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Omar calls Geelani a 'hypocrite' for criticizing Farooq

Omar calls Geelani a 'hypocrite' for criticizing Farooq

Ноября 14, 2017

Abdullah had, on Saturday, said talks of an independent Kashmir were "wrong" as the landlocked valley was surrounded by three nuclear powers - China, Pakistan and India. An Indian court has ordered filing of FIR against pro-India National Conference President, Farooq Abdullah, on charges of "treason". "This role will be noted in history and no amount of selective press statements and distortion of truth will change it", the NC General Secretary said while speaking to reporters at the NC Head ...

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Israel warns Gaza militants against carrying out attacks

Israel warns Gaza militants against carrying out attacks

Ноября 14, 2017

The Israeli army has deployed anti-rocket batteries of its "Iron Dome" air defense system at key points in the country to guard against retaliation by the Palestinian group Islamic Jihad, Israeli media reported late Monday. Daoud Shehab, an Islamic Jihad spokesman, called the comments by Netanyahu and Mordechai "a declaration of war". Israel believes that the terror group is set on avenging the deaths of those terrorists, and security officials said that when Israel responds to that ...

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KRG to respect Supreme Court decision to ban secession

KRG to respect Supreme Court decision to ban secession

Ноября 14, 2017

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Kurdish regional government says "we respect" the November 6 decision by the Supreme Federal Court, an indication they may be willing to back down in the standoff with Baghdad. The vote also raised hackles in neighboring Turkey and Iran , which have their own Kurdish minorities. The concession over the court ruling marks the Kurds' latest attempt to revive negotiations with the central government, which imposed retaliatory measures following the ...

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Boycotting Arab nations don't want to negotiate: Qatari Emir

Boycotting Arab nations don't want to negotiate: Qatari Emir

Ноября 14, 2017

In his speech, Tamim also said his government was focusing on completing strategic projects to help the country cope with the sanctions imposed by its neighbors, including ports, water and food security, and to encourage investments. Al-Thani stressed that Qatar would remain champion of the righteous and would be better without them "the blockading countries", and the siege did not affect the major exports of oil and gas.

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Jaitely rejects Congress claim that it forced govt to lower GST rate

Jaitely rejects Congress claim that it forced govt to lower GST rate

Ноября 14, 2017

Citing the example of paints and cement which were kept in the higher tax bracket, he said these are common items, but alternatively these are sources of revenue for the government. But eventually, the 28% slab would be left with very few items, mostly in the luxury and sin-goods category. In the first place, it should not have ignored the warnings and recommendations of an expert panel headed by government's own chief economic advisor, Arvind Subramanian submitted way back in December, 2015.

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India International Trade Fair begins from today

India International Trade Fair begins from today

Ноября 14, 2017

The five-year foreign trade policy (2015-20) provides a framework for boosting exports of goods and services besides creation of employment and increasing value addition. "Startup India Standup India" is the theme of the fair. The fair will remain open to the visitors from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm, on all days (November 14-27, 2017).

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India's Oct trade deficit at $14.02 billion

India's Oct trade deficit at $14.02 billion

Ноября 14, 2017

Exports entered the negative terrain after over an year, contracting 1.12 per cent in October primarily due to liquidity problem being faced by exporters following rollout of the Goods and Services Tax . Merchandise exports for October fell 1.12% from a year earlier to $23.1 billion, dropping for the first time since August 2016, dragged down by fall in gems, jewelry and textile exports.

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United States directly supports IS terrorists in Syria - Russian Defense Ministry

United States directly supports IS terrorists in Syria - Russian Defense Ministry

Ноября 14, 2017

The latest faux-pas comes less than half a year after filmmaker Oliver Stone depicted President Vladimir Putin showing him a 2013 video that was passed as Russian Federation bombing the Islamic State in Syria . Moscow also accused the USA of a plot to create a "pro-American" region on the Euphrates which would continue to oppose the Syrian government. According to the Defense Ministry, the United States provided cover for Islamic State militants to use them in attempts to attain its own ...

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Senate hearing planned on Trump's ability to authorize nuclear strike

Senate hearing planned on Trump's ability to authorize nuclear strike

Ноября 14, 2017

He doesn't have to call the Congress. The nature of the US political world has changed, too, and Trump's opponents - even within his own party - question whether he has too much power over nuclear weapons. Russia's long-range missiles could reach the U.S.in about 30 minutes. An intercontinental ballistic missile could travel halfway around the globe and hit the USA in less than a half hour.

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French minister calls for new laws after acquittals in underage rape cases

French minister calls for new laws after acquittals in underage rape cases

Ноября 14, 2017

According to AP News , Nicole Belloubet, the justice minister of France, said making 13 the age of consent was "worth considering ". At the moment, it is illegal to have sex with someone under the age of 15 in France but ministers are proposing an additional law, similar to one in the United Kingdom, which regards any adult who has sex with a child under the age of 13 as a rapist, regardless of whether they used force or coercion.

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Cloudy day with a chance of freezing drizzle this morning

Cloudy day with a chance of freezing drizzle this morning

Ноября 14, 2017

Sunshine will start Wednesday before clouds increase and rain is likely after 5 pm. Both days will be partly cloudy with lows in the 40s and highs in the low to mid-60s. "Rainfall amounts will range from 1/4" to 1/2". Sunday temps will range from a chilly 39 in the morning to a crisp 52 in the afternoon. It was a dreary start to the week yesterday, but we did manage to dry out after a soggy end to the weekend.

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Two arrested on suspicion of murder in case of missing Dorset girl

Two arrested on suspicion of murder in case of missing Dorset girl

Ноября 14, 2017

He urged anyone with information about the missing teen to contact Dorset Police. She has severe epilepsy and she went missing without her medication. Speaking about her missing cousin, Marienna Pope-Weidemann, told the Daily Echo : "This is a waking nightmare for Gaia's family, but we are so grateful to our community, the volunteer coastguard and all the people who've been out searching for her.

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Trump personally asks China's Xi to help LiAngelo Ball

Trump personally asks China's Xi to help LiAngelo Ball

Ноября 14, 2017

The Los Angeles Times has identified the players as Cody Riley , Jalen Hill and LiAngelo Ball - the brother of Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball . They were released on bail early Wednesday morning and have been staying at a lakeside hotel in Hangzhou since then. Wetzel initially reported that the players may face 3-10 years imprisonment for shoplifting, but according to the China Law Translate, the penalties for shoplifting "can vary greatly".

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Telangana: ASI suspended over getting massage from woman home guard

Telangana: ASI suspended over getting massage from woman home guard

Ноября 14, 2017

The woman home guard in her statement said the ASI forced her to massage him. Reports say the ASI has been identified as Hasan, who was posted with the Armed Reserve Unit at the district headquarters. Similar incident was reported from Hyderabad on November 4. This is the second such incident that came into light in the recent past from the state.

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Jailed Ram Rahim Enjoying VIP Perks, Alleges Prisoner. Minister Denies It

Jailed Ram Rahim Enjoying VIP Perks, Alleges Prisoner. Minister Denies It

Ноября 14, 2017

He said that the prisoners were not able to move freely after Ram Rahim was imprisoned in the jail. Rahul Jain, the convict out on bail told a news agency that the attitude of jail authorities towards Ram Rahim is different as compared to other prisoners, as he enjoys more perks and is given special treatment.

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Embarrassment for Congress as party member represents tainted Kerala Minister

Embarrassment for Congress as party member represents tainted Kerala Minister

Ноября 14, 2017

Here, a minister has moved the court against his own government and arraigned the Chief Secretary as a party, the court said. Meanwhile NCP national leader Praful Patel had opined today morning that Thomas Chandy need not resign immediately.

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India promotes its supersonic BrahMos missile at the Dubai Air Show

India promotes its supersonic BrahMos missile at the Dubai Air Show

Ноября 14, 2017

Together the fighter jet that has a cruising range of 3,200 km and the precision-strike missile would emerge as a "deadly combination", says the TOI article. Hence, the armed forces are testing a BrahMos with longer range of 450 km. Defense sources told Sputnik that the all the pre-flight test have been concluded and the full profile BrahMos missile is ready to go for its maiden live firing from the Su-30MKI.

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Netanyahus allegedly demanded free cigars and champagne from associates

Netanyahus allegedly demanded free cigars and champagne from associates

Ноября 14, 2017

I did not authorize that request, and she started screaming at me, telling me that I was "shaming" the Netanyahu family. According to a Friday report by Israel's Channel 10 News, sources involved in the ongoing investigation have revealed that there is now sufficient evidence to charge Netanyahu and his wife with bribery for accepting tens of thousands of dollars worth of gifts from well-heeled business associates.

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Possible serial killer may have struck again, police say

Possible serial killer may have struck again, police say

Ноября 14, 2017

Residents have been asked not to leave their homes nor send their children to school until the scene is cleared by police. Officials said officers were patrolling the neighborhood when a 911 call came in of shots fired around 4:51 a.m. On Oct. 19, victim Anthony Naiboa, 20, was walking north on 15th Street in the area of Wilder Avenue when he was shot and killed. She was shot and killed.

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Duterte serenades Trump during Asia tour

Duterte serenades Trump during Asia tour

Ноября 14, 2017

Trump and Duterte "underscored that human rights and the dignity of human life are essential, and agreed to continue mainstreaming the human rights agenda in their national programs to promote the welfare of all sectors, including the most vulnerable groups".

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Inquest into death of Carl Sargeant due to open

Inquest into death of Carl Sargeant due to open

Ноября 14, 2017

But she did and found her husband on the floor. Coroner Gittins said he wanted to get the facts surrounding Sargeant's death so to prevent similar deaths in the future. Mr Jones has faced criticism from Mr Sargeant's family about his handling of the communities secretary's dismissal and his suspension from the Labour Party.

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Kuwaiti minister hails Erdogan's upcoming visit

Ноября 14, 2017

Abbas also met with the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Jaber al-Mubarak al-Sabah, and head of the Kuwaiti Umma Council, Marzouk al-Ghanem in two other meetings on the sideline of the worldwide conference on the suffering of Palestinian children under Israeli occupation.

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Who owns Rosogolla? West Bengal wins the misthi battle against Odisha

Who owns Rosogolla? West Bengal wins the misthi battle against Odisha

Ноября 14, 2017

The first committee would look into facts and evidence regarding the origin of Rasgulla in Odisha, the second would study the ground, based on which West Bengal is making its claim. Bengal had stated at the GI registrar office that the Rosogulla found in Odisha was of a different kind since it varied in the shape and the colour. A GI tag is a sort of intellectual property identifier recognising the origin of a product.

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Td Asset Management Inc Bought A Lot More Expeditors Intl (EXPD) Stock

Ноября 14, 2017

Therefore 23% are positive. Expeditors International of Washington, Inc .is a logistics company. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating and two have issued a buy rating to the stock.

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Moroccan King Holds Talks with Emir of Qatar in Doha

Moroccan King Holds Talks with Emir of Qatar in Doha

Ноября 14, 2017

On Wednesday, King Mohammed VI started his Gulf tour from the UAE, accompanied by an official delegation, including his advisers Fouad Aali al-Himma, Yasir al-Zanaki, Abdeltif Menouni, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Nasser Bourita, Minister of Culture and Communication Mohamed Laaraj in addition to a number of civil and military figures.

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Nikola Mirotic rejoins teammates for first time since Bobby Portis altercation

Nikola Mirotic rejoins teammates for first time since Bobby Portis altercation

Ноября 14, 2017

Mirotic remains upset by the altercation that has dealt a huge setback to his season and has informed management that he doesn't want to be teammates with Portis, who served a team-imposed eight-game suspension before returning last Tuesday.

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Former BHS and NFL football player charged in wife's murder

Former BHS and NFL football player charged in wife's murder

Ноября 14, 2017

After asserting his family had been attacked, Anthony McClanahan did not give the sergeant his wife's name or location, "even when asked multiple times", the documents say. There was no sign of forced entry into the unit where the McClanahans were staying, according to the charging documents. No one tried using any of the phones in the room with KC McClanahan's body - her cellphone, her husband's cellphone and a landline - to call police, documents say.

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ALAFCO firms Boeing MAX order

ALAFCO firms Boeing MAX order

Ноября 14, 2017

This contract had been announced as a "memorandum of understanding" in June, at the 2017 Paris Air Show, and now includes a conversion of six 737 MAX 8 orders to the 737 MAX 10 aircraft. Boeing has delivered more than 30 737 MAX airplanes during the current fiscal. "We have had success with the 737 family in the past and are confident the 737 MAX will continue to help grow our business".

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PM Modi, Australia PM Turnbull hold bilateral meeting — ASEAN Summit

PM Modi, Australia PM Turnbull hold bilateral meeting — ASEAN Summit

Ноября 14, 2017

The participating members of the 12th East Asia Summit are Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, the U.S. In a tweet, Turnbull described the meeting as "productive" and said the discussions focused on increased economic cooperation, security, and counter-terrorism.

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Stabbed teacher Ann Maguire 'stood absolutely no chance', inquest hears

Stabbed teacher Ann Maguire 'stood absolutely no chance', inquest hears

Ноября 14, 2017

Will Cornick (pictured below), 15, used his parents' eight-inch kitchen knife to stab Ann Maguire eight times, with one blow slicing her jugular vein. He said: "Nothing in the days and weeks preceding the murder could have given anyone at the school, the police, his family, any idea whatsoever that anything of this sheer horror was about to take place".

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Vigilance clean chit to VA Arun Kumar

Ноября 14, 2017

The anti-corruption agency found that Arun was appointed as additional director (administration and planning), IHRD, as per the guidelines on required qualifications. The then assembly committee led by VD Satheesan had found irregularities in the appointment and the Vigilance registered a case subsequently. Irregularities were also alleged in his appointment to the ICT Academy and the Model Finishing Schools under the IHRD.

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Fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim's three properties auctioned in Mumbai

Fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim's three properties auctioned in Mumbai

Ноября 14, 2017

After Dawood fled India, properties belonging to him and his associates were seized under the provisions of Smuggling and Foreign Exchange Manipulators (Forfeiture of Property) Act, also known as SAFEMA. The others are Shabnam Guest House on Mohammed Ali Road and Hotel Raunak Afroz on Pakmodia street. The SAFEMA administrator has issued a newspaper advertisement for public auction of six properties on November 14 with a total reserve price of Rs 5.54 crore.

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Wannabe Baahubali tries elephant stunt, gets flung in the air

Wannabe Baahubali tries elephant stunt, gets flung in the air

Ноября 14, 2017

This video has gone viral on social media with as many as 88,857 views on YouTube as of now. The man has a plastic bag in his hand and as he steps closer to the elephant, he takes out some bananas and proceeds to feed the animal. While he's successful in the first attempt to get close to the animal, his second turns out to be more grievous. But a fan tried to imitate the same with a real elephant and got flung by the animal.

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Koike to step down as national party leader

Koike to step down as national party leader

Ноября 14, 2017

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike speaks during a two-day summit of the C40 Cities initiative, a network of cities making plans to cut planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions along levels agreed upon in Paris two years ago, in Paris, France, October 23, 2017.

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Geely Jumps On The Flying Car Bandwagon, Buys Terrafugia

Geely Jumps On The Flying Car Bandwagon, Buys Terrafugia

Ноября 14, 2017

Terrafugia , which aims to deliver its first flying vehicle to market in 2019, will continue to be based in America and Geely said it had already tripled the engineering team in preparation for the sale. "Now as part of Geely Holding Group I am confident that we can reach that vision and subsequent commercial success by utilising the Group's shared global synergy", he added.

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Over 25000 people attend fintech festival

Over 25000 people attend fintech festival

Ноября 14, 2017

This will enable local fintech talents to work alongside world-class researchers at the MIT Media Lab to come up with solutions to real-world issues, Mr Menon said. More than 160 leaders from central banks and regulatory agencies, financial institutions, venture capital firms and fintech companies will be speaking at the conference.

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Trump Opens Door to Peaceful Solution to North Korea Conflict

Trump Opens Door to Peaceful Solution to North Korea Conflict

Ноября 14, 2017

Trump's excessive public flattery of the Chinese ruler, whom he called "a very special man", and his ready acquiescence to autocratic practices such as the prohibition of press conference questions, offered an unseemly spectacle of obeisance to a dictator.

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Accountability court to resume graft proceedings against Ishaq Dar

Accountability court to resume graft proceedings against Ishaq Dar

Ноября 14, 2017

The Judge had also ordered Dar's guarantor to ensure the presence of the minister on next hearing otherwise surety bond worth Rs5 million would be confiscated. The hearing was adjourned till Nov 21. Asked when the minister was likely to appear before the court, Qudoosi informed the judge that he will take three to six weeks to completely recover from illness.

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Gujarat won't vote against BJP, says Nitish Kumar

Gujarat won't vote against BJP, says Nitish Kumar

Ноября 14, 2017

Since Nitish Kumar partnered with the BJP to form government in Bihar in September this year, at least three incidents of alleged cow vigilantism have been reported in his state. "He said that the law should take its own course and we should deal sternly with elements on killing spree in name of cow vigalantee". "Why it was suddenly called off nobody knows but the Nitish government had spent huge money on preparations...even a renowned Bollywood singer was invited to entertain the ...