Gujarat all set for polls tomorrow The issues before the electorate include economic development as well as the communal divide. In other words, the poll is a referendum on Modi, one of the most talked about personalities in Indian politics. Supreme Court to hear plea against Modi on Wednesday
The Supreme Court on Monday deferred till Wednesday its hearing on two pleas seeking probe into Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's role in the extra-judicial killing of Muslim youth Sohrabuddin Sheikh.
One killed as Brahmaputra Mail derails
One person was killed and 49 injured after 14 bogies of the Delhi-bound Brahmaputra Mail derailed near New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal.
Rescue workers at the wreckage of the derailed express train, the Brahmaputra Mail which was running from Guwahati to New Delhi, in the Nijbari railway station area, on Monday.
Commuters boycott trains in Mumbai
Hundreds of commuters on Monday decided to boycott trains on the suburban line of Western Railways to protest against "inadequate" train services on a particular route.
Left-UPA row over N-deal set to worsen
Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) said it has no intentions of going soft on the deal despite its okay to talks between the Indian government and the UN atomic watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
KARNATAKA
Thakur calls for modernizing infrastructure Economic initiatives in Karnataka have increased the need for rapid infrastructure development, sys Governor Rameshwar Thakur. Accelerated economic growth, he said, would imply effective public delivery systems, speedy industrialisation and infrastructure development as well as the removal of regional imbalances.
INTERNATIONAL
Mush popularity poll a 'fraud'
A public opinion poll that suggested an increase in Musharraf's popularity since he stepped down as army chief has one major flaw: the US-based organisation that claims to have conducted the poll does not exist. Pak artists outraged over emergency
SPORTS
Sehwag's omission for Aussie tour a mistake: Ian Chappell
"India have made their first big mistake... now was not the right time to give up on Virender Sehwag," Chappell said. Sehwag's stupendous show in the last tour in 2003-04 still haunted the Australians and his presence would have given India a psychological edge, he added. Australia to use GPS vests to stay ahead of competition
Coach Tim Nielsen has asked that the majority of the data from the GPS vests - which are now regularly fitted to Australian players during matches - be kept secret to prevent rival nations gaining crucial intelligence. 'Herald Sun' reported today.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh arrives for the platinum jubilee celebrations of Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun on Monday. PTI
Sri Siddharodh temple decorated with oil lamps on the eve of Laksha deepotsav festival in Hubli on Sunday.
Wedding magazines carve a niche in India
These magazines give a glimpse of the latest in the wedding market ranging from bridal wear, trousseau packaging, jewellery, make-up to lifestyle products ranging from showpieces, cutlery, utensils, paintings, gift items and honeymoon packages.
BANGALORE CRICKET TEST
Misbah helps Pak battle their way to 369/5
Misbah-ul-Haq kept the Pakistan's battle on course with a gritty unbeaten 54 as the visitors, chasing a mammoth Indian first innings total of 626, ended the day at 369 for 5 at stumps on the third day of the third and final Test against India here on Monday.
Yousuf complained the two field umpires about some remarks made by the Indian captain, known as one of the the most genial cricketers in the world. Kumble 'taunts' costs Yousuf dear
Yousuf complained the two field umpires about some remarks made by the Indian captain, known as one of the the most genial cricketers in the world.
FAR
RIGHT TOP: Indian captain Anil Kumble
in a verbal spat with Pakistan's Mohammad Yousuf. BELOW RIGHT: Mohd Yousuf speaks with the umpires Simon Taufel (behind him) and Rudi Koertzen after the spat. ABOVE: The little altercation however seemed to snap his concentration and one of the most prolific Pakistani batsmen lost his wicket...
The Centre’s proposal to introduce one year compulsory rural service for doctors has drawn the ire of medical students. Are the doctors justified in their stand ? What should the government do to make rural posting attractive?
Deccan Herald had invited its readers to send their views. Most of them opine that compulsory rural services can be introduced after improving the infrastructure and facilities in villages.
Economic initiatives in Karnataka have increased the need for rapid infrastructure development, sys Governor Rameshwar Thakur. 
