CPI(M) holds Lalgarh rally in show of strength

Last Updated: Friday, December 31, 2010, 19:05

The CPI(M) on Friday held a rally at Lalgarh in West Midnapore district, which the party "recaptured" from the Maoists a few months ago, in a show of strength, while directing its attack on the Trinamool Congress.

No need for `Operation Lotus` to enhance strength: Yeddyurappa

Last Updated: Saturday, October 16, 2010, 21:11

Karnataka CM BS Yeddyurappa, who recently sailed through the second trust of confidence, on Saturday said that there was no need for `Operation Lotus` (to lure other parties` MLAs) to boost the strength of BJP in the Assembly.

Cong arrogant due to increased strength in coalition govt: LJP

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 19:41

The LJP today slammed the UPA government on the issue of price rise, saying that the ruling Congress has become arrogant in its second term at the Centre due to its increased strength in the coalition.

Congress to downsize staff strength at AICC HQs

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 18:24

In a bid to cut its flab and reduce mounting expenses, the Congress headquarters here has offered a Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) to its employees.

Russia mobilises 20,000 troops; showcase naval strength

Last Updated: Sunday, July 4, 2010, 18:14

Russia mobilised 20,000 troops in one of the biggest military show.

China does not intend to over-step its strength: Yang

Last Updated: Monday, March 1, 2010, 14:45

China does not intend to over-step its strength while playing a role in international diplomacy, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi said on Monday, seeking to allay apprehensions in some quarters on his country`s rapid rise.

Al-Qaida growing in strength and numbers in Africa

Last Updated: Monday, March 1, 2010, 13:18

Al-Qaida`s network in North Africa is growing more active and attracting new recruits, threatening to further destabilise the continent`s already vulnerable Sahara region, according to US defence and counter-terrorism officials.

Eastern Navy command to augment fleet strength

Last Updated: Sunday, January 24, 2010, 18:57

The Eastern Navy Command today unveiled plans to enhance coastal security in the aftermath of 26/11 attacks, including augmenting its fleet of fast attack craft.

Iranian hard-liners plan show of strength

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 30, 2009, 14:13

Iranian hard-liners are planning a series of state-sponsored demonstrations across the country on Wednesday in support of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Maoists` real strength is just 1,000 soldiers: CPN-UML

Last Updated: Saturday, July 18, 2009, 17:39

Senior leader of CPN-UML KP Sharma Oli has claimed that the actual number of the Maoists` Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) is no more than 1,000, though they are claiming that they have 19,000 soldiers in the cantonments.

BSF to raise women`s battalion, increase strength by 35,000

Last Updated: Saturday, July 18, 2009, 13:22

The strength of the Border Security Force (BSF) is to be increased by 35,000 troopers and a women`s battalion will be raised by July 25, the Director General (DG) of BSF ML Kumawat said on Saturday.