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BJP to meet to decide on Jharkhand CM post
0:53 New Delhi, May 10 (ANI): The suspense over who the next Chief Minister of Jharkhand will be is expected to get over today. The BJP parliamentary board will meet today to decide on a name. According to reports, front-runner for the post is Raghubar Das and not Arjun Munda. Meanwhile the party itself seems divided on the candidate. While Gadkari and Advani prefer Raghubar Das - as he was already Deputy Chief Minister in the Shibu Soren government, former BJP president Rajnath Singh prefers Arjun Munda who is the General Secretary in team Gadkari. Meanwhile the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha wants a tribal for the top post but an attempt is on to convince JMM to drop this demand. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 567
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First prostrate cancer vaccine, a major breakthrough: Renowned Oncologist
2:23 New Delhi, May 10 (ANI): India's renowned Oncologist, Anuradha Hooda, on Sunday said that the first vaccine to treat prostrate cancer, called Provenge, is a major scientific breakthrough that has set base to search for new ways to fight the disease. The government of United States approved this vaccine, which has been developed by a US-based Dendreaon Corporation, the first company to show, a cancer vaccine can extend patient survival. Provenge, the world's first cancer vaccine that treats prostate cancer after it has been diagnosed, helps the patient live longer. Unlike traditional vaccines that prevent a disease, Provenge treats prostate cancer by stimulating the body's own immune system to attack malignant cells. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 898
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Congress is soft on militancy to please vote bank: Gadkari
1:57 Shimla, May 10 (ANI): While addressing a party rally in Shimla, Nitin Gadkari chief of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said that the central ruling United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was adopting leniency with militants to appease its Muslim vote bank. The BJP has blamed the Congress party for being laid-back in punishing mastermind of the Parliament attack case, Afzal Guru. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 580
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Govt needs to be on alert to tackle Maoists: Chhattisgarh HM
1:20 Chhattisgarh, May 10 (ANI): While speaking to the media persons at Raipur on Sunday, Home Minister of Chhattisgarh Nankiram Kanwar said that that the government needs to be on alert and geared up to tackle more of any possible attacks by the Maoists. Kanwar was reacting to the latest tragic incident in which seven personnel of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), were killed when Maoist guerrillas triggered a landmine blowing up their convoy in Bijapur district of the state on Saturday. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 730
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Two Hizbul militants killed in J and K
1:29 Jammu and Kashmir, May 10 (ANI): Indian security forces on Sunday gunned down two militants of Hizbul Mujahideen in a gun battle at Nathura Kot village in Reasi region of Jammu and Kashmir. Acting on a tip-off that some militants were hiding in the Khour belt of the district, personnel of Indian Army and police launched a joint operation on Saturday evening. Eventually, the militants were tracked down and in the ensuing encounter they were shot dead. The two militants were known by their alias names, Abu Rehman and Arif. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 815
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Maoists kill a former policeman in Chhattisgarh
0:52 Chhattisgarh, May 10 (ANI): Maoists on Sunday shot dead a former policeman in Narayanpur city of central Chhattisgarh. Reportedly, a group of suspected Maoist rebels shot Mangal Dehari near his house in the evening. In another incident on Friday a Special Police Officer was injured during a gun battle with Maoists in the outskirts of Narrayanpur. Chhattisgarh state has been a hot bed of Maoist activities in the recent past. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 653
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Nepal PM refuses to resign until the Maoists give up arms
1:24 Kathmandu, May 10 (ANI): While speaking to the media persons at Kathmandu on Sunday, Prime Minister of Nepal, Madhav Kumar Nepal, said that he would not resign until the Maoist combatants were integrated and its paramilitary structure is dissolved. The moderate left wing in Nepal had refused to resign despite the calls by Maoists leaders and indefinite strike launched by them ahead of the May 28 deadline for the completion of a new constitution. However, the government of Nepal also mentioned that the consensus would be reached only after the Maoist army was dissolved. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 633
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Stop intimidating Ujjal Dosanjh
4:11 Punjab, May 10: Born in 1947 at village Dosanjh Kalan in Indian Punjab, Ujjal Dosanjh migrated to England at the age of 17 and, four years later in 1968, moved to Canada. With his hard work and drive Ujjal Dosanjh made a mark for himself and on February 24, 2000, he was sworn in as the 33rd Premier of the Province of British Columbia. He is currently serving as a Member of Parliament representing Vancouver South. A long time human rights and social justice activist, Dosanjh works for people of Indian origin in Canada. He is a Sikh and is concerned about the rise of extremism among Canadian Sikhs. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 711
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UP Cong lawmakers blame Chattisgarh govt for maoist strikes
1:25 Allahbad, May 10 (ANI): Supporters and activists of the Congress party gathered in Allahabad on Sunday to stage a mass protest against the recent landmine attacks on paramilitary personnel in Chhattisgarh by the Maoists. The protesting Congressmen raised anti- Maoist slogans and also burnt an effigy of Chhattisgarh state chief, Raman Singh. They blamed lack of intelligence, surveillance and proper leadership in the state for the frequent Maoist strikes and ambush of paramilitary personnel. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 680
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Bodies of CRPF jawans,killed in Bijapur Maoist attack,in ND
0:42 New Delhi,May 10(ANI): Bodies of four security personnel,who were killed by Maoists in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh on Saturday,arrived in national capital New Delhi today, to be sent to their native places for the last rites.The deceased were given full state honours.Top officers paid homage to the martyrs by laying wreaths on their coffins. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 577
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BCCI grants Lalit Modi more time to reply
1:20 New Delhi,May 10(ANI): The Board of Cricket Control in India on Monday extended the time for suspended IPL chairman Lalit Modi to respond to the show-cause notice served to him on April 26, till Saturday, May 15. Earlier on Monday, Lalit Modi reportedly sought time to respond to the BCCI to ensure that he prepares an appropriate defense. Modi was given a show-cause notice by the BCCI on charges of financial irregularities. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 491
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Shutdown in Kashmir over maltreatment of political prisoners
1:49 Srinagar, May 10(ANI): The Bar Association of High Court of Kashmir today called for a shutdown in the valley over the collapse of judiciary, maltreatment meted out to political prisoners and veiled attempts to change the demographics in the state.The President of the High Court's Bar Association,Abdul Qayoom,criticized the judicial system for not playing a pro-active role in safeguarding the rights of the people of Kashmir.The call for the shutdown is being supported by separatists groups. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 495
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Konda Reddy community in Orissa demand ST status
1:45 Malkangiri,May 10(ANI):Tribals of the Konda Reddy community in the Maoist-infested Malkangiri district of Orissa on Monday demanded Scheduled Tribe (ST) status from the state government Scores of Konda Reddy tribals residing in Paplur village in the region took out a protest demanding the ST status.According to them due to the lack of ST status, they are deprived from all kind of facilities like health, education, etc. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 788
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Talks over amnesty proposal on with central govt: Omar
0:58 Srinagar, May 10(ANI): Kashmir Chief Omar Abdullah on Monday said the amnesty policy would be announced once it is finalized after discussion with the central government is over. The Indian government in February offered to facilitate the return of youths who had gone to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and are now willing to surrender and return home after the Abdullah government proposed that the central government formulate a new surrender and rehabilitation policy for such youths. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 658
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Ludhiana's Bhogal Hobby Tech claims to develop spy planes
1:41 Ludhiana, May 10(ANI): Ludhiana's Bhogal Hobby Tech — a group better known for its cycles, has claimed to have manufactured spy planes.According to the manufacturer,the series of UAV aircraft,named Tohi can be used in conflict zones.The Tohi plane has a cylinder and a shaft,and is fuelled by methanol or petrol. It can fly for an hour with a liter of fuel. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 1855
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Jaipur's bandhej industry depicts communal harmony
4:4 Rajasthan, May 10(ANI):Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan located in Northwestern part of India is known throughout the world for its magnificent forts, monuments and a variety of handicrafts.And the bandhej popularly known as the art of royalty is one of the most famous industries of this city.The industry that is known for its wide range of shades and patterns in highly stylized designs and motifs also provides an example of religious amity.Here Hindus and Muslims work together to make the industry popular not only in India but all across the world. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 790
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Devotees of all faiths visit Urs of saint Sheikh Zain-ud-din
2:3 Jammu and Kashmir, May 10(ANI): The hilltop Shrine of a Sufi saint Sheikh Zain-ud-din located 12 miles from the famous resort of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir is a place where religious affiliations and social differences are forgotten and visitors take back a message of peace and harmony.It is believed that the Sufi saint who lived in 15th century meditated for a long time in Mandjan village located close by and attained spiritual perfection. He believed in unity in diversity of faiths and spent his entire life promoting the message of communal harmony and brotherhood in the region. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 541
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Malaika Arora Khan sizzles at Vikram’s bridal show
2:12 Mumbai, May 10(ANI): The JW Marriott Mumbai is back with it popular Wedding Fair Shagun 10 your one stop shop for the wedding expertise.The three day long extravagant event,which commenced on 9th May in Mumbai,included a splendid fashion show by ace designer Vikram Phadnis.Bringing to the fore the essence of the Indian bride,Vikram's show had models wearing sarees and 'lehengas'.The palette featured an entire gamut of colours ranging from red,green,beige;pink and gold,embellished with heavy sequin work. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 1560
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TATR officials happy with more space for tigers in reserve
1:23 Maharashtra,May 09 (ANI): Wildlife experts at Tadoba-Andheri Tiger Reserve (TATR) in Maharashtra have welcomed the state government's decision to issue a notice for a buffer zone around the reserve's currently existing area.Hate also opined that the government should now pay attention to the staff related problems of the reserve.Keeping in mind the increasing population of the tigers in the reserve,the state government on Thursday (May 06) issued the notice along with the permission to run Tiger Conservation Foundations (TCFs),which supports the management and conservation of tigers,in the three tiger reserves of Melghat,Pench and Tadoba. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 645
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Shibu Soren to resign as Jharkhand chief soon
1:18 Ranchi, May 09(ANI): Chief minister of Jharkhand Shibu Soren in Ranchi on Saturday said that he would resign with a couple of days to make way for the formation of a new stable coalition government in the state. Reportedly, the Bharatiya Janata Party which is presently a part of the ruling coalition in Jharkhand will head the new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, putting an end to the stalemate over the formation of a new government. Added: 15876 days ago Views: 667
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