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Navy puts pirates in hot water

The Navy said the Shipping Ministry wants to increase the number of Indian warships patrolling in the area to four.

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A laughter riot awaits

Comedy programmes are becoming a popular mode of mass entertainment, drawing huge audiences.

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Hillary seen accepting Secretary of State offer

The former First Lady's friends told US media Clinton had decided to give up her Senate seat and accept Obama's offer.

When death stalks in faraway lands

It is far from clear why seven Andhra Pradesh students in the US were attacked in the last 11 months.

'Thank you, Chennai': Anand

The world chess champion said he was moved by the sight of so many fans greeting him when he flew in at midnight.

Twenty20 for 2012 Olympics

The London Assembly has called for Twenty20 cricket to be included as a showcase sport in the 2012 Olympic Games.

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Joshna wins squash title

Joshna Chinappa defeated Malaysia's Low Wee Wern 11-8, 11-7, 11-6, in the final of the NSC Super Satellite No.4 squash.

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Business

US stocks rally on Obama pick

The choice of Timothy Geithner, president of the Fed Reserve of New York, as treasury secretary boosted markets.

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Arts

Pippi’s destination next

Chennaiites will now get a taste of the evergreen Pippi Longstocking, with the release of the book in Chennai.

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LifeStyle

Malaika to launch fashion line

Malaika Arora Khan, as a meticulous planner, knows what kind of clothes can and cannot be worn in India.

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Magazine

Employ the new space

As NASA plans to retire the space shuttle, there is an opportunity for countries like India to step in and fill the gap.

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Buzzing Blogs

Rajan Bala's Brickbats
Is Yuvraj a one-day wonder?
England’s captain, Kevin Peterson has been hit by a missile named Yuvraj Singh. After the Punjab...
By Rajan Bala

Pulse
Lower prices? How about lower oil?
Was Finance Minister P Chidambaram wrong in urging companies to slash prices to overcome depressed demand?
By Bala Murali Krishna

Sports File
When Yuvraj (briefly) reigns
The English media went miles ahead of their Indian counterpart in glorifying Yuvraj Singh's pluck in Rajkot....
By Ramesh Behera

Sangeetham
Music's divine charm
By music one can easily attain god. Even animals like the cow and snake are enchanted by music. Why, even plants...
By Saraspriya

Two cheers for Rahul Gandhi

As the heir apparent of the Nehru dynasty, Mr. Rahul’s comments carry more weight than the remarks of other Congressmen.


Neglect of military morale

The government should look at solving the crisis of the Sixth Pay Commission award, which affects the defence forces.


Kanimozhi & seven dwarfs

It’s a fairytale with a twist. Instead of Snow White, it will be Tamil Nadu residents who will bite the poisoned apple.


Wobbling gods and dancing men

The main purpose of grand immersion processions is to celebrate each and every festival in the Indian calendar.


Entertainment

A dancing queen’s comeback

Jyothi Lakshmi who took the audience by storm with her sexy dance numbers is making her comeback.

SRK's teen fan released

Nasir Sultan, a 15-year-old Pakistani boy was jailed in Punjab after crossing the border to meet Shah Rukh Khan.

MJ converts to Islam

Troubled pop star Michael Jackson has converted to Islam and changed his name to Mikaeel.

Rahul Mahajan quits Big Boss 2

Rahul Mahajan claims he has been charitable for the remaining three inmates of the house by pulling out of the show.

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