Seminar on 'Living Buddhism in Northeast India' begins in AgartalaOctober 11th, 2009 AGARTALA - A three-day national seminar on 'Living Buddhism in Northeast India' commenced here. The objective of the seminar has been on to inspire people to follow the teachings of Buddha and thereby attain an understanding of life as well as inculcate a spirit of love and compassion.
PM greets nation on EidSeptember 20th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday greeted the nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr, saying the festival reflected the true spirit of India's composite culture. Eid-ul-Fitr, to be celebrated Monday, marks the end of the period of fasting during the holy month of Ramzan.
Transportation Department fines Spirit Airlines up to $375,000 for rules violationsSeptember 17th, 2009 DOT to fine Spirit Airlines up to $375,000WASHINGTON — The Transportation Department said on Thursday it will fine Spirit Airlines as much as $375,000 for breaking consumer rules. The civil penalty includes $215,000 that the small discount airline must pay right away, and another $160,000 it would have to pay if it breaks its agreement with the Transportation Department in the next year.
Advani epitomizes true spirit of sportsmanship: PMSeptember 9th, 2009 New Delhi, Sept 8 (IBNS)Congratulating Pankaj Advani on becoming the World Billiards Champion, Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh said the 24-year-old champ epitomizes true sportsman spirit. “On behalf of all Indians, I congratulate Pankaj Advani on winning the World Professional Billiards championship, the highest achievement in the game.
Congress leads in six of seven seats in DelhiMay 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The Congress was leading in six of the seven parliamentary constituencies in the national capital, about two hours into the counting of votes Saturday. Those leading were -- Kapil Sibal from Chandni Chowk, Sandeep Dikshit from East Delhi, Ramesh Kumar from South Delhi, Krishna Tirath from Northwest Delhi, J.P.
Ajay Maken, J.P. Agarwal win in DelhiMay 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Congress candidates Ajay Maken and J.P. Agarwal Saturday won from the New Delhi and northeast Delhi Lok Sabha constituencies, respectively.
Congress leads in all seven Delhi seatsMay 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The Congress party was leading in all seven parliamentary constituencies in the national capital, after three hours of vote counting Saturday. Those leading were Kapil Sibal from Chandni Chowk, Sandeep Dikshit from East Delhi, Ramesh Kumar from South Delhi, Krishna Tirath from Northwest Delhi, J.P.
BJP candidate faces hitch in voting, cries foulMay 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The BJP candidate for northeast Delhi, B.L. Sharma Prem, faced a minor hitch when he went to vote Thursday morning.
Polling begins in DelhiMay 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Polling began Thursday morning for the seven Lok Sabha seats of the national capital. About 11.09 million people - nearly four million of them in the age group of 18-29 - are eligible to vote at 11,348 polling booths in the capital.
Nominations of 56 candidates in Delhi rejectedApril 20th, 2009 NEW DELHI - As many as 56 nominations for the polls to the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi were rejected during scrutiny, the election office said Monday. 'A total of 222 candidates had filed their nominations for the seven constituencies.
Nominations of 56 candidates in Delhi rejectedApril 20th, 2009 NEW DELHI - As many as 56 nominations for the polls to the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi were rejected during scrutiny, the election office said Monday. 'A total of 222 candidates had filed their nominations for the seven constituencies.
228 nominations for seven Delhi seatsApril 18th, 2009 NEW DELHI - As nominations for the polls to the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi closed Saturday, the election office said 228 candidates had filed their nominations. The highest number of nominations - 56 - are from New Delhi seat and the lowest - 22 each - are from Northwest Delhi and South Delhi, a statement from the poll panel said.
Congress releases its list of candidates for DelhiMarch 23rd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Congress has released its list of six candidates for general elections in Delhi, including Union Ministers Ajay Maken and Kapil Sibal. Sibal will contest from Chandani Chowk seat, while Ajay Maken will try his luck from New Delhi parliamentary constituency.
It's hard to believe I am alive: Chhattisgarh woman copJanuary 26th, 2009 RAIPUR - A 23-year-old woman cop in Chhattisgarh, who was freed unharmed by Maoists after 10 days in captivity, Tuesday said she could not believe that she was alive. 'It is hard to believe (that) I am alive,' constable Kiran Usendi said.
Christmas an opportunity to celebrate spirit of sharing: PMDecember 23rd, 2008 NEW DELHI - Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday greeted the nation on the occasion of Christmas and said the festival was an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of sharing and imbibe the teachings of Jesus Christ. The prime minister said in his message: 'Christmas, which celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, is an occasion for hope and happiness and provides an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of sharing and brotherhood.'
He added: 'We should rededicate ourselves on this occasion to imbibe the life and teachings of Christ for the welfare of humankind.
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