A high-level panel chaired by former RBI Governor Bimal Jalan that will scrutinise applications for new bank licences will hold its first meeting on November 1.

Rupee on Thursday had risen for the second day in a row and ended 13 paise higher at 61.46 against the dollar.

The Centre will soon take a decision on giving an industrial package to both Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, Union Commerce and Industries minister Anand Sharma said on Monday.

This came after a petitioner sought investigation by the CBI of all major riots that have taken place under SP in Uttar Pradesh.

Aditya Roy Kapur has been signed by the Bhatt camp for another movie, to be directed by Vishesh Bhatt.

An FIR was registered against Congress General Secretary Digvijaya Singh in Bhopal on Sunday over a controversial tweet posted by him after the arrest of former BJP Minister Raghavji on sodomy charge.

Light to moderate rain and thundershowers occurred at isolated places over Uttar Pradesh on Sunday.

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi will today make an aerial survey of rain-ravaged areas in Uttarkhand where flash floods have claimed over a hundred lives and left thousands of pilgrims for Himalayan shrines stranded.

The broadcaster said the allegations have been made against 81 current and former staff members and contributors.

Baz Luhrmann had turned down the opportunity to direct the 'Harry Potter' films for shooting 'Moulin Rogue'.

Sharath Kamal registered a 11-7 11-5 8-11 11-8 5-11 11-9 win over Spain's Carlos Machado in his first singles encounter.

Dempo's bid to defend their title went up in smoke as they lost to Sporting Clube de Goa through a self goal.

Sources say that documents from certain departments have also been seized after spotting irregularities.

Started with few aspirants' in 2002, the rally has become one of the most sought after motorsport events.

"It was a resurrection of Rajiv Gandhi, I heard his voice and tone," Aiyar said after Rahul's speech at Congress's Chintan Shivir.