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Federer, Djokovic storm into Dubai semis
The world's leading two players were joined in the last four by Tomas Berdych and Juan Martin Del Potro.
Delhi gets Rs 1,143 crore in budgetary allocation
Though Delhi was given Rs 1,031.61 crore for 2012-13, it could spend only Rs 831.61 crore which was reflected in the revised estimate.
Punjab by-polls: SAD wrests Moga seat from Cong
However, state Congress chief Amarinder Singh alleged that the verdict was "manipulated and manufactured" by the Akalis.
Residency certificate not enough for tax treaty benefits
Tax analysts said the amendment could create confusion among foreign investors.
Meghalaya: Congress to return to power, 3 ex-CMs win
The Congress increased its tally from the 2008 Assembly election when it had bagged 25 seats.
Bollywood Gossip: Big B finds Bhopal crowd extraordinary
The crowds in Bhopal bowled over megastar Amitabh Bachchan with their co-operative nature.
Budget: Sports Ministry gets a boost of Rs 214 crore
In 2012, the Ministry was allocated a total of Rs 1152 crore but it was later revised to 1005.60 crore.
Work on Direct Tax Code in progress: Chidambaram
Chidambaram said the DTC will be a new code based on the international practices that will be compatible with the needs of a fast developing economy.
Budget: Social spending hiked, I-T rates unchanged
Chidambaram did a tight rope walk balancing growth needs with fiscal prudence, stepped up expenditure in social sectors and cut subsidies.
Galvanised steel makers to benefit from Budget 2013
P Chidambaram has proposed to extend "full exemption from export duty" to galvanised steel sheets falling under certain sub-headings.
'Nirbhaya Fund' to be set up for empowerment of women
The announcement was made by P Chidambaram in the Lok Sabha amid thumping of desks by members.
Tax sops in RGESS extended to three years
The RGESS, originally announced in the Budget 2012-13, seeks to provide tax benefits to first-time investors in markets.
Tripura polls: Counting of votes amid tight security today
Prohibitory orders have been imposed within 100 meter of each counting hall and the entire counting process will be done under CCTV surveillance.
Chhattisgarh records 1,141 rape cases in a year
The maximum rape cases were from Raipur (117), Durg (101), Jashpur (89) and Raigarh (86).
Northeast polls: States to tighten security for counting
The poll panel has asked the states to ensure three-tier security around the counting centres.
Roger Federer thrashes Marcel Granollers to set up Davydenko QF in Dubai
The 17-time Grand Slam champion, who won 6-3 6-4 on Wednesday, has an 18-2 winning record against Russia's Davydenko.
