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Stapled visas by China not valid for travel: MEASubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 19:25 IST

In a rebuff to China,India made it clear that any paper visa 'stapled' to the passport in separate sheets rather than pasted will be treated as invalid for travel out of the country.

Police equally responsible for Manu Sharma parole: Delhi govtSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 19:10 IST

The Delhi government rejected police's claim that Manu Sharma was granted parole despite their adverse remarks,saying their report was 'not clear'.

Plug gaps in coastal security,Antony tells Navy,CGSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 19:01 IST

Defence Minister A K Antony carried out an in-depth review of coastal security mechanism put in place post-26/11.

Delhi Metro crosses border,enters NoidaSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:55 IST

Delhi Metro crossed the capital for the first time as a brand new train chugged into Noida.

ED focus on Mumbai-based firm to track Koda’s moneySubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:47 IST

Mumbai based Balaji Bullion has emerged as one of the focal points for the multi-agency investigations into the Rs 2,000 crore illegal investment and hawala scam.

India to press for Headley’s extraditionSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:35 IST

National Investigative Agency has registered a case against suspected terrorist David Headley in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

SC rebukes states for frivolous litigationsSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:10 IST

The SC has castigated state govts and statutory authorities for indulging in frivolous cases in courts to defend their irresponsible behaviour.

No record of Headley’s visit to UP: policeSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:08 IST

Uttar Pradesh police said that it has found no record of the visit by American terror suspect David Coleman Headley to the state.

Will use full force to protect Indian students: RuddSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 18:05 IST

Australian PM Kevin Rudd said his government is committed to taking every 'physically possible' step to ensure that all international students in his country remain safe.

Maya defends Noida statuesSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 17:56 IST

UP CM Mayawati said that the controversial memorial for BR Ambedkar and BSP founder Kansi Ram being built in Noida was a symbol of respect for the Dalit icons.

UPSC favours Aptitude Test over Civil Service Prelim ExamSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 16:36 IST

With a view to focus on aptitude of candidates to meet challenges of demanding life in civil services,the UPSC advocated replacing the existing Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination with an Aptitude Test.

Elite B-school students back in radar of finance cosSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 16:34 IST

After a year long slump due to global meltdown,first year students of elite B-schools are back in the radar of companies in finance and banking sectors which are now hiring them for summer internship programmes.

Australian govt not ensuring safety of Indian students: FISASubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 16:17 IST

A prominent organisation championing the cause of safety of Indian students in Australia has alleged that the government there was not taking prompt action to check such incidents.

Constellation of satellites needed for disaster management: ISROSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 15:37 IST

There is a need of a constellation of satellites with multisectoral sensors to predict,mitigate and manage disasters.

J-K BJP demands arrest of Kashmir University VCSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 15:31 IST

BJP demanded immediate arrest and dismissal of VC of Kashmir University,alleging that the campus had become a den of anti-national activities.

10 injured in police action in JammuSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 15:13 IST

Ten employees of Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation,who were in a rally demanding implementation of sixth pay panel,were injured on Thursday when police resorted to lathicharge and tear gassing to disperse them.

45 quintals of explosives meant for Maoists seizedSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 15:01 IST

About 45 quintals of explosives meant for Maoists were seized by the Special Task Force of Bihar police from two places in naxal-hit Gaya district.

‘Russia keen to build more nuclear reactors for India’Subscriber Only

November 12, 2009 14:49 IST

Russia,currently assisting India in the construction of two 1,000 MWe nuclear power reactors at Koodankulam nuclear plant in this district,is negotiating with New Delhi to build more reactors.

Many Naxalites have joined us: MamataSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 14:04 IST

Welcoming the return of a section of Naxalites to main stream politics,Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said the role reversal would strengthen the democratic system in the country.

Assam,Meghalaya to resolve boundary disputeSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 13:28 IST

Meghalaya and Assam have agreed for a policy of "give and take" to resolve the long-pending boundary dispute without hurting the sentiments of the people of both the states.

Srinagar continues to reel under intense coldSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 13:12 IST

Kashmir valley continued to shiver under the grip of intense cold as night temperatures further dipped by a few notches after a day's respite.

Help us in developing India: Vayalar Ravi to Indian AmericansSubscriber Only

November 12, 2009 12:21 IST

Union Minister of Overseas Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi has urged the Indian American community here to lend their elping hand in developing the country.