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February 7, 2008

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Ramadoss inaugurates Indias first IVF Research Centre
Union Health Minister Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss today inaugurated the first state-of-the-art In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Research Centre at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here. ANI

EC sets deadline for publication of photo electoral rolls
The Election Commission today fixed August 31 as the date for final publication of photo electoral rolls in the country. ANI

Five kilograms of contraband seized in Chennai
In a major drug haul, customs officials at Chennai international airport have seized five kilograms of banned Ketamine Hydrochloride, police said today. ANI

Western observers, diplomats likely to witness war games at Pokhran
A major war games exercise at Pokhran is expected to be witnessed by Western observers and diplomats. ANI

Five kilograms of contraband seized in Chennai
In a major drug haul, customs officials at Chennai international airport have seized five kilograms of banned Ketamine Hydrochloride, police said today. ANI

Western observers, diplomats likely to witness war games at Pokhran
A major war games exercise at Pokhran is expected to be witnessed by Western observers and diplomats. ANI

Centre extends ban on SIMI
The Centre today extended the ban on Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) for two years, saying, the group continues to indulge in unlawful activities. ANI

Editors Guild asks Centre to put Broadcast bill in public domain
Opposing the proposed amendments to the Press Council Act, the Editors Guild of India has demanded that the Broadcast Service Regulatory Bill must be put in the public domain. ANI

Suraj Kund fair a major draw for art and craft lovers
The famous Suraj Kund Mela or handloom and handicrafts fair that started this past week here for its 22nd annual edition is fascinating a large number of people including international tourists. ANI

BJP reiterates demand for separate Telangana state
Reiterating its demand for the creation of a separate Telangana state, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today accused the Congress Party of compounding and confounding the confusion on the issue. ANI

Irrigation Projects get Government grant
The Union Cabinet today gave its approval for the continuation of implementation of national projects under Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programmes (AIBP). ANI

Cabinet enhances governing powers of NPCILs board of directors
The Union Cabinet today gave its approval for enhancement of governing powers of the board of directors of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL). ANI

Hindi being popularised among Mizos
Till a decade ago Mizos were not keen to learn Hindi, the national language, but with the passage of time, many are now drawn to learning it here. ANI

Electrification of Barauni-Katihar-Guwahati railway section at Rs. 506 crore
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) today gave its approval for electrification of Barauni-Katihar-Guwahati section of East Central and Northeast Frontier Railways at Rs.505.68 crore. ANI

Displaced weavers to pull cycle rickshaws in Varanasi
Many weavers, who have been displaced or have been badly hit due to the slump in the Benarasi saree industry, will now earn a living by pulling specially designed aero-dynamic rickshaws in Varanasi. ANI

Mumbai taxi union calls off their strike
Mumbai taxi union has called off their strike after State Home Minister R R Patils assured them of justice and their safety. ANI

India, South Africa to sign pact on agricultural cooperation
The Union Cabinet today gave its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on agricultural cooperation between India and South Africa. ANI

Jagjivan Rams life will continue to inspire us: PM
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh today said that Babu Jagjivan Rams legacy of struggle and service to the nation would continue to inspire all Indians for generations to come. ANI

India will adopt a responsible stance on sustainable development: PM
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh today said that India will adopt a responsible and forward looking stance on promoting sustainable development. ANI

Millions take holy dip in Ganges on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya
Millions of devotees took a holy dip in the Ganga here today on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. ANI

Ansari for directing biotechnology towards resource-poor farmers
Noting that biotechnology is the key in improving agriculture productivity and ensuring a higher growth rate, Vice President Hamid Ansari today called for the advancement of such technologies and directing them towards resource-poor farmers and under-developed regions. ANI

Kolkatas Chinatown celebrates Chinese New Year
Residents of Chinatown in Kolkata today celebrated the lunar New Year, also known as the Year of the Rat, with fervour and gaiety. ANI

Bihar govt. doctors on two-day strike
About 4,200 Bihar Government doctors have struck work for two days strike from midnight Wednesday to protest against the State Governments failure to meet their long pending demands. ANI

World Book Fair exhibits books on Kazakhstan
Books on Kazakhstan published in India are on display and sale at the 18th World Book Fair, and will continue to be so till February 10. ANI

India and Denmark sign pacts to enhance bilateral cooperation
India and Denmark have signed three pacts to enhance cooperation in trade, renewal energy and environmental issues here on Wednesday. ANI

Anti-migrants campaign in Mumbai leads to protests across North India
Leaders across political spectrum have condemned the agitation against north Indian immigrants in Mumbai, and protests as a result of it continue to rock North India. ANI

BJP demands POTA re-imposition
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Venkaiah Naidu has slammed the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) for being soft on terror and demanded the re-imposition of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). ANI

Filing of nomination papers for Meghalaya assembly polls to begin tomorrow
The filing of nomination papers for a single-phase Assembly election in Meghalaya will begin tomorrow. ANI

PM to inaugurate Delhi Sustainable Development Summit 2008 today
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh will inaugurate the Delhi Sustainable Development Summit (DSDS) 2008 here today. ANI

British Minister to arrive in Mumbai today
British Immigration Minister and Minister of the West Midlands, Liam Byrne, will arrive here today. ANI

EC to discuss bogus voters, delimitation, fair polls issues
The Election Commission (EC) will convene a high-level meeting of poll officials of all states here today to make strategies for free and fair electioneering process. ANI

Patni's 2007 Net Income* Up 44.0% at $ 114.0 million (Rs 4,491.8 million)
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Annik Launches Active Insights Managementsm a New Platform for the Triangulation of Multiple Data Sources to Generate Relevant Insights
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Fidelity's Novel Investor Education Initiative - The Rs.33, 990* Tax Advantage Contest
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TERI Focuses on ICT as a Tool for Adaptation to Climate Variability and Change
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The George Institute's Initiative in India Lauded
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Birlasoft Named to 2008 Global Services 100 List
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How India Earns, Spends and Saves - A Max New York Life-NCAER Study Highlights the Need for Financial Literacy
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PM Vows to Adopt a Responsible and Forward Looking Stance for Sustainable Development at DSDS 2008 Inaugural Ceremony
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Kingfisher Training Academy sets shop in Hyderabad: To encourage local hiring of cabin crew
Did you know that the cabin crew industry has the highest rejection rate in the world? Solus Media

MetroMela launches Local Information Services in 7 cities
Now you can find info on local trends and choices, share reviews and get the best deals in Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Pune, Vizag, Cochin and Mysore. enRight Media Relations

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Bullion Market / Gold & Silver Prices on February 7, 2008

Mumbai Bullion Market

99.5 Purity Gold: Rs. 11685
99.9 Purity Gold: Rs. 11630
Silver (Kg): Rs. 21105

Delhi Bullion Market

Bar Silver (Kg): Rs. 20850
Sovereign: Rs. 9400
Standard gold: Rs. 11700

Kolkatta Bullion Market

Gold: Rs. 11825
Silver: Rs. 20350

Chennai Bullion Market

Bar Silver (Kg): Rs. 21980
24 carat gold (10 grams): Rs. 11575
22 carat gold (10 grams): Rs. 10730

Bullion Rates on February 7, 2008 for All Major Indian Cities

Bullion prices presented here are indicative and are for general information only. Please check with your Gold Merchant or a local bank for latest and correct prices. All prices are in Indian National Rupees only.

Forex Rates on February 7, 2008

1 United States Dollar (USD) = 39.48 Indian National Rupees (INR)

1 GBP = 77.44 Indian National Rupees (INR)

1 Euro = 57.75 Indian National Rupees (INR)

100 Japanese Yens = 37.05 Indian National Rupees (INR)

All Forex Rates of February 2008

Forex Rates presented here are historic data and for indicative purpose only. Please contact your Central Bank, Money Changers, Foreign Exchange Agent or Travel Desk for the correct and accurate convertion rates. Rates here are the closing rates in IST.

 

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