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

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.

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.

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.

IOA delegates confident IOC will lift the ban

May 13, 2013 at 9:02 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Seeing the way the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is taking interest in Wednesday's meeting with them, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) delegates feel the ban on the national Olympic committee will soon be lifted.

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.

Rajya Sabha stalled again over coal allocation

May 7, 2013 at 11:12 AM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was Tuesday adjourned till noon as the BJP continued with its demand for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's resignation over irregularities in the allocation of coal blocks and other issues.

Sikhs in Malaysia angry at tonsuring act

May 4, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Singapore, May 4 (IANS) Sikhs in Malaysia are angry at members of the Democratic Action Party (DAP) for shaving their heads ahead of the country's May 5 general elections in protest against what they called money politics.

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.

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.

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".

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.

'UPA has blurred India's image internationally': Rajnath Singh on Sarabjit's death

May 2, 2013 at 7:48 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajnath Singh on Thursday lashed out at the Congress-led UPA Government for failing to take concrete step to secure the release of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh, who died in Pakistan.

Sarabjit's death result of petty-mindedness: B'wood celebs

May 2, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Mumbai, May 2 (IANS) "Petty-minded" politics took away the life of Sarabjit Singh, Bollywood filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar and veteran writer Javed Akhtar said, as Hindi film celebrities reacted strongly to the death of the Indian death row prisoner in Pakistan.

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.

Special aircraft to bring back Sarabjit's body

May 2, 2013 at 9:24 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde Thursday told the family of Sarabjit Singh who died in a Lahore hospital that his body would be flown back to India in a special aircraft.

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.

Pak medical panel says Sarabjit will continue to be treated in country

April 29, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Lahore, Apr. 29 (ANI): The four-member medical panel has said that Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh who was injured by fellow inmates, would continue to be treated in Pakistan.

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.

Security of Pakistani inmates in Tihar beefed up

April 27, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) The vigil has been stepped up in Tihar Jail to pre-empt any attack on Pakistani inmates in the wake of the brutal assault on Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh in a Pakistani jail.

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.

President, PM, vice president greet nation on Mahavir Jayanti

April 23, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Vice President Hamid Ansari Tuesday greeted the nation on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the last tirthankara (saint) of the Jains, which will be celebrated 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.

Big B wishes he could use Sidhu's quotes on KBC

April 19, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who unveiled former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu's website, sherryontop.com, minces no words in praising the quick-witted "young man" and said he would have loved to use his quotes on "Kaun Banega Crorepati" (KBC).

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

Finch fires Pune Warriors to first win in IPL-6 (Roundup)

April 11, 2013 at 11:32 PM

Pune, April 11 (IANS) Aaron Finch made his IPL-6 debut in style and powered Pune Warriors to a much needed victory against Rajasthan Royals at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Thursday.

Merkel vows support for India-EU FTA

April 11, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Berlin, Apr. 11 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday pledged Berlin's support to pave the way for an India-EU Free Trade Agreement.

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.

India, Germany likely to ink several pacts to boost bilateral cooperation

April 10, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Berlin, April 10 (ANI): India and Germany are likely to sign a host of agreements in the field of education, infrastructure , science and technology and energy on Thursday when delegations of both countries hold the second round of inter-governmental consultations.

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.

Gurgaon man found stabbed over a dozen times

April 7, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Gurgaon, April 7 (IANS) An unidentified man was murdered and his body with over a dozen stab wounds dumped near railway tracks in Gurgaon, police said Sunday.

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).

Iceland President to hold discussions with Manmohan Singh tomorrow

April 3, 2013 at 8:36 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 3 (ANI): The visiting President of Iceland, Dr. Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, will hold discussions with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh here on Thursday on a host of issues to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two nations.

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

Slowdown is temporary, will prove 'prophets of gloom' wrong: PM(Update/Prime Minister Manmohan Sing

April 3, 2013 at 12:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr 3 (ANI): Calling on industry leaders to partner the government in efforts to reverse the impact of economic slowdown and achieve higher economic growth, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said the slowdown in growth is a temporary and that his government would prove 'prophets of gloom' wrong.

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.

Over 1,800 sq km Himachal forests under weeds

April 2, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Shimla, April 2 (IANS) More than 1,800 sq km of forest area in Himachal is under a canopy of weed and lantana, a flowering exotic shrub, which is affecting the biodiversity of the state, Forest Minister Thakur Singh Bharmouri said Tuesday.

Chamel Singh's death: 'Let's wait for a detailed report', says Khurshid

April 1, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 1 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Monday said New Delhi will wait for a detailed report about the circumstances surrounding the death of Indian prisoner Chamel Singh before making any comment on the matter.

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.

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.

Cabinet agrees to bring down age of consent to 16

March 14, 2013 at 7:10 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) The cabinet Thursday cleared the anti-rape bill by agreeing to replace the word "sexual assault" with "rape" and reducing the age of consent from 18 to 16 years, informed sources said.

'Lootera' first look launch at Liberty Cinema

March 13, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) The first look of director Vikramaditya Motwani's period film "Lootera" will be launched Friday at the Liberty Cinema here, known for its old-world charm.

PM warns Italy of 'consequences' if marines don't return

March 13, 2013 at 1:26 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh warned Italy Wednesday of "consequences" if its two marines charged with killing two Indian fishermen don't return to face the Indian law.

Pooja Misrra celebrates birthday on 'Welcome'

March 12, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) VJ Pooja Misrra, who grabbed attention for her weird getup and fights on the fifth season of "Bigg Boss", will now be seen in "Welcome: Baazi Mehmaan Naawazi Ki".

Ram Singh's death will not affect case: Cops

March 12, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) The death of Ram Singh, the alleged prime accused of the Dec 16, 2012 Delhi gang-rape, would not affect the case, said police Tuesday.

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.

Ram Singh, Delhi gang-rape principal accuesd, commits suicide(Afternoon Lead)

March 11, 2013 at 2:27 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Ram Singh, the man who was believed to be the principal perpetrator of the Dec 16 gang-rape in the capital, reportedly committed suicide in Delhi's high security Tihar Jail Monday, police said. His family alleged he was murdered.

One mln women to walk into record books to mark Int'l Women's Day in Malaysia

March 10, 2013 at 4:43 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 10 (ANI): With an aim to mark International Women's Day, a million women will walk into the records book with a street gathering in Putrajaya and similar events at 14 other locations nationwide on March 17.

Bike-borne students try to run over cop in Lucknow

March 9, 2013 at 11:31 PM

Lucknow, March 9 (IANS) In a shocking incident, three bike-borne students tried to run over a police sub-inspector in the heart of the state capital Saturday when he sought to check their vehicle papers, police said. Two of them were arrested.

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 in attack mode, says 'men of envy' disparage everything

March 8, 2013 at 3:07 PM

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