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Massive dust storm hits Delhi, heavy rain predicted across India

May 16, 2018

The police received almost 60 calls related to fallen trees, electricity polls and wall collapses across the region. A massive dust storm hit Delhi and NCR region at around 3:00 AM on Wednesday. Meanwhile, as many as 80 were killed in Jammu and Kashmir , Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and east Uttar Pradesh due to thunderstorms and lightning with Uttar Pradesh alone recording 51 deaths.

Admissions 2018: St Stephen's admission process to begin from May 21

May 16, 2018

The last date to apply for DU UG admission on 7 June. The registration for postgraduate diploma in cyber security and law will begin on May 18 . The DU has announced that the admission to various Ph.D., M. Gap year (s) would be no bar for purposes of admission to the Undergraduate Programmes and there is no first come first served policy, it added. Students wishing to apply for DU UG courses can check more details from the following article.

Tamil Nadu 12th results 2018 declared, 6754 schools score 100% results

May 16, 2018

To pass the exams, students need to score a minimum of 30 marks out of 150 in theory examination and 40 marks out of 50 in practical exams. Erode district emerged second with 96.3 percent while Tiruppur third with 96.1%. Students having a problem with downloading the results from the official portal can switch to Manabadi.com to download the results . The DGE had earlier announced the date and time for the result .

Guatemala opens embassy in Jerusalem

May 16, 2018

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales were among officials attending an inauguration ceremony at the new embassy at an office park in the disputed city at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

White House calls deaths in Gaza 'propaganda' by Hamas

May 16, 2018

More than 2,000 Gaza residents have been wounded in that time by Israeli fire. He added: "As the Secretary of State [Mike Pompeo] said, Israel has the right to defend itself". As the protesters descended upon the Gaza border on Monday, U.S. dignitaries ― including Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and presidential advisers Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner ― were celebrating the opening of the controversial new American embassy in Jerusalem.

IPL 2018, MI vs KXIP: Mumbai in do-or-die clash against Punjab

May 16, 2018

In the most recent match against RCB, Kings XI Punjab were bundled out for just 88 runs. KXIP Probable XI: KL Rahul (wk), Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair, Aaron Finch, Marcus Stoinis, Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin (c), Andrew Tye, Mohit Sharma, Ankit Rajpoot.

Cauvery row: Article 35A sensitive, Centre informs Supreme Court

May 16, 2018

Appearing for the petitioners, senior advocate Ranjit Kumar said Article 35A of the Indian Constitution and Section 6 of the J&K Constitution read together provided that while a state subject, if she returned from Pakistan having migrated before 1954, would be entitled to employment and could own property in the state, Indians from others states would not be entitled to the benefits even if they were born and had lived in the state for decades.

Governor Wolf Responds to Wagner Nomination

May 16, 2018

But, since there's been little external polling, it's hard to say for sure whether fellow candidates Paul Mango and Laura Ellsworth have a shot at the nomination as well. Wagner is brash - "I am going to be the next governor, take that to the bank", he said previous year - and has a penchant for off-the-cuff speaking that makes him a magnet for controversy.

Luxembourg Throws Its Weight behind Iran Nuclear Deal: FM

May 16, 2018

But European diplomats have sought to play down expectations of Tuesday's meeting, stressing the enormous challenge of finding a way around U.S. sanctions punishing foreign businesses trading with Iran , which have global reach. "The policy of the administration is to make sure that Iran never gets close to deliverable nuclear weapons", Bolton told ABC television's This Week program on May 13.

Palestinian baby dies from tear gas inhalation at Gaza border

May 16, 2018

It was the deadliest day since the 2014 Gaza War. Last month, Amnesty International said many injured Gazans had suffered extreme bone and tissue damage from Israeli gunshots, and with a high number of wounds to the knees, that Israeli forces were deliberately shooting to inflcit life-changing injuries.

Passer-by stabbed to death in Paris terrorist attack

May 16, 2018

The Islamic State group claimed the attacker as one of its "soldiers". French media also reports that at least six members of France's Chechen community were arrested by the authorities as part of the ongoing investigation into terrorist attacks that occurred in Barcelona and Cambrils in August 2017.

Here's What You Need To Know About Ramadan In Brooklyn

May 16, 2018

They abstain from eating and drinking from dawn to dusk for the entire month of Ramadan , with a single sip of water or a puff of a cigarette considered enough to invalidate the fast . Muslims in these countries like their fellows elsewhere will look for the crescent moon this evening which will determine the beginning of Ramadan month.

Naamdar, kaamdar, daamdar or any samajhdaar can become PM: Shatrughan Sinha

May 16, 2018

Being PM does not make anyone the wisest in the country. for being PM requires no qualification. only majority...while for becoming Shankaracharya one requires great wisdom, experience and statesmanship", Sinha tweeted. P.C. Mohan, the sitting BJP MP from Bangalore Central, said people all over the country recognize Modi with the BJP running state governments in 22 states, whereas Gandhi would have to go places where he was recognized.

Supporters seek shielding of young immigrants

May 16, 2018

The White House wants the 9th District Court to throw out a January decision by a federal judge in San Francisco to block the president's bid to end DACA. Judge Jacqueline Nguyen questioned whether courts could intervene if they thought DACA was legal and disagreed with the administration's position that it was unconstitutional.

Envoy: North Korea Will Join Effort to Ban All Nuclear Tests

May 16, 2018

Japan and the United States have urged North Korea to take specific actions under global non-nuclear treaties. "This remark is significant as a further indication that the DPRK really does have no intention to test again", a North Korea expert with diplomatic experience who wished to remain anonymous told NK News .

Cannes 2018: This Pic Of Mahira Khan Is Viral. Seen Yet?

May 16, 2018

Looks like the classic blue jeans-white shirt/top combo is a favorite with the stars at Cannes 2018. Everbody wanted to see what Sonam Kapoor would wear on her mehendi/wedding/reception and also who all would attend the party. Sonam looked like a summer fairy walking down the red carpet while representing L'Oreal as their brand ambassador. Meanwhile, at a recent media interaction, she shared her excitement about going to Cannes.

Meghan Markle's Father Will Skip the Royal Wedding, Report Says

May 16, 2018

Whilst the royal wedding cake will likely be made with eggs and dairy "products", Maisie's recipe proves just how easy it is to bake a show-stopping cake without the cruelty. "The media was unfairly making him look bad so I suggested he do positive photos for his benefit and the benefit of the royal family ", she tweeted on her private account Monday.

Blow as court rejects 50/50 wealth split on divorce

May 16, 2018

It wanted spouses to split the property equally, but the judge said this would open the door for people to enter into marriages and walk out in the event of divorce with more than they deserve. The petitioner based the argument on the non-monetary nature of contribution made by married women in raising families and maintaining their homes.

Start of Ramadan delayed as no confirmed moon sightings in North America

May 16, 2018

An attack on Turkey under its Islamist president Recep Erdogan could positively influence his chances at reelection, as the president has historically performed better when elections follow attacks in the country. Femi Odusanya, spokesperson of Mile 12 Market Perishable Food Traders Association, said it was imperative to train farmers to adopt modern technology in crop production, and empower them with funds.

Saudi Arabia Threatens To Pursue Nuclear Weapons Program If Iran Does

May 16, 2018

Yesterday, President Donald Trump announced the United States would be withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal. He stated that Iran must "cease providing ballistic missiles to terrorist organizations, like so-called Hezbollah and the Houthis".

Two-Week Click it or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement Underway

May 16, 2018

Washington state passed a secondary seat belt law in 1986 when the seat belt use rate was 36 percent. Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed May as Seat Belt Safety Awareness Month. Participating law enforcement agencies will be taking a no-excuses approach to seat belt law enforcement, writing citations day and night. "Help us spread this life-saving message before one more friend or family member is killed as a result of this senseless inaction".

South Africans Express Solidarity With Palestinians Over US Embassy

May 16, 2018

Irish officials in Ramallah reported that health services in Gaza, already stretched because of a lack of equipment and essential medicines, were "overwhelmed with the level of casualties". Palestinians had gathered in their tens of thousands to denounce the move by the USA to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Most of the Gazans who died yesterday were shot by Israeli snipers, Gaza's health ministry said.

TV3 secure rights to Champions League and Europa League next season

May 16, 2018

Pete Oliver , managing director of marketing and sales at BT Sport, said: "To have Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League final is fantastic". The deal also includes rights to the final qualifying round for the Champions League, the Super Cup and all Champions League and Europa League highlights.

Indonesia police shoot dead three men after attack on Riau HQ

May 16, 2018

Police fielded a bomb squad team to inspect the attackers' vehicle. At least one journalist who was at the outpost to cover a scheduled event was injured. Islamic State has claimed responsibility for both attacks. A day later, a family of five carried out a suicide bombing attack on a police headquarters in Surabaya that left 10 people wounded, including four policemen and six civilians.

Grassley may seek EPA head Pruitt's resignation over ethanol

May 16, 2018

The reports is still unpublished and HHS says it has no plans to release it. Vanity Fair notes that releasing the report has potential to dramatically increase the cost of cleanup at the affected sites, many of which use a foam that contains the harmful chemicals suspected to have been found in the contaminated water.

USA condemns Iranian 'destabilizing influence' in region

May 16, 2018

Major European powers have sought to keep Iran in a landmark global nuclear agreement after President Donald Trump pulled the USA out of the pact and promised tough economic sanctions against Tehran . Highlighting just how hard it will be, the U.S. Treasury announced on Tuesday more sanctions, including on Iran's central bank governor, just minutes before the Brussels meeting was due to begin.

'63 expelled' in Windrush fiasco, Home Office admits

May 16, 2018

They have been identified after Home Office officials trawled through 8,000 records amid fears that people living lawfully in the United Kingdom for decades could have been forced to leave the country. Mr Javid denied there was a "systemic" problem in the department, but acknowledged that in the Windrush cases people had faced "too large a burden" in proving their long-term residency.

United Kingdom urges 'greater restraint' by Israel after Gaza violence

May 16, 2018

Al Jazeera's Malcom Webb, reporting from Johannesburg, said the plight of Palestinians resonated with many South Africans who endured racism under apartheid. "This cycle of violence in Gaza needs to end", said Nickolay Mladenov, the United Nations special coordinator for the Middle East peace process. Kuwait said it would seek a resolution for the "protection of the Palestinian civilians" but not including peace-keeping troops.

Russian opposition leader Navalny sentenced to 30 days in jail

May 16, 2018

Organized under the slogan " He is not our Tsar! " the anti-Vladimir Putin protests resulted in hundreds of arrests around the country. Initial hearings in the case were postponed last week in order to field witness testimonies from police officers.

Jared Kushner left humiliated over Jerusalem embassy speech, Twitter erupts Video

May 16, 2018

They've just hired a Hollywood public relations person. While the president was not in attendance during the dedication ceremony, he was represented by his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner . Hours earlier in Gaza, 40,000 Palestinians who showed up to the border to protest the opening of the embassy. Turkish President Recep Tayyip called the attacks by the Israeli military "genocide" and "state terror", prompting a response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Pennsylvania's sleepy Senate race could still play key role

May 16, 2018

Barletta has served in Congress since 2011. On the democratic ticket, there have been 186 write-in votes cast for Pennsylvania's 10th district, meaning incumbent Rep. Fischer is favored to win by a large margin, according to recent polls. Dwight Evans, in his first full term, will face Republican Bryan Leib in the November general election.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Request 'Understanding and Respect' for Thomas Markle

May 16, 2018

George's Chapel . He reportedly admitted that the photos look "stupid and hammy". DAYS out from the royal wedding , new details about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's post-wedding schedule have been released . The last time pictures were this staged Speidi was behind it. According to the Daily Mail , the internet cafe photo was just one of several images sold to newspapers around the world that were taken with Markle Sr.'s cooperation.

Australia warns missing athletes to comply with visas

May 16, 2018

A Sydney-based refugee group has already provided assistance to a "significant number" of the athletes, among whom are eight from Cameroon , two from Uganda and one from Rwanda. We endeavour to assist anyone who contacts us who would not otherwise have access to legal advice. "On the face of what I have seen so far, people are validly on visas until mid-May, nonetheless though we are concerned that people haven't turned up to events when that is the reason they were here".

Anticipation grows in Malaysia as Anwar Ibrahim's fate is decided

May 16, 2018

Smiling and looking spry in a tailored black suit, Anwar emerged from a Kuala Lumpur hospital where he had undergone surgery for a shoulder problem, giving a thumbs-up to a crowd of journalists before leaving in a vehicle without comment.

Ukraine raids Kiev offices of Russian state media

May 16, 2018

Now we know only about the acts of force taken toward the Russian mass media, the measures that restrict the freedom of our journalists and they can not get in touch. "We will act aggressively and protect the interests of Russian media to the fullest extent". Its director Kirill Vyshinsky was detained in Kyiv this morning.

Rihanna on Whether or Not She'll Attend the Royal Wedding

May 16, 2018

Many may have written it off as just another celebrity collection and the waiting time may have seemed endless but it wasn't long before the world couldn't stop talking about Rihanna's new lingerie collection. She also appreciated the then "mystery brand's" inclusion efforts, "all of us girls that were on set were all different sizes, so we knew that it was gonna be a range of sizes as well as skin colors which is really nice".

White House National Security Council cutting cyber coordinator

May 16, 2018

The National Security Council reportedly argues the move's about reducing bureaucracy, not reducing security, according to a statement obtained by several news outlets. It is unclear how those issues will now be managed in the White House. In a statement, Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., ranking Democrat on the House Homeland Security Committee, criticized Bolton for "already wreaking havoc on the National Security Council".

Authorities say 'intentional detonation' triggered explosion at California medical building

May 16, 2018

It happened Tuesday in Orange County. "The corner of that building, the whole bottom floor is pretty much blown out", fire Capt. Tony Bommarito and sheriff's officials said later that was not the case. There was no word on whether any explosive devices were in the building. Sheriff's deputies snapped photos of vehicles that were leaving the scene throughout the afternoon.

Mahathir expects to stay in power for 1-2 years

May 16, 2018

Mahathir said that whether Najib would serve time in prison would depend on the results of an investigation. The result is a political quake for Muslim-majority Malaysia, sweeping aside the government of Prime Minister Najib Razak , whose reputation was tarnished by a corruption scandal and the imposition of an unpopular sales tax.

Lawsuit filed against fetal heartbeat law

May 16, 2018

Planned Parenthood, the country's largest abortion provider, and the American Civil Liberties Union said Tuesday they will sue the state over the "heartbeat" law, which would effectively ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. The legislation would require doctors to conduct an abdominal ultrasound to test for a fetal heartbeat. Exceptions include cases of medical necessity in a physician's judgment, rape that is reported within 45 days, incest reported within 140 days, or where a ...

AU condemns Israel's "disproportionate" use of force against Palestinians

May 16, 2018

The military has said rubber-coated steel pellets, at times used for non-lethal crowd control, are not effective in preventing Gaza demonstrators from approaching or breaching the border fence. "I want them to condemn it with us", she said. On Monday afternoon, the White House blamed the death toll on the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas .

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe may face new charges

May 16, 2018

Ratcliffe said the main impact of the second open case against his wife was that authorities had suspended her application for an early release or a furlough from her existing sentence. Mr Johnson said on Monday that he would work with his colleagues in Germany and France to ensure that business could continue with Iran despite the decision by the U.S.

Tennessee attorney general sues opioid manufacturer for role in deadly epidemic

May 16, 2018

The suit was filed in Travis County District Court and alleges deceptive trade practices allegations. "My office is holding Purdue Pharma accountable for fueling the nation's opioid epidemic by deceptively marketing prescription painkillers including OxyContin when it knew their drugs were potentially unsafe and that its use had a high likelihood of leading to addiction", Attorney General Paxton said.

How the White House has been trying to stop its leaks

May 16, 2018

McMaster. Four White House officials described to CNN how a ban on personal phones in January is carried out. Deputy press secretary Raj Shah was in the daily communications meeting with about two dozen other officials last week when Kelly Sadler, a previously little-known aide, remarked that it didn't matter that McCain, an 81-year-old, six-term Republican senator with brain cancer, opposed the administration's pick to lead the Central Intelligence Agency because "he's dying anyway".

Georgia gov candidate announces 'deportation bus' tour through sanctuary cities

May 16, 2018

It wasn't enough with Roy Moore and his camp or the conspiracy theories of Fox and Friends, now there is a candidate for the governor of Georgia who campaigns in what he has called "the deportation bus ". Williams is one of seven Republicans competing for Governor Nathan Deal's (R) seat in the May 22 primary. While Williams claims he is among President Donald Trump's first elected supporters, State Attorney General Casey Cagle is considered to be the GOP front-runner.

For Gases: Australia summoned the Israeli Ambassador "on the carpet"

May 16, 2018

The healthcare system already facing serious problems due to lack of equipment and essential drugs", - said in a communique issued by the office of Minister Coveney. "We call for an global inquiry led by the United Nations", Michel said in a joint statement with Foreign Minister Didier Reynders. UK Prime Minister Theresa May has urged Israel to show restraint in the Gaza Strip amid the rallies.

Alibaba Group (BABA) Shares Bought by Vicus Capital

May 16, 2018

About 200,002 shares traded. The company's Average Earnings Estimate for the Current Fiscal quarter is $9.03, according to consensus of 24 analysts. The firm has "Buy" rating by M Partners given on Wednesday, April 19. The recent analyst consensus rating clocked at 2.5 on the shares. Alibaba Group has a one year low of $114.00 and a one year high of $206.20.

Indicted Russian Firm Accuses US Of Inventing 'Make-Believe Crime'

May 16, 2018

A Russian company that was among the first to be indicted in the USA investigation into Russian election-meddling has accused Special Counsel Robert Mueller of inventing a "make-believe crime" while trying to criminalize "free speech" on the Internet.

We have proof of Mavcom cancellation: AirAsia

May 16, 2018

It said the commission is mandated under the Malaysian Aviation Commission Act 2015 to act as an independent regulator for economic and commercial matters related to civil aviation in Malaysia. The airline said Tony's claim was backed by evidence, including communications with Mavcom executive chairperson Abdullah Ahmad. "Within 24 hours, we were summoned by the Malaysian Aviation Commission and told to cancel all those flights".

Judge: Mueller can prosecute Manafort

May 16, 2018

Manafort is scheduled for trial in DC in September. Manafort had argued that Mueller had exceeded his authority because the case was unrelated to Russian election interference. None of the charges relate to allegations of Russian election interference and possible coordination with Trump associates, the main thrust of Mueller's public appointment order.

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