Saturday 31 October 2015

Annual Fee Hearing 2015

Annual Fee Hearing for 2015 - Sections 10226 and 11011 of the Business and Professions Code require at least one regulation hearing each calendar year to review the certain fees within the Regulations of the Real Estate Commissioner. The required hearing for calendar year 2015 will be on December 8, 2015, at 10:00 AM at the Bureau of Real Estate's Sacramento Office. For details or information on making a written comment in advance of the hearing, please see the attached Notice (published October 23, 2015). (Rev 10/30/2015)
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Friday 30 October 2015

Licensee Advisory

Advisory to Licensees How does the new TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule affect the MLDS? (Rev 10/16/2015)
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Thursday 29 October 2015

Licensee Advisory

Advisory to Licensees How does the new TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule affect the MLDS? (Rev 10/16/2015)
http://goo.gl/HXqz1F

Wednesday 28 October 2015

Licensee Advisory

Advisory to Licensees How does the new TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule affect the MLDS? (Rev 10/16/2015)
http://goo.gl/HXqz1F

Monday 26 October 2015

3 Home Improvements You Can Make With $5,000


Filed under: Design, How To Courtesy of White Buffalo Styling Co.via Zillow By Lindsay Jackman For a renovation budget of $5,000, you can add some serious functional upgrades to your home. Kitchens and bathrooms are smart places to focus your dollars. They are hardworking rooms that you'll enjoy using, but also among the first rooms a future buyer will want to see. Another practical way to increase the function of your house is by adding living space. While you can't do an actual home addition for $5,000, you can create a functional outdoor living space that increases your usable square footage. Here's how to complete each of these three renovation projects on a $5,000 budget. (If you have a little more to spend, consider what you can do for $10,000.) Upgrading to Custom Kitchen Cabinets ​Creating a more functional and beautiful kitchen is a win-win, and one way to achieve that goal is by upgrading your cabinetry. For this price-point, you could design cabinets that work for you, the way you use your kitchen, and your kitchen layout. Custom cabinets allow you to maximize storage for the space that you have. Installing a Tile Shower Nothing says luxury in a master bath like a standing tiled shower with glass door. For $5,000, you could remove the standard bath insert and surround and put in a custom tiled shower. For additional function, tile in a corner bench and soap shelf. You'll feel like you're visiting a luxurious resort in the comfort of your own home. Courtesy of White Buffalo Styling Co.via Zillow Create an Outdoor Living Area Boosting square footage is a great idea for you and future buyers, but additions are expensive. Adding a fabulous outdoor patio can drastically increase your usable living space for a much smaller price tag. The options for patio material include chipped granite, pavers or flagstone. Adding mulch in beds surrounding the patio will really make a visual statement, and keep the patio from looking like it's floating in your backyard. Courtesy of White Buffalo Styling Co.via Zillow Build a pergola or covered seating area to create more visual appeal and boost the space's usability. You can hang lights or fans overhead in the structure -- and if it's covered, you'll have a spot to escape the weather. While this upgrade benefits you, it's also a big selling feature. Most homes don't have an attractive outdoor living area, and adding this amenity will make buyers flock to your listing. Any of these three updates will make you love your home in a whole new way. You can't go wrong with improving kitchen storage, upgrading your current bathroom, or increasing your potential living space by taking to the outdoors. See more home design inspiration.  Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments http://goo.gl/dI8az7

Updated Classics: Displaying Books

Classic Pick: Color-blocking your book collection is a no-fail way to make a vibrant statement (it dominates Pinterest for a reason!). In this living space designed by Theresa Casey, each shelf is devoted to a single lively hue, offsetting the more sedate grey-painted shelves and paneling in the space. Fresh Spin: We spotted this low, […]
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Could a valuable housing policy help elect the next President?

The troubling conditions in housing should be a top-tier issue in the 2016 presidential campaign. Yet, so far this primary season, the word “housing” has barely passed the lips of the presidential candidates of either party. That needs to change and here's why.
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How to Turn a Dresser into a Bath Vanity


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Premier Inn announces flurry of deals

Whitbread has announced a series of development deals and planning consents for new Premier Inn sites, which will add 1,100 bedrooms to the brand’s UK total.
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Friday 23 October 2015

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Real estate today: Older buyers, more bathrooms


The housing market is finally starting to be a real boost to the U.S. economy, but it's different today than before the recession. http://goo.gl/FOo2fs

Wednesday 21 October 2015

Licensee Advisory

Advisory to Licensees How does the new TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule affect the MLDS? (Rev 10/16/2015)
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Tuesday 20 October 2015

Think your rent's too darn high? Just wait

While some thought the skyrocketing rents of 2014 couldn't be sustained, they did, and then some.
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Monday 19 October 2015

Gardens and Mountains in Australia

This luxury period-style home on more than 50,000 square feet of land has a national park out the back door and is just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.
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Friday 16 October 2015

MBS RECAP: Stock Lever Disengaged as Bonds (Mostly) Hold Ground


Posted To: MBS CommentaryStocks put in another day of gains today. This is important for 2 reasons. First, they--and by "they," I mean the S&P and S&P futures, which is the closest thing we have to an archetypal representative (like Treasuries are for bond markets)--ended yesterday's session right on an important technical ceiling that had, thus far, prevented a bounce back from the late August sell-off. It's also important because stocks and bond yields have been quite correlated of late. In other words, an 'up day' in stocks ran the risk of putting upward pressure on rates. Instead, rates held their ground for a 2nd straight day. Once again, this was more true for mortgage rates specifically as Treasuries lost a bit of ground. The MBS outperformance can be explained as easily as...(read more)Forward this article via email:  Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it. http://goo.gl/vAqf3i

Mortgage Rates Steady Near 5-Month Lows


Posted To: Mortgage Rate WatchMortgage rates had a tremendously uneventful day, holding roughly the same levels as those seen yesterday and the day before. In this case, a lack of movement is a good thing considering rates are very close to their best levels in more than 5 months. In fact, only 2 days have been any better during that time. Most lenders are quoting conventional 30yr fixed rates of 3.75% to 3.875% on top tier scenarios. The strength in rates is particularly welcome news considering it's accompanied by strength in stocks. In recent weeks, rates have been more likely than normal to be moving in the same direction as stock prices on any given day. If the normal relationship had held up, we definitely would have seen rates move higher over the past two days. While that is heartening today, it can also serve as...(read more)Forward this article via email:  Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it. http://goo.gl/ao1Yaf

MBS MID-DAY: Bond Markets Treading Water and Watching The Clock


Posted To: MBS CommentaryFriday's trading has been slightly less exciting and has cut a much narrower range than Thursday's trading. Markets might as well not even be open . (If that doesn't excite you and make you want to read the rest of this update, I don't know what will). The overnight session was beyond flat, with the 10yr trading range best described as "less than 1bp," for the most part. Stock futures remained capped near yesterday's closing levels or just above, but again, bonds haven't done anything to chase yesterday afternoon's stock market strength. The domestic session opened with bonds in slightly stronger territory, but trending toward weaker levels. The economic data didn't really do anything to help or hinder those endeavors. The 10am Consumer Sentiment release...(read more)Forward this article via email:  Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it. http://goo.gl/MQXrA0

HMDA Rule Released, Many Small Depositories Will Be Exempt


Posted To: MND NewsWireThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued its final rule outlining information lenders must report under the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) . CFPB said the rules that have been in place regarding HMDA data have not kept pace with the market's evolution, For example, not providing adequate information about certain loan features that helped contribute to the mortgage crisis, such as adjustable-rate mortgages and non-amortizing loans. HMDA, originally enacted in 1975, requires many lenders to report information about the home loans for which they receive applications or that they originate or purchase. In 2014, 7,062 financial institutions reported information about approximately 11.9 million mortgage applications, preapprovals, and loans. The information is available to...(read more)Forward this article via email:  Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it. http://goo.gl/uur3kj

Thursday 15 October 2015

Gardens and Mountains in Australia

This luxury period-style home on more than 50,000 square feet of land has a national park out the back door and is just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.
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Current Conditions : 67.3F / 19.6C, Scattered Clouds - 7:56 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 67.3°F / 19.6°C | Humidity: 88% | Pressure: 29.99in / 1016hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Scattered Clouds | Wind Direction: NE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 63.1F / 17.3C, Partly Cloudy - 7:00 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 63.1°F / 17.3°C | Humidity: 79% | Pressure: 29.81in / 1009.4hPa (Steady) | Conditions: Partly Cloudy | Wind Direction: WNW | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 66.6F / 19.2C, Overcast - 5:55 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 66.6°F / 19.2°C | Humidity: 88% | Pressure: 29.98in / 1015hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Overcast | Wind Direction: East | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 67.3F / 19.6C, Partly Cloudy - 4:54 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 67.3°F / 19.6°C | Humidity: 87% | Pressure: 29.92in / 1013hPa (Steady) | Conditions: Partly Cloudy | Wind Direction: ESE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 68.5F / 20.3C, Mostly Cloudy - 3:38 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 68.5°F / 20.3°C | Humidity: 86% | Pressure: 29.92in / 1013hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 2.7mph / 4.3km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 69.3F / 20.7C, Mostly Cloudy - 2:52 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 69.3°F / 20.7°C | Humidity: 82% | Pressure: 29.97in / 1015hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 1.7mph / 2.7km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 68.9F / 20.5C, Light Thunderstorms and Rain - 1:50 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 68.9°F / 20.5°C | Humidity: 85% | Pressure: 29.98in / 1015hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Light Thunderstorms and Rain | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 70.0F / 21.1C, Thunderstorm - 12:50 AM PDT Oct. 15


Temperature: 70.0°F / 21.1°C | Humidity: 83% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Thunderstorm | Wind Direction: NE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 71.8F / 22.1C, Thunderstorm - 11:49 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 71.8°F / 22.1°C | Humidity: 74% | Pressure: 29.97in / 1015hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Thunderstorm | Wind Direction: ENE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Wednesday 14 October 2015

Current Conditions : 72.9F / 22.7C, Mostly Cloudy - 10:48 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 72.9°F / 22.7°C | Humidity: 68% | Pressure: 29.97in / 1015hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: NNE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 74.7F / 23.7C, Scattered Clouds - 9:48 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 74.7°F / 23.7°C | Humidity: 63% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Scattered Clouds | Wind Direction: NE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 77.0F / 25.0C, Scattered Clouds - 8:45 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 77.0°F / 25.0°C | Humidity: 58% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Scattered Clouds | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 78.3F / 25.7C, Scattered Clouds - 7:59 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 78.3°F / 25.7°C | Humidity: 50% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Rising) | Conditions: Scattered Clouds | Wind Direction: NNE | Wind Speed: 0.0mph / 0.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 79.9F / 26.6C, Mostly Cloudy - 6:58 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 79.9°F / 26.6°C | Humidity: 44% | Pressure: 29.92in / 1013hPa (Steady) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 2.7mph / 4.3km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 83.3F / 28.5C, Mostly Cloudy - 5:57 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 83.3°F / 28.5°C | Humidity: 41% | Pressure: 29.92in / 1013hPa (Steady) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 5.3mph / 8.5km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 89.1F / 31.7C, Mostly Cloudy - 4:57 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 89.1°F / 31.7°C | Humidity: 36% | Pressure: 29.92in / 1013hPa (Steady) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: SW | Wind Speed: 3.7mph / 6.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 93.2F / 34.0C, Mostly Cloudy - 3:57 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 93.2°F / 34.0°C | Humidity: 30% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Falling) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: WNW | Wind Speed: 8.3mph / 13.4km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 92.7F / 33.7C, Mostly Cloudy - 2:55 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 92.7°F / 33.7°C | Humidity: 29% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Falling) | Conditions: Mostly Cloudy | Wind Direction: NNW | Wind Speed: 3.7mph / 6.0km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 89.2F / 31.8C, Partly Cloudy - 1:54 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 89.2°F / 31.8°C | Humidity: 30% | Pressure: 29.93in / 1013hPa (Falling) | Conditions: Partly Cloudy | Wind Direction: WSW | Wind Speed: 4.2mph / 6.8km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Current Conditions : 91.0F / 32.8C, Partly Cloudy - 1:00 PM PDT Oct. 14


Temperature: 91.0°F / 32.8°C | Humidity: 36% | Pressure: 29.96in / 1014hPa (Falling) | Conditions: Partly Cloudy | Wind Direction: West | Wind Speed: 2.0mph / 3.2km/h http://goo.gl/nvB5zz

Tuesday 13 October 2015

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Shiv Sena says ‘lover of Pakistan’ Kulkarni is equal to ‘a hundred Kasabs’

Shiv Sena mouthpiece ‘Saamana’ referred to Sudheendra Kulkarni as a ‘lover of Pakistan’ and even went to the extent of comparing him with 26/11 terrorist Ajmal Kasab. The post Shiv Sena says ‘lover of Pakistan’ Kulkarni is equal to ‘a hundred Kasabs’ appeared first on Firstpost.
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With Muslim population rising in Bengal, RSS says branches may double in state

The RSS says its membership is growing. RSS Joint General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale predicted the number of RSS branches in West Bengal would rise to 1,200 next year from 650 in 2013. There is no independent measure of RSS membership. The post With Muslim population rising in Bengal, RSS says branches may double in state appeared first on Firstpost.
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Gandhi, Jinnah tried to avoid partition, says Khurshid Kasuri

Former Pakistan Foreign Minister Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri said on Tuesday the Indian sub-continent's history would have been different if Mahatma Gandhi and Mohammed Ali Jinnah had succeeded in their efforts to keep the country united. The post Gandhi, Jinnah tried to avoid partition, says Khurshid Kasuri appeared first on Firstpost.
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Two Assamese writers to return Akademi awards to express disapproval of ‘growing intolerance’

Noted Assamese authors Nirupama Borgohain and Homen Borgohain on Tuesday announced that they were going to return their Sahitya Akademi awards. The post Two Assamese writers to return Akademi awards to express disapproval of ‘growing intolerance’ appeared first on Firstpost.
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Uddhav felicitates Shiv Sena men who attacked Kulkarni as State cedes ground to the fringe

Fringe forces have become powerful because the State has ceded space to them. That might also be the reason for Shiv Sena's attack on Kulkarni. The post Uddhav felicitates Shiv Sena men who attacked Kulkarni as State cedes ground to the fringe appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/hiY4hT

Netaji’s family members to meet PM on Wednesday, will seek declassification of files

Family members of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday when they are expected to seek declassification of all the files related to the leader whose mysterious disappearance 70 years ago continues to be a talking point. The post Netaji’s family members to meet PM on Wednesday, will seek declassification of files appeared first on Firstpost.
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Uber’s plea to ply: Delhi High Court seeks Centre, AAP govt’s replies

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought responses from the Centre and the Aam Aadmi Party government on Uber's plea that the authorities be restrained from interfering with its business. The post Uber’s plea to ply: Delhi High Court seeks Centre, AAP govt’s replies appeared first on Firstpost.
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Punjabi author returns Padma Shri protesting ‘growing intolerance’, more writers join dissent

Eminent Punjabi writer and Padma Shri winner Dalip Kaur Tiwana on Tuesday decided to return her award protesting "recurrent atrocities" on Muslims in the country as another Kannada writer joined authors giving up their Sahitya Akademi Awards against "growing intolerance". The post Punjabi author returns Padma Shri protesting ‘growing intolerance’, more writers join dissent appeared first on Firstpost.
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Ahead of vigilance awareness week, President Pranab Mukherjee calls for corruption to be treated like disease

President Pranab Mukherjee says, "Corruption affects the growth of a nation, reduces the government's income and creates inequalities. The post Ahead of vigilance awareness week, President Pranab Mukherjee calls for corruption to be treated like disease appeared first on Firstpost.
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Rushdie dismisses criticism by ‘Modi Toadies’, says ‘liberty my only party’

Booker Prize winning author Salman Rushdie, who came under attack for backing authors protesting against "rising intolerance" in the country, rubbished the criticism by "Modi Toadies", saying he supported no political party but was against "thuggish violence" The post Rushdie dismisses criticism by ‘Modi Toadies’, says ‘liberty my only party’ appeared first on Firstpost.
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Three months on, prosecutor Rohini Salian reveals NIA officer who asked her to ‘go soft’

More than three months after special public prosecutor Rohini Salian first alleged that she was pressurized to go soft on the 2008 Malegaon blasts case, she has revealed the name of the officer who asked her to do so. The post Three months on, prosecutor Rohini Salian reveals NIA officer who asked her to ‘go soft’ appeared first on Firstpost.
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Kannada writer Rahamat Tarikere returns Sahitya Akademi award

Joining the bandwagon of writers and poets protesting "growing intolerance", Kannada writer Prof Rahamat Tarikere has returned his Sahitya Akademi award in protest against the killing of scholar M M Kalburgi and rationalists Narendra Dabholkar and Govind Pansare. The post Kannada writer Rahamat Tarikere returns Sahitya Akademi award appeared first on Firstpost.
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In relief for Amit Shah, SC turns down ex-IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt’s plea seeking SIT probe

SC on Tuesday dismissed the plea of sacked Gujarat cadre IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt seeking a court-monitored SIT probe in relation to the two FIRs lodged against him. The post In relief for Amit Shah, SC turns down ex-IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt’s plea seeking SIT probe appeared first on Firstpost.
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Monday 12 October 2015

Shiv Sena photo booth: Wearing black paint in public is a defiance of high order; well done, Kulkarni !

What’s so surprising about Shiv Sena workers blackening the face of Sudheendra Kulkarni? Nothing really. The post Shiv Sena photo booth: Wearing black paint in public is a defiance of high order; well done, Kulkarni ! appeared first on Firstpost.
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People like Sudheendra Kulkarni real threat to country: Shiv Sena’s latest offensive

Shiv Sena mouthpiece ‘Saamana’ referred to Sudheendra Kulkarni as a ‘lover of Pakistan’ and even went to the extent of comparing him with 26/11 terrorist Ajmal Kasab. The post People like Sudheendra Kulkarni real threat to country: Shiv Sena’s latest offensive appeared first on Firstpost.
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From inaugurating Durga Puja to meeting Mamata Banerjee, football legend Pele’s day out in Kolkata

Football legend Pele's first day in Kolkata was spent with AR Rahman, Sourav Ganguly and CM Mamata Banerjee enjoying in the City of Joy. The post From inaugurating Durga Puja to meeting Mamata Banerjee, football legend Pele’s day out in Kolkata appeared first on Firstpost.
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Shooting for safety? Model allegedly pulls out gun to scare molesters in Delhi

In a dramatic incident, a Mumbai-based model allegedly whipped out a gun at a retail outlet in Karol Bagh in Delhi to thwart two men whom she claimed had tried to molest her The post Shooting for safety? Model allegedly pulls out gun to scare molesters in Delhi appeared first on Firstpost.
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From Nayantara Sahgal to Rajesh Joshi: Here’s a list of noted authors who returned Sahitya Akademi awards

Here are the list of writers who have returned their Sahitya Akademi Award over the last week in protest. The post From Nayantara Sahgal to Rajesh Joshi: Here’s a list of noted authors who returned Sahitya Akademi awards appeared first on Firstpost.
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New recruits to Hindu cause hear anti-Muslim message | Reuters

KOLKATA As a teenager, Uttam Shaha says he used to watch scornfully from his bedroom window as men in brown shorts performed martial exercises in a car park below. Like many Indians then, he viewed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as a fringe group. Now 43, Shaha is a recent RSS recruit in Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal. The post New recruits to Hindu cause hear anti-Muslim message | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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PM Modi has made global impact with his foreign visits: US NGO

Praising the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a US-based NGO on Monday said his systematic approach in reaching out to the rest of the world, including his recent visit to Silicon Valley, has made a huge global impact which will bring concrete benefits, specially in terms of foreign investments for India, in the coming future. The post PM Modi has made global impact with his foreign visits: US NGO appeared first on Firstpost.
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Four-year-old girl raped in Delhi, four persons detained

Four persons were detained on Monday in connection with the rape of a four-year-old girl at northwest Delhi's Keshav Puram area, said police. The post Four-year-old girl raped in Delhi, four persons detained appeared first on Firstpost.
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Vehicles entering Delhi will have to pay environment charge from 1 November: SC

Light duty vehicles would have to pay environment charge of Rs 700 and three-axle vehicles Rs 1,300 for entering Delhi, said Supreme Court. The post Vehicles entering Delhi will have to pay environment charge from 1 November: SC appeared first on Firstpost.
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Shiv Sena’s ink on Sudheendra Kulkarni leaves a blot on the face of every Indian

No, the Shiv Sena doesn't represent anything Indian; not its culture, not its social and human values; not even a drop of the blood that sings in the vein of our soldiers. India and its soldiers are brave, they do not believe in dastardly attacks and know their real enemies. The post Shiv Sena’s ink on Sudheendra Kulkarni leaves a blot on the face of every Indian appeared first on Firstpost.
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Police lodge FIR against unidentified persons for blackening face of Sudheendra Kulkarni

Police on Monday registered an FIR against unidentified persons for blackening the face of ORF chairman Sudheendra Kulkarni. The post Police lodge FIR against unidentified persons for blackening face of Sudheendra Kulkarni appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/imJHbr

Bihar Polls: Over 50 per cent voting recorded till 3 PM

In the first phase of voting, more than 50 per cent voting was recorded as polling ended at 3 PM in some of the 49 Assembly seats of Bihar. The post Bihar Polls: Over 50 per cent voting recorded till 3 PM appeared first on Firstpost.
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Louis Berger bribery case: Churchill Alemao, Anand Wachasundar granted bail

A special court in Panaji granted bail to former Goa PWD minister Churchill Alemao and former project director Anand Wachasundar in the Louis Berger case. The post Louis Berger bribery case: Churchill Alemao, Anand Wachasundar granted bail appeared first on Firstpost.
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Shiv Sena blackens Sudheendra Kulkarni’s face in protest against ex-Pak minister’s book

Kulkarni, Chairman, Observer Research Foundation, said he was attacked and his face blackened by members of the Shiv Sena, who has opposed to his scheduled moderation during the launch of the book. The post Shiv Sena blackens Sudheendra Kulkarni’s face in protest against ex-Pak minister’s book appeared first on Firstpost.
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Girl shot by goons in a bag snatching incident in Delhi

In Delhi a 10-year-old girl was shot in the leg, allegedly by two bikers who tried to snatch her mother's belongings The post Girl shot by goons in a bag snatching incident in Delhi appeared first on Firstpost.
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Woman pushed off running train in West Bengal by GRP constable

In West Bengal a woman passenger was pushed off a running train by a GRP constable following an altercation with her husband The post Woman pushed off running train in West Bengal by GRP constable appeared first on Firstpost.
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IKEA partners with UNDP to empower one million women in India

IKEA Foundation has partnered with UNDP, to provide employment and entrepreneurship opportunities to one million underprivileged women across India. The post IKEA partners with UNDP to empower one million women in India appeared first on Firstpost.
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Maoist arrested, huge cache of cane bombs seized

On the basis of information obtained from the arrested Maoist, the police seized four cane bombs, each weighing 30 kg from Mathurapur village. The post Maoist arrested, huge cache of cane bombs seized appeared first on Firstpost.
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Sunday 11 October 2015

Bribery sting a body blow to Nitish’s sushasan plank; may impact first phase of Bihar polls

The sting video showing Awadhesh Prasad Kushwaha accepting a Rs four lakh bribe will change the internal dynamics of the Mahagathbandhan The post Bribery sting a body blow to Nitish’s sushasan plank; may impact first phase of Bihar polls appeared first on Firstpost.
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New political generation of leaders was born during the Emergency: Narendra Modi

Modi termed the Emergency as the biggest blow to democracy and said its memories should be kept alive to draw lessons to further fortify the democratic framework The post New political generation of leaders was born during the Emergency: Narendra Modi appeared first on Firstpost.
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Khurshid Kasuri book launch to be held as scheduled despite Sena threat, say organizers

A key organiser of the Mumbai launch of a book written by former Pakistan foreign minister Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri has said the event will continue as scheduled on Monday. The post Khurshid Kasuri book launch to be held as scheduled despite Sena threat, say organizers appeared first on Firstpost.
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Castration and slaughter : If we care about cows and bulls so much, why do we treat them so badly?

If talk of castration, homosexuality, slaughter and animal sex disturb you, don't read any further The post Castration and slaughter : If we care about cows and bulls so much, why do we treat them so badly? appeared first on Firstpost.
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Rosberg curses bad luck as title hopes slip away | Reuters

SOCHI, Russia Nico Rosberg vowed to bounce back and win the next race in Texas but in his heart he knows his Formula One title hopes are over for another year after retiring from Sunday's Russian Grand Prix. The post Rosberg curses bad luck as title hopes slip away | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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Anti-Emergency movement gave the inspiration to fight repression: PM Modi

Modi termed the Emergency as the biggest blow to democracy and said its memories should be kept alive to draw lessons to further fortify the democratic framework The post Anti-Emergency movement gave the inspiration to fight repression: PM Modi appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/J8QxWQ

Hits and misses in Sushma Swaraj’s logjam-breaking Maldives visit

Sushma Swaraj, who has consciously been keeping a low profile as foreign minister for last over 16 months, has just completed a delicate mission with the conclusion of her two-day visit to Maldives on Sunday. The post Hits and misses in Sushma Swaraj’s logjam-breaking Maldives visit appeared first on Firstpost.
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Hamilton wins dramatic Russian Grand Prix | Reuters

SOCHI, Russia Lewis Hamilton won a dramatic Russian Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday to take a huge step towards his third world championship after Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg retired with throttle failure. Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel finished runner-up to overtake Rosberg as Hamilton's closest rival, 66 points adrift of the Briton with four races and a maximum 100 points remaining. If results go Hamilton's way, he can secure his second successive title in Austin, Texas, in two weeks' time. The post Hamilton wins dramatic Russian Grand Prix | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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PM Modi lays foundation stone Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone of an ambitious project which will more than double the capacity of the country's largest container port JNPT in next two years. The post PM Modi lays foundation stone Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust appeared first on Firstpost.
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4-year-old raped in Delhi: Enough already, stronger anti-rape laws are our only option

Unless there is a fast track court for handling cases of brutality to minors (as a start) and the death penalty is a given option nothing is going to change. The post 4-year-old raped in Delhi: Enough already, stronger anti-rape laws are our only option appeared first on Firstpost.
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Decision on combat roles for women in armed forces will be made soon, says Parrikar

Defence minister Manohar Parrikar on Sunday said here that his ministry was examining how a combat role can be assigned to the women in the armed forces. The post Decision on combat roles for women in armed forces will be made soon, says Parrikar appeared first on Firstpost.
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No end to sexual abuse in Delhi: Four-year-old girl brutally raped, left abandoned near rail line

A four-year-old girl was allegedly raped by an unidentified accused in a slum dwelling in north west Delhi's Keshav Puram area. The post No end to sexual abuse in Delhi: Four-year-old girl brutally raped, left abandoned near rail line appeared first on Firstpost.
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Mentally challenged teenage girl allegedly raped by 50-year-old man in Thane

A mentally challenged teenaged girl was allegedly raped repeatedly by a 50-year-old man at a village in the district, police said on Sunday. The post Mentally challenged teenage girl allegedly raped by 50-year-old man in Thane appeared first on Firstpost.
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PM-level talks between India, Pakistan shouldn’t be without preparations: Ex-Pak Foreign Minister

Summit talks between PMs of India and Pakistan should not take place without any "proper preparations", said former Pak Foreign Minister Khurshid Kasuri. The post PM-level talks between India, Pakistan shouldn’t be without preparations: Ex-Pak Foreign Minister appeared first on Firstpost.
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Saturday 10 October 2015

Will expose myth behind Modi’s ‘Gujarat model’ of development, says Hardik Patel

Patel quota agitation leader Hardik Patel on Saturday questioned the 'Gujarat model' of development and said he will "expose the reality behind it." The post Will expose myth behind Modi’s ‘Gujarat model’ of development, says Hardik Patel appeared first on Firstpost.
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Will expose reality behind Modi’s ‘Gujarat model’ of development, says Hardik Patel

Patel quota agitation leader Hardik Patel on Saturday questioned the 'Gujarat model' of development and said he will "expose the reality behind it." The post Will expose reality behind Modi’s ‘Gujarat model’ of development, says Hardik Patel appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/zy2PNS

After beef ban politics, deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition in Kashmir must work as a whole

An MLA being thrashed in the J&K Assembly for having hosted a public beef party highlighted the deeply divisive frame that the PDP and the BJP have adopted for their alliance. The post After beef ban politics, deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition in Kashmir must work as a whole appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/Aji3aU

India rekindles ties with Maldives visit, amid political unrest | Reuters

Male Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj arrived in the Maldives on Saturday, on a visit expected to revive ties after years of cooler relations during which China asserted its influence. The post India rekindles ties with Maldives visit, amid political unrest | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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Now, Shiv Sena threatens to disrupt former Pak foreign minister’s book launch event

The book, titled 'Neither a Hawk nor a Dove: An Insider’s Account of Pakistan’s Foreign Policy' is written by Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri, the foreign minister of Pakistan during General Pervez Musharraf 's rule. The post Now, Shiv Sena threatens to disrupt former Pak foreign minister’s book launch event appeared first on Firstpost.
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Dadri backlash continues: Kerala writer Sarah Joseph returns Sahitya Akademi Award

Popular writer and Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award winner Sarah Joseph on Saturday said she would return the award to protest the lynching of a Muslim man in Uttar Pradesh over rumours that he ate beef. The post Dadri backlash continues: Kerala writer Sarah Joseph returns Sahitya Akademi Award appeared first on Firstpost.
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The Bihar voter’s dilemma: A choice between the moral and the electoral

Welcome to an election that is being fought daily in the minds of many Biharis. The post The Bihar voter’s dilemma: A choice between the moral and the electoral appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/qJJz12

After beef ban politics, deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition in J&K must work as a whole

An MLA being thrashed in the J&K Assembly for having hosted a public beef party highlighted the deeply divisive frame that the PDP and the BJP have adopted for their alliance. The post After beef ban politics, deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition in J&K must work as a whole appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/OWKZrH

Kashmir leader Bhim Singh blames BJP for stoking communal passion

Bhim Singh, chief of the Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party (JKNPP) and a former legislator, on Saturday accused the BJP of stoking communal passion over beef ban to win the upcoming Bihar polls The post Kashmir leader Bhim Singh blames BJP for stoking communal passion appeared first on Firstpost.
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The Bihar voter’s dilemma: A choice between the moral and the electoral

Welcome to an election that is being fought daily in the minds of many Biharis. The post The Bihar voter’s dilemma: A choice between the moral and the electoral appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/qJJz12

J&K beef ban politics: The deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition has to work as a whole

An MLA being thrashed in the J&K Assembly for having hosted a public beef party highlighted the deeply divisive frame that the PDP and the BJP have adopted for their alliance. The post J&K beef ban politics: The deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition has to work as a whole appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/3cNHNC

Friday 9 October 2015

After Dadri, violent protest erupts in Mainpuri, UP over rumour of cow slaughter

Scores of people held protests and clashed with the police on Friday in Karhal area in Mainpuri following rumour of cow slaughter. The post After Dadri, violent protest erupts in Mainpuri, UP over rumour of cow slaughter appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/8pVyP6

Azamgarh youth who joined Islamic State wants to come back home, contacts family

A youth from Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh, who had joined Islamic State to fight in Iraq, wants to return home and has contacted his family to facilitate it. The post Azamgarh youth who joined Islamic State wants to come back home, contacts family appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/2p4MDB

After Dadri, violent protest erupts in Mainpuri, UP over rumour of cow slaughter

Scores of people held protests and clashed with the police on Friday in Karhal area in Mainpuri following rumour of cow slaughter. The post After Dadri, violent protest erupts in Mainpuri, UP over rumour of cow slaughter appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/8pVyP6

Six killed in Gaza as Israeli-Palestinian violence widens | Reuters

GAZA/JERUSALEM Israeli troops shot dead six Palestinians in protests in Gaza and a knife-wielding Jewish man wounded four Arabs in southern Israel on Friday in a wave of violence that has fuelled talk of a new uprising against Israel. The soldiers shot across the border into Gaza after the Palestinians came too close to the Israeli frontier, throwing stones and rolling burning tyres, an army spokeswoman said The post Six killed in Gaza as Israeli-Palestinian violence widens | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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Exclusive: FIFA mulls delaying presidential election, emergency meeting called | Reuters

ZURICH FIFA is discussing delaying the election for their next president following the suspensions of Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, two sources told Reuters, as soccer's governing body called an emergency meeting on the crisis. A delay to the election could make it easier for UEFA president Michel Platini to be a candidate to replace the departing Blatter -- if Platini succeeds in an appeal against his ban from the game The post Exclusive: FIFA mulls delaying presidential election, emergency meeting called | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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Exclusive: FIFA mulls delaying presidential election – sources | Reuters

ZURICH FIFA is discussing delaying the election for their next president following the suspensions given to Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, two sources have told Reuters. The issue is expected to be on the agenda of an emergency executive committee meeting which could make the decision to postpone the vote, scheduled for Feb. The post Exclusive: FIFA mulls delaying presidential election – sources | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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It’s a big conspiracy, says Asim Ahmed Khan after Kejriwal sacks him over graft charges

"It is a big conspiracy by the Opposition. I will disclose it tomorrow," said Asim Ahmed Khan after being sacked. The post It’s a big conspiracy, says Asim Ahmed Khan after Kejriwal sacks him over graft charges appeared first on Firstpost.
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Indian woman’s hand chopped off: Sushma Swaraj condemns incident, calls it ‘unacceptable’

Reacting strongly, Sushma Swaraj termed as "unacceptable" the incident where an Indian woman's hand was chopped off by her employer in Saudi Arabia. The post Indian woman’s hand chopped off: Sushma Swaraj condemns incident, calls it ‘unacceptable’ appeared first on Firstpost.
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60-year-old man in Mumbai punches fellow senior citizen for winning musical chairs contest

A 60-year-old man allegedly punched a fellow senior citizen. Why? Because that senior citizen defeated the assaulter's wife in a game of musical chairs. The post 60-year-old man in Mumbai punches fellow senior citizen for winning musical chairs contest appeared first on Firstpost.
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AAP to refer case of minister Asim Ahmed Khan to its Lokpal

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will refer to its Lokpal the case of Environment and Food and Supplies Minister Asim Ahmed Khan, who was on Friday sacked over charges of corruption. The post AAP to refer case of minister Asim Ahmed Khan to its Lokpal appeared first on Firstpost.
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Azamgarh youth who joined Islamic State wants to return home, contacts family

A youth from Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh, who had joined Islamic State to fight in Iraq, wants to return home and has contacted his family to facilitate it. The post Azamgarh youth who joined Islamic State wants to return home, contacts family appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/2p4MDB

In a quest for religious tolerance, a Muslim professor is taking people out for pork lunch

In wake of the Dadri lynching and growing atmosphere of intolerance in the country, a Muslim professor is inviting people out for a lunch to eat pork as a sample of 'democracy, choices and humane, friendly behaviour'. The post In a quest for religious tolerance, a Muslim professor is taking people out for pork lunch appeared first on Firstpost.
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Shocker from Pune: Man beheads wife, walks on road with her head

In a ghastly incident, a 60-year-old man in Pune was on Friday seen walking on the road here with his wife's head after he beheaded her. The post Shocker from Pune: Man beheads wife, walks on road with her head appeared first on Firstpost.
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What next in Dadri lynching case: Not beef, meat found in Mohammad Akhlaq’s fridge was mutton

Since the attack, the family of Akhlaq has maintained that there was no beef in the house. The post What next in Dadri lynching case: Not beef, meat found in Mohammad Akhlaq’s fridge was mutton appeared first on Firstpost.
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Bihar poll: Pollsters may get vote share forecasts right, but here’s why their seat projections will be wrong

The Bihar election, like every other before it, will be followed by pollsters lamenting: “Look, we got our vote share estimates right. Don’t blame us if the seat projections come out wrong”. The post Bihar poll: Pollsters may get vote share forecasts right, but here’s why their seat projections will be wrong appeared first on Firstpost.
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Sushma Swaraj’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for Modi’s trip to the country

India has finally warmed up to Maldives and its controversial regime of President Abdulla Yameen six months after PM Modi cancelled his scheduled trip. The post Sushma Swaraj’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for Modi’s trip to the country appeared first on Firstpost.
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Thursday 8 October 2015

Buy Cairn India on dips, says Rajat Bose


Rajat Bose of rajatkbose.com recommends buying Cairn India with targets of Rs Rs 169-170 and Rs 172. http://goo.gl/EWQTD9

So, Shiv Sena won’t let Ghulam Ali sing in India: It’s not the ghazal maestro’s loss

Even the Prime Minister listens to Ghulam Ali. Just a few months ago, the legendary singer performed at the Sankatmochan Temple — yes, a temple — in the PM's constituency. The post So, Shiv Sena won’t let Ghulam Ali sing in India: It’s not the ghazal maestro’s loss appeared first on Firstpost.
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Saudi sponsor chops off Indian maid’s hand, India seeks severe punishment for accused

A Saudi sponsor has chopped off an Indian maid's hand, evoking strong condemnation from India which demanded that a case of attempted murder be lodged against the culprit. The post Saudi sponsor chops off Indian maid’s hand, India seeks severe punishment for accused appeared first on Firstpost.
http://goo.gl/u6TCoH

Watch: DMK’s Stalin slaps auto driver who tried to take a ‘selfie’ with him

DMK treasurer M K Stalin allegedly slapped an autorickshaw driver who tried to take a selfie with him. The post Watch: DMK’s Stalin slaps auto driver who tried to take a ‘selfie’ with him appeared first on Firstpost.
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Sri Lankan Navy officers meet JNU faculty

The Sri Lankan Navy, which has been sending its personnel for training in Indian defence establishments, has discussed with faculty of the New Delhi-based Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) the issu...
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Protesters scuffle with police in Iraq's Kurdistan region


Kurdish protesters clash with riot police in the second largest city in Iraqi Kurdistan, demanding salaries owed to them by the government. Nathan Frandino reports. http://goo.gl/L6L4SB

Protesters scuffle with police in Iraq's Kurdistan region


Kurdish protesters clash with riot police in the second largest city in Iraqi Kurdistan, demanding salaries owed to them by the government. Nathan Frandino reports. http://goo.gl/L6L4SB

Stocks in news: DLF, Fortis Health, Shyam Telecom, 8K Miles


DLF | Power Grid | Bharti Airtel | GMR Infrastructure | Vedanta | Fortis Healthcare | Shyam Telecom | Reliance Capital and 8K Miles are stocks, which are in the news today. http://goo.gl/6N4P3S

IAF to induct women pilots to fly fighter jets soon: Here’s why this plan is historic

The Indian Air Force is now planning to induct women into the fighter aircraft stream, IAF Chief Arup Raha said on Thursday. The post IAF to induct women pilots to fly fighter jets soon: Here’s why this plan is historic appeared first on Firstpost.
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In India, a test for Modi’s economic reforms and Hindu agenda | Reuters

BANKA, India Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on the campaign trail in a state election that could define the rest of his term, promising jobs and development in one of the country's most backward areas, while his right-wing party pushes a Hindu agenda. Braving the scorching sun, thousands of men and women clad in bright shirts and saris trudged miles to Modi's campaign rally last week in the state of Bihar. Voting to the legislature there will start on Monday and the result will be out on Nov. The post In India, a test for Modi’s economic reforms and Hindu agenda | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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My Houzz: A Hat Collection in Los Angeles That’s Hard to Top (28 photos)


“I’ve worn hats since I was born,” says Wendy Ann Rosen, a self-confessed incurable collector, a makeup artist, an instructor and editor of Uncover Magazine. “My mother was very creative and would always make matching hats to go with my outfits,” the Los Angeles renter says. “When I turned 8,... http://goo.gl/VAj9JJ

Syria in major offensive, as NATO vows to defend allies


Syrian troops and their allied militia are in a major offensive to recapture ground in western Syria, as NATO says it's ready to send in ground troops to defend neighboring Turkey. Mana Rabiee reports. http://goo.gl/q2Dhq0

Ruby Tuesday shares down 5% after earnings


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Syria in major offensive, as NATO vows to defend allies


Syrian troops and their allied militia are in a major offensive to recapture ground in western Syria, as NATO says it's ready to send in ground troops to defend neighboring Turkey. Mana Rabiee reports. http://goo.gl/q2Dhq0

See lower additions to NPAs this year: Chanda Kochhar


Promising to crack the whip on errant promoters, Chanda Kochhar, MD CEO, ICICI Bank said the bank would use the powers given by RBI to convert loans into equity and dislodge defaulting promoters. http://goo.gl/SFj69t

From sadness to wow, Facebook launches reaction buttons beyond like | Reuters

SAN FRANCISCO Like it or not, Facebook Inc's ( FB.O ) trademark "like" button is set to get more expressive. Users will soon be able to do more than "like" posts. They will be able to love them and express sympathy, anger or sadness with animated emoticons. The post From sadness to wow, Facebook launches reaction buttons beyond like | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
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10 Tips for Planning a Galley Kitchen (12 photos)


A galley kitchen consists of two parallel runs of units forming a central corridor in which to work. The galley layout works well for all kitchen styles; it’s also the preferred design of many professional chefs, who love it because it enhances safety and efficiency during cooking. Just... http://goo.gl/0dyBPD

Omnitech InfoSolutions independent director Kalimohan Bhattacharya passed away


Omnitech InfoSolutions has informed that Dr. Kalimohan Bhattacharya, one of the independent director of the Company has passed away on September 26, 2015. The Company came to know about this on October 06, 2015. http://goo.gl/fM3bS7

Sushma’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for Modi’s trip to the country

India has finally warmed up to Maldives and its controversial regime of President Abdulla Yameen six months after PM Modi cancelled his scheduled trip. The post Sushma’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for Modi’s trip to the country appeared first on Firstpost.
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Saradha scam case: Court rejects Madan Mitra’s bail plea

A city court rejected the bail prayer of Bengal Transport Minister Madan Mitra who was arrested by CBI on the charge of being involved in the Saradha scam. The post Saradha scam case: Court rejects Madan Mitra’s bail plea appeared first on Firstpost.
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Sushma’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for PM Modi’s trip to the country

India has finally warmed up to Maldives and its controversial regime of President Abdulla Yameen six months after PM Modi cancelled his scheduled trip. The post Sushma’s Maldives visit this weekend could pave the way for PM Modi’s trip to the country appeared first on Firstpost.
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An Insider's Guide to Creating the Perfect Gallery Wall (15 photos)


Creating a gallery wall in your home can be an affordable way to transform a room with the paintings, photographs, illustrations and personal pieces that matter to you. Whether you want to create a statement in your living room or simply make a staircase or blank wall come alive, a gallery is a fun way... http://goo.gl/ZnnQY9

Quest for the best

The Malladi brothers exchanged many interesting ideas and thoughts with music lovers
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Aid group MSF to review work in Afghanistan after air strike


Medecins Sans Frontieres announces they will review their operations in Afghanistan after a deadly U.S. air strike on a hospital in Kunduz. Katharine Jackson reports. http://goo.gl/thW4lz

Nov. natural gas trades at $2.519 vs. $2.50 before supply data


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Aid group MSF to review work in Afghanistan after air strike


Medecins Sans Frontieres announces they will review their operations in Afghanistan after a deadly U.S. air strike on a hospital in Kunduz. Katharine Jackson reports. http://goo.gl/thW4lz