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Everything you need to know about Aligarh Dairy Farm: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

UP murder suspect dies due to acid injection, 3 suspended

May 18, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Lucknow, May 18 (IANS) A murder suspect was given injections of acid and kerosene during police questioning in Uttar Pradesh, following which he fell sick and died in a hospital here. Three errant policemen were suspended, an official said Saturday.

Mother Dairy's dairy division eyes 30 percent sales growth

May 13, 2013 at 8:38 PM

Kolkata, May 13 (IANS) Mother Dairy, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), Monday said it is eyeing a 30 percent business growth in its dairy product division to over Rs.800 crore this fiscal.

'Indian women must come together to achieve gender equality'

May 11, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Aligarh, May 11 (IANS) Salma Ansari, wife of Vice President Hamid Ansari, Saturday said that gender equality could only be attained if Indian women, cutting across political, religious and linguistic barriers joined hands to fight for political, economic and social empowerment.

Scottish island of Tanera Mor on sale for 2.5m pounds

May 6, 2013 at 11:32 AM

London, May 06 (ANI): A small Scottish island has been put up on sale for 2.5 million pounds.

AMU announces centre in Tipu Sultan's name

May 4, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Aligarh, May 4 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University Saturday announced a centre for strategic studies named after the great Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan, who fought against the British forces in the 18th century.

Why Muslims should negotiate with BJP (Comment)

May 3, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Indian Muslims' antipathy towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is known. The party hasn't thought much about Muslims in term of being equal citizens. Instead it has worked tirelessly to antagonise a community that comprises more than 15 percent of the Indian population.

Experts to reconstruct Ghaziabad 'custody death' scene

May 2, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Ghaziabad, May 2 (IANS) Forensic experts would be called in to help reconstruct the scene of the death of a murder suspect in a Ghaziabad lock-up, police said Thursday.

Ghaziabad police lockup dead was strangled: Autopsy

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Ghaziabad, April 29 (IANS) The autopsy report of the murder suspect who allegedly hanged himself in police custody here Sunday has revealed that he was strangled to death.

Suspect dead in Ghaziabad police lockup, kin allege torture

April 28, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Ghaziabad, April 28 (IANS) A suspect in a robbery-cum-double-murder case was found dead Sunday in a police lockup here, hours before he was to be presented in a court, police said. His father has alleged his son died following police torture.

Murder suspect dies in Ghaziabad lockup, probe ordered

April 28, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Ghaziabad, April 28 (IANS) A man allegedly involved in a robbery-cum-double-murder case, was found dead Sunday in a police lockup here, hours before he was to be presented in a court. A probe has been ordered into his death, police said.

Hungry for more wins, fans back KKR on Facebook

April 28, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Kolkata, April 28 (IANS) With defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) having finally snatched a victory in the sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) after a string of losses, fans are now back on the bandwagon - to cheer their team onto reclaiming the title.

Death in police custody in Ghaziabad

April 28, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Ghaziabad, April 28 (IANS) A man, suspect in a robbery-cum-double-murder case, was found dead Sunday in a police lockup here, hours before he was to be presented in a court, police said.

AMU bans motorcycles for hostellers

April 27, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Aligarh, April 27 (IANS) Motorcycles will not be permitted in the Aligarh Muslim University campus from the next academic session, the varsity's vice chancellor, Lt. Gen. (retd) Zameer Uddin Shah, said Saturday.

Two minor sisters raped by mother's paramour in Delhi

April 25, 2013 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) In yet another shocking crime, two minor sisters were allegedly raped by their mother's paramour who was living in their house here, police said Thursday.

Rape of minors: SC seeks explanation from Delhi Police on use of force against protesters

April 25, 2013 at 4:12 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (ANI): A single bench of the Supreme Court on Thursday took strong exception to an assistant commissioner of police slapping a young girl during a recent protest against the rape of a minorin the national capital.

Two more minors brutalised in Delhi

April 21, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Amid public outrage over the rape of a five-year-old girl here, two more minors were brutalised in Delhi, police said Sunday. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the two separate incidents.

Family of six-year-old murdered UP rape victim observes hunger strike

April 21, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh), April 21 (ANI): Family members and relatives of a six-year-old rape victim wento on a hunger strike on Sunday here, over a demand for justice for their daughter.

Rapes expose police failure: Human Rights Watch

April 21, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) The brutal rape of a five-year-old girl here "has again exposed the failure of police training and reform in India", Human Rights Watch said Sunday.

AIIMS doctors say five-year-old rape victim is stable, recovering smoothly

April 21, 2013 at 2:04 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (ANI): Ruling out any threat to the life of the five-year-old girl, who was brutally raped in New Delhi, doctors on Sunday said her vital signs are stable and she is moving along smoothly on the road to recovery.

BJP demands stricter laws against rape

April 21, 2013 at 2:04 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, April 21 (ANI): The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded the strictest possible legal penalties against criminals accused of sexual violence.

Ajit Pawar pokes fun at drought-hit people, apologises

April 7, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Mumbai, April 7 (IANS) Hours after making certain remarks on people in drought-hit areas of Maharashtra, which several parties termed as "shameful and objectionable", Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tendered an apology here Sunday evening.

3 killed by blast at heritage dairy plant in Visakhapatnam District

April 7, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Bayyavaram (Andhra Pradesh), April 7 (ANI): At least three persons were killed when a boiler exploded at the Heritage Dairy plant in Bayyavaram in Kasimkota Mandal of Andhra Pradesh's Visakhaptnam district on Sunday.

Benefits of drinking milk revealed

April 6, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, Apr 6 (ANI): Animal and dairy scientists have revealed that drinking milk at an early age can help mammals throughout their lives.

Google enrages conservatives for creating Cesar Chavez doodle on Easter Sunday

April 1, 2013 at 1:38 PM

London, Apr. 1 (ANI): Google's decision to honour the birthday of U.S. labour organizer Cesar Chavez angered some American conservatives, who were fumed that it was disrespectful to celebrate Chavez with a so-called Google Doodle on Easter.

Rolling Stones' Glastonbury 2013 performance confirmed

March 28, 2013 at 11:54 AM

London, March 28 (ANI): Rolling Stones is all set to headline the Saturday night of this year's Glastonbury festival.

Magic of rhymes, drawings enliven Vikram Seth's tales (Book Review)

March 27, 2013 at 9:38 AM

Book: "Beastly Tales from Here and There"; Author: Vikram Seth; Publisher: Puffin Books; Pages: 149; Price: Rs.599

21 UP districts declared sensitive for Holi

March 26, 2013 at 9:46 AM

Lucknow, March 26 (IANS) A day ahead of Holi, Uttar Pradesh government Tuesday declared 21 districts, including Meerut, Aligarh and Faizabad as sensitive and asked the authorities to be extra vigilant across the state, an official said.

Alteration of Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa' for endorsement creates controversy at Jaipur art fes

March 21, 2013 at 7:06 PM

Jaipur, Mar.21 (ANI): The Jaipur Art Festival momentarily attracted controversy over Leonardo da Vinci's famed Mona Lisa being altered and used to endorse a range of dairy products.

Speeding truck kills seven children in Aligarh

March 20, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Aligarh, Mar 20 (ANI): A speeding truck carrying bricks crushed seven children to death and injuring several others in Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh in the wee hours of Tuesday.

BJP slams Akhilesh for mass copying in board exams

March 19, 2013 at 7:13 PM

Lucknow, March 19 (IANS) With paper leaks and mass copying reported widely, the BJP Tuesday hit out at the Akhilesh Yadav government for "complete failure" in conducting the Uttar Pradesh board examinations and playing with the future of lakhs of students.

TAFE to train women in farm management

March 16, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Chennai, March 16 (IANS) India's second-largest tractor maker TAFE will soon train women in farm management, including driving tractors and using implements.

I don't regret having a fling with Becks, says Rebecca Loos

March 16, 2013 at 3:34 PM

London, March 16 (ANI): Rebecca Loos, who claimed that she had a fling with David Beckham in 2004, has now admitted that she doesn't regret speaking out about her affair with the footie ace.

International diabetes conference begins in Aligarh

March 15, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Aligarh, March 15 (IANS) Over 55 diabetologists from India and countries like Singapore, Finland, Germany, Britain are attending a diabetes conference here that began Friday.

AMU student leader suspended

March 12, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Aligarh, March 12 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has suspended a student leader for indiscipline.

Two held for leaking government job question paper

March 10, 2013 at 11:31 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Two people, including a government official, were arrested Sunday for involvement in leaking the question paper of an examination for government service, police said.

Judicial system has failed, says ex-attorney general

March 9, 2013 at 11:31 PM

Aligarh, March 9 (IANS) Gopal Subramanium, former solicitor and attorney general of India said Saturday that the judicial system had failed to provide justice.

'Rising inequality India's fastest growing industry'

March 9, 2013 at 10:19 PM

Aligarh, March 9 (IANS) Rising inequality was India's fastest growing industry,award-winning journalist and rural affairs expert P. Sainath said here Saturday.

Three day Sufi literature seminar begins at AMU

March 9, 2013 at 10:19 PM

Aligarh, March 9 (IANS) National Commission for Minorities chairman Wajahat Habibullah Saturday inaugurated a three-day international seminar on Sufi literature in the Persian language at the Aligarh Muslim University here.

Ex-ruler of Bhopal lauded for promoting education

March 5, 2013 at 11:15 PM

Aligarh, March 5 (IANS) Uttarakhand Governor Aziz Qureshi Tuesday highlighted the contribution of former ruler Begum Sultan Jahan and said Bhopal in its 240 years' history is the only state that was ruled by women four times.

Malaysian magician considers India his second home

March 3, 2013 at 4:51 PM

Aligarh, March 3 (IANS) Noted Malaysian magician Andrew Lee Sunday said India was like a second home for him because of the "love and affection" he has received from the people here.

'India among top ten atomic countries of the world'

March 1, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Aligarh, Mar 1 (IANS) The development and security of the nation are two sides of the same coin and India has achieved its rank among the top atomic countries on its own, says S. Kailas, director, physics division of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai.

India's Q3 growth slumps to 4.5 percent

February 28, 2013 at 6:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) India's economic growth slumped to 4.5 percent in the third quarter of the current financial year on poor show of manufacturing, mining and farm sectors.

Severed human foot puzzles Delhi cops

February 27, 2013 at 10:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) A severed human foot was found along with a bag carrying a police uniform here Wednesday, police said.

Two tourists drowne in Himachal

February 25, 2013 at 7:15 PM

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 25 (IANS) Two tourists were drowned here Monday when a raft on which they were taking a joy ride overturned in the Beas river, police said.

Toyota cricket championship starts Saturday

February 20, 2013 at 7:29 PM

Aligarh, Feb 20 (IANS) To encourage cricket at the varsity level, NDTV and the ministry of human resource development have joined hands to launch the Toyota Cricket Championship (TUCC) from Saturday.

Woman gang raped in Delhi, four arrested

February 18, 2013 at 5:44 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) A 23-year-old married woman was allegedly gang-raped by four people here last week, said police Monday. All the four accused have been arrested.

Now, you can order a pint of beer with your books in UK's micropubs

February 17, 2013 at 4:17 PM

London, Feb 17 (ANI): A Chapel in Kent, which was once turned into a bookshop, has now been transformed into a pub.

Will help AMU maintain its historical character, assures Sonia

February 16, 2013 at 11:05 PM

Aligarh, Feb 16 (IANS) Congress chief Sonia Gandhi Saturday assured the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) community that she would lend support to the institution to preserve its historical character and its autonomy.

Sonia Gandhi to deliver convocation address at AMU

February 16, 2013 at 10:33 AM

Aligarh, Feb. 16 (ANI): UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi will deliver the convocation address at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) on Saturday.

Unite under one brand, Pawar tells Maharashtra milk producers

February 15, 2013 at 8:17 PM

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar Friday urged Maharashtra milk producers to unite under a single brand to improve promotion and marketing akin to Amul in neighbouring Gujarat.

Budweiser's six-a-side soccer meet from May 9

February 15, 2013 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) The 2013 Budweiser Cup, a six-a-side football tournament, will be held in London May 9-12.

'BRICS nations emerging as world's most influential economies'

February 13, 2013 at 9:13 PM

Aligarh, Feb 13 (IANS) BRICS countries - Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa - are emerging as the world's fastest and most influential economies of the 21st century, Brigadier (retd.) S. Ahmad Ali, pro-vice chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University, said here Wednesday.

Chhattisgarh seeks Rs.100 crore under National Dairy Plan

February 6, 2013 at 9:39 PM

Raipur, Feb 6 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Agriculture Minister Chandrashekhar Sahu Wednesday demanded Rs.100 crore from the central government under the National Dairy Plan.

AMU wins national varsity tennis tourney

February 6, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Aligarh, Feb 6 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) lawn tennis team has won the finals of the All India Inter University Tennis Tournament defeating Madras University 3-1.

State Ministers' conference called to find ways for fast growth of dairy, fisheries, poultry sectors

February 5, 2013 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 5 (ANI): Agriculture and Food Processing Industries Minister Sharad Pawar will inaugurate a conference of Ministers for Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries of all states and Union Territories here on Wednesday.

New Cadbury service allows customers to design own Dairy Milk bars

February 5, 2013 at 3:34 PM

London, Feb 5 (ANI): Chocolate giant, Cadbury, has launched a new personalised gifting service called 'Joyville made', which enables one to design and personalise a Dairy Milk wrapper especially for loved ones with any word, message and even a photo.

Three servings of milk per day can protect bones from breaking

February 4, 2013 at 4:38 PM

London, Feb 4 (ANI): Three servings of milk or yoghurt a day can make bones stronger, according to a new study led by an Indian-origin researcher.

Milk and yogurt promote healthy bones

February 3, 2013 at 1:18 PM

Washington, Feb 3 (IANS) Dairy products such as milk and yogurt promote healthier hip bones than cream, says a new finding from a Harvard Medical School affiliate.

Not all dairy products beneficial in promoting bone health

February 2, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Washington, Feb 2 (ANI): Dairy intake, specifically milk and yogurt, is associated with higher bone mineral density (BMD) in the hip, but not the spine, a study led by Indian-origin researcher has found.

Farm mechanisation needed to increase food output: Pawar

January 30, 2013 at 7:58 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Farm mechanisation must be given priority to attain the projected demand of 280 million tonnes of food grains by 2020-21, union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said Wednesday.

Flaxseed fed cows produce healthier milk

January 27, 2013 at 2:16 PM

Washington, Jan 27 (IANS) Dairy cows fed on flaxseed produce more nutritious and healthier milk, containing more omega-3 fatty acids and less saturated fat, says a new finding.

Cows fed flaxseed produce more nutritious milk

January 26, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Washington, January 26 (ANI): Dairy cows that are fed flaxseed produce more nutritious milk - containing more omega-3 fatty acids and less saturated fat- a new study by Oregon State University has found.

Now, melt-proof chocolate biscuit that can resist warm temperatures

January 25, 2013 at 12:16 PM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Scientists have now been issued with a new challenge - to develop the melt-proof choccie biscuit.

'Cow power' turning turns manure and food waste into electricity in England

January 23, 2013 at 11:36 AM

Washington, January 23 (ANI): Waste from the cows and food products are used to produce gas to power electric generators in a city in England, it has been revealed.

Winter chill returns in UP

January 22, 2013 at 9:36 AM

Lucknow, Jan 22 (IANS) With icy winds blowing in many parts of the state, fog and the winter chill returned to Uttar Pradesh Tuesday.

Sonia to address AMU convocation

January 19, 2013 at 10:49 PM

Aligarh, Jan 19 (IANS) Congress president Sonia Gandhi will deliver the convocation address at the Aligarh Muslim University next month, becoming the second woman to do so - 87 years after the first.

'Gender discrimination in India worse than sub-Saharan Africa'

January 19, 2013 at 6:09 PM

Aligarh, Jan 19 (IANS) Discrimination against women in India was higher than even the poorest Sub-Saharan countries in Africa, said noted economist Prabhat Patnaik here Saturday.

Four Delhi policemen injured

January 16, 2013 at 5:45 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) At least four policemen were injured after two police control room (PCR) vans were hit by a mini truck of cattle thieves, police said Wednesday.

Girl set on fire for resisting eve-teasing dies in Aligarh

January 5, 2013 at 8:31 PM

Aligarh, Jan. 5 (ANI): The teenaged girl, who was set on fire by a elderly stalker at Loharra village in Hathras district of Uttar Pradesh on December 31, died on Saturday at Aligarh Medical College here.

Slaughter house waste has huge potential

January 5, 2013 at 6:55 PM

Aligarh, Jan 5 (IANS) India can earn more than $50 billion by exporting value added pet food to the global market by recycling slaughter house waste products, an official said here Saturday.

Girl dies after attack by jilted lover

January 5, 2013 at 5:51 PM

Lucknow, Jan 5 (IANS) The 17-year-old girl who was set on fire by a jilted lover in Hathras in Uttar Pradesh Dec 31 succumbed to her burn injuries Saturday, police said.

50 Tips for Weight Loss

December 31, 2012 at 1:33 PM

Do you feel frustrated and down due to excessive weight gain and want to get rid of it. You can loose your weight by including certain habits in your daily routine and by checking out some habits from your daily routine. Here are 50 Tips for Weight loss that will certainly help you loose weight and feel healthier and happier.

Dairy farm in Pune opts for musical therapy to boost milk production

December 25, 2012 at 5:57 PM

Pune, Dec. 25 (ANI): A dairy farm near Pune opted for musical therapy to soothe its dairy cows in order to boost milk yields.

Now, match your iPhone case with the dress you wear

December 22, 2012 at 4:05 PM

London, Dec 22 (ANI): The days of matching your nails to your lipstick have become a thing of the past - now, it's all about matching your smartphone case to your outfit.

AMU for speedy digitalisation of intellectual resources

December 19, 2012 at 9:41 AM

Aligarh, Dec 19 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is firmly set on speedy digitalisation of intellectual resources to promote quality research.

AMU sets up innovation council

December 17, 2012 at 10:30 PM

Aligarh, Dec 17 (IANS) An innovation council will be established in the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) to develop intellectual and scientific work in various departments, an official said Monday.

Mollie King can't live without chocolates

December 9, 2012 at 7:40 AM

London, Dec 9 (IANS) Singer Mollie King constantly thinks about food and can't resist eating her favourite chocolate everyday.

Rupert Murdoch's mother dies aged 103

December 6, 2012 at 10:52 AM

Washington, Dec 6 (ANI): Mother of media tycoon Rupert Murdoch, Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, has died at the age of 103.

Rupert Murdoch's mother Elisabeth dies aged 103

December 5, 2012 at 10:52 PM

London, Dec 5 (IANS) Rupert Murdoch's mother Dame Elisabeth Murdoch has died at her home in Victoria, Australia, at the age of 103, the Daily Mail reported Wednesday.

Pakistani suicide bombers die as vests explode

December 2, 2012 at 4:59 PM

Islamabad, Dec 2 (IANS) Two major terror attacks were Sunday averted near Pakistan's Peshawar city when four militants -- three suicide bombers and one handler -- were killed when their explosives-laden vests exploded prematurely, a media report said.

Now, milk to be fortified with heart healthy fish oil

December 2, 2012 at 10:35 AM

Washington, December 2 (ANI): Food science researchers have reeled milk into the omega-3 delivery system, showing that it is possible to incorporate fish oil into milk and dairy-based beverages in amounts sufficient to promote heart health without destroying the product's taste or limiting its lifespan.

AMU suspends three students for harassment

November 29, 2012 at 11:43 PM

Aligarh, Nov 29 (IANS) Aligarh Muslim University Thursday suspended three students for allegedly trying to harass women students, beating up staff and firing gun shots in the campus earlier this week.

Rajasthan Pavilion was a treasure of delightful products made by skilled hands

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 28 (ANI): Tourists from all over the world visit Rajasthan to experience the land - marvel at the legends of maharajas, the expansive desert sands, exotic wildlife and colorful festivity. Deeply steeped in tradition, Rajasthan is a repository of amazing handicrafts, which bear the hallmark of excellent workmanship and superb quality and command sizeable markets worldwide. Indeed, Rajasthan is a treasure trove of delightful products made by gifted hands-Textiles, Ready-mades. Paintings, Blue Pottery, Marble ware and more and all of these are showcased in the Rajasthan Pavilion of India International Trade Fare (IITF)-2012 held here.

Police set to question fourth witness in Ponty case

November 28, 2012 at 8:07 PM

New Delhi, Nov 28 (IANS) Ten days after the murder of liquor baron Ponty Chadha and his brother Hardeep Chadha, investigators are set to question the fourth key witness in the case.

Farm sector's economic viability a challenge: Mukherjee

November 27, 2012 at 9:10 PM

Ludhiana, Nov 27 (IANS) Stressing the need for a re?think on agriculture, President Pranab Mukherjee Tuesday said that economic viability of the farm sector is still a challenge.

New Cadbury chocolate to stay solid in 40C heat for 3 hours

November 25, 2012 at 11:25 AM

London, November 25 (ANI): In a revolutionary breakthrough, Cadbury has found a way to make chocolate that doesn't melt in hot weather, it has been revealed.

Youths can change society, says Aseem Trivedi

November 20, 2012 at 6:26 PM

Aligarh Nov 20 (IANS) Controversial cartoonist and social activist Aseem Trivedi said Tuesday tolerance levels were going down in the country and only the youths could change the scenario.

Jordanian ambassador visits Aligarh Muslim University

November 15, 2012 at 6:34 PM

Aligarh, Nov 15 (IANS) Jordan's ambassador to India Mohammad El Fayez Thursday visited Aligarh Muslim University here and interacted with students from the middle?eastern country studying at the varsity.

Fast food menus' calorie counts remain high despite increased scrutiny

November 14, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Washington, November 14(ANI): Despite increased scrutiny over the past decade by the mass media and several legislative efforts by local governments, fast food menus still contain a lot of calories, a new study has revealed.

Oprah Winfrey planning to start business in organic food

November 12, 2012 at 6:27 PM

New York, Nov 12 (ANI): Oprah Winfrey is apparently getting into the organic food business.

Azharuddin to inaugurate cricket tournament at AMU

November 10, 2012 at 4:32 PM

Aligarh, Nov 10 (IANS) Former Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin will inaugurate the first North Zone Inter-University Cricket Tournament at the Aligarh Muslim University on Nov 20.

'Breaking news syndrome hinders fight against terrorism'

November 10, 2012 at 10:08 AM

Aligarh, Nov 10 (IANS) Corporatization, politicization and trivialization of the Indian electronic media is hindering the fight against terrorism in India says Lt. General (Retd) S.S. Mehta.

AMU suspends three students

November 8, 2012 at 6:45 PM

Aligarh, Nov 8 (IANS) Three Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) students have been suspended with immediate effect pending an enquiry for indulging in acts of motorbike stunts and harassing passersby Oct 17 after a college function, an official said Thursday.

Jamia to set up new girls' hostel

November 8, 2012 at 12:45 PM

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) The Jamia Millia Islamia would soon set up a new girls' hostel courtesy a Rs.26 crore grant from the University Grants Commission (UGC).

University awards degrees, Saina overjoyed

November 3, 2012 at 5:27 PM

Aligarh, Nov 3 (IANS) Mangalayatan University here Saturday conferred honorary degrees to 11 eminent people including badminton star Saina Nehwal who said she coveted it more than even the London Olympic medal.

UP cop accuses seniors of corruption

October 29, 2012 at 10:52 PM

Lucknow, Oct 29 (IANS) An Uttar Pradesh Police officer Monday alleged that top officers of the force were corrupt. The state police chief dismissed his allegations as baseless and wild.

Delhi Police constable arrested for SSC paper leak

October 28, 2012 at 8:47 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Three people, including a Delhi Police constable and a government school teacher, were arrested for their alleged role in leaking a Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examination paper here Sunday, police said.

Eid prayers offered amidst curfew in Faizabad

October 27, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Lucknow, Oct 27 (IANS) Hundreds of Muslims offered Eid prayers in the violence hit Faizabad district Saturday amidst tight security.

RSS cadres violate prohibitory orders in Aligarh

October 25, 2012 at 9:35 AM

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh), Oct. 25 (ANI): In a boisterous display of power, cadres of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) openly fired rounds in the air on the occasion of Vijaya Dashmi, and violated Section 144 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) imposed in the district.