The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the secretary to the Union ministry of civil aviation and chairman of the Airports Authority of India on a complaint that the Chennai airport, despite having been modernised, has witnessed 61 incidents of glass panel fall in recent times, endangering safety of travellers.
Former Finance Minister Trevor Manuel called on President Jacob Zuma to resign in an interview with Soweto TV. “A violation of the key oath of office of the Head of State, which I think is a deep crisis. I think it’s in all of our interests that the president actually steps aside," Manuel said. His call comes after ANC stalwarts Mathews Phosa and Ahmed Kathrada called on the president to step down. Video posted to YouTube by Soweto TV.
Ralph Hamers, ING Group CEO, said that the ECB's latest measures make consumers worry rather than spend.
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NEWARK, N.J., April 6 (UPI) -- Rihanna focused on the power of being oneself during her acceptance speech at BET's Black Girls Rock! awards ceremony.
– Memphis Depay’s £100,000 per week wages will drop to £75,000 per week – Depay could be earning as much as £150,000 each week by 2018/19 – The Dutchman’s contract states United must always qualify for the Champions League Manchester United winger Memphis Depay could see his £100,000-per-week wages reduced by 25% next season due […]
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IKEA launches first virtual-reality app for HTC Vive.
Nigeria's military has opened a camp to rehabilitate Boko Haram fighters who have surrendered and are repentant, according to a statement Wednesday that urged other fighters to abandon the Islamic insurgency that has claimed 20,000 lives in six years.
Janet Jackson is going to be a mom! The singer addressed fans in a Twitter video early Wednesday morning. "Hey, you guys. On Aug. 31, as you probably, know I launched the Unbreakable...
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Indian men won the Asian Nations Cup Chess tournament with a 3-1 victory over Vietnam in the final round as they pushed formidable China down to second place here on Wednesday.
United Airlines says it is investigating why the flight attendant activated the emergency evacuation slide in Houston. She's been grounded while the investigation continues.
Gun ownership in the US is at its lowest point since record began, according to research from NORC at the University of Chicago.
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MILWAUKEE (The Borowitz Report)—In a sharply worded post-election threat on Tuesday night, the Republican Presidential candidate Donald J. Trump said that he intended to sue the entire population of Wisconsin “for everything it’s worth.”
Following reports of a resurgence in usage of polythene bags in and around Noida, despite an imposed, existing ban, the city district offices have decided to launch fresh raids and increase the fine amounts against violating shop-owners and vendors in Noida.
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UK top envoy to the alliance Gen. Adrian Bradshaw said that NATO should put more effort into supporting countries that are running counter-radicalization programs.
Amazon.com's founder and CEO defended the retailer's corporate culture, which was the subject of a critical report by The New York Times last year.
De norm die de politie zichzelf heeft opgelegd voor spoedmeldingen, in 90 procent van de gevallen binnen 15 minuten ter plaatse, wordt niet gehaald. In 85 procent van de gevallen is de politie wel op tijd.
– Boko Haram declares war on the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari in a new video which was released about 14 hours ago – The insurgents vow to match the fire power of the Nigerian military – The terrorist group warned the president against joining alliance with other countries to fight them – The jihadists […]
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New Delhi, Apr 6 () Reserve Bank is likely to hold the pause button until the end of this year, largely owing to inflationary pressures, a Nomura report has said. However, domestic ratings agency India Ratings has said the central bank will deliver another rate cut of 0.25 per cent this fiscal.
Ranchi, April 6 (IANS) Jharkhand Congress legislator Nirmala Devi is under scanner of the state police for calls allegedly made to Maoists from her mobile number.
