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The main reason given for his dismissal was that the government had 'lost trust' in him.

An Iraqi soldier stands next to weapons and ammunition that were collected after allied forces retook the city of Fallujah from Islamic State, on September 4 in Fallujah.

Here we attempt to chart this evolution of terrorism and the war on it over the last 15 years, recounting the key incidents that drove it.

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It is official. India’s six-time Grand Slam winner Sania Mirza has decided to part ways with Swiss great Martina Hingis. The World No. 1 duo has won 3

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Rajya Sabha passes GST Bill

The GST will have two components keeping in mind the federal structure of India: the Central GST (CGST) and the State GST (SGST).

Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel. File photo

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Anandiben Patel's two-year stint as CM

Internet Desk A look at some of the key events during her rule

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Dalits and temple entry in Tamil Nadu

Internet Desk The Ariyalur temple controversy joins a long list of issues surrounding entry of Dalits into worship places in Tamil Nadu. A look at similar incidents in the recent years.

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The dope on doping in sports

Deepalakshmi K. India is sending its largest contingent till date to the Summer Olympics to be held at Rio de Janeiro between August 5 and 21. But the cheer is now muted >as two athletes have tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs, and run the risk of being banned. India is not alone. Until recently, speculations were rife that that >Russia could be barred from contesting sports events, considering its notorious doping record. But the International Olympic Committee >ruled out a blanket ban

Investigators found several video clips on the mobile phones and laptops of the six accused containing the speeches of Naik and Akbar. File photo: V. Sreenivasa Murthy

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Understanding the controversy surrounding Zakir Naik

Internet Desk The preacher was caught in a controversy following a claim that a terrorist involved in the terror attack in Dhaka was his follower

Tripura officials have said that around 5,000 transport vehicles are stranded on the Assam side.

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Rains leave trucks stranded, Tripura reeling under crisis

Internet Desk Essential commodities and fuel on trucks waiting to be transported to Tripura are stuck, literally, on National Highway 8 after incessant rains damaged many portions of the arterial road. The >lack of movement of vehicles on the Assam-Agartala National Highway has caused widespread distress across the State, with reports claiming that petrol prices have shot up to Rs. 250 per litre in some areas of the State. Here's the latest on the crisis: What caused the damage to the National Highway?

Football

The ups and downs of Messi's international career

Agency Internet Desk Despite a glittering career that saw him being named FIFA World Player of the Year on no fewer than five occasions, Messi has faced persistent sniping from critics in Argentina.

Cinema

All you need to know about the 'Udta Punjab' row

Internet Desk The Censor Board and the makers of the drugs-themed drama 'Udta Punjab' are engaged in a legal battle over the vuts suggested in the multi-starrer film. The issue has garnered attention from various filmmakers and actors over the last few days. We take a look at the twists and turns of the 'Udta Punjab' row Who said what “I request Congress, AAP and other political parties to stay out of my battle. It's my Rights vs the Censorship. I speak only on my behalf.

Muhammad Ali connects with a right to challenger Joe Frazier in the ninth round of their title fight in Manila, Philippines. The fight would later go on to be remembered as 'Thrilla in Manilla', one of Ali's best.

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Muhammad Ali: A true fighter inside and outside the ring

Agencies Muhammad Ali, the magnificent heavyweight champion whose fast fists and irrepressible personality transcended sports and captivated the world, passed away on June 4, 2016. He was 74. Ali proclaimed himself “the greatest” — as well as “the boldest, the prettiest, the most superior, most scientific, most skillfullest”. Few could argue with him at his peak in the 1960s. With his dancing feet and quick fists, he could “float like a butterfly and sting like a bee”. He was the first person to win the