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

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

BJP youth wing workers detained during protest

May 23, 2013 at 1:34 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) About 30 activists of the BJP's youth wing protesting the UPA-II government's corruption scandals were detained when they were trying to march towards Connaught Place in central Delhi.

Indian lorry driver jailed in Singapore

May 21, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Singapore, May 21 (IANS) An Indian lorry driver has been jailed by a court in Singapore for causing the death of one person and injuring 14 others due to negligence while driving.

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.

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".

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.

6 killed, 12 injured in suicide attack in NW Pakistan

March 29, 2013 at 12:58 PM

Islamabad, March 29 (Xinhua-ANI): A suicide bomber targeting a convoy of paramilitary troops left six people killed and 12 others injured in Pakistan's northwest city of Peshawar on Friday morning, a senior officer said.

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.

Tottenham's Sandro in Brazil for knee treatment

March 22, 2013 at 1:06 PM

Rio de Janeiro, March 22 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro has returned to Brazil to deal with his knee injury.

Russians in US launch Sochi Olympics campaign

March 19, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Washington, March 19 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A group of former top athletes from Russia and other ex-Soviet republics who reside in the US have launched a campaign they hope will draw Americans' attention to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia and help warm US-Russian relations in the process.

Every woman should shave her head, says Charlize Theron

February 26, 2013 at 4:19 PM

Washington, Feb 26 (ANI): Charlize Theron has revealed that shaving her head was the 'most freeing' thing she has ever done.

Charlize Theron says shaving her head was 'most freeing'

February 25, 2013 at 4:03 PM

Washington, Feb 25 (ANI): Charlize Theron has revealed that shaving her head was the 'most freeing' thing she has ever done.

Delhi Police organized debate on 'Road Safety Awareness'

February 21, 2013 at 6:11 PM

As a part of Delhi Police Week celebrations, Delhi Traffic Police organized a debate competition titled "Road Ahead to a Safer City , Road Safety Awareness Vs. Prosecution". The debate held at Teen Murti

Odisha remains paralysed on Day Two of strike

February 21, 2013 at 11:52 AM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 21 (IANS) Road traffic remained disrupted across Odisha Thursday, the second day of the two-day countrywide strike called by major trade unions against central government economic policies, police said.

Soon, 130-year-old beer to give 19th century hangover

February 2, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Melbourne, Feb 2 (ANI): A beer industry of colonial Melbourne in the 1860s is set to take guzzlers into an adventure through time and space, as they unveil a beer recipe on Monday, which has not been seen or tasted in 130 years.

Kristen Stewart, Nicole Kidman share their best performances

January 26, 2013 at 2:32 PM

London, January 26 (ANI): Top stars have shared surprising secrets of their profession along with some arty posing at the same time for W magazine's Movie issue.

North Delhi civic agency plans commercial tower

January 25, 2013 at 6:16 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) The North Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) plans to construct a commercial tower near Azadpur Metro station, a senior civic officer said Friday.

Watching myself have fake sex is ridiculous, says Kristen Stewart

December 22, 2012 at 12:29 PM

Washington, Dec. 22 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has revealed that she was more intimidated by her dancing scenes with Kirsten Dunst's real-life boyfriend Garrett Hedlund than their sex scenes in her upcoming film 'On the Road.'

Tulisa goes bed shopping with beau Danny Simpson

December 19, 2012 at 1:49 PM

London, Dec 19 (ANI): Tulisa dragged her footballer boyfriend Danny Simpson out to buy a bed for her new pad.

Hedlund to return for 'Tron 3'

December 15, 2012 at 1:56 AM

London, Dec 15 (IANS) Actor Garrett Hedlund has confirmed he will return to play Sam Flynn in "Tron 3".

Drivers exceed drinking limit by miscalculating amount of alcohol consumed

December 7, 2012 at 5:24 PM

London, Dec 7 (ANI): Almost four in five motorists risk exceeding the drink-drive limit by miscalculating the alcoholic content of pub measures, a new study suggests.

5 killed in suicide blast in NW Pakistan

December 5, 2012 at 3:08 PM

Islamabad, Dec. 5 (Xinhua-ANI): At least five people were killed in a suicide blast that took place near an army camp in Pakistan's northwest tribal area of South Waziristan on Wednesday morning, local media Dunya reported.

Villagers in Jharkhand incur huge losses due to elephant rampage

October 28, 2012 at 5:51 PM

Hazaribagh (Jharkhand), Oct. 28 (ANI): Wild elephants wreaked havoc in the Barkatha block of Jharkhand's Hazaribagh District, forcing villagers to flee from their severely damaged homes.

Danielle Lineker runs over Gary's toe while reversing car

October 20, 2012 at 5:58 PM

London, Oct 20 (ANI): As Gary Lineker's wife Danielle took to the driver's seat to reverse her car before heading out for a restaurant opening on Wednesday evening, she ended up running over the former footie star's toe.

I really wanted to do sex scenes: Stewart

October 9, 2012 at 6:04 PM

Los Angeles, Oct 9 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart was keen to shoot sex scenes in her forthcoming film "On the Road" because she loves to push and scare herself.

Kristen Stewart 'really wanted' to shoot sex scenes in 'On Road'

October 9, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Washington, Oct 9 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has revealed that she really wanted to do the sex scenes in the movie 'On Road' as she loves "pushing" and "scaring" herself.

Z-Morh tunnel will facilitate all-weather road connectivity in Kashmir

October 4, 2012 at 4:46 PM

Sonamarg (J-K), Oct.4 (ANI): The Z-Morh tunnel coming up on the Srinagar-Leh section of National Highway One (NH-1), will aim to provide all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh.

Kristen Stewart's nude scenes from 'On The Road' released

October 4, 2012 at 2:14 PM

London, Oct 4 (ANI): Kristen Stewart, who recently brushed off going nude as "not a big deal," seemed to be completely comfortable in the buff in the newly released racy stills from her upcoming film 'On The Road.'

Adele's 'Skyfall' theme song to release Oct 5

October 2, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Los Angeles, Oct 2 (IANS) Grammy award winner Adele has sung the theme song for upcoming Bond movie "Skyfall" and it will be premiered Friday, on Global James Bond Day, on her official website.

Kerala to decide on bus fare hike before Oct 10

September 19, 2012 at 6:05 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 19 (IANS) Kerala is looking into the demand for a fare hike by bus operators in the state in the backdrop of the rise in diesel price and will take a decision on it before Oct 10, a minister said Wednesday.

Going topless in Salles film no big deal, says Kristen Stewart

September 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

London, September 16 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has revealed that her upcoming film 'On The Road' director Walter Salles made her so comfortable that filming the topless scene didn't bother her.

Kristen Stewart dismisses topless scenes in new flick as no `big deal`

September 15, 2012 at 2:52 PM

London, September 15 (ANI): Kristen Stewart, who strips down while sitting in a car while playing Marylou in Jack Kerouac's adaptation of 'On the Road', has brushed off the task as "not a big deal".

Government is committed for convenience of commuters in Delhi:CM

September 14, 2012 at 5:05 PM

Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has said that the DTC and cluster routes as plying as per unified time table, keeping in view the convenience and need of the commuters. The passengers in Delhi are bound to have more relief as orange colour route cluster No.2 with 16 buses has become operation today.

Four caught for killing Delhi cop

September 11, 2012 at 10:26 PM

New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Three people were arrested and a minor detained here for stabbing-to-death a constable and injuring another who were posted near a red light area, said police Tuesday.

Two killed in US chopper crash

September 11, 2012 at 6:42 AM

Washington, Sep 11 (IANS) At least two people were killed in the US state of Texas Monday in a small helicopter crash, said authorities.

Stewart nervous about Toronto red carpet

September 5, 2012 at 2:17 PM

Los Angeles, Sep 5 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart is losing sleep over the fact that she has to promote her new movie "On The Road" at the Toronto Film Festival, starting Sep 6.

Kristen Stewart seen having threesome in new 'On The Road' trailer

September 2, 2012 at 9:05 PM

London, September 2 (ANI): Kristen Stewart's hotly anticipated movie 'On the Road' has the actress having a threesome with Sam Riley and Garrett Hedlund, the new trailer of the film shows.

Kristen Stewart seeks advice from R-Patz's best friend

August 28, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Washington, August 28 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has turned to Robert Pattinson's best friend Tom Sturridge for help in a bid to win him back.

Stewart turns to Pattionson's best buddy for help

August 28, 2012 at 3:38 PM

Los Angeles, Aug 28 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart is determined to rekindle her relationship with ex-boyfriend Robert Pattinson and has asked actor Tom Sturridge to help her.

Will continue protest outside PM residence: Kejriwal

August 26, 2012 at 11:14 AM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Soon after he was released from police detention, anti-corruption activist Arvind Kejriwal said they would continue to protest outside the residences of prime minister, Congress president and BJP president.

Kristen Stewart ready to face camera post split

August 18, 2012 at 5:40 AM

London, Aug 18 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart will make her first official appearance since her cheating scandal at the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada next month.

Ramdev's march, rain halt traffic in central Delhi

August 13, 2012 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Traffic in central Delhi came to a standstill following heavy rain and yoga guru Baba Ramdev's march to parliament with thousands of supporters.

Kristen Stewart poses fully clothed for new poolside photoshoot

August 12, 2012 at 2:57 PM

Washington, August 12 (ANI): Kristen Stewart cuddled up to her co-stars of upcoming movie 'On The Road' in her new pool side photoshoot.

Distraught R-Patz treats broken heart with 'Antiques Roadshow'

August 12, 2012 at 11:45 AM

London, August 12 (ANI): Robert Pattinson is mending his broken heart by treating himself to his granny's favourite BBC1 series 'Antiques Roadshow'.

'Ashamed' Kristen Stewart pulls out of premiere

August 10, 2012 at 3:45 PM

London, August 10 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has reportedly has reportedly cancelled her appearance at London premiere of her film On The Road because she is too embarrassed to appear in public in the wake of her cheating scandal.

Stewart not part of 'On The Road' premiere?

August 10, 2012 at 12:49 AM

London, Aug 10 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart has reportedly cancelled her visit to the London premiere of her upcoming film, "On The Road" because she is not ready to face the public, post her cheating scandal.

'Adulteress' Kirsten Stewart to top off scandal with sex scenes in new flick

August 6, 2012 at 12:01 PM

London, August 6 (ANI): Kristen Stewart, who recently admitted to cheating on her boyfriend Robert Pattinson with married director Rupert Sanders, is set to bring more embarrassment on the already distraught actor by indulging in sex scenes in her new movie.

Charlize Theron wants her 'goldie locks' to grow back

August 2, 2012 at 10:11 PM

Washington, August 2 (ANI): Charlize Theron, who shaved her head for a role in new movie 'Mad Max: Fury Road', is desperate for her hair to grow back.

Theron unhappy without her golden tresses

August 2, 2012 at 4:59 PM

Los Angeles, Aug 2 (IANS) Actress Charlize Theron is reportedly not comfortable with her bald look and wants her golden locks to grow back really soon.

US-funded Afghan police bases 'abandoned or unoccupied': Report

July 30, 2012 at 9:31 PM

Washington, July 30 (ANI): Many American-funded border police bases in Afghanistan have been abandoned or left unoccupied, inspectors from a U.S. government watchdog agency have revealed.

SUV rams into car, turns turtle in Delhi

July 17, 2012 at 11:04 PM

New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) At least three people travelling in two vehicles here had a miraculous escape after a sport utility vehicle (SUV) jumped a traffic signal, hit a car and turned turtle before catching fire, police said Tuesday.

Over 100 die in Nigeria tanker blaze

July 12, 2012 at 7:12 PM

Abuja, July 12 (IANS) More than 100 people may have been burnt to death early Thursday in Nigeria after rushing to collect petrol from a tanker that crashed, police said.

Four killed in Nigeria road accident

July 7, 2012 at 9:28 AM

Abuja, July 7 (IANS) At least four people have been killed and 22 injured in southwest Nigeria in an accident which involved five vehicles, according to the country's Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC).

Wimbledon pigeon-scaring hawk Rufus stolen

July 1, 2012 at 1:40 PM

London, July 1 (ANI): A hawk that was tasked with chasing off pigeons at Wimbledon's tennis championships has been stolen.

Eight gunned down in Pakistan

June 23, 2012 at 8:51 PM

Islamabad, June 23 (IANS) At least eight people were killed Saturday when unidentified gunmen opened fire in Pakistan's Quetta city, police said.

Tamara Ecclestone strips down to bikini for whale charity bracelet launch

June 22, 2012 at 5:08 PM

London, June 22 (ANI): Tamara Ecclestone, who is known for showing off her figure on yachts and beaches in some of the world's top holiday spots, has stripped down to a bikini to promote a charity bracelet.

Stuart Broad's sister keeps a 'third eye' on Oz team

June 22, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Sydney, Jun 22 (ANI): The England cricket team's video analyst Gemma Broad spent large parts of Australia's time in the field taking footage of the side's attack in the tour opener at Grace Road.

Watson ready to resume verbal battle with Anderson

June 21, 2012 at 11:57 AM

Sydney, Jun 21 (ANI): Australia's vice-captain Shane Watson is ready to resume his verbal battle with England pacer James Anderson in the upcoming one-day series.

David Hussey eyes England's ODI tour to keep his Test dream alive

June 20, 2012 at 2:37 PM

Sydney, Jun 20 (ANI): Australia's ODI and T20 batsman David Hussey views the upcoming one-day series in England as the perfect place to launch his campaign for a spot on next year's Ashes tour.

Theron shaves head for new film

June 12, 2012 at 7:59 PM

Los Angeles, June 12 (IANS) Actress Charlize Theron has shaved her head for her role in "Mad Max 4: Fury Road".

Charlize Theron goes bald for 'Mad Max'

June 12, 2012 at 5:19 PM

Washington, June 12 (ANI): Charlize Theron has shaved her head in preparation for her role in much-anticipated new Mad Max movie.

Stewart 'really proud' of going topless

May 31, 2012 at 3:19 PM

London, May 31 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart received criticism for her topless act in the forthcoming movie "On The Road", but she says she is proud of her decision.

Kristen Stewart almost falls out of plunging red gown at beau's film premiere

May 26, 2012 at 3:46 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): Kristen Stewart, who had to strip off on the first day of filming 'On The Road', certainly doesn't seem to have any problem flashing a little too much flesh these days.

Brit beach volleyball team stops traffic in Parliament square

May 25, 2012 at 4:55 PM

London, May 25 (ANI): The British beach volleyball team managed to stop traffic as they played a game against the backdrop of the Houses of Parliament, sporting briefs and bikinis.

R-Pattz and Kristen Stewart caught kissing at Cannes

May 25, 2012 at 2:20 PM

London, May 25 (ANI): Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart were spotted having a long coupley kiss at a nightclub in Cannes, finally putting speculations of their off-screen relationship to rest.

Kristen Stewart defends topless threesome scene in new flick

May 25, 2012 at 12:04 PM

New York, May 25 (ANI): Kristen Stewart, who is under fire for appearing topless and in a threesome in her new movie, 'On the Road', has defended her move saying, "I like pushing myself."

Kristen Stewart wanted to go topless for 'On The Road'

May 24, 2012 at 9:47 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): Kristin Stewart has revealed that she was eager to go topless for her latest flick 'On The Road'.

Teens using Facebook and Twitter behind the wheel 'dicing with death'

May 23, 2012 at 11:13 AM

London, May 23 (ANI): Thousands of teenagers are using smartphones to log on as they drive, as well as sending emails, tweeting and texting, it has been revealed.

Three persons killed in Delhi road accidents

May 19, 2012 at 9:39 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Three persons, including a home guard, were killed and another home guard was injured in two accidents reported in the city in the past 24 hours, police said Saturday.

Chinese restaurant fines diners 20 pounds for leaving food on their plates

May 17, 2012 at 11:47 AM

London, May 17 (ANI): A Chinese restaurant offering an all-you-can-eat buffet has outraged customers after charging diners 20 pounds in 'wastage' if they leave food on their plates.

Cannes Film Festival 2012 Important Facts

May 16, 2012 at 12:14 PM

Cannes Film Festival 2012 which is the 65th version of this world renowned cultural event is just on the wings. Cannes film festival is considered to be the most respected film festival in the world and the acclamation and prizes given by this revered competitive cultural event are arguably the most sought after recognitions in the world.

Soon, car that may put drivers to sleep

May 15, 2012 at 8:10 PM

Sydney, May 15 (ANI): A leading automobile luxury brand is developing a car that will use aromatherapy and soft music to encourage drivers to take a power nap.

Myanmarese living abroad again allowed to import vehicles

May 15, 2012 at 2:42 PM

Yangon, May 15 (IANS) Myanmar has again allowed its people living abroad to import vehicles, said official sources Tuesday.

Myanmar re-allows citizens living abroad to import vehicles

May 15, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Yangon, May 15 (Xinhua-ANI): Myanmar has re-granted its migrant workers living abroad to import vehicles as another measure following the easing of restriction on its citizens in car import recently, according to official sources Tuesday.

Delayed start, gloomy weather fail to dampen Royal Challengers fans (IPL Diary)

May 14, 2012 at 8:58 PM

Bangalore, May 14 (IANS) In spite of being a working day and traffic snarls enroute, over 35,000 frenzied fans packed the circular M. Chinnaswamy stadium in colourful attire, many of them in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) T-shirts, sporting its red caps and waving its red flags.

1800 km- long road in Punjab to be upgraded, says Ramesh

May 11, 2012 at 3:58 PM

Amritsar, May 11(ANI): Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh said on Friday that the Centre would upgrade the 1,800 km-long road in Punjab within a year under the Prime Minister's Road Scheme.

Tourism festival scheduled for China's Silk Road

May 9, 2012 at 3:26 PM

Beijing, May 9 (Xinhua-ANI): An international tourism festival to promote tourist attractions on the "Silk Road," an ancient trade route linking Asia and Europe, is scheduled to open in northwest China's Gansu province in August, local authorities said Wednesday.

Police officer injured during Sydney University protest

May 7, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Sydney, May 7 (Xinhua-ANI): A policewoman has suffered a fractured arm during a violent confrontation with protesters near the University of Sydney on Monday afternoon, the New South Wales Police said.

Denied vehicle licence, man takes four hostages in London

April 27, 2012 at 7:22 PM

London, April 27 (IANS) A man in London, reported to be "angry" at not getting a heavy goods vehicle licence, Friday walked into a building strapped with gasoline cylinders, took four people hostage and threatened to blow up an office, a media report said.

Four people taken hostage in London

April 27, 2012 at 6:58 PM

London, April 27 (IANS) At least four people were reportedly taken hostage Friday in a central London area, following which snipers, explosive experts and a police negotiator reached the spot to tackle the crisis situation, Sky News reported.

UK Police arrest five men on charges of terrorism

April 25, 2012 at 2:01 PM

London, April 25 (ANI): Police in UK have arrested five men on charges of terrorism after carrying out massive raids in Luton.

Women 'better and safer drivers than men'

April 9, 2012 at 4:43 PM

Melbourne, Apr 9 (ANI): Women could be far ahead of men when it comes to driving skills as males are more likely to speed, crash and, tragically, die behind the wheel, according to a new study.

Patrick Dempsey to shoot documentary on Le Mans racing competition

April 8, 2012 at 4:34 PM

London, Apr 8 (ANI): Patrick Dempsey is set to showcase his passion for cars in a new TV documentary series about the famous Le Mans 24-hour competition.

Evening storm hits Kolkata

April 4, 2012 at 11:28 PM

Kolkata, April 4 (IANS) A storm hit Kolkata Wednesday evening, uprooting trees, snapping power lines and causing traffic snarls in large parts of south Kolkata, police said.

'Pedestrians, cyclists suffer most in road accidents'

April 3, 2012 at 11:44 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The most vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and bicyclists were the most severely hit in road accidents, accounting for more than 40 percent of the fatalities, said union Road Transport and Highways Minister C.P. Joshi Tuesday.

Nigerian drug peddler arrested

March 30, 2012 at 10:38 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) A 27-year-old Nigerian was arrested here for drug trafficking and cocaine worth Rs.24 lakh seized from him, police said Friday.

IITan trio streamline transportation business

March 29, 2012 at 8:32 AM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Mumbai-based entrepreneur Vikas Parashar wanted to rush a consignment of consumer goods to Ludhiana, necessitated by heavy demand. But he also feared cancellation of the order if it failed to materialise on time.

Snow blocks access to Kashmir's famous Mughal Road

March 27, 2012 at 4:49 PM

Rajouri (J-K), Mar.27 (ANI): The famous Mughal Road, an arterial highway connecting Rajouri and Poonch districts with the rest of Jammu and Kashmir has been closed due to heavy snowfall.

Shutdown in Telangana over suicides for separate state

March 27, 2012 at 10:56 AM

Hyderabad, March 27 (IANS) A daylong shutdown began across Andhra Pradesh's Telangana region Tuesday following a call by the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) to protest the central government's insensitivity towards the demand for a separate state, which is driving youth to commit suicide.

Former boxing champion Harrison arrested over alleged theft

March 23, 2012 at 5:36 PM

London, Mar 23(ANI): Former featherweight world champion Scott Harrison was detained by police in connection with an alleged theft at a supermarket in Glasgow, only to be released after a few hours in custody.

14 per cent hike in allocation for road transport and highways

March 16, 2012 at 9:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): The allocation for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has been enhanced to Rs. 25,360 crore, in 2012-13, which is a 14 per cent hike from the previous allocation.

Budget provides full exemption from basic customs duty to infrastructure sectors

March 16, 2012 at 9:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday announced full exemption from basic customs duty and a concessional CVD of one per cent to Steam coal for a period of two years till March 31, 2014.

Three Iranians involved in Israel car bomb attack: MEA

March 16, 2012 at 9:37 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that investigating authorities have identified three Iranians as suspects in connection with the terrorist attack on an Israeli diplomat that occurred on February 13.

14 per cent hike in allocation for road transport and highways

March 16, 2012 at 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): The allocation for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has been enhanced to Rs. 25,360 crore, in 2012-13, which is a 14 per cent hike from the previous allocation.

Budget provides full exemption from basic customs duty to infrastructure sectors

March 16, 2012 at 2:25 PM

New Delhi, Mar 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday announced full exemption from basic customs duty and a concessional CVD of one per cent to Steam coal for a period of two years till March 31, 2014.

Obama's poll campaign to release documentary on first term achievements

March 9, 2012 at 9:23 PM

Washington, Mar 9(ANI): US President Barack Obama is ramping up his re-election campaign with a release of a documentary on his first term.

Obama's poll campaign to release documentary on first term achievements

March 9, 2012 at 2:47 PM

Washington, Mar 9(ANI): US President Barack Obama is ramping up his re-election campaign with a release of a documentary on his first term.

13th National Road Safety Council meeting to be held tomorrow

February 28, 2012 at 5:27 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): The 13th National Road Safety Council (NRSC) meeting is going to be held here on Wednesday.