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17 fragging cases in Indian armed forces since 2007
The Indian armed forces have recorded a downslide in the number of fratricides since 2007, with 17 being killed by their fellow soldiers, parliament was informed Wednesday. Read the original post: 17 fragging cases in Indian armed forces since 2007
India, UAE sign security pact
In a major boost to their bilateral ties, India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Wednesday signed two agreements, including one on combating terrorism in all forms and organised crimes. Follow this link: India, UAE sign security pact
Supreme Court grants bail to five corporate honchos in 2G case
The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted bail to five corporate executives, who were arrested for their alleged involvement in the 2G spectrum fraud case. Excerpt from: Supreme Court grants bail to five corporate honchos in 2G case
IFFI kicks off Wednesday, half day in government offices
The 42nd International Film Festival of India opens here Wednesday and the state government has announced a half-day holiday for government officials to avoid traffic congestion on the roads. Link: IFFI kicks off Wednesday, half day in government offices
Trial shift of 2G case to Tihar challenged
All the 14 individuals accused in the second generation (2G) spectrum allocation case Wednesday moved the Delhi High Court challenging a decision taken a day earlier to shift the trial to the high security Tihar Jail complex. More here: Trial shift of 2G case to Tihar challenged
Hollywood’s Rob Schneider excited about Indian debut
Well-known standup comedian and Hollywood actor Rob Schneider, who is set for his maiden Indian performance Wednesday, says he is excited to learn more about India's culture and share his routine with his fans here. Go here to see the original: Hollywood's Rob Schneider excited about Indian debut
Congress names 78 more nominees for Uttar Pradesh poll
The Congress party Wednesday released in New Delhi a list of 78 candidates for the Uttar Pradesh assembly polls in 2012, a party official here said. More here: Congress names 78 more nominees for Uttar Pradesh poll
Hegde, latest Team Anna member to be caught in row
Bangalore: Former Karnataka Lokayukta (ombudsman) N. Santosh Hegde, a Team Anna member, was on Wednesday fighting off charges that he did nothing to curb corruption in the Lokayukta setup he headed Read the original here: Hegde, latest Team Anna member to be caught in row
Delhi medical college ties up with University of Edinburgh
The Delhi government's Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Edinburgh, Britain, to promote cooperation in research and teaching, Delhi Health Minister A.K. Follow this link: Delhi medical college ties up with University of Edinburgh
Bangladeshi held for killing senior citizen
A Bangladeshi migrant, who along with his brother-in-law and a friend killed his former elderly landlady believing she had lots of money but found only Rs.3,000 and a silver chain, has been arrested, police said Wednesday. Read more: Bangladeshi held for killing senior citizen
