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The idea behind reviving 'Shanti Sena', envisioned by Mahatma Gandhi to counter communal violence, was "not linked" to lynching incidents, officials said on Thursday, even as they hoped that it would create an environment which would help in curbing such incidents. The Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti on Thursday announced the road map for the revival of the 'Shanti Sena', that includes setting up of seven training centres for the youth across the country through which a "peace brigade" would be raised. Читать дальше...

The CPI(M) on Thursday alleged that the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has blatantly subverted the process of justice in the Unnao rape case as the party hailed the Supreme Court for intervening in the case. The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the transfer of all five cases registered in connection with the Unnao rape incident from a court in Uttar Pradesh to another in the national capital. The apex court also directed the state government to provide Rs 25 lakh to the rape survivor as an interim compensation. Читать дальше...

Everyone loves a maverick. The unpredictable nature of a player who tries things that most others would not dare in high-paced, high-pressure matches. Here's a look at some of the best through-the-legs passes we've seen from some of rugby's most talented players.

The Uttarakhand government on Thursday imposed a ban on the use of plastic at the state secretariat here due to its harmful effect on the environment and human health, officials said. An order issued by Additional Chief Secretary Radha Raturi said plastic goods should not be used in any programme held at the state secretariat. Use of plastic bottles for drinking water at official meetings should be stopped and they should be replaced by water dispensers and paper glasses, the order said. Different... Читать дальше...

The German consumer electronics brand is also expecting to rake in revenue of over Rs 3,000 crore in the next 5 years.

The Indian rupee on Thursday dropped by 27 paise to close at a near five-week low of 69.06 against the US dollar amid strengthening of the American currency and heavy selling in domestic equities

For a man who occasionally pretends to care about spending public funds wisely, Boris Johnson really can’t stop himself splashing the cash, can he? 

Cafe Coffee Day founder and MD VG Siddhartha's death was mourned by the cafe's patrons from around the country.

Chelsea defender Fiyako Tomori will leave Stamford Bridge before the transfer window shuts, with a host of sides chasing his signature. According to the Evening Standard, Everton are among the clubs keen on a loan deal for the Blues defender, but the...

LABOUR Councillor Brendan Chilton branded Emily Thornberry's call to campaign to Remain in the European Union "bonkers" as he highlighted the importance of the Labour Party to support a no deal Brexit.

• Mirny is a diamond mining town in Siberia, Russia, about 280 miles (450 kilometers) from the Arctic Circle.
• Most of the town's roughly 40,000 residents work for Alrosa, the world's largest diamond miner by volume.
• On a recent trip to Russia, I spent three days in Mirny with Alrosa.
• I saw the world's second-largest manmade pit, experienced 20 hours of sunlight each day, and saw how the town's buildings are built elevated above the ground because it's not feasible to dig into the permafrost... Читать дальше...

Sales also met predictions of $358.9 million.

Mozambique's last rebel fighters finally lay down their arms as permanent cease-fire signed

Her sneakers were Alexander McQueen.

Aston Villa make their 12th summer signing, while Bournemouth sign a Dutch winger.

West Indies coach Floyd Reifer is confident Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine along with some talented youngsters will provide the fireworks.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for two men charged in two Kansas City-area killings.

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The majority of the House Democratic caucus now supports an impeachment inquiry against President Trump, with Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL) becoming the 118th Democrat in the chamber to support moving to such proceedings. 

The Ivory Coast star is on the verge of becoming Arsenal’s record signing (Picture: Getty) Lille chief Marc Ingla has played down any fears over Nicolas Pepe’s transfer to Arsenal and says the club have not announced the deal yet because of a f...

Money for muscle? Dodge launches horsepower-based incentive program good for up to $7,970  Fox News

Dodge is putting money on the hood of its muscle cars, based on how much power is underneath it. The automaker has announced a new “Dodge Power ...