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Give states incentive for retaining forest cover: RameshSubscriber Only

October 31, 2009 09:21 IST

MoS for Environment and Forests,Jairam Ramesh,has said that the primary responsibility for reducing global warming lies with the developed countries.

Govt decides to shift oil depots beyond city limitsSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 21:20 IST

In the wake of the devastating IOC depot fire,the Government of Rajasthan decided to shift oil depots situated in densely populated localities beyond the citys limits.

IAF signed contract for 5th generation fighter jet with RussiaSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 21:16 IST

In a bid to add more teeth to its existing armoury,Indian Air Force has signed a contract with Russia recently to procure the fifth generation fighter aircraft under its modernisation programme.

Not against dialogue on Kashmir issue: GeelaniSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 20:13 IST

Chairman of Hardline faction of Hurriyat Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani today said he was not against the dialogue process on Kashmir issue but it should be aimed at finding a permanent solution.

Dikshit promises steps to allay fear of NE studentsSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:39 IST

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit promised to initiate appropriate steps to allay security concerns of north-east people in the city.

Clean chit to software,but not to DDA officials yetSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:34 IST

Delhi Police said a government agency has given a clean chit to the software used for draw of lots for DDA Housing Scheme.

BJP to form third front in BengalSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:32 IST

The BJP said that it would form a third front before the 2011 assembly election in West Bengal.

BJP attacks Delhi govt over threat to cancel plots to industriesSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:32 IST

BJP attacked the Delhi Govt for threatening to cancel the allotments of the enterprises which had not commenced operations at the new plots handed over to them under a re-settlement scheme.

Clean chit to 2 Air India pilots accused of sexual harassmentSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:28 IST

An Air India probe panel gave a clean chit to two pilots who were charged with sexual harassment by an airhostess in the wake of a mid-air scuffle between them during a flight from Sharjah earlier this month.

Pilot killed in chopper crash,search on for the restSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:26 IST

The pilot of an IAF chopper was killed and three other personnel on board were feared dead when the MI-17 helicopter crashed into Chenab river in Doda.

Talks with Pak difficult till terror set up not dismantled: CongressSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 19:03 IST

Congress said unless Pakistan dismantles the infrastructure for terror,it is difficult to create an atmosphere for talks.

SC notice to states on plea to ban free sale of acidSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 18:37 IST

The SC sought a response from state governments and UTs on the possibility of banning free sale of acid.

NE people have every right to live anywhere India: ChidambaramSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 17:56 IST

Home Minister said people from northeast have every right to live and work anywhere in the country and entitled to equal respect.

No talks with Maoists in atmosphere of violence: PCSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 17:23 IST

The Centre said it will persuade the state governments to talk to the Maoists on aspects like land reforms and land acquisitions if they stop violence.

Rahul Gandhi not target of US LeT operative: ChidambaramSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 17:21 IST

The mysterious 'Rahul' figuring as a target of US national held for having Lashkar links is not Congress leader Rahul Gandhi,suggested Chidambaram.

Attempt to block Buddha’s convoy foiledSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 17:05 IST

An attempt to block movement of West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's convoy by few students was foiled.

BJP should strengthen Hindutva ideology,says ThackeraySubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 17:02 IST

With the saffron alliance buffeted by electoral reverses,Shiv Sena patriarch Bal Thackeray asked the BJP to strengthen Hindutva ideology.

Ready to return home if safety assured: MF HusainSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 16:58 IST

With Indian govt contemplating approaching the SC for fast disposal of cases against him,veteran Indian artist M F Husain,says he's ready to come back.

India ready to face any Taliban threat: Army ChiefSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 16:54 IST

Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor said that asymmetric warfare where non-state actors post threats was a 'matter of concern'.

Infiltration bid foiled,two intruders shot dead in J-KSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 15:39 IST

The two heavily-armed infiltrators were confronted by the army when they were trying to sneak into Gurez sector.

Govt bans pre-paid mobile phone connections in J-KSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 14:47 IST

Home ministry has decided that no fresh pre-paid mobile connections should be issued and existing pre-paid SIM cards should not be renewed in the state after Nov 1.

Police reforms have not received proper attention: PMSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 13:21 IST

Police reforms is something that has not received the attention it does deserve,said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the capital.

Fire at IOC depot has to die down on its own: DeoraSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 13:07 IST

Petroleum Minister Murli Deora said the fire at IOC fuel depot has to die down on its own and there was 'no other solution' to douse the leaping flames.

Jaipur blaze: High-level committee to probe IOC fireSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 12:51 IST

A high-level committee of the Petroleum Ministry will probe the causes behind the fire at the IOC fuel facility on the outskirts of.

Centre needs state cooperation to enforce law and order: PMSubscriber Only

October 30, 2009 12:18 IST

PM Manmohan Singh said that the Centre will work with all state governments regardless of their 'political complexion' for enforcing law and order.

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