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Kejriwal to contest against Dikshit

June 2, 2013 at 4:41 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Activist-turned-politician and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal will take on Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the Delhi assembly elections, AAP said Sunday.

Kejriwal to contest against Dikshit

June 2, 2013 at 4:09 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Activist-turned-politician and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal will take on Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the Delhi assembly elections, AAP aaid Sunday.

US fixed mortgage rates hit one-year high

May 31, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Washington, May 31 (IANS) US fixed mortgage rates continued to move up this week for the fourth consecutive week, hitting the highest level in a year, according to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released by Freddie Mac.

Saradha scam: Suicides continue, toll nine

May 6, 2013 at 3:52 PM

Kolkata, May 6 (IANS) As the multi-crore-rupee Saradha chit fund scam rages on, the related loss of life continued in West Bengal with three more people linked to ponzi firms committing suicide, taking the death count to nine.

Quack held for bid to sell baby for Rs.3 lakh

May 2, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) A quack from Ghaziabad and his woman accomplice were arrested in Delhi while trying to sell a two-month-old baby for Rs.3 lakh, police said Thursday.

US fixed mortgage rates edge down

April 5, 2013 at 1:09 PM

Washington, April 5 (IANS) US fixed mortgage rates edged down slightly this week and remained near historic lows, according to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released by Freddie Mac.

US fixed mortgage rates edge down

March 22, 2013 at 1:22 PM

Washington, March 22 (IANS) US fixed mortgage rates edged down this week and continued to support the housing recovery, according to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released by Freddie Mac.

47 'high risk' markets in Kolkata

March 18, 2013 at 6:57 PM

Kolkata, March 18 (IANS) At least 47 market complexes here have been identified as "high risk" by a fire safety committee between 2010 and 2012, a West Bengal minister said here Monday.

U-20 I-League: Prayag United, Salgaocar win

March 11, 2013 at 5:39 PM

Jamshedpur, March 11 (IANS) Match day seven of the sixth edition of the Under-20 I-League saw two exciting encounters being played at the J.R.D. Tata Sports Complex here Monday.

U-20 I-League: Pune FC off to a winning start

March 5, 2013 at 8:19 PM

Jamshedpur, March 5 (IANS) Defending champions Pune FC kicked-off their Under-20 I-League football title defence with a 2-0 win over Prayag United at the Gopal Stadium here Tuesday.

Raging fire engulfs slum in West Bengal

January 26, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Bidhan Nagar (W.Bengal), Jan.26 (ANI): A raging inferno engulfed a slum area in Basanti Colony in Bidhan Nagar town of the North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal on Saturday.

GlaxoSmithKline open offer to start Jan 17

December 21, 2012 at 2:53 PM

Mumbai, Dec 21 (IANS) GlaxoSmithKline Pte. Ltd. and Horlicks Limited, the promoters of GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Ltd., plan to hike stake in the company by 32 percent through an open offer which will start Jan 17.

Give death certificate to blast victim's kin: Court

December 20, 2012 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Friday directed a civic agency to issue death certificates to the kin of three men killed in a 2005 bomb blast to facilitate payment of compensation to them.

Nostalgic Deepa Mehta craves for Dilli's channa-chai

December 20, 2012 at 8:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) She stays in Canada and is a filmmaker of international repute, but Deepa Mehta's heart misses the small joys that she experienced in the capital during her college days. She misses 'chai' and 'channas' and old world charm of central Delhi's streets.

Bank manager killed by relative in Delhi

December 5, 2012 at 2:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) A 50-year-old senior bank manager was stabbed to death by his relative for reasons of some personal enmity here Wednesday, police said.

Woman, son murdered in their house

November 27, 2012 at 11:26 PM

New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) The decomposed body of a 20?year?old woman and her two?year?old son was found in their rented house here Tuesday evening, police said.

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.

This Diwali, placard toting cops curbing traffic menace in Delhi markets

November 10, 2012 at 2:48 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) Planning to visit Chandni Chowk to buy exquisite jewellery? Or Sarojini Nagar Market for ethnic attire for Diwali? Don't be surprised if you see a policeman toting a placard warning that your vehicle will be towed away if you stop or park on the roadside.

BJP holds 'Black Day' rallies in Delhi to counter Congress show

November 4, 2012 at 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) To counter the ruling Congress's mega rally here, the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Delhi unit Sunday observed a 'Black Day' with a series of protest rallies in the national capital to oppose the government's economic policies, especially the move to allow FDI in multi-brand retail.

US fixed mortgage rates hit new record lows

October 5, 2012 at 11:42 AM

Washington, Oct 5 (IANS) US fixed mortgage rates this week dropped to new record lows for the second straight week on the Federal Reserve's mortgage securities buying and weakening economic indicators, showed the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released by Freddie Mac.

Mamata pursuing vindictive politics, says Congress

October 1, 2012 at 5:50 PM

Kolkata, Oct 1 (IANS) Accusing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of pursuing vindictive politics against her critics, Congress MP Deepa Dasmunsi Monday said the people of the state will give a befitting reply to Banerjee in the upcoming panchayat polls.

Relief to exit Mamata cabinet: West Bengal Congress

September 21, 2012 at 6:43 PM

Kolkata, Sep 21 (IANS) Launching a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her "dictatorial attitude", and claiming that the law and order situation in the state had been deteriorating, the West Bengal Pradesh Congress Friday said it would be "relieved" leave the state cabinet.

Delhi Shutdown: Markets closed, but life largely unaffected

September 20, 2012 at 2:43 PM

New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) The daylong countrywide bandh called to protest the government's economic measures evoked mixed response in the national capital Thursday with most markets remaining shut, but life was largely unaffected as public transport was plying as usual.

Boxing legend Ricky Hatton attacked by father day-before comeback announcement

September 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

London, Sep 16 (ANI): The father of former boxing champion Ricky Hatton was reportedly arrested for allegedly attacking his son the day before he announced his comeback, British police officials have confirmed.

Dikshit exhorts school kids to take lead in water conservation

September 13, 2012 at 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep.13 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit today exhorted school children to take the lead in water conservation, as most people have yet to learn the importance of this important aspect.

More rain in Delhi spells chaos on city roads

August 24, 2012 at 7:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) A steady drizzle interspersed with heavy showers in some areas Friday saw the capital's traffic getting caught in long snarls as some road stretches were flooded and traffic signals went on the blink.

Kolkata celebrates as Pranab becomes president

July 25, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Kolkata, July 25 (IANS) The city erupted with joy Wednesday as Pranab Mukherjee was sworn in as the country's new president, the first Bengali to occupy the high office. People smeared green gulal on each other and danced to celebrate the historic moment.

Kolkata celebrates Pranab's victory with tea party, street processions

July 22, 2012 at 8:19 PM

Kolkata, July 22 (IANS) From a tea party at a posh five-star hotel to processions on the streets, Kolkata Sunday erupted with joy as Pranab Mukherjee was elected the country's president - becoming the first Bengali to hold the highest office in the land.

Trinamool MLA speaks out against factionalism, sycophancy

July 1, 2012 at 10:44 PM

Kolkata, July 1 (IANS) Taking potshots at the top Trinamool Congress leadership, a party legislator Sunday said she was incapable of doing "politics of sycophancy" and complained of "factional feuds" in the outfit.

Sensex above 17,000, JP Morgan upgrades Indian stocks

June 21, 2012 at 7:17 PM

Mumbai, June 21 (IANS) A benchmark index of Indian equities markets rallied in the last hour of trade Thursday to close above the 17,000-mark. The rebound was mainly due to good buying in banking, realty and capital goods stocks.

US stocks end mixed after heavy sell-off

June 5, 2012 at 2:48 AM

New York, June 5 (IANS) US stocks ended mixed Monday after major indexes suffered severe sell-off in the previous session.

Bandh paralyzed normal life in Delhi

May 31, 2012 at 5:38 PM

Delhi Mahabandh called by the BJP to protest against price spiral, hike in the price of Petrol and CNG was a success.

Cyclist crushed, six injured by bus in Delhi

May 27, 2012 at 4:42 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) A 75-year-old labourer riding a cycle was killed Sunday and six others were injured after a speeding Delhi Transport Corporation bus hit them in west Delhi, police said. The bus driver was arrested.

Thousands mob Chelsea star Drogba as he carries Olympic flame

May 24, 2012 at 9:40 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): Thousands of screaming fans mobbed Chelsea star Didier Drogba as he carried the Olympic flame through Swindon.

Mamata Banerjee: A study in contrast (One year of Mamata)

May 20, 2012 at 2:27 PM

Kolkata, May 20 (IANS) Mamata Banerjee's car still stops at all traffic signals, she still lives in a single-storey house in a dingy lane, and wears her trademark cotton saris and rubber slippers. But professors get arrested for circulating her cartoons and for supporting slum dwellers, she loses her cool over uncomfortable questions and sees a conspiracy if there is any criticism of her.

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.

Delhi cop's son dies in accident

May 17, 2012 at 7:06 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) A 25-year-old son of a senior Delhi Police officer died while five others were injured when their speeding car turned turtle in the national capital, police said Thursday.

Delhi jewellery shop robbed at gun point

May 8, 2012 at 10:54 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Two men in their early 30s Tuesday robbed jewellery worth lakhs of rupees from a showroom in west Delhi after holding the owners of the shop at gunpoint, police said.

Crops damaged by Siliguri hailstorm

April 29, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Siliguri (West Bengal), April 29 (ANI): Farmers in West Bengal's Siliguri District have reportedly incurred heavy crop-related losses in wake of a sudden hailstorm on Saturday.

Kate Moss goes topless for 'Another Man'

March 1, 2012 at 9:30 PM

London, Mar 1 (ANI): Kate Moss has bared her top for the limited edition cover of 'Another Man' magazine, flaunting her youthful chest in the spring/summer 2012 issue.

Kate Moss goes topless for 'Another Man'

March 1, 2012 at 12:00 PM

London, Mar 1 (ANI): Kate Moss has bared her top for the limited edition cover of 'Another Man' magazine, flaunting her youthful chest in the spring/summer 2012 issue.

Over 60 percent voting registered in first phase of UP assembly elections

February 8, 2012 at 7:53 PM

Lucknow, Feb 8 (ANI): More than 60 percent voters cast their votes on Wednesday in the first phase of the Uttar Pradesh assembly polls that will decide the fate of two ministers, 31 MLAs and 15 former ministers.

Major fire at Mumbai's Manish Market

November 26, 2011 at 10:23 AM

Mumbai, Nov.26 (ANI): A major fire broke out early this morning in Mumbai's prominent Manish Market.

BRICS economies have been key drivers of global recovery: Pranab Mukherjee

September 23, 2011 at 5:48 PM

Washington, Sep 23 (ANI): Stating that financial markets continue to be in state of uncertainty showing little confidence in the growth prospects and policy actions taken by sovereign governments particularly in advanced markets, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said here on Thursday that BRICS economies have been key drivers of the global recovery, but even their growth is faced with the challenge of inflation and continuing uncertainty in global financial markets.

W.Bengal farmers urge govt. not to ink Teesta river deal with Bangladesh

September 8, 2011 at 12:58 PM

Phansidewa (West Bengal), Sep.8 (ANI): Farmers of the Phansidewa block of West Bengal have appealed to the central government to not sign an agreement for the sharing of waters from two rivers- the Teesta and the Feni, with Bangladesh.

Need for solution to end water accumalation in residential areas: Walia

November 24, 2010 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Nov.24 (ANI): Delhi Urban Development and Finance Minister Dr. A.K. Walia today underlined the need of finding a permanent solution to the problem of accumulation of water at various places across Laxmi Nagar, Ramesh Park on other side of M.B. Pushta Road.

Mamata Banerjee wants joint forces to quit West Bengal's Maoist-hit areas

October 20, 2010 at 1:08 PM

Kolkata, Oct 20 (ANI): Railway Minister and Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has said her party would continue to demand withdrawal of the joint security forces from West Bengal's Maoist-affected districts.

Sheila Dikshit launches 14 'Ho Ho' air-conditioned tourist buses for Dilli Darshan

September 27, 2010 at 9:28 PM

New Delhi, Sep.27 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on Monday launched 14 air conditioned buses under Hop on Hop Off Bus Service, arranged by the Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation (DTTDC).

Rahul Gandhi slams CPI (M)

September 6, 2010 at 5:30 PM

Kolkata, Sep 6 (ANI): Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi on Monday accused West Bengal's ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI (M) leadership of grabbing crores of rupees from central funds meant for the uplift of the poor and downtrodden.

Rahul Gandhi to address Congress youth rally in Kolkata

September 6, 2010 at 12:44 PM

Kolkata, Sep 6 (ANI): Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi will address a public rally here today as part of a Youth Congress membership drive launch.

Haryana seeks financial assistance for flooded areas

July 19, 2010 at 4:31 PM

Ambala (Haryana)/Chandigarh, July 19 (ANI): The Haryana Government on Monday urged the Centre to grant liberal financial assistance and raise the norms and rates of compensation for the flood- affected people in the state.

Soon, Philippines farmers to get rice-growing advice via text messages

July 10, 2010 at 3:33 PM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): Farmers in the Philippines will soon have nutrient management advice tailored specifically to their rice crops delivered to their mobile phones.

Relatives of convicts in 1996 Delhi bomb blast case protest in Srinagar

April 26, 2010 at 7:40 PM

Srinagar, April 26 (ANI): Relatives and friends of the three Kashmiri convicts in 1996 Lajpat Nagar market bomb blast staged a protest demonstration against the court verdict here on Monday.

JKLF demonstrates against death sentence to Lajpat Nagar bombers

April 24, 2010 at 1:33 PM

Srinagar, Apr 24 (ANI): Activists of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) clashed with police Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar on Friday while staging protest against a court order that pronounced a death sentence on three convicts in connection with 1996 blast in New Delhi's Lajpat Nagar Market.

Shutdown in Kashmir to protest against verdict on Delhi blast

April 23, 2010 at 1:59 PM

Srinagar, Apr 23 (ANI): The Hurriyat Conference called for a shutdown in Kashmir Valley on Friday to protest against the verdict of a Delhi Court, awarding death sentence to three persons including two Kashmiris for their alleged involvement in the Lajpat Nagar bomb blast case in New Delhi.

Security beefed up as US, UK and Australia warn of militant attack

April 22, 2010 at 10:15 PM

New Delhi, Apr 22 (ANI): The security has been beefed up in an around the capital following the United States embassy, Australian High Commission and the British High Commission advisories warning about a possible terror attack in New Delhi.

Three accused sentenced to death in 1996 Lajpat Nagar blast

April 22, 2010 at 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Apr 22 (ANI): A Patiala House court on Thursday delivered death sentences to three of the six persons involved in the 1996 Lajpat Nagar blast.

Fire at Lajpat Nagar untensils shop

April 19, 2010 at 6:55 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (ANI): At least 16 fire tenders had to be pressed into service to curb a fire that broke out at a utensils shop in the Central Market of Lajpat Nagar here on Monday.

Kashmir observes shutdown in protest against conviction of six Kashmiris

April 13, 2010 at 1:27 PM

Srinagar, Apr 13 (ANI): The hardliner faction of the Hurriyat Conference which is led by Syed Ali Shah Geelani spearheaded a shutdown in the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday in protest against the conviction of six Kashmiris, including a woman, Farida Behanji, for their alleged involvement in the Lajpat Nagar bomb blast case in New Delhi.

Six convicted for role in 1996 Lajpat Nagar blast

April 8, 2010 at 4:31 PM

New Delhi, Apr 8 (ANI): A Patiala House court on Thursday convicted six people for their role in the 1996 Lajpat Nagar blast.

End of an era: Left and Indian political colossus Jyoti Basu passes away

January 17, 2010 at 1:23 PM

Kolkata, Jan 17 (ANI): Veteran Marxist leader and former West Bengal Chief Minister Jyoti Basu died at the AMRI Hospital of multiple-organ failure at 11.47 a.m. on Sunday. He was 95.

'Super skinny' Tyra Banks has a good appetite

December 7, 2009 at 3:31 PM

New York, Dec 7 (ANI): Tyra Banks certainly knows how to maintain her curves even as she gorges on burgers and fries.

E-cards, SMS outdo traditional Eid cards in Pakistan

September 9, 2009 at 3:02 PM

Islamabad, Sep 9 (ANI): The business of traditional Eid cards has been eclipsed by the advent of E-cards culture, owing to increasing use of mobile phone SMS and Internet, according to a survey.

Duo who stole Prince William, Middleton's holiday pics branded 'Dumb and Dumber'

August 21, 2009 at 1:18 PM

London, August 21 (ANI): Two Londoners were branded "Dumb and Dumber" by a lawyer on Thursday, after they stole a digital camera memory card storing holiday snaps of Prince William and his girlfriend Kate Middleton.

Robbers enter home as couriers; flee with cash, jewellery

May 26, 2009 at 8:51 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) In a daring daylight robbery, four armed men Tuesday barged into an east Delhi house posing as courier men, tied the hands and feet of a woman and her daughter, and looted Rs.150,000 in cash and jewellery worth millions of rupees.

US central bank predicts deeper downturn

May 21, 2009 at 8:36 AM

Washington, May 21 (DPA) Contradicting optimistic remarks out of the White House earlier Wednesday, US Federal Reserve officials released a gloomy projection for the rest of the year.

Earth Bodies: Planted in reality and fine line drawing (Weekly Art Column, Rainbow Palette, With I

May 15, 2009 at 8:20 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) 'Earth bodies', an exhibition by veteran artist Jatin Das at the Visual Arts Gallery in the capital, features 66 works, mostly in oil. The artist is back with a solo show in the capital after nine years.

Indian Army to celebrate 71st Armour Day

April 30, 2009 at 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Apr 30 (ANI): The Indian Army would celebrate 71st Armour Day tomorrow to honour the arrival of mechanism in the Indian cavalry regiments.

Delhi metro completes its longest tunnel by single boring machine

April 22, 2009 at 9:56 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Wednesday completed construction of its longest tunnel by a single boring machine, that too in a record time span, officials said.

Realtor wanted in several cases of fraud held in Ghaziabad

April 6, 2009 at 12:15 AM

Ghaziabad, April 5 (IANS) A realtor wanted in several cases of fraud was arrested here Sunday for carrying out an illegal construction, the police said.

Six feared killed in Islamabad blast

April 4, 2009 at 9:10 PM

Islamabad, April 4 (IANS) At least six people were feared killed in a powerful bomb explosion in an upscale Islamabad neighbourhood Saturday evening, police and eyewitnesses said.

Blast in Islamabad, five injured

April 4, 2009 at 9:10 PM

Islamabad, April 4 (IANS) At least five people were injured in a powerful bomb explosion followed by firing in this Pakistani capital Saturday, a media report said.

Court rejects Delhi blast accused's plea for CDs

March 23, 2009 at 6:07 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) A city court Monday rejected a plea of a suspected Indian Mujahideen terrorist, accused in last year's serial bombings in the capital, who had sought a CD of the electronic evidence gathered against him.

India to deepen ties with regional groups in Africa

March 23, 2009 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) India continues to remain a 'reliable partner' of Africa and is looking at deepening relations with regional groups in the continent, a senior Indian diplomat said here Monday.

Live gelatin sticks found inside Kolkata bus

March 19, 2009 at 1:26 AM

Kolkata, March 18 (IANS) Seven live gelatin sticks were recovered from the back seat of a private bus in a suburb here, police said Wednesday.

Culling of birds continues in West Bengal's Coochbehar district

February 4, 2009 at 2:25 PM

Coochbehar (WB), Feb 4 (ANI): Culling operations are continuing in two bird flu affected villages in West Bengal's Coochbehar district.

Lily Allen's cute face helped dad sell drugs when she was just 8

January 24, 2009 at 4:20 PM

Washington, January 24 (ANI): Pop star Lily Allen has revealed that her father, Keith, exploited her cute looks to help himself sell drugs when she was just eight years old.

Musician who stood still too long fined for breaching 19th century law

January 23, 2009 at 1:33 PM

London, January 23 (ANI): A musician has been slapped with fine after Manchester City Council dragged him to court for standing on the same spot for too long.

2000-year-old Iron Age gold coins found

January 19, 2009 at 12:26 PM

London, Jan 19 (ANI): Archaeologists have unearthed a haul of 2000-year-old Iron Age gold coins.

One more held in Kalkaji bank heist, professor to be rewarded

January 6, 2009 at 9:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Delhi Police Tuesday arrested the last absconding accomplice of three attackers who failed in their bank robbery attempt Monday, and said the unemployed youth graduated themselves from purse snatching to bank robberies to fulfil their growing needs and desires.

Trader robbed, shot dead in Delhi

December 31, 2008 at 6:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) A trader was shot dead in the capital by two unidentified assailants as he tried to resist their robbery bid, the police said Wednesday.

Water shortage in several parts of Delhi continues

December 26, 2008 at 6:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Several areas of the capital faced water shortage Friday as two water treatment plants were closed due to high levels of pollution in the Yamuna river, officials said.

Christmas cakes, candles, carols amid security in Kolkata

December 25, 2008 at 6:25 PM

Kolkata, Dec 25 (IANS) The city donned a Christmas robe Thursday to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with cakes, cookies, candles and carols amid tight security for a peaceful festivity.

US Federal reserve considers rate cut as inflation falls sharply

December 17, 2008 at 12:02 AM

Washington, Dec 16 (DPA) The US Federal Reserve was expected to slash interest rates by another half-point Tuesday to an historic low of 0.5 percent in an effort to keep the world's largest economy out of a deep recession.

Congress snatches Delhi's Rajinder Nagar seat from BJP

December 15, 2008 at 2:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 15 (IANS) Ramakant Goswami of the Congress Monday won the Rajinder Nagar assembly by-election, defeating the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that had fielded late legislator Puran Chand Yogi's widow.

Will you be safe when you go shopping this weekend? (First of a series on how safe is the Indian c

December 6, 2008 at 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) It was six in the evening and Connaught Place, the central business hub of the capital, was teeming with people. Like many others, we made our way to the main entrance of the well known underground market, Palika Bazar, and stopped for a minute. Perhaps, the feeling of fear that we felt was irrational, or maybe it was very, very real.

Spin-offs from TV shows like 'Dr. Who' leads to 'terrific' rise of children's comics

November 26, 2008 at 4:53 PM

London, November 26 (ANI): Children's comics have made a comeback on the back of the success of spin-offs from TV shows like 'Dr. Who' and new titles.

Market losses drive Delhi businessman to suicide

November 25, 2008 at 9:36 PM

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) A city-based businessman, who allegedly lost Rs.3 million in stock markets, Tuesday hanged himself to death in his west Delhi home.

Blast in Meerut, casualties reported

November 8, 2008 at 5:18 PM

Lucknow, Nov 8 (IANS) A number of casualties were reported following a blast in Meerut's Zakir Nagar locality Saturday.

Wall Street soars in biggest election day rally since 1984

November 5, 2008 at 6:53 AM

New York, Nov 5 (DPA) As millions voted to choose a new US president, stocks soared Tuesday in the largest presidential election day rally since 1984, with the Dow gaining more than 300 points.

Bitta criticizes politicians for questioning Jamia Nagar encounter

October 24, 2008 at 12:16 AM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) All India Anti Terrorist Front (AIATF) chief M.S. Bitta Thursday criticised the leaders of political parties for questioning the authenticity of the Sep 19 Jamia Nagar shootout in which two suspected terrorists were killed, saying such queries would 'demoralise' the security forces and terrorism would prosper.

MNS men wreak havoc after Raj Thackeray's arrest

October 21, 2008 at 5:20 PM

Mumbai, Oct 21 (IANS) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) activists wreaked havoc here Tuesday, setting on fire 38 buses, damaging 350 taxis and injuring several people by pelting stones, to protest the arrest of party chief Raj Thackeray. Police were forced to fire tear gas shells and resorted to baton charge to control the mobs.

Court notice to police over suspected terrorist's plea

October 6, 2008 at 9:07 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) A city court Monday issued notice to Delhi Police following a rights violation plea by suspected terrorist Shaquib Nisar, arrested for his alleged involvement in the Sep 13 bomb blasts here.

Delhi blasts suspects' custody extended by 12 days

October 6, 2008 at 8:47 PM

New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) A court here Saturday extended by 12 days the police custody of five suspected terrorists who were allegedly involved in the Sep 13 serial bomb blasts here that claimed 24 lives and left 124 injured.

EU urges US to approve rescue plan

October 6, 2008 at 8:21 PM

Brussels, Sep 30 (DPA) The European Commission Tuesday urged US lawmakers to assume their responsibilities and swiftly approve a massive rescue plan amid global financial turmoil.

Delhi blast: Suspects sent to 12 days' police custody

October 6, 2008 at 8:01 PM

New Delhi, Oct 4 (ANI): A Delhi Metropolitan Court on Saturday sent five suspected terrorists allegedly involved in the September 13, Delhi serial blasts to 12 days' police custody.

Kerala Muslims pledge to fight terrorism

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Kochi, Sept 27 (ANI): More than 500,000 Muslims took an oath to eradicate the menace of terrorism and work for world peace at an annual prayer at Swalath Nagar in Malappuram district on Friday mid-night.

EU urges US to approve rescue plan

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Brussels, Sep 30 (DPA) The European Commission Tuesday urged US lawmakers to assume their responsibilities and swiftly approve a massive rescue plan amid global financial turmoil.

Kerala Muslims pledge to fight terrorism

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Kochi, Sept 27 (ANI): More than 500,000 Muslims took an oath to eradicate the menace of terrorism and work for world peace at an annual prayer at Swalath Nagar in Malappuram district on Friday mid-night.

Despite festive season, malls wear a deserted look in Islamabad post-hotel-blast

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Islamabad, Sept 23 (ANI): On Monday, the first working day in Pakistan after Saturday's hotel blast claiming 60 lives, streets and shopping centres wore a deserted look and fear was still visible on people's faces.