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Preparations for colourful camel and desert festivals begin
Preparations are afoot for the famous festivals of Rajasthan, attended by thousands of foreign and domestic tourists, to be held in January and February next year. The annual colourful event 'camel festival' would be held in Bikaner in January whereas the...
Sri Murali prays for supporter's stable future
The actor was quick to take to Twitter to express his relief on knowing that the girl was out of danger.
Ageing process can be reversed, say scientists
Restoring communication reverses the ageing process, at least in mammals, finds a new study.
Former Rajasthan Agriculture minister Harjiram Burdak dies
A former Rajasthan Agriculture minister Harjiram Burdak died in Jaipur on Friday. 84-year-old Burdak, ill for some time and admitted to SMS hospital, breathed his last past midnight, family sources said.
Uttarakhand to lead other states in implementing Lokayukta based on Lokpal
Hailing the passage of Lokpal Bill as historic, Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna on Thursday said Uttarakhand will be the first state to implement a Lokayukta Act based on the anti-corruption law passed by the Parliament.
Another controversy over Taslima, TV serial postponed
The minority groups have already forced the channel to withdraw all hoardings about the serial which has Taslima's name and photographs.
Charges framed against minister Shyam Razak for attacking a cop 26 years ago
Charges against Bihar minister Shyam Razak were on Thursday framed in a 26-year-old case of attacking policemen by a district court in Patna.
Pakistan appoints Abdul Basit as new High Commissioner to India
Pakistan initially selected Syed Abbas as the new envoy to Delhi but changed its mind as he was too junior for the crucial posting.
Full text: Devyani Khobragade's letter to her colleagues
Following the incident, privileges given to the US diplomats in India were pared down, including withdrawal of diplomatic ID cards issued by the Indian government.
Disaster management officers deserve salary hike for their good work, says Vijay Bahuguna
District disaster management officers in Uttarakhand, which was hit by a major natural disaster in June this year, will now be paid better and have better resources at their disposal.
American media, public say Devyani Khobragade is wrong
According to the US media, what Devyani has allegedly done is a clear violation of the US laws and she should be punished for it.
61-year-old barefoot woman wins 3-km race at Baramati marathon
Latha Bhagwan Kare said she felt "a little awkward" at the starting line as the other participants were staring at her outfit.
'Sholay 3D' trailer: Gabbar's thunderous laugh can still scare you
The original was released in 1975. Directed by Ramesh Sippy, it was the highest grossing film of that year.
Lokpal now a step away from reality as Parliament passes Bill
The Bill was passed by voice vote amid din created by Seemandhra MPs who were protesting against division of Andhra Pradesh.
Kejriwal did not discharge duty of disciple: Ramdev
When asked about government formation in Delhi, Ramdev said the way Kejriwal was shying away from forming government was not correct.
Govt likely to give post-retirement benefits to Anganwadi sevikas
The Jharkhand government would soon take a decision on giving post-retirement benefits to Anganwadi sevikas.