Politics

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Pakistan Troops Violate Ceasefire at LOC, Fire at Indian Post

Fifth time in a month Pakistani troops indulged in heavy firing at an Indian post in Pooch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday morning.

Jul 27, 2013

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Acid Attack Scare: Bottles Containing Chemicals Found Outside Manish Tewari's Residence

The residence of Information and Broadcasting Minster Manish Tewari came under scanner on Saturday for an alleged acid attack attempt after two bottles containing suspicious liquid were found outside his residence.

Jul 27, 2013

Will Narendra Modi Ever Apply for US Visa Again? United States Ready to Review BJP Leader's Application

The United States department of state has said that they would consider if Narendra Modi applies for US visa again. US rejected Gujarat Chief Minister's visa application in 2005 citing his inaction during the 2002 Gujarat riots which killed hundreds of people. Interestingly, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader has not applied for US visa again after his application was rejected once.

Jul 27, 2013

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India-US Trade Relations: Joe Biden Urges India to Remove Obstacles Faced by American Companies

United States Vice President Joe Biden has urged India to create an investment-friendly environment and remove trade obstacles faced by American companies, be it restriction in foreign direct investment (FDI) or local tax treatment.

Jul 25, 2013

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Aditi Restaurant in Trouble for Mocking UPA Government

A Mumbai restaurant owner's witty take on the corruption tainted UPA government has not gone down well with the Congress Party members who threatened to have it demolished alleging illegal construction.

Jul 24, 2013

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India, China to Discuss Incursions on Day 2 of Border Issues Meet

After the latest Chinese incursion in Ladakh's Chumar sector, India and China will hold a two-day meet to discuss about the border issues starting today.

Jul 23, 2013

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Bihar Mid-day Meal Tragedy: Blood Test Shows Acute Poisoning; WHO Warned India About Toxin

The result of the serum tests conducted on blood samples of the students, who fell critically ill after eating the free mid-day meal at a school in Bihar last week, were exposed to 'acute poisoning'.

Jul 23, 2013

India-China Border Issue: Chinese Troops Cross LAC; Tension Engulfs Border Region

Amid talks of improving ties with each other and maintaining status quo along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) till the final settlement on the disputed region is made, Chinese troops repeatedly intruded into Chumar sector in Ladakh this month, causing tension in the region.

Jul 22, 2013

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Violence Grips West Bengal Panchayat Polls; TMC Leader Issues Death Threat

Violence gripped the state of West Bengal as the fourth phase of Panchayat polls began in four districts today. Two activists of Communist Party of India (Marxist) and three Congress workers were killed on Sunday, according to reports.

Jul 22, 2013

US Vice President Joe Biden Leaves for India to Boost Economic Ties

US Vice President Joe Biden left today for a four-day visit to India to discuss a wide range of bilateral issues on economy, trade, defence and energy.

Jul 22, 2013

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BJP Asks Tamil Nadu Govt for SIT Probe into Killing of Party's Gen Secy; State-Wide Strike on Monday

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has asked the Tamil Nadu government for a probe by a Special Investigation Team into the killing of party's General Secretary V Ramesh in the state. The BJP wing in Tamil Nadu has also called for a strike in the state as a protest on Monday.

Jul 20, 2013

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Govt to Clear Additional Funds for Railways, Power Sectors in North-East Region

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh chaired a meeting on the progress of infrastructure development in the north-eastern region.

Jul 20, 2013

War of Words Begin over Rajnath Singh's English Language Remark

Another 'war of words' has begun after BJP President Rajnath Singh expressed discontent about the English language degrading Indian culture and leading to a loss of tradition.

Jul 19, 2013

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Third Phase of West Bengal Panchayat Polls Begins Amid Tight Security

The third phase of West Bengal panchayat polls begins today in three districts of North Parganas, South Parganas and Howrah amid tight security. In the backdrop of violence between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Opposition, the district will elect about 13,000 representatives to their respective village panchayats.

Jul 19, 2013

Pakistan Gears up for Presidential Poll on 6 August

Pakistan will hold the next Presidential elections a month earlier on 6 August. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) announced that the results will be declared on 7 August.

Jul 17, 2013

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Politics

Pakistan Troops Violate Ceasefire at LOC, Fire at Indian Post

Acid Attack Scare: Bottles Containing Chemicals Found Outside Manish Tewari's Residence

Will Narendra Modi Ever Apply for US Visa Again? United States Ready to Review BJP Leader's Application

India-US Trade Relations: Joe Biden Urges India to Remove Obstacles Faced by American Companies

Aditi Restaurant in Trouble for Mocking UPA Government

India, China to Discuss Incursions on Day 2 of Border Issues Meet

Bihar Mid-day Meal Tragedy: Blood Test Shows Acute Poisoning; WHO Warned India About Toxin

India-China Border Issue: Chinese Troops Cross LAC; Tension Engulfs Border Region

Violence Grips West Bengal Panchayat Polls; TMC Leader Issues Death Threat

US Vice President Joe Biden Leaves for India to Boost Economic Ties

BJP Asks Tamil Nadu Govt for SIT Probe into Killing of Party's Gen Secy; State-Wide Strike on Monday

Govt to Clear Additional Funds for Railways, Power Sectors in North-East Region

War of Words Begin over Rajnath Singh's English Language Remark

Third Phase of West Bengal Panchayat Polls Begins Amid Tight Security

Pakistan Gears up for Presidential Poll on 6 August

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