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One militant, one soldier killed in Pattan gunbattle

Pattan (J&K) Nov 8 : A militant and a soldier were killed and two others injured in an overnight gunbattle here on Wednesday.

"We received information that five foreign militants were hiding in a house. We responded immediately and cordoned off the area. When we reached, they started firing which left one army personnel injured”, said Brigadier M. K. Muthuna of 10 Sector, Rashtriya Rifles.

“In the morning one militant, who was running towards the railway line was shot dead. There are unconfirmed reports that two militants might have died. We are waiting for confirmation”, added Muthuna.

Iranian Interior Minister meets Pranab Mukherjee

New Delhi, Nov 8 : Iranian Interior Minister Mostafa Pour Mohammadi, who is on a two-day visit to India, met External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday.

Xenitis Rolls Out Its ‘Rock100’ @ Rs 19,990

The Xenitis group, Xenitis' Rock100 bikeon Wednesday, has launched its 100cc moto

Kamal Hassan Celebrates 53rd Birthday!

Kamal HassanThe name ‘Kamal Hasan’ needs no introduction. Everyone knows that he is one of the best, methodical and multitalented actors of the Indian cinema, whether it is Bollywood, or Kollywood (Tamil film industry).

Kamal Hasan has carved his name all over the world through his vast acting style, directorial capability, high production values, lifetime achievements and precious contribution to the Indian cinema.

The actor, who acted each role with serenity and keenness, has turned 53 on Wednesday.

All That Glitters Is Gold, Gold & Gold

Gold CoinsA big part of Delhi’s population has blocked jewellery shops on Wednesday, to purchase

In-Car GPS Based Navigation Device Launched By MapmyIndia

MapmyIndia, a leading navigable map data supplier, has launched a Global Positioning System (GPS) based in-car navigation device, named as “MapmyIndia Navigator.”

MapmyIndia Navigator makes use of orbiters to decide a user’s location anywhere within the country. It directs users, turn by turn, along with visual map directions supported by voice prompts.

While driving, the device can either be mounted on the windscreen or dashboard, or carried in hand while sitting in the backseat of the car.

Rakesh Verma, managing director of CE Info Systems (promoters of MapmyIndia) said, “With GPS technology, and accurate MapmyIndia maps telling you exactly where to take your next turn, unnamed roads or unclear road signs are no longer an issue.”

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