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Challenge narrative of hatred, division by caring for victims of terrorism: UN chief

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UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called for global support for the victims of terrorism and their families, stressing that it is a “moral imperative” to protect their rights and amplifying their voices will help to challenge the narrative of hatred that terrorism aims to spread. Recognising the impact of terrorism on the lives of ordinary people worldwide was the focus yesterday to mark the first International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism. The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution last December and proclaimed August…

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India secure 2 medals at world youth boxing without a fight

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The Indian boxing contingent was assured of two medals at the world youth championships even before the competition got underway after two women pugilists got direct entry into semifinals owing to the small size of the draw here. Sakshi Gaidhani (81kg) and Neha Yadav (+81kg) made the last-four stage to put India on the medal table without the exchange of a single blow in the event, which will get underway today.While Saskhi will face Russia’s Anastasiia Rybak, Neha will square off against Ukraine’s Mariia Lovchynska in their respective semifinal clashes.…

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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS CATEGORIES 

I don’t expect any protests against film: ‘Hotel Milan’ director

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His upcoming Uttar Pradesh-set satire “Hotel Milan” deals with anti-Romeo squads but director Vishal Mishra says he doesn’t expect any protests over the film. Starring Kunal Roy Kapur, Jaideep Ahlawat and Zeeshan Qadri in pivotal roles, the film chronicles the story of two friends who decide to run ‘Hotel Milan’, a destination for lovers to meet. Things change when they are attacked by the anti-Romeo squad and political hooligans.When asked if he fears that the criticism of anti-Romeo squad will lead to protests or banning of the film, the director told reporters,…

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India, China handling differences with ‘sensitivity and maturity’: Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India and China are handling their differences with “sensitivity and maturity” by not allowing them to become disputes and this was evident from peace in border areas.Modi also termed India-China relations as a factor of stability in the world and appreciated the increased momentum of high-level contacts between the two countries across all spheres, including in areas of defence and military exchanges. He made these remarks when State Councillor and Defence Minister of China General Wei Fenghe called on him here today, according to a…

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BUSINESS NEWS CATEGORIES 

Rupee ends flat at 69.81 against US dollaXr

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The rupee today erased all its early strong gains and eventually ended just a paisa higher at 69.81 against the US dollar due to fag-end demand for the greenback from importers amid lacklustre local equities.Despite a firm start, the domestic currency showed signs of fatigue and succumbed to renewed dollar pressure even as market participants stayed away from taking fresh positions ahead of a trading holiday.The release of the latest FOMC meeting minutes and the key speech by the Fed Chair Jerome Powell at the central bank symposium in Jackson…

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LEGAL NEWS NEWS CATEGORIES 

SC terms criminalisation of politics as ‘rot’, says may ask EC to deal with it

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Dubbing criminalisation of politics as “rot”, the Supreme Court today said it may consider directing the Election Commission to ask political parties to get their members disclose criminal cases against them so that the electors know how many “alleged crooks” are there in such parties. The observation by a five-judge constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra came when it was told by the Centre that considering the concept of separation of powers, the issue of disqualification of lawmakers fell under the domain of Parliament.”Everybody understands that (doctrine of…

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Vinesh enters history books, becomes first Indian woman wrestler to win Asiad gold

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Jakarta, Aug 20 (DIN NEWS) Vinesh Phogat today created history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win a gold medal at the Asian Games, brushing aside her rivals with remarkable ease in the 50kg category here. Vinesh was a medal-favourite in her category and was likely to face stiff competition from Japan’s Yuki Irie whom she outplayed 6-2 in the final. It is surely a ground-breaking achievement for the 23-year-old firebrand Haryana wrestler, who is connected to Dangal-famed Phogat family. Putting behind her heart-breaking loss at the Olympics…

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There was a lot of negativity around ‘Race 3’ even before release: Bobby Deol

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Mumbai, Aug 20 (DIN NEWS) Bobby Deol is happy with the box office performance of his last release “Race 3” but says he does not understand why the film was trolled so much for “everything and anything.” Bobby returned to screen after a hiatus with Salman Khan-fronted multi-starrer recently. The film was panned critically and was subject to memes on the internet. “I don’t know what happened,” Bobby says about the film’s reception. “There was a lot of negativity for the film from the word go. I don’t know what…

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LEGAL NEWS NEWS CATEGORIES 

One more charge sheet filed in Manipur fake encounter cases: CBI to SC

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New Delhi, Aug 20 (DIN NEWS) The CBI’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) today told the Supreme Court that it had filed another charge sheet in connection with the alleged fake encounters by the Army, Assam Rifles and police in Manipur. On July 30, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) informed the apex court that its had filed two charge sheets before the competent court in connection with the cases. During the brief hearing today, a bench comprising Justices Madan B Lokur and U U Lalit asked the SIT to file…

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RBI staff to go on mass leave on Sept 4, 5 over pension issues

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Hyderabad, Aug 20 (DIN NEWS) The United Forum of Reserve Bank Officers and Employees today said its members will go on mass casual leave on September 4 and 5, pressing their long-pending demands over pension related issues. According to a press release, United Forum today held a silent demonstration near the RBI office here which witnessed the participation of various leaders. “To express deep resentment at the attitude of the officials of the Government of India, RBI staff members have waited too long and the limit of patience is crossing…

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