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World No.1 Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray 6-3, 1-6, 2-6, 6-4 to clinch his maiden French Open title.

The victory in Paris also completes a career Grand Slam for Djokovic.

This is the 12th Major for Serbian tennis star Djokovic. Nadal has 14, while Federer is on 17 grand slams.

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World No.1 Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray 6-3, 1-6, 2-6, 6-4 to clinch his maiden French Open title.

The victory in Paris also completes a career Grand Slam for Djokovic.

This is the 12th Major for Serbian tennis star Djokovic. Nadal has 14, while Federer is on 17 grand slams.

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World No.1 Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray 6-3, 1-6, 2-6, 6-4 to clinch his maiden French Open title.

The victory in Paris also completes a career Grand Slam for Djokovic.

This is the 12th Major for Serbian tennis star Djokovic. Nadal has 14, while Federer is on 17 grand slams.

20:59 French Open final: Djoko wins third set, leads 2-1

World No.1 Novak Djokovic has won the third set 6-2 to lead 2-1 in the final against Andy Murray in Paris.

Murray vs Djokovic: 6-3, 1-6, 2-6

20:47 Pakistan releases 18 Indian fishermen

In a goodwill gesture, Pakistan today released 18 Indian fishermen who were held for violating the territorial waters of the country, according to a media report.

The fishermen freed from Malir jail in Karachi would travel to Lahore by train and be handed over to India at Wagah border, The Express Tribune reported. "They were violating the territory while fishing in the open sea," said spokesperson of Maritime Security Agency.

Two boats were also seized from the possession of the fishermen, he added. Both Indian and Pakistani fishermen are often arrested for illegal fishing since the Arabian Sea border is not clearly defined and many boats lack the technology to fix their precise location.

Recently, Pakistan released more than 300 Indian fishermen who had completed their term while over 400 others are currently in Karachi prisons.

In the wake of Jat leaders in Haryana launching fresh stir over quota, prohibitory orders will be imposed in certain areas of the national capital bordering the neighbouring state along with a few other places by tomorrow, the Delhi police said today.

"The Delhi police to impose CrPC section 144 in the bordering districts of Delhi and other parts of city which are likely to have protests in connection with Jat quota demand," a statement by Delhi police said.

The prohibitory orders will be implemented in five police sub-divisions -Dwarka and Najafgarh in South West Delhi, Alipur and Bawana in outer Delhi and Mukherjee Nagar in North West Delhi, the senior police said. These five sub-divisions cover over 15 police stations.

In the first phase of the Jat agitation, violence was witnessed in and around Mukherjee Nagar and Najafgarh areas. "Adequate arrangements have been made to ensure no law and order issue occurs," the official added.

20:23 French Open final: Djoko wins the second set

JUST IN: Novak Djokovic storms back to take second set 6-1 and level it up. Murray won the first set 6-3.

Heat wave conditions continued to affect normal life in parts of Rajasthan with Sriganganagar recording the highest temperature in the state at 47.7 degrees Celsius followed by 47.5 degrees Celsius in Phalodi today.

Mercury soared at many places in Bikaner, Kota and Jodhpur divisions and at isolated places in Ajmer, Jaipur and Udaipur divisions in the last 24 hours, the MeT Department said.

Kota, Barmer and Bikaner recorded maximum temperatures of 46.8, 46.5 and 46.2 degree Celsius respectively, whereas the day temperatures in Jaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur settled at 45.8, 45.5 and 45 degrees Celsius.

The lowest day temperature in the state was recorded in Pilani at 43.4 degrees Celsius, it said. The department has predicted no respite from the scorching heat for the next 48 hours.

Andy Murray has won the first set 6-3 against World No 1 Novak Djokovic in the ongoing final of French Open.

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ANI is now reporting that the ED has summoned Capt. Amarinder Singh's son for violation of Foreign Exchange Management Act. More details are needed.

19:18 Ali's heart beat on even as his body shut down: daughter

Legendary boxer Muhammad Ali's heart kept beating for a full 30 minutes even after the rest of his body shut down, his daughter has said.

The incredible details of three-time heavyweight champion Ali's final moments were made public by his daughter Hana in an emotional post on Twitter. "Our hearts are literally hurting. But we are so happy daddy is free now. We all tried to stay strong and whispered in his ear, you can go now. We will be OK. We love you," said Hana Ali, an author and a freelance writer.

"All of his organs failed but his HEART wouldn't stop beating. For 30 minutes ... his heart just kept beating. No-one had ever seen anything like it. A true testament to the strength of his Spirit and Will!" Hena wrote.

Ali, 74, '" known worldwide as "The Greatest" '" passed away on late Friday at an Arizona hospital due to respiratory problems.

Elaborate security arrangements have put in place at Amritsar and several parts of the state, even as Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal today exhorted the people to exercise restraint and observe anniversary of Operation Blue Star tomorrow peacefully.

"We have made sufficient deployment of security forces in Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Patiala," a senior Punjab police official told PTI today. As many as 15 Companies of paramilitary forces including ITBP, CRPF, RAF, besides police personnel in strength, have been deployed. "Six Companies of paramilitary forces have been placed at Amritsar while rest will be deployed in Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Patiala," he said.

As part of a statewide police crackdown on radical Sikhs, police has already rounded up activists of SAD (Amritsar) and Damdami Taksal from several places to avoid any trouble in the wake of 32nd anniversary of Operation Bluestar. Several activists have also gone underground in the wake of the preventive arrests, official sources said.

bodybuilder Manohar Aich, 104, who was once a household name in Bengal after becoming India's first Mr Universe in 1952, died at his Baguiati residence this afternoon, according to family sources.

"Aich was on a liquid died for last 10-15 days and had stopped talking. He breathed his last at 3.50pm," his son Khokan Aich told PTI. Aich is survived by two daughters and two sons, one of whom manages a gym and fitness centre to fulfill his father's dream of making the youth "healthy and strong". "Never quit exercise, he would always say.

His mantra to stay healthy was simple '" healthy eating and exercise," Khokan added. Former Bengal cricket captain Laxmi Ratan Shukla, who is Minister of State for Sports, visited Aich's residence to offer his condolence.

Aich, who turned 104 on March 17, had become India's first Mr Universe when he won the 1952 National Amateur

18:52 IS kills dozens of its own in hunt for spies

In March, a senior commander with the Daesh group was driving through northern Syria on orders to lead militants in the fighting there when a drone blasted his vehicle to oblivion.

The killing of Abu Hayjaa Al-Tunsi, a Tunisian jihadi, sparked a panicked hunt within the group's ranks for spies who could have tipped off the US-led coalition about his closely guarded movements. By the time it was over, the group would kill 38 of its own members on suspicion of acting as informants.

They were among dozens of Daesh members killed by their own leadership in recent months in a vicious purge after a string of airstrikes killed prominent figures.

Others have disappeared into prisons and still more have fled, fearing they could be next as the jihadi group turns on itself in the hunt for moles, according to Syrian opposition activists, Kurdish militia commanders, several Iraqi intelligence officials and an informant for the Iraqi government who worked within Daesh ranks.

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Accepting that there "might be administrative lapse" in Mathura, where 29 people, including two policemen, were killed, Uttar Pradesh minister Shivpal Yadav today said BJP should not take any name without "proof".

"There might be administrative lapse in Mathura. The inquiry is underway and those patronising such people (scrupulous elements, encroachers) won't be spared," he said. Reacting strongly to allegations levelled against him by BJP chief Amit Shah over the violence, Yadav said the party should not take any name without proof.

He also said Samajwadi Party is against "scrupulous elements and encroachers" and the state government has given directions against them. "BJP leaders should not make any statement holding anyone responsible without any proof," Shivpal said, when asked of the BJP chief's statement yesterday in which he had held him responsible for the violence and sought his resignation.

Shivpal had yesterday accused the BJP of indulging in "dirty politics" after it had attacked the SP government in the state for the violence.

17:51 Boy hit by bullet fired from TMC victory rally

A 13-year-old boy was today hit by a bullet allegedly fired from a victory procession organised to celebrate the win of Trinamool Congress candidate Hamidul Rahaman from Chopra Assembly constituency in Islampur area of the district.

"The incident happened at around 2 PM this afternoon when a stray bullet hit a boy, Gar Ali, who was standing at the roadside and watching the procession pass near his home. Some local residents have alleged that the bullet was fired from the procession," said a senior police officer.

The family members of Ali first rushed the boy to Islampur sub-division hospital, but was later on referred to North Bengal Medical College and Hospital for further treatment, the police said.

"We have not yet received any complaints, but an inquiry is on," the officer added.

17:19 Ammunition depots in J-K safe: Army

In the wake of major fire at one of Asia's largest ammunition depot in Maharashtra's Pulgaon, the army today said its depots across Jammu and Kashmir are "safe".

"The army is sensitive to the issue of safety measures in ammunition depots located in Jammu and Kashmir. Regular safety audits are undertaken to ensure the safety of these depots," Defense spokesman Col S D Goswami said.

He said that army has been conducting regular security audits of the ammunition depots and the latest one was ordered on June 2. Col Goswami said that adequate fire fighting equipment and measures are in place in all the ammunition depots across Jammu and Kashmir.

"Modern equipment is being regularly procured to upgrade safety measures. Fire services staff is completely rehearsed in their role," he said. He said that the army places the highest priority on safety of civilians living in the vicinity of ammunition depots.

"All measures are being taken to ensure the highest standards of security," he said.

Taking a u-turn, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee today decided to allow media coverage in the Golden Temple premises tomorrow, the 32nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star.

"We are allowing the media with the humble request that they should maintain the sanctity of the Golden Temple, since certain media people some time create interruption in SGPC programmes. We always require media coverage and support," SGPC Chief Secretary Harcharan Singh said.

In a letter to the Police Commissioner and the District Public Relation Officer, Singh had yesterday sought police help to keep the media away from the periphery of the Golden Temple on June 6 when the anniversary of Operation Star is to be observed.

He had alleged that media always interfered in SGPC programmes, hence coverage by electronic media as well as photo journalists won't be allowed as it may hurt the sentiments of Sikh devotees.

Boxing legend Muhammad Ali's final journey will be witnessed by worldwide audience of billions making it one of the biggest events in TV history.

The three-time world heavyweight champion's funeral will take place in his home town of Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday, where flags have been flying at half-mast since his death was announced. The procession will pass the Muhammad Ali Centre, travel along Muhammad Ali Boulevard and through his former neighbourhood.

It will end at Cave Hill cemetery for a private family ceremony, reported Mirror.

"Muhammad Ali was truly the people's champion and the celebration will reflect his devotion to all races, religions, and backgrounds. Muhammad's extraordinary boxing career only encompassed half of his life.

The other half was committed to sharing a message of people and inclusion with the world.

"Following his wishes, his funeral will reflect those principles and be a celebration open to everyone. Lonnie (his wife) and the entire Ali family invite everyone to join them for the celebration in Muhammad's home town of Louisville, Kentucky," Family spokesman Bob Gunnell said.

India today thanked Afghanistan for conferring the country's highest civilian honour -- the Amir Amanullah Khan award -- on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit there.

Expressing gratitude to Afghan government for the prestigious award, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said it was an honour not only for the Prime Minister, but for the whole country.

Modi was conferred the award by President Ashraf Ghani yesterday during his short visit to Herat province in Afghanistan where he inaugurated a landmark dam built by India at a cost of Rs 1,700 crore.

"It's a matter of great honour for India that the Indian Prime Minister has been conferred with the highest ever civilian award by the Afghan government. It is an honour not only for India's Prime Minister but for the whole country for which we are grateful to the government of Afghanistan," said Jaitley.

15:16 Death toll in Mathura clash rises to 29

The death toll in the clashes between the police and encroachers of Jawahar Bagh has risen to 29 with two more persons succumbing to their injuries even as police registered 45 cases against the occupants.

An unidentified encroacher died during treatment in the district hospital and one Pinakoo, resident of Azamgarh, succumbed to his injuries in SN Medical College in Agra, taking the death toll to 29, Chief Medical Officer Vivek Mishra said.

Senior Superintendent of Police Rakesh Singh said 45 cases have been registered against the encroachers in which 3,000 persons have made the accused.

He said some more arrests are possible in the case as police teams are trying to ascertain the accomplices of Ram Vriksh Yadav, the chief of Azad Bharat Vidhik Vaicharik Kranti Satyagrahi, who were providing financial support and arms to him. Operations in Jawahar Bagh would continue till Monday in search of explosives and weapons, he said.

Kiran Rao, film director and wife of superstar Aamir Khan, has lodged a complaint with Cyber Crime police station at Bandra Kurla Complex against an unidentified person, who has created her fake Facebook account and impersonating her on social media.

Rao, 42, registered the complaint yesterday and said that the impersonator has uploaded her picture on Facebook and is also chatting with her friends and family members, police said.

A case has been registered in this connection and probe initiated, they said, refusing to divulge further details.

13:36 Khadse should be booked for sedition: Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today demanded that former Maharashtra Revenue Minister Eknath Khadse should be booked for sedition for his alleged links with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim.

He also came out in support of withdrawal of the sedition charge against Patidar leader Hardik Patel, who is lodged in jail.

Kejriwal said that while Patel is not "guilty of sedition", Khadse, who is in the eye of a storm over allegations of corruption, including irregularities in a land deal, is. Khadse had resigned yesterday.

"Gujarat govt shud withdraw sedition charges against Hardik Patel. He is not guilty of sedition. Khadse is. Book khadse under sedition (sic)," the Aam Aadmi Party chief tweeted. This tweet comes at a time when the AAP has announced its plan to contest the assembly polls in Gujarat next year. BJP has been in power in the state for over a decade.

"Rahul Gandhi is de facto Congress chief but he should become de jure" and make the party battle ready without waiting for anti-incumbency to build up against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior party leader Jairam Ramesh said today.

Ramesh also said it was high time that the Congress changed in tune with changing India as "our communication strategy is not very effective" and "we need an aggressive outreach" with various sections of society against the backdrop of successive poll debacles. "Challenges are very heavy but there is no room for despondency. Those who are writing off Congress party are writing its premature obituary," the former Union Minister told PTI, apparently referring to Modi's repeated calls for a "Congress-mukt Bharat". Making a strong pitch for Gandhi's leadership, Ramesh said "uncertainty does not help".

He said the challenges faced by Congress were akin to those that prevailed when Sonia Gandhi had taken over the party in March 1998. Ramesh insisted that the Congress vice president has "a lot of ideas on organisational restructuring and I hope he gets into position very soon. He is de facto, but he should become de jure".

The wife of a top Bangladeshi police officer who carried out several raids against militants was stabbed and shot dead today by three bike-borne assailants in front of her minor son in the port city of Chittagong, the latest attack by suspected extremists, police said.

Mahmuda Aktar, 33, was targeted by the gunmen at around 6:45 am (local time) while she was on her way to drop her first-grader son to a nearby bus stop for school in Chittagong.

She was the wife of Superintendent of Police Babul Aktar, now posted at the police headquarters in Dhaka. Babul has led several raids on militant hideouts and investigated several terror-related cases as the additional deputy commissioner with the Detective Branch in Chittagong.

Babul, who was promoted in April, played a key role in nabbing top militants and busting their hideouts in the southern coastal district. It was his investigations which led to the busting of a hideout of banned outfit Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh and arrest of its military wing chief Mohamed Javed in October last year.

12:38 'Ye Hain Mohabbatein' under fire in Pakistan

A Pakistani private channel has drawn a lot of criticism from Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority over the popular TV show, Ye Hain Mohabbatein.

According to an official statement released on Saturday, in the June 1 episode of the Balaji Telefilms produced soap, originally broadcasted on Star Plus, the characters were shown 'doing indecent activities,' which violated the Electronic Media Ordinance 2015, reports the Dawn.

Hence, the TV channel has been given a show-cause notice by PEMRA.

"The TV channel had been warned earlier as well when it showed questionable scenes on April 17, 2016. The channel was asked not to air dramas that would go against the rules set by Pemra," the statement read.

The Enforcement Directorate on Sunday denied reports rejecting request for a Red Corner Notice against liquor baron Vijay Mallya by the Interpol.

The Enforcement Directorate has said that it would issue the rebuttal shortly.The Interpol is learnt to have sent back the Enforcement Directorate's request for a Red Corner Notice against Mallya with queries.

In a major accident, 17 people were killed and around 33 were left injured when a luxury bus rammed into two cars and then fell into a ditch on the Pune-Mumbai corridor expressway on Sunday.

The deceased include 13 males and four females.The driver of a swift desire car was changing a punctured tyre and an Innova stopped to help him.

Tragedy struck when a bus coming from Satara collided with both the cars and then fell into a 20 feet ditch on the left side of the road.The injured were immediately rushed to the MGM hospital in Panvel.

00:53 Trump to visit UK on the eve of EU referendum

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has advanced his planned visit to the United Kingdom by two days to the eve of the June 23 European Union referendum that will decide the future of Britain in the 28-member economic bloc.

The change in timing raises question whether Trump will meet UK Prime Minister David Cameron, who will be in the midst of campaigning to keep a sceptical British public from voting to leave the European Union.

Trump has expressed his views on the issue, calling on Britain to vote to leave the economic bloc.

The presumptive Republican candidate previously indicated he would visit his newly-refurbished hotel and golf course a day after the UK votes on its future within the EU.

00:05 Anjali Damania breaks fast as Khadse resigns

Former Aam Aadmi Party leader and social activist Anjali Damania, who was on a hunger strike demanding a probe into corruption charges against former Maharashtra Revenue Minister Eknath Khadse, ended her fast on Saturday.

She broke her hunger strike after getting a written assurance from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Roshni Raut, a close associate of Damania, said, Damania ended her strike after she received a message from the chief minister on her mobile informing her that a proper inquiry has been constituted.

The former AAP leader was also informed that a committee would be formed very soon to speed up (the probe) and ensure the time-bound investigation, following which she (Damania) decided to end her fast, Raut said.

Damania had on June 2 sat on a hunger strike at Azad Maidan in Mumbai, demanding Khadses ouster from the Maharashtra cabinet in the wake of charges of impropriety over purchase of a land belonging to the government-owned Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation in Pune against him.

She had also demanded a time-bound inquiry into the matter led by a retired high court judge.

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