Vice President drives down to meet Patil Unmindful of protocol, Shekhawat surprised everyone by driving down to the Rajasthan Governor's place of stay to meet her.
Sunita Williams sets new record for women Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams set a new record by surpassing the 188-day, four-hour mark set by her compatriot Shannon Lucid in 1996.
Election Commission issues notification on Presidential election With the issue of notification, the filing of nominations began from today and go on till June 30. The scrutiny will take place on July two and the last date for withdrawal of nomination is July four.
My candidature a big step for women: Patil "My candidature for the top post is a big step for women. I am very happy to be selected as the UPA candidate. This shows that India has a lot of respect for women."
Gujjar leader threatens to relaunch agitation ''The movement is a 'do-or-die' struggle. It doesn't matter that more lives could be lost in the struggle to achieve reservation for Gujjars. This is a fight to the end for justice,'' said Gujjar Leader Col Kirori Singh Bhainsla.
'English-centric growth a disservice to India' The workforce has to draw strength from the myriad Indian languages and from our vast and diverse culture, says HRDman Minister Arjun Singh.
Commonwealth reminds Musharraf about deadline Foreign Minister of Malta, currently the Chair of the Commonwealth, reminded the General about the grouping's 2007 deadline for separation of offices of the President and Army Chief.
Arab governments give Abbas vote of confidence ''We are supporting President Abbas and we are supporting the elected Legislative Assembly (parliament),'' Arab League Secretary-General Amr Moussa said.
IAN Botham honoured with knighthood "I'm delighted that I've been honoured, not only for myself but for the people that have helped me get there," said the legendary cricketer who played 102 Tests for England in a career that lasted from 1974 to 1993 and took 383 wickets and scored 5,200 runs.
The Karnataka Government is planning to send 250 legislators to China for a study tour. Will the tour help in the development of the State? We invite our readers to express their views in about 100 words. Responses may be sent to Deccan Herald, No 75, M G Road, Bangalore - 560001 or e-mail: editordh@deccanherald.co.in latest by 2 pm on Saturday.
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Gujjar leader threatens to relaunch agitation
Aussies all the way as Lawson joins race to become Pak coach
"I'm delighted that I've been honoured, not only for myself but for the people that have helped me get there," said the legendary cricketer who played 102 Tests for 
