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Help de-escalate Indo-Pak situation, US tells its envoys

Concerned over the rise in tension between India and Pakistan over the brutal killing of two Indian soldiers, the United States said it has been counselling both governments to de-escalate the......

We hope India, Pak maintain peace and stability: US

In view of the unprovoked firing by the Pakistani army killing two Indian soldiers, the United States hoped that the two neighbours would work together to maintain peace and stability in the......

US offers help to India to curb crimes against women

In the wake of the horrific gang-rape of a 23-year-old girl in Delhi, the United States has offered its assistance to India in strengthening public and private organisations which are working to......

Pakistan is still a terror sanctuary: US report

Continued presence of terrorist safe havens inside Pakistan undermines security of bordering Afghanistan and poses an enduring threat to the US-led international forces in the war-torn country, the......

Exclusive: What provoked the India-China war?

Colonel Anil Athale (retd), the official historian of India's 1962 war with China, pin-points the reasons for the clash between the Asian giants 50 years ago and the series of blunders that led to......

China wealth fund, Commerce Min to get new heads

China will likely appoint savvy international dealmakers to run its giant sovereign wealth fund and Commerce Ministry in a soft power push to soothe fears over a planned spending spree to boost......

Work on PCs? Here're new glasses to save your eyes

Are you a computer addict, spend long hours working before the screen and are worried about your eyesight? Well, now you can protect your eyes easily. Gunnar Optiks, one of the leading......

Check out the world's highest hotel!

The world's highest hotel, Ritz Carlton is open in Hong Kong. With spectacular views of the Victoria Harbour, the 118-storyed architectural marvel is a sight to behold. Click NEXT to read on ...

First PHOTOS: Warren Buffett in India

Indian hospitality received a strong endorsement from the world's third richest man, Warren Buffett, who said he was treated much better in India than back in the United States. "I am just......

E-shopping sites: Get the best of online bargains

The festival season is here and it's a good time for bargain hunting on shopping websites. Whether you want to pamper yourself or buy gifts, these websites are a great place to avail good......

Review: Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns in grand style

Tigmanshu Dhulia's Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns is better, sharper and more assured than the prequel, writes Raja Sen.The title means nothing, you know. Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster was fine,......

Review: Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns in grand style

Tigmanshu Dhulia's Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns is better, sharper and more assured than the prequel, writes Raja Sen.The title means nothing, you know. Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster was fine,......

Looking at Shahid's many link-ups

Shahid Kapoor's career seems to be going great guns, with him doing great movies like Jab We Met and Kaminey. And off the camera, he's been doing quite well too, having become quite the ladies'......

'I would not choose a boy according to his Raashee'

Priyanka Chopra has had three back-to-back hits -- Fashion, Dostana and Kaminey -- and she is obviously enjoying her time in the sun. Her next film, What's Your Raashee, sees her don 12......

Top Celeb Hat Wearers

French First Lady Carla Bruni has topped the list of celebrity hat wearers among the females. The former model and singer has beaten the Queen to make it to the top of list, reports British......

NSW hold edge over Victoria in first semi-final

Batting might tilts the balance in New South Wales' favour when Simon Katich and his men cross swords with Victoria Bushrangers in an all-Australian semi-final in the Champions League Twenty20 in......

Lehmann favourite to become next Oz ODI coach

Former all rounder Darren Lehmann has emerged as a firm favourite to become Australia's next limited-overs coach. It is understood that Cricket Australia (CA) is looking at splitting the roles of......

Stosur eases through in Dubai, Azarenka pulls out

Grand Slam winners Samantha Stosur and Petra Kvitova strolled into the second round of the Dubai championships with straight sets wins on Tuesday after Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka......

Ivanovic reaches Dubai second round, Stephens bows out

Former French Open champion Ana Ivanovic beat Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-3, 7-6 in the first round of the Dubai tennis championships on Monday while US teenager Sloane Stephens was eliminated in......

Radwanska to face Petrova in Tokyo final

Defending champion Agnieszka Radwanska pulverised Angelique Kerber 6-1, 6-1 to set up a final with Nadia Petrova at the Pan Pacific Open on Friday. Russian Petrova upset eighth seed Samantha Stosur......

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Q. How many Victoria crosses were awarded during the Vietnam War?
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Q. Which award has the words for valour on it?
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Q. Which is the highest gallantry award in India?any one ans this question,,,ok,,,
Narendra Sharma: A. The highest gallantry wards in India are:1. Param Vir Chakra (PVC)2. Maha Vir Chakra (MVC)3. Vir Chakra (VrC)1. Param Vir Chakra (PVC):It is...... more

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Nadal cruches Federer to win seventh Rome title

agence france-presseROME, 19 MAY: Spain's Rafael Nadal dominated his 30th meeting with Swiss rival Roger Federer to secure his seventh title in... ...

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Beckham tears and Ibrahimovic joy as PSG triumph

Sweden striker Ibrahimovic took his league tally this season to 29 goals, a personal best. Former France forward Jean-Pierre Papin was the last... ...

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Tearful Beckham bids farewell to Paris

By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice while David Beckham produced an emotional Parc des Princes farewell as Ligue 1... ...

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Army division exhibits posters of bravehearts

The oldest division of the Indian Army - Allahabad-based Red Eagle Division - has put up posters of brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice... ...

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Beckham is ending it after 20 years of bending it. And he's gonna get Victoria's Secret millions

England's best known footballer David Beckham announced his retirement on Thursday after a career laden with trophies and glamour that had a... ...

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