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

Google signs MoU to train engineering students in Andhra

May 14, 2013 at 9:10 PM

Hyderabad, May 14 (IANS) Google India Private Limited Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh government to train engineering students of Jawahar Knowledge Centres (JKC) in latest technologies like mobile and cloud computing.

'Eega' to be screened at Cannes film market

May 14, 2013 at 8:14 PM

Chennai, May 14 (IANS) Successful Telugu revenge-drama "Eega" will be screened at the Cannes International Film Fesitval's film market section May 20.

South Korea cuts interest rates

May 9, 2013 at 1:29 PM

Seoul, May 9 (IANS) South Korea's central bank unexpectedly cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.5 percent Thursday, altering the policy rate for the first time in seven months.

President wants adequate institutional credit for MSMEs

April 3, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Wednesday said institutional credit should be made available to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) which are vital for India's economic growth.

'Market conditions responsible for increase or decrease in petrol price' says Khurshid

April 1, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, Apr 1 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Monday said that the increase or decrease in the price of petrol depends on the market conditions.

Children rescued from illegal 'homes' in Jaipur

March 13, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Jaipur, March 13 (IANS) The Rajasthan government rescued 49 children, including 27 girls, from illegal confinement at two illegal child shelter homes in the state capital, officials said Wednesday.

Oklahoma University signs MoU with Andhra

March 11, 2013 at 8:11 PM

Hyderabad, March 11 (IANS) The Oklahoma State University Monday signed a MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Society For Knowledge Network (APSFKNW) to explore offering joint certificate programmes.

Oklahoma University signs MoU with Andhra

March 11, 2013 at 5:23 PM

Hyderabad, March 11 (IANS) The Oklahoma State University Monday signed a MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Society For Knowledge Network (APSFKNW) to explore offering joint certificate programmes.

Efficient debt market needed to boost growth: Rangarajan

March 8, 2013 at 8:03 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The Indian government must encourage financial innovation and make the debt market efficient in order to boost investments and growth, chairman of the Prime Minister's economic advisory council C. Rangarajan said Friday.

Bradford's Batman's identity revealed

March 5, 2013 at 12:35 PM

London, Mar. 5 (ANI): A mystery had been sparked when an anonymous man - fully clad with Batman's boots, gloves and logo across his chest - handed a suspected burglar to officers at Trafalgar House police station in Bradford.

One-way traffic resumes on Jammu-Srinagar highway

February 24, 2013 at 5:39 PM

Srinagar, Feb. 24 (ANI): The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway re-opened on Sunday for one way vehicular traffic after remaining blocked for almost two days following the continuous heavy snowfall in the Kashmir valley.

Landslides cause closure of Jammu-Srinagar highway

February 22, 2013 at 3:46 PM

Jammu, Feb 22 (IANS) The 300-km-long Jammu-Srinagar highway, the only lifeline to Kashmir Valley, closed again Friday as landslides caused by heavy rain and snow sent large boulders shooting down.

Owaisi's arrest sparks tension, shutdown in Hyderabad

January 21, 2013 at 5:52 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 21 (IANS) MIM chief and parliament member Asaduddin Owaisi's arrest sparked violent protests and shutdown in parts of the city Monday and police went on high alert to prevent more trouble.

Sensex closes flat; bank, oil and gas stocks fall

January 11, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Mumbai, Jan 11 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed flat Friday ahead of inflation data next week. Banks, oil and gas and metal stocks faced the brunt of selling pressure in cautious trading.

Srinagar-Jammu highway shut due to snowfall

December 29, 2012 at 12:29 PM

Srinagar, Dec 29 (IANS) Fresh snowfall Saturday forced the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu highway Saturday.

Walk in Kolkata to highlight human trafficking

December 22, 2012 at 7:33 PM

Kolkata, Dec 22 (IANS) Highlighting the issue of human trafficking, hundreds of students, victims, volunteers and activists walked through the city hub Saturday holding placards and posters designed to create awareness about the issue.

Govt. planning new authority to regulate higher education: Tharoor

December 21, 2012 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Dec.21 (ANI): Admitting that there is a "clear gap in the overall regulation of higher education", the Minister for State for Human Resource Develpment, Dr. Shashi Tharoor, today said that the government is planning to establish an over-arching authority to set and coordinate standards in higher education.

AMRI fire: Victims' kin, survivors still in shock (One year after)

December 9, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Kolkata, Dec 9 (IANS) Dhananjoy Pal, who lost his teenaged daughter this day a year ago in the AMRI hospital fire, laments why it was his "little girl" and not he who was choked to death.

'Life of Pi' bags National Tourism Awards

December 8, 2012 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, Dec 8 (ANI): The recently released feature film 'Life of Pi' has been given two National Tourism Awards by the Tourism Ministry recognizing the impact it has had in promoting India as a tourism destination, especially Puducherry and Munnar (Kerala).

Kabir Khan at bike rally on World Aids Day

December 1, 2012 at 5:31 PM

Jaipur, Dec 1 (IANS) A bike rally was organised here Saturday by Rays, a non-government organisation, to mark the World AIDS Day that was led by "Ek Tha Tiger" director Kabir Khan to spread awareness and express solidarity with the HIV-positive fraternity.

Minor abducted, raped in Delhi

November 12, 2012 at 7:31 PM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) A 22-year-old man was arrested for repeatedly raping a minor girl after kidnapping her from here house here, police said Monday.

Artistes from across India depict rich folklore during dance festival in Jaipur

November 4, 2012 at 3:19 PM

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Nov.4 (ANI): Dancers from across India recently took part in the Lok Rang Festival in Jaipur, Rajasthan, showcasing India's rich art and culture.

Mexican stock exchange launches corn futures contracts

October 26, 2012 at 5:58 PM

Mexico City, Oct 26 (IANS/EFE) Government and securities industry officials have overseen trading of the first futures contract for corn on the Mexican Stock Exchange.

Intel-backed Ultrabooks 'flop' in tech market as sales predictions slashed more than 50%

October 3, 2012 at 12:06 PM

London, Oct. 3 (ANI): Intel-powered ultrabooks have emerged as a major flop in the technology market after sales predictions for the high-end sub-notebook were slashed by over 50 percent.

It was the best moment of my life, said Rudisha on winning gold at London Olympic 2012

September 28, 2012 at 9:06 PM

David Lekuta Rudisha (23), a Kenyan sprinter and world record holder in 800 metre category, Friday said that winning gold at London was the best moment of his life and he wanted to win these championships......................

South Korea's consumer confidence remains sour

September 25, 2012 at 12:43 PM

Seoul, Sep 25 (IANS) South Korea's consumer confidence remained sour in September amid lingering uncertainties at home and abroad, data by the central bank showed Tuesday.

Fix power, land issues for investment, corporate chiefs tell Nitish

September 15, 2012 at 9:24 PM

Patna, Sep 15 (IANS) Bihar can become an attractive destination for investments if it creates a system to provide land for industry and improves its power situation. This was the message from top corporate leaders, bankers and experts at the first meeting of Bihar State Industrial Investment and Advisory Council (BSIIAC) here Saturday. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his cabinet colleagues were also present, officials said.

Toxic fume kills woman in Thane

September 1, 2012 at 1:05 PM

Thane (Maharashtra), Sep 1 (IANS) A 75-year-old woman suffocated to death and a man fell sick after inhaling toxic fumes that leaked out of a chemical tank near here Saturday, police said.

Sensex closes flat; oil and gas, auto stocks fall (Roundup)

August 23, 2012 at 5:44 PM

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) A benchmark index of Indian equities markets closed flat Thursday after oil and gas, auto and capital goods stocks came under intense selling pressure.

Feasting all night long - at Jama Masjid of course (Feature)

August 10, 2012 at 3:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) It's the time for fasting but also for feasting, and not just for devout Muslims observing the 30-day roza. For foodies all over, Ramzan is the time to soak in the Eid spirit and what better place than the historic walled city of the national capital with the majestic Jama Masjid looming in the backdrop.

South Korea's central bank freezes key interest rate

August 9, 2012 at 11:45 AM

Seoul, Aug 9 (IANS) Bank of Korea (BOK), South Korea's central bank, froze its benchmark interest rate at 3 percent Thursday following the unexpected rate cut in the previous month as it cautioned against the back-to-back rate cut despite weaker growth and low headline inflation.

After village court allows live-in, woman, stepson forced to leave village

July 23, 2012 at 7:31 PM

Patna, July 23 (IANS) A 22-year-old woman and her stepson of the same age, who were allowed by a village court to live as a couple, have left their home in Bihar's Buxar district after threats of social boycott, police said Monday.

Pranab celebrates with 'sandesh', 'laddoos'

July 22, 2012 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) 'Motichoor laddoos', 'malai kulhars' and the evergreen 'sandesh'....sweets were being distrubuted galore Sunday after Pranab Mukherjee was elected president of India.

Court gives CBI papers linked to Abhishek Verma's case

July 17, 2012 at 9:36 PM

New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) Some documents which were purportedly sent to a special court here by an NGO over a corruption case related to Abhishek Verma, an accused in the naval war room leak, were handed over to the CBI.

IMF pares India's growth to 6.1 percent

July 16, 2012 at 7:12 PM

Washington, July 16 (IANS) With global recovery weakening further, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has marginally reduced India's growth projections from 6.8 percent to 6.1 percent for 2012 and from 7.2 percent to 6.5 percent in 2013.

Police defuse bomb in Srinagar

July 12, 2012 at 8:16 PM

Srinagar, July 12 (ANI): Police defused a bomb placed in a suitcase near the Jawahar Tunnel, dubbed as state's lifeline, here on Thursday.

Wall Street rises on monetary easing hopes

June 20, 2012 at 7:57 AM

New York, June 20 (IANS) US stocks closed higher Tuesday as investors' expectations of further monetary easing policy by the Federal Reserve boosted the market, while positive news from Europe also provided support.

Khanna elected AITA president

June 16, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Bangalore, June 16 (IANS) Anil Khanna was unanimously elected president of the All India Tennis Association at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) here Saturday while Bharat Oza became the executive vice-president and secretary-general for a four-year term.

G-20 Summit: S. Africa calls for more transparency in farm produce trading

June 12, 2012 at 2:07 PM

Mexico City, June 12 (Xinhua-ANI): The Group of Twenty (G20) leading economies should work together to improve agricultural productivity and make the global farm produce market more transparent, South Africa's ambassador to Mexico said Monday.

22 industrial clusters to be redeveloped in Delhi

June 11, 2012 at 7:43 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has paved the way for redevelopment of 22 industrial clusters in the city through the notification of regulations in this regard, Delhi Industries and Labour Minister Ramakant Goswami said Monday.

Sony new VAIO laptops knock Indian market

June 10, 2012 at 11:51 AM

Sony India has launched its VAIO laptops with, the ultra-book and new models of E, S and Z series to its ever-expanding product portfolio in India for capturing the market.

Sensex closes below 16,000-mark amid growth worries (Round-up)

June 1, 2012 at 5:35 PM

Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Friday plunged 253 points to close below the 16,000-mark amid concerns over slowing economic growth and weak global cues.

CBSE results: Central schools outshine private schools in Delhi

May 28, 2012 at 1:11 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Central government schools like Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNV) and Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV) in Delhi have fared better than private schools in this year's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 examination, an official statement said Monday.

Falling rupee a serious concern: Commerce minister

May 23, 2012 at 6:25 PM

Shimla, May 23 (IANS) The rupee's continued slide against the dollar is "a serious concern", Commerce Minister Anand Sharma said Wednesday.

Rupee dips below 55 against a dollar

May 21, 2012 at 6:11 PM

Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) The Indian rupee slipped to a record low of 55.05 against a dollar in the intra-day trade Monday, breaching a key psychological level, as importers, especially oil firms, increased buying of the American currency to meet month-end demands.

IIT-JEE results out, Faridabad boy tops

May 18, 2012 at 4:42 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) The results of the Joint Entrance Examination for the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-JEE) 2012 were declared Friday.

BMW case: Police plea for test identification rejected

May 17, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Gurgaon, May 17 (IANS) A court here Thursday rejected the police plea demanding test identification parade of Suraj Sehrawat, the main accused in the May 5 BMW hit-and-run case in which two people, including a pregnant woman, were killed.

BMW kills two, injures four

May 5, 2012 at 4:54 PM

Gurgaon, May 5 (IANS) In yet another incident involving a BMW, a speeding car rammmed into a vehicle Saturday here killing two people, including a woman, and critically injured four others, all of a family, police said.

"Absence of quick response team led to high toll in Assam ferry tragedy'

May 4, 2012 at 7:34 PM

Guwahati, May 4 (IANS) Lack of any quick response team (QRT) in lower Assam's Dhubri district as well absence of any life-saving equipment on the vessel led to a high number of casualties in Monday's accident when a ferry, with almost 350 people on board, capsized in stormy weather, a disaster management authority official said.

Production at SAIL's Bhilai Steel Plant dips

April 10, 2012 at 4:51 PM

Raipur, April 10 (IANS) Production at the public sector Bhilai Steel Plant dipped in the 2011-12 fiscal from the previous financial year, the management said Tuesday, blaming the aging coke oven batteries for the fall.

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.

Team Anna gears up for protest at Jantar Mantar

March 24, 2012 at 2:30 PM

Team Anna has been trying its best for the overall success of one-day protest at Jantar Mantar on Sunday.

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.

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.

Bhopal artists showcase work in Jaipur

November 29, 2011 at 3:08 PM

Nevada (US), Nov 29 (ANI): Hindu statesman Rajan Zed was the "Guest of Honour" at the inauguration of six-day exhibition of paintings and drawings by three well known national artists in Jaipur (Rajasthan) on November 25 evening.

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.

Mukherjee welcomes strategic partnership between India, Vietnam

May 5, 2011 at 8:36 PM

Hanoi, May 5 (ANI): Indian Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, who called on General Secretary of the Communist Part of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong here today, said that the strategic partnership between the two nations is a landmark in the development of relations.

Jammu- Srinagar National Highway reopens

February 28, 2011 at 6:17 PM

Jammu, Feb.28 (ANI): The Jammu- Srinagar highway, which connects Kashmir with the rest of the country, was reopened today, for vehicular traffic.

Two out of three new jobs taken by foreigners in Britain last year

January 19, 2011 at 5:25 PM

London, Jan 19 (ANI): Foreigners are taking away two out of three new jobs in Britain, with statistics showing that only 100,000 of 297,000 workers who began new posts between July and September 2010 were native Britons.

Jammu-Srinagar highway remains shut due to snowfall

January 16, 2011 at 1:07 PM

Qazigund (J-K), Jan 16 (ANI): The shutdown of the 300-km Jammu-Srinagar highway continued for the second consecutive day due to heavy snowfall.

Jammu-Srinagar highway remains shut due to snowfall

January 16, 2011 at 1:07 PM

Qazigund (J-K), Jan 16 (ANI): The shutdown of the 300-km Jammu-Srinagar highway continued for the second consecutive day due to heavy snowfall.

Jharkhand police officer resigns over government apathy

December 12, 2010 at 8:11 PM

Palamu (Jharkhand), Dec.12 (ANI): An Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Jharkhand resigned on Sunday as the government failed to fix his salary.

Obamas' will head to highly secured Humayun's Tomb directly from airport

November 7, 2010 at 11:23 AM

New Delhi, Nov.7 (ANI): US President Barack Obama and his wife and US First Lady Michelle Obama will head directly to the renovated tomb of the second Mughal Emperor Humayun soon after their arrival in New Delhi on Sunday afternoon.

Ministers enjoy that freshness on canvas

October 29, 2010 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct. 29 (ANI/Times News Network): Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh found it "reflective" and "deeply inward looking", junior Oil minister Jitin Prasada was impressed by the "riot of colours" even though he was self-confessedly "ignorant about art" and IT minister Sachin Pilot was moved by the poetry, but none remained indifferent to Trishla Jain's first solo exhibition of acrylic and oil paintings, That Freshness", at the Stainless Art Gallery here that came to a close on Thursday.

Property rights to be given to urban poor under 'Rajiv Awas Yojana'

October 28, 2010 at 7:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct.28 (ANI): Union Minister of Tourism, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Kumari Selja said a new initiative called 'Rajiv Awas Yojana' would be introduced where property rights will be given to the urban poor.

Artisans from across the country assemble for 'Shilpotsav 2010' at Delhi Haat

October 16, 2010 at 9:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct. 16 (ANI): Shilpotsav 2010, the annual fair of artisans from different parts of the country commenced here on Saturday at Dilli Haat near INA Market.

'Mines to Market' diamond conference begins in Mumbai

October 13, 2010 at 1:34 PM

Mumbai, Oct 13 (ANI): 'Mines to Market', the bi-annual International Diamond conference begins in Mumbai.

Elaborate traffic arrangements ahead of Commonwealth Games closing ceremony

October 12, 2010 at 12:58 PM

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Elaborate arrangements are being introduced here for smooth traffic movement ahead of a marathon race that would be conducted on the city roads on the morning of October 14, the day of the closing ceremony of the XIXth Commonwealth Games.

Looted goods from NATO trucks openly being sold in Pak markets

October 11, 2010 at 4:55 PM

Islamabad, Oct 11(ANI): Looted goods from NATO supply convoys en route to military bases in Afghanistan, can be brought at cheap prices from a black market in Peshawar.

Looted goods from NATO trucks openly being sold in Pak markets

October 11, 2010 at 4:55 PM

Islamabad, Oct 11(ANI): Looted goods from NATO supply convoys en route to military bases in Afghanistan, can be brought at cheap prices from a black market in Peshawar.

Jharkhand drought-affected protest over non-distribution of grains

September 30, 2010 at 12:20 PM

Palamu, Sep 30 (ANI): Hundreds of poor and drought-affected people in Jharkhand's Palamu District staged a protest outside Food Corporation of India godowns on Wednesday.

Good education just not the right of a few people, says Sonia Gandhi

September 8, 2010 at 7:36 PM

New Delhi, Sep.8 (ANI): Expressing concern at the high percentage of students leaving schools soon after taking admissions, Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday said good education was not just the right of certain people.

Sonia Gandhi to inaugurate 31 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas

September 8, 2010 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi will on Wednesday inaugurate 31 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) on the International Literacy Day.

Maoists lift eight- month long ban in Jharkhand villages, want children to join cause

August 23, 2010 at 7:27 PM

Chuck (Jharkhand), Aug 23 (ANI): Maoists lifted the eight-month long economic and transport ban from 18 villages in Jharkhand's Palamu district.

Up to 85pc of new drugs do little good: Study

August 18, 2010 at 5:29 PM

London, Aug 18 (ANI): A study has found that most drug companies are overstating the benefits of new drugs while downplaying their side effects.

Over 300 hardliners have entered Lahore to stoke terror activities: Pak agencies

August 16, 2010 at 5:09 PM

Lahore, Aug 16(ANI): Pakistan intelligence agencies have said that over 300 hardliners with links to terrorist groups have entered Lahore, acquiring houses in Afghan and Pakhtun populated localities.

Gill denies formation of apex committee, says Govt. will look into CWG corruption

August 5, 2010 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (ANI): Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister M S Gill on Thursday said the Central Government will look into charges of corruption in the 2010 Commonwealth Games, but denied plans to set up an apex committee to monitor the Games.

Looted goods from US, NATO trucks openly being sold in Peshawar market

June 25, 2010 at 5:31 PM

Peshawar, June 25(ANI): Looted goods from U.S. and NATO supply convoys en route to military bases in Afghanistan, can be brought at cheap prices from a black market in Peshawar, a city famed for dealing in smuggled items.

Massive fire guts over 100 shops in Gwalior

June 5, 2010 at 8:48 PM

Gwalior, June 5 (ANI): A massive fire that broke out at Victoria Market here gutted over a hundred shops in the early hours of Saturday (June 5).

Access to markets in India at a price, says official

June 4, 2010 at 1:29 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (ANI): Countries demanding greater access to Indian markets will have to pay for it if India agrees to give access said, India's chief negotiator at the WTO and an Additional Secretary in the Commerce Ministry, D.K. Mittal.

For Karachi male prostitutes "it's all about eye contact and the rest is understood"

April 27, 2010 at 6:22 PM

Karachi, Apr.27 (ANI): Pakistan's financial capital, Karachi's Empress Market is fast becoming a hub for male prostitution.

Lahore High Court issues notices to Asif, ex-girlfriend Veena Malik

April 17, 2010 at 2:35 PM

Lahore, Apr.16 (ANI): The Lahore High Court (LHC) has issued notices to both fast bowler Mohammed Asif and his estranged girl friend Veena Malik on their respective petitions seeking action against each other.

Sports Minister Gill inspects Commonwealth Games stadium

April 2, 2010 at 5:01 PM

New Delhi, Apr 2 (ANI): Sports Minister M S Gill on Friday inspected the under-construction Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium here, which will act as the main venue for the 'Commonwealth Games 2010'.

Societies use punishment as a tool to enforce norms in large populations

March 19, 2010 at 12:58 PM

Washington, Mar 19 (ANI): A society with a large number of people uses punishment to enforce norms, while the same does not hold true for societies with lower population, where everybody knows each other, claims a study.

Folk music extravaganza enthralls audiences Jaipur

March 11, 2010 at 6:15 PM

Jaipur, Mar 11(ANI): Music lovers in Rajasthan had a festive time when many of them attended the ongoing 'Anunaad' -the National Folk Instrumental Festival- held at Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur.

Jaipur organizes impersonator show to revive folk art form

March 7, 2010 at 3:33 PM

Jaipur, Mar 7 (ANI): With an aim of reviving popular folk entertainment, a Behrupia (impersonator) show was organized here on Saturday.

Shanghai crackdown to prevent underage teens' Karaoke club visits

February 11, 2010 at 3:26 PM

Shanghai, Feb 11(ANI): Shanghai is tightening its supervision of entertainment venues as more and more teenagers flock to karaoke clubs during school holidays for the spring festival.

Second avalanche in Kashmir kills 18th soldier

February 9, 2010 at 2:01 PM

Srinagar, Feb 9 (ANI): Another army soldier was killed in a second avalanche on Tuesday, even as 13 out of the 14 already trapped, were rescued from an Army forward post in Jammu and Kashmir Tangdhar District.

16 dead, four missing in Srinagar avalanche

February 9, 2010 at 12:26 AM

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Feb 8 (ANI): At least 16 soldiers have lost their lives and around four others are missing after they were trapped in an avalanche in Khilanmarg, 70 kilometers from Srinagar.

Traffic suspended on Srinagar-Jammu highway due to snowfall

January 30, 2010 at 11:44 AM

Srinagar, Jan 30 (ANI): Traffic has been suspended on the 300 kilometer long Srinagar-Jammu national highway due to slippery conditions caused by heavy snowfall, leaving hundreds of trucks, passenger buses and tourist vehicles stranded.

Eight out of ten students in England are non-white, schools 'still segregated' by race

January 20, 2010 at 2:39 PM

London, Jan.20 (ANI): Several schools in England's most diverse towns and cities are still segregated along racial lines, despite a high-profile Government drive to break down ethnic barriers, according to one research conducted by Bristol University.

Fiat to introduce new models in small car segment soon

January 6, 2010 at 8:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan.6 (ANI): Fiat has plans to introduce new models in the small car segment in the near future, revealed Rajeev Kapoor, Fiat India president and CEO, at the ongoing Auto Expo 2010 here on Wednesday.

Two Iranians nabbed for possessing fake Indian currency

December 30, 2009 at 10:40 AM

Mylapore (Chennai), Dec 29 (ANI): Two female tourists hailing from Tehran were arrested for possessing fake Indian currency while shopping at a lifestyle store in Chennai on Tuesday.

Dr. Singh to begin 2nd innings as PM today

May 21, 2009 at 1:01 AM

Dr. Manmohan Singh will commence the second innings as Prime Minister on Friday when he is sworn-in for the second consecutive term along with his council of ministers. Dr. Singh is the second Prime Minister after Jawahar Lal Nehru

Diwali fair attracts shoppers in Jaipur

October 13, 2009 at 4:44 PM

Jaipur, Oct 13 (ANI): Hundreds of residents thronged a Diwali fair at night here to shop ahead of the festival.

Radio Pakistan views PM's heart surgery caused by Brahmin leaders

October 9, 2009 at 6:05 PM

Abohar (Punjab), Oct.9 (ANI): Radio Pakistan in its latest edition of Punjabi Durbar programme has stated that Dr. Manmohan Singh works under pressure from Brahmin (Hindu) leaders, which it states, recently caused him to undergo heart surgery too and skip this year's Republic Day function!

EU supported urban agricultural market popular in Kerala

September 18, 2009 at 10:38 AM

Maradu (Kerala), Sept 18 (ANI): Agricultural Urban Wholesale Market at Maradu in Kerala has become popular among residents and farmers alike.

Shekhawat says Jaswant's expulsion wrong

September 10, 2009 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10(ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Vice-President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat on Thursday said the decision to expel Jaswant Singh was wrong.