Month: August 2014

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No foreign equity in multi-brand retail: Minister

August 13, 2014 0

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government will not permit foreign equity in multi-brand retail trade, which was an assurance in the party’s election manifesto, Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Wednesday. In separate statements in the two houses of parliament, the minister said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had opposed any move in this regard as it will kill small traders and farmers. We do not entertain FDI (foreign direct investment) in multi-brand retail,” she said in the Rajya Sabha during question hour. In a related written reply to the lower house, the minister said: “As per the extant FDI policy, FDI upto 100 percent is permitted in single brand retail trading.

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Pregnant Mila Kunis wants another baby soon

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Los Angeles, Aug 13 (IANS) Actress Mila Kunis, who is pregnant with her first child, reportedly wants to go for a second child soon. The “Black Swan” star, who is preparing to give birth to a baby girl in “less than a month”, is eager to have another child with fiance Ashton Kutcher next year, reports femalefirst.co.uk. The 30-year-old hopes to have a natural birth, but “Jobs” star Kutcher doesn’t want to see her in pain.

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Sushma Swaraj to visit Singapore

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New Delhi, Aug 13 (ANI): Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj will be travelling to Singapore from August 15 to 17 as part of the 50 year anniversary of the India-Singapore diplomatic relations.

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MEA: Indians in Mosul still in custody

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New Delhi, Aug 13 (ANI): According to Syed Akbaruddin, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian nationals in Mosul, Iraq are still under captivity of the ISIS. Speaking at press conference, Akbaruddin said, “In conflict situations, there is no certainty over safety, especially in custody. According to the last information received, Indian nationals remain in custody.” He also stated that the case of the Indian doctors in Nigeria was not a diplomatic affair between India and Nigeria. We have not issued any advisory to Indian nationals to leave Abuja,” he said.

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Sajid Khan has had enough, stop criticising him: Sajid-Farhad

August 13, 2014 0

Director duo Sajid-Farhad, who is stepping into Sajid Khan’s shoes to direct “Housefull 3”, say the former has been trashed enough and it is time to let him be.

Ever since Sajid Khan’s latest directorial venture “Humshakals” hit the screens, not just the critics, but the film’s cast including Saif Ali Khan and Bipasha Basu, too panned him.

Sajid said that “it’s getting too much for Sajid Khan… it’s enough… just let him be now.”

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I believe in weighing my options before indulging in any purchase: Lata Sabharwal Seth

August 13, 2014 0

The extremely pretty and talented actress Lata Sabharwal Seth is not just a responsible on screen housewife and mother but also an independent woman who handles her dual role with ease and believes in making the right investments. She shot to fame with popular sitcoms like Woh Rehene Waali Mehlon Ki, Shaka Laka Boom Boom, Ghar Ek Sapna, Main Teri Parchaain Hoon, Naaginn and is currently a part of Star Plus’ Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.

In conversation with Tellychakkar.com, the charming lady shares some interesting investments tips.

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Happy Birthday Apara Mehta, Kamya Punjabi and Wasna Ahmed

August 13, 2014 0

Age is strictly a case of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter. – Jack Benny

Similar is the case with veteran actor, Apara Mehta who celebrates her birthday today and believes that she has grown a year younger. Joining the talented actor are energetic, strong and independent ladies, Kamya Punjabi and Wasna Ahmed who also celebrate their birthday today.