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Health, education allocation small: UN
There is scope for even more increase in budget allocation on health and education, feels UN official Minar Pimple.
Airtel makes Blackberry affordable
Existing Airtel Blackberry users have the option of continuing with the old plan for unlimited usage.
Mulayam to file review petition in SC
Mulyam would file a review petition in SC for a probe by an agency other than the CBI in the disproportionate assets case.
Hepburn gown auction money to aid kids
The money collected from the auction of a gown worn by Audrey Hepburn will be donated to build schools children.
Global warming hits Sunderbans
Global warming is causing the steady shrinking of the mangroves of Sunderbans, say wildlife experts.
HC not to change in Venugopal's stand
It was contended that the post of the Director of AIIMS does not come under the ambit of an employee.
Big cut in tour budget of ministers
The Union Budget has heavily slashed the allocation for tour expenses of Union ministers for the new fiscal.
Wanted: Mistress to take wife's abuse
A Chinese advertised on the Internet for a stand-in mistress to be beaten up by his wife to vent her anger.
Bengal textbook calls BJP communal
A textbook meant for higher secondary classes in Bengal has sparked off a row by describing BJP as "communal".
Car bomb in Baghdad kills 18 boys
A car bomb exploded near a park west of Baghdad on Tuesday, killing at least 18 boys, police said.
Govt faces fresh SC notice on Q-issue
The apex court has sought Centre's response on "revelations" that India has an extradition treaty with Argentina.
Realty bites 'powerless' Mumbai
Statewide power crisis and consequent power cuts are now proving to be a nightmare for some suburban Mumbaikars.
Painkillers raise blood pressure
Painkillers can raise blood pressure and thus the risk of heart disease among men, says study.
What to expect from Budget 2007
Chidambaram may announce extending the ban on export of pulses and wheat for another year in his fight against inflation.
A look at trends in three states
The people's verdict in three Congress-ruled states will be known as votes polled for the Punjab, Uttarakhand and Manipur Assemblies are counted on Tuesday.
Sania enters round-II in Qatar Open
Sania Mirza advanced to the second round of the $1,340,000 Qatar Total Open at Doha on Monday.