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March 29, 2017 4:54 PM

Bangladesh: 5 people dead, 17 missing in boat capsize

5 people are dead and 17 others are missing in a boat capsize Pangucchi river of Bagerhat district in southern Bangladesh. Fire service, coast guard along with locals are engaged in the rescue operation. <br/><br/>Several people have been resuced though the exact number of people on the ...

March 29, 2017 2:18 PM

US court dismisses lawsuit that challenged lottery system for H-1B visas

A US court has dismissed a lawsuit that challenged the lottery system for determining successful applicants for H-1B visas, the most sought after by Indian IT firms and professionals. The ruling by a federal judge in Oregon means that there will be no change in the H-1B visa issuance process for the...

March 29, 2017 2:10 PM

Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake hit off Russia coast

Tsunami warning was issued after a strong earthquake hit off the coast of Russia's Far Eastern Region of Kamchatka today. Russian Science Academy's geophysical survey reports that the 6.6 earthquake occurred at 5:09 local time near the east coast of Kamchatka. <br/><br/>Accordi...

March 29, 2017 1:58 PM

Britain launched process for leaving EU

Britain has formally launched the process for leaving the European Union today. Just days after the EU's 60th formation day, Britain will become the first country ever to seek departure from the European Union. <br/><br/>Nine months since the referendum vote to leave the EU, Prime M...

March 29, 2017 1:51 PM

Wellington: Fog leading to cancellation of more than 100 flights

Thick flog blanketed over the New Zealand capital, Wellington today, leading to the cancellation of more than 100 flights and leaving travellers stranded. <br/><br/>Air New Zealand said, fog and low clouds are also currently forecast in the Wellington area for tomorrow morning. The airli...

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