‘Gross abuse of power’ by AAP govt: Shunglu panel

‘Gross abuse of power’ by AAP govt: Shunglu panel

New Delhi, April 6 : In what may land Aam Admi Party (AAP) in trouble, Shunglu Committee, formed by former Lt Governor Najeeb Jung, has highlighted the “gross abuse of power” by the Arvind Kejriwal-led government in the appointment process in Delhi. The three-member committee, in over 100-page report, questioned the appointment of Health Minister […]

10 held for duping people in US, India of $9 million

10 held for duping people in US, India of $9 million

New York, April 6 : Ten persons have been arrested and two others charged for allegedly duping persons in New York, Las Vegas and Mumbai to the tune of over $9 million through fraudulent diamond trade. Godel Sezanayev, Mark Mullakandov, Albert Foozailov, Imanil Muratov, Manashe Sezanayev, Nathan Itzchaki, Arkadiy Israilov, Ali Javidnezhad, Mark Natanzon, Sholom […]

US threatens unilateral action if UN fails to act on Syria

US threatens unilateral action if UN fails to act on Syria

United Nations : The United States on Thursday warned that it could take unilateral action if the United Nations fails to respond to a suspected chemical attack in Syria that has left scores dead, including children. “When the United Nations consistently fails in its duty to act collectively, there are times in the life of […]

India’s growth to accelerate to 7.4 per cent in 2017-18: ADB

India’s growth to accelerate to 7.4 per cent in 2017-18: ADB

New Delhi, April 6 : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday said that India’s growth rate will improve to 7.4 per cent during 2017-18 and go up further to 7.6 per cent in the next fiscal, remaining ahead of China. “The impact of the demonetisation of high-value banknotes is dissipating as the replacement banknotes […]

Big bang begins

Big bang begins

The 10th edition of the IPL is here. A few big stars are sitting this one out and a few will join the action midway, giving others an opportunity to hog the limelight. As defending champs Hyderabad take on Bangalore in the opener  tonight, here’s a lowdown on all the teams… For a larger image […]