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Dalit leader Kovind sworn in as India's president
After taking oath, Kovind said he would use his position to improve matters for the Dalits.
PM arrives in Maldives to attend 52nd independence day celebrations
Nawaz is expected to sign a number of agreements following a meeting with the Maldives president.
US Navy ship fires warning shots at Iranian vessel: US official
The episode marks the latest in a series of close encounters between US ships and Iranian naval vessels.
Michael Kors buys Jimmy Choo for $1.2 billion
The London-listed luxury shoemaker had put itself up for sale in April as part of a strategic review.
US President Trump considers firing Attorney General Jeff Sessions
"Attorney General Jeff Sessions has taken a very weak position on Hillary Clinton's crimes," says Trump.
Kushner says he has ‘nothing to hide’ over contacts with Russians
Senior White House adviser denies colluding with Russians in the course of President Trump’s White House bid.
Saudi, allies blacklist 'terrorist' Yemeni, Qatari groups
18 charity organisations and individuals blacklisted, labelled as "terrorists".
India's Supreme Court to consider abortion plea from 10-year-old rape victim
The girl's parents went to the top court after their appeal to abort the foetus was rejected by a lower authority.
Saudi crown prince in charge as king takes holiday
King Salman issues royal decree deputising his son to "manage state affairs".
Monsoon rains wreak havoc in India, killing 16
Thousands flee homes as Rajasthan and Gujarat suffer in heavy monsoon rains that have lashed western India this week.
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Dalit leader Kovind sworn in as India's president
After taking oath, Kovind said he would use his position to improve matters for the Dalits.
India's Supreme Court to consider abortion plea from 10-year-old rape victim
The girl's parents went to the top court after their appeal to abort the foetus was rejected by a lower authority.
All-female police unit: challenging the male-dominated force in conservative India
Squad in Jaipur has been patrolling bus stops, colleges and parks where women are vulnerable to sexual harassment.
Monsoon rains wreak havoc in India, killing 16
Thousands flee homes as Rajasthan and Gujarat suffer in heavy monsoon rains that have lashed western India this week.
