Kalam willing, if there is consensus After an hour-long meeting at Rashtrapati Bhawan, United National Progressive Alliance Leaders said Dr Kalam told them that he was willing to contest for a second term, if all political parties reached a unanimous understanding.
Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline
India to hold bilateral meeting with Pakistan The bilateral meeting discussing the pipeline will be held in the capital on June 27 followed by a trilateral meeting with Pakistan and Iran the next day.
Rig Veda among heritage items in UNESCO culture listThirty manuscripts of Rig Veda have been included in the 'Memory of the World Register' set up by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Prime Minister dedicates Tala transmission system to the nation Tala hydro-electric project and the Tala transmission system symbolised our resolve to find new pathways of regional cooperation for sustainable development, says Prime Minister Manmohan Singh while dedicating the project to the nations.
Vote for Taj for a place in new Seven Wonders: Ambika Soni ''I appeal to Indians and also those settled abroad to vote wholeheartedly in favour of the medieval monument. It will be a great tribute to the Taj, which richly deserves to be in the list of New Seven Wonders,'' Tourism and Culture Minister said.
Pranab launches Indian business forum in Singapore "The India Business Forum is a commendable step in bringing together Indian companies in Singapore. As these companies compete in a challenging market, they inevitably face issues that need to be addressed collectively," Mukherjee said.
Raytheon in talks with India on Paveway bombs This is the first time that a US firm like Raytheon has offered to provide technology for the licensed production of a precision guided weapon system though firms from other countries have offered expertise to build similar systems.
Synopsys acquires ArchPro Design ArchPro's power management technologies would enhance the US-based firm's low power design and verification solution.
Karnataka to bring amendments to APMC Act The amendments to the state Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) Act would enable the farmers to sell their produce directly without interference by the ''dalals'', says Chief Minister H D Kumarswamy.
SPORTS
Indian team leaves for UK The team is to play four ODIs in Ireland, starting with a match against the hosts on June 23 followed by a three-game off-shore series against South Africa.
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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Kalam willing, if there is consensus
India to hold bilateral meeting with Pak
Rig Veda among heritage items in UNESCO culture list
Vote for Taj for a place in new Seven Wonders: Ambika Soni
Pranab launches 
Raytheon in talks with India on Paveway bombs
Karnataka to bring amendments to APMC Act
Indian team leaves for UK
