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Driver backs claim of Sanjiv Bhatt against Modi
2:5 Ahmedabad, April 23 (ANI): A day after senior Gujarat police officer Sanjiv Bhatt implicated Chief Minister Narendra Modi in the Post-Godhra riots, his driver Tarachand Yadav has confirmed that on February 27, 2002, Bhatt attended a meeting at the Chief Minister's residence. He told media that after attending the meeting of around 25 minutes at Modi's residence, Bhatt came and they returned to Police station. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 332
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Indian woman writes Periodic Table symbols in under two minutes
1:46 New Delhi, April 23 (ANI): An Indian woman attempted a record by writing the Periodic Table, which includes 118 elements, in less than two minutes on Friday in New Delhi. Aggarwal, a post-graduate in economics, managed to write the chemical symbols of the 118 elements in 91.65 seconds. She also urged students to learn the table and attempt the record. Aggarwal also named the 118 elements in the presence of mediapersons. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 390
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Lara Dutta bonds with 'Asmi' to promote Challo Dilli
1:23 Mumbai, April 22 (ANI): Bollywood stars Lara Dutta and Vinay Pathak unveiled the designer-oriented creations of Asmi's jewellery during the promotion of their upcoming film 'Chalo Dilli' in Mumbai on Wednesday. Lara Dutta, who is also the co-producer of 'Chalo Dilli' said her film and Asmi gel together and so she was prompted to promote the branded range of jewellery set as well as her movie. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 343
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Aamir looks forward to Darsheel's work in 'Zokkomon'
2:15 Mumbai, April 22 (ANI): While movie buffs, especially kids, would throng the cinema halls to catch Zokkomon that hits the theatres today, there's one more person who is eagerly looking forward to the movie, directed by Satyajit Bhatkal. And it's none other than Aamir Khan. The actor is upbeat about the film and wants to see the work of child actor Darsheel Safary, who gathered much applause for his performance in Aamir's Tare Zamen Par. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 357
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Kings XI Punjab address media after defeating Rajasthan Royals
4:23 Mohali, April 22 (ANI): Kings XI Punjab beat Rajasthan Royals by 48 runs in one of the league matches of Indian Premier League at the Punjab Cricket Association stadium in Mohali on Thursday. Shaun Marsh of Kings XI Punjab was a happy man not just because he scripted the win by smashing 71 runs but also because he batted successfully against leg-spinner Shane Warne of the Rajasthan Royals. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 301
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RR address media after clash against Kings XI Punjab
6:57 Mohali, April 22 (ANI): Kings XI Punjab beat Rajasthan Royals by 48 runs in one of the league matches of Indian Premier League at the Punjab Cricket Association stadium in Mohali on Thursday. Set a winning target of 196, Rajasthan Royals managed to make only 147 for seven wickets and a win eluded them for the fourth match on the trot. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 292
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PM targets 9-9.5percent growth over next five years
1:34 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday said the growth target for the country's Twelfth Five Year Plan is 9-9.5 percent. In his closing remarks at a meeting of Planning Commission said the panel would focus on governance reforms. Prime Minister further said that he noted suggestions from all central ministers to add new dimensions to the upcoming Five-year Plan. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 380
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12th plan to lower fiscal deficit and increase farm output
2:31 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): As mounting price rise threatens to slow the economy, Deputy Chairman of India\'s Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia on Thursday said that high inflation could be tamed through reducing fiscal deficit and boosting farm output. Speaking to reporters after the meeting of Planning Commission, Ahluwalia said a proper fiscal balance along with agriculture growth would curb inflation in the country. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 344
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Party is clear on its stand on Lokpal Bill: Manish Tiwari
2:37 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): Congress spokesperson Manish Tiwari on Thursday said that the party is clear on its stand on the Lokpal Bill and how to fight against corruption. While addressing the media in New Delhi Manish Tiwari said that the party is firm on its stand for the passage of the Lokpal Bill in the parliament. He also took a dig on the level of corruption in BJP-led Karnataka. On the other hand, BJP spokesperson Prakash Javadekar refused to comment on the controversy surrounding the Lokpal Bill drafting committee co-chair Shanti Bhushan, saying that the party is a mere spectator to the episode but hinted that the Congress could be behind it. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 349
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RSS urges China to stop atrocities on Tibetans
2:17 atrocities on monks of Ngaba Kirti monastery, RSS leader Indresh Kumar on Thursday urged the Chinese government to normalise situation in the troubled areas of Tibet. He also extended support to the fasting Buddhist nuns at Dharamsala. Kumar urged the Indian government and the international community to put pressure on China to immediately stop continuing oppression in Kirti monastery. Meanwhile, members of Tibetan Youth Congress (TYC) and other Tibetans in-exile appreciated Kumar's support. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 383
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Sathya Sai Baba's condition deteriorates
1:21 Puttaparthi, April 22 (ANI): Devotees of ailing spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba are hoping for his recovery despite reports of his deteriorating health conditions. Lakhs of devotees have congregated at Puttaparthi today, praying for a miracle. The prohibitory orders remain in force outside the Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences (SSIHMS) where Sai Baba is undergoing treatment. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 397
Pakistan tightens security after blast in Karachi
1:33 Karachi, April 22 (ANI): Security was tightened on Friday after a bomb killed at least 15 people and wounded many others at a club in Karachi on Thursday. Investigators visited the blast site in search of clues at the scene where the wreckage of furniture lay strewn close to blood stained walls inside a small room in the club where the blast had occurred. Police and paramilitary troops guarded the area and streets surrounding the blast site. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 281
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Three Maoists surrender in Ranchi
1:23 Ranchi, April 22 (ANI): Three Maoists surrendered in Ranchi on Thursday. After getting tortured by their group head and members, the three Maoists surrendered before the Senior Superintendent of Police. Under the central government's rehabilitation policy, the surrendered Maoists would be provided with monetary assistance to take up a vocation and join the mainstream. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 273
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Amisha Patel turns producer
0:57 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): Buzz has it that actress Amisha Patel is planning to try her hand in production now. The actress is also planning a big bash over the weekend for her friends where she may announce the launch of her production house. Reports say that the actress will open this production house with her close friend Kunal. He is a married businessman and his wife Kunal is also a close friend of Amisha. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 382
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Rising gold prices worry traders, replacing consumers by investors
2:31 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): Gold on Thursday hit another record high nearing Rs 22,000 per 10 grams in India, triggering purchases from investors looking to hedge against rising inflation while scaring the traditional consumers away from the markets. General Secretary of Gold Society of Delhi, Rakesh Saraf, said the jewellers were worried about the recent shift in the trend where investors had stepped in and replaced the consumers. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 370
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Mallika Sherawat can't own a Rolls Royce
0:2 New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): Mallika Sherawat is not classy, we are not saying this but renowned car manufactures Rolls Royce feels so. Buzz has it that the Hiss girl wanted to buy a Rolls Royce. However, her request was turned down by the car manufactures saying that the car isn't sold to just anybody. The person's entire social standing for the past few years is put under the scanner and then decided. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 469
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Lokpal Panel Members continue to struggle
3:30 New Delhi/ Bangalore, April 22 (ANI): BJP today slammed Congress for targeting members of civil society of the Lokpal Bill drafting committee. While addressing a press conference in New Delhi today, BJP spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain said Congress has no authority to doubt credibility of others and also demanded a strong Lokpal bill to check corruption. Meanwhile, amidst reports that Congress has advised partymen not to express their 'personal' views on the committee members, Digvijay Singh today said in New Delhi that he has nothing against Hegde. On the other hand, Hedge, who had yesterday threatened to quit from the committee said today that he will hold talks in New Delhi with the other panelists tomorrow and then only any decision would be taken. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 453
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Eveready signs Akshay Kumar as its brand ambassador
1:1 New Delhi, April 21 (ANI): Buzz has it that Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has been roped in as the brand ambassador for Eveready batteries. Earlier the brand was endorsed by Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who had been signed on as its brand ambassador in 2004 for a two-year period. Though, the official announcement of Akki's appointment as the new face of Eveready batteries is still awaited. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 384
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Sreesanth, Riya Sen seeing each other
1:31 New Delhi, April 21 (ANI): After Zaheer Khan, who is rumored to enter marital bliss with actress Isha Sharvani sometime soon and Virat Kohli who is said to be dating Sarah Jane Dias, now its Sreesanth, who is rumored to be dating actress Riya Sen. Riya, who first met Sreesanth while shooting a commercial for a jewellery brand some time ago, has unofficially become the face of the IPL team, which the Indian fast bowler represents. Buzz has it that Sreesanth's parents don't want him to remain single any longer and thus are pressurizing him to tie the knot, the sooner the better. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 413
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IPL season 4: A win is a win, says Pollard
1:55 Mumbai, April 21 (ANI): Mumbai Indians defeated Pune Warriors by seven wickets in a low scoring Indian Premier League match in Mumbai on Wednesday. Mumbai Indians' all-rounder Kieron Pollard described the victory as 'win is a win' as the team just-managed to guarantee its triumph after Rohit Sharma belted a last ball six to lift the team. Meanwhile, Pune Warriors captain Yuvraj Singh said Mumbai Indians deserved to win but could have finished the match much earlier. Singh further said that his team didn't play to its full potential and lost early wickets despite wicket being good for batting first. Added: 15850 days ago Views: 395
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