We agreed that our cooperation in supporting reforms will continue" the Ukrainian president stressed. The two presidents also discussed bilateral cooperation in the field of security.

Olivia Newton-John credits weed for helping cancer battle

September 21, 2017

Despite her cancer diagnosis, Newton-John has maintained a positive attitude: "I think it taught me that I was stronger than I thought I was". This is the second time Newton-John has had to face cancer, but it hasn't come close to breaking her spirit.

Abbot Financial Management Inc. Takes $694000 Position in SEI Investments Company (SEIC)

September 22, 2017

About 99,193 shares traded. Aptose Biosciences Inc (NASDAQ:APTO) has declined 60.81% since September 19, 2016 and is downtrending. It has underperformed by 15.71% the S&P500. Its down 0.03, from 1.26 in 2016Q3. It is negative, as 20 investors sold SEIC shares while 131 reduced holdings. Based on current stock levels, SEI Investments Co.

Quake in Mexico causes heartache in Waterloo Region

September 22, 2017

Global Giving Mexico Relief Fund is collecting donations to help natural disaster survivors with supplies such as food, water, and medicine and provide long-term assistance to help residents rebuild. The San Andreas Fault is 800 miles long and only about 10-12 miles deep. This is true in the Bay Area as well. The country resides on one of the most active plate boundaries in the world.

Enviros Threaten Duke Energy With Coal Ash Pollution Suits

September 22, 2017

Duke's 31 North Carolina coal ash basins hold 111 million tons of ash in water-filled ponds. The Environmental Protection Agency adopted a rule in 2015 that requires utilities to file emergency action plans for ash spills. Culbert said Duke, in deleting the maps from the emergency plans, believed it was complying with state law that protects critical infrastructure. Our Emergency Action Plans are but one aspect of the planning steps we take to prepare for an unlikely event.

California targets one of the Trump's significant campaign assurances

September 21, 2017

The initiative taken by country's most crowded state which has arisen as a global force in the dispute against climate change and center of resistance to the President is the latest stumbling block Trump faces in accomplishing his promise to construct a big, attractive wall along the US - Mexico border.

Year-old Pawar Public School student collapses while playing, dies

September 21, 2017

When the school's medical officer was unable to revive Swarang, the boy was rushed to Hiranandani Hospital in Powai, where he was declared dead before admission.The police were then alerted , As Reported By Hindu . The police have registered an accidental death report. The principal of the Pawar Public school said that CCTV footage shows that student fell unconscious suddenly.

Western Railway to probe speeding train incident in Mumbai

September 21, 2017

This time Mumbai's rain has broken all records so far. The total almost surpassed the city's average precipitation of 12.3 inches for September, according to The Times of India . The railway safety standard calls for trains to reduce their speed to 30 miles per hour when there is 4 inches of water on the tracks. Earlier in the day, the Western Railways had cancelled five trains.

Poland, Austria agree to cooperate in sanctioning N. Korea

September 21, 2017

Trump would make the announcement about economic penalties on Friday during a meeting NY with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and South Korean President Moon Jae-in, U.S. "If North Korea makes a decision even now to stand on the right side of history, we are ready to assist North Korea together with the worldwide community", he said, as stony-faced North Korean delegates listened in the front row.

Is Fairmount Santrol Holdings Inc. (FMSA) a good buy?

September 21, 2017

The average volume of a stock suggests the liquidity of a particular company. (FMSA) has the trading volume of 2.79 Million shares with the average trading volume of 5610 shares. This is a bullish signal that suggests the stock price might continue to rise. Awesome Oscillator shows the difference in between the 5 SMA and 34 SMA.

India seals maritime boundary to stop Rohingya Muslim refugees

September 21, 2017

She said agency officials are "very shocked and sad". Hundreds of people were killed and thousands of homes burned. The NHRC intervention came ten days after the MHA told states that they have powers to identify and deport such people while noting that infiltration from Rakhine state of Myanmar in the recent years has become a burden on the limited resources of the country.

EPS Growth overview of Windstream Holdings, Inc. (WIN)

September 21, 2017

More notable recent Windstream Holdings, Inc . Taking a broader look brokerage firms' analysts on the street with an expectant view have Windstream Hldgs Inc (NASDAQ:WIN) high price target of $5 and with a conservative view have low price target of $1.5.

'War Paint' with Patti LuPone, Christine Ebersole sets closing date

September 21, 2017

Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole star in War Paint at the Nederlander Theatre. " War Paint " was nominated for four Tony Awards, with Ms. LuPone and Ms. War Paint will begin its previously scheduled hiatus September 26 and will resume performances October 3. Brilliant innovators with humble roots, both women were masters of self-invention who sacrificed everything to become the country's first major female entrepreneurs.

Maryam says her mother shifted from ICU after surgery

September 21, 2017

The report said that the NAB DG Lahore had sent a letter to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, his daughter Maryam and sons Hussain and Hassan stating that as per the National Accountability Ordinance 1999's Section 23, Nawaz Sharif and his children can not sell or transfer their properties.

Mexican quake kills 11 of family during baptism ceremony

September 21, 2017

The majority of the earthquake's victims died in the capital, Mexico City. Once the ground stopped shaking, people were able to use the loudspeakers to call out for help. "I am in profound pain", he said. 'I don't know what to say, ' he added. He was at home resting when the quake hit. The elderly man's relative, Facundo Flores Nolasco, 42, also lost six loved ones: his wife, mother, brother, daughter-in-law, a niece and a nephew.

Man shot by Calgary officer known to police

September 21, 2017

Police responded to the home after tracking a suspect in a domestic incident to the location. "Officers quickly arrived on scene, attempted verbal communications with the man for in excess of an hour in an effort to have him surrender peacefully".

Woman: I'd rather go to jail than take down Trump sign

September 21, 2017

She says taking down her President Trump signs violates her freedom of speech. "It is the city's business regarding the size and number of signs". A city authority said that another resident complained and explained that according to the city ordinance, signs can't be larger than 2 square feet.

Sheriff's Dept: Unique Halloween Body Of Work Not Real

September 21, 2017

The homeowner behind the cryptic decoration was never revealed, but the department's post garnered more than 1,200 reactions and 4,000 shares as of Thursday afternoon. This is not the first time local police departments have had to ease the nerves of a community after someone displayed Halloween decorations. A different Facebook user said, "I think it's freaking awesome!" In Oklahoma, neighbors were concerned a resident went too far with his Halloween decor for putting up swinging, bloody ...

Obama to campaign for Democrat in race to succeed Christie

September 21, 2017

The ad asks whether Guadagno is the change the state "really needs" after eight years of Christie's administration. The Republican gubernatorial candidate, Lt. Obama appointed the former Goldman Sachs partner as ambassador to Germany after Murphy served as finance chairman for the Democratic National Committee, where he helped keep Congress addicted to Wall Street money.

Ontario Provincial Police Charge 10 for Motorcycle Stunt Driving

September 21, 2017

An investigation into a series of unsafe motorcycle stunts that snarled traffic on major highways in and around the Toronto area this summer has led to 48 charges, provincial police announced Wednesday. The stunts occurred during a period when carnage involving motorcycles was particularly high and the subject of repeated road safety warnings, police said.

In UP, hooch deaths might invite death penalty soon

September 21, 2017

As per the proposal, the government will amend various sections of the UP Excise Act, 2010 for the goal. "The capital punishment will not only act as deterrent to spurious liquor trade but also curb the smuggling from neigbouring states which results in huge revenue losses to the state exchequer", pointed the State Excise Minister Jai Pratap Singh .

Asianet TV office attacked in Alappuzha

September 21, 2017

Sources in Asianet said the attack may have been a response to some reports aired by the channel that supposedly upset Kerala transport minister Thomas Chandy recently. Ruling CPM state secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan said the accused should be brought to book as soon as possible. BJP Kerala president Kummanam Rajasekharan said attacking media when it brings out "corruption and irregularities" can not be justified in a democracy.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions heads to San Diego

September 21, 2017

Four men were indicted and charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in the San Diego case. An increased presence of US and allied forces in the Eastern Pacific Ocean coupled with increased coca production in South America has led to a significant increase in narcotics removal in the drug transit zones off South and Central America.

Students play 'Dirty Dare' in class; teacher suspended

September 21, 2017

In a 16-page document , investigators outlined the distressing classroom occurrence - pupils played a game called "Dirty Dare", during which two girls allegedly exposed their breasts and other students kissed each other, News4Jax reports .

Sweeper molests school girl in Panipat, FIR registered

September 21, 2017

Panipat deputy commissioner has also marked an inquiry into the incident. Police said the child was found with scratches on her neck and shoulders. A relative of the girl told ANI that the school management called him to take the girl away as she was crying.

South Korea approves aid to North Korea, North calls Trump 'barking dog'

September 21, 2017

South Korea is to resume financial aid to North Korea despite Pyongyang's ongoing development of nuclear weapons, according to Seoul's Unification Ministry on Thursday. Although the approval rate is still high, those surveyed said Moon had fallen out of favour due to North Korea's continued provocations and the government's decision to consider sending aid to North Korea, Realmeter said.

North Korea's foreign minister snubs Donald Trump's threat as 'dog's bark'

September 21, 2017

Trump while addressing the United Nations General Assembly in a maiden speech on Tuesday, had warned North Korea that Washington would " totally destroy " it if the U.S. "What is needed to do is not dialogue, but pressure", said Abe, who devoted his entire speech to North Korea. "We have consistently said we would pursue humanitarian aid for North Korea in consideration of the poor conditions children and pregnant women are in there, apart from political issues", said Unification Minister ...

Government could change the law to help tackle risky cycling

September 21, 2017

Alliston was a teenager when he collided with Briggs on Old Street, London on a fixed-gear track-racing bike with no front brakes; the bike was deemed illegal for use on public roads. But he said the call for a legislation update was "not in any way anti-cycling". Transport minister Jesse Norman told the BBC that road safety laws needed to "keep pace" with the increased number of cyclists on British roads.

North Korea owes NYC $156k in unpaid parking tickets

September 21, 2017

In fact, a 2002 Memorandum of Understanding between the State Department and New York does allow the city to deny a diplomatic parking decal from vehicles that have three or more unpaid parking tickets, NBC New York reported. Other parking offenders include Iran ($184,987), China ($398,736), Syria ($362,550) and Russian Federation ($104,231). The State Department's Office of Foreign Missions provides driver's license to diplomats and staff from foreign missions at the U.N.

Turkey, Iran, Iraq Warn Of 'Countermeasures' If Kurdish Independence Vote Goes Ahead

September 21, 2017

Turkey, Iran and Iraq have agreed to take "joint precautionary measures" against the Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government's (KRG) bid to hold a referendum of independence from Iraq, Turkish Foreign Ministry said in a statement Thursday. In this regard, the Foreign Ministers, Mevlut Cavusoglu of Turkey, Javad Zarif of Iran, and Ibrahim Jaferi of Iraq, highlighted how important would be to reach stability and lasting security in Iraq once IS is through.

Illinois Supreme Court upholds Drew Peterson murder conviction

September 21, 2017

Peterson asserted that the ban on hearsay should have prevented admission of Kathleen Savio's statements to police about an incident where he pinned her to the stairs for three hours and threatened her with a knife, as well as her statements to family members that Peterson had threatened to kill her and make it look like an accident.

Musharraf accuses Zardari for Benazir Bhutto's murder

September 21, 2017

Since Baitullah Mehsud was also against me so I have nothing to do with this. Two-time prime minister Benazir Bhutto was assassinated in Rawalpindi on December 27, 2007 in a terrorist attack. "Who is capable of eliminating him?" PPP dismissed the allegations of Gen Musarraf terming it an attempt to cover his own involvement. General Musharraf said that he is addressing to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Assefa and Bakhtawar in particular, then people of Sindh province and every citizen of ...

Cooperatives should explore new areas to double farm income: Modi

September 21, 2017

Prime Minister Modi further said, "Cooperative movements are not only about systems". Modi advised the farmers to take help of cooperatives in honey bee farming, selling of neem seeds for factories manufacturing neem coated urea, animal husbandry and other sectors to boost their income.

Muslim Migrants Believe in Europe and Consider it their Home — EU Report

September 21, 2017

According to the report, 76 per cent of Muslim respondents feel strongly attached to the country they live in; 31 per cent of those seeking work have been discriminated against over the last five years; and 42 per cent of respondents stopped by the police over the last year said this was due to their migrant or ethnic background.

Artificial muscle marks breakthrough in robot research

September 21, 2017

A big advantage of these soft muscles is that they can be shaped and reshaped in a variety of ways. An artificial muscle that can lift 1000 times its own weight has been created, laying the groundwork for Terminator-like humanoid robots.

Woman dragged out of vehicle by her hair during road rage beating

September 21, 2017

Bailey was inside her vehicle which was at the intersection in the left lane of Little Road. Pasco deputies said Alicia Nikole Scarduzio, 20, and Shelley Lyn Gemberling, 49, began to argue with another driver whose auto was stopped in the left lane of Little Rock Road at the intersection of Trouble Creek, facing north.

Girl dies after shooting herself when reaching into grandmother's purse for candy

September 21, 2017

Shane Zoller, 22, is the father of three children: one living, another on-the-way and the little girl he will bury Thursday. Shane was on the way to pick her up from his parent's house to go swimming when the accident occurred, the outlet reported.

OPP search for missing plane near Goderich

September 21, 2017

As of late Thursday morning, she had not been found. Provincial Police located an adult female nearby in the water. From the time of the reported call of a missing airplane, leading well into the night, members from the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the Canine Unit are now on scene and conducting a ground search.

Man killed in single-vehicle crash in Caledonia

September 21, 2017

Just before 11:00 p.m. on September 20, 2017 Haldimand County OPP say that they responded to Highway 6 near Fifth Line after a report of a auto rolling over into a ditch. The vehicle's lone occupant, a male driver, was ejected from the vehicle during the collision and suffered life-threatening injuries. Police say he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Met police officer shoots himself in foot

September 21, 2017

Firearms officers were attending an address in Old Oak Common Lane, East Acton, at around 4.20am on Thursday (21 September). He was taken to hospital, where his condition is not life-threatening. Those who do are highly trained and only deployed when police believe lethal force could be necessary. The Met Police did not offer further details on how the misfiring occurred.

NKorea minister calls Thump's threat 'sound of dog barking'

September 21, 2017

As he faced the reporters, a lot of them asked his reaction to the speech of Donald Trump earlier in the day and he responded in a similar tone. The bellicose speech came after months of escalating tensions over advances in the rogue weapons programme operated by Pyongyang, which has defied tough sanctions to launch its sixth and largest nuclear test and to fire a series of missiles over Japan.

Stocks ignore North Korea missile test; sterling soars on BoE bets

September 21, 2017

Defense Minister Itsunori Onodera described the move as a precautionary measure against the growing threat from North Korea, which has recently been restlessly exhibiting its growing military strength. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga has said: "We greatly appreciate President Trump's approach to changing North Korea's policy stance, denuclearising the country and calling on the worldwide community, including China and Russian Federation, for their cooperation toward strengthening ...

Sen. Graham Pushes Back Against Jimmy Kimmel Criticism

September 21, 2017

Kimmel's remarks got heated, especially toward Cassidy - and he had a few choice words for people who will criticize him for politicizing his son's health problems. "They're doing everything they can to discredit the alternative", Cassidy said. "Let's finish the job". The grants will be run through the Children's Health Insurance Program , or CHIP.

N Korea to be 'destroyed' if behaviour continues

September 21, 2017

Some wonder if Irma and Hurricane Harvey, which flooded southeastern Texas last month, will persuade Trump to reverse his decision to pull the US out of the Paris climate accord, which more than 190 other countries have signed on to. Now more than ever human rights matters. McMaster said a new travel ban "is something that we're looking at". "I think it's a signal that the US takes the General Assembly much less seriously than it did under President Obama", said Gowan.

Rex Tillerson vows 'peaceful pressure campaign' against North Korea

September 21, 2017

Konstantin Asmolov, with the Center for Korean Studies at the Institute for Far Eastern Studies (IFES) of the Russian Academy of Science, said that the United States did not want to launch negotiations on North Korea's nuclear status as it may be a "bad example" for other countries.

Snap Removes Al Jazeera in Saudi Arabia Amid Qatar Tensions

September 21, 2017

Saudi Arabia is a longstanding USA ally, while Qatar hosts the biggest American military base in the region. Those comments reflected how Trump has changed his thinking on the Qatar dispute in the past 10 days or so, becoming more sympathetic with the Qataris after previously backing the Saudi-led bloc and saying his priority is to clamp down on terror financing, according to the USA official familiar with his thinking.

Mueller's document requests suggest Trump is under scrutiny

September 21, 2017

The detail comes in a New York Times report , published Sunday, that claims President Donald Trump's personal defence attorney is clashing with the White House counsel over how much to cooperate with Mueller, who is investigating potential collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian Federation.

As Nicaragua joins Paris Accord, Trump left alone with Syria

September 21, 2017

Earlier this year President Ortega again rejected the Paris Climate Agreement saying that "it was not very strict with the richest nations of the planet". As a developing nation, Nicaragua produces only a fraction of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. Mr Obama's team changed a typo in the agreement text at the last minute in order to be able to bypass climate deniers in the US Congress so the accord is not a legally binding treaty for the US.

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