CHENNAI: The commercial nerve centre of Chennai city came to a virtual halt here on Thursday after more than 2,000 shops downed their shutters in Usman Road and Ranganathan Street protesting the recent crackdown by the Corporation and CMDA against illegal structures. The area, which would give motorists a hard time on a normal day owing to congestion, wore a deserted look in the morning as some of the prominent...
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London: It wasn't long ago that David Cameron launched what became known as his "Hug a Hoodie" campaign - an initiative born of a public outcry over Britain's ill-behaved youths, and one that ended in ridicule when hooded youths mocked the then opposition leader during a photo opportunity. Now as prime minister, Cameron is opting for tough love in the wake of Britain's riots. He has declared anyone convicted in...02:07 AM, Aug 13, 2011
London: From shopkeepers and middle-class writers to Sikh communities and right-wing soccer "fans", Londoners are ready to take action to protect their homes and businesses from rioting. After four nights of violence, many are saying enough is enough and they will stop the looters themselves if the authorities cannot. Police have warned that vigilantes are putting their own safety at risk and could make matters worse. The risks were highlighted...12:42 AM, Aug 11, 2011
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