Inflation inches further to 7.61 per cent
Continuing its upward journey, inflation inched up to 42-month high of 7.61 per cent for the week ended on April 26 on the back of rising prices of tea, spices, fruits, vegetables and some manufactured products.
1.5 million affected by Myanmar storm: UN
The United Nations estimated 1.5 million people have been "severely affected" by the cyclone that swept through Myanmar, as the US expressed outrage with the country's junta over delays in allowing in aid. Cyclone affected people beg for food at the window of a passing car in Bogalay, in the Irrawaddy division of southwest Myanmar.
US turns down Pak request for military aid
The United States has turned down or deferred Pakistan's request for over USD 81 million in military aid following reports that Islamabad used much of the amount to pay for heavy equipment suited for a regional conflict with India, according to a media report.
India to purchase 6 more submarines
India will soon float a global tender for six conventional submarines and develop a nuclear powered submarine.
Over 30 million diabetics in India
India is home to the largest population of diabetics in the world with more than 30 million people suffering from the disease here, a study has claimed.
US removes Mandela, ANC from 'terror' list
The US House of Representatives passed a legislation on Thursday to erase the government-imposed stigma against the African National Congress and its leaders including Mandela as terrorists.
HARBHAJAN-SREESANTH SLAP ROW: Nanavati completes disciplinary hearing
The report submitted by Nanavati will be referred to the cricket Board's Disciplinary Committee after president Sharad Pawar goes through it. The Committee
will then decide on the action to be taken against the player. BCCI Inquiry Commissioner Sudhir Nanavati (C) with S Sreesanth and Harbhajan Singh.
Wearing erstwhile Red Army uniform, Russian troops carry banners bearing the names of Fronts (military subdivisions) of the Soviet Army of World War II, during the annual Victory Day parade at the Moscow Red Square on Friday. AP
Ace footballer Baichung Butia during Nike's promotional campaign in Mumbai on Wednesday.
CET forum in DH Launching a new forum called 'Mission Admission', Deccan Herald attempts to make the testing days ahead a bit easier. This new forum will help candidates keep track of news and information on the CET, the Under Graduate Entrance Test (UGET) of COMEDK and key entrance tests thereafter.
DLF INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE T20 CRICKET:
IPL still wide open: Laxman
"The top four teams have not done as well as expected but all still have a chance. We have to play better. Some surprises are still on cards,'' he said. We are not looking too far ahead: Pollock
"We are in with a chance of making it to the semis, but it's still a long way off. We are taking it a game at a time and not looking too far ahead," the former South African captain said. Loss to Mumbai was a wake up call: Warne
Warne said he was glad that the defeat happened mid-way through the tournament. He indicated that Englishman Dimitri Mascarenhas could be drafted into the playing XI for tomorrow's game against Deccan Chargers. Above: Chennai Super Kings player S Badrinath (R) celebrates with a teammate after their sensational win against Delhi Daredevils at Ferozshah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday.
Royal Challengers, Knight Riders, fined for slow over-rate
Match Referee Farokh Engineer imposed the fines on the teams both of which were guilty of slow over-rates in the 16-overs-a-side match. Dravid hopeful of turning the tide
"This defeat has made things difficult for us. But still we ought to remain positive and try to turn the tide in our favour," he said after losing their match against Kolkata Knight Riders. Right: Kolkata Knight Riders' owner Shahrukh Khan with Bangalore Royal Challengers Captain Rahul Dravid at Eden Garden in Kolkata. Left: Knight Riders owner Shahrukh Khan presents Man of the Match trophy to his team captain Sourav Ganguly.
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through Myanmar, as the US expressed outrage with the country's junta over delays in allowing in aid.
Launching a new forum called 'Mission Admission', Deccan Herald attempts to make the testing days ahead a bit easier. This new forum will help candidates keep track of news and information on the CET, the Under Graduate Entrance Test (UGET) of COMEDK and key entrance tests thereafter. 
IPL still wide open: Laxman
