Bench rules out ban on IPL, blames the whole problem on the governing body’s lackadaisical attitude Even as the spot-fixing scandal deepened, the Supreme Court on Tuesday pointed the finger at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), observing
Mr. Modi, who intends to play a ‘larger role’ at the national level, has been working behind the scenes in the last few weeks to position his favourites in crucial posts in the revamped organisation. Ahead of the BJP’s Parliamentary Board meeting, Gujar
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled the next iteration of its Xbox videogame console, Xbox One, in its latest bid to keep its market share in the home entertainment system market. Microsoft’s current console, the Xbox 360, has overtaken the videogame machine
The rupee on Wednesday recovered marginally by 6 paise to 55.35 against dollar at the Interbank Foreign Exchange on fresh selling of the US currency by exporters. Strengthening of the euro against the dollar in overseas market and a higher opening in the
Andy Murray has bowed to the inevitable and withdrawn from the French Open, with the world number two unable to play due to the recent aggravation of a longstanding back injury. The late Tuesday decision, which the Scot hinted at last week in Rome when he
The BSE benchmark Sensex on Wednesday rose by nearly 91 points in early trade on selective buying by funds in IT, banking and metal stocks amid positive global cues. The 30-share barometer gained 90.93 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 20,202.54 points. The in
CSK made it to the final of IPL-VI with a 48-run win over Mumbai Indians in the first qualifier, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photos: S. Subramanium
"I have done no wrong. I have always played cricket in the spirit of the game. " Pace bowler S. Sreesanth says he is innocent and that he has never indulged in spot-fixing. In a statement, released through senior advocate Rebecca John, the cricketer sai
Desperate for immediate success, English clubs have mindlessly sacked managers The disturbing trend of sacking managers and coaches, without giving them ample time to prove themselves, has plumbed depressing depths this season with more than a hundred lo
The appointment of Defence Secretary Shashi Kant Sharma as the next CAG creates a conflict of interest as he will sit in judgment on his accountability in military procurements made during his tenure Union Defence Secretary Shashi Kant Sharma has been a
Nine uninterrupted years in office cannot be made light of. After all, the last government to reach this milestone bowed out of power 36 years ago. Besides, history has held that feat to be dubious because Indira Gandhi, whose first stint lasted 11 years,
Opening economy vital to lift people from poverty: Nancy Powell More reforms are needed for India to return to the near 10 per cent growth, and lift people out of poverty, according to U.S. ambassador Nancy Powell. “If India is to grow again, support fo
India is poised to play a critical role in protecting and maintaining peace and stability in Central Asia in the backdrop of developments in Afghanistan and India's strategic partnership with Afghanistan’s neighbours like Uzbekistan is of critical importa
Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan on Tuesday met Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and discussed investment possibilities in the State.During a 45-minute meeting here, Mr. Li and Mr. Chavan discussed future investments in the industrial, pharmaceutica
A day after being sacked from his position as iGATE CEO, Phaneesh Murthy claimed on Tuesday that he was a victim of “extortion” by an employee who has alleged sexual harassment by him. Participating in a telephonic media conference , Mr. Murthy denied he
It is admissions time and there is never one answer to a question about the best college or course for a student. The Hindu Education Plus Career Fair 2013, to be held on Friday and Saturday at Chennai Trade Centre in Nandambakkam, will attempt to address
They keep a separate budget to fund academic , sports requirements of players/athletes Colleges, aided or self-financing, are going beyond the Government quota to admit students who excel in sports. Most of them do not stop with merely giving admissions
New facility on Anna Univ website to help students avoid agents In about a week, students, who have applied for engineering courses in Anna University, will get an approximate idea of the colleges and courses they can opt for, based on their marks. Th
Rise in demand attributed to increasing job opportunities If you are aspiring for a seat in undergraduate course in commerce or management, you are in for a tough fight. Top colleges across the city are witnessing a tremendous demand for the two courses
The Southern Naval Command’s Maritime Museum, located at Fort Kochi, hosts a variety of exhibits tracing the origin and evolution of the Indian Navy from the heyday of the East India Company. Photos: K.K. Mustafah
