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Moody's Includes Aussie Banks in List of Asian Lenders Most Vulnerable to EU Debt Crisis

Rating agency Moody's named on Tuesday banks in Australia and three other Asia Pacific nations as the most vulnerable in the region to Europe's debt crisis. The three others are lenders in New Zealand, Korea and Vietnam.

Feb 7, 2012

President Pratibha Patil's Speech on Eve of Republic Day

The President of India, Pratibha Patil, addressed the nation on the eve of the country's 63rd Republic Day. Speaking to the nation's billion-plus citizens, the President stressed on the fact that the "foremost priority is the removal of poverty, hunger and malnutrition, disease and illiteracy".

Jan 26, 2012

Oscar Awards 2012 Nominations Announced: Here is Complete List of Nominees

The 84th Academy Awards nominations have been announced. Billy Crystal will be hosting the Oscar award ceremony on February 26. Here is the list of Oscar Awards 2012 nominations.

Jan 25, 2012

Rupee Turns Lower in Afternoon Trade

The rupee came off its day's highs, to turn lower in afternoon trade on Wednesday, tailing euro, with oil buying and choppy domestic shares adding to the pressure.

Jan 18, 2012

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SOPA and PIPA Effect; Wikipedia Shuts Down Protesting the Legislation

Wikipedia and other popular websites turned their homepages into protest banners on Wednesday protesting the proposed U.S. anti-piracy legislation SOPA and PIPA.

Jan 18, 2012

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2012 predictions worth discussing

Predictions echoed New Year and on top of the list is Nouriel Roubini, star economist from the New York University, saying that recession will hit this year at 60% probability.

Jan 2, 2012

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India's Aakash Tablet Vs UbiSlate 7: Clash of Ultra Low-Budget Tablets

After the price wars in tablet territory, the feature battles determine the ultimate winner in the race to be the best low-cost tablet in the Indian market today. Here is a comparison of the Aakash and the Aakash 2, also called UbiSlate 7.

Dec 21, 2011

Top Actresses of Foreign Origin in Bollywood

The trend, in recent years, of casting actresses and models from some of the more exotic countries from around the world has been steadily increasing.

Dec 16, 2011

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Fourth Edition of Bangalore International Film Festival Starts

The fourth edition of the Bangalore International Film Festival (BIFF) began in the city on Thursday. The event was inaugurated by Chief Minister of Karnataka, D.V. Sadananda Gowda. The event itself will conclude on Dec. 22.

Dec 16, 2011

India Gold Expected to Fall Due to Weak Equity Markets

Gold futures, which hit their lowest level in a week, are likely to extend losses following weak equity markets, while silver is likely to extend losses by more than 2 percent following the yellow metal.

Dec 12, 2011

Empower the Entrepreneurs to Beat Slow Economic Growth: Sramana Mitra

The world may fear another economic slowdown with growth rates everywhere falling. However, Sramana Mitra, an Indian-born writer, strategy consultant and entrepreneur, is optimistic about fighting the crisis. She talks of her mission to create millions of entrepreneurs through her project "1M/1M" and the growth strategy that will best suit India. Here are excerpts from the interview:

Dec 8, 2011

Rs.16.10 Crore Spent on Hockey: Ajay Maken

The Indian government has reportedly spent Rs. 16.10 crore on various aspects of hockey, including exposure to foreign games, coaches and travel, in the period April - November, 2011, according to Ajay Maken, the Youth Affairs and Sport State Minister.

Dec 8, 2011