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Ex-MP Atiq Ahmed Assaults Trader in UP Jail, Forces Him to Sign Away Property Worth Rs 40 Crore

As the alleged incident left it red-faced, the state government also initiated disciplinary proceedings against Deoria jail superintendent Dilip Kumar Pandey and jailor Mukesh Kumar Katiyar, besides suspending several others. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EZHDIv via Click here

Farmer Kills Self Over Outstanding Loan in MP's Guna District

Guna Lok Sabha MP Jyotiraditya Scindia asked Lakshkar to visit the farmer's family and provide necessary support. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2CEIz2s via Click here

UAE Court Sentences Activist to 10 Years in Jail Over Facebook Post

He was convicted of seeking to damage the UAE's reputation and relationship with neighboring states by posting false reports and information. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2ApcE4R via Click here

Thank Manmohan Singh for Ordering Probe, Says Delhi BJP Chief on AgustaWestland Case

Tiwari asserted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi the "thieves" were getting caught and that is why Congress was crying foul and levelling "baseless allegations" on him. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2TeAo2u via Click here

Delhi's Air Quality Remains Severe on New Year's Eve, Might Worsen: Authorities

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data on Monday showed that the city recorded an overall air quality index (AQI) of 418, while the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting (SAFAR) recorded an AQI of 430, both come under the 'severe' category. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2CGjNz8 via Click here

Man Kills and Eats Protected Monkey Species, Boasts by Posting Pics on Social Media

Rhesus macaques, protected under the same Act, are familiar brown primates with red faces and rears. They have close-cropped hair on their heads and their natural range includes Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Southeast Asia, and China. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2RoygHX via Click here

Indian Accountant Hangs Himself From Ceiling Fan in UAE House

Rinoj Raveendran, a Keralite who was working as an accountant in the Al Ghail industrial area, was found dead by his roommate on Saturday evening. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2QXvMB7 via Click here

Bangla ODI Captain Become First Active Cricketer to Win in General Elections, Gets Over 96% Votes

Mashrafe Mortaza, an Awami League candidate for Narail-2 constituency, got 274,418 votes while his rival received 8,006 votes, according to the results announced by the Election Commission. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2LFSgR5 via Click here

New Zealand Rings in 2019 With Huge Firework Display, Rest of the World Waves Goodbye to 2018

Cities across the world are all set to welcome the new year and bid farewell to the year gone by. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2rZzCKW via Click here

At Least Four Dead, 70 Missing After Gas Explosion Hits Russia High-rise

The whereabouts of 28 people have been established but the fate of nearly 70 was unclear. National television said some 50 people could be trapped under the rubble. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GM7Dc7 via Click here

3 Engineering Students Die After Car Crashes at Speed of 160km/Hr, Truck Overturns On Impact

The truck overturned after the car hit it and the driver and the cleaner suffered injuries. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2TmyexS via Click here

Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Gets New Sparkle

Preparations for New York's New Year's Eve celebration are taking shape. 192 new crystal triangles are on the famous Times Square ball New Waterford crystal triangles joined about 2,500 others on the big, sparkling sphere. This year's additions feature rosette cuts designed to make them appear to flow harmoniously into each other. The ball measures 12 feet in diameter and weighs almost 12,000 pounds.​ from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2rZEQql via Click here

‘Family Balm’: Amit Shah’s Dig at Gandhis After Christian Michel’s SOS on Chit

In a series of tweets, Shah also asked if Michel wanted details of his questioning by investigators to be passed onto "Mrs Gandhi". from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2LGWEiV via Click here

Mayawati Puts Congress on Notice, Says May 'Reconsider' Support to MP and Rajasthan Govts

If newly-elected governments in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan do not withdraw cases against innocent persons framed in Bharat Bandh, BSP may have to reconsider support to the Congress governments, she said. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2AqXoEi via Click here

Cyclone Gaja: Centre Approves Release of Rs 1,146 Crore to Tamil Nadu

According to the abstract of memorandum submitted to the central government, the Tamil Nadu government had sought a total sum of Rs 14,910 crore towards permanent renovation activities in various areas, including the power sector which has been badly hit. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GKWAj9 via Click here

Lok Sabha Passes Bill to Allow Panel of Professionals to Supersede Medical Council of India

Amid allegations of corruption against MCI office bearers and probes into opaque accreditation to medical colleges, the Supreme Court had in May 2016 directed the government to set up an oversight committee. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EYgeXw via Click here

In Case of Farmer's Death, Bengal Govt to Pay Kin Rs 2 Lakh, Announces Mamata

Under the same scheme, farmers will also get Rs 2,500 twice a year for growing a single crop per acre. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EZexbu via Click here

Meghalaya Mine Rescue: Navy Divers Re-enter Shaft, Want Water Level Reduced

Fifteen miners are trapped inside a 370-foot-deep illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district since December 13 after water from a nearby river gushed in, puncturing the mine wall. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EYMl9h via Click here

At Harvard, This IAS Officer Lived His Father's Dream, Scored 101%

At the Harvard University, where Garg is pursuing 'International Development' programme, he scored 171 out of 170 in the paper Capital Formation and Growth. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2F09jMK via Click here

Mandhana Named ICC Women's Cricketer and ODI Cricketer of Year

India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2SsWcHH via Click here

2019 Arrives in New Zealand! Fireworks Light Up Sky Tower in Auckland

The New Year's celebrations have kicked off. Yes, New Zealand has become the first nation in the world to ring in the new year. Fireworks lit up Sky Tower in Auckland as the country bid adieu to 2018 and counted down to 2019. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2LGr1Gf via Click here

Roger Federer Vs Serena Williams: Who Will Win Hopman Cup?

Two of the greatest players in history, Roger Federer and Serena Williams will face off across the net for the first time on Tuesday when US goes up against defending champions Switzerland in the mixed doubles of the unique two-player, mixed teams event. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EZ78bX via Click here

Ranji Takeaways: Krunal Stars for Baroda, Mumbai in Trouble Against Vidarbha

We're just into the second day of the eighth round of Ranji Trophy 2018-19, but we have a result already. Uttar Pradesh beat Haryana in a low-scorer in Lahli, Krunal Pandya continued his all-round excellence, Vinay Kumar did the job (with the bat!), and more. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GJnKae via Click here

No Plans to Open Satellite Campus of JNU, IIT or IIMs, Says HRD Ministry

JNU Vice Chancellor Jagadesh Kumar had in October announced that the university was planning to set up a satellite campus outside the national capital region (NCR) with an aim to make the university accessible to more students. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2Sp9jJT via Click here

Yogi Adityanath Alleges Congress Got Rs 150 Crore Bribe in AgustaWestland Deal

He also alleged that the Congress was party to multiple scams and it had played with the security of the country and its citizens. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2RpWeTp via Click here

3 Killed, 7 Feared Trapped as Massive Fire Engulfs Snacks Factory in Bihar's Muzaffarpur

Fire tenders have been rushed to the spot and rescue operation is underway. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GNNYIS via Click here

‘Chor Machaye Shor': Yeddyurappa Hits Out at Rahul Gandhi, Calls PM Modi an ‘Effective Chowkidar’

The former Karnataka chief minister also said that after Michel's confessions neither Sonia Gandhi nor Rahul Gandhi have a moral right to speak against PM Modi. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2BMTmG8 via Click here

Year Ender 2018: Watch Top 10 Viral Videos of 2018

As the year 2018 comes to an end. Here are our list of top 10 videos that caught the millions of eye. Some are hilarious for the wrong reasons while some are shocking. Let’s have a look from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GKQn6P via Click here

Was Trying to Boost Confidence: Purvanchal Varsity V-C on Backfoot After Inciting Students to Kill

The incident comes at a time when the state is reeling from the murders of two cops, who were killed by violent mobs in separate incidents. The V-C has since claimed that the media had distorted his remarks and that his full statement should be heard to ascertain his intentions. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2SrZg6T via Click here

Watch What We Saw as News18.com Brings You the Best Videos of 2018

As the year winds to a close, News18.com brings to you the best of videos of the year. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2F1JHjc via Click here

2 Dead, Nearly 30 Wounded in Bomb Blast at Philippine Mall

The bomb went off near the baggage counter at the entrance of the South Seas mall in Cotabato city, wounding shoppers, vendors and commuters. Authorities recovered another unexploded bomb nearby as government forces imposed a security lockdown in the city. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2QXgIDs via Click here

CCTV Footage Shows Men Transporting 'Khashoggi Body Parts'

There has been speculation that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ordered the hit but Riyadh has absolved the de facto leader of any blame. from Top World News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EY8rbq via Click here

India vs Australia | Home Team Punt on Unheralded Labuschagne to Turn Around Fortunes in Sydney

While India have retained the Border-Gavaskar trophy by winning the Melbourne Test, Australia can ensure that they maintain their record of never losing a Test series against India at home if they win the final Test in Sydney from Thursday. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2BTE1Uv via Click here

Bumrah, Cummins Make Significant Progress in ICC Rankings After Boxing Day Test

India’s Jasprit Bumrah and Australia’s Pat Cummins have moved up to 16th and 3rd position respectively in the ICC Test Player Rankings for bowlers, courtesy their nine-wicket hauls in the Boxing Day Test. Cummins also scored a valiant half-century in Melbourne. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2GOwk7P via Click here

Foreign Tourists Can Fow Fly Directly to the Andamans

The decision came more than a month after the killing of an American national by members of a highly protected tribe in one of the islands of the Union territory. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2Ao4oSx via Click here

An 'I' for an 'I': A Year When Clashing Egos Shook India's Institutions

Inhabited by disparate and diverse social groups, India has exhibited an enduring flexibility within to create co-existential and accommodative eco-systems. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EXuqA3 via Click here

Abdul Karim Telgi Acquitted in Stamp Paper Scam, Year After His Death

Telgi was arrested in Ajmer in November 2001 and was sentenced to 30 years of rigorous imprisonment in multi-crore fake stamp paper racket. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EYfBwa via Click here

NCL Donates Rs 1 Crore for Govt's 'Swachh Bharat Kosh'

'Swachh Bharat Kosh, established under the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance of the central government, was set up to attract Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to be used for PM Modi's 'Swachh Bharat' campaign. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EZPGEy via Click here

Aurangabad Maoist Attack a Revenge? Pamphlets Claim Rs 7-Cr Deal With BJP Leader After Note Ban

If the claim by Maoists turn out to be true, it could involve multiple violations of the law. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EZ8rbM via Click here

From Sabarimala to Section 377, 2018 Was a Year of Landmark Verdicts by Supreme Court

This year the apex court delivered verdicts that have laid a foundation for future judicial reforms in the country. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2BOrIJ2 via Click here

Sajjan Kumar Surrenders in Anti-Sikh Riots Case, Will Appeal in SC After Winter Break

Former MLAs Kishan Khokhar and Mahender Yadav, who were also convicted in the case, surrendered before a Delhi court to serve a 10-year jail term. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2QdeaMl via Click here

Mandhana Wins ODI Player of the Year Award, Harmanpreet Named Captain of T20 Team

India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2CIxZHT via Click here

Triple Talaq Bill LIVE: Amid Din, Ghulam Nabi Azad Demands Bill be Sent to Select Committee

Triple Talaq Bill LIVE: Amid Din, Ghulam Nabi Azad Demands Bill be Sent to Select Committee from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EVDvZg via Click here

ICC Awards: Mandhana Wins ODI Player of the Year Award, Harmanpreet Named Captain of T20 Team

India’s Smriti Mandhana has won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for best player of the year and the ODI Player of the Year award for her performances in the 50-over format. from Top Cricketnext News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2VlktRD via Click here

MP Farmer Dies of Shock After Earning Paltry Rs 10,000 for 27 Quintal Onions

Bherulal Malviya had come to Mandsaur mandi to sell 27 quintals of onion but due to a steep fall in prices, the middle-aged farmer received just Rs 10,440 at the rate of Rs 372 per quintal. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2VgCroF via Click here

Triple Talaq Bill LIVE: Rajya Sabha Resumes Amid Protests by AIADMK, Ghulam Nabi Azad Seeks Select Panel

Triple Talaq Bill LIVE: Rajya Sabha Resumes Amid Protests by AIADMK from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2Rt70rS via Click here

Family's Obsession With Male Child Kills Maharashtra Woman, Dies After 10th Pregnancy

The woman, who used to run a pan shop in Majalgaon, already had seven daughters but her family wanted a boy. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2QeDjWS via Click here

Fire Grips Kolkata’s Calcutta Medical College and Hospital; Second incident in 3 months

Preliminary inquiry revealed that short circuit from a refrigerator in the laboratory led to the fire. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2s1XAFK via Click here

New Year’s Gift for Delhiites: Pink Metro Line From Lajpat Nagar to Mayur Vihar Corridor Opens

The 9.7 km stretch along the Delhi Metro's pink line will be operational for commuters from 4 pm on Monday. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2EV9IQu via Click here

Kannada Actor CH Loknath Dies at 91, Fans Pay Tribute in Bengaluru

C H Lokanath breathed his last at around 12.10 am. His mortal remains have been kept in Bengaluru's Ravindra Kalakshetra. from Top India News- News18.com http://bit.ly/2QcrIYD via Click here