Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:14:12
With no let-up in rains, the flood situation in Karnataka remained grim on Saturday as most of the rivers in the state were in spate. Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa asked people of the state not to worry as relief measures were his government’s top priority. He also said the Centre was monitoring the situation. “Relief and rehabilitation work is our top priority. Farmers and people need not have t
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Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:12:44
The Congress on Saturday demanded immediate dismissal of Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and an FIR against him over the controversial 'brides from Kashmir' remark, with party leader Rahul Gandhi claiming his comments reflect what RSS training does to the mind of a "weak, insecure and pathetic man".
Khattar hit back at Gandhi saying "weak, insecure and pathetic" are adjectives that p
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Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:10:49
Ahmedabad: Ajay Thakur roared back to form as Tamil Thalaivas notched up a 34-28 win over Gujarat Fortunegiants in the Pro Kabaddi League here on Saturday.
Ajay scored nine touch points for his side while Mohit Chhillar led the defence with a High 5 and was ably supported by Manjeet Chhillar who scored four tackle points.
Sunil Kumar scored a High 5 for Gujarat Fortunegiants but was unable
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Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:09:27
Sonia Gandhi was named interim Congress president on Saturday, returning at the helm after almost 20 months.
The announcement was made Sunday night after Congress Working Committee (CWC) accepted Rahul Gandhi's resignation during its second meeting of the day.
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Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:05:38
ction of Mysuru Division.
Rail transport in Sakleshpur- Subramanya Road ghat section has been hit adversely.
There has been unprecedented rainfall in the section.
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Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:00:24
Mangaluru: With Karnataka pummeled by incessant rain and inundated with the flood, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa is slated to visit flood-affected areas of Mangaluru on Sunday to take stock of the situation.
Around 1,024 villages in 80 talukas of 17 districts have been affected due to the floods caused by incessant rains in the region. The Chief Minister informed that 24 people have lost their
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Sat, 10 Aug 2019 13:41:41
ARAFAT: Over two million pilgrims arrived at Mount Arafat on Saturday as Hajj approached its peak.
Security authorities organized the roads and guided pilgrims in order to ensure their safe passage. The various government sectors have also offered hair, catering and medical services to worshippers.
Hajj pilgrims arrived at Mina on Friday where they remained in the city until sunrise on the s
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Sat, 10 Aug 2019 13:38:42
More than two million Muslims begin the annual Haj on Friday. "All of the arms of state have been deployed (and) we are proud to serve as 'God's hosts'," said security forces spokesman Bassam Attia.
In total some 2.5 million faithful, the majority from abroad, will undertake the pilgrimage this year.
"More than 1.8 million visas were delivered online without the need for middlemen. It's a su
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