December 2009
India to overtake China in 2020: Swaminathan Aiyar
By farr on December 31, 2009
India will gain demographically with a more literate workforce. The poorer Indian states will start catching up with the richer ones. This will take India’s GDP growth to 10% by 2020, while China’s growth will dip to 7-8%.
CBI, Ruchika’s brother keep Rathore on edge - Hindustan Times
By chimala on December 31, 2009
BBC News CBI, Ruchika's brother keep Rathore on edge Hindustan Times CBI spokesman Harsh Bal said in New Delhi on Thursday the agency was also examining the applicability of section 306 of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to … Rathore's lawyer throws more muck on Ruchika IBNLive.com Ruchika case gives police reforms a push Times of India Ruchika Case: CBI goes after molester Rathore Economic Times The Hindu
People to people verdict on Indo-Pak ties: Peace is the answer
By tdomf_c8305 on December 31, 2009
About two-thirds of those polled in India and almost three-fourths of those in Pakistan said they want peaceful ties between the two nations. Only 17% in India and 8% in Pakistan are opposed to the idea.
BJP questions delay in nod to prosecute Sajjan Kumar - Little About (blog)
By farr on December 31, 2009
Thaindian.com BJP questions delay in nod to prosecute Sajjan Kumar Little About (blog) New Delhi , Jan 1 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Friday questioned the time lag before the government gave the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) … CBI gets Lt. Governor's sanction to prosecute Sajjan Kumar The Hindu 1984 riots: CBI can charge Sajjan Kumar Times of India '84 riots: Sajjan faces legal action Indian Express IBNLive.com
New style divas of Bollywood of 2009 - Entertainment and Showbiz!
By basudev.news on December 31, 2009
New style divas of Bollywood of 2009 Entertainment and Showbiz! Bollywood has seen a lot of style divas in the past. Presently also it has many stylish leading ladies in Bollywood . But the year 2009 saw a different set … 3 idiots- Top 10 songs from the Bolly world in 2009 ! Vote your pick! Entertainment and Showbiz! all 2 news articles
It’s tough to play a simple, beautiful girl: Priyanka
By NK Goyal on December 31, 2009
She is smart, glamorous and one of the most sought after actresses in Bollywood, but Priyanka Chopra says it was difficult for her to portray a simple, beautiful girl in forthcoming film “Pyaar Impossible” and still try to hold the interest of audiences.
Top 10 health concerns of the decade
By basudev.news on December 31, 2009
From the recent Swine Flu pandemic to Cancer, AIDS and Obesity in children, we bring you a roundup of the most alarming ones which have managed to create ripples of tension in the minds of the young and old alike.
Rathore’s lawyer throws more muck on Ruchika - IBNLive.com
By farrukh on December 31, 2009
Zee News Rathore's lawyer throws more muck on Ruchika IBNLive.com New Delhi : Former Haryana Police director general of police SPS Rathore's lawyer and wife Abha alleges that Subhash Chandra Girhotra had married second time … Ruchika case gives police reforms a push Times of India Ruchika Case: CBI goes after molester Rathore Economic Times CBI mulls over charging Rathore with abetment to suicide The Hindu Daily News & Analysis
Gunman opens fire in Finland mall, 5 dead
By admin on December 31, 2009
A lone gunman killed four people in a rampage in a Finnish shopping mall on Thursday and also murdered his former girlfriend before being found dead himself, police said. The man named as Ibrahim Shkupolli, 43, opened fire in the suburban Helsinki mall where his ex-partner reportedly worked, shooting dead three men and a woman before fleeing, detectives told a press conference.
India-Pakistan border trade suspended in Kashmir over ban on certain items - Little About (blog)
By Basudev Mahapatra on December 31, 2009
DAWN.com India -Pakistan border trade suspended in Kashmir over ban on certain items Little About (blog) … are disappointed at the move of the Pakistani authorities to ban the export of moong dal, a popular pulse and other commodities such as ginger to India . … Pakistan sees India's war doctrine revision as a hostile move Economic Times Pakistan blames India for unrest UPI.com Coalition should not leave Afghanistan in haste, says FO Daily Times The News International
World »
Dhillon admits he accidentally knocked Indian toddler down
Source: NDTV News
Indian national Gursewak Dhillon, accused in the death of three-year-old Gurshan Singh Channa, has reportedly told Australian police that he accidentally knocked the toddler down when he opened the house door. 23-year-old Dhillon admitted disposing of the toddler’s body but denied deliberately injuring the child, the Age reported.
Business »
Markets trading flat; FMCG, auto up
Source: NDTV News
With not too many triggers emerging from the global markets, the key equity benchmark indices were trading flat on Wednesday. The Bombay Stock Exchange’s Sensitive Index, Sensex, opened over 0.08 per cent while the wide-based Nifty gained 0.04 per cent, above the psychologically important 5100 mark.
Health »
Maker Drops Hip Device, Then Warns of Failures
Source: New York Times
DePuy Orthopaedics alerted doctors to a high early failure rate of its artificial hip after announcing it would phase out the device citing slow sales.
Cricket »
Women’s Bill: MPs protest eviction of RS members
Source: Times Of India
Forcible eviction of seven Rajya Sabha members opposing the Women’s Bill triggered massive uproar in the Lok Sabha leading the Speaker to adjourn the House till 2pm.
Bollywood »
MJ was a womaniser, say former bodyguards
Source: NDTV News
‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson was a ladies man and a womaniser, according to his three security guards, Mike Garcia, Bill Whitfield and Javon ‘BJ’ Beard.
Hollywood »
‘American Idol’’s Top 16 Women Compete To Make it One More Week
Source: Entertainment Tonight
As Randy Jackson would say, “Check this out.” “American Idol” opened Tuesday night with Ellen DeGeneres sitting in Simon Cowell ’s lap whispering sweet nothings in his ear. Were they trying to put the kibosh on the rumors that they don’t get along? It wasn’t clear, but it was a fun way to add fuel to the fire. Then the talent portion of the night was launched with Katie Stevens performing a song by the first “American Idol” — Kelly Clarkson ’s “Breakaway.” Randy Jackson wasn’t blown away. He said, “I think Kelly Clarkson is one of the best contestants we have ever had. This paled in comparison. It was like karaoke.” Ellen was kinder, saying, “You took our note and sang a young song. I think it was a great song choice. You have a great voice. I didn’t feel the words. I didn’t feel you breaking away.” Kara DioGuardi commented, “You have a great radio voice. I can hear you. What is going on this year is we have people who really know themselves and people who don’t. You don’t really know who you are as an artist. You will get it, but the singing needed to be perfect tonight to stand out.” Simon concurred with Kara, adding, “I think this is confusing to you. To be fair, you took the advice. I think your issue is you haven’t worked out what kind of artist you want to be. The problem is the second half of the song didn’t go as it should have. You sucked the energy out of it. I have to give you 10 out of 10 for trying.” In a tribute to her father, who taught her how to sing, Siobhan Magnus performed “House of the Rising Sun” by The Animals . Randy complimented, “You know I am a fan. You come out every week and surprise us. I love what you do, because you take every risk. We give you advice. I don’t think you listen to us. Keep doing it because it is hot.” Ellen told her, “You are why I love music — because it is supposed to move you. I was captivated. I love what you did with the song. You made it current.” Kara pointed out, “I loved the a cappella vibe at the front. That was a brilliant choice. The thing about you is you are so unique and different. Week to week, I am surprised by you. You are doing great.” Simon wasn’t as big a fan. “If this was the first time I had seen you, I would have doubts,” he said. “You didn’t do anything different with the song. I was under-impressed. You did better last week. You didn’t have a moment like last week.”
