BSP MP, wife’s judicial custody extended till Dec 16
New Delhi – The judicial custody of Bahujan Samaj Party MP Dhananjay Singh and his wife, arrested for the alleged murder of their maid, was extended till Dec 16, sources said Thursday. The court hearing the case was told by the defence counsel that the two could not be presented before it as... read more »
Rupee rules at one-month high; up 30 paise vs Dollar
The rupee continued to rule at a one-month high, firming up another 30 paise to 61.75 against the dollar on Thursday, after exit polls predicted a strong showing by the BJP in the recently concluded assembly elections. The US currency also advanced as dollar supplies improved on overseas inflows... read more »
Let’s shut Ajanta-Ellora, ban Kamasutra: Priyanka on crime
New Delhi – If art provocates crimes against women, historic sites like Ajanta-Ellora and Vatsayana’s “Kamasutra” must be banned, says Indian actress Priyanka Chopra, who believes cinema is an “art” too and it should not be blamed for the rising crimes against... read more »
India-Myanmar relations rooted in history: Mukherjee
New Delhi – Terming relations between India and Myanmar as being rooted in history, Indian President Pranab Mukherjee Thursday said it is in the mutual interest of both the countries to strengthen these ties. “Both countries have shared close cultural, religious, business and trade... read more »
Huma Qureshi to walk for Ashima-Leena at IBW
Mumbai – Actress Huma Qureshi, whose next big screen project is “Dedh Ishqiya”, will walk the ramp for designer duo Ashima-Leena at the forthco! ming India Bridal Week (IBW). Huma... read more »
Infra, banking need Rs.10.4 trillion bond funding: CRISIL
Mumbai – India’s infrastructure and banking sectors will require Rs.10.4 trillion (nearly $170 billion) from the bond market over the next five years, according to a research report... read more »
‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’ completes decade, KJo nostalgic
Mumbai – It has been a decade since Karan Johar’s hit romantic drama “Kal Ho Naa Ho” released. The filmmaker says he has “indelible” memories attached... read more »
Gold prices dropped by Rs 210 to Rs 31,215 per ten gram
Extending its losses for the second straight day, gold prices dropped by Rs 210 to Rs 31,215 per ten gram in the national capital on Thursday on sustained selling by stockists on reduced... read more »
Arsenal look to extend lead at top of table
Arsenal can steal a march on their title rivals this weekend by opening up a seven-point gap at the top of the Premier League. Four points clear at the top, Arsenal take on Cardiff in Wales on... read more »
