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Everything you need to know about P.a. Singh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about P.a. Singh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Aakanksha Singh's off screen camaraderie with Siddharth

June 15, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Mumbai, June 15 (IANS) TV actress Aakanksha Singh, who plays mother-in-law to actor Siddharth Arora's character Beera in "Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha 2", says off-screen too they behave as a typical 'saas' (mother-in-law) and 'damaad' (son-in-law).

Dhoni lauds Jadeja and Rohit Sharma, says 'enjoyment key to success'

June 14, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Birmingham (UK), June 14 (ANI): Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Friday lauded his teammates Ravindra Jadeja and Rohit Sharma, saying they are quick learners of the game and performing consistently.

Israel, Norway draw in UEFA U-21 championship opener

June 6, 2013 at 2:17 PM

Jerusalem, June 6 (IANS) Hosts Israel and Norway drew 2-2 in the opening match of the 2014 UEFA U-21 championship tournament here.

PM to CMs: Be firm with communal forces of all types

June 5, 2013 at 1:53 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday urged all chief ministers to firmly deal with communal forces as communal harmony was critical for the growth and prosperity of the country.

Advance monsoon session to debate bills: BJP

June 3, 2013 at 3:37 PM

Hyderabad, June 3 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants the monsoon session of parliament to be advanced in order to debate and pass the food security and land acquisition bills with some amendments.

BFI to host SABA Qualifying Round in Delhi

June 1, 2013 at 5:29 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) The Basketball Federation of India (BFI) will host the South Asian Basketball Association (SABA) qualifying round for men at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium here June 2-4.

India, Japan agree to accelerate nuclear deal negotiations

May 29, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Tokyo, May 29 (ANI): India and Japan on Wednesday agreed to "accelerate" negotiations for early conclusion of the much anticipated bilateral civil nuclear deal.

Stronger Japan, India in each other's interest: Shinzo Abe

May 29, 2013 at 6:04 PM

Tokyo, May 29 (IANS) Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Wednesday said a stronger Japan and India were in each other's interest and to ensure peace and prosperity in Asia.

SIT must probe Chhattisgarh attack: Rajnath Singh

May 27, 2013 at 10:52 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) A court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT) should investigate the killing of Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh, BJP president Rajnath Singh said Monday.

Manmohan Singh arrives in Tokyo, says 'enough scope for strengthening ties'

May 27, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Tokyo, May 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who arrived here on Monday evening on a three-day visit to Japan, said there is enough scope for further strengthening the ties between New Delhi and Tokyo.

Government will remove investment bottlenecks: PM

May 26, 2013 at 5:50 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Low investments, particularly in infrastructure sector, have been a "big bottleneck" to the Indian economy and holding up the growth, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has said, adding the government is trying to address the problem.

PM the laughing stock, social media is proof: BJP leader

May 25, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Panaji, May 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has become a laughing stock for the country and comments on the active social media world are proof of it, a BJP leader said here Friday.

IOC sets deadlines for suspended IOA

May 24, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Friday asked the suspended Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to amends its constitution by July 15 and hold fresh elections no later than Sep 1 for getting back to the Olympic fold.

No need to ban IPL, guilty will be punished: R.P.N. Singh

May 24, 2013 at 12:46 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Minister of State for Home Affairs R.P.N. Singh Friday said it would not be right to ban the Indian Premier League (IPL) in view of fresh revelations in the spot fixing scandal, and promised to act tough against guilty.

Manmohan Singh to present UPA II report card today

May 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh will present the report card of UPA-II today in which he is expected to list the schemes such as Direct Benefit Transfer and FDI in retail.

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.

A Mughlai treat for the Chinese premier in Delhi

May 20, 2013 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) A delectable ensemble of Mughlai dishes was on the lunch menu for visiting Chinese Premier Li Keqiang at the Hyderabad House here Monday.

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.

Karnataka CM meets Manmohan Singh

May 16, 2013 at 3:50 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister K. Siddaramaiah, who is on a visit to New Delhi, met Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh here today.

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.

Status quo for IOA, until free and fair elections are held

May 15, 2013 at 10:22 PM

Lausanne, May 15 (IANS) It's status quo for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Wednesday refused to lift its suspension until free and fair elections are held.

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.

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.

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.

'NH10' shoot pushed back: Rajkumar Yadav

May 11, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) Actor Rajkumar Yadav, who will soon be seen in Navdeep Singh's "NH10", says the film has been pushed back for now.

Prateik to woo 16-year-old in 'Isaaq' (With Image)

May 10, 2013 at 5:26 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Actor Prateik, who has gone underground to get a makeover for the upcoming film "Isaaq", will be romancing 16-year-old Amyra Dastur in the movie.

'I want to educate people about honour killings'

May 10, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Toronto, May 10 (IANS) An Indo-Canadian man serving a life sentence in a jail in Canada for murdering three people, including his sister, says he will educate people about honour killings if he is released from prison.

No more queues: Metro launches online recharge

May 9, 2013 at 4:40 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Commuters travelling in Delhi Metro will no longer have to stand in queues to recharge travel smart cards. They can recharge these online and get an update in add value machines (AVM) installed at Metro stations, an official said Thursday.

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.

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.

Malhotra names delegates for IOC meeting

May 3, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) A day after the suspended Indian Olympic Association (IOA), headed by Abhay Singh Chautala, announced its panel for the meeting with the International Olympic Committee to present its case for lifting the ban, the IOC-recognised IOA boss Vijay Kumar Malhotra named his delegation.

Sarabjit Singh cremated amid tears

May 3, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Bhikiwind (Punjab), May 3 (IANS) Sarabjit Singh, the Indian prisoner who died after a murderous attack in a Lahore jail, was cremated at his hometown here Friday amid jostling crowds of tearful mourners.

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".

Sarabjit was India's brave son, says 'deeply saddened' PM

May 2, 2013 at 2:20 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) A "deeply saddened" Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday condoled the passing way of Sarabjit Singh and termed him a brave son of India.

India reacts with anger, dismay over Sarabjit's death in Pakistan (Update/Sarabjit Singh/Death)

May 2, 2013 at 9:32 AM

New Delhi/Amritsar, May 2 (ANI): India on Thursday reacted with anger and dismay on hearing the news of death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh in Lahore's government-run Jinnah Hospital this morning.

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.

Investment of over USD 12 billion planned for airports: Ajit Singh

May 1, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Dubai, May 1 (ANI): Union Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh on Wednesday said recent initiatives and measures taken by the government, would give a boost to civil aviation in India.

Indian in US given jail for selling drugs

May 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM

New York, May 1 (IANS) An Indian in the American state of Indianapolis has been sentenced to three years in jail for selling drugs and is facing deportation to India after serving his sentence.

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.

India requests Pakistan to release Sarabjit Singh

April 29, 2013 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 29 (ANI): India on Monday requested Pakistan to take a sympathetic and humanitarian view of Sarabjit Singh's case and release him.

India to Pakistan: Release Sarabjit

April 29, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Appealing for Sarabjit Singh's release, India Monday asked Pakistan to take a "sympathetic and humanitarian" view on the Indian death row prisoner who is battling for life after being beaten in jail in Lahore.

Pakistan panel to decide whether Sarabjit will go abroad

April 29, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) A panel of experts will decide whether Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh, who suffered grievous injuries in an attack in Kot Lakhpat jail, should be sent abroad or a foreign neurosurgeon called here, a media report said Monday.

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.

Law minister will not resign: PM

April 27, 2013 at 1:48 PM

April 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday ruled out the resignation of Law Minister Ashwani Kumar.

Sarabjit's sister takes ill in Amritsar

April 27, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Amritsar, April 27 (IANS) Dalbir Kaur, sister of Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh, was Saturday advised rest by a doctor here after she complained of uneasiness and chest pain.

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 condoles passing away of Shamshad Begum (Update/Shamshad Begum)

April 24, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 24 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Wednesday expressed sadness over the demise of legendary singer Shamshad Begum.

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.

Indian economy to grow at 6.4 percent in 2013-14

April 23, 2013 at 1:24 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) India's economic growth will accelerate to 6.4 percent in the current financial year as compared to an estimated 5 percent expansion registered in the last fiscal, economic advisory panel to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Tuesday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Manmohan Singh returns from 'fruitful' visit to Germany

April 12, 2013 at 11:24 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh arrived here at 10.30 p.m. from a three-day "successful" and "fruitful" visit to Germany that saw the signing of six agreements and a strong commitment to conclude an India-EU free trade agreement.

PM arrives home after wrapping up three-day visit to Germany

April 12, 2013 at 10:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, arrived here on Friday after completing his three-day state visit to Germany.

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.

Himachal's loan liability is Rs.12,211.59 crore

April 9, 2013 at 7:17 PM

Shimla, April 9 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh's loan liability till February stood at Rs.12,211.59 crore, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said Tuesday.

Honey Singh faces fan frenzy in Dubai

April 9, 2013 at 6:29 PM

Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) Rapper-stage performer Honey Singh took to the stage in front of a crowd of over 20,000 fans in Dubai at a Holi concert last week. Apparently, a section of the fans couldn't control their excitement and jumped on to the stage to create a ruckus.

Manmohan Singh to pay bilateral visit to Germany

April 8, 2013 at 1:33 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 8 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, will be paying a bilateral visit to Berlin beginning on April 10 to participate in the second round of Inter Governmental Consultations with Germany.

Emotional outburst must not drown logic: PM

April 7, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday said sanity and logic should not be lost to emotional outbursts and shrill rhetoric.

PM chairs meeting on DBT, says 'Aadhaar should be available on demand'

April 5, 2013 at 9:01 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who chaired the meeting of National Committee on Direct Benefits Transfer (DBT) on Friday, said that Aadhaar should be available on demand.

'Rise Of The Zombies' was cakewalk for Kirti Kulhari

April 5, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, April 5 (IANS) Actress Kirti Kulhari, who plays Vinny, the zombie's girlfriend in "Rise Of The Zombies", says the role was a "cakewalk" as compared to her part in "Shaitan".

Government of India awaits anti-doping agency report on pugilist Vijender

April 4, 2013 at 3:08 PM

New Delhi, Apr 4 (ANI): Sports ministry is awaiting for the results after Olympic bronze medallist, Vijender Singh, accused of consuming heroin, submitted samples to the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).

Govt. and industry are partners in progress: Manmohan Singh

April 3, 2013 at 12:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr 3 (ANI): Asserting that government and industry have to be partners in India's growth story, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday

The current economic downturn is disappointing but temporary: PM tells India Inc

April 3, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday appealed the leaders of Indian industry to correct the investment environment in the country and justify their social responsibility voluntarily. It is really disappointing that the growth rate of the country had slowed down to five percent but the current economic downturn is temporary and the government was taking corrective measures to get back to eight percent growth, he added

Manmohan Singh confident of achieving 8 percent growth

April 3, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Apr 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said that he is confident of achieving eight percent economic growth despite a disappointing performance over the last couple of years.

India can get back to eight percent growth: PM

April 3, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) It was disappointing that growth had slowed to five percent but this was temporary and the government was taking corrective measures to get back to eight percent growth, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Government needs to correct investment environment: PM tells India Inc

April 3, 2013 at 11:40 AM

New Delhi, Apr 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday urged captains of Indian industry to correct the investment environment and reflect more carefully on their social responsibilities.

Downturn is temporary: PM

April 3, 2013 at 10:52 AM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) It was disappointing that growth had slowed down to five percent but this was temporary and the government was taking corrective measures to get back to eight percent growth, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Jeev set for Panasonic Open India debut

March 28, 2013 at 2:58 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) India's most successful golfer, Jeev Milkha Singh has signed up for his maiden appearance at the Panasonic Open India next week with the aim of finally winning his first Asian Tour title on home soil.

Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha launch first look of 'Lootera'

March 16, 2013 at 4:54 PM

New Delhi, March 16 (ANI): Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha, along with the cast and crew, unveiled the 'first look' of their upcoming movie 'Lootera' at a star-studded event in Mumbai.

India steadfast in its support to Nepal: PM

March 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday said India remains steadfast in its support to the people of Nepal in their effort to build a stable, democratic and prosperous country.

Ponty killing: Seven suspects sent to judicial custody

March 14, 2013 at 9:58 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) A Delhi court Thursday sent to judicial custody till March 28 seven accused, who earlier surrendered before the judge, in the murder of liquor baron Ponty Chadha and his brother Hardeep in November 2012.

10 years jail for Delhi minor's rapist

March 11, 2013 at 8:19 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) A Delhi court has jailed a man for 10 years for raping a minor girl in 2004 after luring her by offering to give her chocolates.

I have no links with drug dealers: Vijender

March 8, 2013 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) India's top boxer Vijender Singh Friday sought to distance himself from the massive drug haul during a raid at Zirakpur in Mohali and said he had no links with the drug dealer who was nabbed by the Punjab police.

PM rules out normal relations with Pak unless it curbs 'terror machine'

March 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 8 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Friday made it clear that normalisation of relations with Pakistan cannot take place unless the terror infrastructure there is dismantled.

Indian economy has potential to bounce back within three years: PM

March 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 8 (ANI): A confident Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Friday said the Indian economy will bounce back to the seven to eight percent growth rate path within three years.

PM attacks opposition, says 'men of envy' disparage everything

March 8, 2013 at 1:23 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Expressing confidence that growth would bounce back to 7-8 percent, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Friday that the opposition should be more objective in assessing the work of the government. An acerbic Manmohan Singh also said "men of envy" disparage everything.

Ponty killing: 7 accused surrender, sent to police custody

March 7, 2013 at 7:15 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Seven accused in the killing of liquor baron Ponty Chadha and his brother Hardeep in November 2012 surrendered Thursday before a Delhi court which sent them to seven days' police custody.

Mere PAC screening of loan waiver report not enough: BJP

March 7, 2013 at 5:47 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) A day after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh assured parliament that action will be taken in the irregularities reported in the loan waiver scheme, the BJP said mere examination of the CAG's report by a parliamentary committee will not be enough.

UPA will continue to focus on inclusive growth: PM

March 6, 2013 at 9:15 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 6 (ANI): Expressing concern over the current slowdown in industrial growth, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said the UPA Government will continue to focus on inclusive growth.

Aggressive Manmohan Singh says UPA did better than NDA

March 6, 2013 at 7:55 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) An unusually aggressive Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday took on the BJP saying the Congress-led UPA performed better than the BJP-led NDA.

PM condoles death of Hugo Chavez

March 6, 2013 at 12:11 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday condoled the death of Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez, saying the country has lost a charismatic leader who left a legacy of striving for social justice.

NRAI president comes down hard on Punjab government

March 5, 2013 at 7:31 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Raninder Singh Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Punjab government and accused it of using the state machinery to put pressure on the voters for the shooting body's annual elections slated for April 6.

UPA has put heavy economic burden on people, says BJP

March 2, 2013 at 6:43 PM

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IANS) Accusing the UPA government of putting the common man under unprecedented economic burden and and failing to tackle price rise, the BJP Saturday demanded a rollback of hike in prices of petroleum products and steps to bring down fertilizer prices.

Finance minister has done commendable job: PM

February 28, 2013 at 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday appreciated the union budget and said the finance minister had done a "commendable" job.

Today's audience rejects anything mediocre: Kirti Kulhari

February 24, 2013 at 1:31 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Actress Kirti Kulhari, who will soon be seen in "Rise Of The Zombie", feels introducing a new genre to modern-day audiences is challenging as they are bound to reject anything they find mediocre.

'Youth must aid nation building'

February 22, 2013 at 10:50 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) NGO workers and others gathered at a seminar Friday called on young people to aid national building and join the fight against corruption.

Prime minister seeks productive, constructive budget session

February 21, 2013 at 11:28 AM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Minutes before the budget session of parliament commenced, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday sought productive and constructive sittings of the two houses.

Stop atrocities against Scheduled Castes and tribes, says Minister Selja

February 20, 2013 at 7:53 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 20 (ANI): Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Kumari Selja on Wednesday said the government has always attached a very high priority to the effective implementation of the Prevention of Atrocities (PoA) against Schedule Castes (SCs) and Schedule Tribes (STs) Act to check atrocities against them.

Hero boost for Indian cycling

February 20, 2013 at 5:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) Hero Cycles, a unit of Hero Group, has decided to support Indian cyclists for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.

'We will respond to any request for information': Cameron on chopper deal probe

February 19, 2013 at 5:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 19 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday assured his Indian counterpart Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh that his nation will respond to any request for information sought by New Delhi regarding alleged corruption in Agusta Westland deal for 12 VVIP choppers with Italian company Finmeccanica.