Four killed in blast at Bangladesh Eid prayers, gun battle continues
Dhaka, Jul 7 (IBNS) : In the second terror strike in Bangladesh in less than a week's time, at least four people, including a policeman, were killed and seven cops injured on Thursday after a bomb exploded near a mass Eid prayer congregation, reports said.
MS Dhoni turns 35
Kolkata, July 7 (IBNS): In a cricket crazy nation like India, where millions turn up on match days to cheer for their favourite team and everyone seems to house an opinion, it's easy to lose one's cool, but only few have managed to keep it intact, none better than birthday boy Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who turned 35 on Thursday.
President Mukherjee greets citizens on Eid al-Fitr
New Delhi, July 7 (IBNS): As Muslims all over India gather together to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday greeted the nation on the auspicious occasion while urging them to dedicate themselves to the service of humanity.
PM Modi to kick-start his African tour with Mozambique visit
New Delhi, July 7 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who left for his 5-day Africa tour on Thursday, will start his four nation journey with Mozambique.
Bangladesh explosion kills two, injure several
Kishoreganj, Bangladesh, July 7 (IBNS) An explosion in Bangladesh's Kishoreganj, about 100 km from Dhaka, near a massive Eid gathering on Thursday killed a cop and another person and injured many, according to initial reports.
Income Declaration Scheme 2016 offers one-time opportunity till September 30 to declare undisclosed income
Kolkata, July 6 (IBNS) The Income Declaration Scheme 2016 offers a one-time opportunity to persons who have not paid full taxes in the past, to declare their undisclosed incomes and assets voluntarily and participate in nation building, said Ashis Verma, Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, while addressing a press conference here.
Assam: Floods affect over 80,000 lives
Guwahati, July 6 (IBNS): Heavy rains on Sunday have left over 80,000 people reeling under flood water in Assam, reports said.
Centre to erect 25667 new houses, says Venkaiah Naidu
New Delhi, July 6 (IBNS): Union Urban Development Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Wednesday said that that his ministry will build 25667 new houses and will redevelop certain places in the national capital.
Modi remembers Syama Prasad Mookerjee on birth anniversary
New Delhi, July 6 (IBNS): Remembering on his birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, which is the forerunner of the Bharatiya Janata Party, had made rich contribution towards Indias history.
Sohail Tanvir hails Amazon Warriors spin threat as Hero CPL moves onward to Guyana
Guyana, July 6 (IBNS) Guyana Amazon Warriors fast bowler Sohail Tanvir believes that his side will take confidence from their fine start as the early pace-setters start the home leg of their Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) matches against an in-form Jamaica Tallawahs on Thursday (7pm).
AB de Villiers fifty sees Tridents to first Hero CPL 2016 win
St Kitts & Nevis , July 6 (IBNS) A game that was full of ebbs and flows at Warner Park, St Kitts saw the Barbados Tridents claim victory over the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots in the Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
Narendra Modi remembers Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary
New Delhi, July 6 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Dalit leader Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wishes nation on Rath Yatra
New Delhi, July 6 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the occasion of Rath Yatra on Wednesday.
UN humanitarian coordinator alarmed at deteriorating conditions in besieged Syrian towns
New York, July 6 (Just Earth News): The United Nations humanitarian coordinator for Syria has expressed alarm over reports of deteriorating humanitarian conditions and urgent medical evacuation needs in the towns of Madaya, Foah, Zabadani and Kefraya, where more than 62,000 people are besieged.
Brexit will have impact, but boom expected in real estate too: Laxman Jaiswal
An industry veteran, Laxman Jaiswal began his real estate journey two decades ago. In 2009 he founded ASCON INFRASTRUCTURE ( INDIA) PVT LTD and serves as its director now. In a chat with him, IBNS correspondent Sudipto Maity finds out the state of RE sector in Bengal and the scope it provides to the younger generation.
PM Modi meets Indian Olympic contingent, wishes good luck
New Delhi, July 5 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who on Monday met with the Indian Olympic contingent, wished them luck for the upcoming mega event.
Telangana advocates refuse to end strike
Hyderabad, Jul 5 (IBNS): Despite Chief Justice of India TS Thakur asking advocates from Telangana to withdraw their agitation, the state remains locked in a bitter tussle with Andhra Pradesh over division of judiciary posts and the high court, according to media reports.
Cabinet witnesses 19 new faces in major rejig
New Delhi, July 5 (IBNS): In the first ever cabinet reshuffle of the BJP-led NDA Government, 19 new faces were introduced after an exhaustive selection process.
Trump takes shot at Hillary, Islam
Washington, July 5 (IBNS): As the date for the US Presidential election nears, the plot thickens as candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton engage in a war of words over Twitter.
PM Modi greets RV Paswan on birthday
New Delhi, July 5 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted his colleague and Union Food Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on the latter's birthday.
Juno enters orbit around Jupiter
California, July 5 (IBNS) NASAs Juno mission has completed its main engine burn and entered orbit around Jupiter. Watch the live NASA news briefing at 1 a.m. EDT for more information.
Saudi attacks kill 4, suicide bombing close to holy site in Medina
Medina, July 5 (IBNS) At least four security officials were killed and five others were injured as a suicide bomber attacked a police post outside the holy mosque in Saudi Arabia's Medina city, media reports said.
West Bengal: Suspected terrorist held in Burdwan
Kolkata, Jul 5 (IBNS): Acting on a tip off, police on Monday late evening booked one suspected terrorist from a passenger train at Burdwan railway station in West Bengal, officials said.
Salim Khan joins Irrfan Khan in condemning Dhaka attack
Mumbai, Jul 4 (IBNS): Former Bollywood screenwriter Salim Khan on Sunday condemned the Dhaka terror attack and urged people to condemn it too, following soon after a strong condemnation by actor Irrfan Khan.
'Legal help' remark starts legal trouble for AIMIM chief Owaisi
Hyderabad, Jul 4 (IBNS): Offering of 'legal help' to five arrested IS suspect by All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi sparked an outrage as a complaint was lodged against the lawmaker for making anti-India statements, reports said.
Union Cabinet expansion to take place tomorrow
New Delhi, July 4 (IBNS): The expansion of the Union Cabinet will take place on Tuesday, officials said.
Slick France end Iceland saga
Saint-Denis, July 4 (IBNS) Hosts France are through to their first UEFA European Championship semi-final since 2000 after a thoroughly assured 5-2 win brought Iceland's remarkable run to a close.
Rio Olympics: Narendra Modi to meet Athletes Contingent today
New Delhi, July 4 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday will meet athletes who will represent India in the upcoming Rio Olympics.
Iraq: UN condemns terrorist attack in Baghdad, warning of 'avenge' by ISIL
New York, July 4 (Just Earth News):United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has condemned the terrorist bombing in the Iraqi capital of Baghdad on Sunday that reportedly killed more than 100 people in a busy shopping street an attack which the top UN official in that country described as an avenge by the terrorists of Da'esh who have suffered defeats at the battlefront.
Bangladesh attack: John Kerry calls Sheikh Hasina, offers FBI assistance
Dhaka, July 4 (IBNS) US Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday called Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina over the recent attack at a restaurant in capital Dhaka that left several people, including foreigners, killed, officials said.
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