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While BJP demands A Raja’s resignation, Cong defends him
2:6 New Delhi, October 27 (ANI): India's main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in New Delhi on Monday demanded that A Raja, the central Minister of Telecommunication should step down during the investigation in the spectrum fraud. BJP’s spokesperson Arun Jaitley said that the Prime Minister should not have intervened in the matter, when the investigation is in progress. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 931
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Pak's Claim of Funding Taliban Totally Baseless: Antony
1:28 New Delhi, October 27 (ANI): After India's junior Foreign minister Shashi Tharoor refuted Pakistan's charges on India for supporting Taliban,Defence Minster A K Antony also disapproved the accusation while speaking to media after the National seminar on Defence Acquisition in New Delhi on Tuesday. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 803
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Racy line by Namrata Joshipura marks third day of WLIFW
1:13 New Delhi,October 27 (ANI): Designer Namrata Joshipura showcased her Spring Summer 10 collection on the third day of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week in India's national capital New Delhi on Monday.Inspired by the classic sci-fi movie Blade Runner,the collection touched upon some of the compelling elements of the film. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 3219
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PCAPA strikes demanding withdrawal of joint forces from Lalgarh
1:19 West Bengal, October 27 (ANI):An indefinite shutdown called by a pro-Maoist organisation disturbed normal life in Jhargram region of Midnapore district in West Bengal on Tuesday. The shutdown is being observed on the call of the People's Committee Against Police Atrocities (PCAPA),a pro-Maoist organisation that represents local tribesmen, against the anti-Maoist operations by para-military forces in the forest areas. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 810
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Downward trend of BSE disappoints market analysts
1:29 Mumbai, October 27 (ANI): Investors and market analysts expressed their disappointment as the Bombay Stock Exchange plunged by over 200 points in Mumbai on Thursday. Meanwhile, equities witnessed selling pressure as traders offloaded positions after the Reserve Bank of India's credit policy review was out on Tuesday wherein RBI tightened Non-Performing Asset norms for banks and increased real estate provision to 1 persent from 0.4persent. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 826
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No deviation in procedure in licence distribution: A Raja
2:15 New Delhi, October 27 (ANI): India's telecom minister A Raja, mired in spectrum scam allegations,on Tuesday said that there was no deviation in procedure in the distribution of licences to telecom operators.Raja however maintained that the procedure of first come first served was adopted as recommended by Telecommunications Authority of India. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 856
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Hooda sworn in as Haryana CM second time
1:18 Chandigarh, October 26 (ANI): Bhupinder Singh Hooda was sworn in as the chief minister of Haryana state for the second consecutive time on Sunday after his central and state Congress party bagged highest number of seats in the elections for a new assembly. The ceremony, conducted by governor Jagannath Pahadia at the Haryana Raj Bhawan in Chandigarh. After taking oath, Hooda told reporters that Governor has given him a week's time to prove majority. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 831
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Darjeeling toy train gets vestibule coaches
1:16 Siliguri, October 26 (ANI): India's world famous heritage train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) better known as Darjeeling toy train has now got vestibule coaches. After conducting the first successful trial run, Subrata Nath, Director of DHR disclosed this to the media persons on Sunday. The addition of vestibule coaches would enable the passengers, who earlier had to jump off the train to enter another compartment, to walk in the train from one end to the other. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 1521
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WB to fortify police stations to combat Maoists: Ardhendu
1:45 Kolkata, October 26 (ANI): Ardhendu Sen, Home Secretary of West Bengal state said on Sunday that the state government will fortify police stations to combat Maoist insurgent in the region. Sen was addressing reporters on the sidelines of a top level meeting chaired by state chief, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee to take cognizance of the Maoist menace in the state. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 875
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India, China reaffirm to maintain peace along border: Singh
2:12 Thailand, October 26 (ANI): Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, while addressing a press meet at Hua Hin in Thailand on Sunday said that India and China have reaffirmed the need to maintain peace and tranquillity on the border. Besides, giving a clear message to China, Singh also told his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao that Dalai Lama is India's honoured guest and that he can freely move across the country. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 725
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‘Diplomacy, a solution to indo-china border disputes’
1:17 Leh, October 26 (ANI): P. K. Dasmana, Deputy Inspector General of India's paramilitary Indo-Tibetan Border Police, while addressing reporters on Sunday in Leh, opined, that India-China should solve their border issues through diplomacy. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 884
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India was unable to capitalise on Powerplay: Dhoni
2:0 Vadodara, October 26 (ANI): Australia opened its one-day cricket series in India with a four-run victory against the hosts on Sunday in Vadodara. India, which required nine runs from the final over bowled by Peter Siddle, was only able to score four as it slipped to a narrow defeat in the first of the seven matches. Addressing reporters during a post-match news conference, Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, said that India was unable to capitalise on Powerplay. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 879
Big B launches Mobile Diabetes Assessment Unit
2:3 Goa, October 26 (ANI): If you think that its only movies and reality shows that’s keeping actor Amitabh Bachchan Busy theses days, then think again. The superstar was recently spotted attending a diabetes awareness programme in Goa. He also launched a mobile testing unit for the disease, at the event. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 1035
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Khalistan, a movement, unaccepted by Indians
3:16 Punjab/ London/ Austria, October 26 (ANI): In the nineteen eighties bloody violence by Khalistani Sikh separatists traumatized the northern Indian state of Punjab. But since the separatist movement lacked the support of the people, it fizzled out. But, pro-Khalistanis separatists, who migrated abroad, have been making efforts to revive the movement, illegally collecting funds for a so cause that has no support in India. This meddling has been widely condemned. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 1201
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Gill visits Nehru Stadium to take stock of CWG preps
1:30 New Delhi, October 26 (ANI): Indian Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports M S Gill visited Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday to take stock of preparation for the 2010 Commonwealth Games. Gill was accompanied by officials of the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Sports Authority of India, New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) and representatives of Organising Committee, who made presentations to the minister, and briefed him about the progress. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 833
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Nagpur Stadium spruced up for 2nd India-Aus ODI
1:42 Nagpur, October 26 (ANI): Stadium in Nagpur has been decked up to host second match of the seven-one-day international cricket series between India and Australia. The Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) in the city will be hosting its first day and night match, the second of the seven-one-day match series on October 28. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 858
Kashmir govt. plans to introduce crop insurance scheme
2:9 Srinagar, October 26 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir government has planned to introduce crop insurance scheme so that the state’s farmers and growers can get adequate compensation for the crop losses incurred due to natural calamities. The farmers of Kashmir valley have been facing lot of problems for almost a decade as their paddy, almonds, apple and walnut crops get destroyed often due to uncertain climatic conditions. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 916
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Muslims help Hindus to renovate temple
2:25 Kashmir, October 26 (ANI): Kashmir in northern India is unparalleled in its natural beauty and vibrant culture. Having been exposed to many different religions Kashmiri culture saw a diffusion of various religious elements, which led to the formation of a unique tolerant way of life. The pluralistc society of kashmir still lives by the age old ideals. And one can see this at the old bod mandir or big temple in the Rainawari region of Srinagar. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 871
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Muslims participate in the Hindu festival of Chhath
2:38 Bihar, October 26 (ANI): Pre Alam who is giving finishing touches to his clay stoves, is a Muslim by faith and a potter by profession. He and his family have been engaged for the past 25 years in making these clay ovens during this time of the year.It is time for one of the most popular Hindu festivals celebrated in Bihar, Chhath. Alam believes that by making and selling these stoves that have a huge demand among the Hindus, he not only earns money but also contributes to the festival. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 864
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Glitz and glamour marks second day of WLIFW
2:39 New Delhi, October 26 (ANI): The second day of the ongoing Wills Lifestyle India fashion Week saw a perfect blend of style, creativity and Bollywood star power. Ace designer, Rina Dhaka showcased her 'Spring Summer 2010' collection. The line that was primarily based on the shades of ivory and brown consisted of attires made up of fabrics like cotton, muslin, voile, handlooms, linen, jersey, plisse and lace. Added: 15848 days ago Views: 1105
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