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Everything you need to know about Gurgaon Road: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Gurgaon Road: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Before his death, Delhi Police inspector filed FIR on spot fixing

May 19, 2013 at 10:14 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) A day before he was found dead under mysteriouos circumstances last week, Delhi Police Inspector Badrish Dutt had filed a police complaint that spot fixing was to take place in the multi-crore IPL tournament and players would under-perform during agreed upon overs in exchange for huge amounts.

Women cases getting top priority after Delhi gang-rape: Judge

May 19, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Gurgaon, May 19 (IANS) Supreme Court's Justice P. Sathasivam, who is also the executive chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), Sunday said that cases related to women are being given priority by courts after the Delhi gang-rape.

Gurgaon to have India's first defence varsity

May 18, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Gurgaon, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will lay the foundation stone of the first Indian National Defence University (INDU) here May 23, an official said Saturday.

Japanese executive commits suicide in Gurgaon

May 18, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Gurgaon (Haryana), May 18 (ANI): A senior Japanese executive committed suicide by jumping off a multi storey building in a residential complex in Gurgaon, Haryana, on Friday.

'Aurangzeb': Mesmering, well-cast family drama of flawed people (IANS Hindi Film Review)

May 17, 2013 at 11:26 PM

Film: Aurangzeb; Starring: Arjun Kapoor, Prithviraj, Rishi Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Amrita Singh, Swara Bhaskara, Sasheh Agha, Tanve Azmi; Directed by Atul Sabharwal; Rating: ****

Three arrested for rapes in Gurgaon

May 17, 2013 at 9:50 PM

Gurgaon, May 17 (IANS) A policeman, a physiotherapist and an engineer were arrested here Friday in connection with three separate rape cases here, police said.

Arjun Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran promote 'Aurangzeb' in Gurgaon

May 16, 2013 at 5:02 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): The lead actors of Yash Raj's upcoming crime drama Aurangzeb - Arjun Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran- promoted their film in Gurgaon.

Maruti Suzuki donates ambulances

May 15, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Gurgaon, May 15 (IANS) India's largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki Wednesday donated four Eeco ambulances to the Civil Hospital here, a company spokesperson said.

Construction to be curbed near Gurgaon ammo depot

May 15, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Gurgaon, May 15 (IANS) To curb illegal construction in the restricted area within 900 metres of the ammunition depot here, the district administration Wednesday decided to erect pillars outside the boundary line, an official spokesperson said.

LinkedIn India crosses 20 million member milestone

May 15, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Mumbai, May 15 (ANI-Business Wire India): LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, today announced its India member base has crossed the 20 million mark, gaining the critical mass significant enough to represent a world-class city full of professionals and students.

14th IIFA to be held in Macau

May 14, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Gurgaon, May 14 (IANS) The 14th International Indian Film Academy awards (IIFA) will be held in Macau from June 4 it was announced here Tuesday. This is the second time that the event will be held in the city.

Indian-origin doctor in South Africa shot dead

May 14, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Durban, May 14 (IANS) An Indian-origin doctor was shot dead outside his surgery at Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.

Ranbaxy announces conclusion of previously disclosed U.S. justice department probe

May 14, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Gurgaon, May 14 (ANI): Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. has announced that a previously disclosed investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) of data integrity and manufacturing processes at certain Ranbaxy facilities in India has been concluded.

Gurgaon administration wants e-stamping

May 13, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Chandigarh, May 13 (IANS) To lessen the wait and hardship of the people for registering property, the Gurgaon district administration has urged the Haryana government to introduce e-stamping to make things easier, a spokesman said Monday.

Punjab Police raid Gurgaon builder's office

May 13, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Gurgaon, May 13 (IANS) The office of a realtor was Monday raided in Gurgaon by Punjab Police in connection with a complaint of a Rs.210 crore fraud in Ferozepur in Punjab, Haryana Police said.

Gurgaon city buses to get CCTV cameras

May 12, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Gurgaon, May 12 (IANS) All Gurgaon city buses will be fitted with CCTV cameras and 100 new buses, including 50 air-conditioned ones, will soon join the fleet, an official said here Sunday. Bus terminals across Haryana will also get electronic eyes for security.

DMRC to introduce new equipment for cleaning like international standards

May 12, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Now Delhi Metro is going to provide house keeping staff with hi-tech machines and formal training so that it can be ensured the tidiness on the premises which can be matches with international standards

Delhi Metro set to be even cleaner

May 12, 2013 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) The Delhi Metro has a record for being neck and shoulders above the rest of the city, when it comes to cleanliness on its premises. Commuters can expect even better, as new machines and special training for staff are planned.

Landslides, house collapses kill eight in Mizoram; 11 missing

May 11, 2013 at 8:46 PM

Aizawl, May 11 (IANS) At least eight people were killed and 11 were missing, while 25 others sustained injuries in Mizoram Saturday, when nine houses were swept away in a massive landslide, officials said.

Delhi Police inspector, woman found dead in Gurgaon

May 11, 2013 at 8:46 PM

Gurgaon/New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) A Delhi Police Special Cell inspector, who had achieved great success in tackling terrorists, allegedly committed suicide after killing a woman who was his live-in partner, police said Saturday.

Delhi Police inspector, woman found dead in Gurgaon

May 11, 2013 at 3:26 PM

Gurgaon, May 11 (IANS) A Delhi Police inspector of the Special Cell allegedly committed suicide after killing a woman who was his live-in partner, police said Saturday.

Eat fresh fruits to avoid dehydration

May 11, 2013 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) In this scorching heat people are at high risk of dehydration and worse. Apart from drinking lots of water, expert advise is to eat fresh fruits to avoid a heat stroke.

Three arrested for double murder in Gurgaon

May 10, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Gurgaon, May 10 (IANS) Three men have been arrested for the murder of two people here, including a woman, police said Friday.

Why low-key promotions for 'Aurangzeb'?

May 10, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) Over the top pre-release publicity has become the norm in filmdom, but contrary to this, the promotions of crime thriller "Aurangzeb" have been low-key so far. But director Atul Sabharwal says as the release date gets closer, the promotions will get intense.

Chelsee Healey regrets boob job

May 8, 2013 at 3:45 PM

London, May 8 (ANI): Chelsee Healey has admitted that getting breast implants at the age of 18 was the "biggest mistake of her life".

'Aurangzeb' promotion at under-construction sites

May 8, 2013 at 12:00 PM

Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) With new promotion techniques coming up these days, the team of forthcoming film "Aurangzeb" has decided to hold press meets to promote the thriller only at under-construction building sites here.

Govt. to issue a new SOP for Kashmiri militants wishing to surrender to India

May 7, 2013 at 12:49 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (ANI): The Central Government will soon issue a new set of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Kashmiri militants, who want to return to India through the Nepal border to surrender under a special scheme.

Youth arrested for murder in Gurgaon

May 6, 2013 at 7:21 PM

Gurgaon, May 6 (IANS) A 19-year-old youth, who allegedly murdered a vendor April 30 following a dispute over a bottle of water, was arrested here, police said Monday.

CBI investigating recruitment scam in NDA: Antony

May 6, 2013 at 5:12 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony has said that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is investigating the recruitment scam in NDA.

Terrorists highly educated, says home secretary

May 6, 2013 at 3:36 PM

Gurgaon, May 6 (IANS) Home Secretary R.K. Singh Monday said religious fundamentalism was a big threat to the nation and it was increasing among the educated section of society.

More special schools will help autistic children: Tharoor

May 3, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) More special schools can create awareness among parents and help in social acceptance of children with neurological disorders, Minister of State for Human Resource Development Shashi Tharoor said here Friday.

Gurgaon's homemaker wins Dabur Hommade HomeStar contest (With Image)

May 3, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Sudha Dhir, a 65-year-old homemaker from Gurgaon, Friday won the Dabur Hommade HomeStar contest.

Glam up your looks with cocktail earrings

May 2, 2013 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Cocktail jewellery just got more blingy and classy with designer Prerna Rajpal's recent collection.

Do charity for any reason, but do it anyways: Salman

May 2, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Gurgaon, May 2 (IANS) Do charity and do it directly, suggests actor Salman Khan, who contributes to various social activities through his charitable organisation Being Human.

Verification firm helps establish identities, ensures security

May 2, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Gurgaon, May 2 (IANS) Ashwani Kumar Narula's dilemma was like that of any other NRI. He was constantly worried about his mother who lived alone in Delhi, and the frequent cases of crimes against the elderly by their domestic help added to his woes. What ifthere was a way of scientifically verifying individuals to ward off possible criminals and even track them if needed?

Youth killed at wedding in Gurgaon

April 30, 2013 at 10:04 PM

Gurgaon, April 30 (IANS) A youth was beaten to death here at a wedding after a tiff over playing songs, police said Tuesday.

Delhi woman raped in Gurgaon

April 30, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Gurgaon, April 30 (IANS) A 23-year-old married Delhi woman was allegedly raped by her friend in a car here, police said Tuesday.

Fortis launches 'next-generation' hospital in Gurgaon

April 30, 2013 at 5:24 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Fortis Healthcare Limited, a chain of private healthcare providers, Tuesday launched its flagship "next-generation" hospital, the Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) in Gurgaon, an official said here Tuesday.

Jharkhand girl rescued from Gurgaon

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) A 15-year-old girl trafficked from Jharkhand was rescued from a house in a posh locality at Gurgaon, police said Monday.

Two Bangladeshi women in Gurgaon police net

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Gurgaon, April 29 (IANS) Two Bangladeshi women were arrested and two children taken into custody for not having valid documents, police said Monday.

Bank employees booked for forgery, fraud in Gurgaon

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Gurgaon, April 29 (IANS) Unidentified employees of Kotak Mahindra Bank here have been booked for forgery and cheating the bank of over Rs.3 crore, police said Monday.

Work delayed on Gurgaon-Kotputli highway stretch

April 29, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Work on the Gurgaon-Kotputli stretch of National Highway No.8 (NH 8), that connects Delhi with the country's business hub Mumbai, has been delayed, the Lok Sabha was informed Monday.

Suicide bomb attack in Peshawar, six dies

April 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Six people were killed and 38 wounded in an incident of suicide bomb attack on Monday when a suicide bomber struck his motorbike loaded with explosives into a bus in Peshawar, police said.

Six die in Peshawar suicide bombing

April 29, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) Six people were killed and 38 wounded Monday when a suicide bomber rammed his motorcycle loaded with explosives into a bus in Peshawar, police said.

Three killed in Pakistan blast

April 29, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) Three people were killed and 15 injured Monday in a huge explosion in Pakistan's Peshawar city, a media report said.

Child killed in Pakistan blast

April 28, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Islamabad, April 28 (IANS) A child was killed and five other people were injured in a blast near a candidate's election meeting in Pakistan's Quetta city Sunday, a media report said.

Two women raped in moving car in Gurgaon

April 27, 2013 at 9:00 PM

Gurgaon, April 27 (IANS) Two women have alleged that three men raped them in a car after giving them a lift, police said Saturday.

Dev Benegal excited to join jury panel of film challenge

April 26, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Director Dev Benegal, who has won awards for "English August" and "Road Movie", has been chosen as a jury member for the Sci-Fi-London 48 Hour Film Challenge 2013.

Hooda announces university for south Haryana

April 25, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Gurgaon, April 25 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda Thursday announced that a new university would be opened to serve the southern region of the state.

French live show 'Mana' comes to India

April 25, 2013 at 3:48 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) French live show "Mana", which has been staged in the US, Japan, Thailand and Turkey, will open to Indian audiences at Kingdom of Dreams in Gurgaon, starting May 14.

Inter-state car lifter gang busted in Gurgaon

April 24, 2013 at 8:28 PM

Gurgaon, April 24 (IANS) A gang of car lifters active in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh was busted here, police said Wednesday.

Man held in Gurgaon for raping minor stepdaughters

April 24, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Gurgaon, April 24 (IANS) A man was arrested here Wednesday for allegedly raping his stepdaughters, aged 7 and 14, police said.

Man rapes five-year-old cousin

April 23, 2013 at 8:28 PM

Gurgaon, April 23 (IANS) A man raped his five-year-old cousin in Gurgaon when she was alone in her house, police said Tuesday.

'Ek Thi Daayan' opens with average weekend collection

April 23, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) The opening weekend collection of Emraan Hashmi-starrer "Ek Thi Daayan" is approximately Rs.18.07 crore and trade pundits are calling it satisfactory business, keeping the unconventional theme of the movie in mind.

Manish Tewari condoles death of ex-CJI Verma

April 23, 2013 at 1:08 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (ANI): Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari on Tuesday condoled the death of former Chief Justice of India J.S. Verma.

Will miss his generous advice, says PM condoling Justice Verma's death

April 23, 2013 at 12:04 AM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Condoling the death of Justice J.S. Verma, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday described him as "a man of vast understanding and knowledge of law" and said he would miss his "generous advice and guidance on matters of public importance".

PM condoles Justice Verma's death

April 22, 2013 at 11:48 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday expressed his condolences on the death of Justice J.S. Verma, describing him "a man of vast understanding and knowledge of law".

Former CJI, anti-rape law panel chief J.S. Verma dead

April 22, 2013 at 11:40 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Justice J.S. Verma, who headed the panel on anti-rape laws in the aftermath of the Dec 16 gang-rape, died due to liver failure and bleeding in the stomach here Monday. He was 80.

Former CJI J.S.Verma dead

April 22, 2013 at 11:08 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Justice J.S. Verma, who headed the panel which suggested changes to the anti-rape laws in the aftermath of the Dec 16 gang-rape, died due to liver failure and bleeding in the stomach here Monday. He was 80.

Former chief justice of India J.S Verma dies

April 22, 2013 at 11:00 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Justice J.S. Verma, who headed the panel which suggested changes to the anti-rape laws in the aftermath of the Dec 16, 2012 gang-rape, died due to multiple organ failure here Monday, family sources said. He was 80.

Cashless treatment for accident victims

April 22, 2013 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) The government has decided to launch a pilot project to provide cashless treatment to road accident victims on the Gurgaon-Jaipur highway, parliament was told Monday.

On Earth Day, company CEOs walk to work in Gurgaon

April 22, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Gurgaon, April 22 (IANS) Over 500 senior company executives Monday walked to their offices in Gurgaon in an initiative aimed at making the city free of congestion and pedestrian-friendly.

Swami Kriyananda passes away

April 21, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Swami Kriyananda, among the last of direct disciples of the iconic Paramhansa Yogananda, passed away Sunday in Italy, his organization Ananda Sangha announced. He was 86.

Swami Kriyananda passes away

April 21, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Swami Kriyananda, among the last of direct disciples of the iconic Paramhansa Yogananda, passed away Sunday in Italy, his organization Ananda Sangha announced. He was 86.

Swami Kriyananda passes away

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Swami Kriyananda, among the last of direct disciples of the iconic Paramhansa Yogananda, passed away Sunday in Italy, his organization Ananda Sangha announced. He was 86.

Goodricke Group eyes on-line packet tea sales in big way

April 20, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) In a major move to sell packet tea online, especially in overseas markets, tea major Goodricke Group has initiated measures to upgrade its website for international transactions, a top company executive said Saturday.

Six vehicle lifters arrested with weapons in Gurgaon

April 19, 2013 at 9:40 PM

Gurgaon, April 19 (IANS) A gang of six vehicle lifters, involved in more than 120 cases of vehicle thefts, was busted following their arrest along with firearms here early Friday, police said.

Body of newborn found in Gurgaon

April 19, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Gurgaon, April 19 (IANS) The body of girl born two or three days ago was found near the busy Rajiv Chowk here, police said Friday. Dogs had chewed up parts of the body.

Truck rams into a mini-truck, kills two in Haryana

April 19, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Gurgaon, April 19 (IANS) Two people were killed and three others injured after a truck rammed into a stationary mini-truck on the National Highway-8 near Haryana's Manesar town early Friday, police said.

Enlarged head of infant amazes Gugaon doctors

April 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Gurgaon, April 19 (ANI): Doctors at a hospital in Gurgaon have expressed amazement over the size of the enlarged head of 16-month-old baby girl, Runa Begum, who suffers from hydrocephalus.

Maruti's Dzire and Ertiga win design award

April 18, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Gurgaon April 18 (IANS) Passenger car market leader Maruti Suzuki's Swift Dzire and Ertiga cars have been awarded the India Design Mark Award, a company official said here Thursday.

Three women rescued from Delhi's red light district

April 17, 2013 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Three women have been rescued from the capital's infamous red light district after a raid, police said Wednesday.

Haryana minister faces heat on alleged bogus voting

April 16, 2013 at 10:12 PM

Gurgaon April 16 (IANS) A Gurgaon court Tuesday noted that there was a prima facie case against Haryana Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Sukhbir Kataria for his suspected role in a case of alleged bogus voting in 2009, said a representative of a petitioner NGO.

Three killed by speeding trucks in Delhi

April 14, 2013 at 8:44 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) In one of the most gory accidents in the capital, a motorcyclist was hit and dragged by a speeding truck for over three km Saturday night, police said.

At Paatra, feast while you fast (With Image) (Food Review)

April 14, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) From mouth-watering Tapioca pudding (Sabudaane ki kheer) and hot and peppery cottage cheese prepared with varied spices to fried buckwheat dumplings -- one can choose from all these delectable delicacies at Paatra restaurant.

Speakeasy, a place to de-stress yourself (Restaurant Review)

April 14, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) After a hectic day at work, dropping at noisy bars don't seem to be a great idea. This is where Speakeasy bar and lounge, a neighbourhood kind of place, comes in.

Cops blames expressway operator for Gurgaon jams

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Gurgaon, April 13 (IANS) Gurgaon Police Commissioner Alok Mittal Saturday said the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Delhi-Gurgaon expressway operator were the big hurdles in ending traffic jams on the stretch.

Cops blames expressway operator for Gurgaon jams

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Gurgaon, April 13 (IANS) Gurgaon Police Commissioner Alok Mittal Saturday said the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Delhi-Gurgaon expressway operator were the big hurdles in ending traffic jams on the stretch.

Cops blames expressway operator for Gurgaon jams

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Gurgaon, April 13 (IANS) Gurgaon Police Commissioner Alok Mittal Saturday said the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Delhi-Gurgaon expressway operator were the big hurdles in ending traffic jams on the stretch.

Cops blames expressway operator for Gurgaon jams

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Gurgaon, April 13 (IANS) Gurgaon Police Commissioner Alok Mittal Saturday said the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Delhi-Gurgaon expressway operator were the big hurdles in ending traffic jams on the stretch.

Youth arrested for stabbing woman in Delhi

April 12, 2013 at 8:36 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) A 20-year-old youth has been arrested here for stabbing his girl friend earlier this week. The girl survived the attack and gave a statement against the accused, police said Friday.

Two killed as truck smashes 9 vehicles in Mumbai

April 12, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Two people were killed and four injured when a truck rammed into nine vehicles on a busy arterial road in northwest Mumbai Friday, police said.

Haryana minister in bogus vote row granted bail

April 12, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Gurgaon, April 12 (IANS) Haryana's Sports Minister Sukhbir Kataria Friday appeared before a trial court to answer charges of forging documents to obtain voter cards for his relatives in 2009. He was granted bail by the trial court.

Faulty planning benefited private builders in Gurgaon: CAG report

April 9, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Chandigarh, April 9 (IANS) Nearly 360 acres of prime land in Gurgaon has landed in the hands of private colonizers and developers, thanks to "poor planning" of the Haryana government.

MBA students among four held for Gurgaon loot

April 8, 2013 at 6:22 PM

Gurgaon, April 8 (IANS) Four students, including two pursuing MBA and one studying in the US, were arrested here for looting Rs.1.2 lakh from a Delhi money exchange agent, police said Monday.

Teacher arrested for molesting law student in Gurgaon

April 8, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Gurgaon, April 8 (IANS) A lecturer at the University Institute of Law and Management Studies (UILMS) here was arrested Monday for molesting and harassing a third year law student, police said.

Gurgaon man found stabbed over a dozen times

April 7, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Gurgaon, April 7 (IANS) An unidentified man was murdered and his body with over a dozen stab wounds dumped near railway tracks in Gurgaon, police said Sunday.

Land leases haunt Hooda government (Haryana Newsletter)

April 6, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Chandigarh, April 6 (IANS) The controversial lease of over five acres of prime land near Delhi suburb Gurgaon for a super-specialty eye hospital to be set up by the Rajiv Gandhi Charitable Trust (RGCT) continues to haunt Haryana's Bhupinder Singh Hooda government.

Tension at Suzuki plant in Gurgaon

April 4, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Gurgaon, April 4 (IANS) Tension prevailed at Suzuki Motors plant here over the issue of revoking the suspension of three employees, including two senior union leaders, a leader said Thursday. The union is now threatening strike.

Now call centres empowering underprivileged kids

April 3, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Gurgaon, April 3 (IANS) Call centres have long been identified among the young with well-paying jobs and an aspirational lifestyle. Now some of them are stepping out to help underprivileged children in India and fulfil their social obligations as well.

Cut salt intake, exercise to avoid high BP (Health Feature)

March 31, 2013 at 9:54 AM

New Delhi/Gurgaon, March 31 (IANS) Shruti Jain was a busy working mother juggling children, work and household chores with aplomb, until she suddenly collapsed in office one day. Diagnosed with a stroke, she had to undergo a six-month recuperation and paid a hefty fee at a private hospital.

All India Motor Transport Congress calls off nationwide strike

March 29, 2013 at 6:34 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 29 (ANI): The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) has called off the proposed strike after its representatives met the Secretary, Road Transport and Highways here today.

Warm Thursday in Delhi cooled by evening rain

March 28, 2013 at 9:22 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) Delhi exprienced a warm day Thursday, but rain in the evening brought relief from the heat. Showers are also likely Friday, a meterological department official said.

Farmhouses of singer Mika, others sealed in Gurgaon

March 28, 2013 at 8:02 PM

Chandigarh, March 28 (IANS) The district administration in Gurgaon Thursday sealed several illegal farmhouses, including that of popular Bollywood singer Mika Singh, in village Roz Ka Gujjar.

Warm Thursday in Delhi cooled by evening rain

March 28, 2013 at 7:54 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) Delhi saw a warm day Thursday but rain followed in the evening, bringing relief from the heat. Some showers are also likely Friday.

Five killed as transmission tower collapses

March 28, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Gurgaon, March 28 (IANS) Five migrant labourers from West Bengal were crushed to death after a power transmission tower fell on them in Haryana's Mewat district Thursday, police said.

Villagers lock up teachers over girl's suicide

March 28, 2013 at 3:38 PM

Gurgaon, March 28 (IANS) Angry villagers near here locked up the teachers of a government senior secondary school Thursday after a girl student committed suicide at her home four days ago. The girl had failed to pass class 11, police said.

Lack of donors leads to 'kidney rackets' in India

March 26, 2013 at 12:50 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Five years since the busting of a thriving racket in human kidneys in Gurgaon, where unsuspecting poor people would have their kidneys removed without their consent, a "huge disparity" between demand and supply of organs for transplant continues to promote a black market in kidneys, says doctors.

Companies take expert help to keep employees fit

March 25, 2013 at 1:30 PM

Gurgaon/New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) From asking dieticians to draw up cafeteria menus to conducting counselling sessions to keep them fit, multinational companies and others are becoming mindful about their employees' health, given the steady rise in lifestyle diseases affecting their workforce.

Man held for damaging 100 cars in Britain

March 25, 2013 at 8:34 AM

London, March 25 (IANS) A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing thousands of pounds of damage to more than 100 cars in two streets in Bristol.