London Marathon to go ahead despite Boston blasts

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London Marathon to go ahead despite Boston blasts

The London Marathon will go ahead this weekend despite the bombings that caused carnage at the Boston Marathon, but security has been reviewed, organisers and police said today. Three people were killed and more than 170 wounded, some with horrific injuries, in twin explosions as runners...
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Spain dismisses consul in Boston after bomb attack

Spain dismissed its consul in Boston today for failing to carry out his duties following the bombing in the US city's marathon that killed three people and wounded more than 170, a foreign ministry official said. Consul Pablo Sanchez-Teran has been informed that he was dismissed for breach...
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Boston Marathon blasts an "act of terror", says Obama

US President Barack Obama today described the Boston Marathon blasts as an act of terror and vowed to bring to justice all those who were responsible for the heinous and cowardly act. This was a heinous and cowardly act. And given what we now know about what took place, the FBI is...
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US media react to Boston Marathon bombings

US media have been reacting to the bombings at the Boston Marathon. Although officials have not yet given a motive for the attacks, many newspapers make the link to terrorism and speak of the need to stand strong in the face of yet another outrage on American soil.Under the headline, A tough blow...
22:05

Give voters' greater say in choice of candidates: Rahul

Ruing that in many states it is a selected few who decide on distribution of tickets, Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi today said that political parties should reflect the voters' views in the choice of candidates for Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. Stressing that his aim was to make...
21:20

Nitish a 'puppet' in Advani's hands: RJD

RJD, arch rival of JD-U in Bihar, today accused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of being a puppet in the hands of L K Advani and playing the politics of misleading the Muslims.In the internal quarrels in the top leadership of BJP on the leadership issue, Nitish is a puppet in the hands of Advani,...
20:20

TV digitisation drive gets boost with HCs orders

The Centre's digitisation drive today received a major boost with the Karnataka and Gujarat high court's today ruling out any extension of deadline in six cities of both the states where the programme has to be implemented in its second phase. Sources in Information and Broadcasting ministry...
19:41

SC dismisses review petitions in Mumbai blasts case

The Supreme Court today dismissed petitions by five convicts of the 1993 Mumbai blasts case seeking review of its verdict, saying there was no merit in them.We have carefully gone through the review petitions and the connected papers. We find no merit in the review petitions and the same are...
18:58

Oppn members walk out as Ajit Pawar rises to speak in assembly

In other news: Continuing their tirade against Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar for his controversial comments on drought and load-shedding, Opposition in the Maharashtra legislative assembly walked out of the house when he rose to speak. Pawar was responding to a query regarding report of a...
18:54

Red Crescent to send 20 rescue teams, 3 choppers

Iran Red Crescent is sending 20 emergency teams and three helicopters to the quake-affected areas.
18:42

Mayawati's behaviour be-lagaam: SP

In other news: The ruling SP today attacked BSP supremo Mayawati saying her behaviour is 'be-lagaam' (uncontrolled).Mayawati does not have restraint in her language... The behaviour and action of Mayawati is 'be-lagaam' (uncontrolled), SP spokesman Rajendra Chowdhury said. Mayawati, addressing a...
18:33

Red Crescent: Rescue tough in desolate villages

Iran's Red Crescent said it was facing a complicated emergency situation in the area with villages scattered over desolate hills and valleys. Iran's semiofficial ISNA news agency and others described the quake, measured at least magnitude 7.7, as the strongest quake in more than 50 years.It also...
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RIL's Q4 profit jumps 32%

A break from the earthquake updates to tell you that Reliance Industries today posted a 32 per cent jump in its fourth quarter net profit, the biggest rise in almost three years, as strong margins in its oil refining business helped offset fall in natural gas production.RIL, which operates the...
18:27

All communication near epicentre in Iran cut

People in the city of Zahedan, Iran, close to the epicentre poured into the streets when the earthquake struck, Iran's Fars news agency reported.All communications in the area have been cut, the Iranian Red Crescent's Mahmoud Mozaffar told state television. Rescue teams have been dispatched to...
18:13

Three women, 2 children killed in quake-hit Pakistan

In Balochistan, Pakistan, five deaths have been reported after the earthquake. Three women and two children were killed when their mud house collapsed, according to government officials. 
18:02

No power in parts of quake-hit Iran; Pak toll 5

No electricity in parts of quake-affected south-eastern Iran. Casualties in Iran are 40, though officials believe the toll will rise to at least a 100. In Pakistan, five deaths have been reported. India, fortunately, has remained untouched by the earthquake, both in terms of casualties and...
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The cartoon strip that ALWAYS does the rounds on Twitter whenever there is an earthquake. See
17:55

Five killed in Kharan district of Balochistan, Pak

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Emergency has been declared in Saravan in Iran. Casualties from the earthquake now also being reported in Balochistan, Pakistan, estimated to be five. Hundreds of people rushed out of their offices and homes in panic today after an earthquake hit the Iran-Pakistan border had ripples felt in...
17:45

How the quake affected India

Multiple tremors today shook north India and Gujarat. The quake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter Scale at 4:14 pm, was epicentred at the Pakistan-Iran border, Indian Meterological Department said. The quake took place 15.2 km below the surface. The tremors were felt in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Jaipur,...
17:34

Iran's nuke facilities not in danger

Most of Iran's nuclear-related facilities are located in central Iran or its west, including the Bushehr nuclear power plant on the Gulf coast. Nuclear facilities in Iran not in danger, say reports. 
17:29

No casualties in Pakistan

Some good news from Pakistan. Radio Pakistan says there is no report of causality in Pakistan.
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Government officials in Iran say it was the biggest earthquake in 40 years and the country is expecting hundreds of dead. 
17:20

Hundreds of deaths expected after quake: Iran

An Iranian government official said on Tuesday he expected hundreds of deaths from a major earthquake that struck Iran near the border with Pakistan.It was the biggest earthquake in Iran in 40 years and we are expecting hundreds of dead, said the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity. --...
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Iran TV: 40 dead in earthquake, damage to buildings

And just as we thought there would be no casualties, early reports from Iran state TV says at least 40 people have been killed in the earthquake. The quake hit approximately 86km south east of the city of Khash, according to the USGS. The city has a population of 56,000. The quake was...
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ANI News: The magnitude of the earthquake is 7.8 and was felt at 4.14 pm. The aftershocks felt were 6.3 on the Richter scale at 4.24 pm. No damage as such occured, says RS Dattatreya of the Met Dept.
17:07

Pakistan: Five injured after building collapses in quake

Early reports coming in from Pakistan's Karachi_Post: Five injured in Karachi after building collapses partially due to massive 7.8 earthquake. 
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Delhi earthquake: NO casualties, no damage yet

The good news is that though the tremors last for 45 seconds, none of the quake-hit countries have reported casualties or damage. The epicentre quake, as we said earlier, is at Khash in Iran and is over 15 km deep. Tremors were felt in Delhi, Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh, Rajasthan and Gujarat....
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Pic: Map of the epicentre of the earthquake at Khash, Iran. The Indian seismological department confirms the quake was 7.8 on the Richter scale. Tremors were also felt in Ahmedabad.
16:51

Delhi earthquake: USGS warns of aftershocks

USGS says that aftershocks remain a possibility and they can be of equal or lesser strength. If you've just joined us: A 7.8 earthquake rocked parts of north India including Delhi, Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana. The quake has an epicentre at Khash in Iran. No reports of casualties or damage in...
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Here's the latest figures on the quake from USGS. That's scaled down from an earlier 8. Pakistan media says no casualties or damage reported as yet.
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USGS confirms the earthquake has a magnitude of 8 in Iran. Here's the map of the epicenter of the earthquake.
16:36

7.8 quake rocks Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana

PTI says Punjab, Haryana and the Union Territory of Chandigarh also experienced mild tremors this afternoon. There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property. The tremors, which were felt at 1621 hrs, lasted a few seconds. 
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No damage has been reported in Delhi, Noida, NCR, by the fire department.  
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Tremors have been felt in Chandigarh and Rajasthan as well. The epicentre is at the Iran-Pakistan border. 
16:33

7.8 quake rocks Delhi; epicentre in Iran, Pak hit

Earthquake Watch reports that a major earthquake has occurred in the Iran-Pakistan border region. Sky News reports that a magnitude 8 earthquake strikes Iran. In Delhi, the quake recorded 7.8 on the Richter scale.
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Tremors have also been felt in Pakistan. Details awaited. 
16:24

Earthquake rocks Delhi, Noida, no casualties yet

Just in: A powerful earthquake rocks Noida, Delhi and other parts of NCR, a few minutes ago. The tremors were felt for approximately 30 seconds, say early reports. 
16:09

How do bomb-sniffing dogs sniff bombs?

In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon explosions, some pertinent questions: How do dogs sniff bombs? Read
16:03

'Four Lions' live at Boston?

Micro-blogging site Twitter is abuzz with the similarity between the Boston bombing that killed at least three people and the ending of the film 'Four Lions', in which terrorists target the London Marathon. Four lions is basically the boston bombings. Thats weird and scary, says @GeorgeeAndrews....
15:58

All is well, says BJP: No dispute with JD(U)

BJP spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain, tries damage control. Latest statement from the party says that the JD(U)-BJP coalition is running in Bihar. There is no immediate dispute.For context, see our 15:11 pm post  
15:44
Just in: Former President Pervez Musharraf's candidature rejected in all four parliamentary constituencies for which he had filed nomination.
15:32

The man holding the bloodied flag at the Boston Marathon

It's an iconic image that captures a moment when one Boston Marathon bystander became much more.With blood-soaked hands and wearing a cowboy hat, Carlos Arredondo helps rush a young man in a wheelchair to safety after explosions turned Monday's race into a disaster scene. Read
15:26

Oz teen thrown off bus for racist rant against Asian passenger

A bus driver in Sydney has been praised for throwing a group of teenage girls after they racially abused another passenger.Other passengers on the bus travelling in the bus also leapt to the defence of the woman when the group of five teenagers, who had been drinking, began abusing and...
15:23

Indias most transparent politicians?

A small group of India's lawmakers have voluntarily published their income tax returns in support of a campaign to push for more transparency among Indian politicians. Read
15:12
While on Bihar, read this: Once derided, Bihar's police become model for other states.
15:11

Bihar Dy CM: Nitish's comments anti-BJP, unwarranted

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Bihar deputy chief minister Sushil Modi has hit out at chief minister Nitish Kumar's statement saying in the National Executive meet was against our leaders and completely unwarranted. The state BJP does share the sentiments of Nitish Kumar. Against the backdrop of questions raised by BJP over...
14:56

The Everyday Sexism Project: A year of shouting back

When Jane Martinson first set up a website to collate women's routine experiences of prejudice and harassment, she didn't expect to receive so many horror stories -- nor so much hate mail. Read
14:49

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Verdict for Sajjan Kumar on April 30

A Delhi court to pronounce verdict in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case in which Sajjan Kumar and five others are facing trial, on April 30.  The CBI today concluded its arguments in the trial of Congress leader Sajjan Kumar and five others in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, rebutting the defence...
14:40

Caste discrimination in the UK must be outlawed

No community should be exempt from equalities legislation. The government should stop blocking this extension of fairness to all. Read the full story here.
14:30

FBI Boston probe points to Mid-East terrorists

FBI Boston Marathon probe points to Mid-East terrorists with domestic support, reports Debka. The site is run by former Israeli intelligence personnel. Read
14:26

Jaipur hit-and-run shows culture of apathy in India runs deep

In his lengthy and somewhat bizarre speech at a recent business event, Congress party Vice President Rahul Gandhi shared a story he heard from an Italian friend who had been to China.I was in a bus in China, the bus hit a man. The driver picked up the man and put him on the side of...
14:23

River Ganges inspires MRSA treatment

In the winter of 1895, a British scientist made a discovery in the River Ganges that is now informing cutting edge research in Bangalore on how to combat antibiotic resistant disease. Read
14:21

Why new home can save India's lions

Conservationists say splitting India's small population of Asiatic lions will help prevent the endangered animal from being wiped out.India's Supreme Court on Monday ruled that some of the 411 Asiatic lions that live exclusively in Gir Forest in Gujarat state will be moved to Kuno Palpur Wildlife...
14:11

Sanjay Dutt's hearing postponed to tomorrow

The hearing on Sanjay Dutt's plea has been postponed to tomorrow. He is supposed to surrender on Thursday. The actor had pleaded that he should be granted more time to surrender in order to complete his film projects as around Rs 300 crore has been invested by the producers in these...
13:55

The working theories for who did this

Another update on the Boston Marathon attack: The perpetrator or perpetrators behind the two bombs that exploded within a few seconds of each other near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon are still unknown. But there are working theories. Terrorists often plan their strikes on...
13:45

Maha govt: Intel inputs on terror attacks in Mumbai

Maharashtra Home Minister RR Patil says the government has received intelligence inputs on possible terror attacks on Mumbai. The intelligence has been shared with the police. The possibility that the terror attacks will be carried out by women suicide squads is likely. Patil shared the...
13:31

Pakistani Taliban deny Boston Marathon blasts

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The Pakistani Taliban, which claimed the 2010 Times Square bomb plot, on Tuesday denied anything to do with explosions that killed three people and wounded more than 144 in Boston.We believe in attacking US and its allies but we are not involved in this attack,' Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)...
13:26

Big Ben to be silenced for Thatcher's funeral

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For the first time in 48 years, London's iconic Big Ben will fall silent tomorrow as a mark of respect for 'Iron lady' Margaret Thatcher's funeral. The former Conservative Prime Minister died of a stroke here last Monday aged 87. She will be given a ceremonial funeral with military honours, one...
13:16

Katju heads to US to deliver lectures

Our sources in Delhi tell us that Justice Markandey Katju is busy trying to seek pardons for Khalistani terrorist Bhullar and actor Sanjay Dutt. He met the Prime Minister to convince the government to seek more time for Dutt to surrender -- an extension of at least six more months. Katju, who is...
13:02

Aarushi case: Parents murderers, says CBI cop

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Just in: CBI Superintendent of Police A G L Kaul deposing before the Ghaziabad court in the Aarushi-Hemraj double murder case, says no one could have come from outside and committed the murders. The double murder could only have been committed by Rajesh and Nupur Talwar. Kaul has just finished...
12:47

Marines' case: Why Italy doesn't want NIA probe

The Centre has told the Supreme Court that the probe against the Italian marines in the fishermen killing case will be completed within 60 days. The Italian government however tells the SC that the NIA has no jurisdiction to probe the case against the marines.Italy is concerned because the NIA...
12:44

What the Boston Marathon really means

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The New Yorker on what the Boston Marathon means.The Boston Marathon is America's iconic race, the oldest marathon in the country, and the most important. Eighteen people ran it in 1897; last year, thirty-five thousand did. It's the site of Alberto Salazar and Dick Beardsley's 1982 duel in the...
12:35

At the mercy of the Executive

By upholding the rejection of clemency to Bhullar because it was a terrorist case, the court seems to have created a category of the rarest of rarest of rare cases. Read
12:34

NaMo and Nitishs dharma

The Bharatiya Janata Party and its principal ally, the Janata Dal (United), have warred and sparred before -- and almost always over Narendra Modi. With the general election looming large, it was a given that Nitish Kumar's digs at Mr. Modi would become progressively more unsubtle. Read
12:31

Italy to SC: Don't want NIA probe into marines' case

Italy has told the Supreme Court that it objects to the National Investigation Agency taking over the marines' case. Italy is concerned because the NIA is empowered to deal with maritime piracy and terrorism and serious charges under these can lead to a call for the death penalty. The...
12:24

Bomb expert: Attack 'easily' one-man job

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The Boston Marathon bombing that killed three and injured 144 may have been virtually impossible to prevent, security experts said.When the terrorist has planned an attack and they're going to utilize an IED as their weapons of strategic influence, it's hard to stop that in a free and open...
12:15

London Marathon WILL go ahead

Police have vowed to review security around the London Marathon following the devastating bomb attack in Boston.Last night's horror unfolded just six days before thousands of athletes. Read
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Update on the Boston blasts: Witness: 'I saw blood everywhere. Read
12:08

10 Naxals killed in encounter

Ten Naxals were killed and several others injured in an encounter with security forces in Maoist-hit Sukma district of Chhattisgarh today. Eleven automatic guns were also recovered from the encounter spot. On a tip off about the presence of Naxals in the forest area of Puarti village, a search...
12:07

SC to hear Sanjay Dutt's surrender plea at 2 pm

Sanjay Dutt's plea will be taken up by another bench at around 2.30 pm. The actor had pleaded that he should be granted more time to surrender in order to complete his film projects as around Rs 300 crore has been invested by the producers in these projects and these would be affected. Dutt...
12:07

Wife swapping charges: Antony promises strong action

Defence Minister A K Antony today promised to take strong action if anybody was found guilty in the alleged Kochi wife swapping case in which the wife of a navy officer has filed an FIR against her husband and his superiors. Whenever there is a complaint, we take strong action. After inquiry, if...
11:35

SC refuses to extend time to 1993 convict Zaibunisa

Just in: The Supreme Court has refused to the extend the time for surrender of 1993 Bombay Blasts case convict Zaibunisa Kazi. She had appealed to the SC that her sentencing be kept in abeyance till the Maharashtra Governor or the President decide on her pardon.The SC says if this is allowed the...
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Both bombs were timed to explode four hours into the marathon when maximum people were expected to participate.  
11:28

The Boston Marathon Conspiracy theories begin

It literally took only minutes for the conspiracy theories to start after news broke about the twin explosions in Boston. Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who has yet to find a tragedy he couldn't exploit, wasted no time. Read what he has to say. 
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A Pakistani Response to the Boston Marathon Bombing. Read the blog.
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Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh writes to US President Barack Obama expressing shock and sadness over the outrageous Boston attack.
11:23

Bombs full of ball bearings

The Boston Marathon bombs may have been packed with ball bearings, which could explain why so many victims lost feet, calves and ankles in the horrific explosions, it was revealed Monday night. Surgeons at hospitals across the city are reportedly pulling the vicious pieces of metal shrapnel -...
11:21

Boston blasts: Who is this man walking on the roof?

A picture posted on Twitter shows an individual walking on the roof directly overlooking one of the blasts at the Boston Marathon. The picture of the mystery person was posted shortly after the terror attack and raises the eerily possibility that one of the perpetrators watched as the carnage was...
11:13

Doc near finishing line: People fell all around me

Allan Panter, a doctor who was near the finish line waiting for his wife to finish the race, told CNN he was standing about 20 to 25 feet from the first blast. He said he treated victims on the street after the explosion. I saw at least six to seven people down next to me, he said. They protected...
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Comedian and writer Patton Oswalt's blog on the Boston Marathon bombings:  The good outnumber you and we always will.  Must read.
11:05

World markets fall after Boston marathon blasts

World markets fell Tuesday as investors considered weaker than expected economic growth in China and the implications of a terrorist attack in Boston. Read
11:00

FBI takes over coordination of 'terrorist inquiry'

 The incident reportedly happened about three hours after the winners crossed the line. The FBI has taken over co-ordination of what it described as a potential terrorist inquiry.Boston police say officers are working around the clock and all leave has been cancelled. At least 17 people are...
10:55

Both explosions near finish line of Marathon

If you've just joined us: Two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon - the oldest and most prestigious race of its kind in the US - have left at least three people dead and more than 100 injured.The road was strewn with debris, and bloodied runners and spectators were treated at...
10:52

US cops looking for dark-skinned suspect

Investigators have warned police to be on the lookout for a darker-skinned or black male with a possible foreign accent in connection with bombings at the Boston Marathon, according to a law enforcement advisory obtained by CNN. The man was seen with a black backpack and sweatshirt and was trying...
10:49

Boston cops looking for dark-skinned suspect

Doctors say most of the injuries are on the lower parts of the body. Early reports point to a suspect believed to be a dark-skinned person carrying a black backpack. 
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Read this CNN report on 'What we know about the terror attack, aftermath at the Boston marathon' for the most comprehensive and authoritative account of what happened.
10:39

Dr Singh condemns Boston blasts

Just In: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh condemns Boston bombings, expresses solidarity with the US in the struggle against terror. 
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We are glad that the New York Times, easily our favourite newspaper, has won 4 Pulitzers, journalism's Holy Grail. This is the report in the newspaper about the awards.For a complete list on who won what and for what, please go here.
10:30

N Korea threatens to attack S Korea without warning

In news from other trouble spots, North Korea has warned that it would not give any advance notice before attacking South Korea. Pyongyang said in a statement published by its official news agency, that the country's 'retaliatory action will start without any notice from now.' North...
10:04

Boston investigators hunt for blast videos, photos

US investigators are poring over video and photographs from the widely watched Boston Marathon for clues to determine who is responsible for two bombs that exploded near the finish line on Monday, killing three people and injuring more than 100, officials said.Because the Boston Marathon is run...
09:59

FBI to take lead in Boston bombings probe

CNN reports: The FBI is taking the lead in investigating the double bombing that caused death and destruction near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, authorities said.A range of different agencies are involved in the hunt to find out who carried out the lethal attack and why, but...
09:05

London race security under review after Boston blasts

Security for Sunday's London Marathon is being reviewed after Monday's explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon killed at least two people and injured 23.We will be reviewing our security arrangements in partnership with the London Marathon, Metropolitan Police chief superintendent...
08:29

Boston blasts: 'It felt like a huge cannon'

It felt like a huge cannon, a witness told CNN about one of the Boston blasts.Allan Panter, a doctor who was near the finish line waiting for his wife to finish the race, told CNN he was standing about 20 to 25 feet from the first blast. He said he treated victims on the street after the...
06:52

It's a terrorist attack, says US Senator Feinstein

Several mega cities in the US, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, have been put on alert after three explosions in Boston that left at least two dead, besides injuring many. Security in and around all critical establishments has been tightened and, according to a CNN...
04:33

Those responsible will feel full weight of justice: Obama

President Obama said that officials do not know who is behind the attack on the Boston Marathon, but vowed that those responsible will feel the full weight of justice. Read more 
04:28

Boston blasts: Eight children being treated for injuries

Any event with multiple explosive devices - as this appears to be - is clearly an act of terror, the White House has said.At least 110 people have been treated at area hospitals after the bombings, including eight children.
04:26

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist tweets on Boston blasts

Nicholas Kristof, the Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, who was in Boston, tweeted: Horrifying: CNN reporting that an 8-year-old child is one of those killed in the marathon blasts.
04:25

Over 86 injured in Boston marathon explosion

Boston-area hospitals reporting 86 people injured from marathon explosion; Mass General hospital says 6 patients critical, 5 seriously hurt.
04:13

How Boston PD could examine videos from bombing

As investigators try to figure out what happened today during the bombings at the Boston Marathon, they'll turn to video taken at the scene of the explosions.In addition to any closed-circuit television cameras lining Boylston Street and its surroundings, The Bureau Chief of Public Information,...
04:03

Kerry typically would have been at the Boston Marathon

Secretary of State John Kerry has a long history with the Boston Marathon and has been on the scene several times in the past few years, but this year he was returning from his 10-day trip to the Middle East and Asia.On Monday afternoon, Kerry was informed of the two explosions that...
04:02

Make no mistake, we will get to the bottom of this: Obama

In a short 3-minute statement just after 6 p.m. Monday, President Obama reflected on the horror of today's situation.'On days like today there are no Republicans and Democrats ' we are Americans united in our concern for our fellow citizens.' Obama highlighted the uncertainty of the situation: We...
03:52

President Obama assures action

President Obama on Boston explosions: We will find out who did this and we will hold them accountable 
03:36

President Obama to address the nation

President Obama plans to address the nation regarding the fatal explosion in Boston. He plans to speak at 6:10 p.m. ET from the White House. 
03:32

Boston police guarding a possible suspect

Federal officials told NBC News that the Boston police are guarding a possible suspect who had been wounded in the blasts. 
03:27

Flights banned over Boston Marathon blast site

As the horror of the explosions near the finish line of the nation's most famous marathon sank in, government officials mobilized to respond on Monday afternoon.FBI director Robert Mueller briefed President Barack Obama by telephone, the White House said.Aviation authorities banned planes from...
03:01

Cell phone service shut down in Boston

Cell phone service shut down in Boston to prevent remote detonations, reports the New York Post
02:49

Nirupama Rao offers assistance

Any Indian nationals if affected by tragic blasts at #BostonMarathon may please contact @IndianEmbassyUS /202-939-7000, Indian Ambassador to the United States Nirupama Rao twitted
02:32

Boston police confirm third explosion in city

Boston police confirm third explosion in city at the JFK library and are treating all three incidents as related, reports CNN
02:14

The marathon refers to the blasts as bombs

Charles Lister tweets: BBC, quoting Boston police trooper: At least 25-30 people have at least one leg missing, or an ankle missing, or two legs missing 
02:12

Don't use cell phones at scene of blasts, say police

The police are telling people at the scene of Boston Marathon explosions to not use cell phones as it could set off other devices, reported ABC News       
02:08

IED-style bombs recovered

CNN is reporting that the two unexploded devices found at Boston Marathon is believed to be homemade, IED-style bombs. 
02:07

Exposion site

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Graphic courtesy: Boston Globe 
02:02

2 more explosives found, says Intelligence official

Intelligence officia say two more explosives have been found at Boston Marathon. The explosives are being dismantled.The air traffic to Boston has temporarily been restricted 
01:59

Image from Boston blast site

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The President has been notified of the incident in Boston. His administration is in contact with state and local authorities. He directed his administration to provide whatever assistance is necessary in the investigation and response.   Photo credit: Steve Silva
01:50

Live update on Boston blasts

Boston.com Live blog: Explosions in Copley Square. Click here to get updates.
01:47

12 dead, nearly 50 injured Boston blasts: N Y Post

Two explosions shattered the euphoria of the Boston Marathon finish line on Monday, sending authorities out on the course to carry off the injured while the stragglers in the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton were rerouted away from the smoking site of the blasts.A federal law-enforcement source told...
01:44

Boston Marathon 2013: Route information

Footage from local television outlets showed police clearing the sidewalks where the first explosion occurred. It was not immediately clear whether the explosions were accidental. Police and law enforcement officials have cordoned off the area.Click here to see the Boston Marathon 2013:...
01:42

Another explosive found

Police have found an exploded device and will have a controlled explosion within one minute near 600 Boylston across from the Boston Public Library.  Boston Police has said that 22 people have been injured in the blast, while 2 have been killed.Watch live TV here
01:30

Video: Blasts occur more than 5 hours after start of race

Watch the video here: Video courtesy Doug
01:24

Boston: Blasts occur few seconds apart on opposite sides

The explosions occurred about 2:45 p.m., about an hour after the first of the race's nearly 27,000 runners had crossed the finish line, Frucci said. The race was halted after the explosions as was subway service into the area.Paramedics were treating several victims at the scene, and police...
01:24

Blasts occur more than five hours after start of race

The blasts occurred more than five hours after the start of the race, at a time when most top athletes were off the course but slower amateur marathoners were still running.
01:12

3 dead in explosions at Boston marathon finish line

The explosions were reported on Boylston Street, near the finish line of the storied race. The Boston police confirmed they were investigating. Fox news is reporting that three have been killed in the explosion
00:58

2 explosions at Boston marathon finish line

Two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon have resulted in injuries. Bloody spectators were being carried today to the medical tent that had been set up to care for fatigued runners. Police wove through competitors as they ran back toward the course. There are a lot of...
00:57

Iraq attacks kill 55 less than a week before vote

Insurgents in Iraq deployed a series of car bombs as part of highly coordinated attacks that cut across a wide swath of the country today, killing at least 55 on the deadliest day in nearly a month. The assault bore the hallmarks of a resurgent al-Qaida in Iraq and appeared aimed at sowing...
00:51

'Obama letter to Putin sends positive signals'

The Obama administration wants to find a way to stop the deterioration in U.S.-Russian relations, top Russian officials said here Monday after meeting with Tom Donilon, the U.S. national security adviser.A letter from President Obama to Russian President Vladimir Putin, conveyed by Donilon,...
00:48

3 dead in apparent double murder-suicide by NY cop

A New York City police officer shot her boyfriend, turned the gun on her 1-year-old son and then shot herself in an apparent double murder-suicide at her home today morning, police said. The bodies were discovered after her 19-year-old son heard an argument between the two adults, escaped...
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Russian toddler contracts HIV from transfusion

Doctors in Russia accidentally infected a 16-month-old girl with HIV during a blood transfusion, investigators said today, opening a criminal probe into the case.The toddler was given blood from an HIV-infected donor at the Number 5 children's hospital in Saint Petersburg, the city's...
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Syria warplanes pound Damascus: NGO

Syria's air force today carried out several air strikes on rebel enclaves in and around Damascus, while fresh clashes between troops and rebels raged to the east of the capital, a monitoring group said. At least one civilian was killed in an air strike on Qaboon in northeast Damascus, the...
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