Prime Minister’s statement on coal block allocation
August 27th, 2012 - 3:04 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday made a statement in both houses of parliament on coal block allocation for which the opposition is asking for ... Read more...
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Now I value my wife, health more than ever: Shatrughan Sinha
August 3rd, 2012 - 3:31 pm ICT by IANS
Mumbai, Aug 3 (IANS) He is now 12 kg lighter, wiser and more health-conscious - veteran actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha, who has been in the hospital since a month, says ... Read more...
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Hope Mamata will okay FDI in retail: Basu
July 7th, 2012 - 7:41 pm ICT by IANS
Kolkata, July 7 (IANS) Chief economic advisor Kaushik Basu Saturday hoped that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will give a nod for FDI in retail trading.It was under ... Read more...
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‘Kolaveri Di’ crosses 50 million hits (Lead)
March 26th, 2012 - 8:46 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) "Kolaveri Di" Monday crossed 50 million hits on YouTube, revealing that music lovers have yet to get over southern superstar Dhanush's unusual song. Sony ... Read more...
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Kerr works hard on her figure
February 25th, 2012 - 2:56 pm ICT by IANS
London, Feb 25 (IANS) Supermodel Miranda Kerr's svelte figure is to die for. But she reveals it takes her a lot of hard work to maintain it, especially after giving ... Read more...
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Obama presents mortgage refinancing plan
February 2nd, 2012 - 11:20 am ICT by IANS
Washington, Feb 2 (IANS/EFE) President Barack Obama Wednesday presented a plan to revitalize the US real estate market that would allow millions of homeowners to refinance their mortgages and ... Read more...
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Kohli blasts Australia for sledging
January 26th, 2012 - 6:05 pm ICT by IANS
Adelaide, Jan 26 (IANS) Young middle-order batsman Virat Kohli, who struck his maiden Test century Thursday, blasted the Australian team for their over-indulgence in sledging and also the local ... Read more...
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In delhi, nearly all rapes are by relatives, neighbours
January 6th, 2012 - 8:12 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) It is mostly relatives, neighbours and acquaintances who are involved in rapes in the national capital, whereas the indulgence of strangers in this brazen crime ... Read more...
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Bengal to raise maximum age level for group C, D jobs
December 30th, 2011 - 6:27 pm ICT by IANS
Kolkata, Dec 30 (IANS) West Bengal has decided to raise the maximum age level for those applying for government jobs in group C and D category by eight years ... Read more...
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2G accused denied bail: Highlights of court order
November 3rd, 2011 - 9:01 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) A CBI special court here Thursday denied bail to DMK MP Kanimozhi and seven other accused in the 2G scam case. The following ... Read more...
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‘The Tree Of Life’ a masterful creation (IANS Film Review)
July 30th, 2011 - 2:56 pm ICT by IANS
Film: "The Tree Of Life"; Director: Terrence Malick; Actors: Brad Pitt, Sean Penn, Jessica Chastain; Rating: ****We might leave our childhood, but it never leaves us. It follows us and ... Read more...
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Mayawati wants stringent laws against rape
June 21st, 2011 - 8:46 pm ICT by IANS
Lucknow, June 21 (IANS) Stung by the spate of rape cases across Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Mayawati Tuesday sought amendments to laws to ensure speedy rape trials and stricter ... Read more...
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Subo’s Lent sacrifice on sweets helps charity
April 25th, 2011 - 6:45 pm ICT by ANI
London, April 25 (ANI): It has emerged that Susan Boyle had given up sweets for Lent in support of a charity.The 'Britain's Got Talent' star gave up the indulgence to support the ... Read more...
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Can’t condone lack of attendance in classes: High court
April 22nd, 2011 - 8:03 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Rejecting the petition of a student, barred from appearing in an examination for not having requisite attendance, Delhi High Court has maintained that it cannot ... Read more...
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BBC bought iPads, iPhones not approved for staff
March 31st, 2011 - 7:02 pm ICT by IANS
London, March 31 (IANS) The BBC spent over 40,000 pounds last year on 104 flashy Apple iPads and iPhones even though they are not approved for use by its staff, ... Read more...
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Here’s what makes wealthy people unhappy
March 23rd, 2011 - 6:45 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 23 (ANI): A survey on the miseries that wealthy people go through has found that most are worried about appearing ungrateful, rearing bratty children and failing to meet expectations.The survey ... Read more...
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For cricket’s future, minnows must be encouraged: Roebuck
March 15th, 2011 - 3:00 pm ICT by ANI
Sydney, Mar. 15 (ANI): Cricket columnist Peter Roebuck has said that the International Cricket Council's (ICC's) move not to allow weaker teams to play in the 2015 World Cup would be a ... Read more...
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‘Team Budget’ happy the ordeal is over
March 1st, 2011 - 7:36 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) It started end-November, picked up steam in the first week of February and by the time the annual exercise of budget presentation ended Monday, some 200 ... Read more...
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1 in 5 women prefer tasty treat than partner’s lips on Valentine’s Day
February 11th, 2011 - 1:22 pm ICT by ANI
Melbourne, Feb 11 (ANI): One in five women prefer wrapping their lips around a tasty treat than their partner's mouth on Valentine's Day, suggests a new study.In the survey for Weight Watchers ... Read more...
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Mitch Mustain Arrested On Suspicion For Selling Drugs
February 3rd, 2011 - 7:25 pm ICT by GD
By Madhuri Dey
Feb 3, (THAINDIAN NEWS) It seems that of late the USC Trojans are going through a harrowing experience. The team which is now regretting the loss of not being able ... Read more...
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Abramovich personally funding to kick-start Chelsea’s signing spree
January 30th, 2011 - 4:32 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 30 (ANI): Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is personally funding 100 million pound to fund his club's transfer spending.The Russian billionaire is behind Chelsea's bid to sign Fernando Torres from ... Read more...
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Sting says he likes ‘dressing up’ wife for the bedroom
January 14th, 2011 - 1:35 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 14 (ANI): In his latest revelation about his bedroom life, Sting admitted that he loves "dressing up" his 57-year-old wife Trudie Styler.The couple has been married for 18 years and ... Read more...
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Royal Family to be granted new right of secrecy
January 8th, 2011 - 2:15 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 8 (ANI): In a controversial legal reform, the Royal Family is to be granted complete protection from public scrutiny to keep the affairs of the Queen, Prince Charles and ... Read more...
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Pride makes some indulge, others cautious
November 16th, 2010 - 3:37 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Nov 16 (IANS) Are you proud of your achievements? Then you are likely to either indulge yourself, or be more cautious than usual, researchers say."We show that pride is associated with ... Read more...
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Pride in achievement makes consumers choose French fries over salad
November 16th, 2010 - 12:07 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Nov 16 (ANI): A new study has suggested that sometimes pride in an achievement can lead people to indulge in unhealthy choices."Across four studies in the food consumptions and spending domains, ... Read more...
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Job on compassionate grounds not a right: Court
October 26th, 2010 - 8:29 pm ICT by IANS
Gandhinagar, Oct 26 (IANS) Getting a job on compassionate grounds is neither a statutory nor a fundamental right of the family of a government employee who dies in service, the Gujarat High ... Read more...
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‘Mother Is A Whore’, reflects South Korean reality
October 25th, 2010 - 9:15 pm ICT by IANS
By Satyen K. Bordoloi
Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) It is a film whose name wrenches the gut. When "Mother Is A Whore" was screened at the Mumbai Film Festival, despite the grainy visuals, ... Read more...
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Four cups of coffee a day keeps gout from women at bay
September 10th, 2010 - 4:34 pm ICT by IANS
London, Sep 10 (IANS) Imbibing four cups of coffee a day can more than halve the risk of gout in women, finds a recent study.
Researchers found those drinking that amount or more ... Read more...
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Kate Hudson’s scarf obsession
September 8th, 2010 - 2:00 pm ICT by ANI
London, Sept 8 (ANI): Stylish actress Kate Hudson has an obsession for Hermes scarves and boasts a collection of 200.The 'Almost Famous' star admits she has spent a vast amount of ... Read more...
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HGTV Offers Dream Home In The Urban Oasis Giveway
September 7th, 2010 - 7:07 pm ICT by GD
By Meena Kar
Sep 7, (THAINDIAN NEWS) HGTV's latest home giveaway will fulfill one lucky winner's dream of a dream home. Considering that a plush pad in New York City is something that ... Read more...
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Kate Hudson is obsessed with scarves
September 7th, 2010 - 1:48 pm ICT by IANS
London, Sep 7 (IANS) Hollywood actress Kate Hudson says she is obsessesd with scarves and boasts a collection of 200.
Hudson admits she has spent a large amount of money on her ... Read more...
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Ice cream triggers emotions of its place of origin
August 23rd, 2010 - 12:52 pm ICT by ANI
London, Aug 23 (ANI): The next time you order an American ice cream, get ready to feel like a busy bee, for a new survey has revealed that these chilled sweet treats ... Read more...
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X-Factor Winner Joe McElderry Admits He Is Gay!
August 1st, 2010 - 7:33 pm ICT by GD
By Gina Gomez
Aug 1, (THAINDIAN NEWS) The media and fans of the teenage singing sensation Joe McElderry were startled to hear the news that the "X-Factor" winner is a gay. Media has ... Read more...
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Most Indians prefer red wine: Survey
July 14th, 2010 - 7:53 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) When it comes to enjoying a drink, Indians have become more sophisticated with 82 percent of the people preferring red wine, according to a survey across three ... Read more...
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Opposition shutdown pure sensationalism, says Congress (Lead)
July 5th, 2010 - 9:49 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The Congress Monday slammed the opposition for the nationwide shutdown and charged it with indulging in "pure sensationalism".
Congress party spokesman Abhishek Manu Singhvi said that people ... Read more...
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