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Gujarat
Campaigning gains momentum in Rajkot-II seat
GANDHINAGAR, FEB. 7. As many as 18 candidates remained in fray for the Rajkot-II seat from where the Chief Minister, Narendra Modi, is seeking his maiden entry into the Gujarat Assembly. Today was the last day for the withdrawal of nominations ... More

Maharashtra
Will this poll restore Mumbai's glory?
MUMBAI, FEB. 7. Mumbai will go to the polls on Sunday to elect the city fathers. It is no ordinary civic body but a 117-year old, 227-member entity with a budget bigger than that of some smaller States - Rs. 4,500 crores - and a tradition of ... More

New Delhi
Divided by geography, united by misery
NEW DELHI, FEB. 7. ``Venda venda, venda venda!'' shouted the Narmada Bachao Andolan leader, Medha Patkar, outside Shastri Bhavan here today as many passers-by listened quietly. But the words -- which mean ``Don't need it'' in Malayalam -- were ... More


Disabled fast for rights
Facing a six-year history of apathy by the Government towards the needs and aspirations of the differently-abled community, a number of groups working for their empowerment went on a one-day fast today to ``make the government stand up and take ... More
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  • Lok Adalats for women
  • Feast for documentary fans
  • Talk of the Town
  • More time sought for diesel buses
  • Pollution cess planned

    Orissa
    One killed in train-truck smash
    BHUBANESWAR, FEB. 7. At least one person was killed and two others were injured when a train hit a truck at an unmanned level crossing between Kandal Road and Kesinga stations in Kalahandi district today. Official sources said that the ... More



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