Morality can`t be a ground to deprive fundamental rights: Delhi HC!

The Delhi High Court has ruled a person cannot be deprived of his fundamental rights because of public disapproval of his acts on moral grounds and constitutional morality must dominate over public morality.
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

Delhi Metro to procure 300 AC feeder buses for CWG!

Delhi Metro has decided to procure 300 air-conditioned feeder buses in its effort to provide hassle-free and comfortable ride to spectators on their way to Commonwealth Games venues.
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

Rains continue in Mumbai; 4 injured in building collapse !

Four people sleeping on a pavement were injured when an old building collapsed on them during incessant rains, which have been lashing Mumbai since Saturday morning.
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

Force One to be operational by Aug 15: Maha govt!

Force One, set up by Maharashtra government on the lines of the National Security Guards in the aftermath of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, will be operational by August 15.
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

Only a Dalit will be my successor: Mayawati !

BSP national general secretary Satish Misra may continue to remain her confidant, but UP CM Mayawati has no intentions of letting him don the mantle of her successor as she Saturday said only a Dalit will succeed her
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

Howrah bus accident toll rises to 12!

The death toll in bus accident at the Howrah station here rose to 12 with a child succumbing to his injuries early on Sunday, official sources said.
Source: Zee News : States | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:29 pm

New recruitment policy for paramilitary forces approved!

Faced with recent scams in the recruitment of constables in paramilitary forces, the government has approved a new hiring scheme which aims at making the process more objective and allows maximum use of technology.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Kandhamal riot accused freed, to take oath as MLA!

BJP leader and a prime accused in last year`s communal riot in Kandhamal, Manoj Pradhan, was released from jail here on Sunday, a day after being granted interim bail to be able to take oath as an MLA.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Young India falling prey to party drugs: UN official!

Youth in India face huge risks from party drugs like Ecstasy and Adam because of their large populations and increasing disposable income, a senior UN official has warned.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Advani wants ballot papers back, says EVMs can be rigged!

Senior BJP leader LK Advani has expressed apprehensions about the use of Electronic Voting Machines in elections, saying they are prone to rigging.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Historical monuments to get security cover nationwide!

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is preparing a comprehensive plan to provide security cover to historical monuments across the country to protect them from attacks and damage by visitors.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Tenth year of recapture of Tiger Hill!

The recapture of Tiger Hill was a turning point during the Kargil conflict.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

NCW comes up with new scheme for rape victims!

The National Commission for Women has come up with a new rehabilitation scheme for rape victims which provides for interim compensation and psychological help.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

New immigration law in the offing!

A draft of a new immigration law has been prepared by the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, which will now initiate consultations with Law and Home Ministries to finalise the document before tabling it in Parliament.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Army gets DRDO`s nuclear attack detection vehicle!

The Army has for the first time inducted a DRDO-built, low-cost vehicle to detect attacks on the country using nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) weapons.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

BSF investigates blasts near Attari border!

The Border Security Force (BSF) is investigating two blasts that occurred in a village along the fenced border between India and Pakistan on Saturday night.
Source: Zee News : India National | 5 Jul 2009 | 1:28 pm

Underworld men plotting to kill me: Varun Gandhi

MP Varun Gandhi said that underworld criminals arrested in Delhi yesterday were plotting to kill him and urged the home minister to take urgent action.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:35 am

Assam flood situation grim, Brahmaputra crosses mark - Zee News


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Assam flood situation grim, Brahmaputra crosses mark
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Guwahati, July 05: One person was swept away in Majuli islands as the flood situation in Assam turned critical with river Brahmputra and its tributaries crossing the danger mark, affecting over five lakh people in 10 districts. Normal life was crippled ...
Floods lash at KazirangaTimes of India
Assam flood situation turns critical, 1 drowned, 4 lakh hitHindu
Floods claim first victim in AssamCalcutta Telegraph
Straits Times -Monsters and Critics.com -Sify
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Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:30 am

DHL plans to have 1,000 outlets in next two yrs

Logistic firm DHL is planning to have around 1,000 outlets in the country in next two years time, as part of its retail expansion move.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:29 am

Three more die, mini-bus accident toll rises to 14 - Hindu


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Three more die, mini-bus accident toll rises to 14
Hindu
Howrah (WB) (PTI): With three more persons including an infant succumbing to injuries today, the toll in yesterday's bus accident in Howrah station mounted to 14. While the child died early in the morning at Howrah Orthopaedic Hospital, ...
Bus veers off Howrah rail bridge, 12 killedTimes of India
Howrah bus accident toll rises to 12Hindustan Times
10 die as bus skids off bridge, crashes onto rail tracks belowIndian Express
Calcutta Telegraph -The Statesman -IBNLive.com
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Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:28 am

Budget unlikely to raise cess on petrol, diesel

The Budget is not likely to raise the much-talked-about cess on diesel and petrol, used for building roads and highway infrastructure, from the present Rs 2 a litre.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:21 am

Ensure EVMS are tamper-proof before using them: BJP to EC - Hindustan Times


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Ensure EVMS are tamper-proof before using them: BJP to EC
Hindustan Times
PTI With questions being raised by a section over the proper functioning of Electronic Voting Machines, BJP on Sunday asked the Election Commission to ensure that the machines are tamper-proof before putting them to use in the coming assembly elections ...
Scrap EVMs, let's go back to ballot, says AdvaniIBNLive.com
Advani's comments on EVMs stretch of imagination: CongressTimes of India
Advani wants ballot papers back, says EVMs can be riggedZee News
Times Now.tv -Indian Express -SamayLive
all 20 news articles »

Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:19 am

Industry expects govt to impose import duty on edible oils

With inflation ruling in the negative zone, the industry expects the Centre to slap import duty on the edible oils in the Budget and says the government may garner revenue worth Rs 5,000 crore a year with this move.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:17 am

President Patil's secret mantra for the Cabinet

Images ] and asked to clear every proposal only after ensuring that it meets the requisites of equity or inclusiveness, innovation and public accountability. The Cabinet Secretariat has shot out a 's...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:14 am

India's tobacco export rises 38 per cent in May

Exporters community hit hard by the economic meltdown in key markets like the US and the Europe can expect some incentives in the budget. The country's merchandise exports grew just 3.4 per cent to $1...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

Country's top-10 cos add Rs 32,000cr in a week;ONGC gains most

Exporters community hit hard by the economic meltdown in key markets like the US and the Europe can expect some incentives in the budget. The country's merchandise exports grew just 3.4 per cent to $1...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

Budget ’09 may have tax saving incentive

Taxpayers may get more sops in the Union Budget for investment in housing and infrastructure schemes and Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee may on Monday make popular proposals to hearten the investors...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

Army celebrates 10 yrs of Tiger Hill victory

The recapture of Tiger Hill was a turning point during the Kargil conflict and the Indian Army did not look back after that victory. And on Sunday the Army is looking back with pride ten years after ...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

Aviva keen on raising FDI in Indian venture to 49 per cent

Exporters community hit hard by the economic meltdown in key markets like the US and the Europe can expect some incentives in the budget. The country's merchandise exports grew just 3.4 per cent to $1...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

New defences to protect Army at LoC

In a bid to provide all-round protection to the troops in the Kargil-Drass sector, the Indian Army is building strong defences to protect them from being hit by enemy artillery shells and heavy weapon...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

3 lakh people displaced

Though many parts of the country eagerly await monsoon, the rain has caused havoc in the northeastern state of Assam. According to a local administrator, rescue teams rushed to an island in the Brahm...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:13 am

Maneka writes to PM, says she is concerned over Varun's safety - Hindustan Times


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Maneka writes to PM, says she is concerned over Varun's safety
Hindustan Times
PTI With the arrest of six sharpshooters of Chota Shakeel gang allegedly planning to kill the lawyer of Varun Gandhi, BJP MP Maneka Gandhi on Sunday shot off a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, saying she was concerned about her son's safety. ...
Varun fears threat to life; Maneka slams GovtIBNLive.com
Varun Gandhi claims he faces death threat from underworldZee News
Maneka accuses govt of anti-Varun campaignTimes Now.tv
SamayLive -Times of India -Expressindia.com
all 39 news articles »

Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:10 am

Maneka writes to PM, says she is concerned over Varun's safety

"It is with the deepest concern for my son's life and safety that I write to you today," she said in her letter to the prime minister.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:07 am

Home ministry eagerly awaits Budget-2009

Senior home ministry officials said there is an urgent need to tackle the problem of militancy, insurgency and naxal violence for which special attention needs to be paid to para-military forces.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:05 am

George Fernandes penning memoirs, says "fed up with politics"

Ailing veteran JD(U) leader George Fernandes says he is "fed up of politics" and is now spending time penning his memoirs.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:05 am

Govt may extend tax holiday for software firms

The government may extend the tax holiday for software exporters beyond March 2010, in the Budget tomorrow.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:02 am

Vir Chakra awardee of Kagil comes alive in a Kupwara girl

He may be no more but for 16-year-old Rukhsana from a remote village in Kashmir, Kargil martyr Captain Vijayant Thapar is still alive.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 10:02 am

Patil first woman non-royal head of state invited by British Queen

LONDON: Later this year, Indian President Pratibha Patil will become the first woman non-royal head of state to be hosted by Queen Elizabeth II in her 57-year reign as British monarch. When 'comm...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:59 am

Amarnath yatra resumes from Jammu

JAMMU: The Amarnath Yatra on Sunday resumed from here a day after it was suspended due to snowfall at some places along the traditional Pahalgam route, with a fresh batch of 3588 pilgrims leaving f...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:59 am

Naxalites burn buses in Bihar

Banned CPI (Maoist) ultras, who had hijacked two buses with eight persons yesterday and subsequently released the abducted persons, burnt the buses in Gaya.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:56 am

Why people use mobile device during meetings

It's not communication overload but peer behaviour that determines whether people use their laptops or smart phones during a meeting.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:55 am

RIL makes govt party to gas supply dispute with RNRL

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL) has made the government a party in its petition before the apex court challenging the Bombay High Court verdict on the gas supply dispute with Anil Ambani group company Reliance Natural Resources (RNRL).
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:53 am

Amarnath yatra resumes from Jammu

The Amarnath Yatra today resumed from here a day after it was suspended due to snowfall at some places along the traditional Pahalgam route.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:51 am

Vegetarian diets can keep heart disease, cancer, obesity, diabetes at bay

A vegetarian diet can help prevent and treat chronic diseases including heart disease, cancer, obesity and diabetes.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:50 am

Former Pak president Musharraf trying to split PML-Q?

Former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf has allegedly initiated efforts to split the PML-Q to create his own faction.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:48 am

Budget likely to have incentives for exporters

Exporters community hit hard by the economic meltdown in key markets like the US and the Europe can expect some incentives in the Budget.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:47 am

Govt should roll back stimulus measures: Plan panel

Ahead of the General Budget, the Planning Commission has suggested the government should roll back steps to stimulate the economy as emergency measures cannot be allowed to continue endlessly.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:41 am

Pakistan to open Twenty20 Cup defence against Bangladesh

CHENNAI (Reuters) - Pakistan will begin their Twenty20 World Cup title defence against Bangladesh in St Lucia on May 1 next year, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a statement on Sunday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:40 am

Amarnath yatra resumes from Jammu

The Amarnath Yatra on Sunday resumed from here a day after it was suspended due to snowfall at some places along the traditional Pahalgam route, with a fresh batch of 3588 pilgrims leaving for the 3,880 metre high cave shrine.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:39 am

Initial work at Bhatinda refinery likely by 2011: LN Mittal

Steel czar Lakshmi N Mittal today said initial installations at the Bhatinda oil refinery is likely to come up in the first half of 2011 and the project is not facing any major hurdles.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:34 am

Warring Ambanis may come together for prayer meet

Their fight, despite a family settlement of June 2005, may have reached the Supreme Court but Ambani brothers Mukesh and Anil are expected to come together once again -- this time for a prayer meeting on their father Dhirubhai's death anniversay.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:26 am

Forces could stay in Lalgarh till month end - Hindu


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Forces could stay in Lalgarh till month end
Hindu
Lalgarh (PTI): The central para-military forces, conducting operation to flush out Maoists from Lalgarh along with police, will stay till this month end if the Centre wants, West Bengal government said on Sunday. "We want the central force to be here ...
4 more Maoists held in PuruliaTimes of India
Lalgarh forest clean-up beginsCalcutta Telegraph
Forces reclaim ModhupurThe Statesman
Indian Express -Associated Press of Pakistan -Times of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:23 am

Budget may announce recapitalisation of PSU banks

Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee may tomorrow announce recapitalisation of public sector banks to help them meet the credit demand of productive sectors, especially those hit hard by the global financial meltdown.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:18 am

Autopsy shows Ranbir shot from close range, bore torture marks - Hindustan Times


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Autopsy shows Ranbir shot from close range, bore torture marks
Hindustan Times
PTI The body of Ranbir Singh, gunned down by Uttarakhand police in an alleged fake encounter, bore 12 marks of bullets fired from close range and 27 other injuries showing that he may have been tortured, according to an autopsy report. ...
Dehra Dun encounter: Slain youth's father demands CBI probeHindu
NCR youth shot by Dehradun copsExpressindia.com
MBA mom's finger at copsCalcutta Telegraph
Daily News & Analysis -Times Now.tv -IBNLive.com
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Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:04 am

MBA student killed in 'encounter' bore torture marks

An autopsy reveals that the youth's body bore deep wounds and 12 bullets marks fired from close range. He was killed by Uttarakhand cops in an alleged police encounter.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:02 am

Vishwanath temple under tight security cover for Shrawan fest

Security has been tightened in and around the famous Kashi Vishwanath temple here in view of the 'shrawan' month festival beginning July 8.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 5 Jul 2009 | 9:01 am

Top-10 cos add Rs 32000cr in a week

The country's top-10 firms added Rs 32,000 crore to their market capitalisation last week, with public sector oil firm Oil and Natural Gas Corp contributing the major chunk.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:56 am

Ambani brothers may meet at father's prayer ceremony

Their fight may have reached the SC but Mukesh and Anil Ambani may meet once again for a prayer ceremony on their father Dhirubhai's death anniversary.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:53 am

'Saudi nod to Israeli raid on Iran'

Although the two countries have no formal diplomatic relations, Saudi Arabia is said to have agreed to Israeli figher jets flying over the Kingdom during any future raid on Iran's nuclear sites, a media report said.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:44 am

Penumbral lunar eclipse on Tuesday

A penumbral lunar eclipse will occur on Tuesday, the second of four such phenomena this year, but sky watchers in India will be a disappointed lot as it will not be visible in the country.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:36 am

Harry Potter star down with swine flu

Actor Rupert Grint, who plays Harry Potter's friend Ron Weasley in the hit franchise, has been struck down with swine flu.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:20 am

Navy, Army to supervise Ganeshotsav

Amid intelligence reports of threats on the western coast, BMC authorities have for the first time roped in the Navy and the Army to supervise security arrangements for the forthcoming Ganeshotsav.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:14 am

India says watered down climate text likely in Italy

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - A meeting of a 17-country group of the world's worst polluters in Italy this week will likely agree on a token joint declaration because President Obama will be chairing, Indian officials said on Sunday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:07 am

Malaysia officials seize Viagra coffee

Malaysia's health authorities have seized over $20,000 worth of coffee mixed with sildenafil, the main ingredient in erectile dysfunction drug Viagra, a report said on Sunday.
Source: The Times of India | 5 Jul 2009 | 8:06 am

Singapore to hold anti-terror drill; simulate Mumbai attack

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore will hold its biggest anti-terror drill on Monday, simulating the deadly Mumbai attacks that killed 166 people last year, ahead of hosting an Asia-Pacific summit in November.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 5 Jul 2009 | 5:49 am

Serena downs Venus to win third crown

LONDON (Reuters) - Serena Williams celebrated American Independence Day by beating sister Venus 7-6 6-2 with a crushing display of power tennis to win her third Wimbledon title on Saturday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 5 Jul 2009 | 3:41 am

BSP lashes out at PC - Express Buzz


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BSP lashes out at PC
Express Buzz
CHENNAI: Citing Rajiv Gandhi's memorial at Sriperumpudur, BSP lashed out at Union Home Minister P Chidambaram, on Saturday, for criticising party chief Mayawati's massive statues building project in Uttar Pradesh. UP Chief Minister Mayawati has been on ...
Minimal role for Mayawati's second-in-commandHindu
Maya clears haze: A loyal Dalit will run UP if BSP captures DelhiIndian Express
Maya expels partyman for questioning her move on statuesHindustan Times
Times of India -Business Standard -Indian Express
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Source: Nation - Google News | 5 Jul 2009 | 3:31 am

FEATURE - Returning Asians to fill talent gap, boost innovation

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - "Go East" is a message being heeded by many Asian professionals in the United States and Europe who see brighter job prospects in a region that is expected to outperform the rest of the world for economic growth.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 5 Jul 2009 | 3:14 am

CPM politburo may take decision on Kerala today - Times of India


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CPM politburo may take decision on Kerala today
Times of India
NEW DELHI: Caught between the desire to enforce discipline in the Kerala unit and aware of immediate consequences in case action is taken against only one leader, the CPM politburo is likely to take the same disciplinary action against state secretary ...
Kerala comrades dig in heelsCalcutta Telegraph
Meet to resolve Kerala factional warTimes Now.tv
Achuthanandan, Vijayan slug it out at Politburo meetingBusiness Standard
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Source: Nation - Google News | 4 Jul 2009 | 10:16 pm

Proposal to run double-decker trains impractical: Lalu - Times of India


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Proposal to run double-decker trains impractical: Lalu
Times of India
PATNA: Former railway minister Lalu Prasad disapproved many of the new proposals in Mamata Banerjee's railway budget presented in Parliament on Friday. "Trains are not trams run in Kolkata. There are over bridges and electrified routes which will have ...
The trouble with Mamata's Express BudgetThe Statesman
CPIM criticises Mamata's rail budgetEconomic Times
Rail minister stays on privatisation trackIndian Express
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Source: Nation - Google News | 4 Jul 2009 | 9:52 pm

Govt sees 'reason' in HC's gay judgment - Times of India


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Govt sees 'reason' in HC's gay judgment
Times of India
NEW DELHI: The view that the Delhi High Court judgment de-criminalising sex among consenting adults of the same sex is "reasonable and well-balanced" has gained ground in the Manmohan Singh government, which is unlikely to oppose the order in the ...
Keep the law outside the bedroomHindustan Times
'No difference of opinion in govt on Delhi HC ruling'The Statesman
The right to chooseIndian Express
Hindu -Times of India -Times of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:15 pm

U.N.'s Ban rebukes Myanmar generals over Suu Kyi

YANGON (Reuters) - U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon rebuked Myanmar's generals on Saturday for denying him a visit to see detained opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and said she should be allowed to take part in politics before 2010 elections.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 4 Jul 2009 | 5:11 pm

Azharuddin Ismail moves into new Mumbai home

MUMBAI (Reuters) - Azharuddin Ismail, of the Oscar-winning movie "Slumdog Millionaire", moved into his new home in an upmarket Mumbai suburb on Saturday, a far cry from his family's former dwelling -- a shanty by the railway tracks.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:16 pm