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Heat wave lowers wheat production in Punjab  Amritsar, April 24 (ANI): The farmers of Amritsar have incurred losses of more than 20 percent of their wheat harvest due to the intense heat wave sweeping across Punjab. The farmers, who farm in the areas next to the International Border with Pakistan, urged the central government to pay compensation for the losses they incurred. (56k)

Met Dept. confirms normal monsoon in 2010 New Delhi, April 24 (ANI): The Indian Meteorological Department on Friday announced that the country would enjoy normal monsoon this year. Rainfall is likely to be 98 percent of the long-term average, said the weather office, whose forecast is closely watched by commodities and financial markets as well as the government, which is battling to rein in inflation against a backdrop of intense protests over rising food prices. (56k)

Bhutan gears up to host SAARC summit Thimphu, April 24 (ANI): The tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is gearing up to host the biggest party in its history next week when leaders of eight south Asian nations will arrive in the picturesque valley of Thimphu to discuss trade and environment, to participate in the SAARC summit starting from April 28. (56k)

Sachin Tendulkar turns 37 today New Delhi,April 24 (ANI): Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar turned 37 today.It will be fitting birthday gift for him,if his team wins the IPL 2010 final tomorrow.Sachin, who is considered as the god of cricket,has set many milestones for the future generations to come. (56k)