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Mullaperiyar Dam: New PIL Seeks to Control Visitors

In his petition, A Kanagasabapathy said that a fear psychosis has been created by certain sections of people in Kerala over the past few months regarding the safety of the dam, with a view to gaining political advantage.

Feb 15, 2012

India, Saudi Arabia to Set up Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation

In a bid to boost defence ties between the two countries, India and Saudi Arabia have decided to set up a Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation to work out the details of future defence relationship on Tuesday during a delegation level talk in Riyadh.

Feb 15, 2012

5 Things That Can Spoil Valentine's Day Celebrations

Valentine's Day is finally here. Lovebirds are all out to make their partners feel special. However, a slightest careless act can spoil the whole fun. There are certain things that lovers should avoid to make Valentine's Day a memorable one. Here are the five things that one should avoid to make Valentine's Day unforgettable.

Feb 14, 2012

Commemorative stamp of 'King of Ghazal' Shri Jagjit Singh Launched by Govt. Of India

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh honored the Ghazal Maestro on his 73rd birth anniversary in a special event attended by several government officials, family and friends of the late singer

Feb 14, 2012

Karnataka Minister V.S. Acharya Passes Away

Higher Education Minister of Karnataka VS Acharya passed away at a private hospital this morning. He was 71. The former Home Minister of Karnataka, was attending a private function when he collapsed on stage. He was rushed to Mallige hospital but breathed his last. He died of massive heart attack.

Feb 14, 2012

10 Most Romantic Gifts to Make Your Loved One Feel Special on Valentine's Day (PHOTOS)

Many cupid-stricken people must be breaking their heads trying to think of a gift that could move their special somebody and make him or her feel special this Valentine's Day. Here we give you 10 most romantic gifts that could make your loved ones feel special on Valentine's Day.

Feb 14, 2012

Four Injured in Bomb Blast near Israeli Embassy in Delhi (PHOTOS)

A car belonging to the Israeli embassy caught fire after a minor bomb blast in Delhi's Tughlak Road Monday. Four persons were injured in the incident.

Feb 13, 2012

UP Elections: Campaigning for Third Phase Polls Ends

Campaigning for the third phase of elections in Uttar Pradesh came to an end at 5 p.m. Monday.

Feb 13, 2012

A.K. Antony Visits Saudi Arabia to Boost Defence Corporation

In a bid to boost defence cooperation between India and Saudi Arabia, Defence Minister A.K. Antony is visiting Riyadh on a two-day visit beginning Monday.

Feb 13, 2012

Govt Committed to Bring Strong and Effective Lokpal Bill: Minister

The Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government is taking proactive steps for curbing corruption in public life and no one is being protected, says the Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office and in the Dept. of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pension V. Narayanasamy.

Feb 11, 2012