06-08-2016
A total of 49,000 pilgrims, both Saudis and residents, will benefit from the low-cost Haj package through 76 companies and agencies this year.
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06-08-2016
His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Friday extended condolences to the family of martyr Jassim Eisa Al Baloushi, who died on duty while putting out the fire that broke out on an Emirates Airline’s plane at Dubai International Airport on Wednesday.
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06-08-2016
Dubai International is facing its fourth day of disruptions with over 100 flights cancelled on Saturday, the day when the Middle East’s busiest airport is planning to return to full operations for the first time since Wednesday.
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06-08-2016
As many as 34% of ministers in states have declared criminal cases pending against themselves, while 76% are crorepatis with average assets of Rs 8.59 crore, finds a new study.
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06-08-2016
Curfew continued today in many parts of Kashmir, a day after fresh violence left three persons dead and 150 injured, while normal life remained paralysed for the 29 consecutive day.
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06-08-2016
When archer Zahra Nemati carried the Iranian flag into the Maracana Stadium on Friday, she broke new ground for the Islamic country. Never before had a woman led Iran's team into the parade of athletes in an Olympic opening ceremony.
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06-08-2016
At least 13 people have died and six been injured in a fire today at a bar in Rouen, northern France, Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve said.
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06-08-2016
With 2,610 cases recorded since January 2016, Karnataka has the third highest number of dengue cases in the country. Kerala tops with 4,060 cases, followed by Odisha with 2,683.
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06-08-2016
After a fairytale run to the Rio Games following a gap of 36 years, an upbeat India will now look to begin from where they had left against Japan when they clash in their women's hockey opener in a pool B match of the XXXI Olympiad here tomorrow.
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06-08-2016
In more trouble for Vijay Mallya, a non-bailable warrant was today issued against him in a 2012 cheque bounce case by a Delhi court which said that coercive steps were required to ensure his appearance.
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06-08-2016
Brazil showcased its rich history and cultural heritage, combined with Rio's famous 'Samba' dance, as the 31st Olympic Games was officially launched with a subtle yet powerful message of global warming plaguing the world in a glittering opening ceremony here.
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