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Madhesi parties threaten to protest again if demands not met

Birgunj (Nepal), Sep 13 (ANI): The Nepal Government had scheduled third phase of election, Province 2 on September 18. Mahato warned of a final and fresh agitation if the ruling coalition conducted the elections without their consent at a time when they were struggling for the rights of the Madhesi people. Madhesi people don't want to take part in the polls without ensuring their fundamental rights. Rastriya Janata Party- Nepal (RJP-N) is ready to take part in the polls only if the government postpones the poll date and addressed the rights of Madhesi.

White House slams Clinton over reckless attacks in new book

Washington, D.C., Sep 13 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders called the former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's book, 'What Happened' sad and false. Sarah Sanders said the last chapter of her public life is going to be now defined by her propping up book sales with false and reckless attacks. Hundreds of fans clamored for Clinton's autograph on Tuesday as she signed copies of her book 'What Happened', a memoir about her failed attempt to win last year's U.S. presidential election. Since Clinton has reemerged on the national scene to promote her latest book, she has similarly leveled fierce attacks against Trump's conduct since taking office.

Ronaldo happy to play again, we are glad to see him back on pitch, says Zinedine Zidane

Madrid (Spain), Sep 13 (ANI): Informing about one of the most famous football players, the Real Madrid coach and veteran football player Zinedine Zidane on Tuesday said that striker Cristiano Ronaldo is happy to return to the pitch when Los Blancos host APOEL Nicosia on Wednesday in the first match of this season's Champions League. The Real Madrid coach added that for the last four games, Ronaldo has missed Real's due to a suspension for pushing a referee in the Spanish Super Cup against Barcelona.

Brexit bill wins UK parliamentary vote, reaches its next parliamentary stage

London (United Kingdom), Sep 12 (ANI): Brexit has moved to its next parliamentary stage after over 13 hours of debate in Britain's Parliament. The UK lawmakers backed the EU Withdrawal Bill by 326 votes to 290 despite critics warning that it represented a "power grab" by ministers. The bill, that is designed to end supremacy of EU law in the UK, will get UK same regulatory framework as the EU. The opponents of Prime Minister Theresa May trashed the bill as power grab by the Conservative government. Eventually, many feared chaotic Brexit in case they do not vote as Britain would not have laws to push the process. The bill was thought to be a nerve-wracking night for PM Theresa May. However, there are several other obstacles for PM who has to consider the demands for concessions before the bill becomes law. It will now be scrutinized line by line while both Conservative and Labor lawmakers attempt change it. Ultimately the bill needs agreement of both the Upper and Lower Houses on the pr

Visually Impaired Protest in Gilgit Baltistan against Biased Policies of Pakistan

Gilgit Baltistan, Sep 12: Outraged by the apathy and biased policies of Pakistani establishment, this crowd predominantly comprising visually challenged people, hit the streets seeking an action into mistreatment and denial of fundamental rights to the handicapped people in the region. There are no scholarship programs, no concessions and no reservations for these visually challenged people.

Matter of regret that central role of terrorism being overlooked in J and K: India's Ambassador to UN

Geneva, Sep 12 (ANI): India's Ambassador to the United Nations Rajiv K Chander said that it is a matter of regret that the central role of terrorism is being overlooked in the Jammu and Kashmir. While addressing the delegates, Chander said that the assessments of human rights shouldn't be a matter of political convenience.

Markets, schools closed as storm floods Philippines

Manila (Philippines), Sep 12 (ANI): Heavy rains caused flooding in some parts of the Philippine and nearby provinces, disrupting traffic and shutting down financial markets, government offices and schools, as a storm swept across the main Luzon island. The weather bureau raised storm-warning signals over Manila and 19 provinces in Luzon as a tropical cyclone with winds up to 60 km per hour made landfall before noon over the eastern province of Quezon. Authorities ordered the evacuation of residents in some towns submerged by floodwater and 13 people are reported to be missing till now. The weather bureau said it was also keeping an eye on typhoon Talim, which is packing winds of up to 120 kph and moving toward the country's northern tip.

Watch: Chinese Woman in Pakistan under CPEC thrashes a Pakistani

Peshawar (Pakistan), Sep 12 (ANI): A Chinese woman under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), thrashed a Pakistani man, who works at a women's clothing store in Peshawar. The video of the incident was caught on mobile camera. In the video, the woman can be seen mercilessly thrashing one of the workers. When the man tried to escape, another Chinese woman blocked his way.

Nepal EC objects cabinet expansion as PM Deuba inducts 4 more ministers

Kathmandu (Nepal), Sep 12 (ANI): The Election Commission (EC) has said its attention has been drawn to Tuesday Cabinet expansion and that the move violates the election code of conduct. Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Monday inducted three ministers and one state minister from the Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal, making the Council of Ministers the largest ever in the country's history. The commission on August 31 had given seven-point directions to Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. Prime Minister Deuba, who took over the office of four months ago, have got 388 votes with eight short for two-third majority which has compelled the 40th Premier of Nepal to expand his cabinet for 5th time during his honeymoon period to secure his government as well as to appease all the members.

Power supply could be down in Florida for weeks: White House

Washington D.C. (United States), Sep 12 (ANI): The White House homeland security advisor Tom Bossert said it could take weeks before power is restored in Florida. Bossert added that it may also take weeks before residents are able to return to the Keys Hurricane Irma flooded cities, leaving almost 6.5 million homes and businesses without power in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama. Hurricane Irma gained strength with a double barrel threat of destructive winds and life-threatening storm surges.

'Green' the theme of Frankfurt Auto Show

New Delhi, Sep 12 (ANI): Frankfurt Auto Show is known for being the world's largest display of cars. But this year's Frankfurt auto show is all about being green. This year's auto show may be missing some major industry players, but the ones who are there appear to all be on the same track towards electric. With big names like Tesla and Nissan noticeably absent, visitor numbers too appear to be falling.

Barack Obama makes surprise visit to Washington D.C. high school

Washington D.C. (United States), Sep 12 (ANI): Former U.S. President Barack Obama paid a surprise visit to students at Washington D.C., high school. Obama took part in the discussion with the students from McKinley Tech High School. He talked about their life goals and encouraged them to pursue higher education. Obama said he believes that most of the world's problems in the future would be solved by today's young people.

Delta Air Lines cancels 800 flights due to Hurricane Irma

New Delhi, Sep 12 (ANI): Delta Air Lines cancelled more than 800 flights due to Hurricane Irma, now a tropical storm blowing through Atlanta. The U.S. airline said Irma is bringing strong crosswinds that could make landing dangerous. Irma, ranked as one of the most powerful hurricanes recorded in the Atlantic, hit a wide swath of Florida over the past few days. Delta operates the world's largest airline hub at Hartsfield-Jackson, and flight cancellations can disrupt travel plans of tens of thousands of people from around the country and the world. At the same time, Delta is working on resuming service to airports in Florida that got hit by Irma.

Ancient Viking sword found in Norwegian mountains

Lillehammer and Oppland (Norway), Sep 12 (ANI): A father and son discovered an incredibly well-preserved Viking sword while reindeer hunting in the mountains of Oppland, Norway. A video shot and shared on social media by 'Secrets of the Ice' offered a close look at the ancient sword. The Norwegian archeologists dated the Viking sword to the period between 850 to 950 AD, making the find approximately 1100 years old.

Cubans wade, boat through downtown Havana after Hurricane Irma

Cuba (U.S.A), Sep 11 (ANI): Waves of up to 36 feet smashed businesses along Havana's sea side drive on Sunday morning in the wake of Hurricane Irma, pummeling famous hotels such as the Copacabana, which were evacuated along with flooded neighbourhoods. First responders spent the night rescuing people from their homes in central Havana as the sea struck with historic force in the flood-prone area, even as the storm approached Florida to the north. Irma did not hit Havana directly and brought only moderate wind and rain, but the storm surge was still driving giant waves over the sea wall on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal banks third U.S. Open title

New York (United States), Sep 11 (ANI): An appropriate finishing kick for his 16th grand slam, world No. 1 Rafael Nadal literally overwhelmed Kevin Anderson, and the world alike, when he did not face a single break point and lost only 15 points on his serve in the final match, to win his third US Open title here. Nadal claimed his second grand slam title of the year - having won the French Open in June - beating No. 28 seed Kevin Anderson of South Africa in straight sets 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, here. Nadal now has won at least two grand slam tournament titles in a season for the fourth time in his career. Nadal further solidified his standing as the world's No. 1 male player and trails only Roger Federer.

President Putin sends FIFA World Cup trophy on Russia's tour

Moscow (Russia), Sep 11 (ANI): The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup trophy began its longest ever national journey across a host country in Russia before the 2018 championship. Russian President Vladimir Putin and FIFA President Gianni Infantino launched the trophy's tour, with the head of world soccer's governing body praising Russia's readiness for the event. Surrounded by hundreds of young soccer players, Infantino and Putin took turns to hold the FIFA World Cup in their hands before it started its 123-day, 26,000 km journey. The trophy will visit 24 Russian cities, from Vladivostok in the far east to Kaliningrad, the most westerly of the host cities.

Biggest same-sex marriage rally in Australian history

Sydney (Australia), Sep 11 (ANI): More than 2,00,000 people gathered for the biggest same sex marriage rally in Australian history. The demonstration for LGBTIQ rights was held in Sydney. The march began at the steps of the city's Town Hall and comes as the country starts a postal survey, which could make same-sex marriage legal. Supporters clad in rainbow colors filled the heart of the city to insist on equal rights. The country's Opposition Leader, Bill Shorten, was among them. Australia is one of the only developed English-speaking countries not to have legalised same-sex marriage. That's despite strong popular support and the backing of a majority of lawmakers.

Egyptian archaeologists discover 3,000-year-old tomb of goldsmith

Egypt, Sep 11 (ANI): Egyptian archaeologists have discovered a tomb of a prominent goldsmith who lived more than 3,000 years ago near the Nile city of Luxor. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities Khaled Al-Anani said the tomb dated back to Egypt's 18th dynasty New Kingdom era - around 15th century B.C. The site includes a courtyard and niche with a statue of the goldsmith Amenemhat and his wife and one of his sons, the ministry said in a statement. Egypt's ancient relics are a draw for tourists and authorities hope new finds can also help attract more visitors.

Thousands turn out for massive rally to support same-sex marriage

Sydney (Australia), Sep 10 (ANI): The biggest demonstration for LGBTIQ rights in Australian history was attended by more than 20,000 people. The demonstration for LGBTIQ rights was held in Sydney on Sunday. The march began at the steps of the city's Town Hall and comes as the country starts a postal survey which could make same-sex marriage legal. Supporters clad in rainbow colours filled the heart of the city to insist on equal rights.