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19 November, 2016

Cashless is painful: Address the panic in the street

Post-demonetization, the country is in a state of economic convulsion. To keep it from turning into a social seizure, the…

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19 November, 2016

A Day of giving Thanks that changed over time: Food, Festivities, Parade, and Many More

Thanksgiving, one of the biggest festivals in the US and Canada (observed on fourth Thursday of November in US and…

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19 November, 2016

A test of American Character: Trump insurgency will not melt away

In his masterly study, 'The American Character', first published in 1944, Professor D.W. Brogan had spoken of how "the American…

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19 November, 2016

MARS SURFACE TOO DRY TO BE HABITABLE: SCIENTISTS

LONDON (TIP): Mars is a primary target in the search for life outside Earth, and liquid water is the most…

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19 November, 2016

DRDO SCIENTISTS DEVELOP SURVEILLANCE UAV FOR ARMED FORCES

HYDERABAD (TIP): Heralding a new era in the indigenous development of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), DRDO on Wednesday successfully carried out…

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19 November, 2016

New fitness tracker can tell you how much muscle, fat is your body made of

GPS and navigation equipment and mapping devices producer TomTom on Wednesday launched a new Rs 13,999 activity tracker, TomTom Touch,…

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19 November, 2016

Now apps to help you track ATMs, banks and post offices with cash

Having trouble with cash or liquidity lately due to demonetisation exercises floated by the government? Worry not, as help is…

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19 November, 2016

WhatsApp launches video calling to take on Google Duo, Skype

WhatsApp will launch video calling service on its app, a move that will help the popular messaging platform compete with…

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19 November, 2016

INDIAN AUTO INC CAN GENERATE 6.5CR NEW JOBS BY 2026: KENICHI AYUKAWA

NEW DELHI (TIP): Indian automobile industry can contribute over 12 per cent to the country's GDP and generate around 6.5…

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19 November, 2016

NISSAN’S ELECTRIC CAR ON ITS WAY TO INDIA

BENGALURU (TIP): Japan car maker Nissan on Wednesday said that it is working on bringing the much-awaited electric car Nissan…

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19 November, 2016

JPMorgan to pay over$250 million in China bribery case

NEW YORK (TIP): JPMorgan Chase & Co will pay more than $250 million to settle allegations by the US government…

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19 November, 2016

Mistry avoids face-off, skips two Tata board meetings

Mumbai: Cyrus Mistry on Thursday skipped two crucial board meetings, of Tata Sons and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), his first…

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19 November, 2016

BILLIONAIRE WARREN BUFFETT INVESTS IN 4 US AIRLINES

NEW YORK (TIP): Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc on Monday said it has bought shares in the four biggest US…

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19 November, 2016

Marijuana could help treat drug addiction, depression

Using marijuana could help some alcoholics and people addicted to opioids kick the habit and may also help people suffering…

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19 November, 2016

Cough virus helps combat liver cancer in adulthood

A virus that cause respiratory illnesses and stomach upsets in children could help in the fight against primary liver cancer,…

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19 November, 2016

WHY SOME WOMEN ARE UNABLE TO CONCEIVE

Researchers have found that endometriosis -- a chronic condition affecting around 10 per cent of women -- may be the…

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19 November, 2016

REASONS YOU’RE NOT LOSING WEIGHT

Losing weight is no walk in the park. A lot of it actually depends on your metabolism — while some…

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19 November, 2016

WINTER SKIN CARE CHECKLIST

Befriend a moisturiser, use face oils and avoid excessive exfoliation to get a natural glow despite the chill in the…

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19 November, 2016

Government Limits Notes Exchange to Rs. 2,000, Starting November 18

NEW DELHI (TIP): India government announced, November 17, new measures to help farmers and families planning weddings withdraw more money…

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19 November, 2016

Demonetization a ‘Bold Move’ To Curb Shadow Economy: Bill Gates

NEW DELHI (TIP): Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's demonetization decision, Microsoft founder Bill Gates has said it is a "bold…

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19 November, 2016

Demonetization – How People are reacting on Social Media

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sudden decision to ban Rs1,000 and Rs500 notes in an attempt to crack down on black money…

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19 November, 2016

Modi May Need Six More Months to Replace India’s Junk Bills: Economist Saumitra Chaudhuri

One estimate pegs May 2017 as date when bills will be replaced; Deutsche Bank says crunch to cut 50bps from…

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19 November, 2016

Yemen’s Shiite rebels say they back US-brokered cease-fire

SANAA, YEMEN (TIP): Amid more clashes on Nov 17 in Yemen, the country's Shiite rebels confirmed their endorsement a US-brokered…

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19 November, 2016

Hollande awards France’s Legion of Honour to UN’s Ban Ki-moon

PARIS (TIP): United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon received the Legion of Honour from French President Francois Hollande on Nov…

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19 November, 2016

The War over Demonetization

Government unfazed by combined opposition attack; fight will continue, says opposition Meanwhile, the common people undergo terrible suffering The war…

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19 November, 2016

US President Obama meets with German Chancellor Merkel, praises her leadership

BERLIN (TIP): The world is a lot different than when then-presidential candidate Barack Obama spoke to a euphoric Berlin crowd…

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19 November, 2016

Ban on Immigrants to end Incredible US Experience: Joe Biden

WASHINGTON (TIP): Describing the contribution of the Indian-American community as breathtaking, outgoing Vice President Joe Biden has warned that any…

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19 November, 2016

“Never Ever Give Up” says Hillary Clinton at a charity gala in Washington D.C. on November 16

WASHINGTON DC (TIP): Hillary Clinton, in her first public speech since last week's crushing presidential loss, admitted making the appearance…

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19 November, 2016

Sen. Warner to serve as Vice Chairman of Senate Intelligence Committee

WASHINGTON (TIP): It was announced, November 16, that U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) will serve as the Vice Chairman…

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19 November, 2016

Donald Trump Transition Team announces Five-Year Lobbying Ban for those who want to join Administration

WASHINGTON (TIP): Two top Republicans working with President-elect Donald Trump's transition team told reporters in a phone call Wednesday, November…

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