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Angela Merkel in India LIVE: Trade, Climate & AI on Agenda as German Chancellor Meets PM Modi Today

Angela Merkel in India LIVE: German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is in India for a two-day visit, received a ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today and said the two countries were linked by close ties. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2BZKcqt via Click here

54.8% Students Under-scored in NCERT Evaluation, Delhi Among Worse Performers

The NAS 2017 finding have identified the highest performing states, which are Rajasthan, Karnataka and Chandigarh, Andhra Pradesh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Jharkhand Kerala Assam Gujarat and Uttarakhand. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/324xrpd via Click here

Moeen Ali to Play for Cape Town Blitz in Mzansi Super League

England all-rounder Moeen Ali will join Cape Town Blitz for the upcoming edition of the Mzansi Super League. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2C3hYex via Click here

Deodhar Trophy 2019, India C vs India A Live: India A & India C Eye Victory

Catch live scores and live action from the Deodhar Trophy 2019 match between India C and India A. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Wv4Uba via Click here

Facebook Sued For Age, Gender Bias in Financial Services Ads, Says Complaint Being Reviewed

The suit against Facebook contends that women and older people were denied the benefits of ads for financial services because Facebook tools allow messages to be targeted at specific age ranges or genders. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2WuWkcB via Click here

Thousands Throng Manipur Streets as Anxiety Mounts over Naga Settlement; COCOMI Calls for Shutdown

Even as Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh appealed for calm, the Meira Paibi (women organizations) took out torch rallies in Imphal and Kuki inhabited hilly areas to voice their concern on the issue. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Wt4MJk via Click here

'Article 370 Was Obstacle to Development': US Congressman Lauds PM Modi for 'Bold' Steps in Kashmir

'The steps that Prime Minister Modi and the Parliament have taken are needed, they're good for the long-term stability of the region, and they should be applauded, Congressman George Holding said on the House floor Thursday. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2q83EP6 via Click here

No Fee for Sikh Pilgrims on Kartarpur Corridor Inauguration Day, Says Imran Khan, Sets Aside 2 Conditions

He also waived off two conditions for the visit, saying the pilgrims would not need a passport for the visit and instead, a valid ID would be permissible. Also, they no longer have to register 10 days in advance for the pilgrimage. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2N5n6Fm via Click here

New Zealand vs England, 1st T20I, Live Cricket Score: ENG Steady in Chase

Catch live scores and live action from the first T20I between New Zealand and England at Christchurch. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2r2JfLR via Click here

News18 Daybreak | Rights Lawyers, Activists, Journalists Among 17 Targeted by Whatsapp Spyware and Other Stories You Need to Watch Out For

Get a fresh dose of the news that matters delivered directly to your inbox, every morning. The perfect way to get you started and informed for the day ahead. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2WwtcBs via Click here

Visit to Gurugram, Dwarka Metro Station: A Look at Angela Merkel's India Itinerary

India and Germany will explore possibilities for cooperation in newer areas like green urban mobility and artificial intelligence. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Wwtc4q via Click here

'Hero' Dog Wounded in Baghdadi Raid to Get a White House Homecoming, Trump Reveals Name is 'Conan'

US President Donald Trump revealed that the military dog, a Belgian Malinois, is named 'Conan' -- heretofore a closely guarded secret because the information could be used to identify the special forces unit that carried out the raid in Syria over the weekend. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2N4V5xx via Click here

MP High Court Reverses State Govt Order of Revoking Pension of MISA Detainees

Congress government which came to power last year decided to discontinue the pension alleging massive abnormalities in the disbursement of pension. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2q5v5ZT via Click here

Mix-up of a Digit Redirects US Students Calling Suicide Hotline to Sex Line

The suicide prevention number was in a directory of emergency lines and other resources on the back of badges for students at New Vista Middle School in Lancaster. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2PCKRGi via Click here

North Korea Successfully Conducts New Test of 'Super-large' Rocket Launcher: KCNA

South Korea's military said Thursday that the North had launched two short-range projectiles from South Pyongan province. They each flew approximately 370 kilometres. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2BXjY89 via Click here

Govt, Army Officials Among Targets of WhatsApp Hacking in 20 Countries: Report

The hacking of a wider group of top government officials' smartphones than previously reported suggests the WhatsApp cyber intrusion could have broad political and diplomatic consequences. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2JCG97y via Click here

Despite Increase in Number of Medicos, There's Only One Govt Doctor for 10,926 People in India: Report

The report further states that the cost of treatment has been on the rise in India and it has led to inequity in access to health care services. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/322VAwu via Click here

US Interior Department Grounds Fleet Chinese-made Drones Amid Review

The United States has also taken steps against China's Huawei by effectively banning American companies from selling or transferring US technology to the Chinese telecoms giant. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2BYuzzp via Click here

No Relief for Delhiites as Capital Continues to Choke on Poor Air, Officials Pin Blame on Stubble Burning

Environmental experts say that stubble burning is the biggest reason for the haze that has enveloped Delhi-NCR since the last few days. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/326bjKY via Click here

Indiana Woman Found Dead with 8-foot Python Wrapped Around Her Neck

Indiana State Police Sgt. Kim Riley says 36-year-old Laura Hurst of Battle Ground, Indiana, was found unresponsive Wednesday night on the floor of a home in Oxford, with the snake wrapped loosely around her neck. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/336PBYC via Click here

'Article 370 Was Obstacle to Development': US Congressman Lauds PM Modi for 'Bold' Steps in Kashmir

'The steps that Prime Minister Modi and the Parliament have taken are needed, they're good for the long-term stability of the region, and they should be applauded, Congressman George Holding said on the House floor Thursday. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2JB1PRt via Click here

Officials of India & Pakistan Govt, Army Among Targets of WhatsApp Hacking in 20 Countries: Report

The hacking of a wider group of top government officials' smartphones than previously reported suggests the WhatsApp cyber intrusion could have broad political and diplomatic consequences. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2PBpEN9 via Click here

Suspicious Bag Creates Panic at Delhi Airport's Terminal 3, Police take Security Measures

A Delhi Police official said the Airport Police Station received a call at 3 am alerting them about a suspicious bag which has been removed from the spot and teams are working to check its content. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36moJWL via Click here

Female Presenter, Who Got Paid One-sixth of Male Counterpart's Fee, Takes BBC to Court

Samira Ahmed, who fronts 'Newswatch', was paid a fraction of the sum received by Jeremy Vine for presenting 'Points of View' -- both viewer right-to-reply shows. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/335azag via Click here

US Secretary Mike Pompeo Vows to Ramp Up Pressure on 'Truly Hostile' China

In the latest hawkish take on China, Mike Pompeo said he would deliver a series of speeches in coming months laying out cases against Beijing on areas from ideology to trade to its efforts for influence within US. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2N3pxrG via Click here

India vs Bangladesh | Mohammed Shami, Wriddhiman Saha Weigh in On Pink Ball Challenges

Undoubtedly, the inputs of both in Kolkata will be valuable for Virat Kohli and the team. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2NxJq9I via Click here

India A vs India B, Live Updates, Deodhar Trophy at Ranchi : India B Eye Big Score

Catch all the live updates from the India A vs India B Deodhar Trophy match on News18. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/322Lc7U via Click here

Amit Shah Flags Off 'Run for Unity' to Commemorate Sardar Patel's Birth Anniversary

People wearing white T-shirts and bearing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's photo assembled at the national stadium and India Gate roundabout for the run. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/34fSRkD via Click here

Kannauj Man Struck Nails into his Feet to Implicate Municipal Chairman, Arrested

Officials said that the accused Amruddin, was found wounded and shackled by passersby on a road near Dhoom-Manikpur village in Badalpur area, following which police were alerted. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2puqGzD via Click here

'Live Happy Separately if Not Together': SC Allows Senior Citizen Couple to Part Ways

A bench of Justices Sanjay K Kaul and KM Joseph proceeded to end the protracted wrangling of the couple, inside the court and outside, after noting that this could be in the best interest of both. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/31ZK3xY via Click here

RK Mathur Sworn in as First LG of Union Territory of Ladakh after J&K Birfurcation

The oath of Lt Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh was administered by chief justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court Geeta Mittal at a simple function held at Leh. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/332vNFW via Click here

On Ekta Diwas, Shah Lauds PM Modi for 'Closing' Gateway of Terrorism with Abrogation of Articles 370, 35A

Shah also said Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's unfullfilled dream of integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country was accomplished on August 5 when Article 370 and 35A were repealed. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2WurUXC via Click here

News18 Daybreak | New L-Gs to Take Oath Today as Jammu & Kashmir Ceases to be a State and Other Stories You Need to Watch Out For

Get a fresh dose of the news that matters delivered directly to your inbox, every morning. The perfect way to get you started and informed for the day ahead. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2N1B0bp via Click here

Oman, Scotland Grab Final Two Spots at 2020 T20 World Cup

It was also Scotland's second-biggest victory in their T20 international history. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/31XPpcR via Click here

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE: State Officially Split Into Two Union Territories, RK Mathur Sworn in as Ladakh L-G

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE: History was created today as Jammu and Kashmir, which has been part of the Union of India since 1947, ceased to be a state and was officially bifurcated into Union Territories. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/34i4jwk via Click here

Twitter Bans Political Ads on Its Platform, Pressure Up on Defiant Facebook

Twitter's move comes in contrast to the Facebook policy that allows political speech and ads to run without fact-checking on the leading social network. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3210QR9 via Click here

Bodies of Bengal Labourers Killed by Militants in Kashmir Brought Back Home

Municipal Affairs Minister Firhad Hakim said that the bodies of Noimuddin Sheikh, Mursalim Sheikh, Rofik Sheikh, Kamruddin Sheikh and Rofikul Sheikh are being sent to their homes in Murshidabad district. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/34fLNVe via Click here

Tik Tok Star Sonali Phogat Files Assault Complaint Against Sister, Brother-in-law

Sonali Phogat in her complaint to the police on Tuesday alleged that she was roughed up and threatened by her sister Rukesh and brother-in-law Aman following a verbal duel. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2q6mqXf via Click here

J&K, Ladakh Bifurcated Into Two Union Territories After President Rule Revoked in State

The first central rule as 'Governor's rule' continued for six months. After six months, President's rule was imposed for next six months which was subsequently extended with the approval of Parliament. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2q6ms1j via Click here

Pakistan Invites Navjot Singh Sidhu to Attend Kartarpur Corridor Opening Ceremony, Says Report

India and Pakistan last week signed the agreement on the Kartarpur Corridor that will allow Indian pilgrims to undertake visa-free visit to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/33c4Z6l via Click here

Pentagon Releases Video, Photos of Raid on IS Chief Baghdadi, Warns of Retaliatory Attack by Group

The Pentagon also released video of airstrikes on a group of unknown fighters on the ground who opened fire on the helicopters that ferried US forces. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/34kvLJR via Click here

Traffic Congestion Likely at India Gate as Thousands Take Part in 'Run for Unity' Today

Around 15,000 participants will take part in the event and the programme is likely to cause traffic congestion at the C-Hexagon, India Gate, and nearby areas, said Delhi Traffic Police. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36jctWX via Click here

President Kovind, Amit Shah Pay Floral Tributes to Sardar Patel, PM Modi to Attend Function in Gujarat

Kovind, Shah, Union cabinet minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal accompanied by senior Home Ministry officials, paid floral tributes at Patel's statue located at the Patel Chowk in New Delhi. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2N2qwZk via Click here

Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas: Why is Indira Gandhi’s Death Day Celebrated as National Pledge Day?

The death anniversary of Indira Gandhi is marked as Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas or National Pledge Day. The occasion is dedicated to Indira Gandhi and her service to India. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2WqUklo via Click here

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2019: This is How Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Birth Anniversary is Celebrated

Sardar Patel is most popularly known as a founding father of the Republic of India. This is because he played a significant role in integrating the independent provinces into a unified India just after the partition. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2qZx6r1 via Click here

New Identity for Jammu and Kashmir as State Officially Split Into 2 Union Territories

IAS officers Girish Chandra Murmu and RK Mathur, appointed the new Lieutenant Governors (L-Gs) for the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh respectively, will be sworn in at separate functions in Srinagar and Leh. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2JCXbCD via Click here

Signed Carbon Copy as Good as Original in Evidence, Says Supreme Court

The bench, led by Justice Deepak Gupta, was dealing with an appeal against an order of the Punjab and Haryana High Court in a land dispute matter. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Wpn79V via Click here

India vs Bangladesh | Environmentalists Urge BCCI to Shift T20 From Delhi

Environmentalists wrote to BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Tuesday, requesting him to consider moving the first India-Bangladesh T20 outside Delhi as the rapidly deteriorating air quality could prove a health risk for the players and thousands of spectators. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/32Yfjyl via Click here

SpiceJet Pilot, Attendant Indulge in PDA During Delhi-Kolkata Flight, Fired After Passenger Complains

While the first officer boarded the flight as an additional crew member and was not operating the flight, the flight attendant was on duty and in uniform. The two were reportedly seated in adjacent seats. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2JzUxO1 via Click here

'Illegitimate Sham': White House Cries Foul as Democrats Unveil Trump Impeachment Procedure

The remark came after Rules Committee Chairman introduced a resolution providing a path forward as the House of Representatives prepares to begin the public-facing phase of its impeachment inquiry into the conduct of Trump. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2poifpC via Click here