Govt may ban futures trading, bring steel under ESMA: Nath
Warning that the battle against inflation will fail if states do not join hands with the Centre, Commerce and Industry Minister Kamal Nath said the fresh offensive on price control may include a ban on forward trading and bringing steel under ESMA.
Treat Iran with respect, says India
Ahead of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad coming to India this month on his first visit, National Security Advisor M.K. Narayanan on Sunday asked the international community to treat Tehran in consonance with its "tremendous influence".
32 Tiger rebels killed in Sri Lanka
At least 32 Tiger rebels and a Human Rights activist were killed in intense clashes in Sri Lanka's embattled north as fighter jets attacked a rebel target in the LTTE stronghold of Mullaitivu.
Dont let ideology undermine growth, says Chidambaram
With Left parties contending that economic growth has bypassed the poor, Finance Minister P Chidambaram launched a veiled attack on them saying any ideology which undermines expansion of the economy should be rejected.
Women outnumber men in 40 constituencies The four districts of Raichur, Koppal, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada have a larger number of women electors as compared to the number of men in the district.
India to ink $2.2 billion defence deal with US
The deal will be the second big-ticket purchase from the US a year after a $1 billion agreement inked in February for six Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules aircraft for the Indian Army's Special Forces.
Ready to become PM if needed: Zardari
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari says he will contest the June 18 by-poll to the lower house of parliament and could take over as prime minister if the "need arises".
Spectators waving thunder stick noise makers cheer runners as they arrive at National Stadium during the 2008 Good Luck Beijing Marathon in Beijing on Sunday.
A Filipino boy wearing a costume losses his balance as he joins others during the 10th Tour of the Fireflies in suburban Manila, Philippines, on Sunday. The event is part of Earth Day celebrations and to promote the Clean Air campaign. AP
Know your constituencies BTM Layout, which is an abbreviated version of Byrasandra, Tavarekere and Madivala, is a famous area located near the Information Technology (IT) corridor in Bangalore.
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 IPL T20
Hussey steers Kolkata Knight Riders to another win
Chasing a target of 111 set by the visitors, Knight Riders romped home with one over to spare at the Eden Gardens pitch that troubled both teams and kept the spectators on their toes. The home side finished with 112 for five wickets in 19 overs. Gambhir, Dhawan power Daredevils
Virender Sehwag fell cheaply but twin unbeaten half centuries from Gautam Gambhir (58) and Shikhar Dhawan (52) powered Delhi Daredevils to a comprehensive nine-wicket victory against Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match here on Saturday night. Delhi Daredevils Gutam Gambir after his fifty aganist Rajasthan Royals during the IPL T20 championship match at Ferozshah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi on Saturday. Shane Warne vows to fight back
Rajasthan Royals captain Shane Warne said on Saturday night his side would have a more formidable look after overseas players like Graeme Smith of South Africa and Dimtri Mascarenhas of England join the team. Chennai triumph in battle of the Kings
It was a true run feast at the PCA stadium on Saturday evening as the ball disappeared to all parts of the ground. But despite the best efforts of their charismatic owner and their ardent supporters, Kings XI Punjab came up short against the Chennai Super Kings in game two of the Indian Premier League. Chennai SuperKings Michael Hussey during the IPL T20 Championship match at PCA stadium in Mohali on Saturday. Majola wants IPL to have annual window
"I believe, however, that it is vital that the ICC creates a six-week window in the international programme each year for the IPL tournament so that it does not encroach on any international tours," Gerald Majola, CEO of Cricket South Africa, said in a media release.
Maui has something for everyone--of the ocean, beaches, mountains, hiking, horse riding, bicycling, snorkeling, diving, surfing to mention a few. To the left is a breathtaking views of the dormant Volcanoes of Maui, Hawaii. On the right is a small waterfall, the kind of which abound in Hawaii.
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BTM Layout, which is an abbreviated version of Byrasandra, Tavarekere and Madivala, is a famous area located near the Information Technology (IT) corridor in Bangalore. 
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. 
