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US Navy's F-18 jet crashes in Florida
An F-18 jet of the US Navy has crashed near Key West in the US state of Florida, the Navy said.
Shooting reported at Northwestern University, police call it 'hoax'
Northwestern University has issued an all-clear after police determined a report of shots fired at a graduate dorm on its main campus in Evanston in the US state of Illinois was a hoax.
Selena Gomez 'taking time to herself' amidst breakup rumours
Selena Gomez is taking time to herself amidst rumours of yer another split with pop star Justin Bieber.
Cheryl Burke takes break from social media
American model and TV host Cheryl Burke says she is taking a break from social media to deal with "personal things".
Diana Penty takes a stroll on ramp
Actress Diana Penty, who started her career as a model, took a "stroll" on the ramp here in her "easy and breezy" outfit created by designers Shyamal and Bhumika.
Last rites of slain CRPF jawan performed in Raj
The last rites of CRPF jawan Lakshman, who was killed in a Maoist attack, were performed today in Rajasthan's Alwar district. Nine CRPF personnel were yesterday killed after Maoists blasted their mine protected vehicle using over 50 kgs of explosives in Chhattisgarh's Sukma, about a year after a dozen jawans were killed in a similar ambush in the district. The mortal remains of Lakshman were cremated with full state honour at Sundarwadi village, SP Alwar Rahul Prakash said. MP Karan Singh Yadav, minister Hem Singh Bhadana, CRPF DIG Jagdish Meena and senior police officials were present in the funeral.
Witnessing sharp growth in West Bengal, says RSS leader
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has seen a sharp growth in West Bengal in the last few years, a senior RSS leader claimed today. "The number of RSS 'shakas' (daily meetings at local level) in entire Bengal area has gone up to 1,279 till February 2018 from 750 in 2013," RSS general secretary (South Bengal) Jishnu Basu said. In a bid to "combat rising radicalism and fundamentalism" in the state, the RSS is focusing on increasing its strength and presence here, said a senior RSS functionary. According to Basu, the RSS started gaining significance in West Bengal in 2013 during the celebration of Swami Vivekananda's 150th birth anniversary. Since then, the organisation has been growing in the state, as more and more people are getting connected with it, he said. "Apart from 'Shakas', there has also been an increase in weekly meetings and monthly meetings," he said.
Hawking a celebrity face of moden physics: Rahul
Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday mourned the death of British physicist Professor Stephen Hawking, terming him a "celebrity face of modern physics".
World Para Athletics Grand Prix: Deepa Malik takes Asian top spot
Indian para-athlete Deepa Malik top-scored in the discus throw Asia Ranking 53 category and secured second place in the Asian Games combined category event 51/52/53 on Day Two of the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2018 in Dubai.After throwing her career-best 8.01 metres, Malik also qualified for the Asian Para Games 2018 to be held in Jakarta, Indonesia in October.The 47-year-old took to social media to share this news."Qualified discus for Asian Games by securing current Asia Ranking 1 53 category and Asian Games combined category event 51/52/53 Discus Ranking 2 as on date. By throwing my personal best ever 8.01 mtrs," Malik wrote on Twitter.Malik won a silver medal in the shot put at 2016 Paralympic Games, to become the first Indian woman to win a medal at the Paralympics.She has been honoured with the Arjuna award in 2012 and has also been conferred the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2017 for her achievements.
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After breakup, Malik unfollows Hadid on Instagram
Singer Zayn Malik has unfollowed Gigi Hadid and her mother Yolanda on social media following his break-up with the model.
British theoretical scientist Stephen Hawking dies at 76
Stephen Hawking, the legendary British theoretical physicist who explored the mysteries of the universe from his wheelchair and went on to become an inspiring figure globally, died today at his home in Cambridge. His family said that Hawking, 76, died peacefully in his home near Cambridge University, where he did much of his ground-breaking work on black holes and relativity. "We are deeply saddened that our beloved father passed away today," Hawking's children, Lucy, Robert and Tim said in a statement. "He was a great scientist and an extraordinary man whose work and legacy will live on for many years. His courage and persistence with his brilliance and humour inspired people across the world," the statement said. "He once said, 'It would not be much of a universe if it wasn't home to the people you love.' We will miss him for ever," it added. British Prime Minister Theresa May led tributes to the UK's famous scientist as "one of the greatest scientists of his generation" whose ...
Mamata condoles death of Stephen Hawking
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today condoled the death of legendary British scientist Stephen Hawking. Hawking, the renowned theoretical physicist who explored the mysteries of the universe, died today at his home in Cambridge. He was 76. "Tribute to Stephen Hawking, the legendary scientist who redefined modern cosmology and inspired generations of young minds. Condolences to his family and admirers. Rest in peace," Banerjee said a statement. Hawking's family said he died peacefully in his home near Cambridge University, where he did much of his ground-breaking work on black holes and relativity.
23 Indians arrested for working in Lanka on tourist visas
Twenty-three Indian nationals were today arrested in Sri Lanka for allegedly working in the country while on tourist visas. The Department of Immigration and Emigration said nine of the arrested suspects had been engaged in astrology while nine others were into the sale of textiles, the NewsRadio reported. Five other suspects had been engaged in carpentry. A senior official said the immigration department will take steps to seize the 23 Indians' passports and carry out further investigations.
Congress chief pays tributes to Stephen Hawking
Congress President Rahul Gandhi today condoled the demise of renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, describing him as a torchbearer for logic, reason and scientific temper who left an indelible mark on society. He said Hawking was the celebrity face of modern physics despite his physical challenges. "His physical challenges notwithstanding, Prof Stephen Hawking was the celebrity face of modern physics. A torchbearer for logic, reason and scientific temper, the professor left an indelible mark on our society. Like millions of his fans around the world, I mourn his passing," Gandhi said on Twitter. The legendary British theoretical physicist, Hawking, who explored the mysteries of the universe from his wheelchair and went on to become an inspiring figure globally, died today at his home in Cambridge. His family said that Hawking, 76, died peacefully in his home near Cambridge University, where he did much of his ground-breaking work on black holes and relativity. Hawking suffered from ALS .
Gauahar to launch her clothing line on mother's birthday
Actress Gauahar Khan has chosen her mother's birthday on Thursday to launch her clothing line.
Guard of honour for slain Odisha trooper
Slain CRPF jawan Manoranjan Lenka, who was among the nine troopers who lost their lives in a Maoist attack in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, was given a guard of honour here on Wednesday.
Chernobyl victim 'on cloud nine' after Paralympic gold
An American skier who suffered birth defects due to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster and spent her early life in orphanages said today she was "on cloud nine" after winning Winter Paralympic gold. Oksana Masters was born in 1989 in what is now Ukraine, and was then part of the Soviet Union, three years after a reactor exploded at the Chernobyl plant, sparking the world's worst nuclear disaster. At birth she had six toes on each foot, five webbed fingers on each hand and no thumbs, and her left leg was six inches (15cm) shorter than her right. Her family gave her up and she lived in three different orphanages until the age of seven, when she was adopted by an American woman and taken to the United States. Due to the severity of her birth defects, doctors decided to amputate both her legs, and she also had multiple rounds of reconstructive surgery on her hands. But despite her disabilities, Masters was determined to get involved in sports. As well as skiing, she also competes in rowing, ..
Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid part ways
Pop star Zayn Malik and supermodel Gigi Hadid have called it quits after dating for more than two years. The pair was last photographed together on January 29 in New York. "Gigi and I had an incredibly meaningful, loving and fun relationship and I have a huge amount of respect and adoration for Gigi as a woman and friend. "She has such an incredible soul. I'm grateful to all of our fans for respecting this difficult decision and our privacy at this time; we wish this news could have come from us first. We love you all," Zayn, 25, said in a statement posted on Twitter. Gigi, 22, said the split was amicable and she is grateful for the "love and time" Zayn shared with her. "Breakup statements often seem impersonal because there is really no way to put into words what two people experience over a few years not only in the relationship, but in life in general. "I'm forever grateful for the love, time, and life lessons that Z and I shared. I want nothing but the best for him and will ...
Birthday boy Aamir dedicates 1st Instagram post to mother
Bollywood superstar and birthday boy Aamir Khan has dedicated his first Instagram post to a very special person.Comprising a grid of nine photos, the 'Dangal' star shared a photo of his mother.He captioned the post as, "The person because of whom I am who I am..."The 'Thugs of Hindostan' star, who currently enjoys a massive social media following through Facebook and Twitter, on Tuesday, joined the Instagram family.
