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PM not in an embarrassing position over 2G scam: Rahul
1:22 New Delhi, November 19 (ANI): Rahul Gandhi today came out in strong support of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the wake of the Supreme Court observations in the 2G spectrum scam. I don't think he is in an embarrassing position at all,Gandhi told reporters outside Parliament, throwing the weight of the Congress behind the Prime Minister. Gandhi's comments came a day after AICC General Secretary Janardan Dwivedi came out in strong support of the Prime Minister.The Opposition has been blocking parliamentary business all week, calling for joint parliamentary committee probe into the scandal. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 622
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Jharkhand village councils to have educated tribals
1:50 Simdega, November 19 (ANI): The Bhokta tribal electorate of Kolebira block in Simdega district of Jharkhand took a written exam on Friday in a bid to bring forward educated persons from the community to contest the upcoming village council elections, which are scheduled on December 13. Five women of the Bhokta community, which has been categorized as Scheduled Caste, or economically disadvantaged persons, have been nominated for the polls. The tribals have been preparing for the exam for many days and the result of the same would be known on Saturday. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 626
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Migratory birds flock J and K with onset of winters
2:24 Srinagar, November 20 (ANI): With the onset of winters in Jammu and Kashmir Valley, more than two hundred thousand migratory birds from Central Asia and China have migrated to the region, flocking various wetland reserves. The authorities are expecting more than a million migratory birds at these wetlands this year. The state wildlife authorities claim to have received more avian visitors this year than they expected at the three famous wetland reserves established at Haygam, Hokersar and Shalibag in the picturesque valley. Officials at the Hokersar reserve asserted that comfortable climatic conditions, better protection and the easy availability of food in the region were the prime reasons behind the massive migration of birds. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 557
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Sonam Kapoor wants Bipasha Basu's legs
1:41 New Delhi, November 20 (ANI): Bipasha Basu and Sonam Kapoor who are currently shooting in Goa for Players have been bonding over fitness and fashion. While the Kapoor girl has been shooting in Goa for more than 10 days, Bipasha joined the cast and crew last week. When Bipasha landed, the unit expected freezing vibes between the two actresses. Says a source from the production, Both the girls have action-oriented, sexy and highly glamorous roles in the film and the unit members expected sparks to fly. But nothing of the sort happened. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 660
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Shahid endorses music player company Pioneer
1:50 Mumbai, November 20 (ANI): Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor was on Thursday signed up as the brand ambassador for music player company Pioneer. Speaking on the occasion, Shahid got nostalgic and shared his love for music since his college days. While Shahid spoke about his passion for music, the actor did not miss the opportunity to talk about his upcoming film Mausam. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 633
I am ready for any probe: Yeddyurappa
1:37 Mangalore, November 18 (ANI): Embroiled in a land scam row, Karnataka chief B.S. Yeddyurappa on Wednesday vehemently defended himself against the stinging allegations. Speaking at a press interaction in Mangalore, the chief maintained that he had not flouted any legal provisions in purchasing the land. Yeddyurappa also said, he is ready for any probe in connection with the case. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 497
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Court grants cops 2-day custody of Amritpal Singh
1:25 New Delhi, November 18 (ANI): Amritpal Singh, the owner of the building, which collapsed claiming 67 lives in New Delhi on Monday, was presented before the Karkardooma court yesterday. The judge remanded him to two days police custody. Said to have been involved in several other criminal cases earlier, Amritpal Singh has been charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code for the house collapse deaths. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 564
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30-year-old Maoist surrenders in Orissa
1:44 Orissa, November 18 (ANI): A Maoist surrendered to police in Gajapati district of Orissa on Wednesday. 30-year-old Naresh Mutha was involved in several cases of killings and explosions in Gajapati and Rayagada districts. Mutha, who was working with the rebels since 2008, said he surrendered because Maoists have distanced themselves from their ideology and were now killing innocent tribals, whom they were supposed to serve. He added his conscience did not allow him to kill innocent people. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 476
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Security tightened in Assam to check militant attacks
1:6 Assam, November 18 (ANI): Days after a banned militant outfit National Democratic Front of Bodoland went on a killing spree in the region, authorities have tightened security across Assam. At the same time, the audacious attacks by the militants have raised concerns on a possible relapse of the incident, triggering fears among certain sections of the villagers. Assam has been a focus of a separatist insurgency for decades, but it has also recently suffered bomb attacks blamed on Islamist militants from neighbouring Bangladesh. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 436
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Opposition intensifies its demand of JPC in 2G scam
2:3 New Delhi, November 18 (ANI): After scathing CAG’s report implicating A. Raja of irregularities in 2G spectrum allocation and Supreme Court’s observations on PM's silence, opposition is in no mood to relent is demand of Joint Parliamentary Committee probe in the major scams that have came to light in recent past. Samajwadi Party Leader Shailendre Kumar today demanded JPC probe in all major scams. Meanwhile, senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said the Prime Minister must break his silence and reveal the plan of action of his ruling congress led government over all various scams. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 600
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2G scam: SC asks govt to file affidavit on PM's silence
1:7 New Delhi, November 18 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Centre to file an affidavit on Prime Minister's silence on Janata Party president Subramaniam Swamy's petition seeking sanction to prosecute former telecom minister A Raja in the 2G spectrum scam case. The Supreme Court asked the Centre to file the affidavit by Saturday and fixed the hearing on Tuesday. The apex court asked the officer designated on behalf of the PMO to file the affidavit giving all details on its communication with the petitioner Dr. Swamy pertaining to the issue of sanction against the then telecommunication minister, A. Raja. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 605
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No crisis, party happy with me: Yeddyurappa
1:59 Bangalore, November 18 (ANI): Facing the Opposition heat over alleged land scams, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa on Thursday said that there was absolutely no threat to his government and the BJP leadership was satisfied with his government's performance. Yeddyurappa denied that he had written to top BJP leaders against National General Secretary HN Anantkumar accusing him of working against his government and making attempts to topple it. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 473
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PMO did not reply to any of my letters: 2G scam petitioner
2:25 New Delhi, November 18 (ANI): As 2G controversy further deepens, Chief petitioner in the 2G spectrum scam Subramanian Swamy on Thursday alleged that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh did not reply to any of his letters demanding his decisions on A. Raja's involvement in the scam. Evidently, the government today contended in Supreme Court that the petitioner was replied aptly by the PM and that total transparency was maintained on the issue. However, Swamy contended that he has only received a letter from A Raja, who recently resigned as communications and IT minister over the scam, stating that the communication had been forwarded to him and the minister would like to make a reply. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 556
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Maoists kill another villager in Orissa
1:40 Orissa, November 18 (ANI): Maoists killed a villager in Malkangiri district of Orissa on Wednesday. The victim, 32-year-old Ganga Madkani, a resident of Kotagunda village was brutally murdered after a group of about 20 Maoists stormed his house and gunned him down. Eyewitnesses said that the victim was dragged out of his home and shot nearby. According to the victim's kin, the Maoists were armed and left a poster before, accusing Ganga of being a police spy and warning villagers of dire consequences if they assist police officials in any way. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 498
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2G scam: Both houses of parliament adjourned
1:32 New Delhi, November 18 (ANI): The Parliament failed to function for the fifth consecutive day on Thursday, with the Opposition insisting on a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe into the 2G spectrum allocation and Congress and JD(S) hitting back alleging land scam involving BJP-led government in Karnataka. As soon as the Lok Sabha assembled, members of BJP, BJD and SP trooped into the well raising slogans for setting up a JPC to probe the alleged irregularities in the allocation of 2G spectrum. In the Rajya Sabha, opposition BJP and AIADMK members rushed to the well the moment Deputy Chairman K Rahman Khan took up the listed business. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 544
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First look of Kiran Rao's Dhobi Ghat unveiled
2:13 Mumbai, November 18 (ANI): The first look of Aamir Khan's wife Kiran Rao's directorial debut Dhobi Ghat was launched on Wednesday in Mumbai The movie had been much in talks for its title,content and its characters. And before the movie could make news on Indian grounds, it grabbed attention from international audience by gracing prestigious festivals like London Film Festival 2010 and Toronto International Film Festival 2010. Speaking to media persons, the debutant director Kiran Rao said the first promo of the film was released to make the audience familiar with the leading characters. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 585
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Prince Shivraj Singh leaves for his royal wedding
1:42 Jodhpur, November 18 (ANI): Shivraj Singh, the scion of the erstwhile kingdom of Jodhpur, left for Jaipur on Thursday, to tie the knot with Gayatri Kumari, princess of the erstwhile kingdom of Askot. Around 200 baraatis left for Jaipur in a decorated train to attend tonight's big fat Indian wedding.Guests from all across the world have come for this royal wedding. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 2796
Ashishs bronze inspires youngsters to take up gymnastics
1:34 New Delhi, November 19 (ANI): Youngsters in Allahabad have taken to gymnastics in a big way after Ashish Kumar, who hails from Allahabad, bagged bronze in the ongoing Asian Games at Guangzhou in China. Gymnastics practice halls in Allahabad are now brimming with young enthusiasts. Kumar, who was trainee at National Sports Academy at Allahabad, earlier shot into the limelight at the 2010 Commonwealth Games held in New Delhi, bagging vault silver and bronze in floor. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 500
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Deepika, Imran launch Break Ke Baad apparel line
1:39 Mumbai, November 19 (ANI): Deepika, wearing floral dress with a pair of gladiator sandals, and Imran Khan in his blue and white checked casual shirt with khaki pants launched an apparel line at Shoppers Stop as part of their promotional spree of their upcoming flick Break Ke Baad in Mumbai on Wednesday.Meanwhile,Imran,who seemed interested in talking about fashion rather than movie,said that he hoped people,like all other films,would copy their style as well. Added: 15851 days ago Views: 482
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Police arrest owner of collapsed building in New Delhi
1:14 New Delhi, November 17 (ANI): As the death toll in Monday evening's building collapse in Laxmi Nagar area of east Delhi climbed to 66 on Tuesday, the owner of the building, Amritpal Singh, has been arrested by the east Delhi police and booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Singh has been booked for culpable homicide in accordance with Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code Added: 15851 days ago Views: 423
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