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Steep hike in diesel price pinches common man across India

New Delhi/ Mumbai, Feb 01 (ANI): The sudden hike in the diesel price by Indian Oil Corporation came as a serious blow to the pockets of the common man who is already reeling under the spiraling inflation in the country. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC), the country's biggest refiner, said that it would raise retail prices for diesel by one per cent, or 0.57 rupees, from Saturday in line with a plan to gradually align them with international prices. Considering the hike as burden, the residents of Mumbai expressed their ire over ruling Congress government's decision. Feb 1, 2014
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Muslim community can benefit from Waqf properties: Manmohan Singh

New Delhi, Jan 29(ANI): Launching the National Waqf Development Corporation Limited, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said the properties under the Waqf board can be used for the socio-economic development and benefit of the Muslim community. Dr. Singh said NAWADCO is just one of the several far reaching initiatives that the Ministry of Minority Affairs has taken ever since its inception in the year 2006. Dr. Singh also said NAWADCO adds to the efforts of the government and expressed hope that the Corporation will make full use of the enabling environment for the development of waqf properties. Jan 29, 2014
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BSE closes points 36.21 down on Jan 29

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 36.21 points down to stand at 20647.30. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 6.00 points down to stand at6120.25. Maruti Suzuki and Adani Enterprises Ltd were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 7.11% and 6.09% along with HPCL and Indian Oil Corporation with an increase of 5.61% and 5.35% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include Indian Overseas Bank and Sobha Developers Ltd with a decrease of 5.83% and 5.34% along with Pipavav Defence and Financial Technology with a decrease of 4.97% and 4.19% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is up 13.96 points at 11,587.96 while the banking sector is down 72.06 points at 11,948.42 and the realty sector is down 4.87 points at 1,226.36. The Indian currency is up 0.25% at Rs 62.36 per dollar. Jan 29, 2014
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It is government's duty to protect minorities: Sonia Gandhi

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Congress president and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday reiterated that the minorities in India should feel safe and secure, and added that it is the duty of the government to protect them. Gandhi said this while speaking at the inauguration ceremony of National Waqf Development Corporation Limited. Jan 29, 2014
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It happens: Music Festival

Odisha, Jan 24 (ANI): With the commencement of spring, music lovers thronged the century- old famous Rajarani Temple in India's eastern Odisha state as it reverberated with the rhythm of Indian classical music by eminent classicists. Every year the Department of Tourism organises this festival beginning from January 18 to 20 in the grounds of the magnificent Rajarani Temple. The evening started with the Odissi vocal recital programme by an eminent singer. The music lovers present were deeply engrossed in the superb and impeccable elaboration of different Ragas and musical patterns, clear tonal quality and musical renderings. Each presentation was highly applauded by the people present in the festival. The atmosphere inside the temple premises was musical and thrilled the music lovers. The Rajarani Music festival is organised by Odisha Tourism and Development Corporation (OTDC) in association with Odisha Sangeet Natak Academy (OSNA). The objective of organising the festival is to showcase the cultural heritage of Odisha state and attract more tourists. Jan 24, 2014
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Rocket takes off on ISS resupply mission

Orbital Sciences Corporation on Thursday launched its unmanned Cygnus cargo ship on the company's first regular supply mission to the International Space Station. Duration: 00:33 Jan 10, 2014
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Japanese companies come up with solutions for traffic and water supply issues

Yokohama, Jan 7 (ANI): A smart scheme for a smart society! Nissan Motor Corporation and the city of Yokohama recently launched “Choimobi Yokohama” –Japan’s first one-way sharing service. It’s a new concept for mobility within urban areas. People can rent units of “NISSAN New Mobility Concept”, an ultra convenient electric vehicle. They can drop off the vehicle at a different location from where they were hired, enabling one-way travel. The scheme aims at using ultra-compact vehicles to improve lifestyles of people in the urban areas. The small size of the electric vehicles holds out the prospect of easing traffic congestions, and improving access to tourist areas and communities. The ultra-compact electric vehicle produces no emission, making it ideal for use in crowded city streets. Jan 7, 2014
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Narendra Modi flags off Sabarmati Marathon 2014

Ahmedabad, Jan 5 (ANI): Gujarat chief and BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi boosted confidence of the participants, as he flagged off Sabarmati Marathon 2014 on his home turf. This is the fourth edition of Sabarmati Marathon in Ahmedabad. The run was organized by the civic body, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) that chose a route passing through high-class residential localities. Jan 5, 2014
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BSE closes points 277.77 down on Jan 2

New Delhi, Jan 02 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 277.77 points down to stand at 20,862.71. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 80.50 points down to stand at 6,215.40. Power grid corporation of India Ltd. and Ashok Leyland were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 2.47% and 2.33% along with Strides Arcolab Ltd. and Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. with an increase of 1.57% and 1.16% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include JPINFRATEC and Century Tex with a decrease of 7.00% and 6.61% along with Adani Power and Suzlon Energy with a decrease of 6.45% and 6.43% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is down 120.29 points at 12,154.28 while the banking sector is down 264.05 points at 12,746.34 and the realty sector is down 44.95 points at 1,429.84. The Indian currency is down 0.34% at Rs 62.11 per dollar. Jan 2, 2014
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BSE closes points 21.25 down on Jan 1

New Delhi, Jan 1 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 21.25 points down to stand at 21,149.43. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 0.75 points up to stand at 6,304.75. Suzlon Energy and UCO Bank were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 9.98% and 6.29% along with Reliance Communications Ltd and Indiabulls Real Estate with an increase of 6.16% and 5.66% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include Indian Oil Corporation and Crisil with a decrease of 2.83% and 2.74% along with Coromandel International Ltd. and Apollo Tyres with a decrease of 2.70% and 2.19% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is up 14.98 points at 12,273.81 while the banking sector is up 22.54 points 13,024.48 and the realty sector is up 41.81 points at 1,475.22. The Indian currency is down 0.11% at Rs 61.87 per dollar. Jan 1, 2014
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