Sunday, January 23, 2011

Maoists gun down three villagers in West Bengal

Maoists gun down three villagers in West Bengal

Maoists gun down three villagers in West Bengal

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Three persons were shot dead and one other injured when suspected Maoists opened fire at the marketplace at Rameshwarpur village in West Bengal's West Midnapore district on Sunday.


India spent over $1.5 mn on US lobbying in 2010

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With the US holding key to a vast number of issues affecting India and its corporates, the Indian government and companies together spent over USD 1.5 million last year on lobbying in the American power corridors.


Govt’s reaction on Ekta Yatra ‘disproportionate’: BJP

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The BJP is in no mood to back off from its controversial Ekta Yatra. Even after the Prime Minister's intervention and strong words from the Omar Abdullah government, the party plans to hold its tricolour hoisting ceremony in Srinagar, calling the Government's move a 'disproportionate and panic reaction'.


Ekta Yatra: Train with BJP activists halted, sent back

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In what appears as the Government's attempt to crackdown on BJP's Ekta Yatra, late on Saturday night, a train filled with 2000 BJP activists bound for Jammu was sent back to Karnataka from Ahmadnagar on the Karnataka-Maharashtra border.


Indian fisherman allegedly drowned by Lankan navy

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Just days after row over alleged firing on Indian fishermen by the Lankan navy, come reports that an Indian fisherman was killed mid-sea, allegedly by the Lankan navy. Jayakumar, a fisherman from Tamil Nadu, was allegedly pushed into water and strangulated by Lankan navy. Jayakumar reportedly did not know swimming.


Yeddyurappa brings battle against Governor to Delhi

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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa is bringing his battle with Governor H R Bhardwaj to Delhi now. He arrived in the national capital on Sunday afternoon and is on his way to meet the party leaders.


Now, companies retain talent with fancy designations

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The next time you come across a Chief Belief Officer or a First Impression Executive or a Cost Kill Analyst, don't be surprised. For many companies are offering fancy designations to employees, which not only makes them feel good but also help retain talent, according to HR experts.


After 21 years in exile, Kashmiri Pandits focus on raising numbers

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For the first time after completing an exile of 21 years, Kashmiri Pandits are taking steps towards arresting the decline in their population by reverting to the norm of at least three children per family to multiply their population and preserve the gene pool.


Jaipur Lit-fest: Bollywood comes calling

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It was a trip down the melody lane as three of Bollywood's finest lyricists - Gulzar, Javed Akhtar and Prasoon Joshi - discussed the tradition and emerging trends of Hindi film songs at the Jaipur Literature festival. People were reminded of songs that have regaled generations.


Cold wave ruins pulse crop, farmers struggle

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At a time when food prices are hitting the roof, a fall in supply can spell a disaster. Gadarwara in Madhya Pradesh - one of the largest wholesale markets for pulses - is facing a similar situation. The bustling market wears an unusual silence.


2G scam: CPI backs down on JPC demand

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2G scam: While the Budget session of Parliament is all set to start in February, the big worry for the Government is that the Opposition protests could well paralyse Parliament all over again during the forthcoming session.


Flag yatra: Prime Minister appeals, BJP rejects

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Jammu and Kashmir is bracing for a showdown over the BJP's Ekta Yatra. The party plans to hoist the national flag at Srinagar's Lal Chowk, and the government is doing all it can to maintain peace in the city. At Lal Chowk, security has been stepped up after BJP workers tried to put up posters on Saturday night. Police also arrested six BJP activists and a crackdown has also been launched against the separatists for their proposed counter march to Lal Chowk.


Join Maoists if no faith in democracy: Pranab to Opposition

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2G scam: On the continuing stalemate over 2G spectrum scam , Finance Minister and the Government's chief troubleshooter Pranab Mukherjee launched a scathing attack on the Opposition on Saturday.


Prime Minister calls for restraint ahead of Republic Day

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The Prime Minister in his statement said that the Republic Day is a solemn occasion when we, the citizens of India, commemorate our proud republic's founding. It is a day that joins all Indians in a shared celebration of modern nationhood.


Mamata meets Sonia; Fuel price hike on agenda?

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It is believed that Mamata Banerjee expressed her unhappiness over the recent fuel price hike in her meeting with Sonia Gandhi, a speculation that strengthened after the new Petroleum Minister S Jaipal Reddy met Sonia soon after Mamata left.


Don’t use Republic Day to score points: PM on BJP's flag hoisting plans

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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today stepped into the raging controversy over the BJP's Ekta Yatra to Jammu and Kashmir to try and hoist the national flag at Lal Chowk in Srinagar.


Karnataka Governor's press communique on sanction to prosecute Yeddyurappa

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The Raj Bhavan released a press communique citing the reasons for the Governor HR Bhardwaj sanctioning the prosecution against Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa.


Sukna land scam: 2-year seniority loss for Lt General P K Rath

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Army Court Martial has ordered a two-year seniority loss for Lieutenant General Rath, and has ordered 15 years of loss of service for pension. Rath, A serving Lieutenant General of the Indian Army was court martialled in the Sukna land scam case on Friday.


Yeddyurappa slams Governor, calls him an 'agent of the Congress & JD(S)'

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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa lashed out at Governor H R Bhardwaj, accusing him of "acting as an agent of the Congress/JD(S)".


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