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Rupture under Kathmandu may cause major earthquake: Study
The study shows that a kink in the regional fault line below Nepal explains why the highest mountains in the Himalayas are seen to grow between earthquakes.
White House assures Sikhs of their safety and security
"Sikh community has shown tremendous resilience in the face of challenges and I am confident that you will triumph" ,said Melissa Rogers in her remarks.
With eye on Assembly polls, BJP affects changes in West Bengal
The change appears to have infused a new lease of energy with BJP cadres hitting the streets in various parts of the state as part of law-violation programme.
Wearing helmet compulsory for pillion riders in Karnataka from today
According to the new rule, first time offenders will be issued a fine of Rs 100.
Charles Perrault's 388th Birthday: Google doodles memorable fairy tales by the French author
Commemorating the birth anniversary of the academician, Google has posted doodles inspired by some of Perrault's famous works.
6.4 quake hits off Indonesia, Philippines: US Geological Survey
The quake hit at 00:38 am local time (1638 GMT Monday), the US Geological Survey said, and was centred around 300 kilometres (190 miles) northeast of Manado and 320 kilometres southeast of the Philippine city of General Santos.
Government to spend Rs 11,000 crore to fix black accident spots: Gadkari
It is saddening to see that mostly youth in the age bracket of 22-33 years lose their lives. To deal with such an alarming scenario 726 black spots have been identified across the country," said the Road Transport and Highways Minister.
Why can't women be allowed in Sabarimala temple: Supreme Court
The apex court said women cannot be denied entry into the temple as long as the Constitution permits to do so.
Body of Mumbai youth who tried to save drowning girl recovered
The body, recovered near Mahim Creek, was identified to be that of the Mumbai hero who had jumped into the sea in a bid to save the girl from drowning.
Divya Dutta's mother passes away
The reason for the death was not immediately known.
'Higher education study material will be soon available free on App'
The Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani urged the students to pursue education not just for a career, but also ponder over their contribution towards the country.
Bird flu-infected Chinese woman gives birth to healthy baby
A mother in Zhaoqing city was diagnosed with H5N6 avian flu when she was 35 weeks pregnant but miraculously she gave birth to an uninfected baby.
Rahul Gandhi returns after 2-week long holiday from Europe
Rahul's return was being waited by his party with key Assembly elections and crucial Budget session round the corner.
Spectranet plans to offer high-speed broadband connection at affordable cost
Spectranet is planning to provide fixed line broadband connection with 100 mbps speed and unlimited data for about Rs 1,200 per month.
Beggars, ragpickers to manage public toilets in Delhi soon
"Under the 'Atm Nirbhar' (self-dependent) scheme, the New Delhi Municipal Corporation will provide institutional help in forming cooperatives of beggars and rag pickers," said Vijay Prakash Pandey, chairman, Department of Environment Management Services (...