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

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

Channelise domestic savings into financial assets: PM

May 24, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday called for increased efforts by the government and financial regulators to channelise domestic savings into financial assets.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Karthikeyan extends deal for Auto GP round two

April 4, 2013 at 6:36 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) India's top racing driver Narain Karthikeyan has extended his deal with Zele Racing for the second round of Auto GP in Marrakesh, Morocco this weekend.

Congress leader invites JD-U to join UPA

April 1, 2013 at 2:26 PM

Patna, April 1 (IANS) A senior leader of the Congress in Bihar Monday invited the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) to join hands with the UPA "to strengthen secular and democratic forces" in the country ahead of the next general elections.

Protesters march against Wharton snub to Modi

March 24, 2013 at 5:54 PM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) About 200 Indian-Americans marched in protest against the controversial withdrawal of an invitation to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to speak at the Wharton India Economic Forum.

Narain Karthikeyan to drive in Auto GP opener

March 21, 2013 at 6:41 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) India's first Formula One driver Narain Karthikeyan will take part in the opening two races of the Auto GP World Series single-seater racing for the 2013 season.

Explosion of creativity in M&E industry due to technology access: Experts

March 14, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) Easy access to technology has led to an "explosion" of creativity in the media and entertainment industry, experts said here Thursday.

Narain joins 'All in All Azhagu Raja' cast

March 3, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Chennai, March 3 (IANS) Tamil actor Narain, known for films such as "Mugamoodi" and "Anjathe", has joined the cast of Karthi Sivakumar-starrer comedy "All In All Azhagu Raja".

Citizens praise budget, but question efficacy on ground

February 28, 2013 at 8:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The public's reaction to the 2013-14 budget is positive, though a section of the "aam admi" feels that it will take a fair amount of sweat for the government to meet the target of containing the fiscal deficit at 4.8 percent of the gross domestic product in the new fiscal.

Apex court stays Veerappan aides' hanging, kin relieved

February 18, 2013 at 8:41 PM

New Delhi/Chennai, Feb 18 (IANS) The Supreme Court Monday suspended till Wednesday the execution of death sentence of the four aides of sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, whose mercy petition was rejected Feb 12. The kin of the four death row convicts hailed the order.

Outdoor air pollution fifth largest killer in India

February 13, 2013 at 8:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Outdoor air pollution has become the fifth largest killer in India after high blood pressure, indoor air pollution, tobacco smoking and poor nutrition, according to a Global Burden of Disease (GBD) report.

Finance Ministry Consultative Committee suggests a 'practical and visionary' budget

February 4, 2013 at 7:34 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 4 (ANI): The Consultative Committee attached to the Ministry of Finance on Monday suggested the Finance Minister P. Chidambaram to prepare a practical, reasonable and visionary budget for the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament.

Now, beauty vending machine that gives latest trends at push of a button

January 26, 2013 at 12:16 PM

London, January 26 (ANI): Two masterminds have given vending machines, which are usually synonymous with four finger KitKats and watered down hot drinks, a much-needed glamorous makeover and launched one that is full of girly gifts from face creams and nail varnish to makeup kits and emergency beauty supplies.

Immediate priority of Govt. is to keep investment cycle going: Chidambaram

January 17, 2013 at 11:29 AM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (ANI): Union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has said that immediate priority of the Government is to keep the investment cycle going.

Government will not allow breach of fiscal deficit limits: Chidambaram

January 17, 2013 at 11:29 AM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (ANI): Union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has said that the fiscal consolidation roadmap for Centre has been laid out and the Government will not breach the fiscal deficit limits.

Focus should be on returning Indian economy to higher growth path: Chidambaram

January 4, 2013 at 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan. 4 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has said that higher growth in the economy will give an opportunity to the government to roll out development programmes for different sections of society, especially for the neglected and poorer sections of society.

Tributes pour in for Tendulkar

December 23, 2012 at 4:29 PM

Mumbai, Dec 23 (IANS) Tributes have started pouring in for master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, who called time Sunday on his staggering one-day cricket career.

Karthikeyan, Chandhok win Race of Champions Asia

December 14, 2012 at 10:36 PM

Bangkok, Dec 14 (IANS) India's best known drivers Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok Friday won the Race of Champions (ROC) Asia, beating Japan in the finals. The victory also helped the duo qualify for the ROC Nations Cup.

Narain, Karun set for Champions Asia race

December 13, 2012 at 6:20 PM

Bangkok, Dec 13 (IANS) Drivers from all over Asia have assembled here for the Race Of Champions Asia and Thailand to be held here Friday, ahead of the ROC Nations Cup Saturday and the individual ROC Sunday.

Confusion over votes after Rajya Sabha FDI debate

December 7, 2012 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Confusion gripped the government after the FDI in retail debate in the Rajya Sabha over the exact number of votes cast in favour and against the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) - prompting a reccount.

Rajya Sabha votes on FDI to be recalculated

December 7, 2012 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) The government has sought a recalculation of votes on FDI in multi-brand retail in the Rajya Sabha as the total exceeds the strength of the house.

Paris gets Goa grooving

December 2, 2012 at 1:07 AM

Candolim (Goa), Dec 2 (IANS) Like any other well informed deejay, Paris Hilton knew what's needed to get the crowd swinging and swaying. The socialite and entrepreneur chose the popular Korean song "Gangnam Style" and peppered the hit number with the words, "We will rock this night Goa" to begin her performance at the Sandkastle Music Festival of India Resort Fashion Week (IRFW).

Life insurance premium drops by 2.33 percent

November 23, 2012 at 6:26 PM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) Money collected by life insurance companies as premiums dropped by 2.33 percent during the quarter ended Sep 30, 2012, largely due to the slowdown in economic growth, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Friday.

Life insurance premium drops 2.33 percent

November 23, 2012 at 6:18 PM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) Money collected by life insurance companies as premium dropped by 2.33 percent during the quarter ended Sep 30, 2012 year?on?year, largely due to the slowdown in the economic growth, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Friday.

Vettel zooms to pole at US Grand Prix

November 18, 2012 at 3:55 PM

Austin (Texas), Nov 18 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Sebastian Vettel is in pole position to win his third straight Formula One title after qualifying first for Sunday's United States Grand Prix.

HRT F1 team is up for sale

November 13, 2012 at 5:31 PM

Madrid, Nov 13 (IANS) HRT Formula One team is up for sale, its owners Thesan Capital has announced 16 months after buying a majority stake in the Spanish outfit from Jose Ramon Carabante.

Delhi wants polluting vehicles fined heavily

November 12, 2012 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Desperate to beat the persisting smog in the capital, the Delhi government wants polluting vehicles to be fined as much as Rs.2,000, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said Monday.

Race of Champions look at India as a venue

November 8, 2012 at 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) The Race of Champions (ROC) invitation to India for the season-ending race in Thailand next month could be a precursor to its looking at the country as a key destination soon.

Top Indian motor sport official claims future of F1 in country still 'bleak'

November 7, 2012 at 9:16 PM

Washington, Oct 26(ANI): Vicky Chandhok, president of the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India has claimed the future of motor sport in the country is still bleak even though the second edition of the Indian Grand Prix would be held this weekend.

'Poor child sex ratio due to gender bias'

November 7, 2012 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) The gender bias against the female foetus is behind the declining trend of the child sex ratio in the country, several women and child organisations said here Wednesday.

Narain, Karun to team up

November 6, 2012 at 9:28 PM

Bangalore, Nov 6 (IANS) India's only two Formula One drivers Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok Tuesday confirmed their debut participation in the 2012 Race of Champions (ROC) as Team India at the event that will be held in Thailand Dec 15-16.

Karthikeyan-Chandhok tie-up in India's ROC debut

November 6, 2012 at 7:20 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) India's best known racing drivers Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok are back together. They will team up for India for the first time since 2004 in the high-profile Race of Champions (ROC) in Bangkok Dec 14-16.

MoS Home Narain Singh questions Gadkari's mental make-up over Vivekananda, Dawood comparison

November 5, 2012 at 9:51 PM

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Nov.5 (ANI): Minister of State for Kunwar Ratanjit Pratap Narain Singh on Monday joined the Congress bandwagon in criticising BJP President over his statement that there was a similarity between the IQ levels of religious philosopher Swami Vivekananda and mafia don Dawood Ibrahim.

Karthikeyan, Chandhok set to compete in Race of Champions

November 5, 2012 at 8:15 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok are set to represent India in the year-ending Race of Champions to take place in Bangkok Dec 14-16. The exciting drivers' line-up includes reigning Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel and seven-time winner Michael Schumacher.

Vettel wins Indian Grand Prix, extends title lead

October 28, 2012 at 5:59 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 28 (IANS) Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel cruised to his second successive victory at the Formula One Indian Grand Prix here Sunday and extended his championship lead over Fernando Alonso by 13 points.

Happy to have finished ahead of one Marussia: Karthikeyan

October 27, 2012 at 8:15 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 27 (IANS) India's Formula One driver Narain Karthikeyan said Saturday he was happy to start from the penultimate spot ahead of at least one of the Marussias in his home Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit.

Vettel storms to second straight pole at Indian GP

October 27, 2012 at 4:07 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 27 (IANS) Very few would bet against Sebastian Vettel winning the Formula 1 Indian Grand Prix again. The defending champion was the fastest in qualifying here Saturday to go with his dominance in free practice.

Narain terribly underrated: Teammate de la Rosa

October 27, 2012 at 2:23 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 27 (IANS) Highly-rated veteran Formula 1 driver Pedro de la Rosa says he has been hugely impressed with his Indian HRT teammate Narain Karthikeyan.

Vettel again fastest in third practice of Indian GP

October 27, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 27 (IANS) Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel stamped his authority at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) by topping the timesheets again in the third and final practice session of the Indian Grand Prix here Saturday.

Vettel dominates Indian GP practice run

October 26, 2012 at 6:14 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 26 (IANS) Defending champion Sebastian Vettel topped both practice sessions at the Formula One Indian Grand Prix here Friday as his Red Bull team dominated the proceedings in the afternoon.

Vettel leads first practice at Indian GP

October 26, 2012 at 6:06 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 26 (IANS) Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel led the timesheets in the first practice of the second edition of the Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) here Friday.

Drivers give thumbs up to greener Buddh circuit

October 26, 2012 at 5:50 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 25 (IANS) Dust has become a thing of the past at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC), say the Formula 1 drivers here for the second Indian Grand Prix.

India gears up for second Grand Prix.

October 26, 2012 at 10:06 AM

Greater NOIDA (Uttar Pradesh), Oct. 26 (ANI): Organizers of the second edition of the Indian Grand Prix are jazzing up the Buddh International Circuit in Greater NOIDA in Uttar Pradesh in anticipation of a nail biting race that could decide the 2012-13 Formula One champion.

Veteran journalist Raj Narain Mishra passes away

October 25, 2012 at 9:27 AM

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Oct.25 (ANI): Senior journalist Raj Narain Mishra has passed away. He was 80 and is survived by his wife and children.

Force India move for Narain would be great: Hamilton

October 24, 2012 at 5:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) McLaren's Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton says it is unfortunate that Narain Karthikeyan is in a slower car and a move to Sahara Force India could do wonders for him and India.

Karthikeyan insists his future remains in Formula One (Lead, correcting second para)

October 23, 2012 at 10:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Narain Karthikeyan, the first Indian to try his hand at big time motor racing, insists his future is hitched to Formula One -- and HRT at that. Ruminating on another tough season, the eternal optimist hopes for his best finish of the year at the second edition of the Indian grand Prix over the weekend.

Karthikeyan insists his future remains in Formula One

October 23, 2012 at 5:27 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Narain Karthikeyan, the first Indian to try his hand at big time motor racing, insists his future is hitched to Formula One -- and HRT at that. Ruminating on another tough season, the eternal optimist hopes for his best finish of the year at the second edition of the Indian grand Prix over the weekend.

'Double points-finish will be a good result at Indian GP'

October 22, 2012 at 6:23 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) Sahara Force India drivers Paul di Resta and Nico Hulkenberg say the team's focus at its home race over the weekend will be to get both cars in points and possibly a podium finish.

Chidambaram meets general insurance company chiefs in Delhi

October 22, 2012 at 5:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct. 22 (ANI): Finance Mminister P. Chidambaram on Monday met the chief executives of general insurance companies here to discuss the problems of the industry.

Environment watchdog rejects finance ministry's claim

October 20, 2012 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) An environment watchdog Saturday here rebutted the union ministry of finance's claim that infrastructure projects get delayed due to the green clearance which is granted by the environment ministry.

Prithviraj wants to team up with Big B

October 20, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Actor Prithviraj, who is just one-film old in Bollywood, is extremely happy with the response to his recent Malayalam film "Ayalum Njanum Thammil". He says he now plans to remake it in Hindi with megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

Prithviraj plans to remake film with Big B

October 20, 2012 at 12:14 PM

Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Actor Prithviraj, who is just one-film old in Bollywood, is extremely happy with the response to his recent Malayalam film "Ayalum Njanum Thammil". He says he now plans to remake it in Hindi with megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

Vettel wins Korean GP, takes championship lead

October 14, 2012 at 3:32 PM

Yeongam (South Korea), Oct 14 (IANS) Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel took the lead in the Formula One drivers' championship with a comfortable victory in the Korean Grand Prix here Sunday.

Webber pips Vettel to pole at Korean GP

October 13, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Yeongam (South Korea), Oct 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel locked out the front row for Red Bull in the Formula One Korean Grand Prix qualifying here Saturday.

BJP ready for open debate with Congress on FDI: Joshi

October 11, 2012 at 9:32 PM

Lucknow, Oct 11 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Murli Manohar Joshi Thursday dared the Congress for an open debate on foreign direct investment (FDI).

Vettel wins in Japan, closes gap on leader Alonso

October 7, 2012 at 4:21 PM

Suzuka (Japan), Oct 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Sebastian Vettel put in a dominating performance in his Red Bull to win the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix here Saturday and close in on Ferrari's championship leader Fernando Alonso.

Hulkenberg finishes seventh in Japan GP

October 7, 2012 at 1:33 PM

Suzuka (Japan), Oct 7 (IANS) Sahara Force India's Nico Hulkenberg finished seventh in the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix to bag six points here Sunday.

Vettel secures fourth straight Suzuka pole

October 6, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Suzuka, Oct 6 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Sebastian Vettel stormed to his fourth straight pole position at the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix qualifying here Saturday, while his teammate Mark Webber went second fastest to seal a Red Bull front row.

I'm still a BJP worker: Sanjay Joshi

September 29, 2012 at 9:14 PM

Raipur, Sep 29 (IANS) Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) general secretary Sanjay Joshi, who had resigned from the party in June, claimed Saturday that he was still in the party.

Vettel wins in Singapore as Alonso extends lead

September 23, 2012 at 8:19 PM

Singapore, Sep 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A disciplined drive from Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel proved enough to win a chaotic Singapore Grand Prix night race after Lewis Hamilton retired from pole position.

Tata Tea ties up with HRT and Karthikeyan

September 20, 2012 at 6:27 PM

New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) Tata Global Beverages (TGB) Thursday announced its brand Tata Tea's association with Formula One driver Narain Karthikeyan and his HRT team for the upcoming Singapore and Indian Grand Prix.

NSE starts SME platform with first listing Thejo Engineering

September 18, 2012 at 6:21 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The National Stock Exchange (NSE) Tuesday began operating its SME platform, EMERGE, and Thejo Engineering became the first company to got listed in the segment.

Alonso best bet for World Championship: Karthikeyan

September 17, 2012 at 9:34 PM

Greater Noida, Sep 17 (IANS) India's Narain Karthikeyan believes that Ferrari's Fernando Alonso is the best bet for this year's Formula One driver's World Championship.

Karthikeyan keen to stay at HRT for 2013

September 17, 2012 at 8:46 PM

Greater Noida, Sep 17 (IANS) India's Formula One driver Narain Karthikeyan said Monday that he sees his future with his current team HRT.

Six die in Muslim-police clash

September 15, 2012 at 5:08 PM

Ghaziabad, Sep 15 (IANS) Six people were killed as police opened fire to break up a rampaging mob denouncing the desecration of a holy book, police and witnesses said Saturday.

Nexus between CAG and opposition can't be ruled out: UPA minister

September 13, 2012 at 5:30 PM

Agartala, Sep 13 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Finance (EB&I) Namo Narain Meena Thursday claimed that there could be a nexus between the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), India's official auditor, and the opposition parties on the coal blocks allocation report.

McLaren lock front row in Italy

September 8, 2012 at 7:27 PM

Monza, Sep 8 (IANS) McLaren locked out the front row with Lewis Hamilton taking pole here at the Italian Grand Prix Saturday.

Ma Qing Hua to replace Narain for Italian GP practice

September 5, 2012 at 2:49 PM

Monza (Italy), Sep 5 (IANS) Ma Qing Hua will become the first Chinese to drive in the Formula One Championship Friday when he replaces Narain Karthikeyan in the HRT for the first free practice session at the Italian Grand Prix here.

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day

September 5, 2012 at 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Continuing protests for the 11th day by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over coal block allocations forced adjournment of the Lok Sabha Wednesday, even as members from the Samajwadi Party joined the protests inside the house against the promotions quota.

Button wins in chaotic Belgian GP

September 2, 2012 at 8:01 PM

Spa-Francorchamps, Sep 2 (IANS/RIA Novosti) McLaren's Jenson Button took his first win since March with a disciplined drive from pole position in a chaotic and entertaining Belgian Grand Prix Sunday.

Force India's Hulkenberg finishes fourth in Belgium

September 2, 2012 at 7:53 PM

Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium), Sep 2 (IANS) Sahara Force India's Nico Hulkenberg matched the team's second best ever performance here at the Formula One Belgian Grand Prix Sunday.

'Mugamoodi' - the super 'hero' who could've been superhero (Tamil Movie Review)

September 1, 2012 at 6:01 PM

Film: "Mugamoodi"; Cast: Jiiva, Narain and Pooja Hegde; Director: Mysskin; Rating: ***

Upgrade sewage system, water use for agriculture: Experts

August 31, 2012 at 9:53 PM

Kolkata, Aug 31 (IANS) Leading corporates, business research firms and science activists Friday called for an overhaul and upgradation of the sewage system and use of modern technology in agriculture for efficient use of the country's water resources.

Motorsports: MRF launches Formula 2000 car

August 24, 2012 at 9:04 PM

Chennai, Aug 24 (IANS) In a path-breaking move, tyre giants MRF launched the Formula 2000, said to be the most powerful racing machine in Asia, at the Express Avenue Mall here Friday with India's first Formula One driver, Narain Karthikeyan, taking the bright red liveried machine for a few laps around the complex.

Textile firms' loans of Rs.35,000 crore to be restructured

August 8, 2012 at 8:49 PM

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) The government has directed public sector banks to restructure loans worth Rs.35,000 crore to textiles firms, which are facing financial problem, Minister of State for Finance Namo Narain Meena said Wednesday.

Formula One: Force India fail to score a point

July 29, 2012 at 9:14 PM

Budapest, July 29 (IANS) Sahara Force India failed to score a point at the Hungarian Grand Prix held here Sunday, with its drivers finishing 11th and 12th.

Nitish Kumar congratulates Pranab, invites him to Bihar

July 22, 2012 at 8:35 PM

Patna, July 22 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Sunday congratulated Pranab Mukherjee on his election as India's 13th president and invited him to visit the state.

German GP: Alonso zooms to second straight pole

July 21, 2012 at 7:22 PM

Hockenheim, July 21 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Formula One world championship leader Fernando Alonso stormed to pole position in a showery qualifying session at the German Grand Prix here Saturday.

Shashi Kapoor undergoes cataract surgery

July 20, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Veteran actor Shashi Kapoor has undergone cataract surgery and is doing fine, a doctor said here Friday.

Shatrugan Sinha shifted from ICU to private room

July 20, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Actor-politician Shatrugan Sinha, who underwent bypass surgery on Monday, is recovering and has been shifted to a private room from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

MoS hints at another fuel hike

July 18, 2012 at 10:00 PM

Bengaluru, July 18 (ANI): Minister of State in Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Ratanjit Pratap Narain Singh on Wednesday hinted at a hike in fuel prices to compensate for the fiscal deficit caused by oil subsidies.

61-year-old peddler arrested with drugs worth Rs.3 crore

July 13, 2012 at 7:04 PM

New Delhi, July 13 (IANS) A 61-year-old man, facing trial in two cases of drug peddling, has been arrested here with heroin worth Rs.3 crore in international market, police said Friday.

Shatrughan Sinha remains in hospital, medication adjusted: Doctor

July 12, 2012 at 3:04 PM

Mumbai, July 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha is stable but will continue to stay in hospital Thursday as he still gets breathless, said doctor.

Is this how the ancients prevented river water seepage?

July 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Mathura, July 12 (IANS) Workers excavating a holy pond in a village at the periphery of Mathura have discovered what is claimed as the first iron sheet used to prevent seepage of river water. Should the right moves be made, the area could well be a potential UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Dara Singh shifted home

July 11, 2012 at 11:28 PM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) Critically ill actor-wrestler Dara Singh was shifted from hospital to his Juhu home late Wednesday, a hospital official said.

Shatrughan Sinha stable, but gets breathless

July 11, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) Shatrughan Sinha will continue to stay in the hospital as he still tends to get breathless.

Dara Singh critical

July 7, 2012 at 9:28 PM

Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) Commonwealth wrestling champion and veteran Bollywood actor Dara Singh is critical in a Mumbai hospital following a severe cardiac problem, a hospital official said Saturday.

Shatrughan Sinha's hospital stay to continue

July 7, 2012 at 12:08 PM

Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha, who is being treated at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital for a breathing problem, is now absolutely fine but he can't go home as yet, say doctors.

Karthikeyan hopes to better qualifying show at Silverstone

July 6, 2012 at 8:24 PM

Silverstone, July 6 (IANS) HRT driver Narain Karthikeyan is eying an improved qualifying performance at the Formula One British Grand Prix to be held here over the weekend.

Meena to handle day-to-day affairs of finance ministry

July 5, 2012 at 8:16 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has asked Minister of State for Finance (Expenditure and Financial Services) Namo Narain Meena to look after the day-to-day affairs of the ministry.

Shatrugan Sinha's better, says doctor

July 3, 2012 at 8:14 PM

Mumbai, July 3 (IANS) Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha, who was hospitalised with some breathing problem, is improving now, but discharge date has not been finalised yet, said a doctor Tuesday.

BJP leader walks over to JD-U in Bihar

July 3, 2012 at 4:22 PM

Patna, July 3 (IANS) Former Bihar legislator and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sanjay Jha Tuesday joined the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) in the presence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar here.

IIM-Shillong, NSE to offer course in financial markets

June 29, 2012 at 9:48 PM

Guwahati, June 20 (IANS) One of India's top ten business schools - the IIM Shillong (IIM-S) - and India's leading stock exchange, the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Friday signed an agreement to start the first ever two-year full-time Post-Graduate Programme in Financial Markets (PGP-FM), offered by the IIM.