Later, DIPP Secretary R P Singh said increasing the FDI
to 49 per cent would not make much difference as there would
not be extra benefits to investors.

Ammar Zaidi
Tehran, May 17 (PTI) In a bid to ward off fresh UN
sanctions being pushed by the US, Iran Monday announced it

New Delhi, May 17 (PTI) With its weaponry facing rapid
obsoletion, the Indian government Monday proposed to raise FDI
in defence production to 74 per cent, saying it would help

"Allowing 74 per cent FDI looks desirable in the
non-strategic sector. The (Industry) Ministry will have to be
cautious while allowing it in the strategic sector," said Deba

Strongly condemning the attack, Union Home Secretary G K
Pillai said the killing of innocent civilians showed "wanton
disregard" for life by Naxals.

Raipur, May 17 (PTI) In a brazen attack, Naxals Monday
blew up a bus killing at least 50 people, including 20 Special
Police Officers (SPOs), in worst-hit Dantewada district of

Islamabad, May 17 (PTI) Prime Minister Yusuf Raza
Gilani Monday said the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir
problem between India and Pakistan will pave the way for peace

KJM Varma

Betwa Sharma

Ammar Zaidi
Tehran, May 16 (PTI) India Sunday sought to put behind
its International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) vote against