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IS 'Resurging' in Syria as US Pulls Troops: Watchdog
The Islamic State (IS) jihadist group was "resurging" in Syria while the United States withdrew troops, and has solidified its insurgent capabilities in neighboring Iraq, a Defense Department watchdog said Tuesday.
The jihadists -- who suffered major territorial losses at the hands of Iraqi and Syrian forces backed by a US-led international air campaign -- are exploiting weaknesses in local forces to make gains, the report from the Office of Inspector General said.
(Source: AFP)
Kim Says North Korean Launches Were Warning to US, South Korea
North Korea said on Wednesday, 7 August, a live-fire demonstration of newly developed, short-range ballistic missiles supervised by leader Kim Jong Un, was intended to send a warning to the United States and South Korea over their joint military exercises.
The official Korean Central News Agency said two missiles launched from a western airfield flew across the country and over the area surrounding the capital, Pyongyang, before accurately hitting an island target off its eastern coast.
(Source: AP)
At Least 95 Wounded in Kabul Car Bombing, Taliban Claims Responsibility
At least 95 people were wounded in a blast in Kabul's PD6 area on Wednesday morning, 7 August, says the Afghan Ministry of Public Health.
The interior Ministry says the explosion in the west of Kabul was a car bombing which targeted the police district 6 headquarters.
The Afghan Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
(Source: TOLOnews)
RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.40%, GDP Growth Projection Adjusted to 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut Repo Rate by 35 basis points to 5.40 percent. Reverse Repo rate is at 5.15 percent.
The GDP growth projection has been adjusted from 7 percent to 6.9 percent.
(Source: ANI)
Fire Breaks out in Trimurti Hosiery Mills in Ludhiana
Fire breaks out in Trimurti Hosiery Mills in Ludhiana's Sunder Nagar. About 50 fire tenders are present at the spot. More details awaited.
(Source: ANI)
Hafiz Saeed Held Guilty by Gujranwala Court
Hafiz Saeed was held guilty by Gujranwala court. The case has been shifted to Gujrat (Pak) according to Pakistan media reports.
(Source: ANI)
RBI to Cover All Repetitive Bill Payments Under Bharat Bill Payments System
The RBI has decided to cover all repetitive bill payments under the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) and a detailed guideline in this regard will be issued by September-end.
Currently, repetitive bill payments cover five segments -- direct-to-home, electricity, gas, telecom and water bills under the BBPS -- which is an inter-operable platform.
"In order to leverage the advantages of the BBPS and harness its full potential, it has been decided to permit all categories of billers (except prepaid recharges) who provide for recurring bill payments to participate in BBPS on a voluntary basis," the RBI said in 'Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies' post the monetary policy review.
(Source: PTI)
Hong Kong Lawyers March in Silence to Support Democracy Protesters
Hong Kong lawyers held a silent march in support of anti-government protesters highlighting the movement's enduring broad appeal despite increasingly ominous warnings from Beijing.
(Source: PTI)
NCW Seeks Immediate Action in Tihar Jail Inmate Rape Case
The National Commission for Women on Wednesday urged the Delhi police chief to take immediate action and submit a detailed report in the alleged rape of a Tihar Jail woman inmate by a police constable.
(Source: PTI)
Death Toll In Kabul Blast Reaches 14
14 people have been confirmed dead while 145 are wounded in a blast that took place when a Taliban car detonated in Kabul, Afghanistan.
(Source: AFP)
Veteran Director J OM Prakash Dies at 93
Veteran director and actor Hrithik Roshan's grandfather, J Om Prakash, passed away at the age of 93.
(Source: PTI)
Turkey Says Meeting With US on Syria 'Positive'
Turkey's Defence Minister Hulusi Akar said that talks with the US aimed at averting the need for a Turkish military intervention into northern Syria had been "positive".
(Source: PTI)
2 Rescued After Flash Floods Due to Cloudburst in Himachal
Two persons who got stranded in flash floods after a cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district on Wednesday have been rescued, police said.
(Source: PTI)
Calcutta HC Sets Aside Arrest Warrant Against Mukul Roy
The Calcutta High Court set aside an arrest warrant against BJP leader Mukul Roy in connection with the alleged recovery of unaccounted cash from a person.
(Source: PTI)
Two Killed, 40 Hurt in Accident on Way Back From NRC Hearing
Two persons, including a child, were killed and 40 others injured when the bus they were travelling in overturned in Assam's Kamrup district.
(Source: PTI)
Double Suicide Attack Kills 3 in Northeast Nigeria
Two female suicide bombers killed three civilians and wounded eight in a suspected Boko Haram attack in northeast Nigeria, emergency services said.
(Source: AFP)
Mamata Banerjee Unveils Statue of M Karunanidhi
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee unveils a statue of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi in Kodambakkam. DMK President MK Stalin was also present.
(Source: ANI)
Chopper Scam: ED Seeks NBW Against Ratul Puri
The Enforcement Directorate moved a Delhi court seeking issuance of non-bailable warrant (NBW) against Ratul Puri, nephew of Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath, in connection with a money laundering case related to the AgustaWestland chopper scam.
(Source: PTI)
17 Towns Along Ganga Declared Open-Defecation Free in Bihar
The Bihar government told the National Green Tribunal that 17 towns along the Ganga river in the state have been declared open-defecation free (ODF).
(Source: PTI)
Munquad Ali Has Been Appointed as BSP President
Munquad Ali has been appointed as the BSP Uttar Pradesh President by party chief Mayawati.
(Source: ANI)
HC Dismisses ED's Plea to Cancel Bail of Accused in Sterling Case
The Delhi High Court has dismissed the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) pleas seeking cancellation of bail to a businessman and a co-accused in the over Rs 8,000-crore money laundering case involving Gujarat-based Sterling Biotech Ltd.
(Source: PTI)
Ayodhya Dispute: SC Asks Nimohi Akhara to Come Prepared With Evidence
The Supreme Court has asked a Hindu body, which is claiming right over the entire 2.77 acre of disputed land at Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid site in Ayodhya, to come out with revenue records, documentary and oral evidence to establish its possession.
(Source: PTI)
Sri Lanka Indicts Forensic Chief Over Rugby Murder Cover Up
Sri Lankan authorities charged a former chief forensic officer with destroying evidence in the notorious murder of a leading rugby player, Wasim Thajudeen.
(Source: AFP)
Amit Shah Holds Extensive Discussion With Bangladeshi Counterpart
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and his Bangladeshi counterpart Asaduzzaman Khan held extensive discussion on a number of key bilateral issues.
(Sources: PTI)
Mallya Makes Another Offer of 100 per Cent Loan Payback
Embattled liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya took to Twitter once again to repeat his 100 per cent loan payback offer to the public sector banks in India.
(Source: PTI)
Shooting Incident Reported In Tyson; Police Found No Evidence
A shooting incident has been reported in Tyson, USA. However Fairfax Police has said that they “have found no evidence of any acts of violence or injuries."
Pak Violates Ceasefire at J&K’s Sunderbani, Army Retaliates
Pakistan initiated ceasefire violation around 10:15 pm in Sunderbani Sector of Rajouri district on Wednesday, ANI reported. Indian Army retaliated.
Water Level Exceeds Danger Level Near Bhilavadi Railway Station
Central Railway, Chief Public Relations Officer on Wednesday informed that water level exceeded the danger level at the bridge near Bhilavadi railway station. All trains services on Pune-Miraj section have been suspended with effect from 11:50 pm.