[wanabidii] Top Headlines: Govt defends fare hike, says rail subsidy burden was too heavy

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Govt defends fare hike, says rail subsidy burden was too heavy
Amid protests over a sharp hike in fares and criticism of political parties, the govt on Saturday strongly defended the increase in passenger fares.
Delhi downsizes as NCR population booms, census data shows
Recently released census data shows that between 2001 and 2011, population in Mumbai, Kolkata and two inner districts of Delhi has declined.
Bosnia eliminated as Nigeria end World Cup win drought
Bosnia-Hercegovina's maiden World Cup appearance ended in disappointment as a 1-0 defeat by Nigeria ensured they could not qualify for the second round.
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‘Prank’ leaves ordnance factory worker in ICU
A 30-year-old man employed in the ordnance factory was severely injured when one of his colleagues released compressed gas into his intestine through his rectum, apparently as a prank.
Green building standards rating for metro stations
Stations of Delhi Metro’s upcoming Phase III, along with other stations across the country, will be rated to judge their compatibility with green building norms, said Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Friday.
Kolkata's adda culture to come alive in Chennai
Whether they've been in the city for two years or two decades, there's one experience that's going to be new for this group of Bengalis.
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Apple iWatch may come in multiple designs, sizes: Report
Apple plans to launch smartwatches with multiple screen sizes and designs this fall.
Google I/O 2014: 10 things we expect
Here's a list of Google I/O rumors and predictions.
5 tips to stay safe while shopping online
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Ring of death has engulfed Europe
In Brazil, like the other South America teams, Costa Rica is showing the world that it is not the size of the bull that matters when you are in the Ring of Death.
Bosnia out as Nigeria end win drought
Bosnia-Hercegovina's maiden World Cup appearance ended in disappointment as a 1-0 defeat by Nigeria ensured they could not qualify for the second round.
WC: Germany draw 2-2 against Ghana
Ghana held Germany to a 2-2 draw despite Miroslav Klose coming on as a substitute to tie the World Cup scoring record with the equalizer in their Group G tie.
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Treat foreign stake of over 10% FDI: Govt
Foreign investment of 10% or more in a listed company will now be treated as FDI as the government has accepted the report of a committee on rationalizing definitions of FDI and FII.
Govt looks to free up supply chain in farm produce
Considering that problem in the supply chain is the main reason behind spiraling prices of fresh farm produce and kitchen staples onion and potato, the government has fast tracked the plan to ensure smooth supply of such items through alternative chains besides the APMCs.
Basmati rice exports up by Rs 10,000cr
Demand for biryani in the Middle East has spurred basmati rice exports from India which registered a huge jump of Rs 9,890.58 crore in 2013-14 as compared to the previous season.
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‘Next time I plan to get pregnant, I’ll invite you’
Vidya Balan and co-star Ali Fazal talk about the challenges of shooting their film, playing a female detective on screen and spying in real life.
Why did Salman breakup with Aishwarya?
Break-ups are quite common in tinsel town. While a few have quietly moved on, certain relationships have taken an ugly turn. The latest in this list is Preity Zinta, who has accused her ex-beau Ness Wadia of ‘outraging her modesty’. Ness, for his part, has denied her allegations. We take a look at some of the celebrities whose break-ups have been widely discussed.
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