rediff.com: Today's Headlines - 17 February, 2014

LIVE! 26/11 call record issue may suffer under Maria: Vinita Kamte
Raje follows in Rahul's footsteps, travels in general compartment - 23:24 IST
Cong close to finalising candidates for 100 Lok Sabha seats - 22:41 IST
Amid talk of resignation, Kiran Reddy transfers key aides - 22:38 IST
'Govt can pass T-Bill in LS only amid noise and din' - 22:03 IST
Congress may not make substantial gains in Telangana - 20:59 IST
Jagan stages dharna for United AP in Delhi; courts arrest - 20:42 IST
Will AAP pit Shazia Ilmi against Sonia Gandhi from Rae Bareli? - 20:26 IST
How these two Harvard professors made India their second home - 20:23 IST
Maharashtra govt defends Rakesh Maria's appointment; dissent grows - 20:16 IST
Demands for frisking of Members of Parliament fizzle out - 19:55 IST
SC verdict on plea of convicts in Rajiv Gandhi case on Tuesday - 19:38 IST
How MPs guarded Chidambaram during his budget speech - 19:31 IST
Telangana Bill: Government seeks BJP's support - 19:03 IST
Cong sinking ship, Left will face further rejection: Mamata - 18:57 IST
SC asks Centre to respond on safety measures at Kudankulam - 18:54 IST
Pride, prejudice and irony at DMK state conference - 18:50 IST
Opposition should help pass bills on which there's consensus: Rahul - 17:43 IST
Kodnani 'suffering from suicidal impulse'; SC extends bail - 17:33 IST
SC refuses to entertain plea on Telangana - 16:50 IST
Telangana, Tamil fishermen's issues disrupt RS - 16:07 IST
Talks die after Taliban beheads 23 Pak soldiers - 16:02 IST
This 'satanic' couple has killed 23 people - 15:51 IST
Navy official put on trial for conspiring with Pak agencies - 15:46 IST
Metal detector in front of RS chairman's Parliament office - 15:24 IST
UP: Over 12,000 riot victims yet to return home - 14:11 IST
CAUTION! Fraudsters posing as tax officials dupe Indian Americans - 14:09 IST
In Budget speech, Chidambaram makes veiled attack on Modi, Kejriwal - 13:55 IST
31 IIM-Kolkata students seek Trinamool internship - 13:54 IST
President's Rule imposed in Delhi - 13:46 IST
Jagan brings thousands of anti-Telangana protestors to Delhi - 13:45 IST
Tarun Tejpal charged with rape of woman journalist - 13:40 IST
Indian-origin former German MP denies possessing child porn - 13:35 IST
2 judges take charge in SC, strength increases to 31 - 13:19 IST
FIR against Sheila: HC to hear Delhi govt's plea on Feb 26 - 13:09 IST
Anyone who opposes Telangana has my support: Jagan Reddy - 12:57 IST
Seema-Andhra ministers demand 10-year UT status for Hyderabad - 12:42 IST
PHOTOS: Akhilesh Yadav thrashes babus in T-20 - 12:40 IST
Debate T-Bill first, then pass it: BJP to Govt - 11:38 IST
WATCH LIVE! Chidambaram presents his last Budget - 11:10 IST
'When Westerners make fun of our gods, they're instigating trouble' - 10:43 IST
EXCLUSIVE! Arvind Kejriwal on Rediff Chat - 10:27 IST
India-US relations: 'The rupture is certainly real and quite tragic' - 09:38 IST

In the shadow of Derek Trucks - 19:00 IST
My job was to turn Hrithik into a superhero in 10 weeks - 17:56 IST
Sports Illustrated features THREE hot bods on cover - 17:55 IST
Revealed: The secret behind Pippa Middleton's butt - 17:55 IST
10 traits of an excellent manager - 17:55 IST
Foods that will ruin your sex life - 17:53 IST
Thank him if you're reading eBooks in your native language - 17:41 IST
Using social media to find your next job - 17:38 IST
Expert tips to ace your board exams - 17:12 IST
Study US: How to choose a good university? - 15:21 IST

140 mn people lifted out of poverty in last 10 years: FM - Business
AAP against crony capitalism, not capitalism: Kejriwal - 21:24 IST
Budget impact: What's cheaper, who will benefit the most - 19:59 IST
Vote-on-account extremely disappointing, says Modi - 19:26 IST
Opposition slams Interim Budget - 19:00 IST
Why India Inc hails the Interim Budget - 18:49 IST
Auto sector: Excise duty cut to boost growth, create jobs - 18:38 IST
Vote-on-Account portrays realistic picture of economy: PM - 18:33 IST
Aadhaar is a empowerment tool for the poor: Chidambaram - 18:23 IST
Rupee at near one-month high as interim budget sticks to script - 18:11 IST
Government accepts 'one rank, one pension' for defence forces - 18:08 IST
FM's mantra to make India the world's 3rd largest economy - 18:08 IST
Infographic: Budget Impact on BSE Sensex - 17:56 IST
Air India to get equity infusion of Rs 5,500 crore - 17:38 IST
Interim Budget 2014: Defence allocation hiked by 10% - 17:18 IST
Infographic: Central Plan outlay by sectors - 17:12 IST
Govt plans to revamp ADR, GDR scheme - 16:55 IST
Sensex rises 97 points to highest this month on excise duty cuts - 16:45 IST
All post offices to start working on new tech by 2015: FM - 16:22 IST
Gold jumps Rs 465 on global cues; regains crucial Rs 31K level - 16:15 IST
Budget impact: Tata Motors, General Motors to slash prices - 16:09 IST
Infra focus area, CCI paved way for Rs 6.6-lakh cr projects: FM - 15:39 IST
Chidambaram continues 10% surcharge on super-rich - 15:35 IST
Govt to borrow 25 paise for every rupee in its kitty - 15:26 IST
Highlights of the Interim Budget - 15:16 IST
Kingfisher shares tank 5% on buzz CEO has quit - 15:04 IST
Govt earnings from PSU dividend, profit jump to Rs 88K crore - 14:54 IST
Swift action taken to stop NSEL crisis spillover: FM - 14:44 IST
Infographic: Interim Budget at a glance - 14:30 IST
Indian markets performed better compared to peers, says FM - 14:20 IST
Infographics: How the rupee comes and goes in a budget - 14:10 IST
Govt cuts disinvestment target to Rs 16,027 cr for FY'14 - 14:06 IST
Budget: FM slashes excise duty for automobiles, taxes unchanged - 14:03 IST
Govt crackdown on black money continues, says FM - 13:58 IST
Exports to grow by 6.3% to $326 billion this fiscal - 13:37 IST
FM did good job of containing fiscal deficit: Experts - 13:30 IST
Budget: Big relief for education loan borrowers - 13:27 IST
Auto stocks ride high as FM announces excise duty cuts - 13:25 IST
Good news! Cars, SUVs to get cheaper post budget - 13:16 IST
Infographics: Chidambaram's budgets at a glance - 13:08 IST
Infographics: Some interesting facts about Union Budget - 12:58 IST
No policy paralysis; economy stable: Chidambaram - 12:50 IST
Nirbhaya Fund gets additional Rs 1,000 crore in interim Budget - 12:47 IST
FM defends rupee fall, says it fared well - 12:40 IST
India's power generation capacity doubles to 2.34 lakh MW - 12:24 IST
Food inflation still remains a worry: Chidambaram - 12:11 IST
Current account deficit to be $45 bn this year: FM - 12:02 IST
Fiscal deficit will be contained at 4.6% of GDP: Chidambaram - 11:57 IST
Agri credit to cross Rs 7 lakh cr; exports to surge over $45 bn - 11:52 IST
Exports drive earnings for another quarter - 11:26 IST
Filing income tax returns: What you should know - 10:52 IST
Interim budget key for stock markets in near-term: Experts - 10:50 IST
What to expect from the Interim Budget - 10:33 IST
India draws tourists with deep pockets - 10:17 IST
Inflation: What the government needs to do - 09:35 IST
From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy - 07:33 IST
10 best hotel suites in the world - 07:30 IST
Why Maruti 800 was the biggest attraction for car lovers - 07:30 IST

2nd Test Live! McCullum leads New Zealand dominance on Day Four - Rediff Sports
U19 World Cup: Afghanistan stun Australia - 22:14 IST
Australia to decide on return to Test side of Watson - 21:13 IST
Kuldeep, Sarfaraz take India past Scotland in U-19 World Cup - 20:42 IST
Sri Lanka name Jayawardene, Thirimanne in squad for Asia Cup, World T20 - 20:09 IST
Stats: Plethora of records for McCullum as 300 beckons - 19:15 IST
Tendulkar, Lara nominated for 'Cricketer of the Generation' award - 18:19 IST
'We have paid a heavy price for dropping McCullum' - 15:23 IST
South Africa recall all-rounder Morkel for Twenty20 World Cup - 15:23 IST
McCullum, Watling break world record for sixth-wicket stand - 15:07 IST
Wellington Test PHOTOS: New Zealand batsmen dominate on Day Four - 14:59 IST
McCullum leads from the front as New Zealand bat India out - 14:45 IST
Player of the Day: Milestone man McCullum frustrates India - 13:17 IST
We weathered the storm, says proud Watling - 13:14 IST

Fencing Association of India re-instated by its world body - 18:33 IST
We have to bounce back quickly, Gerrard says after FA Cup defeat - 17:07 IST
No foul play in Schumacher fall: Police - 16:22 IST
Putin is relishing the spotlight; keeps IOC 'very happy' - 15:36 IST
Gay is not OK in Sochi as transgender ex-member of Italy assembly held - 15:14 IST
NBA: East rally to win record-setting All-Star game - 12:42 IST
Champions League: Barcelona offer Manchester City toughest test to date - 12:25 IST
Inspector to probe fire at Brazil World Cup stadium - 11:22 IST
Ice hockey: Canada, US advance; Russia sweats - 10:55 IST
These South American coaches add spice to Champions League - 10:43 IST
Sochi Games: Ice dancers glide to centre stage and more... - 09:47 IST
Mourinho silly and disrespectful, says Wenger - 09:10 IST
PHOTOS: Arsenal, Everton and Sheffield United light up FA Cup - 08:51 IST
La Liga: Real Madrid back on top after comfortable win at Getafe - 04:43 IST
Copa Claro: Ferrer beats Fognini to earn Buenos Aires three-peat - 04:39 IST
ABN Amro Open: Berdych ends title drought with Rotterdam victory - 04:34 IST

PIX: Shah Rukh, Madhuri, Rani dazzle in Malaysia - 18:37 IST
BAFTA 2014: Cate Blanchett, 12 Years A Slave, Gravity win big! - 18:36 IST
Box Office: Gunday is a HIT - 17:36 IST
Imtiaz Ali: Audience at Berlin film fest related to Highway - 17:15 IST
Emraan Hashmi's SCARY look in Mr X - 17:01 IST
Shweta Tiwari: A daily soap gets boring after six months - 16:54 IST
Gunday, My Name Is Khan: Bollywood's Biggest Valentine's Day HITS - 16:04 IST
PIX: TV actor Ruslaan Mumtaz weds - 14:42 IST
PIX: Kangna, Shriya at Gr8 Women awards - 14:34 IST
Looking for some FILMI FUN? Guess who this stunner is - 13:11 IST
Lupita Nyong'o, Uma Thurman, Jolie: The HOTTEST BAFTA 2014 fashion - 12:23 IST
Nimrat Kaur: The Lunchbox is not a film; it's an event - 08:49 IST

AAP against crony capitalism, not capitalism: Kejriwal - 21:24 IST
Budget impact: What's cheaper, who will benefit the most - 19:59 IST
Vote-on-account extremely disappointing, says Modi - 19:26 IST
Stats: Plethora of records for McCullum as 300 beckons - 19:15 IST
Opposition slams Interim Budget - 19:00 IST
In the shadow of Derek Trucks - 19:00 IST
Pride, prejudice and irony at DMK state conference - 18:50 IST
Why India Inc hails the Interim Budget - 18:49 IST
PIX: Shah Rukh, Madhuri, Rani dazzle in Malaysia - 18:37 IST
BAFTA 2014: Cate Blanchett, 12 Years A Slave, Gravity win big! - 18:36 IST
Government accepts 'one rank, one pension' for defence forces - 18:08 IST
FM's mantra to make India the world's 3rd largest economy - 18:08 IST
Infographic: Budget Impact on BSE Sensex - 17:56 IST
My job was to turn Hrithik into a superhero in 10 weeks - 17:56 IST
Sports Illustrated features THREE hot bods on cover - 17:55 IST
Revealed: The secret behind Pippa Middleton's butt - 17:55 IST
10 traits of an excellent manager - 17:55 IST
Foods that will ruin your sex life - 17:53 IST
Thank him if you're reading eBooks in your native language - 17:41 IST
Using social media to find your next job - 17:38 IST
Air India to get equity infusion of Rs 5,500 crore - 17:38 IST
Box Office: Gunday is a HIT - 17:36 IST
Imtiaz Ali: Audience at Berlin film fest related to Highway - 17:15 IST
Infographic: Central Plan outlay by sectors - 17:12 IST
Expert tips to ace your board exams - 17:12 IST
Emraan Hashmi's SCARY look in Mr X - 17:01 IST
Shweta Tiwari: A daily soap gets boring after six months - 16:54 IST
Sensex rises 97 points to highest this month on excise duty cuts - 16:45 IST
Budget impact: Tata Motors, General Motors to slash prices - 16:09 IST
Gunday, My Name Is Khan: Bollywood's Biggest Valentine's Day HITS - 16:04 IST
This 'satanic' couple has killed 23 people - 15:51 IST
Putin is relishing the spotlight; keeps IOC 'very happy' - 15:36 IST
Chidambaram continues 10% surcharge on super-rich - 15:35 IST
'We have paid a heavy price for dropping McCullum' - 15:23 IST
Study US: How to choose a good university? - 15:21 IST
Highlights of the Interim Budget - 15:16 IST
Gay is not OK in Sochi as transgender ex-member of Italy assembly held - 15:14 IST
Wellington Test PHOTOS: New Zealand batsmen dominate on Day Four - 14:59 IST
Swift action taken to stop NSEL crisis spillover: FM - 14:44 IST
PIX: TV actor Ruslaan Mumtaz weds - 14:42 IST
PIX: Kangna, Shriya at Gr8 Women awards - 14:34 IST
Infographic: Interim Budget at a glance - 14:30 IST
Indian markets performed better compared to peers, says FM - 14:20 IST
Infographics: How the rupee comes and goes in a budget - 14:10 IST
Govt cuts disinvestment target to Rs 16,027 cr for FY'14 - 14:06 IST
Budget: FM slashes excise duty for automobiles, taxes unchanged - 14:03 IST
Govt crackdown on black money continues, says FM - 13:58 IST
FM did good job of containing fiscal deficit: Experts - 13:30 IST
Budget: Big relief for education loan borrowers - 13:27 IST
Player of the Day: Milestone man McCullum frustrates India - 13:17 IST
Good news! Cars, SUVs to get cheaper post budget - 13:16 IST
We weathered the storm, says proud Watling - 13:14 IST
Looking for some FILMI FUN? Guess who this stunner is - 13:11 IST
Infographics: Chidambaram's budgets at a glance - 13:08 IST
Infographics: Some interesting facts about Union Budget - 12:58 IST
No policy paralysis; economy stable: Chidambaram - 12:50 IST
PHOTOS: Akhilesh Yadav thrashes babus in T-20 - 12:40 IST
FM defends rupee fall, says it fared well - 12:40 IST
Champions League: Barcelona offer Manchester City toughest test to date - 12:25 IST
Lupita Nyong'o, Uma Thurman, Jolie: The HOTTEST BAFTA 2014 fashion - 12:23 IST
Food inflation still remains a worry: Chidambaram - 12:11 IST
Fiscal deficit will be contained at 4.6% of GDP: Chidambaram - 11:57 IST
Filing income tax returns: What you should know - 10:52 IST
'When Westerners make fun of our gods, they're instigating trouble' - 10:43 IST
These South American coaches add spice to Champions League - 10:43 IST
What to expect from the Interim Budget - 10:33 IST
India draws tourists with deep pockets - 10:17 IST
Sochi Games: Ice dancers glide to centre stage and more... - 09:47 IST
India-US relations: 'The rupture is certainly real and quite tragic' - 09:38 IST
Inflation: What the government needs to do - 09:35 IST
Mourinho silly and disrespectful, says Wenger - 09:10 IST
PHOTOS: Arsenal, Everton and Sheffield United light up FA Cup - 08:51 IST
Nimrat Kaur: The Lunchbox is not a film; it's an event - 08:49 IST
From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy - 07:33 IST
10 best hotel suites in the world - 07:30 IST
Why Maruti 800 was the biggest attraction for car lovers - 07:30 IST

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