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London on lockdown after reports of gunfire outside Oxford Circus Station

London (UK), Nov 25 (ANI): London's Oxford Circus Station was evacuated after the reports of gunfire. The police blocked the roads within several blocks of Oxford Circus area and urged the people to take vicinity inside office buildings and shops. No casualty has been reported so far. Metropolitan Police said that its officers had "responded as if the incident is terrorist related." Oxford Circus Station is one of the busiest subway stations in London.

Nepal polls: 'Identity' becomes main agenda for RJP-N

Kathmandu (Nepal), Nov 24 (ANI): In Nepal, the Rastriya Janata Party- Nepal (RJP-N) has made the issues of identity, rights and respect as its main agenda in the upcoming Parliamentary elections. The alliance of Madhesh based parties has laid its focus on the Province no. 2 with candidacy in all parts of the country. The long time agitating party went for the final round of local elections in September after the government committed to take the amendment bill for further deliberations. It is now taking part in the second round of Parliamentary and Provincial election that is scheduled for December. In his manifesto, the RJP-N promised to make amendments in the constitution and ensure the citizenship and linguistic rights of the Madhesis. Also, the RJP-N has announced a compensation of five million rupees each to the families of those who lost their lives during Nepal's Madhesh Movement. Nepal, which recently held the local elections in three rounds, is scheduled to hold the elections

Watch: Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed walks free

Lahore (Pakistan), Nov 24 (ANI): Mumbai mastermind and Jamaat-ud-Dawah (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed has been released from house arrest in Lahore. Police guards have been removed from his residence where a large number of supporters gathered to celebrate the end of his house arrest. In his first address after being released, Saeed blamed India and the United States for detention and he also raked up Kashmir. Saeed is said to be the head of the U.S.-designated terror outfit, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and had been under house arrest since January 31 this year.

3 coffees a day do 'more health than harm'

London (United Kingdom), Nov 24 (ANI): It's the drink many have to start the day. But coffee may not only be giving you that morning boost - it could also have health benefits too and not just one cup of the caffeinated brew. A new study says drinking three to four coffees a day is likely to do more good than harm. Researchers collected evidence from over 200 studies on coffee consumption and health and published the findings in the Journal. They found those who drink more of it experience lower risks of premature death and heart disease than those who don't have coffee at all. It's also linked to lower risks of diabetes, liver disease, dementia and some cancers. Scientists say because the study was based on mainly observational data, no firm conclusions could be drawn about cause and effect. But they insist the findings prove moderate coffee consumption is safe, and more than likely to be good for you. So go on, pour yourself another cup.

World's 'heaviest man' undergoes surgery

Mexico, Nov 24 (ANI): A Mexican man who weighed more than half a ton, underwent surgery in Guadalajara on Wednesday in a bid to halve his weight. 33-year-old, Juan Pedro Franco, has been dubbed the world's heaviest man. Earlier this year he reportedly weighed as much as 595 kilos (1,311 pounds). But after a three-month diet, Franco reportedly shed 175 kilos in a special clinic to allow him to have the surgery. According to reports, Franco had been bed-ridden for some seven years, having battled obesity since his late teens.

Trump delivers lunch to Coast Guard members

Florida (United States), Nov 24 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump sent Thanksgiving lunch to Coast Guard personnel near his Palm Beach home. Trump, along with First Lady Melania Trump, arrived at the Coast Guard Station Lake Worth Inlet around mid-morning with an array of snacks, including muffins, coffees, fruit, and sandwiches. The President mentioned that he was ordering 'tremendous amounts of new equipment' for the military, including F-35 fighter jet.

Watch: New York Macy's Thanksgiving parade

New York (United States), Nov 24 (ANI): New York held its 91st annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday with marching bands, floats and giant balloons. Outside Macy's flagship store on 34th street, spectators applauded the procession of marching bands and musical acts from around the country and the helium balloons with cartoon characters that hovered over the parade route. About 50 million people worldwide were expected to watch the televised parade that snakes through 2.5 miles (4 km) of Manhattan. The show ushers in both the U.S. holiday season and the busiest time of year to travel.

Everyday six people get killed extra judicially in Balochistan, says Baloch activist

Geneva, Switzerland, Nov 23 (ANI): Human rights violations in Balochistan province of Pakistan have drawn concern and criticism from the world over. The growing conflict between the government of Pakistan and Baloch nationalists result in the rise in enforced disappearances, tortures and killings of intellectuals and activists from the province. Baloch journalist and human rights activist Ahmar Mutikhan claims that Pakistan army is engaged in genocide of Baloch people. The situation in Balochistan is getting worse since China start constructing multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. A large number of indigenous Baloch have been displaced and killed by the security forces. Ahmar said Pakistan is hiding its crime in Balochistan by restricting visits of humanitarian groups and aid agencies. The China-led 51.5 billion dollar multi-layered infrastructure project aims to connect Kashgar in China's western province of Xinjiang, with the port of Gwadar in Balochistan. Some of

Bomb blast outside former MP Ramchand Shah's residence

Birgunj (Nepal), Nov 23 (ANI): A bomb blast shook Birgunj on Tuesday ahead of first phase of provincial and parliamentary polls in the state. The blast occurred outside the residence of former Member of Parliament Ramchand Shah. Nepal is witnessing huge opposition from monarchy supporters as the country reaches last step in its transition to a federal democracy.

Los Angeles's homeless enjoy a Thanksgiving feast on Skid Row

Los Angeles (United States), Nov 23 (ANI): Homeless people in Los Angeles enjoyed a traditional Thanksgiving feast provided by the Los Angeles Mission. The lunch included roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese and collard greens. The annual meal held on Los Angeles' Skid Row, where many in LA's homeless community live, has been a staple in the downtown area for over two decades. The Los Angeles Mission has served the people of Skid Row for over 35 years, providing emergency services such as shelter, food, clothing, as well as professional medical and dental services.

Watch: Trump pardons Thanksgiving turkeys

Washington D.C. (United States), Nov 22 (ANI): The United States President Donald Trump pardoned two turkeys this year, Wishbone and Drumstick, during the 70th National Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony in the Rose Garden. First lady Melania Trump and son Barron attended the event. The two turkeys will be allowed to live the rest of their lives at a Virginia farm.

Watch: Hammy, Celebrity deer with a hammock stuck on his antler

Canada, Nov 22 (ANI): A deer with an entangled purple hammock stuck on his right antler has become the new celebrity at Prince Rupert in British Columbia, Canada. Mack went back to her home in Alberta but couldn't get Hammy out of her head, so she set up a Facebook group where neighbours have since uploaded photos and videos of their encounters with Hammy. The group has now over 1,300 members.

CPEC brings environmental disasters to Gilgit- Baltistan

Gilgit (PoK), Nov 21 (ANI): Gilgit-Baltistan is home to some of the world's highest mountain ranges. But, the region is losing its luster and brilliance owing to the constant human interference.The multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which is touted as one of the biggest game changers, has not only crippled the flora and fauna of the region but has proven detrimental to the life of humans too.The locals fear the construction and movement of traffic in the mountainous region will severely impact its natural beauty.The exploitation of resources in the region has adversely affected the mountains and the rivers of the region.Locals say that federal and the provincial government are hand in glove with each other in deteriorating the environment.The people in Gilgit Baltistan are worried that vehicular movement will cause many diseases and it will also change the weather dynamics of the region. Gilgit-Baltistan is a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and

Protests against unjust taxes rock Gilgit Baltistan

Gilgit Baltistan, 21 November: Massive protests erupted in Gilgit Baltistan against the Pakistan government imposing unjust taxes on several commodities ranging from petroleum to basic household products. These agitating residents are testimony to the misrule and barbarity they have been subjected to for seven decades by Pakistan.

Watch: Melania Trump receives White House Christmas tree

Washington D.C. (United States), Nov 21 (ANI): First lady of the United States Melania Trump received the 2017 White House Christmas tree with son Barron. The tree was presented by the Chapman family of Wisconsin. The 19-foot-tall Balsam fir will be on display in the Blue Room during the holiday season.

Watch: Pomeranian dog appears in series of cute videos

New York (United States), Nov 21 (ANI): 'Bertie', a four-year-old Pomeranian dog, is a hit on the internet with 55,000 followers, who enjoy regular videos of the dog messing around and making cute faces. Bertie, who lives in New York, goes to work with Kathy every day at an art gallery where he enjoys playing and socialising with some of his dog friends.

British embassy employs rescue cat in Jordan

Jordan, Nov 21 (ANI): Meet Lawrence of Abdoun, a furry feline who is the first "diplo-cat" to be appointed by the British Embassy in Amman. Rescued from an animal shelter in October, Lawrence was chosen as the first overseas envoy to Palmerston, the chief mouser at the United Kingdom Foreign Office in London. The black and white fur-ball is named after T.E. Lawrence, a British military officer who fought alongside Arabs in the Great Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War. Abdoun is the neighbourhood where the British embassy is located.

Gwadar residents protest against water shortage

Karachi (Pakistan), Nov 21 (ANI): Hundreds of Gwadar residents, political activists and members of civil society arrived in Karachi from Gwadar to hold a protest demonstration outside Karachi Press Club (KPC) against water shortage. Gwadar is at the Core of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor and the city is without water. The Gwadar residents blocked Karachi-Gawdar road demanding water. Addressing the protest, speakers said that government had failed to supply drinking water to Gwadar. They added that they had covered 700km just to raise the issue. The residents have been wandering in different areas to fetch drinking water amid the on-going water shortage. They also appealed to Prime Minister Abbasi to take notice of this grave issue and order urgent and practical steps to overcome it.

Trump's tweet on UCLA players was 'rhetorical', clarifies White House

Washington, D.C., Nov 21 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders defended President Trump's tweet on the UCLA players saying it was a 'rhetorical response' to criticism by the father of one of the players. Sanders says was 'happy to intervene' to help secure the release of three UCLA basketball players who had been detained in China on suspicion of shoplifting. Sanders said Trump's tweet that he should have left them in jail was merely a 'rhetorical response' to criticism from LaVar Ball, the father of LiAngelo Ball, who downplayed the president's involvement in the athletes' release.

Vijay Mallya appears in Westminster Court in extradition case

London, Nov 20 (ANI): Absconding liquor baron Vijay Mallya appeared in London's Westminster Court today in extradition case. His side argued that he fears for his life in India. Prosecution is now preparing a submission by the Indian government outlining the security measures that will be in place for him. The 61-year-old businessman has repeatedly emphasised that he has done nothing wrong and the evidence will speak in court.