Nation remembers Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): The nation on Wednesday paid homage to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his 144th birth anniversary. President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, Congress President Sonia Gandhi and other political leaders offered floral tributes at his memorial 'Raj Ghat' in New Delhi. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stalwart Lal Krishna Advani also paid floral tributes at the ' Raj Ghat'. A large number of people including school children also visited Rajghat and observed a minute's silence to pay their homage.
Withdrawing ordinance would be a victory for the nation: BJP New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Wednesday said that if the controversial ordinance on 'tainted politicians' is taken back, then it will be the victory of the nation and constitution.
Rahul Gandhi meets PM, expresses regret about ordinance outburst: Reports New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi has reportedly expressed his regret on Wednesday about the ordinance outburst, which was cleared by the cabinet, according to sources. Sources added that Gandhi, in a 25-minute meeting with the Prime Minister this morning, clarified that he did not mean to undermine the authority of the PM or his cabinet. He, however, reiterated that he does not agree with the executive order that allows convicted MPs to remain in office while their appeal is being heard by a higher court.
Yuvraj Singh cheers return to national team after ailment Kolkata, Oct 02 (ANI): India's explosive batsman, Yuvraj Singh, who had recovered from Cancer, welcomed his comeback into the 15-member national squad against team Australia after a lull of about 10 months at the international cricket pitch. Yuvraj had made it into the national team on September 30 for the lone T20 match and first three one-dayers against Australia, starting on October 10 at home.
Hrithik gets nostalgic while launching Krrish 3 Merchandise Mumbai, Oct 2, (ANI): Bollywoods new super hero Hrithik Roshan along with his filmmaker father Rakesh Roshan unveiled the official merchandise of their forthcoming film 'Krrish 3' in Mumbai. On the occasion Hrithik who plays 'Krrish' in the movie got nostalgic and remembered his childhood days. The 'Krrish 3' collection includes action figures, toys, apparel and publishing material. More than 150 products will be available as part of its merchandise line.'Krrish 3' is the third film in the franchise that began with 'Koi Mil Gaya' in 2003 and is slated for a November 1 release.
