Madurai-Dindigul broad gauge line opens for public!

The second broad gauge line between Madurai and Dindigul has been thrown open for traffic, Additional Railway General Manager V.Carmalus said Thursday.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

NC workers protest sex slur on Omar, demand CM to continue!

Ruling National Conference workers on Thursday staged rallies and burnt effigies of senior PDP leaders at several places in Jammu and Kashmir to protest against Chief Minister Omar Abdullah`s resignation .
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Gujjar Mahapadav enters fifth day!

The Gujjar Mahapadav (sit-in), which started on Sunday for reservation demand at Penchla modh in Rajasthan`s Karuali district entered fifth day today.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Muslims oppose MP Govt`s directive to recite `Bhojan Mantra`!

Religious heads of Muslim community have opposed the Madhya Pradesh Government`s directive to government teachers to compulsorily recite "Bhojan Mantra" before meals during a special training programme.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Body of a jawan recovered from Indus river !

Srinagar: A decomposed body of an army jawan was recovered from Indus river, police said here Thursday.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Seven more Jharkhand districts drought hit!

Seven more districts in Jharkhand were on Thursday declared `drought-hit`, taking the total number of such districts to 11 out of the total 24 in the state.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Students boycott colleges in Jammu and Udhampur!

Students Thursday boycotted their classes in some colleges of Jammu and Udhampur districts and held protest demonstrations demanding setting up of Central University in Jammu division.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

UP Assembly session begins tomorrow amid tight security!

With the UP Assembly session starting tomorrow likely to be stormy, elaborate security arrangements have been made by the state government to prevent any unruly scene in the House.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Bandh affects normal life in Assam!

The Assam bandh called by human rights org `MASS` in protest against the verdict of a local court here "acquitting" Mridul Phukan, prime accused in the murder of noted journalist Parag Das affected normal life in the state.
Source: Zee News : States | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:48 am

Govt, party one: Rahul on Indo-Pak joint statement!

AICC general secretary Rahul Gandhi on Thursday came out in support of the government on the Indo-Pak joint statement stating that the "government and party are absolutely one".
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Delhi Police arrest 4 in Ribu Chawla murder case!

Delhi Police on Thursday arrested four youths in connection with the sensational case of kidnapping and murder of Class XI student Ribu Chawla.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

No land acquired from farmers for proposed land bank: Mamata!

Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said no land was acquired from farmers for the proposed land bank to be formed by her ministry for commercial utilisation.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

US needs to build climate partnership with India: Kerry!

A top US Senator has said the Obama Administration needs to build a "flexible" climate partnership with New Delhi to address the issue of global warming.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Indian student market in Aus showing signs of collapse !

The Indian student market is showing early signs of collapse, with the recruitment body IDP Education Australia reporting an 80 percent fall in appointments by students at its 14 Indian offices.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Many countries keen to sell N-reactors to India: Chavan!

Many countries are keen to sell nuclear reactors to India but any deal in this regard would be struck only on terms set down by the government, Minister of State in PMO Prithviraj Chavan told the Rajya Sabha.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

No cooperation from Pak on Dawood: Krishna!

Foreign Min. S M Krishna has said that Pakistan is not cooperating in handing over Dawood.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Bill for extension of SC/ST quota in LS, assemblies moved!

Government on Thursday introduced a Constitutional amendment bill in the Rajya Sabha to extend by another 10 years reservation of seats for SCs, STs in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Navy chief defends price paid for Gorshkov!

Under attack from CAG, Navy Chief Sureesh Mehta has defended the price paid for Gorshkov carrier.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

Sonia backs PM on Indo-Pak joint statement!

Sonia Gandhi on Thursday strongly supported PM Manmohan Singh on the issue of Indo-Pak joint statement.
Source: Zee News : India National | 30 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

You can be LN Mittal's tenant... for £10,000 a week

Like his other neighbours on The Bishops Avenue in Hampstead, the India-born billionaire has reportedly struggled to sell his property in a climate of recession.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 6:03 am

Monsoon 18 pct below normal in July 29 week

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's monsoon rains were 18 percent below normal in the week to July 29, having been above normal for the previous two weeks.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 6:02 am

Renault drives into red with 2.7 bn euro loss in H1

French carmaker Renault today posted a net loss of 2.7 billion euro for the six months ended June 30 as all its major markets shrank due to the global economic meltdown.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 6:00 am

Inflation slips further in negative zone to -1.54%

Headline inflation rate, as measured by the wholesale price index (WPI) after showing marginal increase for two consecutive weeks fell further into the negative territory to -1.54 per cent for the week ended July 18. The decline is primarily due to the decrease in prices of fuel and manufactured products.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 6:00 am

Raj cabinet agrees to Gujjar`s demands - Zee News


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Raj cabinet agrees to Gujjar`s demands
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Jaipur: The Rajasthan cabinet on Thursday gave its approval for implementation of five per cent quota benefit to Gujjars and three other communities along with a 14 per cent quota to Economically Backward Castes, a government spokesman said here. ...
Guv nod likely, Gujjar quota may soon be a realityTimes of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:59 am

Blind businessman stars as Bollywood film hero

MUMBAI (Reuters Life!) - Naseer Khan, a blind businessman is playing the role of a gunman who fights tigers and jumps off burning cars in "Shadow", a new Bollywood film to be released in August.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:58 am

Sayeed in power ignored sex scandal, says Omar - Press Trust of India


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Sayeed in power ignored sex scandal, says Omar
Press Trust of India
Srinagar, Jul 30 (PTI) Hitting back at the PDP, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today accused its leader Mufti Mohammad Sayeed of "shutting his eyes" to the sex scandal when it first surfaced in 2006 as his own people were involved. ...
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:58 am

Recession helps reshape India carbon deals

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The recession and falling prices of U.N.-backed carbon credits are changing the way carbon deals are structured in India, project developers and consultants say, with more players seeking partners to spread financial risks.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:57 am

IAF to develop third airstrip near China border in Ladakh

The IAF plans to set up a full-fledged airstrip at Niyoma near the district capital Leh to strengthen air maintenance for far-flung posts and give a boost to tourism in the area.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:51 am

Projects worth Rs 2,00,000 crore to be awarded in 2 yrs: Nath

Road Transport and Highways Minister Kamal Nath today said road projects worth Rs 2,00,000 crore would be awarded in the next 2 years.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:50 am

Anil seeks probe into RIL's 'huge scandal' in gas investments

Anil alleged that the Petroleum ministry, particularly after the changes in 2006 (when Murli Deora took over as minister), was colluding with RIL.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:49 am

Infosys first to get CISF men; induction tomorrow

Software giant Infosys will become the first private sector firm to get the security cover from Central Industrial Security Force, with over 100 personnel to be formally inducted tomorrow at its facility in Bangalore.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:46 am

Anil seeks probe into RIL's 'huge gas scandal'

Questioning clearance by junior Oil Ministry officials to the near four-fold hike in costs to Rs 45,000 crore for gas fields by Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL), Anil Ambani today demanded a probe into the "huge scandal".
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:45 am

Centre expresses concern over political killings in WB - Press Trust of India


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Centre expresses concern over political killings in WB
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New Delhi, Jul 30 (PTI) Expressing concern over a spate of political killings in Left-ruled West Bengal, the Centre today sought an end to it even as Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee demanded termination of joint operations against Maoists in ...
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:40 am

She wanted to go home, says doctor

The former rajmata of Jaipur, Gayatri Devi, had requested the doctor attending on her on Tuesday evening to let her go home.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:40 am

Surya launches T-5 tube lights in India

Surya Roshini Limited (SRL) today launched T5 lamps claiming that it saved 85 per cent of energy and more than Rs 600 in a year in terms of amount saved against power bills.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:39 am

Law function of the House of Lords passes into history

The House of Lords will cease to be Britain's highest court of appeal as the law lords move across the street to a new Supreme Court, ending more than six centuries of tradition.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:39 am

Govt mulls up to 74% disinvestment in HMT Bearings Ltd

The government is planning to offload stake in HMT Bearings Ltd (HBL) and is scouting for joint venture partners in some other state-owned firms in a bid to revive sick units.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:34 am

Pranab defends PM, says no option of war with Pak

Pranab Mukherjee said India's foreign policy was an extension of national interest and New Delhi had not compromised on this. The Opposition, however, disagreed and walked out of the LS.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:33 am

Idea bags West Bengal, J&K licences; says pan-India rollout by end-2009

Indian mobile operator Idea Cellular has announced that it has been granted licences to operate in the West Bengal and Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) circles, the Economic Times reports. On the back of...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:31 am

Half a dozen Indo-Saudi bilateral deals likely on PM visit

India and Saudi Arabia are poised to sign nearly half a dozen bilateral agreements in areas of Higher Education, Science & Technology, research and development, social sector, petroleum and petrochemicals during the forthcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh to Saudi Arabia, disclosed Saudi Arabian Ambassador, Mr. Faisal Hassan Trad.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:31 am

Collapsed building becomes part of Chinese tour package!

New Delhi, July 30 : A Chinese travel agency in Shenyang, Liaoning province has included a visit to a site where a building collapsed last month, in a tour package.
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:30 am

Patient travels from India for heart center procedure

Mercy Medical Center cardiologist Howard Feldman, right, performed a six-hour surgery earlier this month on India's Kailesh Agarwal, center. The patient, who suffered arterial blockage in his leg, is ...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:29 am

Congress backs PM on Pakistan

General secretary Rahul Gandhi said the party and the government "are absolutely one" on the issue.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:29 am

Fernandes files nomination for RS by poll as JD-U candidate

Images ] filed his nomination papers in Patna on Thursday as a party candidate for Rajya Sabha by election from Bihar.The veteran socialist leader, who was denied a ticket to contest the last Lok Sabh...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

IAF to develop airstrip near Sino-India border in Ladakh

As part of moves to speedily build communication infrastructure on the Chinese frontier, the Indian Air Force has finalised plans to set up an another airstrip in Ladakh.
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

Congress' unique protest in Gujarat

The Gujarat Congress staged a mock assembly session at the Town Hall in Ahmedabad on Monday to protest against the Speaker not allowing a debate in the assembly on the hooch tragedy, in which more tha...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

US needs to build climate partnership with India, says Kerry

Images ] to address the issue of global warming. Senator John Kerry, Chairman of the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said the recent visit of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton [
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

Manmohan Singh breaks new path in Indo-Pak relations

Images ]. Even before Obama'a victory became public he had already announced his intention of appointing a Kashmir aide. Why on earth is an uninitiated US President interested more in Kashmir than his...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

Gilani lauds Manmohan's bold vision of peace for South Asia

Images ] has said dialogue was the only way forward for peace in South Asia. Responding to Singh's statement in the Lok Sabha on the Indo-Pak joint statement of Egypt [
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

Will the prime minister emulate Reagan

The prime minister is right in wanting peace and good-neighbourly relations with Pakistan, but unwise in giving an impression to Pakistani leaders that he is keen for peace with Pakistan and that he d...
Source: India News latest RSS headlines - India's News.Net | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:28 am

Overseas borrowings rise four-fold to $1.9 bn in June

Indicating some recovery in the global scenario, overseas borrowings by India Inc have increased phenomenally by nearly four-fold to $1.9 billion in June.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:20 am

Young woman attacks army jawan for molesting her

Singh, who was in uniform, asked Faihrien to show him some underwear, but while she was doing so he allegedly made advances at her.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:18 am

Poor monsoon may dent recovery, widen social gap: Moody's

Moody's today expressed concern that a poor monsoon may drag India's economic recovery, if not quite "derail" it.
Source: Business Standard | News Now | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:18 am

I'm not marrying now: Rakhi Sawant

"I'm not getting married now. I'll date the man I select off camera. If after knowing the person well, I feel that he's my Prince Charming, I'll tie the knot," says Rakhi Sawant.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:16 am

SC rejects Anil plea for early final hearing of gas dispute

The Supreme Court rejected a plea by R-Adag to take up the dispute between RIL and RNRL for final hearing on September 1.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:10 am

Fairy tale forever

Rajmata Gayatri Devi died in Jaipur on Wednesday at the age of 90, after a prolonged illness.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:06 am

War with Pak no option, talks only way: Pranab - Times of India


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War with Pak no option, talks only way: Pranab
Times of India
NEW DELHI: Ruling out war as an option, finance minister Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday reinforced Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's position that there was no alternative but to keep talking to Pakistan but made it clear that there was no surrender by the ...
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 5:05 am

George Fernandes files nomination for Rajya Sabha by-poll - Economic Times


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George Fernandes files nomination for Rajya Sabha by-poll
Economic Times
PATNA: Barely able to walk, a frail George Fernandes, helped along by Janata Dal-United (JD-U) leaders, on Thursday filed his nomination papers as a party candidate for a Rajya Sabha by-election from Bihar. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of JD-U, ...
JD(U) offers RS ticket to GeorgeTimes of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 4:59 am

Anil seeks probe into RIL's gas investments

Questioning clearance of Rs 45,000cr by junior oil ministry officials for gas fields by RIL, Anil Ambani demanded a probe into the "huge scandal."
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 4:57 am

Cobras to meet Challengers in Champions League opener

CHENNAI (Reuters) - South Africa's Cape Cobras will take on Indian Premier League (IPL) runners-up Bangalore Royal Challengers in the opening Twenty20 Champions League game at the Indian side's home ground on Oct. 8.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 4:31 am

Navy chief defends Gorshkov deal after CAG raps govt - Press Trust of India


Deccan Herald

Navy chief defends Gorshkov deal after CAG raps govt
Press Trust of India
New Delhi, July 30 (PTI) With the CAG slamming the Government for buying the second-hand Admiral Gorshkov at the price of a new aircraft carrier, Navy Chief Admiral Sureesh Mehta today defended the price being paid by India for the warship. ...
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 4:18 am

Afghan, Pakistan leaders discuss C.Asia security

VARZOB, Tajikistan (Reuters) - Afghanistan, Pakistan and Tajikistan agreed on Thursday to coordinate efforts in their fight against Islamist violence which has threatened to spill over into the broader Central Asia region.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 4:02 am

Schumacher makes sensational return to F1

Schumacher returns to Formula One.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:54 am

WPI down again, but price pressures building

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's wholesale price index remained negative in annual terms in mid-July but analysts said inflation would soon return and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was right to leave interest rates steady at a policy review this week.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:53 am

Are Leonardo and Bar Refaeli over?

Model Bar Refaeli has fuelled rumours she isn't dating actor Leonardo DiCaprio anymore.
Source: Daily News & Analysis | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:47 am

Threat forces U.N. to scale back in SW Pakistan

ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - The United Nations has scaled back operations temporarily in Pakistan's southwestern Baluchistan province after receiving a threat from a separatist movement, a spokesman said on Thursday.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:27 am

HC dismisses PIL seeking regulation in 'dahi handi' - Press Trust of India


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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:27 am

PDP chief 'shut his eyes' to sex scandal when in power: Omar

J&K CM Omar Abdullah said Mufti Mohammad Sayeed was "scared" that his govt would fall as his own men were also involved in the 2006 sex scandal.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:24 am

'Khans' spell trouble in the West

We give you a lowdown on Bollywood stars who also had to face similar treatment in the west.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 3:18 am

Court allows Indian Games village - BBC News


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Court allows Indian Games village
BBC News
The Supreme Court in India has lifted restrictions on construction work at the site of next year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi. The court overruled a Delhi High Court order that had put the restrictions in place because of environmental worries. ...
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SC allows Commonwealth Games Village on YamunaTimes of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 2:43 am

Anurag Kashyap on Venice Film Festival jury

Noted film director and scriptwriter Anurag Kashyap will be on the jury of the 66th edition of the Venice Film Festival, which is scheduled for September 1-12.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 2:17 am

Women strip to prevent raids at illicit liquor dens

Officials conducting raids to recover spurious liquor in Uttar Pradesh had to leave the exercise midway when some women involved in the illegal business reportedly stripped off in front of them, officials said Thursday.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 30 Jul 2009 | 2:03 am

Lockheed eyes more deals after India-U.S. defence pact

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S.-based Lockheed Martin Corp says it will speed up delivery of six C-130J military planes to India and is negotiating for sale of six more in a deal potentially worth $1.1 billion, a senior official said.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 2:01 am

State Bank of India Q1 net up 42 pct, beats f'cast

MUMBAI (Reuters) - State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, reported a 42 percent rise in quarterly profit, beating forecasts, on gains from trading in bonds and currencies.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 1:55 am

Gayatri Devi a picture of grace, beauty: Amitabh

Amitabh Bachchan remembers the grand queen mother or the 'rajmata' of Jaipur as a 'picture of grace and beauty' and a gracious host in his blog.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 1:53 am

Lakshmi Mittal can't sell 6m home, rents it out

Since the UK-based billionaire hasn't found takers for his North London mansion, he will rent it out for 10,000.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 1:50 am

Sri Sri Bill passed amid uproar - Express Buzz


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Sri Sri Bill passed amid uproar
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BHUBANESWAR: The State Government faced strong opposition during the passage of the first legislation for establishment of a private university in Orissa, the Sri Sri University Bill, in the Assembly on Wednesday. Two more Bills for universities by ...
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Source: Nation - Google News | 30 Jul 2009 | 1:38 am

Pakistan refuses to hand over Dawood: Krishna

India has been asking Pakistan to hand over 42 fugitives, including Dawood Ibrahim, but Islamabad has refused to cooperate, S M Krishna said today.
Source: The Times of India | 30 Jul 2009 | 1:07 am

Saina Nehwal unwell ahead of world meet

CHENNAI (Reuters) - India's Saina Nehwal has suffered a setback in her preparations for next month's world championships when the world number six was diagnosed with chickenpox.

Source: Reuters: Top News | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:05 am

Privilege motion against Hussain Baig

PDP rejects clean chit given to Abdullah by CBI
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

A confident Manmohan opens space for flexible response

New Delhi: The Prime Minister’s authoritative statement in Parliament on relations with Pakistan accomplished the impossible: answering hardline critics in India fearful of the resumption of dialogue while not compromising the domestic ...
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Anil Ambani to move Supreme Court today

Government may amend its petition, seeking to make it the main petitioner
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Flintoff key for England to keep it going

Mitchell Johnson likely to get one more chance to prove his worth
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

We exercised great restraint… but made it clear that Pakistan must act: Manmohan

‘Pakistan must defeat terrorism, before being consumed by it.’
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Two Trinamool men killed in West Bengal

KOLKATA: Two Trinamool Congress workers were killed at Natungram in West Bengal’s Bardhaman district early on Wednesday. The district Trinamool leadership blamed the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for the killings of Sheikh ...
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Government to give impetus to tourism

Special task forces to be formed for Mysore and Shimoga regions
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Samba crop area to be expanded in Madurai district


Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Rainwater pits destabilising slopes: panel

Thiruvananthapuram: An expert committee constituted by the government to examine the reasons for the landslips that occurred in Wayanad, Malappuram and Kozhikode during the southwest monsoon this year has cautioned against the construction of ...
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Budget exercise over in Parliament

New Delhi: Parliament on Wednesday completed the three-phase budgetary exercise for 2009-10, with the Rajya Sabha returning the Finance Bill, 2009 by voice vote. The Lok Sabha last week passed the demands for grants. The Bill will now be sent ...
Source: The Hindu - Front Page | 30 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am

Indian shares open lower on weak Asian cues

Indian equities opened lower Thursday on weak cues from other Asian markets even as investors continued to look for avenues to book profits at every possible stage, analysts said.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 11:00 pm

Dhaka orders army pullout from restive Chittagong region

The Bangladesh government has ordered its biggest troops pullout from Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), its restive southeastern region that is home to minority Buddhist tribals.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 10:30 pm

Arundhati Roy's new book tops bestseller list

Arundhati Roy's new book 'Listening To Grass Hoppers: Field Notes on Democracy' topped the non-fiction category of the bestseller list this week while 'The Wish Maker: A Novel' by Ali Sethi dominated the fiction list.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 9:00 pm

Want a six-pack? Just exercise regularly

Many youngsters dream of a sculpted body, especially after watching Bollyoood's romance icon Shah Rukh Khan flaunt six-pack-abs in 'Om Shanti Om' and versatile actor Aamir Khan in 'Ghajini'. But experts have a word of advice -- exercise regularly and avoid steroids to maintain the look.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 8:30 pm

No strings pulled for film role: Arjun Singh's grandson

He says he has worked as a bouncer and freelance writer abroad 'to pay his rent'. And now Congress veteran Arjun Singh's grandson Arunoday is making his acting debut in Bollywood - in a negative role - without making his grandfather pull any strings.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 8:30 pm

AICTE chairman suspended over corruption case - Indian Express


AICTE chairman suspended over corruption case
Indian Express
In the latest development in the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) corruption racket, the HRD Ministry has suspended AICTE head Ram Avtar Yadav “so that there is no possibility of investigation being influenced by his continuation in ...
'Tainted AICTE chief suspended'Times of India
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Source: Nation - Google News | 29 Jul 2009 | 5:59 pm

Astonfield-Areva to develop 100 MW biomass assets in India

The US-based Astonfield Renewable Resources Limited has set its eyes on non-conventional energy generation in India by exploiting offshore wind, tidal and concentrated solar energy resources, a top company official said here Wednesday.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 12:00 pm

Samar Banerjee gets Mohun Bagan Ratna

Samar Banerjee, famed footballer of yesteryears who led India to a semi-final finish in the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, was Wednesday presented the Mohun Bagan club's highest award, Mohun Bagan Ratna, at a glittering function here.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 12:00 pm

Don't shut schools after swine flu scare, advises government

The Indian health ministry Wednesday asked educational institutes not to shut but take preventive measures to control the swine flu spread as 23 new cases of the influenza A(H1N1) were reported, taking the tally of the infected people in the country to nearly 500.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 11:32 am

India not likely to meet millennium goals by 2015: Ramesh

India is unlikely to meet the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) by 2015, the deadline it had promised, Minister of State for Environment and Forests Jairam Ramesh said here Wednesday.
Source: India eNews: Top Headlines | 29 Jul 2009 | 11:32 am