Permanent seat in Security Council Brown supports India's bid
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown today unequivocally supported India's bid for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council. He also supported changes to the IMF, World Bank and the G-8 that reflect the rise of India and Asia". 'Failed states can harbour terrorism'
In a major speech here, Brown did not specify any country in the context of failing states but it is seen as veiled reference to Pakistan which is regarded in the West as a breeding ground for terrorism and extremism. UK announces 3.6 million pound fillip to India's Olympic dream
"India is one of the greatest sporting nations in the world. As we prepare to hold the Olympics in London in 2012 before which India hosts the 2010 Commonwealth Games here, this initiative will help strengthen our sporting ties," Brown told reporters.
Petro products hike not likely before Jan 28
The meeting of a Group of Ministers that was to happen today has been deferred due to the visit of British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and may not happen later this week as French President Nicolas Sarkozy would be arriving here.
Sensex registers record 1,408-point fall The fall in the 30-share Sensex surpassed that 826- points loss witnessed on May 18, 2006. Today's fall was, however, only the fifth biggest in percentage terms. A broker in deep shock after the Sensex nosedives in Mumbai on Monday.
11 awarded life sentence in Bilkis Bano case; cop gets 3yrs RI
Special court judge U D Salvi, while announcing the quantum of punishment, sentenced a twelfth convict -- a suspended policeman -- to three years rigorous imprisonment. The special CBI court sentenced 11 persons held guilty...
Sarkozy visit from Friday; N-coop pact to be ready for signing
India and France are expected to unveil a framework agreement for civil nuclear cooperation and sign a pact in defence field during the visit of President Nicholas Sarkozy here from Friday.
Husain should be allowed to return: Amjad Ali Khan
Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan has said the way M F Husain was treated is "sad" and the noted painter should be allowed to return to India from his self-exile.
New Zealanders pay respects to Hillary ahead of state funeral
The body of Hillary, who died on January 11 of a heart attack aged 88, was brought today to Auckland's Holy Trinity Cathedral to lie in state and to give people a chance to say a personal farewell.
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, right, his wife Sarah Brown, left, and Indian President Pratibha Patil, center, pose for the media, before a meeting at the Rashtrapathi Bhawan in New Delhi on Monday. AP Photo
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Perth victory enhances Kumble's reputation The pressure of captaining India has sometimes been a burden that some of the country's top players have struggled to cope with but Kumble said he was relishing the role after his unexpected promotion. World record pursuit, Sydney fracas distracted Oz: Buchanan
Buchanan, who guided the side to 12 of its 16 Test victories on the trot, said it was probably due to distractions. "Having been involved when there are records on, and with all the distractions occurring between the second and third Tests, that's all part of it," he said. Jayawadene hails Team India
Australian media rues end of team's golden run
"Even as Australia despairs, world cricket is rejoicing at the discovery of a team who not only do not fear Australia but actually fancy their chances against them. "No praise is high enough for an India side whose entire pace attack is younger than Tait," the Daily Telegraph newspaper said. "Australia is being threatened by a new breed of Indian, whose confidence was embodied by a gesture from young quick Irfan Pathan, when he held his hand up to his ear to the crowd after taking the ninth wicket," the report added. Australians not driven by arrogance: McLean
McLean, who was summoned by Cricket Australia to advise Ponting and Co. following all-round criticism from sports legends, former cricketers and the media for their "win at all costs" attitude, insists that the world champions are not driven by arrogance.
It's been one hell of a ride: Michael Clarke
"It's been a hell of a ride. I don't think many players have experienced what we've experienced," Clarke was quoted as saying in 'The Courier Mail... "I know, I have copped it ... you don't know how you will handle that sort of stuff until you are in the chair," Clarke said. Stuart Clark smarting after loss
''It is my first Test match loss and it hurts massively,'' Clark said. ''There isn't one thing we did wrong, we just didn't play our best cricket. We dropped a few catches, they scored too many runs and we didn't bat well enough,'' he said.
Sydney experience galvanised team: Harbhajan
The Indian team had reasons to feel hurt after the Sydney Test, where they were hit hard by poor umpiring and felt slighted by the unsporting conduct of Ricky Ponting and his men. But buoyed after the Perth win, the off-spinner said India was capable of upstaging the hosts again in the fourth and final Test at Adelaide. Australia's number one position under threat: Ganguly
While the Aussies are still on top of the table, India is closing in on the gap, Sourav Ganguly said. Bucknor wants to continue umpiring
Umpire Steve Bucknor said he will continue his career as umpire in international matches if International Cricket Council (ICC) provides him the opportunity.
I am an Indian who migrated to Canada a few months ago. I am studying in Grade X in Sudbury, Ontario (Canada). In Sudbury, the temperature drops down to minus 35 at times. Jerry Thomas
There are reports that suggest extension of the President's Rule in Karnataka. Is that a right move or should the elections be held sooner?
Readers were invited to express their opinion. Most felt that the polls should be held preferably in April or May, in the interest of democracy so that the BJP may be given a chance to form the government. Some readers said that the elections should be deferred as no party has a majority and another coalition government would be a big mistake.
Brown supports India's bid
Sensex registers record 1,408-point fall
11 awarded life sentence in Bilkis Bano case; cop gets 3yrs RI
Husain should be allowed to return: Amjad Ali Khan
Hosted jointly by Air India and Deccan Herald, the Rank Award is for students while the Bolt award is for teachers. 
Australian media rues end of team's golden run
It's been one hell of a ride: Michael Clarke
t sort of stuff until you are in the chair," Clarke said.
