In a clear counter to Narendra Modi’s development plank, Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar today said his state would present the “real model” for progress which takes everyone along, while indicating that his support would be crucial for formation of next government at the Centre.

Hardening its stand, key UPA ally DMK today slammed the Centre for its “lukewarm” response on the Sri Lankan Tamils issue and threatened to walk out of the ruling alliance if it failed to move amendments to the US- sponsored resolution at the UNHRC.

India were all out for 499 on the fourth day of the third cricket Test against Australia here today. India lead by 91 runs.

Pop sensation Lady Gaga will reportedly be wearing a gold and black silk gown designed by ace fashion designer Donatella Versace on her wedding day.

A 63-year-old man, wanted in a kidnapping and rape case, was arrested here, the police said today.

The government has taken serious note of “possible threats” to certain railway stations and adequate security arrangements have been made there, railway minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said today.

British banking major HSBC is willing to take whichever route the Reserve Bank prescribes for it to operate in the country, including going the subsidiary way, a top official has said.

Top JD(U) leader Shivanand Tiwary today flayed the JD(U)-BJP government in Bihar for constituting an Upper Caste Commission, saying the upper castes poor should not get any quota benefits and a good economy was sufficient to rescue them from poverty.

Harish Salve, who quit as Italian government’s counsel after it refused to send back two marines accused of killing fishermen, feels the Italian ambassador breached a solemn undertaking given to the Supreme Court which can take action against the envoy including sending him to jail.

Jennifer Aniston is reportedly turning to fellow Hollywood actress Charlize Theron for information and advice on adoption. As she gears up to tie the knot with Justin Theroux, the actress is also speeding up the process of becoming a mother, reported Radar Online.