Khera Narain Singh

Everything you need to know about Khera Narain Singh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Khera Narain Singh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

My fans are my report card: Ranbir Kapoor

May 23, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Mumbai, May 23 (IANS) For Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor, appreciation by his fans is like a barometer of his success.

PM calls for reorientation of strategic thinking

May 23, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Gurgaon, May 23 (IANS) India faces a spectrum of security challenges and there is need for reorientation of the country's strategic thinking as well as reappraisal of its higher defence organisations, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Thursday.

UPA-II report card promises growth over 6%, investigation of Coalgate

May 22, 2013 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): Listing the achievements of the UPA-II government, Prime Minsiter Manmohan Singh said that in the coming year they will report directly to the people to seek a renewed mandate.

Manmohan Singh presents UPA-II fourth anniversary report, says long way to go

May 22, 2013 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): Listing the achievements of the UPA-II government, Prime Minsiter Manmohan Singh said that next year they will report directly to the people to seek a renewed mandate.

Parrikar to meet PM for special status for Goa

May 22, 2013 at 9:34 PM

Panaji, May 22 (IANS) Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar will meet Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in June to press for special status for Goa and demand a special package for the people affected by the mining ban in the state, it was announced here Wednesday.

BJP asks government to introspect on its corrupt acts

May 22, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday accused the central government of failing on all counts and called on the latter to self-introspect on its various acts of corruption.

UPA-II regime invites wrath of opposition over corruption

May 22, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Jammu/New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): Opposition parties in India trained guns at the ruling Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) on Wednesday over rampant corruption, even as the latter completed the fourth year of its second term in power.

Not concerned about what BJP says: Congress

May 22, 2013 at 2:46 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) The Congress Wednesday hit out at the BJP for its comments on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and said it was "not concerned" with what the opposition party was saying.

Get Raj, Prithviraj back to make 'Awara' again: Ranbir Kapoor

May 21, 2013 at 11:26 PM

Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Actor Ranbir Kapoor Tuesday said he was not aware of any plans for his father Rishi Kapoor and him to reprise his great-grandfather Prithviraj Kapoor and grandfather Raj Kapoor's roles in "Awara", saying one will have to get them and Nargis back to this world to make the film again.

IAS officers politicking, will complain to PM: Parrikar

May 21, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Panaji, May 21 (IANS) The Goa government will complain to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh about some Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers indulging in "politics", said Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar Tuesday while accusing a central officer of trying to intimidate state bureaucracy.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 11:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal in charges, including two central ministers, in politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday.

India's relationship with China expanding substantively: S. Jaishankar(Lead:Jaishankar)

May 20, 2013 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (ANI): India's Ambassador to China S. Jaishankar on Monday said New Delhi's relationship with Beijing is expanding substantively, and termed the three-day state visit of Premier Li Keqiang as significant.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal chiefs, including two central ministers, in the politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday, said party sources.

India, China sign eight pacts

May 20, 2013 at 3:10 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (ANI): India and China on Monday signed eight pacts, including sharing of information on water flow in the River Brahmaputra.

Chinese premier says India visit aims to enhance trust, deepen cooperation

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Beijing, May 20 (Xinhua-ANI): Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said here Monday that his official visit to India is aimed at enhancing mutual trust and deepening bilateral cooperation, and is future-oriented.

India, China ties essential for Asia, world: Manmohan Singh

May 20, 2013 at 2:14 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday that India and China's relationship is essential for stability and prosperity in Asia and the world, while stressing the need "for an early resolution of the boundary dispute.

Seeds sowed today should be harvested in autumn: Li

May 20, 2013 at 1:42 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Stating that he looked forward to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit later this year, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang turned poet of sorts Monday to say that seeds sowed in spring sould be harvested in autumn.

Border issue on agenda as Chinese premier arrives

May 19, 2013 at 5:18 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Chinese Premier Li Keqiang arrived here Sunday on a three-day state visit during which he will hold talks with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on many issues, including the recent border row.

Chinese premier departs for India

May 19, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Beijing, May 19 (IANS) Chinese Premier Li Keqiang departed here Sunday for official visits to four nations, with India being the first stop.

Manmohan Singh to visit Japan and Thailand

May 18, 2013 at 5:58 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is slated to pay official visit to Japan from May 27 to 29 and to the Kingdom of Thailand on May 30 and 31.

India to be back in Olympic fold soon, says sports minister Jitendra Singh

May 16, 2013 at 1:34 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Sports Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to pave the way to lift ban on the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and Indian sportspersons will soon able to join the Olympics.

Jitendra Singh seeks strict action against those guilty of IPL 'spot fixing'

May 16, 2013 at 1:34 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Jitendra Singh on Thursday emphasized that strict action should be taken against all those who are found guilty of IPL spot fixing.

Toronto Sikhs organising marathon to help children in need

May 16, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Toronto, May 16 (IANS) Britain's Fauja Singh, believed to be the world's oldest marathoner, will be among those participating in the first ever marathon being organised by the Sikh community of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in Canada May 19.

Hold fresh elections to get suspension lifted: IOC tells IOA

May 15, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Lausanne, May 15 (IANS) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Wednesday asked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to hold free and fair fresh elections if it wants its suspension to be revoked.

Live telecast of 'American Idol 12' finale in India

May 15, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) The finale of the 12th season of American singing reality show "American Idol" will be shown live in India.

Manmohan Singh to go to Japan, Thailand May-end

May 14, 2013 at 9:02 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh goes to Japan May 27-29 for the annual bilateral summit with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe during which nuclear energy cooperation will be high on the agenda. He will then go to Thailand at the invitation of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra.

Senior national hockey camp in Bangalore from Thursday

May 14, 2013 at 7:26 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The senior men's national hockey camp for the FIH World League Round 3 (Semi-Final) at Rotterdam, in the Netherlands, June 13-23, will be held at the Netaji Subhas Southern Centre (NSSC), Bangalore from Thursday. The camp will continue till June 4.

CBI image has touched rock bottom: BJP

May 14, 2013 at 7:18 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The image of the CBI has touched "rock bottom" and the Congress led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government has contributed to the process, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Arun Jaitley said Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh to pay official visits to Japan and Thailand

May 14, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, will pay a three-day official visit to Japan beginning on May 27 at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe.

Working with parents, a learning experience: Ranbir Kapoor

May 13, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who will be sharing the screen space with father Rishi Kapoor and mother Neetu Singh in Abhinav Kashyap's "Besharam", says it was a learning experience.

Nine cops suspended, Lucknow crime branch disbanded for robbery

May 13, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Lucknow, May 13 (IANS) Nine Uttar Pradesh policemen were suspended and 21 others sent to police lines, officials said Monday, as Lucknow district's crime branch was disbanded for involvement in extortion and robbery.

Sushant still open to working on small screen

May 11, 2013 at 3:26 PM

Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) Actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who forayed into films after doing television, has no qualms about again working for the small screen again provided the work being offered is good.

Parvez Rasool eyeing India berth

May 10, 2013 at 6:22 PM

Pune, May 10 (IANS) Having made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Kolkata Knight Riders, Pune Warriors all-rounder Parvez Rasool is already eyeing a berth in the Indian national squad.

SC terms CBI caged parrot speaking in master's voice

May 8, 2013 at 7:52 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Supreme Court Wednesday termed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) a "caged parrot" that "speaks in its master's voice" and asked the government whether it intended to make the agency's functioning independent.

Karnataka rejects BJP ideology: PM

May 8, 2013 at 2:16 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) rout in Karnataka "is a clear result against (its) ideology", Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Karnataka result rejection of BJP ideology: PM

May 8, 2013 at 2:08 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Congress victory in Karnataka is a rejection of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) ideology, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Maoists bomb Odisha village building

May 7, 2013 at 2:48 PM

Bhubaneswar, May 7 (IANS) Maoist rebels early Tuesday blasted landmines and damaged a government building in Odisha, police said. No loss of life was reported.

Reliance Communications hikes mobile call rates by at least 20 percent

May 6, 2013 at 5:04 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Reliance Communications Monday raised mobile call rates by 20-30 percent across India, a company statement said.

Pit stop troubles cost Karthikeyan Auto GP podium

May 6, 2013 at 12:57 PM

Budapest (Hungary), May 6 (IANS) Narain Karthikeyan?s round three of the AutoGP World Series at Hungaroring culminated with a fourth place finish in race two.

PM asks Asian economies to step-up efforts to address common challenges

May 4, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday urged Asian economies to step up efforts to address common challenges by investing resources to help empower all sections of societies in the region.

NDA MPs meet president over Chinese incursion, Sarabjit issue

May 3, 2013 at 8:44 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs Friday met President Pranab Mukherjee over Chinese incursion in Ladakh.

Khurhsid briefs Mulayam on China strategy

May 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid Friday met Samajwadi Paty Chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and briefed him on the government's stand and strategy on the Chinese incursion in Ladakh.

Pakistan condemns attack on prisoner in Indian jail

May 3, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Islamabad, May 3 (IANS) Pakistan Friday condemned the attack on a Pakistani prisoner in an Indian jail and said it was "obvious retaliation" to the death of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh in Lahore.

Sarabjit's death: Pakistani dailies demand thorough probe

May 3, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Islamabad, May 3 (IANS) Pakistani dailies Friday demanded a thorough investigation into the death of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh who was savagely attacked by fellow prisoners, with one pointedly saying this happened because of Pakistani authorities' "abject failure".

British lawyer blames India for Sarabjit's fate

May 2, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) British lawyer of Indian origin Jas Uppal Thursday put the blame on the successive Indian governments for Sarabjit Singh's fate in Pakistan, saying she has reported the death row prisoner's case to global human rights groups.

Parliament expresses shock, sorrow over Sarabjit's death

May 2, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Expressing deep shock and sorrow at the death of Sarabjit Singh, both houses of parliament Thursday condemned the "inhuman treatment" meted out to him in a Pakistani jail.

Sarabjit's death a conspiracy: Dhumal

May 2, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Shimla, May 2 (IANS) Former Himachal Pradesh chief minister and BJP leader Prem Kumar Dhumal Thursday attributed the death of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh in Pakistan to "a planned conspiracy hatched in the jail".

Don't blame us for Sarabjit's death: Sibal

May 2, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) India did whatever it could to help Sarabjit Singh, but Pakistan "failed to ensure" his safety, Minister for Communications and Information Technology Kapil Sibal said Thursday.

Sikhs in Malaysian town support Chinese-origin MP

May 2, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Singapore, May 2 (IANS) Ahead of the general elections in Malaysia, Sikhs in a town in the country's state of Perak have come out in support of their sitting Chinese-origin member of parliament.

Lok Sabha condoles Sarabjit's death

May 2, 2013 at 1:40 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Expressing deep shock and sorrow at the demise of Sarabjit Singh, the Lok Sabha Thursday condemned the "inhuman treatment" meted out to him in a Pakistani jail.

Security beefed up outside Pakistan embassy in New Delhi

May 2, 2013 at 1:16 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): Security has been beefed up outside Pakistan embassy in New Delhi, following the death of Indian prisoner, Sarabjit Singh.

India to send special plane to bring back Sarabjit's body: Shinde

May 2, 2013 at 12:36 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde on Thursday said that a special plane will be sent to Pakistan to bring Sarabjit Singh's body home.

Pakistan must account for Sarabjit Singh's death: Manish Tewari

May 2, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Manish Tewari on Thursday strongly criticised Pakistan over the death of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh, saying the latter had been murdered in cold blood in the custody of the Pakistan state, and added that Islamabad must be held accountable for the tragic incident.

Punjab town mourns Sarabjit's death

May 2, 2013 at 9:48 AM

Bhikhiwind (Punjab), May 2 (IANS) Sarabjit Singh's hometown Bhikhiwind Thursday mourned his death in a hospital in Lahore.

Pakistan didn't heed India's pleas: PM on Sarabjit's death

May 2, 2013 at 8:36 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday said it was "particularly regrettable" that Pakistan "did not heed the pleas...to take a humanitarian view" of the case of Sarabjit Singh who died after being attacked in a Lahore jail.

Sarabjit Singh dies in Lahore hospital (Second Lead, Changing dateline)

May 2, 2013 at 4:04 AM

Lahore, May 2 (IANS) Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh, who was admitted to a Lahore hospital after being savagely attacked in jail, died Thursday, a media report said.

Karthikeyan sees Auto GP podium around the corner

May 1, 2013 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Indian racing driver Narain Karthikeyan is confident of a podium finish in the third round of Auto GP World Series to be held in Hungary this weekend.

PGA Tour drops 'deer antler spray' case against Vijay Singh

May 1, 2013 at 10:12 AM

Sydney, May 1 (ANI): The PGA Tour has decided to drop the case against Fijian golfer Vijay Singh for using deer antler spray, adding that he no longer faces any sanction.

India appeals to Pakistan to release Sarabjit Singh

April 30, 2013 at 1:32 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 30 (Xinhua-ANI): India has issued a fresh appeal to Pakistan to release on "humanitarian grounds" convicted Indian spy Sarabjit Singh who is currently in a coma at a hospital in Pakistan following a deadly attack on him by his fellow inmates in a jail last week.

Why wasn't Sarabjit considered prisoner at risk, asks daily

April 30, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Why was Sarabjit Singh not considered a prisoner at risk, a leading Pakistani daily asked Tuesday and demanded that the attackers of the Indian death row prisoner be brought to justice.

Sarabjit to be treated in Pakistan, says panel

April 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) Sarabjit Singh will continue to receive treatment in Pakistan, said a medical panel formed to decide whether the Indian death row prisoner, who was grievously injured in an attack in Kot Lakhpat jail, needs to be taken abroad.

Attack on Sarabjit may hit Pakistan-India ties: Daily

April 29, 2013 at 10:20 AM

Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) The attack on Sarabjit Singh could have serious implications for Pakistan-India ties, said a Pakistani daily, adding that the fate of the Indian death row prisoner was caught in the problematic relationship between the two countries.

Chinese incursion a matter of perception: Minister

April 28, 2013 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) The Chinese intrusion in Ladakh is a "matter of perception" and the stand-off would be resolved through diplomacy, Minister of State for Home R.P.N. Singh said here Sunday.

Pak doctors give Sarabjit minimal chances of survival

April 28, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Lahore, Apr. 28 (ANI): Indian convict Sarabjit Singh, who was injured in an attack on Friday in Pakistan's Kot Lakhpat jail, is said to be in a serious condition. ~

Attack on Sarabjit in Pakistan sparks off debate

April 28, 2013 at 9:48 AM

Lahore/Jalandhar/New Delhi/Ajmer, April 28 (ANI): The brutal attack on Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh lodged in Lahore's Kot Lakhpat Jail by six inmates, has sparked off a debate on both sides of the subcontinental divide, and is capable of inflaming tensions between the two nations.

Unauthorised collection of deposits need to be curbed: PM

April 27, 2013 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said the unauthorised collection of deposits for chit funds should be curbed in the wake of the Saradha Group defrauding thousands of depositors.

Sportspersons in National Anthem video for 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag'

April 27, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) The makers of "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" plan to shoot a video featuring prominent sports personalities against the backdrop of the National Anthem.

BJP alleges assault on Sarabjit 'a planned move'

April 27, 2013 at 1:24 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (ANI): General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Saturday said that the assault on Sarabjit Singh was a planned move, and similar to the earlier attack on Chamel Singh, who was killed.

Sarabjit's health critical after attack: Pak lawyer

April 27, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Lahore/New Delhi, Apr 27 (ANI): Amid building diplomatic uneasiness, counsel of Sarabjit Singh, who was attacked by inmates in a Pakistan jail on April 26, said on Saturday that the Indian prisoner's health was critical.

Sarabjit attacked in Lahore prison, sister alleges conspiracy

April 26, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Lahore/New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Indian death row convict Sarabjit Singh was admitted to the ICU of Lahore's Jinnah Hospital following a murderous attack on him by fellow prisoners in the city's Kot Lakhpat jail Friday afternoon, his family in Indian Punjab said.

Sarabjit attacked in Lahore prison, sister terms it a conspiracy

April 26, 2013 at 9:40 PM

Tarn Taran/Lahore, April 26 (IANS) Indian death row convict Sarabjit Singh was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Lahore's Jinnah Hospital following a murderous attack on him by fellow prisons in the city's Kot Lakhpat jail Friday afternoon, his family in Indian Punjab said.

Sushant Singh Rajput endorses Pepsi Atom

April 25, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) "Kai Po Che!" actor Sushant Singh Rajput has been roped in as the brand ambassador for Pepsi Atom, a new drink by PepsiCo India.

Maoists kill two villagers in Odisha

April 25, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Bhubaneswar, April 25 (IANS) Maoists killed two people in Odisha a day after kidnapping them from a village, police said Thursday. The rebels also set afire a mobile phone tower in the same village.

Manmohan Singh for strengthening 'Panchayati Raj' institutions

April 24, 2013 at 1:32 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 24 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Wednesday called for a further strengthening of 'Panchayati Raj' institutions across the country.

Need to strengthen panchayats: PM

April 24, 2013 at 11:24 AM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) There was need to strengthen the Panchayati Raj system to ensure inclusive development, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said here Wednesday.

PM appeals for smooth functioning of parliament

April 22, 2013 at 11:16 AM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) The government was ready to debate all issues, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday as he appealed to the opposition for smooth functioning of parliament.

PM calls for women's safety

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday said "vast improvement" was needed to give women "security, safety and status" and asked people to work together to end "depravity" from society.

BJP in no hurry to declare its choice for PM: Rajnath Singh

April 21, 2013 at 2:28 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party president Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that his party was in no hurry to announce or declare its choice for prime ministerial candidate.

Bihar divided over special grant to state

April 19, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Patna, April 19 (IANS) Bihar's political parties are divided over the central government's special grant of Rs.12,000 crore for the state, with the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) saying it was not a political move.

Adani's Gujarat project violated green norms, says probe panel

April 18, 2013 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) There is "incontrovertible" evidence that the Adani project at Gujarat's Mundra has violated and not complied with environmental clearance conditions, said a government panel Thursday and called for imposing fine of Rs.200 crore for the environmental damage.

Ranveer endures pain for 'Lootera'

April 18, 2013 at 8:28 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Actor Ranveer Singh, who is just two films old, recently left the crew of his upcoming film "Lootera" in shock.

Manmohan Singh greets nation on Ram Navami

April 18, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 18 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami.

Tutul regains lead in junior golf

April 18, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Tutul Ali returned to the top of the leaderboard with a steady even-par 70 that gave him a one-shot lead over Mohan Sardar (72) in the Usha-IGU Delhi Junior Golf Championships here at the Qutub Golf Course Thursday.

PM condoles the loss of lives in Iran earthquake

April 17, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives and destruction in the earthquake in Iran.

PM condoles deaths, destruction in Iran quake

April 17, 2013 at 9:08 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday condoled the loss of lives and destruction in the massive earthquake that struck Iran and offered all possible assistance in relief efforts.

Don't politicise Bangalore blast: R.P.N. Singh

April 17, 2013 at 2:52 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The Congress Wednesday said it never plays politics in dealing with terrorism and urged all parties not to politicise the issue after an explosion injured 16 people near the office of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bangalore.

Don't want any ally to leave, says Rajnath Singh

April 17, 2013 at 2:28 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) does not want any ally to leave the NDA, party president Rajnath Singh said Wednesday as speculation mounts over the future of its ties with the Janata Dal-United (JD-U).

Tutul, Rohan share lead at Usha-IGU golf

April 16, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Tutul Ali and Rohan Rana shared the opening day's honours at the Usha-IGU Delhi junior Golf Championships with identical cards of even par 70 each Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh condemns Boston Marathon bomb incident

April 16, 2013 at 12:04 PM

New Delhi, Apr 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Tuesday condemned the twin blasts in Boston and expressed solidarity with the United States in the struggle against terrorism.

PM cautions media against sensationalising serious issues that result in misinformation

April 16, 2013 at 11:40 AM

New Delhi, Apr 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has cautioned the media against sensationalising and trivialising serious issues that result in misinformation.

PM evasive on third term issue

April 15, 2013 at 9:24 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday said it is a "great honour" to be prime minister of this "vast" country, but was evasive on the issue of a third term in the post if his Congress party was re-elected in the 2014 general elections.

No compromise on state's autonomy: Hooda

April 15, 2013 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Favouring a strong federal structure to safeguard the autonomy of the state, Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda said that he would not support the central government to send forces into a state without its consent.

Rajnath Singh says Modi most popular leader

April 14, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is the BJP's most popular leader, party president Rajnath Singh said Sunday, but refrained from naming Modi as its prime ministerial candidate.

'Rangeelay' celebrates Baisakhi with new poster (With Image)

April 13, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) A new poster of upcoming Punjabi film "Rangeelay" was launched on the occasion of Baisakhi Saturday.

Lara, Chitrangada, Yami make splash at IIJW

April 13, 2013 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Bollywood beauties Lara Dutta, Chitrangada Singh and Yami Gautam added their spark and glamour at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW). They walked the ramp here as showstoppers for different brands.

IOC calls meeting with IOA next month

April 12, 2013 at 11:40 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is believed to have called a meeting with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) headed by Vijay Kumar Malhotra next month in Lausanne.

Manmohan Singh meets German President before leaving, says visit was fruitful

April 12, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met with the German President Joachim Gauck before leaving Berlin on Friday after competition of his three-days visit.

PM greets nation on Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Vaisakhadi and Bahag Bihu

April 12, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 12 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has greeted the nation on the eve of the joyous occasion of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Mesadi, Vaisakhadi and Bahag Bihu.

UPA Government's resolve to spur India's growth is unwavering: PM

April 12, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Berlin, Apr 12 (ANI): Asserting that the spirit of adventure, enterprise and innovation in India is thriving, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has said that his government's resolve to spur investments, attract foreign investors and boost economic growth remains unwavering, and added that intense debates back home on the policy issues have not stopped it from taking hard decisions.

India has introduced legal framework to prevent societal aberrations: PM

April 11, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Berlin, Apr. 11 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, today said Indian democracy provides effective checks on aberrations affecting civil rights, human rights, womens' safety or any other deficiencies.