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Condemn violent protests,Uber must go: Francois Hollande
President Hollande condemned violent protests by cabbies against cab service UberPop. Uber has been declared illegal since January but the ban has not been imposed.
KFC food samples in Hyderabad found containing harmful bacteria
In yet another case of contaminated food, five samples from five outlets of US fast food retail giant KFC have been found to contain harmful substances.
US: Emotions run high as Charleston mourns shooting massacre victims
Emotions ran high as residents of Charleston held the first funeral service for victims of the shootings. President Obama will lead the eulogy for chief pastor on Friday's service.
Sex workers to launch drug awareness campaign among customers in Kolkata
The NGO, which is working with 1,30,000 sex workers in West Bengal, is organising various programmes on Friday, the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, to raise awareness among the masses.
Microsoft releases the new Word, Excel, PowerPoint apps for Android phones
Android phone owners can now use an updated version of Microsoft's Office tools for writing, spreadsheets and slideshows.
After 7 hours of discussion, EU leaders agree on strategy to confront migrant crisis
European leaders agreed to address the massive refugee crisis cause by people fleeing from war, poverty from North Africa and North East.
Shahid Kapoor's 'Shaandaar' to be released on Dussehra this year
Karan Johar took to micro-blogging site Twitter to make the announcement.
Vasundhara Raje's office says media is tarnishing her image
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje's office on Thursday rubbished media, saying "false" reports were being run on the basis of "rumours" to tarnish her image and cause "political damage".
Assam to make public transport smoking-free
The transport department of the Assam government has decided to strictly enforce anti-tobacco laws on its public transport system.
Congress seeks Vasundhara Raje's resignation, says surprised by PM Modi's silence on Lalit Modi row
Rajasthan Congress chief Sachin Pilot made a strong pitch for her resignation, saying no amount of BJP support can help her now.
CBDT working towards making tax payment hassle free
The CBDT is working to create an atmosphere where a taxpayer's life becomes easy by totally eliminating the hassle in paying taxes
Hockey World League: It's time for the India vs Pakistan humdinger
India beat Pakistan in the Asian Games Final, Pakistan beat India in the Champions Trophy semis. What will happen tomorrow as the archrivals meet at Hockey World League in Belgium - 1930 IST.
Former Portugal winger Simao joins Indian Super League
Simao Sabrosa had signed up as NorthEast United's marquee player for the second season of the Indian Super League (ISL), the team said on Thursday.
Heavy rains kill 45 people in Gujarat
Amreli district is the worst hit, with 36 deaths reported on Wednesday. The meteorological centre at Ahmedabad on Thursday predicted moderate to heavy rains in the coming days.
Fadnavis meets PM Modi after scam allegations hit Maharashtra government
The meeting between the two leaders came even as the Anti-Corruption Bureau wrote to Maharashtra principal secretary, seeking details of the deals worth Rs 206 crore, which were cleared by Pankaja Munde.
Congress to BJP: Stop defending the indefensible, sack Vasundhara Raje
Sachin Pilot called for the resignation of CM Vasundhara Raje after documents bearing her signature to support Lalit Modi's immigration application came to light.
