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5 killed in fresh violence in Karachi
At least five people were shot dead on Wednesday in different incidents of target killings in Pakistan's financial capital Karachi.
At least five people were shot dead on Wednesday in different incidents of target killings in Pakistan's financial capital Karachi.
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Narayan Murthy receives awards from US university
Infosys chief mentor Narayana Murthy has been felicitated with the Global Leadership and Free Enterprise awards by the University of South Florida in recognition of his entrepreneurial spirit.
Infosys chief mentor Narayana Murthy has been felicitated with the Global Leadership and Free Enterprise awards by the University of South Florida in recognition of his entrepreneurial spirit.
Aarushi case: Lady cop's behaviour infuriates judge
A special Central Bureau of Investigation judge, hearing the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case, on Wednesday took exception to the behaviour of a woman police officer, who repeatedly laughed during the hearing.
A special Central Bureau of Investigation judge, hearing the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case, on Wednesday took exception to the behaviour of a woman police officer, who repeatedly laughed during the hearing.
Pak denies pilgrim visa to Sikhs: SGPC
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee on Wednesday alleged the Pakistan high commission had denied pilgrim visa to a group of Sikh devotees without assigning any reason.
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee on Wednesday alleged the Pakistan high commission had denied pilgrim visa to a group of Sikh devotees without assigning any reason.
'India must cut Iran oil imports substantially'
In her first interview to CNN-IBN's Suhasini Haider after taking over as the US Ambassador to India in April 2012, Nancy J Powell, compared India's 'lower'oil cuts unfavourably to Japan that has already received an American sanction waiver after it cut oil imports by a whopping 80 per cent in April. India has announced a 34 per cent cut so far.
In her first interview to CNN-IBN's Suhasini Haider after taking over as the US Ambassador to India in April 2012, Nancy J Powell, compared India's 'lower'oil cuts unfavourably to Japan that has already received an American sanction waiver after it cut oil imports by a whopping 80 per cent in April. India has announced a 34 per cent cut so far.
Anna Hazare shown black flags in Nagpur
An agitation was also held outside Chitnis Park Stadium at Mahal area where he was supposed to address a public rally in the evening as a part of his ongoing statewide tour. Some youth threw anti-Hazare handbills near Panchsheel Cinema in Ramdaspeth area.
An agitation was also held outside Chitnis Park Stadium at Mahal area where he was supposed to address a public rally in the evening as a part of his ongoing statewide tour. Some youth threw anti-Hazare handbills near Panchsheel Cinema in Ramdaspeth area.
Top Communist leader in trouble for supporting Bo Xilai
A group of veteran Communist Party of China (CPC) members have written to Hu asking for the sacking of leading politician Zhou Yongkang, who is the ninth member of the all powerful Standing Committee of politburo of the party, which rules the country, BBC reported.
A group of veteran Communist Party of China (CPC) members have written to Hu asking for the sacking of leading politician Zhou Yongkang, who is the ninth member of the all powerful Standing Committee of politburo of the party, which rules the country, BBC reported.
Pak directs officials to end NATO blockade
The Pakistan government has directed officials to finalise an agreement "as soon as possible" with the US to end a nearly six-month blockade of NATO supply routes to Afghanistan, Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said on Wednesday.
The Pakistan government has directed officials to finalise an agreement "as soon as possible" with the US to end a nearly six-month blockade of NATO supply routes to Afghanistan, Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said on Wednesday.
We support military action against pirates: Somali leader
Puntland, the breakaway state of Somalia, with its long coastline, has been known as a hub for pirates. But recent efforts by the Puntland administration have resulted in the pirates relocating to central Somalia beyond Puntland's control, according to the President of the Puntland State of Somalia, Adiranaman Mohamed Mahamud 'Farole'.
Puntland, the breakaway state of Somalia, with its long coastline, has been known as a hub for pirates. But recent efforts by the Puntland administration have resulted in the pirates relocating to central Somalia beyond Puntland's control, according to the President of the Puntland State of Somalia, Adiranaman Mohamed Mahamud 'Farole'.
What Clinton achieved in Delhi and what she didn't
Foreign direct investment in retail and Teesta water sharing 'certainly on the list
Foreign direct investment in retail and Teesta water sharing 'certainly on the list
Mayawati's parks, elephants and a Rs 40,000-crore scam
Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati's fad for building memorials and parks with umpteen statues of Dalit icons and elephants, the party symbol, has a dark side too. Clearly, there appears to be a huge scam behind every dream project of the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister.
Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati's fad for building memorials and parks with umpteen statues of Dalit icons and elephants, the party symbol, has a dark side too. Clearly, there appears to be a huge scam behind every dream project of the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister.
Indian American appointed to key Pentagon post
Vikram J Singh, who was the senior defense adviser to Richard Holbrooke, the erstwhile United States special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan, has been appointed to a key Pentagon post -- deputy assistant secretary of defense for south and Southeast Asia.
Vikram J Singh, who was the senior defense adviser to Richard Holbrooke, the erstwhile United States special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan, has been appointed to a key Pentagon post -- deputy assistant secretary of defense for south and Southeast Asia.
'God is not interested in our religious labels'
Sir Mota Singh, who grew up in Kenya playing cricket and studying the way legislation worked there during British rule, is one of the most outspoken champions of Sikh rights in the United Kingdom.
Sir Mota Singh, who grew up in Kenya playing cricket and studying the way legislation worked there during British rule, is one of the most outspoken champions of Sikh rights in the United Kingdom.
Clinton's Delhi visit not spectacular, but a step forward
United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's visit to New Delhi last week was to prepare ground for the next US-India Strategic Dialogue to be held in Washington, says Alok Bansal
United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's visit to New Delhi last week was to prepare ground for the next US-India Strategic Dialogue to be held in Washington, says Alok Bansal
Is the future of education leaving India in the dust?
The digital revolution in education is coming at a most opportune time for India. Leadership in this is something India could seize, if only it had the vision, feels Rajeev Srinivasan.
The digital revolution in education is coming at a most opportune time for India. Leadership in this is something India could seize, if only it had the vision, feels Rajeev Srinivasan.
Desis favour Obama for US President: Poll
The first-ever poll of Asian-American voters finds support for President Obama, but also room for outreach. Aziz Haniffa reports in this two-part series.
The first-ever poll of Asian-American voters finds support for President Obama, but also room for outreach. Aziz Haniffa reports in this two-part series.
Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura get high courts
The North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) and Other Related Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2012, passed by Rajya Sabha, will pave way for creation of High Courts in the three north-eastern states by amending the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.
The North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) and Other Related Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2012, passed by Rajya Sabha, will pave way for creation of High Courts in the three north-eastern states by amending the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.
Mayawati did not grant funds under the NRHM, claims BSP
Jumping to the rescue of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati following allegations of her involvement in the NRHM scam, the Bahujan Samaj Party said that though she held the family welfare department for two years she had no role in granting funds under the NRHM.
Jumping to the rescue of former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati following allegations of her involvement in the NRHM scam, the Bahujan Samaj Party said that though she held the family welfare department for two years she had no role in granting funds under the NRHM.
Indian American scientist quits top energy post
Obama on Tuesday withdrew Majumdar's nomination, which was sent to the Senate on November 30, 2011, the White House said in a statement.
Obama on Tuesday withdrew Majumdar's nomination, which was sent to the Senate on November 30, 2011, the White House said in a statement.
Maoist bandh affects three districts in Jharkhand
Normal life in the urban areas remained unaffected in Jharkhand's East and West Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharswan districts during the 'Bharat bandh' called by Maoists.
Normal life in the urban areas remained unaffected in Jharkhand's East and West Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharswan districts during the 'Bharat bandh' called by Maoists.
Quota promise not 'lolly pop' to get votes in UP: Khurshid
Asserting that decision to earmark 4.5 per cent sub-quota for minorities in government jobs was not a "lolly pop" to gain votes in Uttar Pradesh, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Kurshid said the government was committed to all round development of backwards.
Asserting that decision to earmark 4.5 per cent sub-quota for minorities in government jobs was not a "lolly pop" to gain votes in Uttar Pradesh, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Kurshid said the government was committed to all round development of backwards.
US to declare Dawood aides drug traffickers
India on Wednesday welcomed the United States move to designate underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two top aides Chhota Shakeel and Tiger Memon as key drug traffickers, saying it was a reaffirmation of India's stand and asked "those countries" "harbouring" them to bring them to justice.
India on Wednesday welcomed the United States move to designate underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two top aides Chhota Shakeel and Tiger Memon as key drug traffickers, saying it was a reaffirmation of India's stand and asked "those countries" "harbouring" them to bring them to justice.
Jaya govt launches ad blitzkrieg as it turns one
The extensive floral arrangements on the floor of the Tamil Nadu Assembly said it all. The Jayalalithaa government in the state had turned one and it was time to celebrate.
The extensive floral arrangements on the floor of the Tamil Nadu Assembly said it all. The Jayalalithaa government in the state had turned one and it was time to celebrate.
7172 corruption cases pending in courts: Govt
The central government on Wednesday informed that there are 7172 cases of corruption investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation are pending trial as on January 31, 2012 in various courts across the country.
The central government on Wednesday informed that there are 7172 cases of corruption investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation are pending trial as on January 31, 2012 in various courts across the country.
BSY on his 'most painful day': Will cooperate with CBI
A crestfallen former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa whose residences were raided by a joint team of Central Bureau of Investigation and I-T department sleuths on Wednesday, told the media in Bengaluru that the investigation agency is free to take all documents as he will cooperate with the probe.
A crestfallen former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa whose residences were raided by a joint team of Central Bureau of Investigation and I-T department sleuths on Wednesday, told the media in Bengaluru that the investigation agency is free to take all documents as he will cooperate with the probe.
Licence to chill: UK 'babus' take OLYMPIC break
While the whole world is waiting for the London Olympics -- the biggest sporting extravaganza on the planet -- civil servants in Britain may be awaiting the Games a tad more eagerly than others.
While the whole world is waiting for the London Olympics -- the biggest sporting extravaganza on the planet -- civil servants in Britain may be awaiting the Games a tad more eagerly than others.
Jagan case: Ex-secy, industrialist in 14-day custody
A court in Hyderabad on Wednesday remanded former special secretary to Andhra Pradesh government K V Bramhananda Reddy and noted industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad to 14-day judicial custody, who were arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy.
A court in Hyderabad on Wednesday remanded former special secretary to Andhra Pradesh government K V Bramhananda Reddy and noted industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad to 14-day judicial custody, who were arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy.
Take police help for getting N D Tiwari's blood sample: HC
The Delhi high court on Wednesday ordered its registrar to take police assistance for bringing defiant veteran Congress leader N D Tiwari in New Delhi for taking his blood sample to decide the paternity suit of a man claiming to be his son.
The Delhi high court on Wednesday ordered its registrar to take police assistance for bringing defiant veteran Congress leader N D Tiwari in New Delhi for taking his blood sample to decide the paternity suit of a man claiming to be his son.
Maoist bandh: Rural pockets in Ch'garh, Odisha hit
Four policemen were injured in an attack by Naxals, who first triggered a landmine blast and then opened fire at them in Sukma district in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh during their 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday, police said.
Four policemen were injured in an attack by Naxals, who first triggered a landmine blast and then opened fire at them in Sukma district in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh during their 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday, police said.
Chisti lands in controversy over remarks on judiciary
He may have gone home briefly with the Supreme Court's permission but Pakistani virologist Khaleel Chisti has left behind a controversy by his remarks against the judiciary in India.
He may have gone home briefly with the Supreme Court's permission but Pakistani virologist Khaleel Chisti has left behind a controversy by his remarks against the judiciary in India.
Uproar in LS as Sibal the only cabinet minister present
The Opposition on Wednesday created uproar in the Lok Sabha over the presence of just one cabinet minister during Zero Hour when it was raising matters of public importance.
The Opposition on Wednesday created uproar in the Lok Sabha over the presence of just one cabinet minister during Zero Hour when it was raising matters of public importance.
Pranab not informed about MPs photo-op, misses it
Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee was conspicuous by his absence at a joint group photograph of members of both the Houses on Wednesday to commemorate 60th anniversary of Parliament as he was not informed.
Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee was conspicuous by his absence at a joint group photograph of members of both the Houses on Wednesday to commemorate 60th anniversary of Parliament as he was not informed.
IAF launches search to trace out 'deserter' Wing Commander
The Indian Air Force authorities have launched a search operation to trace out a Wing Commander who allegedly escaped from custody of the force after being declared a deserter.
The Indian Air Force authorities have launched a search operation to trace out a Wing Commander who allegedly escaped from custody of the force after being declared a deserter.
Action taken against 7 'corrupt' IAS officers in 3 yrs
The government on Wednesday said that disciplinary action was initiated against seven Indian Administrative Service officers in the last three years for their alleged involvement in corruption
The government on Wednesday said that disciplinary action was initiated against seven Indian Administrative Service officers in the last three years for their alleged involvement in corruption
Foreigner extending support to Naxals: Government
An instance of a foreigner extending support to the Communist Party of India (Maoist) and its front organisations has come to notice, the government said on Wednesday.
An instance of a foreigner extending support to the Communist Party of India (Maoist) and its front organisations has come to notice, the government said on Wednesday.
India is the largest importer of arms: Antony
"As per a report published in March 2012 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India has become the largest importer of arms during 2007-11 and accounted for 10 per cent of global arms import as compared to to Chinese share of five per cent", Defence Minister A K told the House in a written reply.
"As per a report published in March 2012 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India has become the largest importer of arms during 2007-11 and accounted for 10 per cent of global arms import as compared to to Chinese share of five per cent", Defence Minister A K told the House in a written reply.
Chinese troops violated border 500 times in two years
Minister of State for Home Mullappally Ramachandran said there were 228 cases of transgression of the Indo-China border by the People's Liberation Army in 2010, 213 cases in 2011, and 64 cases till April 2012
Minister of State for Home Mullappally Ramachandran said there were 228 cases of transgression of the Indo-China border by the People's Liberation Army in 2010, 213 cases in 2011, and 64 cases till April 2012
Howitzer guns will soon be ready for army trials
In a written reply to the House, Defence Minister A K Antony said, "As per the Defence Acquisition Council decision of October 2011, Ordnance Factory Board is to manufacture 155mm Howitzers."
In a written reply to the House, Defence Minister A K Antony said, "As per the Defence Acquisition Council decision of October 2011, Ordnance Factory Board is to manufacture 155mm Howitzers."
Sukma collector Menon meets Jaya, thanks her
Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon, who was recently set free by Maoists after 12 days of captivity in Chhattisgarh, on Wednesday met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa and thanked her for urging the Centre to take steps for his release.
Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon, who was recently set free by Maoists after 12 days of captivity in Chhattisgarh, on Wednesday met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa and thanked her for urging the Centre to take steps for his release.
Terror outfits are lapping up the World Wide Web
The Mumbai attack perpetrated by Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayiba was an example of how terror outfits use latest available IT tools for their decisive motives, a top US commander has said, highlighting the role of cyber space in such events.
The Mumbai attack perpetrated by Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayiba was an example of how terror outfits use latest available IT tools for their decisive motives, a top US commander has said, highlighting the role of cyber space in such events.
Annandale row to be resolved amicably: Army chief
Army chief Gen V K Singh has said that efforts would be made to arrive at a mutually agreeable solution to the contentious Annandale ground issue.
Army chief Gen V K Singh has said that efforts would be made to arrive at a mutually agreeable solution to the contentious Annandale ground issue.
HC seeks Nupur's counter to CBI's reply to her bail plea
The Allahabad high court on Wednesday asked dentist Nupur Talwar, being tried along with her husband Rajesh in the twin murder case of their daughter Aarushi and domestic aide Hemraj, to reply to the Central Bureau of Investigation's response to her bail plea.
The Allahabad high court on Wednesday asked dentist Nupur Talwar, being tried along with her husband Rajesh in the twin murder case of their daughter Aarushi and domestic aide Hemraj, to reply to the Central Bureau of Investigation's response to her bail plea.
Anti-Naxal ops: CRPF seeks AFSPA cover for troops
The Central Reserve Police Force has sought the cover of Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act for its men conducting anti-Naxal operations at a time when continuance of the controversial Act in areas of Jammu and Kashmir and the North East is being debated.
The Central Reserve Police Force has sought the cover of Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act for its men conducting anti-Naxal operations at a time when continuance of the controversial Act in areas of Jammu and Kashmir and the North East is being debated.
Cannot close option of nuclear power: PM Singh
Strongly favouring nuclear power, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said there would be no compromise on safety of atomic plants and it would be harmful to close the additional source of energy.
Strongly favouring nuclear power, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said there would be no compromise on safety of atomic plants and it would be harmful to close the additional source of energy.
Pak SC issues contempt notice to Rehman Malik
Pakistan's supreme court on Wednesday issued a contempt notice to Interior Minister Rehman Malik for constituting a new investigating team to probe the alleged corruption in a state-run steel company without seeking its consent.
Pakistan's supreme court on Wednesday issued a contempt notice to Interior Minister Rehman Malik for constituting a new investigating team to probe the alleged corruption in a state-run steel company without seeking its consent.
Anti-India activities in Pak must stop, PM told Zardari
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh conveyed to Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari that India's concerns on terrorism have to be addressed and anti-India activities have to be stopped there if the people of India were to support and sustain progress in bilateral relations with Islamabad.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh conveyed to Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari that India's concerns on terrorism have to be addressed and anti-India activities have to be stopped there if the people of India were to support and sustain progress in bilateral relations with Islamabad.
Video: Khalil Chishti arrives in Pakistan
Ailing virologist Khalil Chishti, detained in Rajasthan for nearly two decades on a charge of involvement in a murder, arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday after being given special permission by India's Supreme Court to return home to meet his family.
Ailing virologist Khalil Chishti, detained in Rajasthan for nearly two decades on a charge of involvement in a murder, arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday after being given special permission by India's Supreme Court to return home to meet his family.
Pak Taliban releases video of jailbreak
The Pakistani Taliban have released a dramatic video of an attack by militants on a jail in the country's northwest that resulted in the escape of nearly 400 prisoners last month.
The Pakistani Taliban have released a dramatic video of an attack by militants on a jail in the country's northwest that resulted in the escape of nearly 400 prisoners last month.
Saeed serves legal notices on journos; seeks Rs 10 crore
The Lashkar-e-Tayiba founder Hafiz Mohammad Saeed has served legal notices on two Pakistani journalists for allegedly concocting a report about his secret meeting with United States Ambassador Cameron Munter, seeking Rs 10 crore as damages.
The Lashkar-e-Tayiba founder Hafiz Mohammad Saeed has served legal notices on two Pakistani journalists for allegedly concocting a report about his secret meeting with United States Ambassador Cameron Munter, seeking Rs 10 crore as damages.
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WATCH LIVE! Sachin's oath-taking ceremony in Rajya Sabha
WATCH LIVE! Sachin's oath-taking ceremony in Rajya Sabha
Amid raids, Yeddyurappa seeks bail
The Central Bureau of Investigation is conducting raids at the Bengaluru residence of former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa as part of its ongoing probe into alleged illegal mining. Searches area also on at the residences of his two sons and son-in-law.
The Central Bureau of Investigation is conducting raids at the Bengaluru residence of former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa as part of its ongoing probe into alleged illegal mining. Searches area also on at the residences of his two sons and son-in-law.
No place to go, Myanmarese seek refugee status in India
Living in tattered tents in Delhi, Myanmarese refugees from the Rohingyas community have been demanding refugee status in India, as they seek jobs and education for their children. Priyanka reports
Living in tattered tents in Delhi, Myanmarese refugees from the Rohingyas community have been demanding refugee status in India, as they seek jobs and education for their children. Priyanka reports
Shekhar Gupta sues Vinod Mehta for Rs 100 cr damages
Shekhar Gupta, editor-in-chief of the Indian Express group, has sent a legal notice to Vinod Mehta, editorial chairman of the Outlook group of publications, and Open magazine's editor and correspondent, seeking Rs 100 crore as damages, for an interview Mehta granted Open's correspondent Hartosh Singh Bal which, Gupta's lawyers said, contained 'defamatory and defamatory imputations'
Shekhar Gupta, editor-in-chief of the Indian Express group, has sent a legal notice to Vinod Mehta, editorial chairman of the Outlook group of publications, and Open magazine's editor and correspondent, seeking Rs 100 crore as damages, for an interview Mehta granted Open's correspondent Hartosh Singh Bal which, Gupta's lawyers said, contained 'defamatory and defamatory imputations'
'LS members get preferential treatment at Parl functions'
Rajya Sabha members alleged that their counterparts in Lok Sabha get preferential treatment at Parliamentary functions.
Rajya Sabha members alleged that their counterparts in Lok Sabha get preferential treatment at Parliamentary functions.
HC refuses to stop Sachin from taking oath in Rajya Sabha
The Delhi high court on Wednesday refused to restrain cricketer Sachin Tendulkar from taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member on a public interest litigation seeking quashing of his nomination to the Upper House.
The Delhi high court on Wednesday refused to restrain cricketer Sachin Tendulkar from taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member on a public interest litigation seeking quashing of his nomination to the Upper House.
Out of jail, a 'cheerful' Raja goes to Parliament
A Raja, the prime accused in 2G spectrum scam, came to Parliament a day after being released from Tihar jail where he was lodged after his arrest in the case on February 1 last year.
A Raja, the prime accused in 2G spectrum scam, came to Parliament a day after being released from Tihar jail where he was lodged after his arrest in the case on February 1 last year.
Set up body to self-regulate TV media: HC to govt
The Karnataka high court on Wednesday directed the Union government to set up a self regulatory body to monitor the broadcasting media in the country.
The Karnataka high court on Wednesday directed the Union government to set up a self regulatory body to monitor the broadcasting media in the country.
Conditional aid to Pak counterproductive: White House
The White House has strongly opposed the conditions on United States aid to Pakistan by the powerful House Armed Services Committee in the National Defence Authorisation for the fiscal year 2013.
The White House has strongly opposed the conditions on United States aid to Pakistan by the powerful House Armed Services Committee in the National Defence Authorisation for the fiscal year 2013.
Brahmin for President, anyone?
The Congress is on a search spree these days. To choose the next President. And, a new spokesperson for the party. All this, and more, in this week's Dilli Gupshup.
The Congress is on a search spree these days. To choose the next President. And, a new spokesperson for the party. All this, and more, in this week's Dilli Gupshup.
MUST READ: Sarkozy's lavish ex-presidential perks
France's outgoing President Nicolas Sarkozy and outgoing First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy leave the Elysee Palace at the end of a handover ceremony in Paris on Tuesday
France's outgoing President Nicolas Sarkozy and outgoing First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy leave the Elysee Palace at the end of a handover ceremony in Paris on Tuesday
Court orders identification parade in BMW hit-and-run
A local court on Wednesday granted permission to the Gurgaon police to carry out the identification parade of Suraj Sehrawat, main accused in the BMW hit-and-run case in which two persons were killed.
A local court on Wednesday granted permission to the Gurgaon police to carry out the identification parade of Suraj Sehrawat, main accused in the BMW hit-and-run case in which two persons were killed.
We have restored peace in Junglemahal, claims Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who will complete a year in office on May 20, has claimed that her government has been able to restore peace in Junglemahal with not a single death reported so far this year.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who will complete a year in office on May 20, has claimed that her government has been able to restore peace in Junglemahal with not a single death reported so far this year.
Blind Chinese dissident Chen gets US visa
Getting ready to travel to the United States on a fellowship, blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng spoke to American lawmakers for the second time in a week and gave a detailed account of his alleged persecution and that of his family by Chinese authorities.
Getting ready to travel to the United States on a fellowship, blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng spoke to American lawmakers for the second time in a week and gave a detailed account of his alleged persecution and that of his family by Chinese authorities.
AP cops tighten vigil over reports of Maoist resurgence
The Maoists are allegedly trying to regain their lost control and making their presence felt through violent acts like damaging communication network and roads. According to reports, the ultras have also started recruiting cadres in north Telangana districts
The Maoists are allegedly trying to regain their lost control and making their presence felt through violent acts like damaging communication network and roads. According to reports, the ultras have also started recruiting cadres in north Telangana districts
WATCH LIVE! All action in the Lok Sabha
WATCH LIVE! All action in the Lok Sabha
WATCH LIVE! All action in the Lok Sabha
World's most powerful man is worth only Rs 43.3 crore!
United States President Barack Obama's estimated assets for the last year are valued at $8 million (Rs 43.3 crore), his latest annual financial disclosure forms show and he has up to $1 million (Rs 5.4 crore) in the JP Morgan Chase, the bank which is under the Federal Bureau of Investigation scanner.
United States President Barack Obama's estimated assets for the last year are valued at $8 million (Rs 43.3 crore), his latest annual financial disclosure forms show and he has up to $1 million (Rs 5.4 crore) in the JP Morgan Chase, the bank which is under the Federal Bureau of Investigation scanner.
US slaps sanctions against Chhota Shakeel, Tiger Memon
The United States on Tuesday slapped sanctions against underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two top aides -- Chhota Shakeel and Tiger Memon -- for their role in drug trafficking in the region.
The United States on Tuesday slapped sanctions against underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two top aides -- Chhota Shakeel and Tiger Memon -- for their role in drug trafficking in the region.
In PHOTOS: Meet France's new power couple
Interesting bits of trivia about France's new power couple.
Interesting bits of trivia about France's new power couple.
In PHOTOS: Mexico's simmering volcano
Rediff.com brings you a few scintillating pictures of the Popocatepetl.
Rediff.com brings you a few scintillating pictures of the Popocatepetl.
9 killed in violence in Karachi, Quetta
The law and order situation in the capital cities of Pakistan's Sindh and Balochistan provinces continued to deteriorate today with nine people killed and several injured in both cities.
The law and order situation in the capital cities of Pakistan's Sindh and Balochistan provinces continued to deteriorate today with nine people killed and several injured in both cities.
Americans see Obama as solid favorite to win elections
As many as 56 per cent of Americans think incumbent Barack Obama will win the 2012 presidential election, compared with 36 per cent who think Mitt Romney will win, a poll said on Tuesday.
As many as 56 per cent of Americans think incumbent Barack Obama will win the 2012 presidential election, compared with 36 per cent who think Mitt Romney will win, a poll said on Tuesday.
US sanctions Dawood Ibrahim's two top aides
The United States on Tuesday designated underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two close aides as key drug traffickers and placed sanctions on them aimed at constricting their access to business and financial networks.
The United States on Tuesday designated underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's two close aides as key drug traffickers and placed sanctions on them aimed at constricting their access to business and financial networks.
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Pak's presence at NATO summit important: US
The United States on Tuesday said that North Atlantic Treaty Organisation countries have decided it is important to have participation of Pakistan at the Chicago Summit on Afghanistan hoping that Islamabad would be able to reopen the supply routes by then.
The United States on Tuesday said that North Atlantic Treaty Organisation countries have decided it is important to have participation of Pakistan at the Chicago Summit on Afghanistan hoping that Islamabad would be able to reopen the supply routes by then.
Two arrested in Jagan's alleged corruption case
Former special secretary to Andhra Pradesh government K V Bramhananda Reddy and noted industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad were arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday in connection with an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy.
Former special secretary to Andhra Pradesh government K V Bramhananda Reddy and noted industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad were arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday in connection with an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy.
Aarushi case: Probe-related CDs given to Talwar's counsel
Three probe-related CDs in the sensational double murder case of dentist couple Rajesh and Nupur Talwar's daughter Aarushi and domestic help Hemraj were on Tuesday handed over to the defence counsel in a court in Ghaziabad.
Three probe-related CDs in the sensational double murder case of dentist couple Rajesh and Nupur Talwar's daughter Aarushi and domestic help Hemraj were on Tuesday handed over to the defence counsel in a court in Ghaziabad.
No evidence in army chief's bribery charge so far?
As of now, the CBI has registered a preliminary enquiry against retired Lt Gen Tejinder Singh on a complaint filed by the army chief in which he has alleged that the retired army officer had offered him a bribe of Rs 14 crore for clearing a 'sub-standard' consignment of Tatra trucks
As of now, the CBI has registered a preliminary enquiry against retired Lt Gen Tejinder Singh on a complaint filed by the army chief in which he has alleged that the retired army officer had offered him a bribe of Rs 14 crore for clearing a 'sub-standard' consignment of Tatra trucks
A Raja walks out of jail, DMK workers celebrate
As the 49-year-old Lok Sabha MP stepped out of Gate no 4 of the Tihar jail, he was received by DMK MP from Kanyakumari J Halen Davidson.
As the 49-year-old Lok Sabha MP stepped out of Gate no 4 of the Tihar jail, he was received by DMK MP from Kanyakumari J Halen Davidson.
India encouraged LTTE in the 1980s: Book
The book, Gota's War, talks about India's "covert" role in LTTE's growth as the outfit undertook frequent terrorist strikes in the island.
The book, Gota's War, talks about India's "covert" role in LTTE's growth as the outfit undertook frequent terrorist strikes in the island.
Pak envoy meets Home Secy; bilateral talks on agenda
Though the meeting has been termed as 'courtesy call', sources said during their 30-minute deliberations, Malik discussed with Singh issues that were expected to figure at the bilateral talks scheduled to be held in Islamabad on May 24-25.
Though the meeting has been termed as 'courtesy call', sources said during their 30-minute deliberations, Malik discussed with Singh issues that were expected to figure at the bilateral talks scheduled to be held in Islamabad on May 24-25.
Sonia to talk to Oppn on Prez poll after budget session
Congress sources said the process of consultations initiated by party chief and UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi was a three-stage affair.
Congress sources said the process of consultations initiated by party chief and UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi was a three-stage affair.
Eboo Patel receives interfaith Guru Nanak award
"When you start a prize with the Dalai Lama, how do you keep it going?" asked Thomas P DiNapoli, New York State comptroller, at the Guru Nanak Interfaith Prize event in New York, April 18.
"When you start a prize with the Dalai Lama, how do you keep it going?" asked Thomas P DiNapoli, New York State comptroller, at the Guru Nanak Interfaith Prize event in New York, April 18.
DMK will stand by Raja, says Karunanidhi
Backing his party colleague A Raja, prime accused in 2G spectrum scam, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi on Tuesday expressed happiness over his securing bail.
Backing his party colleague A Raja, prime accused in 2G spectrum scam, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi on Tuesday expressed happiness over his securing bail.
'I would have to work 50 yrs to be worthy of this award'
One of his earliest memories of childhood that interfaith leader and bestselling author Dr Eboo Patel remembers is that of his father's friend Ajit Uncle. Eboo was about four or five when he asked the question that has been bothering him: What is on your head?
One of his earliest memories of childhood that interfaith leader and bestselling author Dr Eboo Patel remembers is that of his father's friend Ajit Uncle. Eboo was about four or five when he asked the question that has been bothering him: What is on your head?
Two victims of Nepal plane crash from Tamil Nadu
Two of the 15 people killed in the plane crash near high-altitude Jomsom airport in northern Nepal on Monday were from Tamil Nadu. The victims were Latha Sreekanth from Chennai and L S Sudarsanam of Kumbakanam.
Two of the 15 people killed in the plane crash near high-altitude Jomsom airport in northern Nepal on Monday were from Tamil Nadu. The victims were Latha Sreekanth from Chennai and L S Sudarsanam of Kumbakanam.
Lokpal bill sans Lokayuktas may be in RS on Monday
The Lokpal bill is expected to be brought in the Rajya Sabha on Monday with some key amendments including removal of the provisions for setting up of Lokayuktas in states.
The Lokpal bill is expected to be brought in the Rajya Sabha on Monday with some key amendments including removal of the provisions for setting up of Lokayuktas in states.
California Senate honours Consul General Parthasarathi
As a part of cultivating relationship with India and the Indian Diaspora, California Senate majority leader Ellen M Corbett (San Leandro Democrat) on April 23 honoured N Parthasarathi, India's consul general in San Francisco, on the floor of the senate in the state Capitol.
As a part of cultivating relationship with India and the Indian Diaspora, California Senate majority leader Ellen M Corbett (San Leandro Democrat) on April 23 honoured N Parthasarathi, India's consul general in San Francisco, on the floor of the senate in the state Capitol.
Investigation ordered into Illinois jail deaths
After two deaths, including that of Mumbai native Lyvita Gomes (India Abroad, January 27), and a hue and cry about the treatment of inmates in the Lake County, Illinois, jail, Sheriff Mark Curran Jr has appointed a private attorney to independently investigate the incidents.
After two deaths, including that of Mumbai native Lyvita Gomes (India Abroad, January 27), and a hue and cry about the treatment of inmates in the Lake County, Illinois, jail, Sheriff Mark Curran Jr has appointed a private attorney to independently investigate the incidents.
Statue fraud could be worth Rs 40,000 crore: Akhilesh
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has claimed that an alleged financial fraud to the tune of Rs 40,000 crore could emerge in the installation of statues of elephants and memorials by the previous Mayawati government in the state. Akhilesh made the claim a day after a search was carried out by the police at the office of Rajkiya Nirman Nigam in Gomti Nagar for alleged irregularities in erection of statues of elephants at parks in Lucknow and Noida.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has claimed that an alleged financial fraud to the tune of Rs 40,000 crore could emerge in the installation of statues of elephants and memorials by the previous Mayawati government in the state. Akhilesh made the claim a day after a search was carried out by the police at the office of Rajkiya Nirman Nigam in Gomti Nagar for alleged irregularities in erection of statues of elephants at parks in Lucknow and Noida.
EXPLAINED: Controversy over Chidambaram, Aircel-Maxis
Is P Chidambaram in serious trouble? What is the alleged Aircel-Maxis scam? Does Chidambaram and his son have an alleged role in it? With the help of investigative reporter J Gopikrishnan, we shed some light on the controversial issue.
Is P Chidambaram in serious trouble? What is the alleged Aircel-Maxis scam? Does Chidambaram and his son have an alleged role in it? With the help of investigative reporter J Gopikrishnan, we shed some light on the controversial issue.
Jayalalithaa on Raja's bail: 2G case getting diluted
As former telecom minister A Raja secured bail in the 2G spectrum case, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Tuesday said the case appeared to be getting "diluted". Jayalalithaa was replying to a question from reporters on a Delhi court granting bail to Raja, the prime accused in the case, 15 months after he was sent to jail.
As former telecom minister A Raja secured bail in the 2G spectrum case, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Tuesday said the case appeared to be getting "diluted". Jayalalithaa was replying to a question from reporters on a Delhi court granting bail to Raja, the prime accused in the case, 15 months after he was sent to jail.
B'desh court bars publication of novel on 1975 coup
Bangladesh's high court on Tuesday banned the publication of a political novel by popular writer Humayun Ahmed for "distortion of historical facts" about the assassination of the country's founder Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with most of his family members in the 1975 coup.
Bangladesh's high court on Tuesday banned the publication of a political novel by popular writer Humayun Ahmed for "distortion of historical facts" about the assassination of the country's founder Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with most of his family members in the 1975 coup.
Monsoon to hit Kerala on June 1
Monsoon will hit the Kerala coast on June 1, setting the stage for the four-month annual rainfall season crucial for India's agriculture-based economy. "The date of onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala is likely to be on June 1 with a model error of four days," the India Meteorological Department announced on Tuesday.
Monsoon will hit the Kerala coast on June 1, setting the stage for the four-month annual rainfall season crucial for India's agriculture-based economy. "The date of onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala is likely to be on June 1 with a model error of four days," the India Meteorological Department announced on Tuesday.
Top 20 photos that will make you go WOW!
We bring you some of the best photographs from across the world.
We bring you some of the best photographs from across the world.
EU forces strike at Somali pirates land bases
Deploying helicopter gunships and airborne troops, the European Union on Tuesday for the first time struck land bases of Somali pirates, sinking five fast patrol boats of the sea-bandits, who have plagued vital oil shipping lanes across the Indian Ocean.
Deploying helicopter gunships and airborne troops, the European Union on Tuesday for the first time struck land bases of Somali pirates, sinking five fast patrol boats of the sea-bandits, who have plagued vital oil shipping lanes across the Indian Ocean.
Musharraf's visit to China creates controversy
Former Pakistan president Gen Pervez Musharraf, a proclaimed offender against whom an arrest warrant is pending in the Benazir Bhutto assassination case, was extended "courtesies" by the Pakistani embassy in Beijing during his visit last week, stirring up a controversy back home.
Former Pakistan president Gen Pervez Musharraf, a proclaimed offender against whom an arrest warrant is pending in the Benazir Bhutto assassination case, was extended "courtesies" by the Pakistani embassy in Beijing during his visit last week, stirring up a controversy back home.
Mirchpur Dalit killings: HC rejects bail pleas of 3 convicts
The Delhi high court on Tuesday denied bail to three persons, convicted along with 12 others in the 2010 Mirchpur Dalit killings case. A bench of justices S Ravindra Bhat and S P Garg dismissed the interim bail applications of convicts Kulwinder, Dharambir and Ramphal, after perusing the reports furnished by the senior superintendent of police of Hissar district in Haryana.
The Delhi high court on Tuesday denied bail to three persons, convicted along with 12 others in the 2010 Mirchpur Dalit killings case. A bench of justices S Ravindra Bhat and S P Garg dismissed the interim bail applications of convicts Kulwinder, Dharambir and Ramphal, after perusing the reports furnished by the senior superintendent of police of Hissar district in Haryana.
Over 30 tigers dead in more than four months: Govt
Notwithstanding efforts by the government to conserve tigers, as many as 32 big cats have died in the country in the last over four months, even as the latest official data showed an increasing trend in the national animals population estimates.
Notwithstanding efforts by the government to conserve tigers, as many as 32 big cats have died in the country in the last over four months, even as the latest official data showed an increasing trend in the national animals population estimates.
Maoists detain train in Jharkhand
Maoists detained the Tata-Bilaspur passenger train near Posaita Station in Saranda forest in Jharkhand and hung a one-kg can bomb in front of the engine before engaging security personnel in an encounter, the police said.
Maoists detained the Tata-Bilaspur passenger train near Posaita Station in Saranda forest in Jharkhand and hung a one-kg can bomb in front of the engine before engaging security personnel in an encounter, the police said.
Disclose how army chief's letter was leaked: BJP to govt
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday asked the government to disclose how a highly sensitive letter written by Army Chief Gen V K Singh to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on the state ofdefence preparedness was leaked.
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday asked the government to disclose how a highly sensitive letter written by Army Chief Gen V K Singh to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on the state ofdefence preparedness was leaked.
China protests British PM's meeting with Dalai Lama
China on Tuesday took strong exception to British Prime Minister David Cameron's meeting with the Dalai Lama and lodged diplomatic protests accusing the United Kingdom of interfering in its internal affairs by playing up the Tibet issue.
China on Tuesday took strong exception to British Prime Minister David Cameron's meeting with the Dalai Lama and lodged diplomatic protests accusing the United Kingdom of interfering in its internal affairs by playing up the Tibet issue.
CPM moves privilege notice against Ajit Singh
"We have tabled a notice of privilege against the civil aviation minister in the House and demanded that he come and explain why he made policy statements on the issue outside when Parliament is in session," CPI-M leader Basudeb Acharia told reporters in New Delhi
"We have tabled a notice of privilege against the civil aviation minister in the House and demanded that he come and explain why he made policy statements on the issue outside when Parliament is in session," CPI-M leader Basudeb Acharia told reporters in New Delhi
Chronology: How the 2G scam case UNFOLDED
Following is the chronology of the events in the 2G spectrum allocation scam in which the prime accused and former Telecom Minister A Raja was on Tuesday granted bail:
Following is the chronology of the events in the 2G spectrum allocation scam in which the prime accused and former Telecom Minister A Raja was on Tuesday granted bail:
Katju writes to Zardari, pleads for Sarabjit's release
Days after the Supreme Court gave nod to Pakistani prisoner Khalil Chishti to visit his country, Press Council Chairperson Justice Markandey Katju has appealed to Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari to grant freedom to Sarabjit Singh, who is lodged in a jail there. In a letter addressed to Zardari, he said, "The Indian Supreme Court had recently allowed Chishti to go back to Pakistan. I, therefore, appeal to you in the name of humanity to release Sarabjit Singh," he wrote.
Days after the Supreme Court gave nod to Pakistani prisoner Khalil Chishti to visit his country, Press Council Chairperson Justice Markandey Katju has appealed to Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari to grant freedom to Sarabjit Singh, who is lodged in a jail there. In a letter addressed to Zardari, he said, "The Indian Supreme Court had recently allowed Chishti to go back to Pakistan. I, therefore, appeal to you in the name of humanity to release Sarabjit Singh," he wrote.
UK phone hacking: Ex-News Intl CEO Rebekah Brooks charged
Rebekah Brooks, a close aide of media baron Rupert Murdoch and former chief executive of News International, will face charges of perjury in connection with the phone-hacking scandal, the Crown Prosecution Service said on Tuesday.
Rebekah Brooks, a close aide of media baron Rupert Murdoch and former chief executive of News International, will face charges of perjury in connection with the phone-hacking scandal, the Crown Prosecution Service said on Tuesday.
Haryana: Doctor held for carrying out illegal abortion
The ultrasound centre where the scan was carried out a month back that revealed the status of the unborn child as that of a female was also sealed after the authorities carried out a raid at the two premises late Monday night.
The ultrasound centre where the scan was carried out a month back that revealed the status of the unborn child as that of a female was also sealed after the authorities carried out a raid at the two premises late Monday night.
Illegal mining case: FIR against Yeddyurappa, kin
The Central Bureau of Investigation filed its first information report (FIR) against former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa on Tuesday in the illegal mining case.
The Central Bureau of Investigation filed its first information report (FIR) against former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa on Tuesday in the illegal mining case.
Pak President sends special aircraft to bring back Chishti
The special jet will fly the 82-year-old Chishti from New Delhi to Pakistan, where he will be received on his arrival by Interior Minister Rehman Malik, official sources said.
The special jet will fly the 82-year-old Chishti from New Delhi to Pakistan, where he will be received on his arrival by Interior Minister Rehman Malik, official sources said.
Sangma meets Jaya amid talk of tribal for President
Former Lok Sabha Speaker P A Sangma on Tuesday met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief J Jayalalithaa against the backdrop of him favouring a tribal candidate as the next President
Former Lok Sabha Speaker P A Sangma on Tuesday met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief J Jayalalithaa against the backdrop of him favouring a tribal candidate as the next President
WATCH: A Raja gets BAIL in 2G spectrum scam case
On the apprehension of the CBI that if granted bail Raja may influence witnesses and tamper with evidence, the court said it addressed them by imposing conditions and restrictions on the accused.
On the apprehension of the CBI that if granted bail Raja may influence witnesses and tamper with evidence, the court said it addressed them by imposing conditions and restrictions on the accused.
Govt to take steps for return of Indians stranded in Angola
The government on Tuesday said it is aware of the plight of the 1,200 Indian workers stranded in Angola and will take all necessary steps for their return. "The government is taking steps for their return," Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said in the Rajya Sabha.
The government on Tuesday said it is aware of the plight of the 1,200 Indian workers stranded in Angola and will take all necessary steps for their return. "The government is taking steps for their return," Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi said in the Rajya Sabha.
CAG blasts dept of space on Antrix-Devas deal
The Comptroller and Auditor General has come down heavily on the Department of Space, particularly on its former Secretary G Madhavan Nair, in the controversial Antrix-Devas deal alleging numerous rules and policies were violated and facts concealed to favour a private company.
The Comptroller and Auditor General has come down heavily on the Department of Space, particularly on its former Secretary G Madhavan Nair, in the controversial Antrix-Devas deal alleging numerous rules and policies were violated and facts concealed to favour a private company.
DMK welcomes court's decision to grant bail to Raja
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Tuesday welcomed the decision of a Delhi court to grant bail to former telecom minister A Raja, who was arrested 15 months ago in connection with the 2G spectrum scam.
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Tuesday welcomed the decision of a Delhi court to grant bail to former telecom minister A Raja, who was arrested 15 months ago in connection with the 2G spectrum scam.
Odisha rejects home ministry's remark on Naxal violence
Rejecting the Centre's charge that the Odisha government has failed to contain left-wing extremism, the state's director general of police on Tuesday claimed that Naxal violence had declined in 2011 compared to the year before. "The Naxal situation in most parts of the state had been controlled while it was a cause of concern for the state government in areas bordering Chattishgarh," Director General of Police Manmohan Praharaj wrote to Union Home Secretary R K Singh.
Rejecting the Centre's charge that the Odisha government has failed to contain left-wing extremism, the state's director general of police on Tuesday claimed that Naxal violence had declined in 2011 compared to the year before. "The Naxal situation in most parts of the state had been controlled while it was a cause of concern for the state government in areas bordering Chattishgarh," Director General of Police Manmohan Praharaj wrote to Union Home Secretary R K Singh.
PIX: Indian Americans rally in support of Dharun Ravi
More than 500 rally in Trenton, New Jersey, in favour of no prison time for ex-Rutgers student Dharun Ravi convicted of a hate crime, reports Arthur J Pais.
More than 500 rally in Trenton, New Jersey, in favour of no prison time for ex-Rutgers student Dharun Ravi convicted of a hate crime, reports Arthur J Pais.
Lahore traders sue over India's Lashkar slur
A Pakistani court has directed three men to drop the Indian high commission from the list of respondents in their petition seeking protection from authorities after reports in the Indian media described them as operatives of the banned Lashkar e Tayiba. The Lahore high court directed the three men -- traders Mehtab Butt and Atif Butt and security guard Babar Shabbir -- to file an amended petition after deleting the name of the Indian mission from the list of respondents
A Pakistani court has directed three men to drop the Indian high commission from the list of respondents in their petition seeking protection from authorities after reports in the Indian media described them as operatives of the banned Lashkar e Tayiba. The Lahore high court directed the three men -- traders Mehtab Butt and Atif Butt and security guard Babar Shabbir -- to file an amended petition after deleting the name of the Indian mission from the list of respondents
Gurgaon hit-and-run: BMW owner's son surrenders, gets bail
Suraj Singh Sherawat, son of the owner of the BMW car involved in a hit-and-run case on May 5, surrendered on Tuesday in a court in Gurgoan and was released on bail.
Suraj Singh Sherawat, son of the owner of the BMW car involved in a hit-and-run case on May 5, surrendered on Tuesday in a court in Gurgoan and was released on bail.
Indian Americans rally in support of Dharun Ravi
The rally, which many people said was unprecedented for the Indian community, was held in Trenton, New Jersey, on Monday in front of the State House and called for the former Rutgers student to receive no prison time for the hate crime conviction he received for using a webcam to spy on his roommate Tyler Clementi and another man kissing
The rally, which many people said was unprecedented for the Indian community, was held in Trenton, New Jersey, on Monday in front of the State House and called for the former Rutgers student to receive no prison time for the hate crime conviction he received for using a webcam to spy on his roommate Tyler Clementi and another man kissing
Look East policy should include West too: European envoys
Diplomats of European countries have called on Nagaland Governor Nikhil Kumar and Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio amidst a controversy in New Delhi over their 'uninformed' visit to the North-Eastern state. The diplomats discussed the possibilities of enhancing cooperation between India and EU in various fields pertaining to the N-E region and Nagaland in particular during their meetings with Kumar and Rio on Monday, official sources said
Diplomats of European countries have called on Nagaland Governor Nikhil Kumar and Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio amidst a controversy in New Delhi over their 'uninformed' visit to the North-Eastern state. The diplomats discussed the possibilities of enhancing cooperation between India and EU in various fields pertaining to the N-E region and Nagaland in particular during their meetings with Kumar and Rio on Monday, official sources said
BJP to rake up PC's role in Aircel-Maxis issue again
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday expressed dissatisfaction over the government's response to the Aircel-Maxis controversy, allegedly involving Home Minister P Chidambaram's family members, and said it would demand a discussion on the issue in both Houses.At the weekly BJP Parliamentary Party meeting, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Arun Jaitley briefed the members about the Aircel-Maxis issue.
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday expressed dissatisfaction over the government's response to the Aircel-Maxis controversy, allegedly involving Home Minister P Chidambaram's family members, and said it would demand a discussion on the issue in both Houses.At the weekly BJP Parliamentary Party meeting, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Arun Jaitley briefed the members about the Aircel-Maxis issue.
India can offer its services to RESOLVE US-Iran row
New Delhi, as the only agent that enjoys trust in all the key capitals, must offer itself as a back-channel interlocutor, says Ajai Shukla
New Delhi, as the only agent that enjoys trust in all the key capitals, must offer itself as a back-channel interlocutor, says Ajai Shukla
Another shocking honour killing: Couple burnt alive in Bihar
In a suspected case of honour killing, a widowed woman who had recently remarried against her family's wishes was burnt alive along with her husband in Raksha Basatpur village in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district. Raj Kumari alias Radha Devi, who was in her early 30s, and her husband were allegedly killed by her brothers, said the police.
In a suspected case of honour killing, a widowed woman who had recently remarried against her family's wishes was burnt alive along with her husband in Raksha Basatpur village in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district. Raj Kumari alias Radha Devi, who was in her early 30s, and her husband were allegedly killed by her brothers, said the police.
Ex-Sri Lanka army chief Fonseka to be freed soon: Sources
Jailed former Sri Lankan army chief Sarath Fonseka, who led the successful battle against the Tamil Tigers, might be released within the next few days, presidential sources in Colombo said.
Jailed former Sri Lankan army chief Sarath Fonseka, who led the successful battle against the Tamil Tigers, might be released within the next few days, presidential sources in Colombo said.
IMAGES: Rekha takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP
Cine superstar Rekha took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, becoming yet another personality from the tinsel town to enter the portals of Parliament.
Cine superstar Rekha took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, becoming yet another personality from the tinsel town to enter the portals of Parliament.
7 nurses left without ID papers rescued in Saudi Arabia
The nurses were stranded in two separate cases without papers, an official working with the labour section of the Indian embassy said
The nurses were stranded in two separate cases without papers, an official working with the labour section of the Indian embassy said
WATCH LIVE! Uproar in Lok Sabha over IPL fixing sting
WATCH LIVE! Uproar in Lok Sabha over IPL fixing sting
WATCH LIVE! Uproar in Lok Sabha over IPL fixing sting
T N Seshan: The man who would never back down
Ignoring threats and entrenched interests, the admired and controversial T N Seshan helped clean up India's elections. T E Narasimhan meets the changemaker in retirement
Ignoring threats and entrenched interests, the admired and controversial T N Seshan helped clean up India's elections. T E Narasimhan meets the changemaker in retirement
World's 25 most powerful landscape PHOTOS
Rediff.com showcases some of the most vibrant landscape snaps from around the world
Rediff.com showcases some of the most vibrant landscape snaps from around the world
Republican Romney takes lead over Obama: Poll
Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, has taken a narrow three per cent lead over United States President Barack Obama, who is seeking re-election, a national opinion poll has said. Though the three per cent still falls under the margin of error, it assumes significance as Obama and Romney were tied at 46 per cent in the same poll conducted in April by the CBS News-The New York Times poll.
Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, has taken a narrow three per cent lead over United States President Barack Obama, who is seeking re-election, a national opinion poll has said. Though the three per cent still falls under the margin of error, it assumes significance as Obama and Romney were tied at 46 per cent in the same poll conducted in April by the CBS News-The New York Times poll.
What Indian politicians FEAR the most!
India's modern-day politicians across parties seem unable to handle even the mildest hint of ridicule
India's modern-day politicians across parties seem unable to handle even the mildest hint of ridicule
Pakistan has to STOP playing games with terror groups
Unless Pakistan's military leaders awaken to the dangers that lie ahead from the Islamist extremist threat, it may eventually overwhelm the Pakistani state, warns Lisa Curtis
Unless Pakistan's military leaders awaken to the dangers that lie ahead from the Islamist extremist threat, it may eventually overwhelm the Pakistani state, warns Lisa Curtis
Bodies of Nepal crash victims to be handed over to kin
The bodies of 13 Indian pilgrims who died in a plane crash in northern Nepal will be handed over to their relatives on Tuesday after the process of postmortem is completed. The bodies were airlifted to Kathmandu on Monday, according to Agni Air staff.
The bodies of 13 Indian pilgrims who died in a plane crash in northern Nepal will be handed over to their relatives on Tuesday after the process of postmortem is completed. The bodies were airlifted to Kathmandu on Monday, according to Agni Air staff.
Bobby Jindal, the next American vice-president?
Indian American Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal has a good chance of being selected as vice-presidential running mate of Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, a media report has said.
Indian American Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal has a good chance of being selected as vice-presidential running mate of Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, a media report has said.
WATCH LIVE! Rekha's oath ceremony in Rajya Sabha
WATCH LIVE! Rekha's oath ceremony in Rajya Sabha
WATCH LIVE! Rekha's oath ceremony in Rajya Sabha
MUST READ FACTS: Aircraft carrier INS Viraat turns 25
The sole aircraft carrier of the country, INS Viraat has completed 25 years of its active service with the Indian Navy. We bring you some facts about the aircraft carrier
The sole aircraft carrier of the country, INS Viraat has completed 25 years of its active service with the Indian Navy. We bring you some facts about the aircraft carrier
Ron Paul suspends his US presidential campaign
Texas Congressman Ron Paul has suspended his presidential campaign, thus ending Mitt Romney's last remaining primary challenge.
Texas Congressman Ron Paul has suspended his presidential campaign, thus ending Mitt Romney's last remaining primary challenge.
IN PICS: The 10 WORST aviation disasters
From deadly terror strikes to inclement weather -- the reasons behind air crashes could be many, as massive disasters thousands of feet above the ground still continues to be a murky reality.
From deadly terror strikes to inclement weather -- the reasons behind air crashes could be many, as massive disasters thousands of feet above the ground still continues to be a murky reality.
Maya's jumbo troubles: Statues expose Rs 60-crore scam!
The Lucknow police have begun a probe into an alleged financial fraud in the elephants statues installed by the Bahujam Samaj Party government in Lucknow and Noida.
The Lucknow police have begun a probe into an alleged financial fraud in the elephants statues installed by the Bahujam Samaj Party government in Lucknow and Noida.
3 killed in Quetta market explosion
A car bomb targetted a security forces convoy in a crowded market of Pakistan's Quetta city on Monday, killing three people, including paramilitary personnel and a woman.
A car bomb targetted a security forces convoy in a crowded market of Pakistan's Quetta city on Monday, killing three people, including paramilitary personnel and a woman.
US-Pak have made considerable progress on NATO routes
The United States on Monday said it had made "considerable progress" with Pakistan in negotiations on the re-opening of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation supply routes to Afghanistan, on the eve of crucial meetings in Pakistan to discuss the issue.
The United States on Monday said it had made "considerable progress" with Pakistan in negotiations on the re-opening of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation supply routes to Afghanistan, on the eve of crucial meetings in Pakistan to discuss the issue.
US seeks protection for the Dalai Lama
The United States on Monday urged all people concerned to protect the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in view of allegations of a Chinese plot to assassinate him.
The United States on Monday urged all people concerned to protect the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in view of allegations of a Chinese plot to assassinate him.
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Former Indian min's wife gets the 'SRK treatment'
In an incident reminiscent of what happened to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan recently, security officials at New York's JFK airport May 3 detained and questioned Usha Krishnakumar, he wife of former Indian minister S Krishnakumar.
In an incident reminiscent of what happened to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan recently, security officials at New York's JFK airport May 3 detained and questioned Usha Krishnakumar, he wife of former Indian minister S Krishnakumar.
Indian-origin legislator puts political career on pause
Ohio legislator Jay Goyal, who was elected to the state House of Representatives at age 25 -- the youngest to win a seat to state office in at least three decades since current US Senator Sherrod Brown won his seat from the same district -- has decided to not run for re-election for a fourth term.
Ohio legislator Jay Goyal, who was elected to the state House of Representatives at age 25 -- the youngest to win a seat to state office in at least three decades since current US Senator Sherrod Brown won his seat from the same district -- has decided to not run for re-election for a fourth term.
Doctors discuss healers' hurdles at AAPI conference
J-1 visa, Green Card backlog issues permeate AAPI conference. Aziz Haniffa reports
J-1 visa, Green Card backlog issues permeate AAPI conference. Aziz Haniffa reports
Khalil Chisti reaches Delhi enroute to Pak
Pakistani microbiologist Khalil Chisti reached New Delhi on Monday night from Ajmer as he set out on his journey back home for a temporary period, after spending almost two decades in India.
Pakistani microbiologist Khalil Chisti reached New Delhi on Monday night from Ajmer as he set out on his journey back home for a temporary period, after spending almost two decades in India.
Angola hostage crisis: Parties urge govt to intervene
Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson and Rajya Sabha member Prakash Javadekar has said that the party plans to the issue of Angola in Parliament where the government in power has confisicated the passports of agitating Indians working in various companies and refusing to return them, thereby not allowing them to return to their country of origin.
Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson and Rajya Sabha member Prakash Javadekar has said that the party plans to the issue of Angola in Parliament where the government in power has confisicated the passports of agitating Indians working in various companies and refusing to return them, thereby not allowing them to return to their country of origin.
Maoists abduct BJP leader, a trader in C'garh
Maoists on Monday kidnapped two people, including a local Bharatiya Janata Party leader, in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh in separate incidents.
Maoists on Monday kidnapped two people, including a local Bharatiya Janata Party leader, in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh in separate incidents.
Are we surrendering our minds?
Are we submerging our individual abilities, memories and consciousness to a larger anonymous cloud over which we have no control? Is this a surrender of our mind to an omniscient, omnipotent Viswa Chaitanya, a Universal Consciousness that the great scientists or rishis dreamed of?
Are we submerging our individual abilities, memories and consciousness to a larger anonymous cloud over which we have no control? Is this a surrender of our mind to an omniscient, omnipotent Viswa Chaitanya, a Universal Consciousness that the great scientists or rishis dreamed of?
US troops told to BEHAVE at upcoming NATO summit
No alcohol, no prostitutes. This is the stern message the head of the United States Northern Command has sent to his troops supporting the upcoming North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit in Chicago, the hometown of President Barack Obama.
No alcohol, no prostitutes. This is the stern message the head of the United States Northern Command has sent to his troops supporting the upcoming North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit in Chicago, the hometown of President Barack Obama.
Sibal opposes cartoons on political class in textbooks
Holding that the issue is not about the content of the cartoons but about their inclusion in textbooks, he said the impression should not go to the world that the political class is corrupt and bereft of any principles.
Holding that the issue is not about the content of the cartoons but about their inclusion in textbooks, he said the impression should not go to the world that the political class is corrupt and bereft of any principles.
India News - Thu, May 10, 2012
Rajeev Srinivasan: Why Indian education sucks!
'Indian education has, after Independence, produced nothing whatsoever -- yes, absolutely nothing -- of global calibre. Not one earth-shaking discovery or invention, not one outstanding theoretical insight!' Rajeev Srinivasan on how Indian education is unable to anticipate what the future holds.
'Indian education has, after Independence, produced nothing whatsoever -- yes, absolutely nothing -- of global calibre. Not one earth-shaking discovery or invention, not one outstanding theoretical insight!' Rajeev Srinivasan on how Indian education is unable to anticipate what the future holds.
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