The world in photos: Aug 18-24

Updated: 2014-08-25 11:12

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The world in photos: Aug 18-24

Devotees try to form a human pyramid to break a clay pot containing curd during the celebrations to mark the Hindu festival of Janmashtami in Mumbai, Aug 18, 2014. Janmashtami, which marks the birthday of Hindu god Krishna, is being celebrated across the country today. [Photo/Agencies]

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