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Australia beat Germany 2-1, win Hockey World Cup - Hindustan TimesThe HinduAustralia beat Germany 2-1, win Hockey World CupHindustan TimesSpecialist Luke Doerner fired in the winner from a penalty corner as Australia won their first Hockey World Cup in 24 years with a 2-1 victory over defending champions Germany in the final at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi on ...Australia win World Cup after 24 years, beating Germany in a thrillerSifyAustralia beats Germany 2-1 in World Cup field hockey finalThe Canadian PressAustralia win men's field hockey World CupAFPIndian Express -Deccan Herald -indiabloomsall 287 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 6:45 am
Dark forces of terror from Pak scuttle our peace bids: Tharoor - Hindustan TimesThe HinduDark forces of terror from Pak scuttle our peace bids: TharoorHindustan TimesReferring to Pakistan's concerns over India's involvement in reconstruction work in Afghanistan, a special envoy of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Saturday that India was not in the business of having a proxy war in the conflict-torn nation. ...Talks with Pak necessary to mount pressure on terror issueSifyPak Army may be paying compensation to slain 26/11 terrorists' kin: US lawmakerEconomic TimesIndia denies role in Lahore attackRising KashmirDaily News & Analysis -Times of India -The Hinduall 358 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 8:21 am
Pune blast probe: Top cop blames German bakery staff - Times of IndiaIndian ExpressPune blast probe: Top cop blames German bakery staffTimes of IndiaPUNE: A month after a blast in Pune killed 17 people, city police commissioner Satyapal Singh on Saturday charged the staff of the German Bakery and its customers with "utter negligence" and said the bag with the bomb had been lying unnoticed for over ...Pune blast case: Cops fail to make much headwayIBNLive.comGerman bakery to be handed over to the owner tommorow-PTINDTV.comMonth after Pune blast, police still cluelessSifyDaily News & Analysis -Indian Express -Hindustan Timesall 58 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:11 am
Fresh violence in Bareilly; several shops set on fire - NDTV.comDeccan HeraldFresh violence in Bareilly; several shops set on fireNDTV.comBareilly in Uttar Pradesh continues to simmer as fresh violence erupted at a vegetable market. Many shops have been set afire even as the state government is rushing more police reinforcements to the city. Violence erupted following the release of a ...Bareilly remains tense after 12 days of curfewSify20 shops torched on curfew bound BareillyIndian ExpressBareilly sitting on powder keg, curfew reimposedTimes of IndiaThe Hindu -IBNLive.com -Hindustan Timesall 92 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 1:31 am
India and Russia sign defence deal - Express BuzzThe HinduIndia and Russia sign defence dealExpress BuzzNEW DELHI: India agreed to pay $2.33 billion more for the upgrade of aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov, re-christened INS Vikramaditya, and signed a $1.5 billion contract to buy 29 MiG-29K naval fighter jets. The two deals were signed by the Ministry ...India, Russia sign nuclear pacts, Gorshkov dealHindustan TimesIndia and Russia ink pacts in defence and strategic spheresThe HinduPutin visit seals arms, nuke deals with IndiaTimes of IndiaEconomic Times -Sify -Daily News & Analysisall 1,149 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 6:30 am
Wanted: women - Hindustan TimesDeccan HeraldWanted: womenHindustan TimesAre you looking for an extraordinary career? Do you want to become a member of the country's most powerful club? And are you a woman? If so, the time has come to grasp a fantastic opportunity. I refer, of course, to the hundreds of vacancies for women ...Jayalalithaa urges parties to unite on Women's BillThe HinduWomen MPs, rich but not that privilegedIBNLive.comWhy men have to pay the billTimes of IndiaIndian Express -Press Trust of India -TwoCircles.netall 153 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 9:50 am
Kashmir employees suspend strike - SifyIndia TalkiesKashmir employees suspend strikeSifyStriking government employees in Jammu and Kashmir have suspended their ongoing strike as their leaders have agreed to sit across the table to resolve the issue of payment of arrears due to them under the Sixth Pay Commission, an employees' leader said ...J-K government employees' strike enters fifth dayOneindiaKashmir Pakistan Phone Line Restored After 20 Yearsdailynews365Bill introduced to extend term of Mayor, Dy MayorRising KashmirNDTV.com -The Hindu -Daily News & Analysisall 100 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 9:32 am
13 People Dead in Another Suicide Bombing in Pakistan - Voice of AmericaCBC.ca13 People Dead in Another Suicide Bombing in PakistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Top military officials in a northwestern Pakistani district say a suicide bomber has killed at least 13 people, including security personnel, and wounded more than 50 others. Taliban militants have claimed responsibility for the bombing, ...Suicide attack kills 14 in NW Pakistan's SwatXinhuaLahore bombings: India denies involvementThe HinduTaliban claims deadly suicide attack in PakistanCNN InternationalTelegraph.co.uk -Indian Express -Hindustan Timesall 2,188 news articles »
» 13 Mar 2010, 8:20 am
Women officers in Forces win historic battle - Economic TimesOneindiaWomen officers in Forces win historic battleEconomic TimesNEW DELHI: In a significant judgement, the Indian Air Force and Army have been asked to grant Permanent Commission to women officers. Over 50 women officers had approached the Delhi High Court seeking the same terms of employment rules as their male ...Court strikes down gender discrimination in Army and Air ForceThe HinduTop military brass against permanent commission to women officersTimes of IndiaBoost for women in army & IAFCalcutta TelegraphIndian Express -Daily News & Analysis -Chandigarh Tribuneall 132 news articles »
» 12 Mar 2010, 6:13 pm
LeT threat prompts security upgrade at Afghanistan and Nepal missions - Economic TimesIndia TalkiesLeT threat prompts security upgrade at Afghanistan and Nepal missionsEconomic TimesNEW DELHI: Even as an additional ITBP platoon leaves for Kabul on Saturday to further secure the Indian mission there, a security upgrade is also underway at the Indian embassy in Kathmandu in view of fresh terror threats from ISI-backed jihadi outfits ...Indian envoys in Afghanistan face kidnap threatTimes of IndiaSecurity of Indians reviewed in AfghanistanIBNLive.comIndia to rush 40 ITBP commandos to AfghanistanSifyChandigarh Tribune -Indian Express -The Hinduall 105 news articles »
» 12 Mar 2010, 5:24 pm
Hindustan Times
India not interested in proxy war in Afghanistan: SaranReferring to Pakistan's concerns over India's involvement in reconstruction work in Afghanistan, a special envoy of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Saturday that India was not in the business of having a proxy war in the conflict-torn nation.
» 13 Mar 2010, 11:39 am
Dark forces of terror from Pak scuttle our peace bids: TharoorMinister of State for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor said India has repeatedly tried to have peace with Pakistan but the "dark forces" of terror operating there openly have consistently undermined these efforts.
» 13 Mar 2010, 11:20 am
Australia beat Germany, win Hockey WCSpecialist Luke Doerner fired in the winner from a penalty corner as Australia won their first Hockey World Cup in 24 years with a 2-1 victory over defending champions Germany in the final at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi today.Special Coverage
» 13 Mar 2010, 9:55 am
Nuclear Liability Bill likely to be tabled in Lok Sabha on MondayWith less than a month to go before Prime Minister Manmohan Singh goes to the US, the government is planning to introduce the contentious Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Bill in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
» 13 Mar 2010, 9:23 am
Saina creates history, reaches semis of All England Badminton ChampionshipSaina Nehwal became the first Indian woman to reach the semifinals of the All England Super Series badminton championship when she defeated German Juliane Schenk in straight games in the quarterfinals in London.
» 13 Mar 2010, 8:54 am
India rejects Pak's allegations of link in Lahore blastsIndia today rejected Pakistan's charge of its involvement in the Lahore blasts and said such "unfounded and unsubstantiated allegations" put strain on the bilateral relationship.
» 13 Mar 2010, 7:53 am
Pak court accepts plea requesting Kasab be declared fugitiveA Pakistani anti-terror court conducting the trial of seven suspects for their involvement in the 26/11 attacks today accepted an application from the prosecution for Ajmal Kasab to be declared a fugitive and adjourned the case for a week.
» 13 Mar 2010, 6:23 am
India among world's top three preferred investment destinationsIndia is among the world's top three preferred investment destination, but equity caps limit the size of potential inflows, according to a Columbia University report.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:23 am
No major breakthroughs in Pune blast case yetIt's been a silent month since the blast at Pune Bakery shook Koregaon Park. Meanwhile the investigations go on but make nothing clear, neither about the ongoing investigations nor about the safety of the city.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:08 am
Russia to make 1,000 stealth jets, eyes India dealRussia will build more than 1,000 stealth fighter jets within four decades, including at least 200 for its traditional weapons buyer India, the head of plane maker Sukhoi said on Friday.
» 13 Mar 2010, 2:55 am
Kochi on terror radar, security stepped upThe Home Ministry has asked Kerala police to step up security in Kochi following Intelligence inputs that Lashkar-e-Taiba militants may attempt to strike the coastal city.
» 13 Mar 2010, 2:55 am
India FM - Bollywood News
Rajeev Khandelwal to star in Tanuja Chandra's nextTalented director Tanuja Chandra, who has made some hard-hitting films like Dushman, Sangharsh and Sur, is all set to start her next directorial venture. The film is apparently a romantic comedy and stars Rajeev Khandelwal and Vir Das in lead roles. The hunt for the female lead is still on. The as-yet-untitled film will be produced by Anuj Saxena's Maverick Productions. The film is likely to go on floors in the middle of this year.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:27 am
Aamir to meet James Cameron in Delhi; Ranbir, Asin will also be presentAamir Khan's intellect is not a facade he puts on for his films but he is truly a man who knows exactly what he's talking about in all seriousness. To validate that is the fact that he has been invited to a highly prestigious summit in New Delhi today- the 13th March with none other than the esteemed Oscar Winning director James Cameron. The Summit is being held on the subject of Reality v/s Idealism and will also see young Bollywood actors Asin and Ranbir Kapoor who would be the voice of the Youth of Bollywood. Asin would be speaking on how the youth can break free and think out of the box to bring change in a country that is much in need of it. The two young stars will also be attending the exclusive gala dinner which will be addre
» 13 Mar 2010, 4:29 am
Jacqueline in Pepsi commercial with Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay DuttThe Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai girl is surely spreading her magic. It's Jacqueline Fernandez who is creating the craze and how! Coming April would see Jacqueline opposite Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt spreading the 'Wow! Factor' for a Pepsi commercial and if you're wondering why Jacqueline then the ad filmmaker is asking why not. The story goes that the ad filmmaker of Pepsi commercial had Ranbir and Sanju baba in tow but was on a lookout for a face that is not only fresh but compliments Ranbir and adds the much needed glam factor to the commercial. Nikhil Advani being a good friend of the ad filmmaker showed some promotional videos and scenes of his upcoming production Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai. Says a source, "The makers were blown away by
» 13 Mar 2010, 12:29 am
Preity Zinta creates AIDS awarenessIt's probably a season that can see a beautiful coming together of Bollywood and Philanthropy. Not that we're surprised but instead it makes us very proud how some of the most popular stars have taken it upon themselves to do their bit for the society. The name that has just pencilled itself in to this group is the pretty Preity Zinta who has been appointed the goodwill ambassador of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS in India. One might think that she would give a few speeches and do a few commercials and be done with. But no! Miss Zinta takes such responsibilities quite seriously. The lady would be travelling to the rural areas of Punjab where AIDS is quite rampant, and create awareness as to how one can keep the disease at
» 12 Mar 2010, 8:36 am
Sanjay Gupta announces release dates of The Great Indian Butterfly, PankhSanjay Gupta now treads a new path and is launching his new brand White Feather Arthouse Films. He is signalling off this journey with two films that are slated to chart new territories in the realm of `new age sensibility' movies. The two films are The Great Indian Butterfly and Pankh. The first film to be released is The Great Indian Butterfly that releases on the 26th of March, 2010. Directed by Sarthak Dasgupta, the film stars Aamir Bashir, Sandhya Mridul, Koel Purie and Barry John. The film has already been invited to prestigious film festivals like the Indo-America Arts Council Film Festival and the River to River, Florence Indian Film Festival, which is the first festival in the world to be devoted entirely to films from and abou
» 12 Mar 2010, 8:28 am
First Sunny starrer opens in PakistanAccording to a communique received from Mukta Arts, RIGHT YAAA WRONG has opened at 21 screens in Pakistan today [Friday]. This is the first Sunny Deol starrer to release in the neighbouring country.
» 12 Mar 2010, 4:43 am
Konkona Sen Sharma, Ranvir Shorey in suspense-thrillerKonkona Sen Sharma and Ranvir Shorey have been teamed in a suspense-thriller, which will go on floors shortly. Produced by Denis Selarka and directed by first-time director Amitabh Verma, the suspense-thriller has every character knitting a conspiracy against the other. The film will be shot in Alibaug. Says producer Denis Selarka about his yet-untitled film, "Every character has grey shades. Every character is trying to outdo the other. There is a mastermind though." Plans are on to release the film in November this year.
» 12 Mar 2010, 4:41 am
Karisma Kapoor blessed with a baby boyKareena Kapoor is busy with films and endorsements that are pouring her way while sister Karisma is on the family way. Karisma Kapoor, 36, gave birth to a baby boy today morning at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. He is Karisma's second child after her daughter Samaira. Gathered at the hospital along side Karisma is the entire Kapoor family to give the latest arrival a grand welcome. Bollywood Hungama congratulates Karisma and the Kapoor family, on this very special day and wishes them the very best.
» 12 Mar 2010, 3:43 am
Kareena Kapoor to endorse Sony Ericsson MobilesWith immense stardom comes immense credibility. How and why is completely debatable. But it's a fact that Kareena Kapoor can easily vouch for. The Bollywood Diva is a wanted entity by one and all brands. If Anne French, Sony Vaio, Head and Shoulder and Airtel weren't enough, joining their league now is Sony Ericsson. Yes! Kareena will now be the brand ambassador for Sony Ericsson Mobiles. No wonder then that she is termed as the endorsement queen in Bollywood. The ad film of her newly adopted brand has been directed by Director Anuj Alia, and is shot in Mehboob Studio. With a line up of big films and a number of endorsements deals, this woman is completely on a roll.
» 12 Mar 2010, 3:22 am
Rajshri revives Tansen; hunt begins for main leadA year back, Tansen was a hot project in the making. While Barjatyas from Rajshri Productions were backing this mega budget project, Satish Kaushik was already on board as the director of the film. Though there was no official confirmation on the main lead, it was being whispered in the industry circles that Abhishek Bachchan had already been sounded for the much coveted role. However, post Karzzzz, Delhi 6 and Ek Vivaah Aisa Bhi, all seemed to be forgotten about Tansen. Abhishek Bachchan had double trouble with Drona followed by Delhi 6. Karzzzz was a shocker for Satish Kaushik because in spite of so much hype, it was the remake factor that went against it. As for Barjatyas, their small budgeted Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi (Sonu Sood, Esha Kopika
» 12 Mar 2010, 2:21 am
NDTV
Kochi: Flight makes emergency landingA GoAir flight carrying 110 passengers to Mumbai from Kochi landed in emergency conditions shortly after take-off on Saturday when cracks were noticed on two blades of the propeller. The flight had taken off at 1915 hours from the Nedumbassery airport near Kochi. After the five-member crew noticed the cracks, the plane made an emergency landing, airport sources said.
» 13 Mar 2010, 11:05 pm
A soldier's emotional journeyIn the Northeast, soldiers of the Army have often been accused of indiscriminately attacking innocent people in the battle against militancy. But there are clear exceptions. An Indian Army officer who nearly died saving the life of a young girl in a Manipur village, returned to her village for a reunion.
» 13 Mar 2010, 10:48 pm
NDTV travels to Ground Zero of anti-Naxal operationsThe hunt for Maoists has begun in the forests that stretch from East Singbhum in Jharkhand to Purulia in West Bengal. Believed to be a key operational hub, the joint operation by inter-state police forces and the CRPF is trying to identify and destroy Maoist camps in the region.
» 13 Mar 2010, 10:47 pm
Chennai: New Assembly complex inauguratedPrime Minister Manmohan Singh inaugurated Tamil Nadu's new Assembly-cum-Secretariat complex in Chennai on Saturday. Those also present on the occasion were UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Chief Minister M Karunanidhi. It's a state-of-the-art green architecture in the heart of Chennai has been built at a cost of Rs 450 crore.
» 13 Mar 2010, 6:29 pm
Scrap Nuclear-liability Bill, demand Left partiesThe Left parties which turned down Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's request to support the Nuclear-liability Bill on Saturday issued a statement terming the Bill illegal and unconstitutional.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:57 pm
Maharashtra: Naxals loot explosivesNaxals have struck again, this time, looting a tanker containing over 16 tons of Ammonium Nitrate used in making explosives near Dhanora Tehsil in Gadchiroli. The tanker was on its way from Chandrapur in Gadhchiroli to Dantewada in Chhattisgarh.
» 13 Mar 2010, 4:53 pm
Govt condemns Lahore blastsThe government of India has ‘unequivocally condemned the blasts’ that rocked Lahore on Friday. A statement by the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday said: “The Government of India denies any allegations of Indian hand in Lahore blasts. We have no interest in destabilising Pakistan.”
» 13 Mar 2010, 6:01 pm
Telangana supporters disrupt Sibal meetingStudents of Hyderabad Central University on Saturday tried to disrupt the meeting of the Vice Chancellors of all the central universities, chaired by the Union HRD minister Kapil Sibal in Hyderabad.
» 13 Mar 2010, 4:18 pm
16 Maoists surrender in OrissaIn a boost to the anti-Naxal campaign in Orissa, 16 Maoists involved in several attacks on forest offices surrendered before the police in Gajapati district on Saturday. The ultras from seven villages of Adaba area of the Naxal-hit district decided to lay down arms as they felt misled, betrayed and exploited by their seniors, district Superintendent of Police Sanjeev Arora said.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:51 pm
Protest in J&K over ‘anti-women’ BillOn a week, which has seen two landmark decisions in favour of women - the Women's Reservation Bill and permanent commission for women in the armed forces - a controversial, anti-women's Bill has Jammu-based political parties up in arms.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:28 pm
The Economic Times
Toyota eyes 10pc market share in 6-7 yrsDuring the first two months, Toyota more than doubled its sales to 11,982 units against 5,736 in the year-ago period. Toyota Lexus | Toyota Etios | All about Toyota Recall
» 13 Mar 2010, 8:22 am
Aussies break German wall to win hockey World CupPower-packed Australia proved third time lucky as they won the hockey World Cup after a 24 year hiatus with a 2-1 win over defending champions Germany on Saturday.
» 13 Mar 2010, 7:05 am
Pathan's ton in vain, Mumbai Indians beat Rajasthan RoyalsYusuf Pathan's hurricane century went in vain as Rajasthan Royals went down by four runs to Mumbai Indians in a thrilling Indian Premier League match on Saturday.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:48 am
Indian managers always have a plan B: ex-Kellog Dean“As Indians, we have a plan B always. I have seen Indian managers sensing things before they go wrong, Qualities like these are needed as the world is becoming more complex,” says Dipak C Jain.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:05 am
Godrej Consumer Products buys Nigeria's TuraGodrej Consumer Products on Saturday said it has agreed to buy personal care company Tura from Nigeria's Tura Group.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:25 am
Bentley unveils super luxury Mulsanne at Rs 2.9 crMulsanne is a super luxury car which is customised according to the user's needs. The car has a 6.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine, which can produce 512 bhp with 1,020 Nm torque.
» 13 Mar 2010, 2:05 am
Michelle Obama's designer goes bankruptUS first lady Michelle Obama's favourite city-based designer Maria Pinto is going out of business as sales have waned in a bad economy.
» 13 Mar 2010, 1:21 am
Right Yaaa Wrong: Movie ReviewTechnically the thriller is plain average with Monty Sharma’s lackluster background score, Tinu Verma’s uninspiring action sequences and Ravi Walia’s passable cinematography.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:35 pm
Local diamond cos seal deals worth $490 mn with AlrosaThree local diamond manufacturers, Rosy Blue, Diamond India and Ratilal Becharlal and Sons, on Friday inked deals totalling $490 million with Alrosa, Russia’s largest diamond miner, for the supply of rough diamonds over a threeyear period.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:19 pm
Cisco India's hiring plan on track, says John ChambersNetwork-equipment maker Cisco Systems on Friday said it remains committed to the Indian market and its plans to increase headcount to 10,000 is on track.
» 12 Mar 2010, 9:52 pm
Women have high self-worthIndians in the 35-55 age group are comparatively less open about a job change. Those in the annual salary bracket of Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh are the least mobile in India.
» 12 Mar 2010, 9:46 pm
The Hindu
India and Russia ink pacts in defence and strategic spheres» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Pranab rules out roll-back of petrol prices» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
45 killed in Lahore suicide attacks» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Nuclear Liability Bill to be introduced on Monday» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Twice as clean as male MPs» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
2G: Supreme Court will not interfere with adverse findings» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
First Assembly building to go green» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Disappointing finish for India» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Naxalite units busted, 20 arrested» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
IPL III kicks off with grand opening ceremony» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
Knight Riders begins well» 13 Mar 2010, 12:00 am
The Times of India
Women's Bill passage was impossible without Karunanidhi's support: SoniaUPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday said the passage of Women's Reservation Bill in the Rajya Sabha could not have been possible without the support of DMK.
» 13 Mar 2010, 5:25 am
Pune blast probe: Top cop blames German bakery staffPune police commissioner Satyapal Singh has charged the staff of the German Bakery and its customers with negligence and said the bag with the bomb had been lying unnoticed for over 90 minutes.
» 13 Mar 2010, 4:59 am
I will fight against any attempts to get the Women's Bill passed in LS: LaluAddressing the Muslim Khwatin Morcha in Patna, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad said he would not bow to any pressure and continue to fight against the present form of the bill.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:33 am
Deeply disappointed at Pak statement alleging Indian hand in Lahore blasts: IndiaIndia rejected charges of any involvement in yesterday's Lahore blasts and said Pakistan should concentrate on dismantling terror infrastructure against India.
» 13 Mar 2010, 2:33 am
Kochi on alert after Lashkar threatThe home ministry has asked the Kerala police to step up security in Kochi following intelligence inputs that Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists may attempt to strike the coastal city. The Southern Command of the Navy is located in Kochi.
» 13 Mar 2010, 1:01 am
Reprocessing accord with India soon: USReiterating that Washington remains "very much committed" to the nuclear deal with India, a US official sees "good progress" on crucial talks on reprocessing and hopes an accord would emerge well before the August deadline.
» 13 Mar 2010, 12:41 am
India ties among most consequential in 21st century: US"India is going to be an increasingly important factor in the 21st century, but also an increasingly important friend," Robert O Blake, assistant secretary of state for South and Central Asian Affairs, said
» 12 Mar 2010, 11:35 pm
Situation tense in Bareilly, more areas under curfew"After large-scale violence in which nearly 20 people, including an SP and some other policemen were injured, curfew has been extended to more areas. The situation is tense but under control," official sources said.
» 12 Mar 2010, 11:17 pm
Too many misters, so few sistersAfter years on the back-burner, the Women's Reservation Bill was finally tabled in the Rajya Sabha on International Women's Day and passed on March 9, but not before several MPs reduced the proceedings of the house to a mere joke with their antics.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:11 pm
Walled within a space of no hopeHopefully, a new dawn will soon rise on the dim, dreary lives of old Delhi's forgotten women, says Najeeb Jung.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:06 pm
Moderate quake shakes Northeast, no damageThe quake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale had its epicentre at a place along the Indo-Myanmar border and occurred at 4.50am, Met officials said.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:02 pm
Topix - India
India rejects Pakistani allegations of Lahore blasts linkStrongly condemning the multiple bombings in Lahore, India Saturday rejected Pakistani allegations of an Indian hand in the attack and stressed that such loose statements were putting a strain on bilateral ties.
» 13 Mar 2010, 8:12 am
Smoggy capital launches bid for a whiff of fresh airPedestrians take a look at a newly set up air-cleaning machine outside Palika Bazar market in New Delhi on Saturday.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:35 am
James Cameron in India to discuss 'Future of Cinema'Filmmaker James Cameron will be in India on March 13 for the first time. He will be discussing "The Future of Cinema" with Bollyood's megastar Aamir Khan in a conclave in a five star hotel in capital New Delhi, watched by few hundred over a dinner.
» 12 Mar 2010, 10:52 pm
Govt Has Legitimate Right to Use Force against Maoists: ChidambaramMaking amply clear that talks with Maoists can take place only when they abjure violence, the government has said that it has the legitimate right to use as much force as necessary to regain control of areas dominated by the rebels, reported PTI.
» 12 Mar 2010, 6:08 pm
Kishore Chanda Deo committee opposes merger of AI-Indian AirlinesNew Delhi, Mar 12 : The Kishore Chandra Deo committee's fourth report has observed that the root cause of the ills plaguing the National Aviation Company India was the 'merger' of Indian Airlines and Air India.
» 12 Mar 2010, 1:37 pm
SC orders closure of police torture cellsHome >> Regional >> Islamabad >> SC orders closure of police torture cells The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the closure of police torture cells in private houses while a three-member bench headed by Justice Javed Iqbal has directed the Punjab government to issue show cause notices to the concerned DIGs, SPs in the police brutality case, a ...
» 12 Mar 2010, 9:04 am
Pakistan navy tests missiles in Arabian SeaPakistan's navy successfully test-fired a series of missiles and torpedoes Friday in what it called a message to "nefarious" forces - an apparent reference to longtime rival India.
» 12 Mar 2010, 4:20 am
Hopes dashed as police reveal British boy Sahil Saeed has NOT been...Hopes dashed as police reveal British boy Sahil Saeed has not been found after week-long kidnap ordeal in Pakistan By Mail Foreign Service Last updated at 11:15 AM on 11th March 2010 Hopes that a missing five-year-old British boy had been found were dashed today as the police chief leading the investigation in Pakistan confirmed the search is ...
» 11 Mar 2010, 11:57 pm
Political Consensus Sought on Women's Reservation Bill in IndiaIndia's Congress-led ruling alliance offers to build political consensus on contentious bill passed by upper house of parliament Anjana Pasricha New Delhi 11 March 2010 Congress party President Sonia Gandhi is greeted by women party workers after the Women's Reservation Bill was passed in the upper house of parliament, at her residence in New ...
» 11 Mar 2010, 7:33 pm
Narendra Modi is where the buck must stopIn international criminal law, culpability also stems from command responsibility... Preview of my next column... NEWS ANALYSIS Narendra Modi is where the buck must stop In international criminal law, culpability also stems from command responsibility Siddharth Varadarajan The Special Investigation Teama TMs decision to summon Narendra Modi marks ...
» 11 Mar 2010, 2:52 pm
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate BuddhismDHARMSALA, India a ' The Dalai Lama blasted Chinese authorities Wednesday, accusing them of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet as he commemorated a failed uprising against China's rule over the region.
» 11 Mar 2010, 10:15 am
Zee News
British Council launches IELTS scholarship for Indian students!In the backdrop of a decline in number of Indians opting for International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the British Council on Saturday launched a scholarship for students in the country who wish to study abroad.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
CJI bats for more women judges!Chief Justice of India KG Balakrishnan on Saturday batted for appointing more women judges and asserted that judiciary should help bridge socio-economic disparities.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
Women`s quota: Paswan for increase in Lok Sabha seats!LJP chief Ram Vilas Paswan on Saturday suggested that the Lok Sabha seats should be increased by a third so that women belonging to SC, ST, OBC and minority can be provided with adequate reservation.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
Govt forms committee to study possibility of CET!The government on Saturday set up a committee of Vice Chancellors to study Common Entrance Test for admission into professional courses and optimum utilisation of the infrastructure in universities.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
IIM-A empowers ex-defence personnel to bag corporate roles!A few lessons in management education at the elite B-school, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM-A), are empowering ex-armed forces personnel in bagging key roles in the corporate world.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
PM, Sonia shower praise on Karunanidhi!Seeking to dispel speculation of political realignment in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Saturday showered praise on DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi, describing him as a "pillar of strength" to UPA.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
`Dark forces of terror scuttle peace bids`!India on Saturday said it has repeatedly tried to have peace with Pakistan.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
Lalu ready to get marshalled out over Women`s bill!Toughening his stand against Women`s Reservation Bill, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad on Saturday said he would not get bowed down to any pressure and would continue fighting against the present form of the bill.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
CJI hopeful judicial infrastructure will get a facelift!Chief Justice of India KG Balakrishnan on Saturday mooted setting up of 4,000 more Gram Nayalayas for settling minor cases in rural areas.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
India rejects allegations of involvement in Lahore attack!"Unequivocally" condemning the allegations, India rejected charges of any involvement in such acts or activities.
» 13 Mar 2010, 3:03 pm
India eNews