May 24, 2011

Techies quit job to 'milk' dairy industry


Four software engineers, former employees of Wipro in Bangalore quit their jobs four months ago and made a paradigm shift right out of the world of technology.


Land acquisition rate hiked 12.5% in Noida


The three development authorities of Noida, Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressway on Monday announced a 12.5% increase in the compensation rate that will be awarded for land acquired from villages coming under the three areas.


BHEL, SAIL divestment to help raise Rs 8,000 crore


The government holds 67.72% in Bhel, while in SAIL its shareholding stands at 85.82%.


Pak military base siege ends after 16hrs


More than 20 Pakistani Taliban gunmen stormed a naval airbase in Karachi, blowing up aircraft and battling troops for more than 16 hours.


Sachin and Bradman: Beyond the average argument


Bradman had average and what he badly needed was a model, so he chose the most-perfect and perhaps the most-beautiful run-getter to serve his purpose.


Flag disrespect: Petition filed against Sachin, Sania


A petition was today filed in the Madras high court bench, seeking action against sportstars Sachin Tendulkar and Sania Mirza and two others for "insulting" the national flag.


US trial puts ISI in spotlight amid Pak terror drama


Rana's trial in US is expected to reveal his and Headley's long-standing ties with Pakistan's ISI and its involvement in terror activities.


Taliban chief has disappeared: Afghan intel agency


The Afghan intelligence agency said Monday that the reclusive leader of the Taliban has disappeared from a suspected hideout in Pakistan and has been out of contact with his commanders for days - adding further questions about Mullah Mohammad Omar after a media report said he was killed.


Thackeray's daughter-in-law making film on Babri


Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's daughter-in-law, Smita Thackeray is making a film on the Babri demolition controversy.


CBSE Class 12 results declared, girls outshine boys


81.71% students cleared Class XII CBSE examinations. The pass percentage of girls was 86.93%, compared to 77.83% for boys.


No question of Karnataka governor's recall: Centre


The Centre on Monday rejected the demand for recall of Karnataka governor H R Bhardwaj with whom the ruling BJP has a running feud.


Osama's Yemeni wife led US to Abbottabad?


“In my experience of years as an intelligence officer, I think someone from inside may have given information,” said Rehman Malik.


2G case: HC denies bail to corporate honchos


The bail pleas of 5 corporate honchos, including Unitech group MD Sanjay Chandra and Group MD of Reliance ADAG Gautam Doshi were dismissed.


"We can beat India, Lanka in Tests"


England pacer James Anderson on Monday stated that they are capable of beating Sri Lanka and India hollow in the twin Test series this summer.


Kohli: Eager to play more for India


Amidst Indian cricketers' demands for a break, Virat Kohli said that he is willing to play as many matches as possible for the country.


Lanka tour to Pakistan under threat


Sri Lanka Cricket has made it clear that it will not send the national team to Pakistan until and unless it gets safety clearance.


IPL Preview: Bangalore vs Chennai


Defending champions Chennai Super Kings take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in what promises to be an engrossing first IPL playoff match in Mumbai on Tuesday.


Uncertainty over Marsh's Pune future


Geoff Marsh's future as Pune Warriors coach looks uncertain after the team's dismal show in the IPL. The new franchisee finished ninth among 10 teams.


Finch to tour Zim with Australia A


Cricket Australia ’s National Selection Panel (NSP) on Monday announced the Australia A squad for the VB tour of Zimbabwe next month.


Miller backs KP to justify place


England cannot afford any weak links against Sri Lanka in the first Test - and they believe Kevin Pietersen will rise to the challenge in Cardiff.


Gambhir defends Laxmipathy Balaji


Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir defended Laxmipathy Balaji, who went for 23 runs in the last over to hand Mumbai Indians a five-wicket win.


Oram: I felt disconnected with IPL


New Zealand player Jacob Oram says he felt disconnected with the IPL as the "parties, Bollywood stars and fashion parades" seemed far removed from reality.


Vettori: Gayle did the turnaround


The player who turned things around for the team is the in-form Chris Gayle, said Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Daniel Vettori.


Morgan to get priorities reminder


Eoin Morgan's England Lions exploits reminded the Test selectors of his special ability in the nick of time to sneak into the squad for the first npower Test.


Taufeeq puts Pakistan in control


Taufeeq Umar closed in on a century as he guided Pakistan into a dominant position on day three of the second Test against West Indies.


Fernando and Pradeep tame Lions


Dilhara Fernando and Nuwan Pradeep led the fightback as Sri Lanka pulled off a remarkable 38-run win over England Lions to boost their morale for next week's first npower Test.


Mumbai clinch Eden Gardens thriller


Mumbai Indians clinched a thriller to come back from no where to register a last-ball victory against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens.


Sachin: Playing at the Eden is special


It will be the first time Sachin Tendulkar sets foot on the Eden Gardens in an IPL match on Sunday when his Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders.