DNA Newsletter: February 17, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Wednesday, February 17, 2010
In this email: Mumbai | India | World | Money | Sport | Entertainment
TOP NEWS India sceptical over intelligence sharing with Pakistan Gilani repeated the civilian government's line that a standoff between India and Pakistan would "further the agenda'' of terrorists who thrived on anti-India sentiments. Common syllabus for all boards from 2011 Curriculum for Maths, Science for Std XI and XII same; one entrance test for medical, engineering. Pune blast: We did it, says obscure Pak outfit 1,411 an exaggerated figure: Environment ministry on number of big cats IAF MiG-27 fighter jet crashes in Bengal, pilot killed MUMBAI RDX usage confirmed in Pune blast "It was a mixture of RDX, Ammonium nitrate and Petroleum hydrocarbon oil that set off the blast," police commissioner Satyapal Singh told reporters. Iran seeks arrest of those involved in Pune blast Two detained, police say ammonium nitrate used in Pune blast Pune blast: We did it, says obscure Pak outfit more Mumbai » INDIA Three Russian Ka-226 choppers in high-altitude India trials The tenders were floated last year to equip the army with 133 and the IAF with 64 such choppers to replace its ageing 350-helicopter Cheetah and Chetak fleet. Iran seeks arrest of those involved in Pune blast Cong high command summons party MLAs over Srikrishna panel Bengal police need proper training to face Maoists: Centre more India » WORLD Iran seeks arrest of those involved in Pune blast The Iran embassy said it was "offering condolence and sympathy to the family members of the victims of the terrorist act in which one Iranian student was killed and five others were injured." Taliban commander captured in joint raid in Karachi Pune blast: We did it, says obscure Pak outfit Obama-Dalai meeting to send a strong signal to China: Tenzin Takhla more World » MONEY Leading channels to stay away from IPL The News Broadcasters Association (NBA) said that the IPL authorities and the official broadcaster of the event, in their meeting today, "arbitrarily" refused to abide by the 2008 norms which was endorsed by NBA. Sony pulls plug on new flat TV in Japan SBI may buy stake in Tata Motors unit: Report Lockheed to deliver Hercules in Dec, expects more tenders more Money » SPORT SA 6/0 after India declare first innings at 643/6 on day three VVS Laxman and skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni were approaching individual hundreds as India consolidated their position in the second cricket Test. Leading channels to stay away from IPL Most Pakistani cricketers are involved in match-fixing: Pak senator Rafael Nadal dismisses Shakira romance rumours more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT My Name Is Khan smashes box-office record in the US The Shah Rukh Khan-starrer has hit the $2 million mark faster than the earlier record holder, Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots. 3 Idiots entirely based on my work: Chetan Bhagat Abhishek, Aishwarya visit grandma in Bhopal Leading channels to stay away from IPL more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 16, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Tuesday, February 16, 2010
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TOP NEWS Terror fund flow may have increased after 26/11 However, in 2009, the year following the carnage, there was a two-fold jump in suspicious transactions across the country. Most of these transactions are believed to be aimed at bankrolling terror activities. Can't rule out foreign involvement in Pune blast: GK Pillai The home secretary said Headley had spoken of an ISI-sponsored 'Karachi Project' to take away Indian youth to Pakistan and indoctrinate them to carry out terror attacks in India. Inflation soars, price rise beyond foodgrains Indian Army raising two divisions close to China border 20 killed in Maoist ambush on paramilitary camp in West Midnapore MUMBAI When death visited Kolkata siblings at German bakery A student of BA first year at Ferguson college here, Anandi Dhar (19) had joined Ankik (23), her brother who had come down to Pune from Mumbai to give a treat for getting a job. 1 to 1.5 kg RDX used in Pune blast: Forensic report Sena-BJP MPs walk out of CM's meet; say govt failed to act Wall near German bakery prevented damage to lives, property more Mumbai » INDIA Indian Army raising two divisions close to China border Defence minister AK Antony said on Monday that the move did not reflect any hostile intention on India's part. The divisions were for the nation's defence, he said. Telangana issue: Police baton-charge Osmania University students India ticks off Kerry over Indo-Pak talks Janaki Ballabh Shastri refuses to accept Padma award again more India » WORLD Two hurt as three vehicles in Joseph Biden's motorcade crash The US vice-president's limousine was not involved in the three-vehicle collision and he continued his journey without incident. Pak looking up to US to match India's military might: Haqqani UN panel admits new error in key climate report Justice more important in Pakistan than roti, kapda aur makaan: Imran Khan more World » MONEY Zain board okays $10.7 bln Bharti bid for Africa operations The deal marks one of the biggest cross-border transactions in the Middle East and a turning point in the saga around the third-biggest telecoms operator in the region. Gold gains on positive global cues, buying support Samsung, Sony Ericsson roll out new smartphones Vascon interested in developing non-major airports more Money » SPORT Virender Sehwag's ton, Sachin Tendulkar's fifty take India to 232 After polishing off South Africa's first innings at 296, the hosts rode on Tendulkar's 47th ton and Sehwag's 19th century to reach 342 for five at close on the second day. Tiger Woods keeps distance from family home Australian cricket administrator asks Australian cricketers not to worry over Sena IPL threat 'Nice boy' Dravid visits his alma mater more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT Tarantino, Pitt stay away from pot while shooting In 2009, the duo had come together for the critically acclaimed and commercially successful Inglourious Basterds. And though both seem to like their reefer, they prefer to stay away from it while shooting. Jessica Alba vows never to go nude onscreen Heidi Klum to guest star in Desperate Housewives Sam Worthington tipped to play new Bond more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 14, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Sunday, February 14, 2010
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TOP NEWS 9 dead, 45 injured in blast at Pune's German Bakery Union home secretary GK Pillai said that the Maharashtra government had been issued an advisory on October 12, 2009. He added that the bomb was placed in a packet opened by a waiter. My Name Is Khan is handshake between India and the West 'Germans love Shah Rukh Khan as well as our commercial films, and he 'is' the film,' said Karan Johar. Telangana Congress legislators split into two groups India can build global technology: Anil Kakodkar Congress plays down report on Sonia Gandhi as NAC chairperson MUMBAI 9 dead, 45 injured in blast at Pune's German Bakery Union home secretary GK Pillai said that the Maharashtra government had been issued an advisory on October 12, 2009. He added that the bomb was placed in a packet opened by a waiter. Pune blast: 5 to 7 kg of IED was used in German Bakery blast 'Jai Maharashtra', says SRK's wife after My Name Is Khan release Is Chavan CM or Shah Rukh Khan's bodyguard: Bal Thackeray more Mumbai » INDIA Telangana Congress legislators split into two groups Former ministers K Jana Reddy and R Damodar Reddy were the only prominent Congress MLAs from the region who attended the meeting while only one MP, G Vivekananda, was present. Bajrang Dal threatens to disrupt Valentine's Day festivities in West Bengal Normal life partially disrupted due to bandh in Telangana Offsets would be mandatory even for single vendor contracts more India » WORLD My Name Is Khan is handshake between India and the West 'Germans love Shah Rukh Khan as well as our commercial films, and he 'is' the film,' said Karan Johar. Indian-American professor among three killed in US shooting US, NATO forces storm into Marjah as Taliban flee Toyota believes no problem with electronic throttle more World » MONEY Google does a search for mobile application revenues In India, the search behemoth Google is bullish about mobile application mainly because telecom service providers are pushing their data products in a big way. Offsets would be mandatory even for single vendor contracts India may rework road map for capital account convertibility: Subbarao Toyota believes no problem with electronic throttle more Money » SPORT Arsenal signs Marouane Chamakh for £10.4 million Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh will be an Arsenal player this summer after agreeing to a four-year 10.4 million pound deal. Vancouver 2010 Winter Games spark blood-doping fears Former Man U team-mate warns David Beckham of rough ride ahead of dream Old Trafford clash Vancouver Olympics: Luge crash death darkens Games mood more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT Bollywood shows solidarity for My Name Is Khan Film stars thronged theatres in Mumbai to watch the Shah Rukh Khan starrer despite threats from the Shiv Sena. 'Jai Maharashtra', says SRK's wife after My Name Is Khan release Shah Rukh's pep talk to exhibitors carried the day for My Name Is Khan My Name Is Khan is handshake between India and the West more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 13, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Saturday, February 13, 2010
In this email: Mumbai | India | World | Money | Sport | Entertainment
TOP NEWS Mumbai ensures My Name Is Khan is a hit Outside every cinema, Mumbai's spirit was in full view, as all shows ran houseful. Cynicism in air as India, Pak decide to talk Salman Bashir called Nirupama Rao on Friday to confirm he will accept her invitation for talks extended over phone last month G20's global forum important to check tax evasion: Pranab Four more lanes on Bandra-Worli Sea Link to open in Feb Terms of reference for Telangana committee on expected lines: Lok Satta MUMBAI SRK's wife defies Sena threat, watches MNIK in theatre A co-producer of the film herself, Gauri urged cinegoers to catch up with the movie saying it is a "beautiful" picture. Sena attacks Shah Rukh Khan's production house in Mumbai Defiant Mumbai backs My Name Is Khan, snubs Sena Let those who love Pak-lover SRK watch the film: Bal Thackeray more Mumbai » INDIA SRS gives bandh call in Karnataka tomorrow, police steps up vigil The Rama Sene also gave a call for a Karnataka Bandh tomorrow to protest against the attack on its founder Pramod Mutalik allegedly by Youth Congress activists here yesterday. Shiva helpless on Cupid ratri Telangana issue: All-party JAC to intensify agitation, bandh tomorrow Sell-out crowds greet Shah Rukh's My Name Is Khan in West Bengal more India » WORLD Ranil Wickremasinghe meets Rajapaksa, asks him to release Fonseka The Lankan Opposition leader had on Wednesday told reporters that neither the constitution nor the army Act contained any legal provisions for the continued detention of the former army commander. My Name Is Khan has a big opening in the US 2 Indian brothers murdered in Perth; suspect arrested Cynicism in air as India, Pak decide to talk more World » MONEY Missile maker Raytheon bidding for tank upgrade in India Defence ministry officials said the government was looking to spend at least $100 million in upgrading the tanks, which India bought from Russia three decades ago. Deloitte to hire 12,000 more in India: Report Bharti Airtel adds 2.85 million users in January Maruti 800 sales to be discontinued in 13 cities: Chairman more Money » SPORT Tiger Woods comeback deadline tonight According to reports, Woods must get at least one tournament under his belt soon if he hopes to play at the Masters, which begins at Augusta on April 8. Graeme Smith injures finger ahead of Kolkata Test Pak cricket team likely to tour US in 2010 Kolkata won't become another Kotla, says CAB boss Dalmiya more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT Film review: My Name Is Khan remains on the fringes of great cinema The film combines elements of a love story with a message-oriented theme, and ends up being what can now be referred to as a 'Johar.' SRK's wife defies Sena threat, watches MNIK in theatre Bikini-clad Lady Gaga glues pearls to her face Sena attacks Shah Rukh Khan's production house in Mumbai more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 12, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Friday, February 12, 2010
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TOP NEWS Lawyer defending 26/11 accused shot dead in Mumbai office According to the police, Azmi was in his office with a peon when, at around 7.45pm, three persons entered and shot five rounds at him from point-blank range. Release of My Name Is Khan uncertain, decision at 9.30am today Even as distributors claim national release will take place on Friday as planned, Shiv Sainiks say they will visit all cinema halls to check if the movie is showing. PM's report card out, Congress big guns falter Krishna Tirath sacks media officer for advertisement goof-up India offers amnesty to Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir ultras MUMBAI Raj targets Amitabh Bachchan to win Sainik hearts Why is the same criterion not being applied to Amitabh Bachchan, who performed 'Aman ki Asha' with Pakistanis on Monday, MNS chief Raj Thackeray asked. Nooriya's friend spilled the beans on her drug use Lawyer defending 26/11 accused shot dead in Mumbai office Release of My Name Is Khan uncertain, decision at 9.30am today more Mumbai » INDIA American detained with knife at IGI, no proof of terror links A 61-year-old American national was detained last night, minutes before he was to board a Qatar-bound flight, after a knife was found in his hand baggage. Omar's surrender policy will promote gun culture in J&K: BJP Amar Singh attacks Mulayam, calls him a snake Sena activists blacken My Name Is Khan posters in Indore more India » WORLD Sarath Fonseka may be put in jail for five years: Defence secretary The court martial would start after a few procedures were completed, the powerful younger brother of the president and defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa said adding that the charges were 'serious'. Aerial shots of falling World Trade Center released Levi Johnston fires back at Bristol Palin over child support demands India trying to sidestep Kashmir issue: Pakistan more World » MONEY Karnataka bags big deals from Hero Honda, Tata Government okays plants in Hubli-Dharwad, Haveri. Wipro first India Company to offer 100% recyclable computers BIG Cinemas launches in Bangalore Patni Computer hopes to sign deals worth $150-$200 million more Money » SPORT Winter Olympics in Canada will see Arnold Schwarzenegger run in torch relay Schwarzenegger, 62, will take part in the ceremonial carrying of the Olympic flame ahead of the games' opening ceremony in Vancouver on February 12. Five-point somethings for MS Dhoni & Co VVS Laxman declared fit for Kotla test Usain Bolt, Roger Federer and Serena Williams nominated for Laureus awards more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT Release of My Name Is Khan uncertain, decision at 9.30am today Even as distributors claim national release will take place on Friday as planned, Shiv Sainiks say they will visit all cinema halls to check if the movie is showing. John Mayer's Playboy interview creates storm 'My integrity is non-negotiable', says SRK, wants closure of row with Sena Release of My Name Is Khan: Theatre owners unwilling to take risk more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 11, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Thursday, February 11, 2010
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TOP NEWS New Delhi unable to counter Pak's Afghan gameplan Pakistan has been publicly making the point for six months to the US and Nato forces that it is willing to play peace-broker with the Taliban. Theatre owners in Mumbai don't trust govt to protect them As chief minister Ashok Chavan softens stand on Sena, many exhibitors stop advance booking while Maratha Mandir pulls out of screening My Name Is Khan. ICC rejects BCCI's appeal, upholds ban on Kotla Hope sentiments by Australia translates into actions: Congress Indian breaches Detroit airport security, charged MUMBAI Mumbai multiplexes restart advance booking of My Name Is Khan Some cinema halls in the city had closed bookings of the movie yesterday despite assurances from the Maharashtra government of providing security. Over 1600 Shiv Sainiks detained for protesting against My Name Is Khan Congress slams Sena for targeting Shah Rukh's film My Name Is Khan protest: Over 1000 Shiv Sainiks detained more Mumbai » INDIA India has got a spy in the sky DRDO's CCI-Sat spycraft, which will be ready by 2014, will keep an eye on China and Pakistan. President Pratibha Patil's husband in land-grabbing case India ready to testfire 5,000km range Agni-V within a year Congress slams Sena for targeting Shah Rukh's film more India » WORLD Vindaloo against violence, an Indian food campaign, a sellout A Melbournian lady is spearheading the novel idea - 'Vindaloo Against Violence' - to flavour Indian food in a bid to show the immense support for the Indian community. Pak wants key role in resolving Afghanistan crisis: Report Google's Gmail tweak challenges Facebook, Twitter Snowstorm hits New York, Washington; brings life to standstill more World » MONEY Google's Gmail tweak challenges Facebook, Twitter Google Inc is tapping its huge network of Gmail users and Web surfers to create Buzz that it hopes will help it catch up with Facebook and Twitter. Rising budgets of media, publishing, entertainment fuelling IT growth Murli Deora discusses fuel price hike proposal with political parties Honda recalls another 438,000 cars for airbag risk more Money » SPORT Keep IPL games out of multiplexes Film industry upset with city theatres' plan to screen IPL season three. Paul Collingwood says Andrew Strauss will prove Shane Warne wrong We have not bought any stake in Kings XI Punjab: Hero Honda You can fire me but selection was not an issue: Srikkanth more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT Mumbai multiplexes restart advance booking of My Name Is Khan Some cinema halls in the city had closed bookings of the movie yesterday despite assurances from the Maharashtra government of providing security. Katie Price aka Jordan dismisses troubled marriage reports Keep IPL games out of multiplexes My Name Is Khan, first Indian film to release in Egypt after 15 years more Entertainment »
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DNA Newsletter: February 10, 2010

	Today's Headlines	Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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TOP NEWS SRK protests: Maha CM threatens to withdraw Uddhav's security Maharashtra chief minister Ashok Chavan tonight said his government would withdraw the security cover for party leader Uddhav Thackeray if he continued to instigate his party men. No Bt Brinjal on your plates for now: Govt While drawing up a robust set of scientific tests before introduction of genetically modified brinjal into agriculture, the government set no timeframe. Pak likely to take tough line on talks India demands $10 million from British military firm Two CMs skip Chidambaram's anti-Maoist meeting MUMBAI Sena targets Arindham Chaudhari over 'separate Mumbai' remark Chaudhuri had said in an editorial, 'Hats off to Shah Rukh Khan for standing his ground. It's now time to end this hooliganism once and for all and make Mumbai a Union territory.' 200 Shiv Sena activists held for anti-SRK stir Bal Thackeray again attacks Rahul Gandhi SRK protests: Maha CM threatens to withdraw Uddhav's security more Mumbai » INDIA Agitation against Bt Brinjal was well-orchestrated: Monsanto official A US-based multinational agricultural biotechnology corporation, Monsanto is the leading producer of genetically engineered (GE) seed. It introduced genetically modified cotton in India in 2002. CPI(M) seeks 'political isolation' of Maoists Indian government freezes release of Bt Brinjal Official's visit has nothing to do with BT Brinjal: US Embassy more India » WORLD Amnesty International slams Sri Lanka on Fonseka's arrest The rights body slammed the Sri Lankan government for its 'crackdown on political opposition,' which it said escalates 'post-election repression'. Ties with India need 'Test match' perseverance: Australia Pakistan government places ban on water and medical supplies to AQ Khan Sri Lankan president dissolves parliament, calls poll more World » MONEY Karnataka seeks to woo Hero Honda Karnataka is competing with Maharshtra and Tamil Nadu for Rs2,000-crore investment. Zee Turner to take 33 channels off Hathway Boeing's new 747 takes flight near Seattle Sensex closes above 16,000 on global cues; IT, PSUs rally more Money » SPORT Mukesh Ambani bidding for Liverpool Football Club The struggling club is currently owned by American duo George Gillette and Tom Hicks, who acquired it in February 2007. South Africa beat India by an innings and 6 runs in Nagpur Test 2010 Super Bowl most-watched TV show in American history Premier League title is in Manchester United's hands: Gary Neville more Sport » ENTERTAINMENT 200 Shiv Sena activists held for anti-SRK stir Screens of Metro theatre in south Mumbai and Huma Cinema at Kanjurmarg were cut with sharp instruments such as blade by the Sena workers. Shah Rukh Khan the quizmaster Eva Longoria accidentally tweets porn link to fans on Twitter Success is never final and failure can never be fatal: Shah Rukh Khan more Entertainment »
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