Bears once again had the last laugh Tuesday as Indian equities markets slipped into the red again late afternoon after being in positive territory for most of the day with a key index closing more than 200 points lower than its previous close Monday.
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Tuesday, November 25
Tiger pugmarks found in Uttar Pradesh village
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:16 PM IST
Much to the surprise of officials and locals, pugmarks of tigers have been found in an Uttar Pradesh village which has no forest around, an official said Tuesday.
Indian diamond polishers say no to imports for a month
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:15 PM IST
The Indian diamond processing industry has imposed a voluntary ban on import of roughs for a month beginning Tuesday to tide over the current crisis that had led to lower demand and pile up of inventories.
Boy killed, 3 wounded in grenade attack on NC candidate in Kashmir
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:13 PM IST
A boy was killed and three other people were injured as separatist guerrillas attacked a candidate of the National Conference Tuesday afternoon in Sopore town of Baramulla district in North Kashmir.
India's growth story remains intact: Ahluwalia
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:12 PM IST
India's Planning Commission Tuesday said there was no need to alter its growth projection of 9 percent for the Eleventh Plan that runs till 2011-12, despite the economic crisis, as significant additional funding will be made available to pump prime the economy.
Shiv vada-pav will be as popular as McDonald's burger: Uddhav Thackeray
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:11 PM IST
Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray has said that the branded Shiv vada-pav launched here would gain popularity across the world and even compete with global burger giants like McDonald's.
Its business as usual, says Citibank India after US bailout
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:11 PM IST
Following the $20 billion bailout package announced by the US government, the beleaguered Citigroup Tuesday said its Indian operations were on track and that it was business as usual in terms of fresh recruitment.
Pugmarks of tigers found in Uttar Pradesh village
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:10 PM IST
Pugmarks (paw prints) of tigers were found in an Uttar Pradesh village which is devoid of forests, much to the surprise of officials and locals, forest officer said Tuesday.
'Radio BJP' now in Delhi to woo youth
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 06:09 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday launched its 'Radio BJP' to woo nearly four million young voters for the upcoming Delhi assembly polls.
BJP demands resignation of Jharkhand ministers accused of corruption
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:44 PM IST
The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jharkhand Tuesday demanded the resignations of two minister who have been accused of amassing wealth disproportionate to their income.
'Lucknow emerging major narcotics hub'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:43 PM IST
The interrogation of two Sri Lankans arrested last Friday with 18 kg of refined hashish in Uttar Pradesh has revealed that Lucknow and cities around it are emerging as a hub for international drug smugglers, who pick up cheap smack from here and sell it for more than six times the local price.
India looks to central Asia for securing oil, gas supplies
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:39 PM IST
India is looking for greater 'synergy in energy' with central Asian countries, Petroleum Minister Murli Deora said here Tuesday.
This 'BSP' could haunt BJP in Madhya Pradesh
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:39 PM IST
'BSP' is proving to be quite a headache for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Madhya Pradesh. But it isn't a rival party. It is simply short for 'bijli', 'sadak', 'pani' - or electricity, roads, water.
BSP of no significance outside Uttar Pradesh: Rajnath Singh
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:27 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh's ruling Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) was inconsequential anywhere outside the state, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajnath Singh said here Tuesday while declaring that Chief Minister Mayawati would not realise her aspiration to become prime minister.
Tamil Nadu opposition boycotts meet on Sri Lankan issue
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:26 PM IST
Most of the Tamil Nadu opposition parties Tuesday boycotted an all-party meeting called by Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi to discuss the plight of minority Tamils in Sri Lanka.
Armed guards for merchantmen transiting Gulf of Aden
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:25 PM IST
Shipping companies are deploying armed guards on their merchant vessels passing through the Gulf of Aden, one of the busiest and the most piracy-infested shipping lanes in the world, following a spike in hijackings by Somali pirates, an official said Tuesday.
Environmental issues ignored in Madhya Pradesh polls
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:24 PM IST
(Editor's Note: Environment and climate change
Idol smugglers arrested in West Bengal
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:24 PM IST
Four people were arrested with three antique idols worth at least Rs.5 million early Tuesday in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district near the Indo-Bangladesh border, police said.
Farhan Akhtar ecstatic after getting hug from Robert De Niro
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:22 PM IST
Bollywood filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar enjoys a huge fan following, but he hero-worships Hollywood star Robert De Niro and says meeting him was like a dream come true.
Navies should sanitise Gulf of Aden: Stolt Valor captain
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 05:21 PM IST
Stressing that the Gulf of Aden, which controls the access to the Suez Canal, is vital for the global economy, the Indian captain of the cargo vessel MV Stolt Valor that was held captive by Somali pirates for two months, Tuesday stressed the need for global navies to 'sanitise' the waterway and stage 'hot pursuit' raids against the brigands.
With many players, Madhya Pradesh set for photo-finish (Election Curtain raiser)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:28 PM IST
The stage is set for the crucial assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress for the first time facing a stiff challenge from various political forces in a state where politics has always been bi-polar.
Now, UTV Movies goes to the US
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:27 PM IST
Hindi film channel UTV Movies will begin transmission in the US through DTH by January next year, officials said.
Grandparents get child's custody, not mother
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:26 PM IST
The Calcutta High Court Tuesday gave the custody of a 10-year-old girl to her maternal grandparents, instead of her mother as per the child's wish.
Two arrested for raping air force personnel's wife
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:25 PM IST
Two armymen were arrested Tuesday for allegedly raping the wife of an Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel at an armed forces hospital here, said an official.
Two labourers die after wall collapses in Kolkata
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:24 PM IST
Two labourers died and four others got critically injured when a boundary wall of an under-construction building collapsed in south Kolkata, police said Tuesday.
Equities in green, key index testing 9,000 mark
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:23 PM IST
After opening strong on positive global cues, Indian equities markets were still in the green mid-afternoon despite selling pressure at the higher levels with a key index breaching the psychologically important 9,000 mark only to go below it again as trading progressed.
Kerala opposition walks out over poor facilities at Sabarimala
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:22 PM IST
The Kerala opposition Tuesday walked out of the assembly citing poor pilgrimage facilities provided to the thousands of devotees thronging the Sabarimala temple in Pathanamthitta district.
Tough times for forging industry as auto sector suffers
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:21 PM IST
With the domestic and global auto industry on a downslide and units running at 15-50 percent of their capacity, many forging units are facing the threat of closure, according to a top industry official.
Dalai Lama to meet French President Sarkozy Dec 6
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:20 PM IST
Despite stiff opposition by the Chinese government, the much-awaited meeting between the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, and French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been finalised and will take place in Poland early next month.
65-yr-old man forcibly marries minor, arrested
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:19 PM IST
Wishing for a progeny, a childless 65-year-old man forcibly married a minor girl in Orissa. He was later arrested by the police, the Oriya daily 'Samaja' reported Tuesday.
Oil prices to be slashed after assembly polls: Deora
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:18 PM IST
The government could reduce fuel prices after the assembly elections end next month, Petroleum Minister Murli Deora said here Tuesday.
Legendary goalkeeper Peter Thangaraj passes away
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:17 PM IST
India's legendary goalkeeper Peter Thangaraj passed away in Bokaro Monday night following a heart-attack. He was 74.
'I'll go by the Gulf of Aden again', says captain of rescued Stolt Valor ship
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:16 PM IST
I'll go by the Gulf of Aden again and again, I'm not scared,' said Captain Prabhat Goyal of the Stolt Valor here Tuesday on his return to India after a two-month ordeal when his cargo ship was hijacked by Somali pirates. He said 'hot pursuit' of the pirates, like the Indian Navy had done, is the only way to prevent further hijackings in the busy sea trade route.
Advani best for BJP but not for country: Govindacharya (Interview)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:14 PM IST
L.K. Advani was chosen as the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prime ministerial nominee because of a lack of talent in the party, says former BJP general secretary K.N. Govindacharya. He says Advani is not the 'natural leader' of the Hindutva movement and blamed former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee for the 'economic mess' today.
Fuel price reduction after polls
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:14 PM IST
The government will decide on reducing fuel prices after the assembly elections end next month, Petroleum Minister Murli Deora said here Tuesday.
First batch of Christian pilgrims from Andhra leaves for Jerusalem
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:13 PM IST
The first batch of 51 Christian pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh left for Jerusalem Tuesday under the state government's scheme to help Christians visit places connected with the life of Jesus Christ.
Kadhamal violence to rock Orissa assembly session
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:12 PM IST
The winter session of the Orissa assembly, which is scheduled to begin Wednesday, is likely to be stormy with the opposition Congress party expected to question the government over the communal violence that claimed at least 38 lives and rendered thousands homeless in Kandhamal district.
I balance my work, family well: Ajay Devgan
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:11 PM IST
Ajay Devgan, who is basking in the success of his recent release 'Golmaal Returns', says he doesn't need to 'chalk out' time for his wife Kajol as he has maintained a good balance between both his worlds.
My son teaches me how to be an idiot: Zayed Khan
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:11 PM IST
Bollywood actor Zayed Khan is enjoying fatherhood to the hilt. Apart from learning how to baby talk with his less than a year old son Zidaan, he says he is learning how to be an idiot.
Delhi airport to invite bids for retail space
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:10 PM IST
Delhi airport developer, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) will invite next month global brands to bid for 20,000 sq. metres of duty-free retail shop space within the international airport, a DIAL official has told IANS.
Gunmen in Jammu and Kashmir kidnap shopkeeper, then kill him
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:09 PM IST
A shopkeeper was shot dead by suspected militants who had kidnapped him from his home in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, police said Tuesday.
Kajol to be awarded for social work
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 04:08 PM IST
Bollywood actress Kajol will be honoured by iCONGO, a confederation of NGOs and Khemka Foundation, for helping educate underprivileged children.
'Hookah' banned in Chandigarh eateries, restaurants
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:59 PM IST
The Chandigarh administration Tuesday issued orders banning 'hookah' (a traditional smoking water pipe) in all eateries, restaurants and hotels of the union territory.
VHP continues attack against Sonia Gandhi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:58 PM IST
The Viswa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Tuesday linked Congress president Sonia Gandhi with the Catholic organisation Opus Dei (God's Work) and urged the government to conduct a probe to uncover the mastermind behind 'the unusual deaths' of her mother-in-law Indira Gandhi, husband Rajiv Gandhi and brother-in-law Sanjay Gandhi.
Recession's long reach - Moon and Mars missions of US
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:49 PM IST
The global financial crisis will severely affect the US manned mission to the Moon and then to the red plant Mars, says Jerry Linenger, a renowned astronaut of American space agency NASA, while lauding India's growing role in space.
Stolt Valor captain, crew members return home
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:49 PM IST
All the Indian crew members of the MT Stolt Valor, hijacked by Somali pirates two months ago, returned to Delhi early Tuesday with Captain Prabhat Kumar Goyal expressing relief that the 'nightmare' was finally over.
Equities open strong, key index breaches 9,000 mark
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:47 PM IST
Obese India: A ticking time bomb
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:46 PM IST
Fifty years from now, if current trends persist, obesity will be up there with climate change and water shortage as one of the biggest problems facing India.
Livestock creating food shortage for Asiatic ibex
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:46 PM IST
Overgrazing by livestock in a national park in Himachal Pradesh is threatening the survival of the Asiatic ibex - a wild goat specie - that in turn is crucial for the snow leopard population in the area, says a conservationist.
Abu Salem likely to be produced in Delhi court Wednesday
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:45 PM IST
Underworld mobster Abu Salem, lodged in a Mumbai jail, is likely to be produced in a city court Wednesday in connection with an extortion case.
Designer, driver, policeman - first timers dive into Delhi polls
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:44 PM IST
For one contender, joining the Delhi poll fray was a matter of women's empowerment, for another it was rooted in anger against the civic authorities, for yet another it was a natural career choice at this point in his life.
Pakistani Muslim paints Sikh gurus, spreads their message
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:43 PM IST
He is Muslim, but 78-year-old Syed Aftab Ahmed Shah has come from Pakistan with an exhibition of his paintings and calligraphy aimed at spreading the spiritual teachings of Sikh gurus among youth.
Nandan Nilekani confident of changing India with ideas
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:42 PM IST
Can ideas change a nation? Co-founder of Indian software giant Infosys and author Nandan Nilekani believes that they can, even if it takes a long time for them to become embedded in the collective psyche of the country.
A man short, Chirag win 3-1 against Vasco in I-league
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:42 PM IST
Bravehearts Chirag United soldiered on with ten men to ride past Goa's
Notorious criminal held in Punjab after shoot-out
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:41 PM IST
The Punjab police arrested a notorious criminal and one of his accomplices after a shoot-out Tuesday evening while three others managed to escape, a senior police official said.
Media rights group seeks CBI probe into Assam scribe's killing
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:41 PM IST
International media rights group Reporters Sans Frontiers (RSF) Tuesday called for a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the killing of journalist Jagajit Saikia in Assam Saturday.
Market losses drive Delhi businessman to suicide
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:40 PM IST
A city-based businessman, who allegedly lost Rs.3 million in stock markets, Tuesday hanged himself to death in his west Delhi
Heavy poll turnout pushes Kashmir separatists into a corner (News Analysis)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:40 PM IST
Where do the unexpectedly high voting percentages in the first two phases of elections in Jammu and Kashmir leave the separatist leadership that had called for a boycott?
Mumbai, Delhi slip in list of most expensive office places
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:37 PM IST
Hit by the global economic slowdown, Mumbai has dropped from the second to fifth place in the list of world's most expensive office destinations, according to global realty consultancy CB Richard Ellis.
Bootlegging in the time of Delhi elections
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:37 PM IST
Liquor smuggling cases have risen by 400 percent in the last one week in the capital, police say. No, there's no new Al Capone in town. Just that assembly elections are around the corner.
Malegaon blast inquiry should be impartial: Advani
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:36 PM IST
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani Tuesday said he had no objection to the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) investigating the Malegaon blast but the inquiry should be impartial and professional.
'Oye Lucky!...' provides entertaining Punjabi music (Music Review)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:35 PM IST
Music Director
Karan Johar gets professional, signs three-film deals with directors
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:34 PM IST
After being let down by directors whom his production house Dharma Productions nurtured to directorial success, Karan Johar has now made it mandatory for all filmmakers working for his banner to sign a three-movie contract each.
Himachal allows Dutch firm to begin power project work
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:34 PM IST
The Himachal Pradesh government finally gave the green signal Tuesday to Dutch firm Brakel Corp NV to start work on the multi-million dollar hydropower project awarded to it in 2006.
'Blue' is similar to Hollywood film 'The Deep': director
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:33 PM IST
Three Delhi Jal Board officials awarded jail term, fines
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:31 PM IST
The Delhi High Court Tuesday awarded two-week imprisonment to three Delhi Jal Board officials, including its CEO, and slapped on them a fine for not repairing a damaged drain in the national capital despite the court's order two years ago.
Somdev, Prakash handed wildcards for the Chennai Open
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:25 PM IST
India's
Court stays criminal case against ESPN for overcharging
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:22 PM IST
The Delhi High Court Tuesday stayed criminal proceedings against sports broadcaster ESPN India for not complying with a telecom regulator's direction against overcharging for the direct-to-home (DTH) service.
Maharashtra top cop gets notice on Pragnya's torture claim
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:20 PM IST
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notice to Maharashtra's director general of police and the chief secretary over the alleged torture of Malegaon bomb blast accused Sadhvi Pragnya Thakur, an official said Tuesday.
Hussey's absence won't affect us: Warriors
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:19 PM IST
Rambal Warriors might be without Michael Hussey in the Champions League, but team owner feels his absence would not hamper their chances in the showbiz Twenty20 tournament.
Orient Green Power raises $55 million from private investors
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:16 PM IST
At a time when dollar funds are fast drying up for Indian corporates, city-based renewable energy company Orient Green Power Company Ltd. has raised $55 million as equity from foreign and private investors.
Low-cost housing for middle class in Delhi soon
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:15 PM IST
The national capital will soon have a low-cost mass housing project for the middle class, Minister for Urban Development Jaipal Reddy said here Tuesday.
Reality shows are far away from reality, feel participants
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:13 PM IST
Most reality shows, which have gained immense popularity in the recent past, are far from presenting reality to the viewers, the participants of some of these shows say.
Mumbai train blasts accused nabbed in London
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:12 PM IST
The Interpol in London has arrested Rahil Shaikh, one of the key accused in the July 11, 2006, suburban train blasts in Mumbai that killed 187 people.
Only Congress can give stable government: Chidambram
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:11 PM IST
Union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram Tuesday said that only the Congress can give a stable government in Delhi for it is the only party that can take forward the ethos of secularism in the capital.
Gandhi family was pained at Bhopal gas tragedy: Rahul
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:10 PM IST
Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi Tuesday expressed concern for the survivors of the Bhopal gas tragedy and said his family was pained by the world's worst industrial disaster that killed thousands 23 years ago.
Jai Karan's golden goal hands India Colts Nehru Cup
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:10 PM IST
Jai Karan stole the show with a golden goal as India Colts overcame a spirited Bharat Petroleum (BP) to win the 45th Nehru hockey tournament here Tuesday.
Journalist shot dead in Bihar
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:08 PM IST
A journalist was shot dead by unidentified criminals Tuesday evening in a Bihar town, the police said.
97 percent Indian kids will go to school by 2015: Unesco
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:07 PM IST
India is on track to achieve net enrollment rate (NER) of more than 97 percent by 2015, the Education for All (EFA) Global Monitoring Report of the Unesco released Tuesday said.
Menon to meet Obama team next week
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:06 PM IST
India will make its first high-level contact with the incoming administration of President-elect Barack Obama when Foreign Secretary Shivshankar Menon goes to the US next week to meet key figures of the transition team.
Finance minister sees banks reduce lending rates
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:05 PM IST
Finance minister P. Chidambaram Tuesday said private sector banks would have to reduce lending rates after state-owned banks cut interest rates earlier this month.
Tamil Nadu electricity board pulled up for grid overdrawal
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:04 PM IST
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has suo moto issued a show cause notice to the power starved Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) for over-drawing from the grid several times last month, a top CERC official said here Tuesday.
Wind power industry seeks stable policy, better forecasting
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:03 PM IST
There should be a stable and uniform national policy to make wind power projects financially attractive, a top industry official said here Tuesday.
Blueline mows down labourer in Delhi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:02 PM IST
A speeding Blueline bus Tuesday mowed down a 28-year-old labourer when he was crossing the road in east Delhi, the police said.
Congress releases please-all manifesto for Rajasthan polls
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:01 PM IST
The Congress has, in a please-all manifesto for the Dec 4 state assembly elections, vowed to provide a transparent and sensitive government in Rajasthan.
Apex court seeks update on river-linking projects
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 12:00 PM IST
The Supreme Court Tuesday sought a detailed status report from the government on the implementation of five river-linking projects in southern, western and central India.
India calls for end to Gaza violence, favours dialogue
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:59 AM IST
Underlining its solidarity with the Palestinian cause, India Tuesday called for an end to violence in violence in the Gaza Strip that has deprived the civilian population of essential supplies like food and fuel.
Country's football greats salute the towering Thangaraj
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:59 AM IST
Peter Thangaraj was the country's greatest ever goalkeeper and a perfect teamman who never lost his composure on or off the field - his Indian team mates said Tuesday, mourning his death.
This Thanga was pure 24-carrat every inch of his frame (Tribute)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:45 AM IST
Till Peter Thangaraj came on the scene, standing like a colossus between the Madras Regimental Centre posts, the trade of goalkeeping in India was hardly anything to be talked of. His advent raised it to new heights. It attained a new elevated status when he was selected on two occasions in the Asian All-Star team. With his death Monday night in Bokaro it can truly be said that a legend has passed away.
Announcement of petrol price cut violates poll code: BJP
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:43 AM IST
The Bharatiya Janata Party Tuesday termed the central government's announcement to reduce petrol and diesel prices after the assembly elections as a violation of the electoral code of conduct as it attempts to influence the voters.
Air India scraps transaction fee on tickets bought directly
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:40 AM IST
From Wednesday, state-owned carrier Air India will not charge any transaction fee on tickets booked directly through its website or registered offices, an airline official said.
Malegaon accused gets further custody in Purna blast case
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:40 AM IST
A local court Tuesday extended the police custody of Malegaon blast accused Rakesh Dhawde by three days to facilitate further investigation of his role in a blast that took place here in 2004.
Motorcyclist roughs up cop after jumping red light
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:38 AM IST
A motorcyclist roughed up a traffic policeman who had stopped him for jumping a red light here Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Poll panel gets notice on party recongnition, symbol rule
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:37 AM IST
The Supreme Court Tuesday issued notice to the Election Commission on a lawsuit questioning the legality of its rule for recognising a political outfit as state-level party and allotting a fixed election symbol to it.
'Basanti jindabad, BJP murdabad'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:37 AM IST
It was an unusual public meeting. Impatient to see the 'dream girl' of yesteryears, Bollywood actress and BJP MP Hema Malini, hundreds of people gathered for a political rally in Jaipur late Monday evening started shouting slogans against the party.
What is Nitin Katara doing in BJP office?
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:36 AM IST
Many were surprised with the presence of Nitin Katara at the BJP office Tuesday when they launched the Radio BJP. Nitin is the younger brother of Nitish Katara, who was killed by Vikas Yadav, son of Uttar Pradesh politician D.P. Yadav, in 2002.
'Rath race' between BJP, Congress
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:35 AM IST
The BJP seems to be following its 'rath ideology' too seriously in Delhi. First it was chief ministerial candidate Vijay Kumar Malhotra's 'Ashwamedh rath', then the radio BJP on an open truck and the latest is Harsh Vardhan Vahini - a small open van with an LCD screen on it.
Wedding and voting, but Dikshit not worried
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:34 AM IST
This is one coincidence that could prove costly for the Congress party. On Saturday, the day Delhi goes to polls, there are an estimated 20,000 weddings! But Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit is not worried.
When Jolly met Dikshit (Political Prattle)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:33 AM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator Vijay Jolly, who is taking on Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in Saturday's assembly elections, loves drama. On Tuesday, he along with his wife Rashmi and sons Rishi and Kabir paid an early morning visit to Dikshit.
BJP and its ideology inspired by Hitler: Congress
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:33 AM IST
The Congress Tuesday claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) seemed to have been inspired by Adolf Hitler as could be seen from the way it was trying to derail the investigations into the Malegaon blast.
21 trucks carry goods across India-Pakistan border in Kashmir
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:32 AM IST
Twenty-one trucks Tuesday crossed the Line of Control (LoC) - the de facto border between India and Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir - carrying goods from either side to the other.
Opposition cries foul as Deora promises fuel price cut
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:31 AM IST
The government will allow oil marketing companies to cut prices after the end of the assembly elections next month, Petroleum Minister Murli Deora said Tuesday, prompting the opposition to term the announcement a violation of the Election Commission's code of conduct.
Former police official who investigated Abhaya case found dead
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:30 AM IST
A former police official who had prepared the inquest report of Sister Abhaya, a nun who was murdered in a Kerala convent in 1992, was found dead Tuesday near his home here, the police said.
Andhra Governor Tiwari asked to appear in court in paternity case
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:28 AM IST
The Delhi High Court Tuesday asked Andhra Pradesh Governor N.D. Tiwari to appear before it Dec 16 after a man, who is grandson of a former union minister, claimed that he was his son.
Election Commission serves notice to Navjot Sidhu
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:28 AM IST
The Election Commission of India Tuesday issued a notice to cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for making an offensive statement during an election rally in Madhya Pradesh.
Government will not tolerate attacks on minorities: PM
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:27 AM IST
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh reiterated Tuesday his government would not tolerate attacks on religious and other minorities and do every thing possible to ensure that perpetrators of such hate crimes are dealt with severely.
India reworks obesity guidelines, makes fitness norms tighter
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:26 AM IST
Weight-watchers have a tough mission on hand. The country's fitness measurements have just become 'leaner' on the eve of India's eighth Anti-Obesity Day Nov 26.
New telecom operators can't sell stake for three years
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:25 AM IST
Mergers and acquisitions between new telecom operators will be allowed only if they have completed three years of operations after being issued licenses, Communications and IT Minister A. Raja said here Tuesday.
Equities fail to hold gains, end in red
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:24 AM IST
Indian equities markets Tuesday opened strong and were in positive territory for most of the day but bears once again had the last laugh and the bourses ended in the red, with a key index closing more than 200 points below its previous close Monday.
China threat behind US n-deal with India: Brajesh Mishra
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:22 AM IST
More than a month after India wrapped up its nuclear deal with the US, former national security advisor Brajesh Mishra Tuesday said the perceived threat from China to US interests in Asia prompted Washington to offer the deal to New Delhi in 2005.
20 killed in heavy rains in Tamil Nadu
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:20 AM IST
At least 20 people were killed as heavy rains continued to lash Tamil Nadu for the third day Tuesday, officials said.
It's business as usual, says Citibank India after US bailout
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:12 AM IST
Following the $20-billion bailout package announced by the US government, the beleaguered Citigroup Tuesday said its Indian operations were on track and that it was business as usual in terms of fresh recruitment and growth plans.
India to test bench strength in day-night Cuttack game
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:11 AM IST
Having wrapped up the series against England, India will test its bench strength while the visitors will look to salvage pride in the day-night fifth game of the seven-match Hero Honda Cup limited-overs cricket series here Wednesday.
Court reserves order on bail plea of BMW hit-and-run accused
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:09 AM IST
The Delhi High Court Tuesday reserved its order on the bail plea of Utsav Bhasin, the 19-year-old Haryana based industrialist's son who is in custody for allegedly mowing down a motorcyclist while driving his BMW car.
Meltdown-hit tourism sector exploring new areas, says minister
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:08 AM IST
Tourism Minister Ambika Soni Tuesday said though the global meltdown has affected India's tourism sector, it has also led to exploring new areas.
Union leaders meet labour minister over Dunlop shut down
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:06 AM IST
Various labour unions of tyre maker Dunlop India Ltd are still not ready to accept the management offer of Rs.2,000 per employee every month while keeping the plant shut down to tide over the current economic slowdown, a top trade union leader said here Tuesday.
Teenager commits suicide at West Bengal 'home'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:04 AM IST
A teenager girl, suffering from mental disorder, has committed suicide by hanging herself at a state-run home for destitute women in West Bengal's Howrah district, police said Tuesday.
India looks at Russia for assured oil supply
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Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:04 AM IST
India is hoping that the successful outcome of Sakhalin 1 oilfield project will be replicated in other projects in Russia.
Olympian Thangaraj, towering figure between goalposts, dies
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:02 AM IST
A glorious chapter in Indian football ended as legendary goalkeeper Peter Thangaraj, nicknamed 'Lampost' for his towering height, passed away Monday night in Bokaro following a massive heart attack. He was 74 and is survived by wife, a son and three daughters.
Unique contest for India's hairdressers, beauticians
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:01 AM IST
India's best hairdressers and beauticians will compete in a unique national contest, India Cup Open (ICO) 2008, near here next month.
Seven killed in Gujarat accident
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 11:00 AM IST
Seven people, including six members of a family, were killed early Tuesday when a jeep they were travelling in rammed into a stationary truck on the Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway in Gujarat's Kheda district, the police said.
Himachal governor for developing scientific temper among children
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:59 AM IST
Himachal Pradesh Governor Prabha Rau Tuesday stressed the need for developing scientific temper among school children so they could become better citizens and think and act in a more rational and scientific manner.
New telecom operators can't sell stakes for three years: Government
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:58 AM IST
Mergers and acquisitions between new telecom operators will be allowed only if they have completed three years of operations after being issued licenses, Telecom Minister A. Raja said here Tuesday.
Russia not opposed to Imperial Energy acquisition
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:57 AM IST
Russian Energy Minister Sergey Shmatko Tuesday said his government was not opposed to the acquisition of Imperial Energy by ONGC Videsh Ltd, the overseas arm of Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC).
Political parties give slum-dwellers' meet royal ignore
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:56 AM IST
The aim behind organising an interaction between Delhi's slum dwellers and candidates contesting the Delhi assembly elections was to enable the poor to voice their concerns. But with no-show from the political parties, it turned out to be a monologue of sorts.
Curtain rings down on campaigning for Madhya Pradesh elections
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:54 AM IST
The curtains rang down at 5 p.m. Tuesday on campaigning for the Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections ahead of the Nov 27 polling for 230 seats.
School bus mows down six-year-old girl in Delhi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:53 AM IST
A six-year-old girl was crushed to death under the wheels of her school bus when she was de-boarding it near her east Delhi home, the police said Tuesday.
Man kills wife for being childless
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:53 AM IST
A 31-year-old man allegedly killed his 28-year-old wife Tuesday in a West Bengal town because the couple had no child even after 10 years of marriage, the police said.
Police remand for two men who raped IAF personnel's wife
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:52 AM IST
Two armymen, who were arrested for allegedly raping an Indian Air Force personnel's wife at an armed forces hospital, were sent to two-days police remand by a court here Tuesday, an official said.
Karunanidhi reiterates demand for ceasefire in Sri Lanka
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:51 AM IST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi Tuesday once again called for a ceasefire in Sri Lanka despite most of the opposition parties boycotting an all-party meet called to discuss the plight of minority Tamils in Sri Lanka.
Supreme Court stops CBI from arresting Ashok Todi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:50 AM IST
The Supreme Court Tuesday stopped the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) from arresting Kolkata industrialist Ashok Todi for his alleged role in his son-in-law Rizwanur Rehman's mysterious death last year.
Rs.700,000 looted from Jharkhand bank
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:50 AM IST
Unidentified criminals Tuesday looted Rs.700,000 from a branch of State Bank of India (SBI) in Jharkhand, police said.
Thales-Samtel JV to make global products in avionics
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:48 AM IST
French defence and aerospace major Thales says its joint venture with city-based electronic giant Samtel will enable India become part of the global supply chain for civil and military avionics.
Harper Collins, Ratna Sagar to promote student dictionaries
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:47 AM IST
Harper Collins Publishers India and Ratna Sagar will enter into an alliance to jointly promote student dictionaries in the country.
1,200 prisoners in Uttar Pradesh may be freed soon
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:46 AM IST
About 1,200 prisoners, lodged in various jails of Uttar Pradesh, may soon be able to enjoy freedom from the confinement, officials said Tuesday, adding a proposal to release them is underway.
Russia may cut oil production to check falling prices
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 25 Nov 2008 10:37 AM IST
Russia does not rule out reducing production of oil as a reaction to the continuous fall in international crude prices. |
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