Economy of Japan

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Economy of Japan: Nation's Growth Domestic Product Declines by 1.4 Percent, Government Says

The news comes after the Bank of Japan announced negative interest rates for the first time. Stocks in Tokyo still rose 7.2 percent on Monday after falling 11 percent last week.

Indian Railways

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Indian Railways: Organization to Invest Rs 9,800 Crore in Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train

The Japan Investment Cooperation Agency will provide 81 percent of the investment as a loan, Railway Board chairman A.K. Mittal said. The project is expected to commence development in early 2017.

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Game of Thrones: HBO Releases New Trailer From Upcoming 6th Season

Set in the House of Black and White’s Hall of Faces, the trailer shows characters from past seasons, including Ned Stark, King Joffrey and Jon Snow. “Game of Thrones” is set to return April 24.

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Deadpool: Marvel Comics Film Breaks Records With Estimated $135 Million Opening Weekend

"Deadpool" set records for the biggest domestic R-rated opening, biggest February weekend and biggest Presidents Day four-day weekend, according to studio estimates.

Hong Kong

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Hong Kong: City Lit by 25,000 LED Roses on Valentine's Day, Organizers Say

South Korea's Light Rose Garden began its 2016 world tour in Hong Kong Sunday, running from Feb. 14 to Feb. 22 before heading to Singapore. Twenty-five roses are planted for every 32 square feet.

Bank of Baroda

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Bank of Baroda: Bank Reports Record 3rd Quarter Loss of Rs 3,342 Crore

The loss was incurred partly due to a surge in bad loans and provisions against such loans, the bank reported Saturday. It is the highest quarterly loss in the history of Indian banking

#MakeInIndia

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#MakeInIndia: Prime Minister Modi Launches Week Showcasing Country's Manufacturing Industry

"We want to present to the world the enormous opportunities that India presents," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Saturday. "This is the best time to be in India, even better to 'Make in India.'"

Apple

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Apple: Company Executives Estimate 11 Million Apple Music Subscribers, 782 Million iCloud Users

Apple vice presidents Eddy Cue and Craig Federighi revealed the figures, which they attributed to 1 billion devices, in an interview with John Gruber for his "The Talk Show" podcast.

Lionel Messi

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona Forward Scores With Curving Shot Off of Free Kick Against Celta Vigo

The shot from well outside the penalty box hit the top right corner of the goal to give Barcelona the first score in their 6-1 win, which gave the club a three-point lead in the La Liga table.

Rahul Gandhi

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Rahul Gandhi: Politician Visits Jawaharlal Nehru University After Student Union Leader Arrested

The Indian National Congress vice president supported demands for the release of student union president Kanhaiya Kumar, accused of sedition. Gandhi said India's ruling party is suppressing debate. 

Iran

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Iran: Police Issue Directive Warning Retailers Against Promoting Valentine's Day, Reports Say

Police gave notice on Friday that businesses should avoid the promotion of "decadent Western culture through Valentine's Day rituals," Iranian news outlets report. Ice cream shops were cited.

Madhubala

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Madhubala: Feb. 14 Marks Birthday of Late Actress Known for Hindi Film

Born in 1933, Madhubala made her debut in 1942 as a child actress in "Basant." She acted until 1960 and died at 36 from a ventricular septal defect.