news-in-politicsSecurity alarm triggers panic in Shimla
Shimla, Jan 27 (IANS) A technical snag in the security alarm, which has been operating since the days of the British Raj, triggered panic in this Himachal Pradesh capital early Tuesday.The alarm,
State funeral for cartoonist Laxman
Pune (Maharashtra), Jan 27 (IANS) In a rare honour, the Maharashtra government has decided to accord a state funeral to legendary cartoonist R.K. Laxman, creator of the iconic "The Common Man",
Three youth run over by train in Mathura
Lucknow, Jan 27 (IANS) Three youngsters were run over by a speeding train in Mathura late Monday when they were trying to click pictures and got too close to the railway track, police said
Woman, her four children murdered in Meerut
Lucknow, Jan 27 (IANS) A woman and her four children were among the six people hacked to death in Meerut, police said Tuesday.The murders took place Monday at Suhail Garden.Police said the deceased
Modi condoles R.K. Laxman's death
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday condoled the death of eminent cartoonist R.K. Laxman, saying "India will miss you"."We are grateful to you for adding the much needed
Pomp, pageantry mark R-Day across India (States Intro Roundup)
Jammu/Kolkata/Guwahati/Chennai/Panaji/Imphal, Jan 26 (IANS) Republic Day was Monday celebrated across India with gaiety and patriotic fervour, as leaders stressed the need of rooting out corruption
NGO Let's Vote Gets Award for Voter Awareness
Hyderabad, Jan 26 (IANS) NGO Let's Vote has received the National CSO Award for its contributions towards voter awareness, education and enrolment drives during the 2014 general elections.The award
Indian, Pakistani armies exchange sweets on LoC
Jammu, Jan 26 (IANS) The Indian and Pakistani armies Monday exchanged sweets on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on India's 66th Republic Day, an official said."On the proud occasion of
Indian, Chinese Armies hold Ceremonial Border meeting
Jammu, Jan 26 (IANS) A ceremonial border meeting was held Monday between the Indian and Chinese armies on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said."A
Of Umbrellas, Caps and Patriotic Songs (R-Day Sidelights)
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) With the rain playing spoilsport, the dignitaries gathered at Rajpath to witness India's 66th Republic Day parade were forced to wear caps and take cover under umbrellas
Himachal Governor Urmila Singh Retires
Shimla, Jan 26 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Governor Urmila Singh was given a warm send-off by Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and his cabinet colleagues at a function in the state capital Monday. She
Modi's Latest Style: Suit with his own Name Stripes
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) A close look at Narendra Modi's bandhgala suit that he wore for a joint appearance with US President Barack Obama here, showed it was a customised marvel -- with the prime
AAP peeved at ignoring Kejriwal at R-Day celebrations
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government of playing politics, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Monday askedy why its leader and former Delhi chief minister
Obama attends 'At Home' at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) US President Barack Obama was the cynosure of all eyes at the 'At Home' hosted by President Pranab Mukherjee Monday at Rashtrapati Bhavan.Obama shook hands with and waved
Grand R-Day Celebrations in Maharashtra
Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) Pomp and pageantry marked the 66th Republic Day celebrations, as people took part with great enthusiasm in events in Mumbai and across Maharashtra.The main state function was
Obama meets Congress party delegation
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) US President Barack Obama met a Congress party delegation Monday afternoon after witnessing the 66th Republic Day parade at Rajpath in the morning, sources here said.The
Recognition good for cryptology in India: Bimal Roy on Padma Shri
Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) Statistician Bimal K. Roy, who has been named for the Padma Shri award - one of India's civilian honours - Monday said it feels "special" to be recognised for his
Delhi turns into fortress for Republic Day
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Delhi celebrated the 66th Republic Day with a heavy deployment of policemen on the roads and at Rajpath where President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Woman who saved Muslims in Riots hoists flag in Bihar
Patna, Jan 26 (IANS) Commoner Shail Devi, who saved the lives of 10 Muslims during the communal clashes in Muzaffarpur district earlier this month, hoisted the national flag at the state Congress
Pageantry marks Republic Day in Karnataka
Bengaluru, Jan 26 (IANS) Pomp and pageantry marked the 66th Republic Day celebrations across Karnataka Monday, with state Governor Vajubhai Vala unfurling the tricolour and watching the impressive
