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November 28, 2009 4:51 PM

Election campaign in full swing in Jharkhand

In Jharkhand, leaders of different political parties are making whirlwind tour of the state to woo voters in favour of their party and allies. Local leaders and party supporters are holding rallies and road shows to garner support. Campaigning has been intensified in those areas where polling will b...

November 28, 2009 2:29 PM

J&K celebrating Eid today

Like other parts of the country, Jammu and Kashmir is celebrating Id-ul-Azha today. People from different parts of the valley on Friday thronged markets in cities and towns to purchase eatables and other items. Lots of enthusiasm and energy are seen among the people and children in buying clothes.&#...

November 28, 2009 2:25 PM

Punjab celebrates Eid; Pak rangers give sweets to BSF at Attari-Wagah Post

Eid-ul-Zuha has been celebrated in most parts of Punjab with fervour and gaiety. Before the 'Qurbani' ceremony of male goats, Muslims performed Namaz in the morning. Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal has greeted the Punjabis especially the Muslim brethren on this occasion. AIR Jalandhar Corresponde...

November 28, 2009 2:24 PM

Tripura bans use of mobile phones by students in schools

Tripura government has banned the use of mobile phones by students in the schools. Official sources said in Agartala that the decision of banning mobile phone by students in the school campus was taken in the state cabinet on Friday. The cabinet gave some relief to the teachers, who will be allowed ...

November 28, 2009 1:08 PM

MP celebrates Eid

In Madhya Pradesh, Eid-ul- Zuha is being celebrated with religious fervour and enthusiasm. Governor Rameshwar Takur and Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan have extended their greetings to the people on this occasion.

November 28, 2009 12:22 PM

Andhra Pradesh celebrating Eid today

In Andhra Pradesh, Gaiety and fervour marked the Bakrid celebrations across the state today. Thousands of devotees congregated at Idgahs and Mosques to offer special prayers in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secundrabad. Large congregations were also seen at the Idgahs in the districts.<br/&#...

November 28, 2009 11:37 AM

Alleged monkey thief escapes Police custody

The alleged mastermind behind the theft of eight rare Brazilian monkeys from the Alipore Zoo in August has escaped from the custody of Orissa Police while being brought to Kolkata by train. A complaint has been lodged by Orissa police that Sher Singh fled from the custody at Kharagpur while being br...

November 28, 2009 11:23 AM

UP celebrates Eid ul Juha

In Uttar Pradesh, Eid ul Juha is being celebrated with full religious fervour. The people have thronged mosques and Idgahs as early as 7 in the morning to perform Namaj. Strict security arrangements have been made at sensitive places. Additional companies of Rapid Action Force have been deployed at ...

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