New Delhi, Jan 19 : A delegation comprising Muslim Ulemas, intellectuals, academicians and other eminent people called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. The delegation congratulated the Prime Minister on the steps taken by the Union Government for inclusive growth, socio-economic and educational empowerment of all sections of the society including Minorities.
Day: January 19, 2017
Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi stepping out of brother’s shadow
Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi follows the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017. Lazio’s Ciro Immobile, top, celebrates after scoring during the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017.
The Latest: Yale-educated economist takes key European post
President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi speaks during a news conference after a meeting of the governing council in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi speaks during a news conference after a meeting of the governing council in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017.
ECB keeps stimulus on high even as economy picks up
President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi waits for the beginning of a news conference after a meeting of the governing council in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi waits for the beginning of a news conference after a meeting of the governing council in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017.
Gambia president-elect set for inauguration in Senegal
The streets of Banjul are deserted Wednesday Jan. 18, 2017. Special flights were being organized Wednesday to evacuate British and other tourists from Gambia, where the threat of a regional military intervention loomed as President Yahya Jammeh’s mandate expires on Thursday after he lost elections in December.
Koeman open to moves for Deulofeu and Jagielka
Ronald Koeman would be happy to let Gerard Deulofeu leave Everton – and captain Phil Jagielka could also be nearing the exit door. AC Milan have been in negotiations over a loan move for winger Deulofeu but the terms of the deal have been a sticking point and no agreement has been reached.
Care workers found not guilty following Bawsey Pits drowning trial
Support workers who had been on trial accused of failing to take care of a teenager who drowned at Bawsey Pits, near King’s Lynn, have today been found not guilty. Umar Balogun, 16, drowned whilst on a trip to a former sand quarry on July 16, 2013, accompanied by support workers Vanda Cawley and Kevin Roweth.
Chelsea interest will disappear if Traore loses focus – Karanka
Adama Traore has been warned not to risk losing his place in the Middlesbrough team by getting carried away with Premier League leaders Chelsea’s pursuit of him. The Blues are understood to have registered an interest in the 20-year-old Spanish winger, who only joined Boro from Aston Villa in August, after a series of high-octane individual displays in the top flight.
Of Cranes’ slow start, tourney of few goals
The anxious fans along routes to the different stadiums on match days paint the picture even better. However, that has not reflected well on the field of play thus far Uganda’s squad midfielder Hassan Wasswa, midfielder Geoffrey Kizito, midfielder Mike Azira, defender Joseph Ochaya, goalkeeper Denis Onyango, forward Geoffrey Massa, defender Denis Iguma, midfielder Tony Mawejje, forward Farouk Miya, defender Isaac Isinde and forward Luwagga William Kizito pose for a group picture ahead of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations group D football match between Ghana and Uganda in Port-Gentil on January 17, 2017.
Man is cleared of all charges
Two charges of making a threat to kill and two assault charges against a 24-year-old man were dismissed on Wednesday at Craigavon Magistrates Court. Phelim Leathem, Boconnell Lane, Lurgan, was aquitted on all the charges alleged to have happened on May 2 last year.
Columbia’s Rashid Khalidi Hits Back at Charges of Anti-Semitism
Rashid Khalidi admits that recent comments about right-wing influences “infesting” American and Israeli politics could have been expressed better. But the Columbia professor and Palestinian rights advocate said he was not singling out Jews.
‘Red alert’ issued and millions warned to stay at home as London is hit by toxic air from Germany
A red alert has been issued in eight London boroughs, including Kingston and Wandsworth, with millions of residents warned to stay indoors as toxic air sweeps in from Germany. The warning to stay indoors was issued by London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who has told residents to avoid busy roads in the capital.
Dharamshala declared second capital of Himachal Pradesh
Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on Thursday declared Dharamshala, situated in the snow-capped Dhauladhar range, the second capital of Himachal Pradesh. Camping at Dharamshala these days during the second week of his annual winter sojourn, he made this declaration which said that the State government was mulling over declaring Dharamshala as Winter Capital of the State for two months in a year.
Six Britons killed in minibus crash on Saudi Arabia pilgrimage
Six Britons have died in a minibus crash in Saudi Arabia on their way back from a pilgrimage to Mecca. A couple from Glasgow and four people believed to be from Manchester died in the incident near Medina on Wednesday.
Samajwadi Party not to ally with RLD, tie-up only with Congress in Uttar Pradesh1 hour ago
Lucknow, Jan 19: Dashing the hopes of a ‘maha gathbandhan’ against the BJP in Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party today ruled out any alliance with the Rashtriya Lok Dal but asserted that it would have a tie-up with Congress. “We will forge an alliance only with the Congress.
US Lifts Gun Ban
THE United States has resumed the authorisation process for firearm export licences to Jamaica, lifting an almost two-month ban that was imposed in November last year. The US Embassy in Kingston said in a news release yesterday that the State Department has resumed the authorisation process, considering each case on its merits.
Plea in Supreme Court seeking removal of RBI directors over note ban28 min ago
New Delhi, Jan 19: A petition has been filed in Supreme Court seeking removal of the present Board of Directors of Reserve Bank of India for not following its mandate and recommending demonetisation of Rs 1000 and Rs 500 currency notes on the advice of the Centre. The petition said that the central bank has failed to “prepare a plan, feasibility and impact assessment of note-banning and chose to act on the advice of Central Government, without application of mind”.
Court assessors shun Muslim clerics trial
The three court assessors in the murder and terrorism trial of 14 Muslim leaders, including leader of Tabliq Sect Sheikh Yunus Kamoga, yesterday did not show up at court and did not explain why. Accused.
Jallikattu protesters keep up pressure, government mulls options14 min ago
Chennai/New Delhi, Jan 19: Protests demanding jallikattu swelled on the streets of Tamil Nadu after agitators rejected statements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister O Panneerselvam and the state braced for a shutdown tomorrow. Late night reports indicated that the state government could consider promulgating an ordinance to ensure holding of jallikattu or convene the Assembly for adopting a resolution in its favour.
Rescuers search for 30 after avalanche hits Italian hotel
Rescue workers on skis reached a four-star spa hotel buried by an avalanche in earthquake-stricken central Italy Thursday, reporting no signs of life as they searched for around 30 people believed trapped inside. Three bodies were recovered as heavy vehicles struggled to get to the scene.
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MSP hits out at Angus and Mearns Clydesdale Bank closures
A local politician believes Clydesdale Bank has “abandoned” its rural customers with the news of the closure of three of its branches in the Angus and Mearns area. Mairi Evans, Angus North and Mearns MSP, has hit out at the bank’s announcement that its Brechin, Forfar and Stonehaven branches are to close as three of 40 offices that are being axed across Scotland.
Why Azerbaijan buys so many armaments
In political arena Azerbaijan is trying to make use of possible mechanisms of international institutions, too. Especially in case of the OSCE, where decisions are made by consensus.
North Korea prepares missile launch for inauguration day
North Korea is preparing to test new rockets, a report said Thursday, after its leader Kim Jong-Un said the country was in the final stages of developing inter-continental ballistic missiles. Pyongyang’s missile programme and its pursuit of nuclear arms have seen it repeatedly sanctioned by the UN Security Council.
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Cornish firm unveils plans for UK’s only lithium mining operation
Cornwall looks set for a mining revival amid plans to tap into huge reserves of precious metal lithium in what could put the UK at the forefront of a potential A 70 billion global market. Lithium – dubbed “white petroleum” – is used in the rapidly growing market for electric cars and rechargeable batteries in everything from mobile phones to cordless vacuums.
30 missing in central Italy avalanche that buries hotel
Rescue workers were met with an eerie silence Thursday when they reached a four-star spa hotel struck by an avalanche in a mountainous earthquake-stricken region of central Italy. At least 30 people were missing, including at least two children, authorities said.
Cold intensifies in MP
Bhopal : Courtesy winds changing direction from southwest to northeast, cold intensified – after a brief respite in the past two days – at several places in Madhya Pradesh. “Cold wave is likely to blow over the Chambal Division’s northern parts in the next 24 hours.
Collapse of burning Tehran high-rise kills 30 firefighters
A high-rise building in Tehran engulfed by a fire collapsed on Thursday, killing at least 30 firefighters and injuring some 75 people, state media reported. The disaster struck the Plasco building, an iconic structure in central Tehran just north of the capital’s sprawling bazaar.
Buried hotel one of many snow rescues in Italy
An Italian firefighters helicopter flies during rescue operations in the area where an hotel was hit by an avalanche in Farindola, Italy, early Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. A hotel in the mountainous region hit again by quakes has been covered by an avalanche, with reports of dead.
Historic trees cut down after disease strikes in Bedford
Bedford Borough Council began work to remove the six ailing horse chestnut trees from Rothsay Road and Rothsay Place, Bedford. The remaining trees will receive a combination of dead wood removal and pruning of lower branches for the safety of vehicles and pedestrians.
Fugitive wanted in fatal 2010 hit-and-run arrested in Peru
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Court apology for Tunisia massacre families over ‘distressing’ inquest evidence
The families of Britons killed in a terrorist attack in Tunisia have received an apology after they had to sit through “distressing” inquest evidence with no prior warning. The hearing into the deaths of the 30 British holidaymakers in Sousse in June 2015 began on Wednesday with an apology to the relatives in court.
Tigerair to resume flights between Australia and Bali
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Philippine police chief apologizes to South Korea in killing
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Saudi economic agenda tied to human rights
An economic agenda in Saudi Arabia, Vision 2030, which aims to boost non-oil revenue could lead to a better human rights record, the United Nations said. According to assessments from the Office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, most people in Saudi Arabia are “convinced” poverty has been eradicated in the country.
Stars of ‘Hidden Figures’ among SAG Awards presenters
” The nominated stars of “Moonlight,” ”Hidden Figures,” ”Manchester by the Sea” and “Captain Fantastic” will be among the presenters at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Producers announced Thursday that Mahershala Ali and Naomie Harris of “Moonlight,” Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monae of “Hidden Figures,” Casey Affleck and Lucas Hedges of “Manchester by the Sea” and “Captain Fantastic” star Viggo Mortensen will take on presentation duties at the Jan. 29 ceremony in Los Angeles.
Jordan boosts border forces amid IS threat from Iraq, Syria
” A senior Jordanian military commander says the kingdom faces a growing threat to its border as Islamic State extremists in neighboring Iraq and Syria are being dislodged from their strongholds by military offensives. Brig.