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Everything you need to know about Cotton Market Chikhli: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Farming in progress on the eve of monsoon in India

May 17, 2013 at 7:34 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): According to the latest statistics released by the Government, rice has so far been planted in 2.4 lakh hectares in the country. . This is 52 thousand hectare more than that reported a week ago (1.88 lakh ).

Iron Man, Spider-Man to cheer Mumbai Indians!

April 26, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Marvel super heroes Iron Man and Spider-Man will make a special appearance at the Wankhede Stadium here Saturday to cheer for Indian Premier League (IPL) team Mumbai Indians.

Republican lawmaker says 'five jihadists reached their targets in U.S.' under Obama

April 26, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, Apr. 26 (ANI): Republican Tom Cotton has expressed grave doubts about the Obama administration's counter-terrorism policies and programmes.

At 56 deaths a month, Vidarbha screams for intervention

April 21, 2013 at 5:17 PM

Mumbai, April 21 (IANS) Maharashtra's Vidarbha region has seen 168 farmer suicides in the first three months of this year.

Finally, a cure for terminal laziness! (The Funny Side)

April 12, 2013 at 9:56 AM

A scientist has invented angle-changing glasses for people suffering from a terrifying modern disease: terminal laziness. As a long-term sufferer, I would shed tears of happiness but it's just too much effort.

Spanish writer Jose Luis Sampedro is dead

April 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Madrid, April 10 (IANS/EFE) Spanish writer, economist and academic Jose Luis Sampedro died in Madrid, his family told EFE Tuesday. He was 96.

Top 10 companies with best reputations among US customers revealed

March 11, 2013 at 3:55 PM

Washington, Mar. 11 (ANI): A new survey has rated the top 10 companies based on six key characteristics including product quality, trust, social responsibility and how employees are treated.

UP silk weavers bearing brunt of government's apathy

February 24, 2013 at 2:35 PM

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Feb.24 (ANI): Silk weavers in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have expressed their ire over the government's false promises of providing them with basic amenities.

Audrey Hepburn's flirtatious dialogue in 'Charade' voted sexiest line in cinema

February 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM

London, Feb. 23 (ANI): Audrey Hepburn's pick-up line in her 1963 movie 'Charade' has been voted as the best in a survey.

WAGs and celebs gush about their Valentine's Day gifts on Twitter

February 15, 2013 at 3:13 PM

London, Feb 15 (ANI): Christine Bleakley led the way for other celebrities to share their gushing love notes and pictures of their presents through Twitter on Valentine's Day.

Biotech has made India net exporter of cotton, says expert

February 4, 2013 at 10:46 PM

Bangalore, Feb 4 (IANS) Biotechnology has made India a net exporter of BT Cotton from being an importer, with production nearly doubling to 510 kg per hectare from 225 kg over a decade ago, an industry player said Monday.

Amy Winehouse's goddaughter wants to carry on her legacy

February 3, 2013 at 2:54 PM

London, Feb. 3 (ANI): Amy Winehouse's goddaughter Dionne Bromfield, who is on a pilgrimage to St Lucia, said that she wanted to continue the troubled singer's legacy.

'Let's Design' shortlists five candidates from North region

January 28, 2013 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Let's Design, a pan-India competition that educates and inspires young designers to work with cotton fabrics, has selected five young designers from north region for the final round to be held Feb 5.

Kelly Brook signs up for Celebrity Juice as new team captain

January 25, 2013 at 4:32 PM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Kelly Brook has signed up as a new team captain on 'Celebrity Juice' - replacing pregnant Fearne Cotton.

'Let's Design' back to woo cotton lovers

January 17, 2013 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Let's Design, a pan-India design competition that educates and inspires young designers to work with cotton fabrics, is back with its fifth season.

Avni Doshi wins Tibor Jones lit prize

January 11, 2013 at 3:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) First-time writer Avni Doshi has been awarded the 2013 Tibor Jones South Asia prize for "Girl in White Cotton" at the Appejay Kolkata Literary Festival.

Why we like friends with familiar faces

December 29, 2012 at 2:45 PM

London, December 29 (ANI): We are more likely to approach strangers with whom we share a physical resemblance - as is the case with Eva Longoria and Victoria Beckham, who became firm friends after the former Spice Girl moved to Los Angeles with her husband David.

Cotton fair in Chennai enthralls visitors

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Chennai, Nov.28 (ANI): A cotton fair organised here, is providing a platform for artisans to showcase their skills, and at the same time, proved to be a major attraction for visitors.

Rolling Stones wow London at first 50th anniversary concert

November 26, 2012 at 4:55 PM

London, November 26 (ANI): The Rolling Stones took to the stage at London's O2 Arena for the first time since 2007 on Sunday night to celebrate five fabulous decades in the music industry.

More men baring chests in 'He-vage' trend as women cover up on night outs

November 15, 2012 at 11:38 AM

London, Nov 15 (ANI): Three quarters of men are now opting to show off their chests - and accompanying chest rugs - on nights out, a new survey has revealed.

Chilly powder-armed robbers loot Rs.7 lakh

November 11, 2012 at 8:51 PM

New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) Two motorcylists robbed a businessman of Rs.7 lakh here Sunday after throwing chilly powder in his eyes, police said.

Canadian PM plays cricket, hockey in Bangalore

November 9, 2012 at 7:17 PM

Bangalore, Nov 9 (IANS) Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed off his six-day visit to India on a sportive note Friday by playing cricket and hockey with students of Bishop Cotton Boys & Girls School in the heart of this tech hub.

Regular ibuprofen use cuts bladder cancer risk

November 8, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Washington, November 8 (ANI): Regular use of ibuprofen may help reduce risk of bladder cancer, especially in those with certain genetic marker, a new study has found.

State Fair of Texas' iconic 'Big Tex' destroyed in fire

October 20, 2012 at 11:02 AM

Washington, Oct. 20 (ANI): The 52-foot tall statue and marketing icon of the annual State Fair of Texas, Big Tex was destroyed in a fire, leaving behind a little more than the metal frame of the giant cowboy.

Farm land should not be acquired for non-farm use: Pawar

October 9, 2012 at 1:48 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Good productive agricultural land should not be given away for non-agricultural uses, Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday.

Fresh row over re-installation of demolished statues in Hyderabad

October 5, 2012 at 9:02 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 5 (IANS) Hyderabad police Friday arrested a group of Telangana activists for staging a protest over the re-installation of statues of eminent Andhra personalities at Tank Bund, on the banks of the Hussain Sagar Lake.

Kristen Stewart named UK's most searched celebrity style icon

September 29, 2012 at 11:30 AM

London, Sept 28 (ANI): Kristen Stewart knocked Pippa Middleton off the top spot to become UK's most searched celebrity style icon.

Jesse Wood plans to marry pregnant girlfriend

September 17, 2012 at 1:42 PM

London, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer Ronnie Wood's son Jesse is planning to marry his girlfriend Fearne Cotton, who is expecting their baby.

British woman kidnapped in Lahore

September 10, 2012 at 6:39 AM

Islamabad, Sep 10 (IANS) A British woman of Pakistani origin has been kidnapped in Lahore city, police said Sunday night.

$189 mn of China's imports MoUs between Indian and Chinese firms

August 27, 2012 at 9:38 PM

New Delhi Aug 27(IANS) Industry association FICCI and the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME) Monday signed an agreement to boost cooperation between industrial and export entities of the two countries.

Probe agriculture ministry's role in clearing Bt Cotton: Parliament panel

August 12, 2012 at 1:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) A parliamentary panel has called for an in-depth probe into the agriculture ministry's role in the government's decision to approve the commercial release of Bt Cotton in the country in 2002.

Parliamentary panel seeks probe into Bt Brinjal

August 9, 2012 at 7:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) A parliamentary panel Thursday recommended a probe into the issue of Bt Brinjal, saying that adequate tests had not been carried out and the approval committee was under "tremendous pressure" from the "industry and a minister" to approve it.

Parliamentary panel seeks probe into Bt Brinjal

August 9, 2012 at 5:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) A parliamentary panel Thursday recommended a probe into the issue of Bt Brinjal, saying that adequate tests had not been carried out and the approval committee was under "tremendous pressure" from the "industry and a minister" to approve it.

Maharashtra bans Bt cotton seeds

August 9, 2012 at 3:45 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) The Maharashtra government has banned the sale and distribution of the genetically modified Bt cotton seeds of Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company (Mahyco), a partner of US multinational Monsanto, in the state with immediate effect for supplying inferior quality seeds.

Kym Marsh enjoys pre-marital bash

July 31, 2012 at 3:39 AM

Los Angeles, July 31 (IANS) Actress Kym Marsh enjoyed a hen party with friends in Marbell, Spain, just weeks before she ties the knot with actor Jamie Lomas.

Celebs ask burning Olympic question on Twitter

July 28, 2012 at 2:26 PM

London, July 28 (ANI): While most celebrities were probably out clubbing, a few of them chose to stay indoors, watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony and Tweet about it.

Celebs asks the burning Olympic questions on Twitter

July 28, 2012 at 1:22 PM

London, July 28 (ANI): While most celebrities were probably out clubbing, a few of them chose to stay indoors, watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony and Tweet about it.

Shimla school becomes first school to introduce scuba diving in India

July 19, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Shimla, July 19 (ANI): Shimla's Bishop Cotton School has become the first school in India to introduce scuba diving for students.

Eliminating onscreen smoking could help cut teen tobacco use by 18 pc

July 16, 2012 at 3:52 PM

Melbourne, July 16 (ANI): Killing the "cool" factor of cigarettes and increasing the classification rating for films depicting smoking would have a dramatic impact on youth tobacco usage, suggest researchers.

Maharashtra farmers welcome Bt cotton ban

July 12, 2012 at 8:40 PM

Nagpur, July 12 (IANS) Farmers in Maharashtra Thursday welcomed the state government's move to ban Bt cotton seeds which have created many problems for the agricultural community, mainly in Vidarbha region, an activist said.

Rating films with smoking 'R' could cut tobacco use in teens

July 10, 2012 at 10:24 AM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): A new research from Norris Cotton Cancer Center has estimated, for the first time, the impact of an R rating for movie smoking.

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approves MSP for Kharif Crops for 2012-13

July 3, 2012 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Tuesday approved the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for 2012-13 season of Kharif crops.

Monsoon delayed but situation not worrisome: Pawar

July 3, 2012 at 5:10 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) There has been a two-week delay in the monsoon but the situation is not serious, union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday and added that rainfall would pick up by next week.

Monsoon situation not serious, rain will pick up: Pawar

July 3, 2012 at 2:22 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) There has been a two-week delay in the monsoon but the situation is not serious, union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday, adding that rainfall would pick up by next week.

Cotton t-shirts could soon charge electronic gadgets

July 1, 2012 at 3:40 PM

Washington, July 1 (ANI): Mechanical engineers are working on how to turn the material in a cotton T-shirt into a source of electrical power.

GM crops no longer safe from pests

June 21, 2012 at 12:05 PM

Washington, June 21 (IANS) Genetically modified (GM) crops may no longer be safe from the scrouge of pests, underscoring the importance of closely monitoring and countering pest resistance to biotech crops, according to a new discovery.

Women 'proud owners' of 128 outfits

June 18, 2012 at 10:39 AM

London, June 18 (ANI): Women's wardrobes are packed with an average of 128 items of clothing, leaving them spoilt for choice when deciding what to wear, a new study has revealed.

Bt Cotton has benefited farmers, raised yield: Study

June 7, 2012 at 6:16 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) Cotton production in India has risen with the use of the hybrid Bt cotton seeds, benefitting farmers and helping the country to become net exporter of the cash crop, says a study.

India to give major boost to Africa's cotton output

June 1, 2012 at 3:11 PM

Accra, June 1 (IANS) India has set in motion a $4.66 million programme to develop the cotton industry across the African continent, which has faced a combination of problems over the years.

Sofia Vergara and Jessie J receive Women of the Year awards

May 30, 2012 at 3:35 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): Actress Sofia Vergara and singer Jessie J picked up the top prizes at the Women of the year awards at the annual ceremony that was organized by UK's Glamour magazine.

Retro to Hawaiian with a twist: Summer fashion for men

May 22, 2012 at 12:17 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Tailored shorts with a linen jacket, t-shirts with bow-ties, Chinese collar shirts with printed pyjamas... for all those men out there, a fashion lowdown on how to look cool this summer with funky mix and match tips and jazzing it all up with the right accessories:

Rupee falls on IIP figures, impact of RBI action muted

May 11, 2012 at 7:42 PM

Mumbai/Bangalore, May 11 (IANS) The rupee fell again Friday closing at 53.63 to the dollar after data showed a fall in factory output for March.

Today's young girls obsessed with celebrities

May 11, 2012 at 12:14 PM

London, May 11 (IANS) It seems a generation of young girls have no strong role models as they are obsessed with celebrities and reality TV stars, a British survey has found.

India's exports stood at 24.50 billion dollars in April 2012: Commerce Secretary

May 10, 2012 at 5:10 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (ANI): Commerce Secretary Rahul Khullar on Thursday said India's exports for the months of April 2012 have registered a growth of 3.2 per cent or 24.50 billion dollars.

Rahul Mishra named best womenswear designer

May 8, 2012 at 5:50 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Indian designer Rahul Mishra was adjudged the best womenswear designer by Cotton Council International (CCI) Tuesday for his creations with the fabric.

India allows fresh cotton exports

April 30, 2012 at 4:58 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Succumbing to political pressure, the government Monday revoked the ban on cotton exports and said fresh exports will be allowed without any quantitative restrictions.

Ban on cotton exports deliberate, meant to reassess: Anand Sharma

April 29, 2012 at 10:42 PM

New Delhi, Apr 29 (ANI): Minister for Commerce and Industries Anand Sharma on Sunday said the ban imposed on cotton exports in March this year was to review its availability and demand situation.

Greaves Cotton plans to expand construction equipment, diesel engine range

April 27, 2012 at 10:42 PM

Chennai, April 27 (IANS) Expanding itse construction equipment product range with a technical tie-up with a Korean company and looking at different four-wheeler makers to power their vehicles with its diesel engines are some of the strategies that Greaves Cotton Ltd is now looking at, said a top company official Friday.

Pawar complains to PM on cotton, sugar exports

April 12, 2012 at 8:59 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar has written to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh saying that the restriction on cotton exports would have an adverse impact on farmers.

Pawar complains to PM on cotton, sugar exports

April 12, 2012 at 12:27 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar has written to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh saying that the restriction on cotton exports would have an adverse impact on farmers.

London Market In Delhi!

April 7, 2012 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Apr 7 (ANI): From jewelry to fashion, pret to couture, all luxury designers, be they high-end or upcoming ones will be showcasing their creative creations under one roof at the exclusively organized fashion exhibition, London Market, on 13th April at Maurya Sheraton in New Delhi.

Coleen Rooney to appear on 'Celebrity Juice'

March 31, 2012 at 6:08 PM

London, Mar 31 (ANI): Coleen Rooney is all set to make her debut appearance on TV's rudest quiz show, 'Celebrity Juice'.

Sport Relief raises 50 million pounds for charity through TV marathon

March 31, 2012 at 2:00 PM

London, Mar 25 (ANI): The Sport Relief charity television marathon, which showcased a string of comic sketches and feats of endurance by athletes and celebrities, raised 50 million pounds after a night of entertainment.

Vidarbha farmers, widows 'mourn' decade of BT cotton (With Image)

March 26, 2012 at 6:24 PM

Nagpur, March 26 (IANS) Thousands of farmers and farm widows across Vidarbha Monday 'mourned' the tenth anniversary of the introduction of US-based GM Seed's revolutionary "BT Cotton" in India, an activist group said here.

Vidarbha farmers, widows to 'mourn' decade of BT cotton

March 25, 2012 at 7:20 PM

Nagpur, March 25 (IANS) Thousands of farmers and farm widows shall 'mourn' and protest the tenth anniversary of the introduction of US-based GM Seed's revolutionary "BT Cotton" in the country Monday, an activist group said here Sunday.

China overtakes US as world's largest art, antiques market

March 17, 2012 at 8:52 PM

Beijing, Mar 17 (ANI): China has overtook the United States as the world's biggest market for art and antiques in 2011.

China overtakes US as world's largest art, antiques market

March 17, 2012 at 6:33 PM

Beijing, Mar 17 (ANI): China has overtook the United States as the world's biggest market for art and antiques in 2011.

Jermain Defoe watches new flame Alexandra Burke take part in game show

March 15, 2012 at 9:26 PM

London, Mar 15 (ANI): Jermain Defoe and Alexandra Burke, who are rumoured to be dating, have been photographed for the first time during the filming of British game show 'Celebrity Juice'.

Jermain Defoe watches new flame Alexandra Burke take part in game show

March 15, 2012 at 6:12 PM

London, Mar 15 (ANI): Jermain Defoe and Alexandra Burke, who are rumoured to be dating, have been photographed for the first time during the filming of British game show 'Celebrity Juice'.

Government bans fresh cotton exports for now

March 12, 2012 at 9:21 PM

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): Union Textile Secretary Kiran Dhingra on Monday informed that India would ban fresh cotton exports and refrain from issuing new registrations till further orders.

Cotton export banned, Sharad Pawar says not consulted

March 6, 2012 at 9:19 PM

New Delhi, Mar 6 (ANI): Union Agriculture Minister and Nationalist Congress Party president Sharad Pawar here on Tuesday said he was not consulted on commerce ministry's decision to put a ban on cotton exports.

Information and Broadcasting Ministry, Tourism Ministry sign MoU to promote 'Incredible India Campa

February 16, 2012 at 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (ANI): In a major initiative to promote the 'Incredible India Campaign' and cinemas of India as a sub brand of 'Incredible India' at various international film festivals and markets abroad, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Ministry of Tourism signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) here on Thursday.

Rupee six paise up against dollar

February 3, 2012 at 9:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (ANI): The rupee today, rose by six paise to trade at a three-month high of 49.09 rupees against dollar on the Interbank Foreign Exchange market early in the day.

Rupee six paise up against dollar

February 3, 2012 at 9:08 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (ANI): The rupee today, rose by six paise to trade at a three-month high of 49.09 rupees against dollar on the Interbank Foreign Exchange market early in the day.

Former Everton star Michael Ball fined for derogatory 'gay' tweets

January 25, 2012 at 2:58 PM

London, June 25(ANI): The Football Association has fined former Everton and Manchester City star Michael Ball for posting homophobic comments on Twitter.

US govt to probe into report on fair-trade cotton's forced child labour

January 14, 2012 at 8:38 PM

New York, Jan 14 (ANI): The U.S. government is investigating a report of forced child labour in a fair-trade cotton program that supplies clothing material for lingerie giant Victoria's Secret.

US govt to probe into report on fair-trade cotton's forced child labour

January 14, 2012 at 11:55 AM

New York, Jan 14 (ANI): The U.S. government is investigating a report of forced child labour in a fair-trade cotton program that supplies clothing material for lingerie giant Victoria's Secret.

Kids 'pornographic' stationery pulled from shelves

January 13, 2012 at 3:55 PM

Melbourne, Jan 13 (ANI): A stationery company has promised to withdraw its products after it was slammed for promoting porn-themed items in its back-to-school sale.

Arden launches trendy footwear for men

December 20, 2011 at 12:01 PM

New Delhi, Dec.20 (ANI): After selling its shoes to leading brands across the UK and Europe, India's first designer footwear brand Arden launched its new range of luxury handmade footwear collection for men.

Cotton to be turned into high-tech fabric to monitor high-risk patients

October 30, 2011 at 5:48 PM

Washington, Oct 30 (ANI): Scientists are now envisioning hospital gowns that monitor medical patients and jerseys that test athletic performance, according to a new research.

Daniel Craig's dangerous 'Range Rover to Jaguar' jump stunt in Bond flick

October 15, 2011 at 12:11 PM

London, Oct 15 (ANI): Actor Daniel Craig will be launched directly into dangerous stunts on the first day of shooting of the upcoming Bond film.

MJ's kids pay tribute to dad by donning outfits similar to his

October 9, 2011 at 3:10 PM

London, Oct 9 (ANI): Michael Jackson's children paid tribute to the music legend at the Michael Forever memorial gig by wearing outfits similar to the ones donned by the late singer while filming his songs.

MJ's three brothers defend timing of tribute concert 'This is it' during trial

October 5, 2011 at 1:39 PM

London, Oct 05 (ANI): King of pop Michael Jackson's three brothers have defended the decision to stage a concert in Cardiff in his memory while the trial of his doctor is underway in the US.

Rice Sown in 369 lakh hectare, 32.55 lakh hectare more than last year

September 9, 2011 at 9:07 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9(ANI): Rice has been sown in 369.63 lakh hectare as on today, according to Union Agriculture Ministry.

Floodwater inundates over 50 villages in Sindh

August 17, 2011 at 1:52 PM

Badin, August 17(ANI): More than fifty villages in Pakistan's Sindh province have been inundated after the floodwater coming from Badin saline nullahs entered two tehsils of Thatta.

Regularly computer use helps kids attain 'workforce' technological skills

July 31, 2011 at 3:05 PM

Washington, July 31 (ANI): A University of Alabama at Birmingham study has revealed that a child who uses a computer regularly has a better chance of excelling in the workforce as an adult than a child who doesn't.

Smile 'the 1st thing men are attracted to in a woman, not cleavage or legs'

July 10, 2011 at 7:48 PM

London, July 10 (ANI): A new study has suggested that a woman's smile is the first thing that attracts men, not cleavage or legs.

Cheryl Cole wins Cosmo's 'Top 10 Best Dressed Women' poll 3rd-yr in a row

July 9, 2011 at 3:24 PM

London, July 9 (ANI): Former 'X factor' judge Cheryl Cole has taken the top spot in a poll of 'Best Dressed Woman' by Cosmopolitan magazine for a third year running.

Cotton swab may be key in fight against post-surgical wound infections

June 29, 2011 at 4:24 PM

Washington, June 29 (ANI): Painless and gentle probing of a wound with a dry cotton swab after surgery dramatically reduces infections in post-operative incision sites, according to a new research.

Rice sown in 10.35 lakh hectare

June 17, 2011 at 8:20 PM

New Delhi, June 17(ANI): Rice has been sown in 10.35 lakh hectare till date as compared to 10.32 lakh hectare of last year's acreage, according to the Union Agriculture Ministry.

Cotton Acreage up by 5.73 Lakh Hectare

June 10, 2011 at 7:35 PM

New Delhi, June 10(ANI): Cotton has been sown in 20.14 lakh hectare as compared to 14.41 lakh hectare last year, according to the Union Agriculture Ministry.

Punjab reels under oppressive heat wave

May 31, 2011 at 4:47 PM

Ludhiana, May 31 (ANI): The continuous rise in mercury-level has reeled Punjab under oppressive heat wave.

Lewis Hamilton 'has no problem in Nicole Scherzinger working with Steve Jones'

May 13, 2011 at 5:00 PM

London, May 13 (ANI): Ladies' man Steve Jones, who is co-hosting the upcoming 'US X Factor' alongside Lewis Hamilton's missus Nicole Scherzinger, is certainly not going to be an intimidating factor for the F1 driver.

Cotton swab use may result in ruptured eardrum

April 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Inserting a cotton swab into the ear may result in a ruptured eardrum, according to a new study.

Yoga, medication helps improve asthma symptoms in urban adolescents

April 16, 2011 at 3:23 PM

Washington, April 16 (ANI): A new study has suggested that meditation and yoga can be 'helpful' in improving asthma in urban adolescents.

Japanese investment in India will be affected: Rangarajan

March 15, 2011 at 6:06 PM

Mumbai, Mar 15 (ANI): The Chairman of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, C Rangarajan, on Tuesday said the ongoing crisis in Japan would have an impact on investment route and trade.

Bt cotton in India 'good for the field, bad for the farm'

February 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM

Washington, Feb 8 (ANI): A new study by a Washington University in St. Louis anthropologist has suggested that crop yields from Bt cotton may have been overemphasized, as modest rises in crop yields may come at the expense of sustainable farm management.

Mukherjee assures support to growth of textiles industry

February 2, 2011 at 6:49 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today assured the textiles industry the Government's continuous support to upgrade technology, manufacturing processes and conducive policy environment to facilitate its proper growth and enhance productivity.

Cotton exports will not exceed 55 lakh bales: Maran

January 22, 2011 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22(ANI): Union Textiles Minister Thiru Dayanidhi Maran on Saturday indicated that not a single bale over the 55 lakh bales already approved for exports would be allowed to be exported.

Katy Perry announces North American 'California Dreams' tour

January 20, 2011 at 3:44 PM

New York, Jan 20 (ANI): Pop singer Katy Perry has announced that her "California Dreams" world tour will hit the U.S. and Canada this summer.