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LIVE! Jaya goes for bureaucratic shake-up hours after taking charge
Britain grants asylum to former Maldives Prez Mohamed Nasheed - 23:15 IST
2 terror attacks in Srinagar leave 3 cops dead - 22:32 IST
Time to regain past glory, says PM on India-Iran ties - 22:30 IST
Prime Minister Modi meets Iranian Supreme Leader - 21:41 IST
Court refuses bail to 14 suspected IS operatives - 21:26 IST
Prez seeks more information on NEET ordinance - 21:23 IST
What is a Chinese nuclear sub doing in Karachi? - 20:48 IST
Jayalalithaa sworn-in as Tamil Nadu CM for the 6th time - 20:25 IST
'In two years, there hasn't been a single case of corruption in the defence ministry' - 20:13 IST
May 23 to be observed as 'Day of Chabahar': Rouhani - 20:01 IST
In a first, Pope Francis meets grand imam of Al-Azhar in Vatican - 19:59 IST
President will raise Azhar, NSG issues with China - 19:38 IST
Jaya begins new chapter in chequered political career - 19:04 IST
NSG membership: China rebuts India's stand on France - 18:48 IST
PM talks dosti as India-Iran sign historic Chabahar pact - 18:07 IST
SC to hear Italian marine's plea to go back home - 17:04 IST
BJP protests outside Mamata's residence against attack on Roopa Ganguly - 16:51 IST
Stalin pushed to back rows at Jaya swearing-in, Karunanidhi livid - 16:42 IST
Political parties got Rs 2,100 cr state poll funds via cash: ADR - 16:34 IST
Ties with US on 'razor edge' after Mansour's killing: Pak media - 16:03 IST
'May take 10 years for India to have reusable rocket' - 15:51 IST
Indian climber dies, two others missing on Mount Everest - 15:46 IST
CM Jaya fulfils poll promises within minutes; orders free power, crop loan waiver - 15:35 IST
Only 1 pc water remains in Marathwada dams - 15:28 IST
Why Venkaiah Naidu was at Jaya's swearing-in - 15:21 IST
RLV-TD, India's first 'space shuttle', successfully launched - 15:21 IST
2 IndiGo pilots suspended for flying plane close to the road - 15:16 IST
Sheena Bora case: Peter Mukerjea's bail plea rejected - 14:22 IST
Trump has wiped out Clinton's lead, says latest poll - 12:57 IST
'Elements in Pak army, ISI have worked with Taliban' - 12:47 IST
Obama confirms Taliban chief's death in drone strike - 12:40 IST
That's her bad! When Smriti dragged Rahul into her Twitter spat - 12:14 IST
Modi meets Prez Rouhani, Chabahar Port pact on Iran agenda - 11:52 IST
Who botched up the Malegaon blast investigation? - 11:39 IST
Here, you can be a part of the painting - 11:38 IST
Why is Nitish Kumar helpless? - 11:29 IST
Won't apologise for atomic bombing during Hiroshima visit: Obama - 09:54 IST
Focusing on Brahmins won't work for Congress in UP - 09:37 IST
Congress overhaul: Is Priyanka in? - 08:58 IST

12-yr-old Tanishq Abraham to become doctor at 18 - 19:40 IST
Beware! Eating bread could lead to cancer - 18:03 IST
10 clever ways to refashion old silk saris - 16:34 IST
When exercise does more harm than good - 16:32 IST
Want to be an animator? - 16:30 IST
Memorable meal: The Thukpas in Sikkim were delicious - 14:50 IST
Busted! 4 myths about women entrepreneurs - 10:04 IST

ED to invoke India-UK treaty for Mallya's extradition - 21:39 IST
Beware! The bread you eat contains cancer-causing chemicals - 19:46 IST
India, Iran sign strategic Chabahar port pact - 19:15 IST
Rupee holds 2-1/2 mth low at 67.49, down 5 paise - 18:51 IST
Jan Dhan accounts more vulnerable to frauds: RBI - 18:38 IST
Nifty ends below 7,750 amid volatility; Lupin falls 12% in 2 sessions - 17:36 IST
HC dismisses petition on call drop - 17:32 IST
How Lenskart is defying the start-up trend - 16:39 IST
India, Thailand, Myanmar to be connected with a 1400-km road - 16:20 IST
This is why Maruti is No 1 in India! - 16:04 IST
Silver struggles for sixth day, down Rs 320; Gold steady - 15:54 IST
Nissan gets going with Datsun - 15:40 IST
Mercedes-Benz GLS touted as the S-Class of SUVs - 15:30 IST
'Investors can now see the advantages of coming to Bengal' - 14:58 IST
Bank mergers: Changes that customers can expect - 14:51 IST
Govt to kick off minority stake sale in six PSUs - 13:31 IST
India Inc's distress sale misses its mark - 13:18 IST
Banks get serious, plan to sort of NPA mess soon - 12:50 IST
Nobody in the private sector is here for charity: Venkaiah Naidu - 12:38 IST
How to win the battle against inflation and still sustain growth - 12:36 IST
Should you opt for National Pension System? - 12:36 IST
Raghuram Rajan must stay on as RBI Governor! - 12:15 IST
Black money declarant to pay tax on future asset sale - 11:53 IST
PM for cashless society, shield for water resources - 11:42 IST
How Gadkari plans to fund India's dream infrastructure projects - 11:08 IST
Modi's dream to 'power India' taking shape - 10:59 IST
Apple woos India, government must make the right moves - 10:41 IST
Spectrum auction pushed to September - 10:34 IST
Baba Ramdev's products: Retail chains opt for loyalty points - 09:18 IST
Gambling to be legal? Maharashtra to take a call - 08:57 IST
GST to test Modi government's legislative skills - 08:44 IST

Barabati stadium set to regain Test status after 21 years - 23:21 IST
'It is good to see performances in domestic cricket being rewarded' - 20:25 IST
BCCI seeks redemption, aims to bring more transparency - 18:59 IST
'Matured' Fazal ready to make it count after India call-up - 18:35 IST
Parliament or BCCI? Why Anurag Thakur must quit one - 16:43 IST
Dhoni to lead second-string Indian team for Zimbabwe tour - 16:28 IST
It is important not to get arrogant or rude, says in-form Kohli - 14:36 IST
With momentum on their side, confident RCB to challenge Gujarat for final berth - 14:26 IST
Why Steven Smith is wary of pink ball Test at Gabba? - 14:09 IST
How IPL has helped Quinton De Kock... - 13:48 IST
Woakes replaces injured Stokes in England squad - 12:49 IST
The IPL has become boring! - 09:59 IST
Ganguly bats for day-night Tests - 09:57 IST
Check out new BCCI president Thakur's initiatives - 08:21 IST

Damp fans learn French Open roof still years away - 22:46 IST
FRENCH OPEN PHOTOS: Wawrinka survives Rosol scare - 22:00 IST
Conte omits Balotelli, Pirlo from provisional Italy Euro 2016 squad - 20:57 IST
Manchester United sack manager Louis van Gaal, Mourinho likely to take over - 19:17 IST
Big-hearted Beckham buys lunch for homeless man - 17:38 IST
French officials fret over stadium security ahead of Euro 2016 - 17:25 IST
French Open: Wawrinka made to wait as rain delays play on Day 2 - 14:52 IST
Manchester United shares waver as Mourinho expected to join club - 14:19 IST
'Kings of Spain', Barca players celebrate Copa del Rey win in style - 13:13 IST
'Barcelona is made of champions' - 10:03 IST
Cueist Pankaj Advani creates history! - 09:53 IST
Suarez doubtful for Copa America - 09:34 IST
What to expect at French Open... - 08:34 IST
King's Cup PIX: Barca complete double with win over Sevilla - 08:10 IST
Irish Open: McIlroy holds off Knox to win - 08:07 IST
Football friendly: Kane, Vardy inspire England to win - 07:50 IST
No Olympic quota for Indian women boxers - 07:15 IST

Ash, Sonam, Freida: Who looked the best at Cannes? - 18:25 IST
Jacqueline, Sonam, Deepika: Silver gals of Bollywood - 18:24 IST
'If you see Sarbjit, you won't see Aishwarya' - 18:24 IST
PIX: Balika Vadhu fame actress Avika Gor in Cannes - 17:59 IST
Box Office: Aishwarya's Sarbjit fails to draw audience - 16:29 IST
Funnier than Aishwarya's lips: The week in the movies - 16:01 IST
'I'm in no hurry to wear my wedding dress' - 15:51 IST
Ken Loach, Xavier Dolan win at Cannes - 15:08 IST
Neecha Nagar, The King's Speech, Burn Notice: What's the Link? - 14:24 IST
Vidya Balan takes voice coaching - 13:57 IST
Mohanlal unveils Puli Murugan teaser - 11:58 IST
Beat #MondayBlues: Guess who these actresses are! - 09:31 IST
Quiz: Which of Raj Kapoor's sons made his debut in Mera Naam Joker? - 09:30 IST

PIX: Balika Vadhu fame actress Avika Gor in Cannes - 17:59 IST
Nissan gets going with Datsun - 15:40 IST
French Open: Wawrinka made to wait as rain delays play on Day 2 - 14:52 IST
'Kings of Spain', Barca players celebrate Copa del Rey win in style - 13:13 IST
Here, you can be a part of the painting - 11:38 IST
King's Cup PIX: Barca complete double with win over Sevilla - 08:10 IST

'In two years, there hasn't been a single case of corruption in the defence ministry'
Nobody in the private sector is here for charity: Venkaiah Naidu
'Investors can now see the advantages of coming to Bengal'