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April 14, 2012 11:15 AM

SC admits Govt plea seeking review of 2G ruling

The Supreme Court yesterday admitted the government's plea seeking review of its 2G ruling that natural resources should be allotted to private companies only through auction. The apex court, however, refused to hear affected telecom firms whose petitions for reconsideration of the verdict canc...

April 14, 2012 9:05 AM

Nation pays homage to B.R. Ambedkar on his 121st birth anniversary

The nation pays homage to Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his 121st birth anniversary today. A number of functions are being organised throughout the country to mark the occasion. The main function will be held at the Parliament House Complex in New Delhi where floral tributes will be paid at ...

April 13, 2012 8:48 PM

Pak hands over 33 prisoners to India as a goodwill gesture

Pakistani authorities today handed over 33 prisoners, including a fisherman suffering from cancer, to Indian authorities following their release as a goodwill gesture. Pakistan Rangers personnel handed over the prisoners, including a total of 26 fishermen, at the Wagah border .The prisoners had been...

April 13, 2012 8:45 PM

PM stresses need for change in working style of zonal cultural centers

Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has stressed the need for change in the working style of zonal cultural centres. He said that it is necessary to take the advantage of technology and advancement in keeping alive our rich cultural heritage and art forms. Inaugurating the Silver Jubilee celebrations ...

April 13, 2012 8:09 PM

State-owned companies must be transparent, efficient : Prez

The President Pratibha Devisingh Patil today said state-owned companies must ensure transparency and efficiency in operations to maintain a positive impression about India. Speaking at an award ceremony of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) in New Delhi, Ms Patil said the importance of execut...

April 13, 2012 8:08 PM

S Y Quraishi seeks PM's intervention for speeding up electoral reforms

Chief Election Commissioner S Y Quraishi today sought Prime Minister's intervention for speeding up the process of electoral reforms. In a latter to the Dr.Manmohan Singh some of the key electoral reforms suggested by the poll body relate to debarring of criminals from contesting elections and ...

April 13, 2012 7:42 PM

Govt to infuse Rs. 1500 cr in public sector banks

The government will infuse about 1,500 crore rupees in the public sector banks during the current fiscal to enhance their financial strength. This was stated by the Finance Minister Pranab Mukheerjee at the 118th foundation day function of Punjab National Bank in New Delhi.Speaking on the occassion....

April 13, 2012 6:14 PM

ED registers money laundering case against Vectra chief

A money laundering case has been registered against Vectra chief Ravinder Rishi and his firms by the Enforcement Directorate(ED) to probe alleged generation of illegal funds in the defence deal between Tatra Sipox UK and defence PSU BEML. The agency has registered the case after gathering initial de...

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