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Iran’s ‘wanted’ defence minister warns Israel not to attack its N-facilities

Jerusalem, Sep. 4 (ANI): Iran’s controversial new Defence Minister Ahmad Vahid has warned Israel not to attack the country’s nuclear facilities. “Every move from the Zionist entity against Iran will be met with a harsh and powerful response from Iran,” … Continue reading

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Bangalore confirms four more swine flu deaths

Bangalore, Sep 4 (ANI): Four more swine flu deaths were reported in Karnataka on Friday, taking the H1N1 virus toll to 35 in the state. According to sources, all the four deaths occurred Bangalore. Though, the deaths happened between Sunday … Continue reading

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Four tribals die after eating mango kernel in Orissa

Koratpur (Orissa), Sep 4 (ANI): Four tribesmen died in Koraput district of Orissa after they were forced to eat a soup made of mango kernel recently. Preliminary medical reports said the soup was bacteria-infected and the tribals, who belong to … Continue reading

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Sales of dates pick up during Ramadan in Aurangabad

Aurangabad, Sep 4 (ANI): Sales of dates picks up in Aurangabad during the holy month of Ramadan, as Muslims break their ‘Roza’, with this fruit. Markets are flooded with different varieties of dates, imported from countries like Muscat, Oman, Iran, … Continue reading

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Soon, a portable optical atomic clock

Berlin, September 4 (ANI): In a new research work, a team of scientists has shown how optical atomic clocks in the future might become more compact and even portable, maybe even travel to space. The research was done by scientists … Continue reading

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Nicotine replacement therapy can cut complication risk after surgery

Washington, Sept 4 (ANI): Nicotine replacement therapy at least four weeks before surgery can almost halve the risk of poor wound healing in smokers, suggest researchers. “It is not easy to quit smoking just before an operation,” said Professor Peter … Continue reading

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Poor money savers likely to be overeaters, smokers, love cheats

Washington, Sept 4 (ANI): People who are poor at saving money are likely to have impulsive behaviour such as overeating, smoking and infidelity, according to a new study. The study conducted through the BBC website measured people’s financial impulsivity by … Continue reading

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Air India flight grounded in Mumbai as engine catches fire

Mumbai, Sep.4 (ANI): A major tragedy was avoided at Mumbai Airport on Friday morning when an emergency was declared after one of the engines of an Air India flight caught fire while getting ready to taxi off the runway. Reports … Continue reading

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Chidambaram says may not respond to Pak’s further 26/11 demands

New Delhi/Islamabad, Sep.4 (ANI): Union Home Minister P. Chidamabaram has told a private television channel that he may not respond to further demands from the Pakistan Government for information on the 26/11 attacks on Mumbai. Stating that the process has … Continue reading

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Mumbai landslide kills 12

Mumbai, Sep 4 (ANI): Twelve people, including children, were killed and 13 others injured in a landslide in Mumbai on Friday morning. According to police the incident took place in the suburban Andheri area due to the heavy rain and … Continue reading

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Sixth century stone sculpture of Hindu goddess discovered in Kashmir

Srinagar, Sep 4 (ANI): An ancient sculpture of Hindu Goddess of wealth Gajalakshmi has recently been discovered at Nagbal Lesser village in Jammu and Kashmir. The sculpture, carved out of brownish limestone, is now kept for further examination at the … Continue reading

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Postcards were the original Tweets 100 years ago

London, Sept 4 (ANI): Did you think Twittering is a new up-to-the-minute technological advancement? Well, then here’s a piece of information: The Edwardians were doing it 100 years ago – using postcards instead of computers. A study by Lancaster and … Continue reading

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YSR’s death triggers off Congress succession race in Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad, Sep.4 (ANI): Forty-eight hours after the tragic death of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Rajsekhara Reddy in a helicopter crash, a fierce succession race has begun notwithstanding the Congress party’s decision to put off the selection of a … Continue reading

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India says no to AIDS drug patents, reaffirms role as ‘pharmacy’ of poor countries

London, September 4 (ANI): India has rejected applications from two US companies for patents on two key AIDS drugs in a move that could mean more people in poor countries will have access to life-saving medicines. According to a report … Continue reading

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‘Telepathic’ microchip can help paraplegics operate PCs, TV by thought

London, September 4 (ANI): A British scientist has developed a “telepathic” microchip that can enable paraplegics to operate PCs and television by thought alone. Jon Spratley, 28, who works for Cornwall-based specialist engineering company 42 Technology, developed this chip while … Continue reading

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PM, Sonia pay homage to YSR, thousands line funeral route

Hyderabad, Sep 4 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh and Congress Party President Sonia Gandhi paid homage to former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Rajsekhar Reddy on Friday. Reddy, who died in a helicopter crash along with four others … Continue reading

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Janet Jackson to give first magazine interview since MJ’s death

New York, September 4 (ANI): Janet Jackson may soon break her silence about her the death of her brother, for she has reportedly agreed to give an exclusive interview for a journal. She is the only member of Michael Jackson’s … Continue reading

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Hilary Swank supports pet re-homing drive

Washington, September 4 (ANI): Actress Hilary Swank has urged people to support a new scheme to rehouse unwanted pets. The ‘Million Dollar Baby’ star became an ambassador for the Home 4 the IAMS Holidays Pet Adoption Campaign, which helps animals … Continue reading

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YSR’s burial to be held in Pulivendula today

Hyderabad, Sep 4 (ANI): The last rites of the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S.Rajsekhar Reddy will be held with full state honours at his native place Pulivendula in Cuddapah district today. According to sources the burial of the departed Chief … Continue reading

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Jay-Z gives full-throated reply to rap’s black critics

London, Sept 4 (ANI): Rapper Jay-Z has rubbished all criticism of hip-hop by well-known African-Americans who believe the genre degrades their ethnicity. The superstar said the protests were only for “publicity purposes”. Hip-hop recently generated a lot of disapproval from … Continue reading

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