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BJP says Nepal's Maoist govt. not in India's interest
1:52 New Delhi, June 2(ANI): Former Foreign Minister of India, Jaswant Singh says that Nepal's Maoist government is not in India's interest.Speaking at the conclusion of two day National Executive Meet of the Bhartiya Janta Party on Monday, Singh said that the Maoists have not fulfilled the parameters set by the United Nation's observers. Describing Bangladesh as a new epicenter of terrorism, Singh said that the matter was of grave concern for India. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Different roles of Preity
1:36 New Delhi, June 8(ANI): The bubbly Preity Zinta has been busy shuttling between projects these days. From Indian Premier League auctions to bold women portrayal on screen, she has done everything.Zinta was lately seen cheering her team Mohali in the IPL. And then she was seen at the famous Cannes Film festival posing for a luxury watch and jewellery brand. Well to everyone's amusement she has undertaken all these responsibilities very seriously. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Bollywood’s hottest newcomers
2:19 New Delhi, July 12(ANI): India film industry recently has been getting hotter and hotter, with all bold and beautiful newcomers. And they are now stealing the limelight and getting all praises. We bring to you season’s hottest newcomers... The first star of this dazzling bandwagon is Harman Baweja who has been blessed with the beauty that is needed to be a conventional hero of Bollywood. Chiseled face, gorgeous fair complexion, hazel eyes and his sharp features remind us of our Greek God Hrithik. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Fruit processing business generating employment
1:46 Dehradun, July 13(ANI): Apart from tickling taste buds of the tourists, the fruit processing industry in Dehradun is generating employment opportunities for the locals. The fruit processing units which have come up in the area have proved a boon for several farmers. They no longer have to worry for marketing of their produce as the fruit processing units buy it. From them value-added products such as jams, juices and pickles are made. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Bhandarkar rescues farmer's widows
1:16 Mumbai, September 7 (ANI): National award winning Bollywood filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has donated his prize money to the families of 3 debt ridden farmers who committed suicide in Vidarbh region of Maharashtra. Bhandarkar donated his prize money of Rs.250, 000 that he picked up on winning Swarna Kamal award for his film Traffic Signal at the 54th Annual National Film Awards. The National Sample Survey Organisation says almost half of India's 100 million farming families are in debt. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Bhutan gets young king to guide young democracy
1:24 Thimpu, November 6 (ANI): In the Chamber of the Golden Throne, 28-year-old Oxford educated Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on Thursday assumed the Raven Crown of Bhutan, to guide the world's newest democracy as it emerges into the modern world. Indian President Pratibha Devisingh Patil is the guest of honor at the coronation ceremony. Over thirty diplomats from across the globe including India's Gandhi family headed by Sonia Gandhi were also present for the ceremony. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Sportsmen kept the Indian flag high in 2008
2:9 New Delhi, December 31 (ANI):For a cricket crazy country the year began with a high in cricket, with India spinner Harbhajan Singh being cleared of racial abuse after an appeal to the International Cricket Council. Harbhajan had been suspended for three tests for allegedly calling Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds a monkey during the second test. Then came the Indian Premier League, with players from across the world participating in India's very own Twenty20 League. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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India to infuse liquidity says Kamal Nath
2:15 New Delhi, January 20 (ANI): India’s commerce and trade minister, Kamal Nath on Monday said that the government would continue to inject adequate funds into economy, to provide stimulus for demand. Nath was speaking at a Partnership Summit organised by Confederation of Indian Industry in New Delhi. British Secretary of State for Business and Enterprise, Peter Mandelson, said that India's growing openness and economic prosperity would help it overcome the challenges of global economy. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Indian tandoors doing brisk business abroad
1:44 New Delhi, February 23 (ANI): Tandoor or a clay oven is an ideal tool for perfect cooking Be it roasting meat or baking breads. Dishes prepared in Tandoors belong to a different league as it brings a unique flavour into food and bread, which is as earthen as exotic. No wonder today Indian tandoor makers have spread their wings and are doing brisk business exporting tandoors all over the world. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Rahul Gandhi defends PM against opposition remarks
2:10 Pondicherry, March 26 (ANI): Rahul Gandhi, general secretary of ruling Congress party on Wednesday, defended Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's leadership qualities against opposition criticism that he was a 'weak leader'. Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Lal Krishna Advani on Tuesday retorted that Manmohan Singh was the weakest prime minister in India's history. He said that Singh was responsible for the country's strident stand against terrorism. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Manmohan Singh invited to form new central government
2:4 New Delhi, May 21 (ANI): Indian prime minister-elect Manmohan Singh said on Wednesday that his coalition had support for a clear majority in parliament after he formally sought approval from the President of India to form the next central government. On other hand, Newly elected chairperson of the victorious United Progressive Alliance Sonia Gandhi also accompanied Manmohan Singh and drove to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential house. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Ritu Kumar presents her collection at Kolkata Fashion Week
1:10 Kolkata, September 11 (ANI): Ace designer Ritu Kumar presented her collection on the first day of the star studded Kolkata Fashion Week in Kolkata. Kumar opened her collection in black and gold with intricately worked garments. The line consisted of silhouettes, which portrayed the hugely skilled craftsmanship in evening gowns, chogas, long tunics and various other traditional Indian garments. She however said, that there was recession in the fashion industry and the strong will survive. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1265
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Muslims all over the world celebrate Eid-al-Adha
1:43 Mina, Palestinians, Baghdad, Egypt, 19 Dec (ANI): Millions of Muslim pilgrims gathered in Mina on December 19th on the day of Eid-al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice and the most important holiday in the Islamic calendar. Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad made history when he became the first Iranian leader to perform the Haj. Also in attendance was a representative of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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Ash plays another woman of substancecharacter
1:49 New Delhi, Jan 17(ANI): It is a well-publicized fact by now that Aishwarya Bachchan is playing the role of Indian Queen Jodhaabai in Director Ashutosh Gowariker’s Bollywood epic film ‘Jodhaa Akbar’. And the actress seems smitten by the character she is essaying.'Jodhaa Akbar' is about the romance between Mughal emperor Akbar and his Hindu wife Jodhaa, in which Aishwarya Bachchan plays the role of Jodhaa along with Hrithik Roshan. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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Jammu and Kashmir faces shortage of mutton
1:50 Jammu & Kashmir, Feb 10 (ANI): India’s northern state of Jammu & Kashmir is facing an acute shortage of mutton as imports of sheep and goats have reduced considerably due to protests by meat traders in the national capital New Delhi against alleged harassment by animal lovers. The shortage has forced mutton sellers and other related traders in the valley to shut down their shops. With higher consumption of mutton during winters in the valley, the locals are also feeling the pinch. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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SEBI has reduced the filing fee
0:58 New Delhi, April 9 (ANI): Securities and Exchange Board of India has reduced the filing fees for documents of public issues, buybacks and draft letter of offer while acquiring a company. Sebi will henceforth charge a flat fee of Rs 25,000 for public issues less than or equal to Rs 10 crore. Sebi has also amended the fees for custodians who will have to pay 0.0005% instead of 0.001%. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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J and K capital shift good for business
1:16 Srinagar, May 6 (ANI): With the opening of the civil secretariat and other offices in Srinagar, the people in the Kashmir Valley expect a lucrative summer season. Prospects of heavy tourist inflows and brisk business are said to be bright. The state government will function from Srinagar till October end before shifting to the winter capital Jammu. This bi-annual move known as the Darbar Move was introduced by Dogra rulers. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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Senior Zardari security officer killed in Pakistan
1:3 Karachi, July 23(ANI): Gunmen killed a senior security officer of Pakistan’s ruling party head Asif Ali Zardari in Karachi on Tuesday. Ejaz Durrani, a spokesman for Zardari, said assailants ambushed Khalid Shehanshah outside his house in Karachi's upmarket Defence neighbourhood and killed him on the spot. Zardari, who was in Islamabad when the attack took place, condemned the killing. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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Indian government wins vote, but loses trust
2:8 New Delhi, July 23(ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's government won a vote of confidence in parliament on Tuesday night, ensuring the ruling coalition's survival and giving a fresh lease of life to the controversial-ridden civilian nuclear deal with the United States. The win, however, evoked mixed reactions from various quarters. This win means the four-year old, centre government will stay in power. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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Musharraf presented with a Guard of Honor
1:22 New Delhi, August 19 (ANI): Pakistan's beleaguered President Pervez Musharraf was given a military send off when he left the Presidency after he announced his resignation on Monday. The former army chief and firm U.S. ally has seen his popularity slide over the past 18 months and has been isolated since his allies lost a February election. Added: 15846 days ago Views: 1264
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