Defending champion Tania Sachdev suffered a dent in her defence of the title, as she was held to a draw by last seed Bhakti Kulkarni of Goa in the 35th Parsvnath National Women's chess Championship here Tuesday.
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Tuesday, December 23
Defending champion Tania held by Bhakti in national chess
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:50 PM IST
Police step up patrolling on Goa beaches
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:28 PM IST
Police patrolling of Goa's pretty beaches has been stepped up ahead of the busy festive season that kicks off from Christmas eve, but the police have denied reports that the army may be deployed.
Amrish Singh Gautam elected deputy speaker Delhi assembly
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:26 PM IST
Congress's Amrish Singh Gautam was elected deputy speaker of the Delhi assembly Tuesday, the last day of the first session of the newly elected legislature.
Motorbike riders rob couple of jewellery, cash in Delhi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:25 PM IST
Two motorbike-borne men Tuesday robbed a couple going in an auto-rickshaw in the heart of the national capital Tuesday evening, the police said.
UTV suspends all commercial deals with Pakistan
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:24 PM IST
UTV Software Communications Tuesday temporarily deferred all deals with Pakistan in an endeavour to support the Indian government in demanding stricter action against terrorism emanating from across the border.
R.R. Patil elected NCP Maharashtra unit chief
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:22 PM IST
Former deputy chief minister R.R. Patil was unanimously elected president of the Nationalist Congress Party's Maharashtra unit here Tuesday.
Maldives is a model for democracy in Islamic world: Nasheed
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:16 PM IST
Maldives
Andhra villagers clash with police over land acquisition for SEZ
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:13 PM IST
Villagers protesting against Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Andhra Pradesh Tuesday clashed with the police as authorities allegedly tried to forcibly acquire their lands.
Poojashri qualifies for second round of Women's ITF
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:11 PM IST
Poojashree Venkatesha was the only Indian Tuesday to qualify for the second round as her compatriots Shalini Sahoo and Parul Goswami lost their first-round matches in the $50,000 Women's ITF tournament at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA).
Somdev keen on playing pro-tennis next year
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:09 PM IST
A highly motivated Somdev Devvarman, after a three-week training stint with American world no. 8 Andy Roddick, said he will be focussing on professional tennis more next year.
Citi sells Indian IT arm to Wipro for $127 mn
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:05 PM IST
The ailing global financial services firm Citigroup Inc is selling its India-based captive IT services subsidiary City Technology Services (CTS) to Wipro Technologies for $127 million (Rs.6.2 billion) in an all-cash deal, the IT bellwether announced here Tuesday.
Uttar Pradesh police man molests two sisters, sparks violence
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:04 PM IST
A police inspector Tuesday allegedly molested two sisters who had gone to meet their father in an Uttar Pradesh lockup, sparking violent protests during which a police station and some vehicles were torched.
Madras High Court stays screening of Aamir starrer 'Ghajini'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:02 PM IST
The Madras High Court Tuesday stayed the release of the much-awaited Aamir Khan-starred Hindi film 'Ghajini', two days before it was to hit the screens worldwide after the producers of the Tamil film on which it is based filed objections.
Wife, paramour kill husband in Delhi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:01 PM IST
A 26-year-old hawker was beaten to death by his wife and her paramour after he found them in a compromising position at his southeast Delhi home, the police said Tuesday.
Andhra considering top bureaucrat's removal after scam
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 03:00 PM IST
Under fire from the opposition on a corruption scandal involving a senior official, the Congress government in Andhra Pradesh is contemplating to remove the state's top-most bureaucrat, sources in the administration indicated Tuesday.
It was great learning experience in India, says Pietersen
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:59 PM IST
Despite losing the two-match Test series 1-0, England skipper, Kevin Pietersen feels that it was a great learning experience to play in India.
Despite slowdown, Gujarat is still on investors' radar: Modi
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:58 PM IST
Despite the global economic slowdown, Gujarat is still on 'investors' radar' and has the potential to take the maximum advantage of the economic situation, Chief Minister Narendra Modi said Tuesday.
One killed, many injured in Ghaziabad group clash
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:57 PM IST
A man was killed and a dozen injured in a group clash here, the police said Tuesday.
CBI team nabs Indian fugitive from US
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:55 PM IST
A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team has brought here Captain Raghuvir Singh Virk, a proclaimed offender wanted in a criminal case, the agency said Tuesday.
Dhoni advocates the need for three-match Test series
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:54 PM IST
India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said Tuesday that a three-match Test series should be held instead of two to make the series result oriented.
Rare catfish weighing 97 kg found in Orissa river
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:53 PM IST
A rare catfish weighing 97 kg was caught by a fisherman from a river in Orissa's Jajpur district, an official said Tuesday.
Construction worker lynched in Greater Noida
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:52 PM IST
A worker of a private construction firm was lynched while his colleague was beaten up allegedly by the staff of the firm on charges of theft here, the police said.
Rahul Gandhi personally monitors Punjab Youth Congress polls
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:51 PM IST
Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi Tuesday flew down to this Sikh holy city to personally monitor the conduct of elections of the Punjab Youth Congress (PYC) here.
Panesar's grandfather delighted to see the spinner in action
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 02:49 PM IST
England spinner Monty Panesar's grandfather was delighted to see the left-arm spinner in action during the second cricket Test against India at Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Tuesday.
MCD will sack errant sweepers: Delhi mayor
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:58 PM IST
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is moving to sack 25 percent of its errant safai karamcharis (sweepers) as 'they have been drawing salaries sitting at home', city Mayor Arti Mehra said Tuesday.
World Bank blacklists Satyam for eight years
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:57 PM IST
Satyam Computers' cup of woes seems to be overflowing, with news surfacing Tuesday that the software vendor has been debarred by the World Bank for alleged data theft and bribing bank officials.
BJP refuses to accept government clarification on Antulay
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:56 PM IST
Refusing to accept the government's explanation on Minorities Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's remarks on the death of a Maharashtra police officer, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday said the Congress-led government was 'playing minority appeasement politics' and it would take the issue to the people.
Dasmunsi re-elected AIFF president, Colaco to continue
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:51 PM IST
An ailing Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi was Tuesday unanimously re- elected as the president of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) while paid secretary-general Alberto Colaco will stay in office for some more time, though his contract ends Dec 31.
Bhutia declared player of the year for 2008
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:50 PM IST
Ace striker Bhaichung Bhutia has been selected player of the year for 2008 by the All India Football Federation.
Adhere to guidelines on pilots for Delhi's fog, airlines told
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:49 PM IST
India's aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Tuesday asked airlines to adhere to its guidelines while flying in low visibility conditions at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport.
Court pulls up Commonwealth Games organising panel
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:48 PM IST
The panel organising the Commonwealth Games here in 2010 has invited the ire of the Delhi High Court for not providing information about the progress in preparation under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
Delhi's vibrant present, glorious history in coffee table book
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:47 PM IST
Interested in knowing about the rich past and the fast changing face of Delhi? A coffee table book released Tuesday may end your search.
Mumbai attacks targeted at India's economic power ambitions: PM
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:46 PM IST
Asking Pakistan to 'dismantle the terror machine', Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday said the Nov 26 Mumbai terrorist strike was an 'attack on India's ambitions to emerge as an economic power'.
India wants Pakistan to act against terror, rejects war hysteria
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:45 PM IST
With Pakistan denying any link to the lone surviving Mumbai attacker, India Tuesday cautioned against 'creating war hysteria' and asked Islamabad to address the real issue of 'dismantling the terror machine' in that country.
Madras High Court stays screening of 'Ghajini'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:44 PM IST
The Madras High Court Tuesday stayed the release of Aamir Khan-starrer Hindi film 'Ghajini', that hits the screens Thursday.
Satyam banned from dealing with World Bank for 8 years
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:43 PM IST
The World Bank has said it has banned leading software vendor Satyam Computers from all business at the bank for a period of eight years - and that the ban started in September, according to a US broadcaster.
Court pulls up estranged couple for neglecting child's interest
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:42 PM IST
Couples facing matrimonial disputes and fighting over a child's custody should not be insensitive to the trauma the young one would be feeling, the Delhi High Court has said.
Chhattisgarh's bonanza bonus for one million paddy farmers
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:41 PM IST
Keeping up its poll promises, Chhattisgarh's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced Tuesday it would provide Rs.220 per 100 kg as a bonus amount to farmers during the ongoing government-sponsored paddy procurement drive.
Finish off Pakistan to finish terrorism: Ashok Singhal
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:39 PM IST
Finish off Pakistan to finish terrorism, Vishwa Hindu Parishad international president Ashok Singhal said here Tuesday, adding, 'we need brave leaders, not cowards'.
Legal action to be taken against defaulting airlines: Patel
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:38 PM IST
The government Tuesday said it would take 'all possible steps, including legal action' against airlines if they continue to default on airport service charge dues.
Regulator to probe Pyramid Saimira mystery
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:37 PM IST
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) will investigate the origin of the 'issue open offer' advisory, dated Dec 19, sent under its letterhead to Pyramid Saimira Theatre, the market regulator said Tuesday.
IT services exporters banking on emerging US firms
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:36 PM IST
Emerging IT companies in the US could drive India's software services exports, with the second quarter of the next fiscal (2009-2010) proving to be the critical phase, a senior industry representative said here Tuesday.
Diaspora meet to spur tourism infrastructure in Kerala
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:35 PM IST
The two day 'Ente Naadu', billed as a platform for the Kerala diaspora to invest in tourism projects in the state, has attracted a good response with more than 500 delegates from 42 countries attending the meet.
No bail for three held for inflammatory speeches
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:34 PM IST
A court here Tuesday rejected the bail petitions of film director Seeman and Tamil nationalist leaders Kolathur Mani and P. Maniarasan, who have been held for allegedly making inflammatory, secessionist speeches.
Houghton backs Mohun Bagan's decision to skip IFA Shield
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:28 PM IST
Even as national football coach Bob Houghton Tuesday lauded Mohun Bagan's decision to skip the century old Indian Football Association (IFA) Shield, the organisers are trying their best to find a way out.
Almost a day's play lost to fog, bad light in Mohali Test
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:27 PM IST
Bad light and dense fog robbed almost a day's play in the second cricket Test between India and England that ended in a tame draw at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Tuesday.
Bombay High Court allows 'Ghajini' release
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:26 PM IST
The Bombay High Court has allowed 'Ghajini' to be released on Dec 25 (Thursday) even though the case filed against its producer for alleged violation of copyright is still pending in the court.
Marathas want inclusion in other backward classes category
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:25 PM IST
Cutting across party lines, Maratha legislators in Maharashtra Tuesday made common cause to demand inclusion of their community in the 'other backward classes' (OBC) category and extension of reservation facility in education and jobs.
Create freaky videos, meet director Mohit Suri
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:24 PM IST
In a unique promotion stint for forthcoming supernatural movie 'Raaz-The Mystery Continues', social networking website ibibo.com is urging budding filmmakers to create freaky videos and giving them a chance to meet the film's director Mohit Suri.
Textiles exports may fall short of target
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:23 PM IST
Textiles exports may fall short of the target and even witness negative growth, the government said here Tuesday.
Amidst din, parliament passes 12 bills, Chidambaram drowned out in din
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:22 PM IST
Amidst continuous and vociferous demands for Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's resignation following his remarks on the death of a Maharashtra police officer, the two houses of parliament passed 12 bills on the concluding day of their session Tuesday, with even Home Minister P. Chidambaram's much awaited statement on the issue being drowned out in the din in the Lok Sabha.
Delhi to upgrade infrastructure in 13 industrial areas
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:21 PM IST
Civic infrastructure, including roads, storm water drains, street lighting, effluent treatment and parking facilities, in 13 industrial areas of the capital will be upgraded at a cost of Rs.6.8 billion (Rs.680 crore), city Mayor Aarti Mehra said Tuesday.
Successful 3G bidders eligible for 2G spectrum space: DoT
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:20 PM IST
Successful bidders for spectrum allocation for third generation (3G) telecom services will also be eligible for second generation (2G) spectrum space, the government said here Tuesday.
Tiger declared man-eater, to be shot dead
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:19 PM IST
A tiger on the prowl for the past one month in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district is to be shot dead after it was declared a man-eater. The tiger killed a teenage boy, an official said Tuesday.
Eleven bus passengers electrocuted in Madhya Pradesh
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:18 PM IST
At least 11 people were electrocuted and another 20 injured Tuesday when a passenger bus in which they were travelling came in contact with a high voltage line in Madhya Pradesh's Guna district, police said.
Raman Singh appoints nine parliamentary secretaries
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:17 PM IST
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh Tuesday appointed nine legislators of his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as parliamentary secretaries with minister of state rank - seen as a move to stem dissension among the newly-elected members.
Board to promote science research to be set up
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:16 PM IST
The government is setting up a Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) to promote basic research work in science and engineering, the Lok Sabha was informed Tuesday.
India win Test series against England
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:15 PM IST
India won the two-match RBS Cup Series against England 1-0 after the mild winter sun and dense fog forced the second Test to end in a draw at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Tuesday.
Hindustan Aeronautics to make light utility, medium lift copters
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:14 PM IST
India's defence behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) plans to manufacture light utility and medium lift helicopters for the Indian Army, air force and navy, a top official said here Tuesday.
Regulator's letter forged, says Pyramid Saimira
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:13 PM IST
Entertainment firm Pyramid Saimira Theatre will lodge a criminal complaint with the police to investigate the origin of the letter purportedly sent by the market regulator asking the firm's promoter to make an open offer at Rs.250 per share, saying it was forged.
'Time running out for Pakistan, Indian military action imminent'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:12 PM IST
'Time is running out' for Pakistan with the deadline of Dec 26 given by New Delhi to Islamabad for a crackdown on terror infrastructure approaching, said a report of a leading publisher of geopolitical intelligence Tuesday. Click here to view complete article
Further rate cuts possible, says PM's economic adviser
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:11 PM IST
A senior member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council Tuesday said there was more room for rate cuts by the end of this financial year.
Medal-winning Haryana sportsmen appointed police officers
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:10 PM IST
Four sportsmen from Haryana, who won medals in international competitions, were Tuesday appointed as Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) in the Haryana police by the state government.
Bird flu: culling operations on in West Bengal, Assam
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:08 PM IST
Over 30,000 poultry have been culled in bird flu-hit Malda district of West Bengal while in Assam culling operations have been affected in some areas due to resistance from locals, officials said Tuesday.
Government pushes rate cuts, pegs growth at 7 percent
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:07 PM IST
The Indian government Tuesday nudged the central bank to reduce key interest rates in a bid to offset the impact of global slowdown on the country's economy, while warning that growth could fall to seven percent this fiscal.
Wipro to acquire Citigroup's Indian IT subsidiary
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:06 PM IST
India's second largest IT bellwether Wipro Technologies Tuesday announced acquisition of Citi Technology Services, the India-based captive provider of IT services and solutions to Citigroup entities worldwide, for $127 million in an all-cash deal.
Job losses will continue, says chief economic adviser
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:05 PM IST
Job losses in India will continue into the next year due to the global slowdown, but it will be at 'minimum' levels, a top government economist said here Tuesday.
Indian Army chief at Siachen Glacier to review preparedness
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:04 PM IST
Indian Army chief General Deepak Kapoor Monday rushed to the Siachen Glacier, the world's highest battle field in Jammu and Kashmir, to take stock of the preparedness of the troops posted there.
Nobody wants war, Pakistan must dismantle terror camps: PM
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:03 PM IST
Rejecting war as a response to the Mumbai mayhem, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday asked Pakistan to take 'objective' steps to 'dismantle the terror machine' and exhorted the international community to persuade Islamabad to comply with the UN resolutions against terrorism.
`India's classical languages - Sanskrit, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:02 PM IST
Kannada, Telugu, Sanskrit and Tamil are the four classical languages of India, Tourism and Culture Minister Ambika Soni informed the Rajya Sabha Tuesday.
Piramal Healthcare acquires US firm for $40 mn
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:01 PM IST
Indian pharma major Piramal Healthcare will acquire Minrad Inernational Inc of the US for approximately $40 million, a top company official said here Tuesday.
Lok Sabha passes nine bills amid pandemonium
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 01:00 PM IST
Amid pandemonium over the opposition's demand for Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's resignation, the Lok Sabha Tuesday hurriedly passed nine bills without any discussion.
High Court cancels appointment of director IIT-Madras
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:59 PM IST
The Madras High Court Tuesday set aside the appointment of the director of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in the Tamil Nadu capital.
Markets fall second day in a row
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:58 PM IST
Indian equities fell the second consecutive day Tuesday as a key index closed 2.43 percent amid continued selling by investors.
Tiger on prowl kills teenager, turns man-eater
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:58 PM IST
A tiger on the prowl for the past one month in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district turned man-eater after it killed a teenage boy, an official said Tuesday.
Commuters can now call Delhi Metro for complaints
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:57 PM IST
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has started a 24-hour online customer care cell to cater to public queries and complaints.
CBI team in US to record anti-Sikh riot witness' statement
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:56 PM IST
Hope for justice has risen again as a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on reaching the US has started recording the statement of Jasbir Singh, who claims to be a key witness in a case of 1984 anti-Sikh riots here.
Assam bird flu: poultry culling on, local resistance hampers drive
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:55 PM IST
More than 400,000 poultry have been culled so far in Assam after an outbreak of bird flu three weeks ago. But authorities were unable to complete the killing in some areas due to resistance from locals, officials said Tuesday.
Amidst din, Rajya Sabha passes three bills; adjourned sine die
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:42 PM IST
Faced with unrelenting protests over the controversial remarks of Minorities Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay on the killing of Maharashtra Police officer Hemant Karkare and legislation on insurance reforms, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die Tuesday after passing three bills amidst much din.
Police probe bigamy complaint against Goa minister
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:41 PM IST
The Goa police have initiated a probe into a complaint of bigamy against Tourism Minister Francisco alias Mickky Pacheco, police sources said.
Final scoreboard: India vs. England, Second Test, Day Five
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:40 PM IST
The following is the final scoreboard on the fifth and the last day of the second cricket Test between India and England at Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Tuesday.
India draw with England in Mohali Test to win series 1-0
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:40 PM IST
India drew the second cricket Test against England here Tuesday and won the two-match RBS Cup 1-0.
Insurance sector staff strike work in West Bengal
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:39 PM IST
Around 99 percent of Kolkata-based National Insurance Corp and 76 percent of General Insurance Corp non-management staff stayed away from work Tuesday in support of a nationwide insurance sector strike.
Cook falls as Mohali Test heads for a draw (Tea Report)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:38 PM IST
England opener Alastair Cook (10) departed early as the visitors were 31 for one in the second innings at tea, chasing a victory target of 403 against India on the final day of the second cricket Test here Tuesday.
Three JeM terrorists nabbed in Jammu, hunt on for more
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:37 PM IST
Three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) hailing from Pakistan, including one armyman, who were planning a suicide attack in this winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir, have been arrested, police said Tuesday. A hunt was on to nab their four fellow terrorists in the Kashmir Valley.
Villagers throw acid at panchayat members, 12 suffer burns
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:37 PM IST
Twelve people sustained burns in an Uttar Pradesh village when members of a family threw acid at panchayat members, infuriated by a decision to construct a community hall, the police said Tuesday.
Markets down, key index sheds 241 points
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:36 PM IST
Indian equities markets were subdued Tuesday, with a key index losing 2.43 percent (provisionally) over Monday's close.
Tea scoreboard: India vs. England, Second Test, Day Five
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:35 PM IST
The following is the scoreboard at tea on the fifth and the last day of the second cricket Test between India and England at Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Tuesday.
Tripura minister praises shoe-throwing Iraqi journalist
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:34 PM IST
Tripura information and cultural affairs minister Anil Sarkar Tuesday termed Iraqi journalist Muntazer al-Zaidi, who hurled his shoes at US President George W. Bush, as the 'most courageous journalist' in the world.
CBI case against metro official for disproportionate assets
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:33 PM IST
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against an engineer with the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation and his family for accumulating assets, including 11 plots and two commercial buildings in Gurgaon, disproportionate to his known sources of income.
'Ghajini' already a hit at ticket counters
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:32 PM IST
Aamir Khan's much-hyped and eagerly awaited psychological thriller 'Ghajini' has set the cash registers ringing in terms of advance bookings, beating Percept Picture Company's animation caper 'Jumbo'.
Cook falls early as England chase 403
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:30 PM IST
England lost opener Alastair Cook (10) early and were 31 for one in the second innings at tea, chasing a victory target of 403, on the final day of the second cricket Test against India here Tuesday.
India's growth can dip to 7 percent: Minister
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:29 PM IST
India must be prepared to face a lower growth of seven percent this fiscal on account of the impact of global slowdown, Minister of State for Finance P.K. Bansal said in parliament Tuesday in what has been the most pessimistic official projection yet on the country's economic expansion.
Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:23 PM IST
The Rajya Sabha was Tuesday adjourned sine die after opposition MPs continued to stall proceedings over the remarks by Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay questioning the circumstances of the death of Maharashtra police officer Hemant Karkare in the Nov 26 Mumbai terror attacks and the insurance bill.
Designer thrilled about dressing Sylvester Stallone, Brandon Routh
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:19 PM IST
Fashion designer Sabina Khan's thrill knew no bounds after she finished dressing Hollywood icons Sylvester Stallone and Brandon Routh for Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Kambhakkht Ishq'.
Reading books is a bliss for Asin
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:18 PM IST
Actress Asin's favourite pastime is reading books and that too in a cosy corner of her house.
Vikram Bhatt hires costly ship for 'Phir'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:18 PM IST
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has hired a costly ship - The Ice Maiden - at 6,000 pounds a day to shoot a few scenes for his film 'Phir'.
Officials summoned for delay in capturing tiger
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:17 PM IST
Forest department officials who failed to trap a two-year-old tiger in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district have been summoned here to give an explanation, an official said Tuesday.
CBI questions anti-Sikh riot witness in US
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:16 PM IST
A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team has been recording the statement of Jasbir Singh, a US-based key witness to a case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, in California, agency officials said here Tuesday.
Over 1,700 insurance employees strike work in northeast
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:15 PM IST
Over 1,700 insurance employees in the northeast went on strike Tuesday as part of a nationwide protest against the government's move to raise foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector.
No to tainted legislator as Madhya Pradesh's Leader of Opposition
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:14 PM IST
Even as the Congress is yet to select the Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh, the Association for Democratic Reforms - a network of over 1,200 civil society groups - has urged it not to consider any legislator with a criminal background for the post.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the third time
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:13 PM IST
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned five minutes after it convened post-lunch as opposition MPs continued to disrupt proceedings over the remarks by Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay questioning the death of Maharashtra police officer Hemant Karkare in the Nov 26 Mumbai terror attacks and the insurance bill.
Markets continue to fall amid profit booking
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:12 PM IST
Indian equities markets continued their downward slide Tuesday amid heavy selling, with a key index trading 2.66 percent down around 2 p.m. from its previous close.
Low protein diet can help check kidney diseases
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:11 PM IST
With over 200,000 kidney failure cases reported every year in the country, a low protein diet and maintaining an optimum blood pressure could help in containing renal diseases at early stages.
Reliance Energy takes Himachal government, Brakel to court
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:11 PM IST
Reliance Energy has once again moved the Himachal Pradesh High Court challenging the decision of the state government to allow Brakel Corp NV of the Netherlands to start work on a multi-million dollar hydropower project.
Seven killed in Maharashtra road mishap
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:10 PM IST
Seven people died and three others were injured when a truck collided with a car on the Nashik-Pune highway Tuesday, police said.
Delhi carnival to unleash kids' creativity
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:09 PM IST
An animal kingdom, a chocolate factory, a mini theatre and much more - sounds like wonderland. This is exactly what a children's carnival being held here next month promises.
India give England 403-run win target
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:07 PM IST
India declared their second innings at 251 for seven to give England a 403-run victory target on the fifth and the last day of the second cricket Test at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium here Tuesday.
Mohali Test heads towards a draw (Lunch report)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:06 PM IST
The dense fog played a spoil sport Tuesday as the second cricket Test between India and England headed towards a draw at lunch on the fifth and the last day at Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium here.
No conspiracy to eliminate Hemant Karkare: Chidambaram
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:05 PM IST
The central government Tuesday said there was 'no truth whatsoever' in the suspicion that there was a 'conspiracy to eliminate' Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) chief Hemant Karkare and two other police officers.
Chidambaram drowned out in din, parliament adjourned again
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:04 PM IST
Both houses of parliament were adjourned Tuesday over demands for Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's resignation following his remarks on the death of a Maharashtra police officer, with even Home Minister P. Chidambaram's much awaited statement on the issue being drowned out in the din in the Lok Sabha.
Mobile virtual network operator policy in January
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:03 PM IST
The government will soon come out with a policy on Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNO), a senior official of the Department Of Telecommunications (DoT) said here Tuesday.
Lunch scoreboard: India vs England; Second Test, Day five
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:02 PM IST
Scoreboard at lunch on the fifth and the last day of the second cricket Test between India and England at Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium here Tuesday.
Calcutta High Court rejects Pradeep Todi's bail plea
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:01 PM IST
The Calcutta High Court Tuesday rejected the bail plea of industrialist Ashok Todi's brother Pradeep Todi, in jail for his alleged involvement in the mysterious death of his niece's husband Rizwanur Rehman last year.
Restrictions imposed in Srinagar to secure polling areas
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:00 PM IST
Markets and banks here remained closed as authorities imposed restrictions in the city Tuesday, a day ahead of the seventh and final phase of the state assembly elections.
Pakistani soldier among three Jaish militants nabbed in Jammu
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 12:00 PM IST
Three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) hailing from Pakistan, who were planning a suicide attack in this winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir, have been arrested. One of them is a Pakistani army regular, police said Tuesday.
India 216/4 at lunch against England
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:59 AM IST
India were 216 for four wickets at lunch in their second innings against England and have stretched their lead to 367 on the fifth and the last day of the second cricket Test at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium here Tuesday.
Chhattisgarh police arrest 22 for assaulting 50 women
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:58 AM IST
Twenty two men have been arrested in Chhattisgarh for assaulting about 50 women and branding them witches, a senior official said Tuesday.
Night temperatures in Delhi could plummet this week
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:56 AM IST
Delhi residents can expect bright and sunny days the rest of this week but night temperatures are likely to drop, the weatherman said here Tuesday.
Five labourers killed in Jharkhand, police blame Maoists
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:55 AM IST
Suspected Maoist rebels shot dead five labourers in the Gumla district of Jharkhand, police said Tuesday.
Chidambaram unable to read out statement, both houses adjourned
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:54 AM IST
Both houses of parliament were Tuesday adjourned as opposition MPS continued to disrupt proceedings over Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's controversial remarks questioning the circumstances leading to the death of a Maharashtra police officer during the Mumbai terror strike.
Indian equities fall sharply, with losses across sectors
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:53 AM IST
Indian equities markets, which opened lower Tuesday compared to their previous closing figures, fell further as the morning progressed. A key index was trading almost two percent down around noon.
'I was going to meet him after a year, and now he's gone'
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:52 AM IST
Lok Sabha adjourned over Antulay's Karkare comment
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:51 AM IST
Cries for Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay's resignation echoed again in the Lok Sabha Tuesday with the house being adjourned as the opposition began the day with noisy protests against his controversial remarks on the death of a top police official during the Mumbai terror attack.
Telecom services: 3G players will be allowed in 2G space as well
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:46 AM IST
Successful bidders for spectrum allocation for third generation (3G) telecom services will also be eligible to get spectrum space for second generation (2G) services, as and when any space becomes available, the Telecom Commission said here Tuesday.
Heavy security at Orissa churches, temples ahead of Christmas
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:45 AM IST
Armed policemen have been deployed at several churches, major temples and other religious establishments in Orissa as authorities and many Christians apprehend trouble during Christmas in the state that witnessed widespread communal violence in recent months.
Social security act a boon for unorganised workers: SEWA
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:43 AM IST
Around 400 million workers in India's unorganised sector who often get a raw deal can now hope for old age pension, health insurance and other benefits, thanks to a newly passed act of parliament, says the reputed NGO SEWA which had been demanding it for years.
Three Jaish terrorists nabbed in Jammu
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:41 AM IST
Three terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) have been arrested in Jammu. One of them is a Pakistani army regular, police said here Tuesday.
Child labour, liquor addiction a blot on Agra shoe units
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:40 AM IST
Thousands of children still slog it out in tiny shoe-making units despite a ban on employing them in factories in and around a city that remains in international limelight because of the Taj Mahal. What's more, the industry has come to be plagued by liquor addiction.
Rajya Sabha opens, and adjourns
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:37 AM IST
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned within three minutes of its opening Tuesday, as opposition MPs created an uproar over remarks by Minority Affairs Minister A.R. Antulay and over the insurance bill.
Bihar government to build homes for the poorest
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:36 AM IST
It has been a dream that has remained unfulfilled for long. Their forefathers died without a proper roof over their heads. But now the poor, landless Dalits of Bihar, referred to as the Maha-Dalits, will have a house of their own.
Indian equity markets open lower, keep falling
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:35 AM IST
Indian equity markets opened lower Tuesday and kept falling, with a key index more than 150 points below Monday's close, almost an hour into trading.
Unholy goings-on cloud Kerala's churches
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:34 AM IST
Christian priests being arrested for murder, a nun committing suicide, another alleging torture in a convent... 2008 has been full of unsavoury incidents for churches in Kerala, except for one historic moment - the sainthood of Sister Alphonsa.
Second Test: Dense fog delays start of final day's play
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:32 AM IST
Play on the final day of the second cricket Test between India and England was delayed here by fog and bad light Tuesday. The fog was so thick that the pitch was hardly visible from the boundary ropes.
Ouch! That icecream hurt, so did the coffee
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:31 AM IST
Irrespective of what flavour the ice cream is, if you have sensitive teeth the taste ends up being bittersweet - tingling on the tongue but painful on the gums.
World War II American observation post found in Arunachal Pradesh
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:30 AM IST
Villagers in Arunachal Pradesh have stumbled upon a World War II camp-cum-observation post used by American forces, close to a graveyard where over 1,000 soldiers of the Allied Forces are buried, officials said Tuesday.
A different Christmas from a different time, recall Anglo-Indians (Feature)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:29 AM IST
Trees decked with homemade decorations adding to the magic of crisp, cold, star-studded nights around Christmas might not be totally lost today, but for Delhi's Anglo-Indians much has changed down the years.
Bangalore expats scale down yearend celebrations
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:27 AM IST
They are an increasingly visible part of Bangalore's seven million population but expatriates in India's IT hub have been known for their whole-hearted participation in major events the city celebrates, including the Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations. But not this year.
Now network over coffee at Bangalore's Cafe Coffee Day Square
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:26 AM IST
Retail chain Cafe Coffee Day has opened a 'square' in the heart of India's IT hub, across the evergreen Cubbon Park, to give a flavour of original brews from the world over to coffee lovers. Complete with a wi-fi enabled conference room, customers can even do business at the new cafe.
'Ghajini' - a man's pursuit of vendetta (IANS Preview)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:25 AM IST
Having already created a flutter with Aamir Khan's haircut and eight-pack abs, A.R. Murugadoss' action-thriller 'Ghajini' is all set to scorch the screens when it releases Thursday.
Scripted the next Bollywood hit? Now wait for a contact
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:24 AM IST
'I'm very busy now', 'Call me after three years' or 'Who are your references?' - these are some of the common replies that budding scriptwriters get from filmmakers when they attempt to gain an entry into Bollywood.
Fashion fraternity too scared to party this year
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:23 AM IST
The fashion fraternity may be known for its late night parties, but in the shadow of the Mumbai terror attack, it is still unsure about New Year Eve plans. Most designers and models are planning a quiet celebration with family and friends.
After 'A Wednesday', Naseer, Anupam flooded with offers
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:21 AM IST
After the success of 'A Wednesday', Naseeruddin Shah, 58, and Anupam Kher, 54, are flooded with offers for films highlighting the adventures of the fifty-plus brigade.
'De Dhana Dhan' cast ill after shooting underwater (Snippets)
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:20 AM IST
The entire cast of director Priyadarshan's forthcoming comedy 'De Dhana Dhan' had been shooting non-stop underwater at Film City here for two weeks and most of them are unwell.
Police, passengers clash at Kolkata Metro station
by
Bhavesh
on Tue 23 Dec 2008 11:17 AM IST
The Dum Dum Metro station in the northern suburb of Kolkata turned into a battleground Monday night after passengers and locals protested against the Railway Protection Force (RPF) beating up a commuter who had alighted at the station. |
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