Earthquake measuring 6.7 magnitude has hit Noth-East region on Monday according to various news reports.
Earthquake Measuring 6.7 Magnitude Strikes Northeast India: US Geological Survey
The tremors could be felt in many North Eastern states including Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal and some parts of Odisha and neighbouring country Bangladesh.
Quake occured at a depth of 17 Kms below the surface of the earth and lasted for approximately 1 minute.
Complete details about the extent of damage and other details are not clear yet.
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Dec 14, 2015
Melor makes landfall off Philippines coast with 95 mph speeds, thousands evacuated
Typhoom Melor locally known as Nona has struck Philippines today bringing with it heavy rain and winds reaching speeds upto 95 mph.
Hundreds and thousands of people are reported to be evacuated from the low lying areas and moved to safer places. It is approximated about 20 Typhoons pass through Philipines each year.
In 2013 too several people lost their lives due to Typhoon Haiyan which struck on Nov 2 2013 and it's effects continued till November 11 of the same month. Typhoon Melor is reported to have slammed the coastal areas and will make several landfalls across the archipelago.
Authorities are taking all precautions putting in more relief and rescue operations and other necessities.
Typhoon threatens central Philipines, 750000 evacuated - India Today.
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Hundreds and thousands of people are reported to be evacuated from the low lying areas and moved to safer places. It is approximated about 20 Typhoons pass through Philipines each year.
In 2013 too several people lost their lives due to Typhoon Haiyan which struck on Nov 2 2013 and it's effects continued till November 11 of the same month. Typhoon Melor is reported to have slammed the coastal areas and will make several landfalls across the archipelago.
Authorities are taking all precautions putting in more relief and rescue operations and other necessities.
Typhoon threatens central Philipines, 750000 evacuated - India Today.
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Dec 13, 2015
Delhi pollution and Russian-Turkish latest : News Overview
A Russian warship reportedly has fired warning shots towards a Turkish fishing boat according to news reports.
In the latest incident a Turkish fishing boat reportedly ventured very close to the Russian military vessel Smetlivy after which the warning shots were fired by the Russian vessel towards the Turkish fishing boat which were non-lethal in nature.
This incident is preceded by several other incidents which are fresh in public memory, such as the downing of the SU-24 attack aircraft by Turkish F-16. Where Russia lost a Pilot while parachuting and another marine in rescue operation to retrieve the ejected pilots.
Since then the relations between both the nations have gone bad, Russia later enforcing series of measures towards Turkey including banning free-visa travel to Turkish citizens and other economic sanctions.
On the other hand Turkish authorities are responding patiently to the developments noting that the the patience cannot be 'unlimited'.
Russian warship fires warning shots towards the Turkish fishing boat - BBC
10 lakh (1 million) vehicles to be off the roads of Delhi after the Odd-Even policy being introduced by the Government from starting of the New Year to curb pollution in the city.
The city's pollution level rose alarmingly this winter prompting a Delhi court to note the severity of the situation. Hence forth it ordered the government to review the steps taken to curb the pollution in the city and report back to it.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) which took over in the last elections has since taken up the Odd-even policy on Delhi's roads starting Jan 1.
Odd-even 10 lakh vehicles off raid daily - Times of India
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In the latest incident a Turkish fishing boat reportedly ventured very close to the Russian military vessel Smetlivy after which the warning shots were fired by the Russian vessel towards the Turkish fishing boat which were non-lethal in nature.
This incident is preceded by several other incidents which are fresh in public memory, such as the downing of the SU-24 attack aircraft by Turkish F-16. Where Russia lost a Pilot while parachuting and another marine in rescue operation to retrieve the ejected pilots.
Since then the relations between both the nations have gone bad, Russia later enforcing series of measures towards Turkey including banning free-visa travel to Turkish citizens and other economic sanctions.
On the other hand Turkish authorities are responding patiently to the developments noting that the the patience cannot be 'unlimited'.
Russian warship fires warning shots towards the Turkish fishing boat - BBC
10 lakh (1 million) vehicles to be off the roads of Delhi after the Odd-Even policy being introduced by the Government from starting of the New Year to curb pollution in the city.
The city's pollution level rose alarmingly this winter prompting a Delhi court to note the severity of the situation. Hence forth it ordered the government to review the steps taken to curb the pollution in the city and report back to it.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) which took over in the last elections has since taken up the Odd-even policy on Delhi's roads starting Jan 1.
Odd-even 10 lakh vehicles off raid daily - Times of India
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Dec 2, 2015
Active shooter situation in San Bernardino, 14 people killed and a suspect killed
At least 14 are dead in San Bernandino, California in active shooter situation, Latest reports indicate the shooter has been hit. Another 17 people are reportedly injured in the shooting.
It reportedly looked like a planned mission to assault, the attack took place at a center for developmental disabilities, at the Inland Regional Center according to Police authorities.
Suspects initially attacked and made an escape after which they were waylaid at some distance from the original attack were to assailants look to be subdued by the Police, while the third is on the run.
A police officer is also reportedly injured but the injury is not life threatening.
San Bernardino is a city 60 Kms east of California. And is the 17th largest city.
For more on this story:
Shooting in San Bernardino, California, at least 14 people reportedly killed - ABC news
San Bernardino shooting: At least 14 people killed and one suspect killed - CNN
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It reportedly looked like a planned mission to assault, the attack took place at a center for developmental disabilities, at the Inland Regional Center according to Police authorities.
Suspects initially attacked and made an escape after which they were waylaid at some distance from the original attack were to assailants look to be subdued by the Police, while the third is on the run.
A police officer is also reportedly injured but the injury is not life threatening.
San Bernardino is a city 60 Kms east of California. And is the 17th largest city.
For more on this story:
Shooting in San Bernardino, California, at least 14 people reportedly killed - ABC news
San Bernardino shooting: At least 14 people killed and one suspect killed - CNN
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Nov 27, 2015
Five Polish sailors reportedly kidnapped off the coast of Nigera overnight, Polish govt. says
Five Polish sailorss are reportedly kidnapped by the Pirates off the coast of Nigeria.
Sailors were aboard the ship Szafir, when assailants attacked the crew of 16 in the night and kidnapped five of them.
Polish Foreign Minister Mr Witold Waszczykowsky told the reporters in Warsaw that no ransom demand has been made yet. Other crew members are reportedly safe and sound.
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Sailors were aboard the ship Szafir, when assailants attacked the crew of 16 in the night and kidnapped five of them.
Polish Foreign Minister Mr Witold Waszczykowsky told the reporters in Warsaw that no ransom demand has been made yet. Other crew members are reportedly safe and sound.
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Planned Parenthood attacked by a gunman in Colorado, three dead
Preliminary reports indicate three dead including an officer on duty in the attack at parenthood planning clinic.
According to Fox news the gunman is ID'd as Robert Lewis Dear from North Carolina.
Investigations into the incident are awaited.
Gunman ID'd as Robert Lewis Dear - Fox News
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According to Fox news the gunman is ID'd as Robert Lewis Dear from North Carolina.
Investigations into the incident are awaited.
Gunman ID'd as Robert Lewis Dear - Fox News
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Jan 24, 2015
Ex Delhi CM Mr Kejriwal not invited to Republic day celebrations in Delhi
Arvind Kejriwal, the Convenor of Aam Aadmi party, and ex-CM Delhi, has not been invited to Republic Day parade at Rajpath.
He said he has not received any invite for the event according to media reports, which is to be attended by high profile guests US President Barack Obama and his wife Ms Michelle Obama and other dignitaries.
Speaking to media reporters Mr Kejriwal has said, if there is a protocol, he should get an invite, but doesn't want to play politics on the issue.
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He said he has not received any invite for the event according to media reports, which is to be attended by high profile guests US President Barack Obama and his wife Ms Michelle Obama and other dignitaries.
Speaking to media reporters Mr Kejriwal has said, if there is a protocol, he should get an invite, but doesn't want to play politics on the issue.
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Jan 7, 2015
French Satirical Magazine Charlie Hebdo offices reportedly attacked in Paris killing 12 people
Charlie Hebdo, the french Satirical Magazine office has been attacked by the gunmen in the heart of Paris, where gunmen were seen wielding automatic machine guns and shooting at security forces on the ground by videos that went viral through Instagram and Twitter.
French President addressing media shortly after the attack described the attack as a terrorist attack and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. He described the attack not only on journalists but liberty.
Following the attack Paris has been put on high alert. Many countries have joined condemning the attack.
Magazine office has been reported to be firebombed earlier in 2011 for publishing religion caricatures. Latest fatalities reported to be 12 people and several others critically injured.
Magazine's Editor-in-chief is reportedly killed in the attack.
Les Echos
Charlie Hebdo reporting by Le Monde
Attack on Charlie Hebdo - Le Point
UPDATE : Friday Jan 09 2015
Paris Terror Suspects want 'martyr' death
Paris terror suspects are reported to be holed up near Paris at Dammartin-en-Goele. Security forces are reported to be in talks with the suspects. There are possible hostages taken.
There are reports of another hostage situation in eastern Paris where a gunman has taken hostages in a Kosher market. Police have reportedly ordered closer of shops in an area little away from where the attacks are taking place.
French Security forces surround Charlie Hebdo suspects: 2nd Hostage Taking near east of Paris - In Depth report- NYTimes
Earlier there were reports of attacks on Mosques and prayer halls as well as an explosion near a kebab shop.
Police release images of assassins involved in east of Paris.
Two people are reportedly killed in this incident.
The two hostage incidents taking place today in and outside Paris are reportedly linked with each other.
Two runways are reportedly has been shut down at Charlles-de-Gualle airport. aeroportsdeparis
Some 80,000 police forces are reportedly deployed through out France in response to the attacks taking place in and around Paris.
The media outlets in US have reportedly decided not to publish cartoons keeping in mind the sentiments ten's of millions of Muslims with exception of a few.
Update :
Explosions are heard at the site of Dammartin-en-Goele and reports of suspects being killed there.
Also several hostages being freed at the Kosher Market in east of Paris and the Hostage taker has been killed.
AFP: Killed Charlie Hebdo suspects came out firing on security forces.
French President addressing media shortly after the attack described the attack as a terrorist attack and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. He described the attack not only on journalists but liberty.
Following the attack Paris has been put on high alert. Many countries have joined condemning the attack.
Magazine office has been reported to be firebombed earlier in 2011 for publishing religion caricatures. Latest fatalities reported to be 12 people and several others critically injured.
Magazine's Editor-in-chief is reportedly killed in the attack.
Les Echos
Charlie Hebdo reporting by Le Monde
Attack on Charlie Hebdo - Le Point
UPDATE : Friday Jan 09 2015
Paris Terror Suspects want 'martyr' death
Paris terror suspects are reported to be holed up near Paris at Dammartin-en-Goele. Security forces are reported to be in talks with the suspects. There are possible hostages taken.
There are reports of another hostage situation in eastern Paris where a gunman has taken hostages in a Kosher market. Police have reportedly ordered closer of shops in an area little away from where the attacks are taking place.
French Security forces surround Charlie Hebdo suspects: 2nd Hostage Taking near east of Paris - In Depth report- NYTimes
Earlier there were reports of attacks on Mosques and prayer halls as well as an explosion near a kebab shop.
Police release images of assassins involved in east of Paris.
Two people are reportedly killed in this incident.
The two hostage incidents taking place today in and outside Paris are reportedly linked with each other.
Two runways are reportedly has been shut down at Charlles-de-Gualle airport. aeroportsdeparis
Some 80,000 police forces are reportedly deployed through out France in response to the attacks taking place in and around Paris.
The media outlets in US have reportedly decided not to publish cartoons keeping in mind the sentiments ten's of millions of Muslims with exception of a few.
Update :
Explosions are heard at the site of Dammartin-en-Goele and reports of suspects being killed there.
Also several hostages being freed at the Kosher Market in east of Paris and the Hostage taker has been killed.
AFP: Killed Charlie Hebdo suspects came out firing on security forces.
Dec 28, 2014
Air Asia flight goes missing during flight
Air Asia flight QZ8501 from Surabaya - Indonesia to a Singaporean destination, goes missing over South-East Asian skies as it was carrying 162 people on board including 155 passengers and seven crew members.
Plane was located 6:16 local time
Search has been called off by Indonesian authorities in the night and will resume again in the morning.
Information is being sought by other Aircraft carriers in the region.
Several countries have started collaborating with Indonesia including Malaysia, Singapore, Australia and others.
Weather was reported to be turbulent in the area and change in flight plan was requested by the Aircraft.
There was no distress signal thereafter and the plane went off the radar,
For further details Emergency contact no : +622129850801
AirAsia flight carrying 162 people goes missing in Southeast Asia - officials -reuters
Twitter handle for Tony Fernandes - CEO Air Asia
Live updates about the missing plane - Australian
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Plane was located 6:16 local time
Search has been called off by Indonesian authorities in the night and will resume again in the morning.
Information is being sought by other Aircraft carriers in the region.
Several countries have started collaborating with Indonesia including Malaysia, Singapore, Australia and others.
Weather was reported to be turbulent in the area and change in flight plan was requested by the Aircraft.
There was no distress signal thereafter and the plane went off the radar,
For further details Emergency contact no : +622129850801
AirAsia flight carrying 162 people goes missing in Southeast Asia - officials -reuters
Twitter handle for Tony Fernandes - CEO Air Asia
AirAsia
flight QZ8501: Indonesia ends search for the day for plane lost in bad
weather - See more at:
http://www.straitstimes.com/news/asia/south-east-asia/story/air-asia-flight-bound-singapore-lost-contact-air-traffic-report-2014#sthash.znxOds31.dpuf
Air Asia Flight QZ8501: Indonesia ends search for the day for plane lost in the bad weather - Straits TimesLive updates about the missing plane - Australian
AirAsia
flight QZ8501: Indonesia ends search for the day for plane lost in bad
weather - See more at:
http://www.straitstimes.com/news/asia/south-east-asia/story/air-asia-flight-bound-singapore-lost-contact-air-traffic-report-2014#sthash.znxOds31.dpuf
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