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Saddam held to account for crimes: UK
Saddam Hussein has been held account for some of his crimes against the Iraqi people, says British Foreign Secretary.
Modi's new year gift for rural sector
Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday had a new year's gift for the underprivileged girls of the state.
Airline employees union threatens strike
Workers of state-owned Indian say government has ignored their demand of raising salary.
Now a virtual tour of 10 Downing Street
After 270 years, Number 10 Downing Street is now open for public viewing in a virtual tour.
Kennedy targeted on 1963 Ireland trip
President John F Kennedy was the subject of death threats during his visit to Ireland in 1963, say police documents.
Muslims more literate than Hindus
According to a latest book the literacy rate among Muslims is better than the majority Hindus in eight states.
China bans illegal online broadcasters
China has banned companies illegally broadcasting TV programmes, including news content, on the Internet.
Reliance joins battle for Hutch-Essar
Reliance Communications is now pitted against Essar and Vodafone, which has valued the JV at $17-18 billion.
Ask Mamata to end fast: Kalam to PM
Mamata Banerjee's refusal to call off her fast has sparked concern in the highest echelons of politics in Delhi.
Cong has orphaned Hindus: Thackeray
Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray says "Hindus do not get what Muslims get in the country."
Figo signs for Al Ittihad, leaves Inter
Portuguese football star Luis Figo signed with Al Ittihad on Wednesday, and will move to Saudi Arabia next week.
For a prostitute-free New Year
The South Korean government is giving gifts for office workers who promise not to visit brothels this holiday season.
Mamata serious, NDA to move Prez
Mamata Banerjee complained of chest pain on Wednesday and was brought under medical care.
Dead man flying! A-I pilot grounded
An 'Air-India' pilot has been grounded after he forgot about a dead man on board at Birmingham Airport.
Philippines: Metre-high tsunami seen
Japan's Meteorogical Agency says earthquake off Taiwan measures preliminary magnitude 7.2.
Book of Vajpayee's poems released
A collection of poems penned by former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was released on his 82nd birthday.