The threat of radio-active rays looms large

Why the recent incident of a radiation leak in New Delhi should not be taken lightly. Gopal Krishna tracksthe vicious cycle. A metal scrap dealer and four workers are being treated in Delhi for......

Toxic US ship denied entry into Alang shipyard

India on Thursday denied permission to a US ship allegedly containing toxic waste to anchor at the Alang ship breaking yard on the Gujarat coast. New Delhi has sent a firm message to first world......

President's address to the Parliament

Following is the trascriptof President Pratibha Patil's address to the joint sittingof Parliament on Thursday.Honourable Members, I convey my good wishes to you and to all our people. On behalf of......

'Vision Ignites the Nation'

Dear Citizens, On the eve of the 58th Republic Day of India, my greetings to all of you in the country and those living abroad. I convey my special greetings to the members of our Armed Forces and......

Of credit card woes and more

Problems - not just for the credit card holderIf you were thinking that by raising interest rates, the RBI is only trying to get stricter with credit card holders, think again. Banks looking to get......