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David Cameron makes an emotional appeal to Scots

September 11, 2014

British PM David Cameron along with the former PM John Major have come out in a major way to reach out to the Scots emotionally by appealing them to refrain from voting a ‘yes’ to the Scottish independence referendum. His ..

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John Kerry arrives in Iraq

September 11, 2014

US is trying to reach out and seek consensus of its major allies and partners for a concerted action against the growing might and territory of ISIS. In a recent turn of events, US Secretary of State John Kerry reached ..

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President Pranab Mukherjee stresses on woman education

September 8, 2014

Indian President Pranab Mukherjee presented the Saakshar Bharat Awards, 2014 at International Literacy Day which was celebrated by the National Literacy Mission Authority, Union Ministry of Human Resource Development at special celebrations organized at Vigyan Bhawan. In his speech he ..

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Tony Abott: Upbeat on possibility of Civil Nuclear Deal with India

September 5, 2014

Australian Prime Miniter Tony Abott has expressed the willingness of his government to sign a Nuclear Deal with India in his ongoing trip. Australia has been making sincere efforts since 2012 after Labor party reversed its decision to ban the ..

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Justice HL Dattu to be the next CJI

September 3, 2014

Justice HL Dattu who joined the highest court in 2008, is all set to take over the topmost post. Justice Dattu who joined as an advocate in 1975, has a long experience in all kinds of cases backing him like ..

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Amitabh Bachchan rules hearts of the Twitterrati

September 2, 2014

The towering legend of Bollywood has crossed a 10 million followers mark on Twitter which makes him the most followed man in India. Mr. Amitabh Bachchan, the man who needs no introduction is much more than a Bollywood superstar. He ..

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Modi’s Japan tour a big hit

September 2, 2014

PM Narendra Modi known for his exceptional style and elegance has won the Japanese hearts by his special gestures and words. Overwhelmed by the great hospitality and respect offered by his Japanese counterpart, Mr. Modi expressed his gratitude for such ..

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Noted Historian Bipan Chandra passes away

August 31, 2014

A Padma Bhushan awardee and a revered historian Bipan Chandra passed away after an extended illness. He had many feathers in his cap as he had served on many roles and profiles. He had served as Chairperson of the Centre ..

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From Mr. and Mrs. Smith to Mr. and Mrs. Pitt: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie married

August 29, 2014

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finally tied the knot after 9 years of togetherness, 6 kids and over 2 years of engagement. The ceremony which was a highly private affair took place on August 23, 2014 in presence of ..

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Recep Tayyip Erdogan: New President of Turkey

August 28, 2014

Recep Tayyip Erdogan was sworn in as 12th President of Turkey. He was sworn-in a ceremony held at Parliament of Turkey in Ankarra. The ceremony was attended by Heads of state from a number of countries in Eastern Europe, Africa, ..

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