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Kerala facing 'grim' drought, govt gears up machinery

With scorching summer pushing Kerala to unprecedented drought, political parties have voiced concern in the state assembly over the acute water and power crisis even as the government said it has......

Srinagar: Trooper killed as militants attack BSF vehicle

One paramilitary Border Security Force trooper was killed and two others wounded in a militant ambush in summer capital Srinagar on Thursday morning. A senior police officer said that the trooper,......

No load shedding this summer in Maharashtra, promises CM

The Maharashtra government on Monday said that even though two big power plants with an installed capacity of over 3,000 MW are shut in the state, people will not be subject to load shedding."This......

PIX: Peace march eases tension in curfew-bound Srinagar

Even as the indefinite curfew continued in parts of Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital Srinagar, a peace march by prominent members of both the Shia-Sunni communities helped ease the situation.......

PICS: Srinagar curfew to continue until Friday

The indefinite curfew imposed in summer capital Srinagar on Wednesdy evening following sectarian clashes will continue until Friday without any break. This was announced by the state......

The best off-road SUVs in India

Come summer and it's time to head to the rugged countryside, preferably in the hills. Leaving the smoothness of macadammed roads behind would be fun - bumping along rock-strewn dirt tracks and......

'Solar shirt' to beat the summer heat

A Kolkata-based scientist has come up with a concept of a ‘solar summer shirt’ which will come with with inbuilt solar cells and fans to keep the wearer cool during hot days."We are......

Senate to vote on immigration reform this summer

As the negotiations on a comprehensive immigration reform among key stake holders enters its last phase, a top American Senator believes that the Senate would be able to vote on a bill in this......

Except IndiGo, SpiceJet, Indian carriers cut flights

The number of weekly domestic flights this summer would come down from about 13,000 last year to little over 11,500 this year with most airlines scaling down operations.Only two no-frill carriers,......

AI lures travellers with 60-day advance fare offer

With summer holiday season approaching, Air India has launched a 60-day advance ticket purchase scheme for vacation travellers with prices close to air-conditioned train fares.The advance purchase......

PIX: Priyamani, Shriya, Trisha's Summer Fashion!

After some hot summer fashion tips from Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone and Kareena Kapoor, we decided to check out the summer fashion of our southern sirens. Kajal Agarwal gets cool and......

PIX: HOT Summer fashion from Anushka, Deepika, Kareena

The season of sweltering heat is upon us and us lesser mortals, unlike our Bollywood divas, have to fret over a wardrobe that is summer-friendly. So taking a leaf out of the hottest Bollywood......

PIX: Bollywood's Stars in UNIFORM

Summer holidays may have just kicked in but Bollywood's ready to go back to school. If Sonam Nair's Gippi explores the adventures of a gawky young girl during the 'age of change' struggling to......

PIX: Shah Rukh, Kareena, Katrina in COOL ads

Every summer, we have an onslaught of ads on television selling everything from talcum powders to air conditioners to aerated drinks. The ongoing IPL season especially has seen a lot of the......

Check out the Malayalam releases this week

Traditionally, the summer vacation is the best season for Malayalam cinema. A decent film will have a "safe run" at the box office during this period. No wonder almost every big star makes sure......

Brit sailing champ dies as boat capsizes in US at training

British yacht-racing champion Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson, who won a gold medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, was killed on Thursday when his vessel capsized in San Francisco Bay......

Junaid rejects County offers; to focus on Champions Trophy

Pakistan pace bowler Junaid Khan has turned down some attractive offers to play for English counties this summer as he wants to put all his energy in preparing well for the Champions Trophy, a......

2022 Qatar WCup could be played in winter: FIFA

The 2022 Qatar World Cup could be rescheduled from summer to winter if medical evidence shows the intense Middle East heat would harm players, FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke said on Saturday.......

Ministry writes to IOC to review decision on wrestling

Describing wrestling's omission from the 2020 Summer Games as against the Olympic tradition, the Sports Ministry asked India's representative in the IOC Randhir Singh to urgently take up the matter......

SA contemplating expanding Indian Test series next summer

South Africa is considering expanding the Test part of touring India’s full series next summer, and it is believed that Cricket South Africa (CSA) is already in talks with their Indian......

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Q. Which is the best soap in India for summers...?
Jakir Hussain: A. more

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Q. How to prevent hair loss in summmers?
Jakir Hussain: A. I USE KANTI FROM RAM DEV BABAJI more

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Q. Which of these terms is used for a state of political hostility characterized by threats or propaganda between countries?A) Summer War B) Cold War C) Rainy War D) Spring War
Pravin: A. Cucumber and yogurt pack is the best remedy for hair loss during Summer.Blend half a cucumber, 3 tablespoons of yogurt and 1 teaspoon of lime...... more

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Q. what is electricity bill you get in summer's?
Quest: A. Cold war more

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Web results for Summer

Barcelona make 23 million Euros offer to Neymar

Barcelona have reportedly made a final offer of 23 million euros to sign Brazil international striker Neymar during the European summer transfer... ...

http://ibnlive.in.com/news/barcelona-make-23-million-euros-offer-to-neymar/393672-5.html

Every body shape has a dressing style, just follow them!

With an ever-changing fashion trend in today’s world, there are just too many things to flatter your body’s shape. Here is a guide on... ...

http://post.jagran.com/every-body-shape-has-a-dressing-style-just-follow-them-1369387904

Things to consider when purchasing air conditioner

� Air conditioner is a good appliance to get relief from scorching summer. It requires periodic maintenance like other items of the house. The... ...

http://asianetindia.com/purchasing-air-conditioner/

Simpsons theme park to open at Universal Studios this summer

Popular animated series The Simpsons are heading to Florida as bosses at Universal Studios prepare to open a theme-park version of the... ...

http://www.firstpost.com/living/simpsons-theme-park-to-open-at-universal-studios-this-summer-812341.html

Scaling the great wall of symbolism

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's visit to India showed the impact of patient and persuasive diplomacy on both sides - but it's the outcome that will... ...

http://www.rediff.com/news/column/scaling-the-great-wall-of-symbolism-column/20130524.htm

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