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Everything you need to know about Nehru Nagar,beawar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Nehru Nagar,beawar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

EU mulls new guidelines to woo international students

June 14, 2013 at 10:52 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) The European Union is considering changing existing policies to woo international students to pick its member nations for education, a top diplomat said Friday.

Parrikar invokes Nehru to seek special status for Goa

June 13, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Panaji, June 13 (IANS) Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has invoked former prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's fondness for the state to convince Prime Minister Manmohan Singh that his state should be accorded special status.

Delhi road rage: Two arrested for allegedly assaulting Pak diplomat

June 4, 2013 at 11:29 AM

New Delhi, June 4 (ANI): Delhi Police on Tuesday arrested two people in connection with the assault on a Pakistani diplomat and his driver after an accident near Jawaharlal Nehru University here yesterday.

Akhilesh gives free laptops to Ghaziabad students

June 3, 2013 at 10:17 PM

Ghaziabad, June 3 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday distributed free laptops to students in Ghaziabad and unveiled new projects amid residents' protests seeking a CBI probe into the recent murder of a seven-member family.

Kiran Bedi awards scholarships to Imphal students

June 1, 2013 at 6:25 PM

Imphal (Manipur), June 1 (ANI): Kiran Bedi, India's first woman police officer recently visited Manipur capital Imphal, where she gave away scholarships to 50 students from the Aryans Group of Colleges.

Gift your dad a classic makeover

June 1, 2013 at 1:05 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Everyday is special for a father-child bond, but how about going a step further to make him feel special on Father's Day? Pamper your dad with a wardrobe makeover this June 16.

Speaker meets Slovenia president

May 29, 2013 at 9:24 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Lok Sabha speaker Meira Kumar met Slovenia's president Borut Pahor Wednesday in the country's capital Ljubljana, said a statement issued by the speaker's office here.

Chandila was promised Rs.30 lakh for predicting IPL result: Police

May 28, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Tainted Rajasthan Royals player Ajit Chandila was promised Rs.30 lakh to predict the result of an IPL match, a bookie arrested by Delhi Police said Tuesday.

Wheels India to make lift axle for domestic truck-makers

May 27, 2013 at 5:49 PM

Chennai, May 27 (IANS) Wheels India will make lift axles for domestic truck-makers for which it has tied up with a Turkish company, Ege Endustri, for technology, a top company official said Monday.

Nation remembers Nehru on his 49th death anniversary

May 27, 2013 at 1:32 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) The nation Monday paid homage to India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru on his 49th death anniversary.

Nation pays homage to Jawaharlal Nehru on his 49th death anniversary

May 27, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): The nation on Monday paid homage to India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, on his 49th death anniversary.

Names of UPA ministers will surface in IPL spot fixing: Swamy

May 22, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Srinagar, May 22 (IANS) The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was involved in all the recently unearthed scams, including spot fixing in the Indian Premier League (IPL), and the involvement of some of its ministers would emerge, Janata Party leader Subramaniam Swamy said here Wednesday.

Central assistance sought for Shimla's rejuvenation

May 15, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Shimla, May 15 (IANS) Shimla Deputy Mayor Tikender Panwar Wednesday met officials of the urban development ministry in New Delhi and sought liberal assistance to maintain the glory of the Queen of Hills, as Shimla was fondly called by the British.

Rohit Kamra showcases menswear line at RFW 2013 offsite show

May 10, 2013 at 10:38 PM

Jaipur, May 10 (IANS) A major attraction of the second edition of Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 was an offsite show by Jaipur-based designer Rohit Kamra, who showcased his menswear collection at the pool side area of the Fairmont hotel.

Abhay, Sonam have kissed and made up

May 9, 2013 at 6:32 PM

Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol, who had a falling out during "Aisha", have sorted out their differences and were cordial to each other on the sets of "Raanjhanaa", says director Anand L. Rai.

Renewable energy capacity to double by 2017: PM

April 17, 2013 at 12:21 PM

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said India understands the importance of forming a low carbon strategy to carry sustainable growth and will double renewable energy capacity by 2017. The Prime Minister said this while inaugurating the Fourth Clean Energy Ministerial in Delhi.

India to double renewable energy capacity by 2017: PM

April 17, 2013 at 11:24 AM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) India recognises the importance of evolving a low carbon strategy for inclusive and sustainable growth and will double renewable energy capacity by 2017, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Nothing justifies bribe-taking, say ex-top cops

April 12, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Former chiefs of Maharashtra and Mumbai Police expressed disgust over video pictures of 36 policemen caught taking bribes and said corruption in the force had to end.

Nothing can justify bribe-taking, say former top cops

April 12, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Former chiefs of Maharashtra and Mumbai Police expressed disgust over video pictures of 36 policemen caught taking bribes and said corruption in the force had to go.

36 Mumbai cops suspended for taking bribe

April 11, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Mumbai, Apr 11 (ANI): The Maharashtra Government has suspended 36 policemen for allegedly accepting bribes from a person, which was caught on camera.

Which are India's best zoos? Zoo grading begins

April 7, 2013 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) People will soon be able to know which are India's best zoos, with the authorities starting the grading process for nearly 200 zoological parks in the country based on their performance on different parameters. Those faring poorly could even be penalised.

'India is grateful for Iceland's principled and consistent support': Mukherjee

April 6, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 6 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee has said New Delhi is grateful for Iceland's principled and consistent support of India's candidature for a permanent seat in the UNSC.

Lapses alleged in law institute poll

April 4, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) One of the oldest members of the Indian Law Institute here Thursday alleged lapses in the recent governing council polls and has written to Chief Justice of India (CJI) Altamas Kabir seeking withholding of the results.

'India needs more Himalayan Glaciology experts'

April 2, 2013 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) There has been scientific studies on impact of climate change on Himalayan glaciers but India has very few glaciologists and needs more expertise in the area, experts said Tuesday.

Ranbir Kapoor-Honey Singh best friends in the making?

April 2, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor doesn't make friends easily. But when he warms up to someone, he pulls out all stops to extend a hand of friendship. The actor has now found another buddy in singer-rapper Honey Singh.

Jamia marks 150th birth anniversary of Motilal Nehru

April 2, 2013 at 5:41 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Motilal Nehru, an exhibition is on at Jamia Millia Islamia, showcasing rare photographs of the Congress leader and father of India's first prime minister.

Hundreds denied entry to French circus

April 1, 2013 at 3:06 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) A large number of people were denied entry to the French trapeze theatre "Flying Angels" here after police said that the venue had got packed.

Delhi Police now face ire over French circus

April 1, 2013 at 1:38 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) More than 2,000 people, including children, from the capital and the National Capital Region (NCR) were denied entry at the French trapeze theatre "Flying Angels" at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium late Sunday.

Ranbir Kapoor plays football with 'underprivileged' kids in New Delhi

March 29, 2013 at 3:38 PM

Mumbai, Mar 29 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor was spotted playing a fun match with the children of an NGO- the Magic Bus Charity Foundation- in New Delhi.

Ranbir Kapoor plays football with 'underprivileged' kids in New Delhi

March 29, 2013 at 3:38 PM

Mumbai, Mar 29 (ANI): Ranbir Kapoor was spotted playing a fun match with the children of an NGO- the Magic Bus Charity Foundation- in New Delhi.

Government for separate city buses for women

March 28, 2013 at 6:34 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) The urban development ministry Thursday advised the states to examine the possibility of providing separate bus services for women in cities with a population of over a million, a senior official said Thursday.

Swiss experts to train Indians in Himalayan glaciology

March 28, 2013 at 5:46 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) India and Switzerland Thursday announced they would conduct a capacity building programme in Himalayan glaciology for PhD students and researchers working in glaciology in the country.

Urban Development Ministry for separate city buses for women

March 28, 2013 at 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 28 (ANI): The Ministry of Urban Development has recently advised the states to examine provision of separate city buses for women in all million plus cities.

Virat Kohli and Abhishek Bachchan unveil jerseys for charity football match

March 21, 2013 at 2:41 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (ANI): Virat Kohli and Abhishek Bachchan have unveiled the jersey and trophy of the first ever charitable football match for the magic bus foundation in New Delhi, where they will be competing against each other.

DMK for support to anti-Lankan resolution

March 13, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Chennai, March 13 (IANS) The DMK Wednesday stepped up pressure on the central government to support a resolution moved against Sri Lanka in the UN rights council by the US, saying New Delhi should act on it as it was supported by 30 other countries.

DMK against new civil services exam norms

March 12, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Chennai, March 12 (IANS) Accusing the central government of trying to impose Hindi by making changes in the civil services exam norms, DMK president M. Karunanidhi Tuesday urged Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to withdraw the notification as it would filter out candidates from rural India.

Congress never tried to develop India: Modi

March 3, 2013 at 1:15 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Urging BJP workers to oust the ruling Congress in the 2014 general elections, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Sunday slammed the central government for not keeping the nation's interest in mind.

India lags behind because of Congress: Narendra Modi

March 3, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi while addressing National Council Meeting of BJP on Sunday led a direct attack at the Congress saying that the party never tried to develop the nation.

Congress never tried to develop India: Modi

March 3, 2013 at 12:03 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Sunday launched a direct attack at the Congress, saying the party never tried to develop the nation.

Delhi's budget allocation raised by 27 percent

February 28, 2013 at 10:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The central assistance to Delhi has been increased to Rs.1,143 crore (over $200 million) in the 2013-14 budget presented Thursday, a 27 percent hike from the last year's revised budget allocation.

Assistance to Delhi raised by 27 percent

February 28, 2013 at 8:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The central assistance to Delhi has been increased to Rs.1,143 crore ($213.187 million) in the 2013-14 budget presented Thursday, a 27 percent hike from the last year's allocation.

26 percent hike for urban development ministry

February 28, 2013 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The allocation for the urban development ministry has been increased by 26 percent in 2013-14 at $1,547 million, Finance Minister P. Chidambaram said Thursday while presenting the budget in the Lok Sabha.

Culture allocated Rs.2,062 crore in 2013-2014 budget

February 28, 2013 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The culture ministry has been allocated Rs.2,062 crore (over $362 million), up from the last fiscal's revised estimates of Rs.1,450.15 crore (approximately $270 million) in the budget for 2013-14 Finance Minister P. Chidambaram presented in the Lok Sabha on Thursday.

'India's youth unaware of country's rich heritage'

February 24, 2013 at 11:23 AM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) India's youth is unaware of the country's rich culture and heritage, rues Umang Hutheesing, a noted fashion expert who has worked with leading foreign luxury names such as Yves Saint Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld.

US announces Fulbright-Nehru fellowships

February 19, 2013 at 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The annual competition for Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright fellowship opportunities has opened for study, research, teaching and professional development in the US.

Sonia Gandhi's family involved in chopper scam: Subramaniam Swamy

February 17, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Patna, Feb. 17 (ANI): Janata Party president Subramanian Swamy on Sunday alleged that the UPA Government doesn't want the truth behind the alleged corruption in Agusta Westland deal to come out because Congress president Sonia Gandhi's family is involved in the deal.

India lose to Palestine in football friendly

February 6, 2013 at 10:27 PM

Kochi, Feb 6 (IANS) Playing their first international match at home after the Nehru Cup win, India lost 2-4 to Palestine in a football friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here Wednesday.

Ashok Singhal compares Modi with Nehru

February 6, 2013 at 4:19 PM

Allahabad, Feb 6 (IANS) Comparing Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi with India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru, Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Ashok Singhal Wednesday said the public demand that Modi be made prime minister reminded him of Nehru.

India-Palestine friendly on iStream

February 6, 2013 at 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The India-Palestine international football friendly, slated for Wednesday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi, will be streamed live on iStream.

Shift from club to international football crucial: Chhetri

February 5, 2013 at 8:59 PM

Kochi, Feb 5 (IANS) India captain Sunil Chhetri said the transition from club to international football will be crucial as his team takes on Palestine in a friendly here Wednesday.

Delhi sees heaviest winter rainfall in six years

February 5, 2013 at 1:50 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) The capital received the heaviest rainfall of the winter season since Monday breaking a six-year-old record. The showers due to western disturbance are likely to bring down the temperature, the weatherman said Tuesday.

Delhi rained out, waterlogged

February 5, 2013 at 10:38 AM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Commuters in the national capital and its suburbs had a harrowing time Tuesday with several key roads waterlogged following heavy rains that saw the minimum temperature settling five notches above average at 13.5 degrees Celsius.

Abducted man from Delhi shot at, dumped in Gurgaon

January 31, 2013 at 8:14 PM

Gurgaon, Jan 31 (IANS) A 32-year-old man kidnapped from Delhi late Wednesday was shot at and dumped near Badshahpur area here, police said Thursday.

We should study sociology of sanitation: Academics

January 30, 2013 at 7:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) In a bid to better understand how the division between the sacred and the profane works out among social groups in India, a group of academics has recommended that the "sociology of sanitation" be studied at college and university.

Youth can help tackle complex challenges, says PM

January 28, 2013 at 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) The country can address most complex challenges if the youth channelised their energies in a positive direction, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday.

Peace should be India, Pakistan's strategic objective: Tharoor

January 24, 2013 at 6:48 PM

Jaipur, Jan 24 (IANS) Diplomat-turned-politician Shashi Tharoor harked back to foreign policy - his former domain - at the DSC Jaipur Literature Festival when he put the possibility of peace between India and Pakistan under the microscope at a session "Inside The Game, Outside the Game" here Thursday.

Indian scientist wins Chinese award

January 24, 2013 at 12:08 AM

Beijing, Jan 23 (IANS) Three scientists from India, Germany and Russia won the 2012 Award for International Scientific Cooperation at the China's top science academy Wednesday, Xinhua reported.

Karnataka budget day fixed, BJP waits for Yeddyurappa to srike

January 22, 2013 at 11:12 AM

Bangalore, Jan 22 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar is readying to present his maiden budget Feb 8 amid claims from former BJP leader B.S. Yeddyurappa's supporters that four ministers and 15 legislators will quit Jan 23 to pull down the government.

All work, no play for Congress delegates (Snippets)

January 20, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Jaipur, Jan 20 (IANS) The around 350 visiting Congress delegates at the Chintan Shivir here missed an opportunity to go sightseeing in the Pink City or watch a cultural show as they were "too busy".

Highlights of PM Manmohan Singh's address at Jaipur Chitan Shivir

January 20, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Jaipur, Jan.20 (ANI): Following are the highlights of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's address on Sunday, the concluding day of the Congress Party's three-day Chitan Shivir. He was speaking at a meeting of the All India Congress Committee (AICC).

'Gender discrimination in India worse than sub-Saharan Africa'

January 19, 2013 at 6:09 PM

Aligarh, Jan 19 (IANS) Discrimination against women in India was higher than even the poorest Sub-Saharan countries in Africa, said noted economist Prabhat Patnaik here Saturday.

Delhi High Court bars hawkers at Nehru Place

January 19, 2013 at 1:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Saturday dismissed the petition of a hawker, making it clear that no one was permitted to hawk or vend in the open areas of Nehru Place in the national capital, marked a "No Hawking Zone".

CCEA extends urban renewal mission till March 2014

January 17, 2013 at 7:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) Thursday approved the continuation of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) to sanction new projects and conduct capacity building activities till March 31, 2014.

India thrash England by 127 runs

January 15, 2013 at 7:13 PM

Kochi, Jan 15 (IANS) India levelled the five match ODI series against England 1-1 with a convincing 127-run win at the Nehru Stadium here Tuesday.

Scoreboard of India's innings against England

January 15, 2013 at 5:29 PM

Kochi, Jan 15 (IANS) Scoreboard of India's innings against England in the second One-day International against England at the Nehru Stadium here Tuesday.

Dhoni, Jadeja power India to 285/6

January 15, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Kochi, Jan 15 (IANS) A 96-run partnership for the sixth wicket between captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni (72) and Ravindra Jadeja (61 not out) powered India to 285 for six against England in the second ODI at the Nehru Stadium here Tuesday.

Kochi ODI: India wins toss, opts to bat

January 15, 2013 at 11:53 AM

Kochi, Jan 15 (IANS) India won the toss and opted to bat in their second one-day international against England at the Nehru Stadium here Tuesday.

Kochi ODI could be a sell-out

January 14, 2013 at 1:45 PM

Kochi, Jan 14 (IANS) Tickets for the second ODI between India and England here slated for Tuesday are selling like the proverbial hotcakes and the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) is hopeful that the match would be sold out.

Sreesanth not to watch Kochi ODI

January 13, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Kochi, Jan 13 (IANS) Pace bowler S. Sreesanth has decided to keep away from the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium here when India take on England in the second One-Day International (ODI).

India-Palestine friendly might shift to Delhi

January 12, 2013 at 6:17 PM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Due to a bad-pitch in Guwahati, the international football friendly between India and Palestine slated for Feb 6 may be shifted to the national capital.

Judicial reforms should be at centre stage in fast transforming world in which we live: Mukherjee

January 12, 2013 at 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan.12 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday said judicial reforms should be at the centre stage in the fast transforming world in which we live.

I-League: ONGC take on Pailan Arrows

January 4, 2013 at 1:35 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Both ONGC and Pailan Arrows will be looking to consolidate their position in the mid-table when they clash in their 14th round I-League match at the Ambedkar stadium here Saturday.

Karunanidhi nominates M K Stalin as DMK successor after him

January 3, 2013 at 4:31 PM

Chennai, Jan. 3 (ANI): Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam (DMK) patriarch M. Karunanidhi on Thursday announced publicly that his third son, M K Stalin will be the next party chief after his death.

PM calls for scientific approach to settle 'complex issues'

January 3, 2013 at 2:15 PM

Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday called for a scientific approach to dealing with contentious issues such as genetically modified food and nuclear energy.

Increasing threat to Karnataka government's survival

January 3, 2013 at 12:15 PM

Bangalore, Jan 3 (IANS) The survival of the BJP government in Karnataka till the assembly polls in May appears doubtful as former leader B.S. Yeddyurappa and his supporters in the BJP are expected to make a decisive move Friday to pull it down at the earliest.

President pays tribute to freedom fighter, educationist

December 30, 2012 at 8:53 PM

Mumbai, Dec 30 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Sunday paid rich tributes to freedom fighter, educationist and founder of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan K.M. Munshi after inaugurating the platinum jubilee celebrations of the institute here.

Hundreds continue protest at Jantar Mantar, braving winter cold

December 29, 2012 at 11:01 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) Braving the bitter cold, a few hundred people continued their protest Saturday night at Jantar Mantar over the death of a 23-year-old gang-rape victim.

JNU students protest silently in Munirka

December 29, 2012 at 1:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) Students and teachers of Jawaharlal Nehru University gathered in silence at the Munirka bus-stop in south Delhi from where the gang-rape victim, who passed away in a Singapore hospital Friday, was picked up on the night of Dec 16.

Congress 128th Foundation Day, a moment of pride: Dwivedi

December 28, 2012 at 7:49 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai, Dec.28 (ANI): Congress general secretary Janardan Dwivedi on Friday described the celebrations of the party's 128th Foundation Day on Friday as a moment of pride for all leaders and activists.

Government is committee to make Delhi hunger free city Prof. Walia

December 26, 2012 at 11:42 AM

Delhi Social Welfare, WCD Minister Prof. Kiran Walia has said that Government has been implementing various social sector schemes across the city. The Government is committed to make Delhi a hunger free city. She was speaking on the occasion of inauguration of Aapki Rasoi was opened at Nehru Nagar, near Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi.

Motorcycle stalled when Tomar was set to leave

December 25, 2012 at 8:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) If Subhash Chand Tomar's motorcycle had not been repaired Sunday morning, it is possible the Delhi Police constable may be alive today.

I-League: ONGC beat Shillong

December 22, 2012 at 6:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) In his first match as coach of ONGC, Santosh Kashyap guided his team to an emphatic 3-0 win over fancied Shillong Lajong FC in a 12th round I-League match at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium here Saturday

Modi's success can deepen BJP's divisive image (Comment)

December 20, 2012 at 4:45 PM

The three-dimensional images of himself which Narendra Modi projected simultaneously in several cities during the election campaign in Gujarat have been further boosted by the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) success in crossing the firewall of 117 seats which it won five years ago.

Chinese daily blames India for 1962 war

December 13, 2012 at 11:20 AM

Beijing, Dec 13 (IANS) China was "forced into a counterattack" in the 1962 war with India, said a state-run Chinese daily, blaming New Delhi for initiating "a forward policy of sending troops and border patrols into disputed areas".

India drawn with hosts Myanmar in Challenge Cup qualifiers

December 11, 2012 at 5:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Nehru Cup soccer champions India have been clubbed with hosts Myanmar, Chinese Taipei and Guam in Group A of the AFC Challenge Cup 2014 qualifiers.

India has to accept China's presence in 'exclusive' areas: Khurshid

December 10, 2012 at 3:12 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) India will have to accept the "new reality" of China's presence in areas it considers exclusive as it converts the relationship into a "meaningful partnership", External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said Monday, while stressing that greater collaboration between the two would define Asia's role in the 21st century.

Pune FC look to extend dominance over Salgaocar

December 8, 2012 at 6:28 PM

Fatorda (Margao), Dec 8 (IANS) Pune FC will look forward to extend their stranglehold over Salgaocar FC in the I-League on their happy hunting ground at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here Sunday.

Top scientist bats for higher research funding

December 6, 2012 at 9:24 PM

Bangalore, Dec 6 (IANS) C.N.R. Rao, chairman of the science advisory council to the prime minister, was in discussions with the central government to increase funding to enhance research output, Planning Commission member and space scientist K. Kasturirangan said here Thursday.

Case registered over Maharashtra radio blast

December 2, 2012 at 8:35 PM

Beed (Maharashtra), Dec 2 (IANS) A first information report was registered Sunday against unidentified people in connection with an explosion in a transistor radio in Maharashtra's Beed district.

NIA, ATS probing transistor blast in Maharashtra

December 1, 2012 at 8:27 PM

Beed (Maharashtra), Dec 1 (IANS) Not ruling out a terror dry-run, National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) teams have started probing into the transistor explosion in Maharashtra's Beed district Friday.

Edwina, Nehru had a spiritual relationship: daughter

December 1, 2012 at 7:55 PM

New Delhi, Dec 1 (IANS) Edwina Mountbatten enjoyed a close and warm relationship with Jawaharlal Nehru but it was spiritual and intellectual, not a sexual one, says the lady's daughter Pamela Hicks.

Sports Ministry initiates skill development plan for youth in naxal-hit areas

November 29, 2012 at 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 29 (ANI): Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Jitendra Singh has said that the Ministry through its youth based flagship organisation Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) has initiated a pilot project namely Youth Employability Skill (YES) project with the objective to enhance the employability of youth by running a variety of employable skill based training courses through recognized Vocational Training Providers (VTPs) for rural youth and youth club members in the states of north eastern region and Jammu and Kashmir.

CAG now finds fault with urban infrastructure renewal

November 29, 2012 at 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) India's official auditor has found several lapses in the government's urban infrastructure development scheme, the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission.

Indonesia students get a taste of Indian culture

November 29, 2012 at 5:59 PM

Jakarta, Nov 29 (IANS) Indonesians from the historic city of Yogyakarta were treated to a scintillating dance performance by artistes from Manipur at a cultural programme held by the Jawaharlal Nehru Indian Cultural Centre.

Boris Johnson warns UK of 'foreign universities eating our Indian lunch' over tough visa policies

November 27, 2012 at 2:14 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 27 (ANI): London Mayor Boris Johnson has launched a spirited attack on the country's immigration policy, claiming ministers were causing 'unnecessary alarm' with tough rules, which could deter foreign students from coming to the UK.

Left Front hamstrung by Leninist dogma: Ramachandra Guha

November 22, 2012 at 2:18 PM

New Delhi, Nov 22 (IANS) The Left Front in India is caught in a 19th century view of the world, says historian Ramachandra Guha.

Sadbhawana Yatra organized on birth anniversary of Indira Gandhi

November 19, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Ramesh Dutta, former Mayor of Delhi and Chief Organizer, Nehru Brigade today started Sadbhawana Yatra on the birth anniversary of late Prime Minister of India, Mrs. Indira Gandhi.

Hema postpones Jaya Smriti

November 18, 2012 at 7:07 PM

Mumbai, Nov 18 (IANS) Bollywood actress and acclaimed bharatanatyam dancer Hema Malini has postponed Jaya Smriti, an annual dance extravaganza organised by her, following the demise of Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray.

Trinidad took Nehru's help to regain US?controlled bases

November 18, 2012 at 2:19 PM

Port of Spain, Nov 18 (IANS) Eric Williams, the first prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago, had sought the assistance of India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru to regain US?controlled bases in the Caribbean nation, a top politician said.

See India through Kulwant Roy's lens at NGMA (With Image)

November 15, 2012 at 2:42 PM

New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) An old black-and-white photograph of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India, signing an autograph for a young man in 1941, while the country was still under British rule, draws the viewer to take a closer look.