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Positive steps needed to improve ties, FS Misri tells Chinese vice minister

India, Jan. 14 -- India on Wednesday emphasised the need for positive steps to create the proper environment for improving relations with China when foreign secretary Vikram Misri met Sun Haiyan, a se... Read More


Section 17A of PC Act took away element of surprise, helped wrongdoers: CBI officials

New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials say that while they have had no problems in getting sanction for investigation, in high profile cases, of government employees as ... Read More


"Is he doing a favour to Lord Ram?": Giriraj Singh's swipe at Rahul Gandhi over Ram Temple visit claim

Patna, Jan. 14 -- Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over reports of his possible visit to the Ram temple in Ayodhya, saying that he hopes that he s... Read More


Ugandan govt shuts down Internet, suspends NGOs, clamps down on journalists ahead elections

Nigeria, Jan. 14 -- Ugandan journalist Ssematimba Bwegiire lost consciousness immediately after a security officer electrocuted him with a stun gun and pepper-sprayed him in the mouth. But he did not ... Read More


Why Nitish Reddy fits India's Washington Sundar-shaped gap better despite Ayush Badoni buzz

India, Jan. 14 -- India's search for a Washington Sundar "replacement" often turns into a debate about two completely different jobs. Sundar isn't picked because he's an extra batter who can bowl. He'... Read More


'There are no permanent friends or foes in politics'

India, Jan. 14 -- Two and a half years after Ajit Pawar decided to split the Nationalist Congress Party founded by his uncle Sharad Pawar, there are now strong speculations about a reunion. In this po... Read More


Lok Sabha Speaker chairs meeting of Standing Committee ahead of Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth

New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Standing Committee ahead of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC). ... Read More


"Tamil civilisation one of oldest in the world, its culture paves way for future": PM Modi highlights importance of sustainable living

New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday emphasised the need to protect soil for future generations, conserve water, and ensure balanced use of natural resources, calling them a... Read More


Uttarakhand CM participates in Uttarayani Kauthig in Lucknow

Lucknow, Jan. 14 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday participated in the Uttarayani Kauthig organised by the Parvatiya Mahaparishad in Lucknow. Addressing the gathering on ... Read More


"Turning 5th-century painting into sea voyage": INSV Kaundinya architect Hemant Kumar on 'exhilarating' Muscat journey

Muscat, Jan. 14 -- INSV Kaundinya crew member and vessel architect, Commander Hemant Kumar on Wednesday highlighted the challenges of recreating and sailing India's traditional stitched ship, describi... Read More