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Messaging app 'used by terrorists' set to be banned by Russian Federation

June 26, 2017

Russia's FSB security agency today said the Telegram messaging service was used by those behind the Saint Petersburg metro bombing, the latest salvo by authorities after they threatened to block the app. "There is one demand, and it is simple: to fill in a form with information on the company that controls Telegram ", Alexander Zharov said, head of communications regulator Roskomnadzor.

Darjeeling: Bandh called by GJM passes off peacefully

June 26, 2017

Making a shift in their strategy, GJM chief Bimal Gurung has hailed the bandh. "There may be a few bad apples, but most are good", she had said at a press conference. Apart from the GJM bandh, north Bengal was also rocked by a sudden strike by tea garden workers, reported Hindustan Times . So far, five GJM activists have been arrested, and flag marches by the army have been withdrawn.

Zuma wishes Muslims well for Eid al-Fitr

June 26, 2017

During this time, Muslims refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset. Additionally, local and national Muslim leaders or prominent Muslims would be invited to attend. Historians argue whether this was officially an iftar dinner, but as it was a meal that allowed the Honorable Mellimelli to break his Ramadan fast, the answer seems clear that it was.

6 dead, 31 missing after tourist boat sinks in Colombia

June 26, 2017

This disaster took place at the El Penol reservoir, 68 kilometres from the city of Medellin. Boaties head out to help after a ferry carrying holiday-makers capsizes in a reservoir near the city of Medellin. Survivors told local media the boat appeared to be overloaded and before it went down they heard a loud crunching sound and numerous passengers were not provided with life vests.

Pakistan raises death toll to 157 from fuel truck fire

June 26, 2017

Dozens of relatives were waiting outside hospitals in Bahawalpur, the nearest major city, to claim the bodies of their loved ones as Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif arrived early Monday. Similarly another injured youth said he desired to meet him (Nawaz Sharif), the Prime Minister said and added, "This really touched my heart and I prayed for their health and life".

Dozens of tourists missing after boat sinks in Colombia

June 26, 2017

Survivors claim they heard a loud noise before the boat began to go down. It also showed the people attempting to crawl down from the fourth-floor roof when the ferry began sinking in the water. President Juan Manuel Santos and the mayor of Medellin said emergency services, scuba divers and the air force were involved in a major rescue operation.

Rabbi, several others arrested in public benefits fraud case

June 26, 2017

The law enforcement agencies carried out the arrests on Monday in the Lakewood area. Those arrested included Rabbi Zalmen Sorotzkin , who runs the Congregation Lutzk synagogue, his wife, Tzipporah, and Mordechai Breskin and his wife, Jocheved, authorities said.

Colombia boat sinking 'not due to overloading'

June 26, 2017

The El Almirante, which was carrying more than 170 people, got into trouble in the Guatape-El Penol reservoir, a popular tourist resort. Videos circulating on social media show a multi-story ferry sinking as a number of recreational boats rushed to the scene to pull people from the sinking vessel.

Wettlaufer sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 25 years

June 26, 2017

All of Elizabeth Wettlaufer's sentences will be served concurrently, not added together. "Sorry is much too small a word", Wettlaufer told the court. "It terrifies me that I can't trust an institution", she said amid tears. "More typically, I think is there's neglect and negligence and they're not being noticed by the system for exactly the same reasons as those that didn't get noticed in Wettlaufer's case", Meadus said.

The Russia investigation is now inside the Oval Office

June 26, 2017

Mueller was appointed by Rosenstein on 17 May to lead the Russian Federation investigation as a special counsel, a position created to conduct investigations when a normal Justice Department probe would present a conflict of interest. The administration initially gave differing reasons for his dismissal, including that he had lost the confidence of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Role of DUP, new partner in UK government

June 26, 2017

Their negotiations have secured an extra £1bn for Northern Ireland over two years - roughly £800 for every voter in the province. McDowell was part of a group of church leaders who are urging Northern Ireland's politicians to strike a power sharing deal for the common good of everyone.

Johnson: Senate Bill Doesn't 'Come Close' To Fixing Issues With Obamacare

June 26, 2017

Dean Heller (R-NV) and Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME ) feel the bill is too harsh. This could mean that, without hiccups in the schedule, the Senate could vote on the GOP's healthcare bill as soon as Thursday night or early Friday morning, Cornyn said.

India seeks US Predator drones to counter Chinese threat

June 26, 2017

American companies on their part had invested more than $20 billion in India, he wrote. American business schools could study India's implementation of the "complex" Goods and Services Tax (GST), Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested, ahead of the roll out of the landmark tax reform measure from July 1.

Donald Trump awaits his 'true friend' Narendra Modi

June 26, 2017

While Trump champions the idea of "America First" and wants to stop the migration of jobs overseas, Modi has his own drive to boost manufacturing at home, dubbed " Make in India ". "The transformation of India presents abundant commercial and investment opportunities for American businesses", said Modi whose government is about to implement a new nationwide tax system created to scythe through red tape.

Mourners remember U.S. student held prisoner by North Korea

June 26, 2017

Andrew Kraner, 25, who knew Warmbier from school and swimming "up the hill at the YMCA", said the funeral featured a blend of serious and lighthearted moments - which "really spoke to Otto's character". "It would be easy at a moment like this to focus on all that we lost - future time that won't be spent with a warm, engaging, brilliant young man whose curiosity and enthusiasm for life knew no bounds", Fred and Cindy Warmbier said in a statement .

Emmanuel Macron Set for 'Unhealthy Monopoly' in French Elections

June 26, 2017

Interior Ministry data showed 40.75 per cent of registered voters had cast ballots by mid-afternoon, well below the 48.31 per cent at the same time in the 2012 election. Prime Minister Edouard Philippe declared he was confident that En Marche! would win a comfortable majority in an election he said would give the assemble "a new face".

Clinton colluded with Democratic Party to beat Sanders

June 26, 2017

The president is not under investigation for collaborating with the Russians. He then blamed the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, Hillary Clinton , for starting the falsehood, saying: "Hillary Clinton and her campaign of 2008 started the birther controversy".

Dodd-Frank reforms prevail in House; now what?

June 26, 2017

It could provide a blueprint for regulators to rewrite the Dodd-Frank rules, as Trump continues to fill out his team of top financial overseers. The financial industry cheered the Treasury report as a step in the right direction. Proposed House changes in the new legislation that would make it easier for banks to engage in increasingly risky lending activities include the removal of the Financial Stability Oversight Council's ability to determine the systemic importance of certain large ...

G7 talks dominated by U.S. quitting accord

June 26, 2017

It also specifically noted President Donald Trump's decision to unilaterally pull out of the landmark Paris agreement on climate change. "The United States will continue to engage with key worldwide partners in a manner that is consistent with our domestic priorities, preserving both a strong economy and a healthy environment", reads the statement.

Clashes amid Eid celebrations in Kashmir

June 26, 2017

According to media reports, police had to fire tear gas shell in Srinagar , where two Central Reserve Police Force jawans suffered injuries after being hit by stones outside the Eidgah after the Namaz. Many waved Pakistan flags. Meanwhile, moderate Hurriyat Conference leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq tweeted, calling the government "shameless and coward".

Veteran DUP MP: UK LGBTI rights will be maintained

June 26, 2017

Speaking about Sinn Fein's demand for Arlene Foster to stand aside as DUP leader until after an inquiry into the "cash for ash" scandal has completed, 70-year-old Mr Mansergh said it now "bordered on the ridiculous", given the DUP's success in last week's general election .

Texas prosecutor finds ex-day care owners innocent of abuse

June 26, 2017

Dan and Fran were ultimately freed in 2013 after the Texas County of Criminal Appeals found a doctor was mistaken in determining there was physical evidence of assault. Some of the young accusers claimed to have witnessed the husband and wife cut up babies, torture animals, including a gorilla at a local zoo, dig up and desecrate corpses in a graveyard, videotape orgies and serve Kool Aid mixed with blood.

Tallest building west of Mississippi River opens in LA

June 26, 2017

The screens consist of 250 million pixels, each no bigger than a pea, ready to explode with vibrant oranges, blues and greens once the sun sets and the building begins to glow. was developed by Korean Air , which is owned by Hanjin International Corp., at a cost of more than $1 billion. The record was eclipsed again this April when a foundation for a mall was poured in the United Arab Emirates.

Ron Johnson on GOP health care bill

June 26, 2017

Sen. Susan M. Collins of ME is also on the fence, saying she is anxious that older Americans will have to pay more and that she won't be able to strip out a part of the bill that defunds Planned Parenthood over its abortion practice. Taking that into consideration, and assuming all Democrats vote against it, Republicans can only afford two defections. "They are more oriented towards lower income people", PA Senator Pat Toomey said.

Indialivetoday wishes its readers a happy Eid-al-Fitr greeting

June 26, 2017

After beholding moon last night, the Muslim people ended their 20-30-day long day fasting followed by mass prayers held in various mosques across the State. However, raiding by the Barbary pirates still continued with Algiers continuing to raid American ships. The Washington Post reported that Saturday's White House statement was signed by Donald and Melania Trump, and was not posted to the president's social media presences.

Former NBA Guard Jason Williams Injured in BIG3

June 26, 2017

The eight teams will begin competing on live TV on Monday via Fox Sports on the FS1 channel. Both Corey Maggette and Jason Williams , who each played at least 12 National Basketball Association seasons, left their respective games after suffering knee injuries, while everyone else fought through rust and each other.

End of an Era: Gabe Pressman, NYC Newsman Dead at 93

June 26, 2017

He criticized New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio in particular for his many "closed press" events. The New York State Broadcasters Association inductee started working at WRCA radio in 1954. Patrick's Day parade earlier this year, just as he has traditionally done for decades. " Pressman's reports , interviews, commentaries and hard news stories are featured during various newscasts on the station".

North Korea Denies Torturing Detained US Student Otto Warmbier

June 26, 2017

Warmbier was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor in March 2016 after he was found guilty of allegedly stealing a propaganda poster from a hotel. About 2,500 mourners lined up early on Thursday morning at Wyoming High School, in the Cincinnati suburb of Wyoming.

Six dead after tourist boat sinks in Colombia

June 26, 2017

A flotilla of recreational boats rushed to the scene to pull people from the vessel. Boat sunk in Penol reservoir, #Columbia . It also showed the people attempting to crawl down from the fourth-floor roof when the ferry began sinking in the water.

North Korea releases American student after State Department visit

June 26, 2017

Warmbier's parents told The Washington Post their son had been medically evacuated after being in a coma for more than a year. But a senior United States official told the New York Times that new intelligence reports said that Mr Warmbier had been repeatedly beaten in custody.

Senate Republicans reluctant to rush vote on healthcare bill

June 26, 2017

Meanwhile, the Senate's number two Republican says the Senate is on pace to hold a key procedural vote on Wednesday. "There isn't anything in this bill that would lower premiums", he said . It would let insurers provide fewer benefits, offer less generous subsidies than Obama to help people buy policies and end the statute's tax penalties on people who don't buy policies and on larger firms that don't offer coverage to workers.

Indian Prime Minister Modi gets warm welcome by Indians in US

June 26, 2017

The highlight of Modi's interaction was on the Goods and Services Tax ( GST ) which he termed as a complex task and its implementation may soon be "a subject of studies in U.S. Analysts said Monday's meeting at the White House would give Modi the chance to size up a USA leader whose focus has so far been on ties with India's regional rival China.

PM Narendra Modi arrives at United States; meets with top American CEOs

June 26, 2017

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi , who arrived in United States on Sunday for a two-day visit aimed at boosting bilateral ties, was given a warm welcome by officials from the Indian and the USA embassies as soon as he touched down at the Joint Base Andrews Air Force base.

10 important highlights from PM Narendra Modi's speech in the US

June 26, 2017

Modi also said that both India and Portugal were determined to deepen the cooperation in the fight against terrorism and religious extremism. "If any Indian in distress tweets from anywhere in the world to the External Affairs Ministry , even at two in the night, within 15 minutes Sushma Swaraj replies to it, the government takes prompt action and delivers results".

Local Senators React To Senate GOP Health Care Bill

June 26, 2017

Senate Republicans would cut Medicaid , end penalties for people not buying insurance and erase a raft of tax increases as part of their long-awaited plan to scuttle Barack Obama's health care law. He recalled the tangled legislative process under Obamacare, pointing to the " Cornhusker kickback " as proof that it took a lot of work for Democrats to get enough votes to pass the Affordable Care Act .

50% seats in NLSIU reserved for state resident students

June 26, 2017

The Karnataka Assembly on Tuesday passed a bill, which reserves 50% seats in the National Law School of India University , Bengaluru for students from Karnataka, the Times of India reported. Initially, 30 per cent reservation of the seats was proposed for local students. It may be recalled that, in the past, legislators had discussed about poor representation of students from Karnataka and demanded for reservation of seats.

World's refugee and displacement crisis hits record high

June 26, 2017

The total, which includes refugees, asylum seekers and people displaced within the borders of their own countries, was about 300,000 higher than in 2015. Within this appeal, UNICEF in Uganda requires almost $50 million in 2017 as well as $30 million in each year from 2018-2020 to provide critical health, nutrition, water and sanitation, education, early childhood development, adolescent development, and child protection interventions, to both refugee and host community children.

Congress Member Fired After Praising Rahul Gandhi As 'Pappu'

June 26, 2017

Pradhan's said in the message. The WhatsApp message heaped praise on Rahul for putting the interest of the nation first. The message as reported by the Indian Express reads, "Rahul Gandhi is also known as Pappu by a section of people in this country".

Philippines army struggles as city siege enters fourth week

June 26, 2017

Governments across the region have been on high alert since Islamic State-linked militants in Southern Philippines took over nearly 20% of the Marawi City about three weeks ago. We see the high-calibre weapons, high-powered weapons. AFP Chief of staff Gen. Eduardo Ano earlier said the clash could be ended before the 60-day martial law period.

White House forgoes Iftar for first time in two decades

June 26, 2017

Eid al-Fitr doesn't have any historical links; instead, the celebrations focus on the community and family, and a spirit of generosity is encouraged. Once again, Eid Mubarak to our Muslim constituents here in Ghana and across the globe. London Mayor Sadiq Khan said: "To everyone celebrating in London and around the world, happy Eid al-Fitr!" The mayor is inviting Londoners and others to a celebration of Eid in Trafalgar Square, central London, from noon on Sunday July 2.

Woman Chained Inside Container for 2 Months By Serial Killer

June 26, 2017

Another officer asked Brown about her boyfriend, Charles David Carver, who was shot by Kohlhepp three times in the chest. "I've never seen him again", she explained. Authorities say Kohlhepp confessed to killing a married couple and admitted that he killed four people at a Spartanburg County motorcycle shop - murders that were unsolved for 13 years .

Kovind files Presidential nomination, vows to uphold dignity of office

June 26, 2017

Media reports said the prime minister was first proposer on Mr Kovind's nomination and union home minister Rajnath Singh second. On more than three occasions after the poll drubbing, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister has reiterated his desire not to leave the alliance with the Congress and has called it a "friendship for long".

Dozens of Iraqi Christians arrested in immigration roundup, face deportation

June 26, 2017

Youngstown's mayor says he's looking into how many individuals will be held in the city and if they fit within the agreed upon level of detainee allowed at the corrections center. "They're good, upstanding citizens who have since been rehabilitated". The Chaldean Catholic community in Detroit dates back to the early 20th century, and an apostolic exarchate was established in 1982.

DC and Maryland AGs sue Trump for constitutional violations

June 26, 2017

The Domestic Emoluments Clause prevents individual states from competing against each other by giving the President money or other things of value. The Justice Department said on Friday those plaintiffs did not suffer in any way and had no standing to sue , and that it was unconstitutional to sue the President in his official capacity.

Kovind to meet MPs, MLAs in Kashmir on Wednesday

June 26, 2017

Apart from putting the ruling BJP in an awkward situation, Sonia also wanted to create a common ground for all non-BJP forces to unit to take on the ruling party during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. President Pranab Mukherjee's term ends on July 24. "But when the defeat of the opposition candidate is certain they have fielded her as a scapegoat.This clearly shows that it has no commitment to elect leaders from marginalized sections to high offices and had made a decision to field her purely ...

100 days on, has Uttar Pradesh fared well under Yogi Adityanath?

June 26, 2017

Numerous promises - as mentioned in the party's Lok Sankalp Patra - are yet to be fulfilled by the Chief Minister even after a seemingly honest effort. He had also said that a big difference "between us and the SP government is that the earlier regime put its own interests ahead of the development of the state".

Miss Haryana Manushi Chhillar crowned Femina Miss India 2017

June 26, 2017

Thomas School of Delhi while she completed her college degree from Phool Singh Govt. Besides being a budding doctor herself, Manushi's parents, too, are medical professionals. Alia Bhatt , Sushant Singh Rajput , Ranbir Kapoor and Sonu Nigam were among the few who added spice to the night with their enthralling performances Finally, after a lot of pomp and funfair, the night saw its winners.

Horrific head-on Mississauga crash kills adult, two children

June 26, 2017

He was the sole occupant of that vehicle. It happened just before 11 p.m. Sunday on Winston Churchill Blvd. between North Service Rd. and the QEW. The Mercedes was carrying a driver and four children. Winston Churchill Boulevard remained closed in all directions at the QEW overnight but all lanes have since reopened. Police are hopeful that other drivers in the area who witnessed the collision will contact police or CrimeStoppers.

Colombia: Boat carrying 150 tourists sinks in reservoir

June 26, 2017

Overnight they reduced to 15 the number of people missing, down from an earlier count of twice that amount. The ship was the only vessel involved in the accident, government officials said Sunday. "It sank extremely quickly". She said there were "lots of children" on board. The rescue operation includes the Interior Ministry, air force, army and police.

Otto Warmbier's grim fate is routine in hellish North Korea

June 26, 2017

Only days after he returned, the captive's family announced Otto's death after he was returned home in a vegetative state due to injuries he received from being tortured in a North Korean jail. Rodman, a ferocious rebounder and defensive player whose career was far more colorful off the court, was inducted in 2011. Former NFL player O.J. Simpson remains in the Pro Football Hall of Fame despite a murder accusation, and a conviction for armed robbery and kidnapping.

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