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WEEKLY CURRENT AFFAIRS UPDATE
(December 6 to 12, 2010)

MAJOR NEWS OF THE WEEK

Section A: INDIA
v 2010 In The Top Three Warmest Years: WMO
v Raise in petrol price
v The most powerful women in India
v Prasar Bharati CEO faces SC inquiry
v 2G scam: Raja's diary under lens
v Unilever takes Sunil Mittal on its global board
v SBI to renew Uninor cover despite SC rap
v India ninth-most corrupt country: Survey
v 17% of Mumbai WiFi connections unsecured: Survey
v Three bombs defused in Allahabad
v Money Matters CMD Sharma in judicial custody till Dec 16
v High air fares send railway profits soaring
v LG India appoints Soon H Kwon as MD
v The man who is fighting to expose the spectrum scam
v Digvijay stands by Karkare remarks, never doubted Pak role in 26/11
v Haryana CM becomes target of shoe-pelting again
v India test-fires upgraded version of Agni-II missile
v Safety code for cabs for woman workers
v Train nos changed to five digit system
v Daman and Diu celebrates 50th Liberation Day
v Rajasthan announces single window system
v Army to dedicate 2011 to its disabled personnel

v Section B: WORLD
v Chinese Research Ship Embarks On Year-Long Global Voyage
v World's first Methanol Factory using CO2 from Steam
v India, Germany to cooperate in civilian nuke energy coop
v Want long-term relationship with India: Sarkozy
v Lenin's statue damaged in blast in Russia
v India snubs China, to attend Nobel night for Xiaobo
v Thomas will pass critics' 'agnipariksha': Ex-CVC Vittal
v Karzai urged US to back 'threatened' Zardari: WikiLeaks
v The world in the week gone by

Section C: ECONOMY & CORPORATE

v India and France signed seven major agreements
v Germany halts plan to transport spent N-fuel rods to Russia
v TCS, Infy and Wipro eye $27-billion deals up for renewal
v November exports up at $18.9 billion
v MCD Commissioner for 5% raise in house tax
v Gold, silver slip from record level on scrap sale

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v Hero Honda raises prices of models by Rs 500-Rs 1,500

v Tatas take Nano vendors on a confidence drive
v BMW reports 19.8 pc jump in November sales
v Google's new Chrome OS to cut PC prices
v SBI hikes deposit rates by 0.5-1.5%
v All you want to know about these 4 stunning SUVs
v Tata Motors to extend Nano warranty to boost flagging sales
v India FY12 power sector coal imports seen at 60 mln T
v Oil rises to $89 with equities, falling dollar
v Power sector envisions $400 bln investments from 2012-17
v Nov exports surge by 26.8%
v ‘Fierce competition from India and China awaits US’
v Food inflation up to 8.69 pc, experts say minor blip
v Indian Companies
v Biggest ever trade delegation arriving with Chinese premier

Section D: SPORTS
v 2011: Could it be worse than 2010?
v 'Best teams have the tendency to come under pressure'
v Indian football gets 700-crore boost
v Saina storms into Hong Kong quarters
v Dhoni, Sachin, Sehwag retained by CSK, MI and Delhi
v IPL players to earn less under new contract
v East Bengal rout AIFF XI

Section A: INDIA
News round up

2010 In The Top Three Warmest Years: WMO

The year 2010 is almost certain to rank in the top three warmest years since the beginning of instrumental
climate records in 1850, according to data compiled by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Synopsis
• January-October 2010 temperatures are near record levels
• Surface air temperatures over land were above normal across most parts of the world
Temperature Variations
• A WMO statement said the global combined sea surface and land surface air temperature for 2010
(January–October) is now estimated at 0.55 degrees Celsius plus or minus 0.11 degrees Celsius above
the 1961–1990 annual average of 14 degrees Celsius.
• At present, 2010's nominal value is the highest on record, just ahead of 1998 and 2005.
• The data also indicates that the January-October 2010 temperatures are near record levels. The final
ranking of 2010 will not become clear until November and December data are analysed in early 2011.
Preliminary operational data from November 1 to 25 indicate that global temperatures from November
2010 are similar to those observed in November 2005, indicating that global temperatures for 2010 are
continuing to track near record levels.

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• From 2001 to 2010, global temperatures have averaged 0.46 degrees Celsius above the 1961-1990
average, 0.03 degrees Celsius above the 2000-09 average and the highest value ever recorded for a 10-
year period.
• Recent warming has been especially strong in Africa, parts of Asia, and parts of the Arctic, the
Saharan/Arabian, East African, Central Asian and Greenland/Arctic. Canada sub-regions have all had
2001-10 temperatures 1.2 to 1.4 degrees Celsius above the long-term average, and 0.7 degrees Celsius
to 0.9 degrees Celsius warmer than any previous decade.
• Surface air temperatures over land were above normal across most parts of the world.

Hydrogen is Fuel of The Future: Madhavan Nair

Prospects
• ‘Hydrogen will cause no pollution at all'
• It is an alternative energy resources
• The future of aerospace, automobile and energy sectors will revolve around hydrogen fuel, as concerns of
environmental pollution will put curbs on emissions and replenishment of fossil fuels is not possible.
• High-efficient combustion of fuels available now and development of new-age fuels were necessary to
take up missions to Mars and Moon successfully.
• Development of alternative energy resources like Hydrogen fuel cell, solar (photovoltaic), wind and bio-
waste were the need of the hour to plug the demand-supply gap of energy.

Centre Issues Wetland Conservation Guidelines

• The Union government notified rules for conservation and management of wetlands that restrict harmful
activities such as construction, dumping of untreated waste, and industrialisation, to prevent damage to
these sensitive ecosystems with high biodiversity values.

Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010

• The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010, are aimed at ensuring better conservation
and preventing degradation of wetlands.
• Under the rules, wetlands have been classified for better management and easier identification.
• Wetland regulatory authorities and appraisal committees were set up at the central, State and district
levels to ensure proper implementation of the rules.

Why this legislation was awaited and important?

• This is the first time that legally enforceable rules are being notified for such eco-sensitive areas in our
country.
• Over one-third of the country's wetlands had been wiped out or badly damaged.
• Wetlands are critical for human development and well-being, especially in India, where a large number of
people are dependant on them for drinking water, food and livelihood.
• Despite their immense importance, wetlands are one of the most degraded ecosystems globally.

Rise in petrol price.

With international crude prices touching the $90 a barrel mark, state-run marketing companies are likely to
increase petrol prices by Rs. 1.50-2 a litre early next week.
A call on diesel price will be taken by the political leadership, as this fuel continues to be under the
administered price mechanism regime.

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The most powerful women in India

Even her worst critic will say India's Foreign Secretary is synonymous with diplomacy -- tough, not abrasive;
calm, not frantic -- as and when required. And it may help that she is naturally soft-spoken, erudite and
graceful.
It is a natural progression for a woman who topped the prestigious civil services exam in 1973 and rose to
become the only woman after Chokila Iyer to hold the post of Foreign Secretary.
There is already a talk that she will be India's next ambassador to the US. If the enthusiasm with which Barack

Prasar Bharati CEO faces SC inquiry

Prasar Bharati CEO B S Lalli will face a Supreme Court inquiry into charges of administrative and financial
irregularities against him following a Presidential reference.
The assent to the Presidential reference, sought by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, sets in process the
process of removal of the controversial 1971 IAS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, who has had a running feud
with the Prasar Bharati Board.

2G scam: Raja's diary under lens

A diary purportedly containing details of payoffs to politicians of the ruling combine and journalists was found
by sleuths of the Central Bureau of Investigation who searched the official residence of the former telecom
minister A Raja.
The diary confiscated by CBI is being scrutinised for payments made either directly or through his close
associates for the 2G spectrum allocation. According to a CBI source, the diary contains names of a few
hawala dealers who may have routed money to foreign countries.

Unilever takes Sunil Mittal on its global board

It’s yet another sign of what they call the might of the D&E developing and emerging markets for
multinationals. Soon after NR Narayana Murthy finished his three-year term earlier this year, Unilever has
proposed to make Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal a non-executive member on its global board.

SBI to renew Uninor cover despite SC rap

MUMBAI: State Bank of India (SBI) will renew a Rs. 882-crore bank guarantee given to Uninor, despite the
Supreme Court voicing concerns on bank loans to telecom companies against licences as the only security.

India ninth-most corrupt country: Survey

About 54% Indians paid a bribe in the past year, according to a global survey by Transparency International.
By this metric, India is the ninth most corrupt country in the world, in a ranking of 86 countries, with 54% of
people reporting having paid a bribe. War-torn Iraq (56%) and Afghanistan (61%) suffer worse levels than
India, as do nations such as Liberia (89%), Uganda (86%), Nigeria (63%), Sierra Leone (71%), Senegal (56%)
and Cambodia (84%).

17% of Mumbai WiFi connections unsecured: Survey

MUMBAI: A survey conducted by Mumbai Police in co-ordination with cyber experts has revealed that a
startling 34,000 WiFi networks in the city are unsecured.
Of the two lakh Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) networks in the metropolis, 17 per cent were found to be unprotected
in a survey carried out by NASSCOM-KPMG and Mumbai police recently, cyber expert Vijay Mukhi said.

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Three bombs defused in Allahabad

Two days after the terror attack in Varanasi killing a girl child. The police on Thursday recovered and defused
three crude bombs in Uttar Pradesh.
The bombs were found in a garbage trolley in Bahadurganj area, Deputy Inspector General of Police Ram
Kumar said.

Money Matters CMD Sharma in judicial custody till Dec 16

A special CBI court today rejected the bail plea of Rajesh Sharma, CMD of city-based firm Money Matters,
arrested in the bribe-for-loans scam, and remanded him in judicial custody till December 16.
Two other employees who were arrested of the firm Sanjay Sharma and Suresh Gattani - were, however,
granted bail on a surety of Rs. two lakh each.

High air fares send railway profits soaring

With the budget travellers dream of taking a flight at the drop of a hat being dashed mid-air by soaring air
ticket prices, the humble train has triumphed again.
WR generally earns an excess of Rs. 20 crore per month on the Delhi-Mumbai sector; this November, WR
earned Rs. 2.5 crores more due to increased demand. WR officials said though November-December is
usually the peak season for travel, this huge growth can be attributed to skyrocketing air fares.

LG India appoints Soon H Kwon as MD

Consumer durable firm LG Electronics India announced the appointment of Soon H Kwon as the new
Managing Director of the company, replacing Moon B Shin, who is currently holding the position.
"Soon H Kwon will replace Moon B Shin as the new Managing Director of LG Electronics India with effect from
January 1, 2011," LG Electronics India said in a statement.

The man who is fighting to expose the spectrum scam

Since the last few years, Prashan Bhushan, senior lawyer, has fired up the Indian political scene through his
missionary legal practice.
In the legal fraternity he is a loner because he is always on the wrong side of the power set up in New Delhi.
In fact, when one meets the slow and soft-speaker, he hardly looks like a lawyer who is capable of shaking-up
the government and its cronies.

Digvijay stands by Karkare remarks, never doubted Pak role in 26/11

As he came under fresh criticism from BJP, senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh stood by his Karkare
remarks that the Maharastra ATS chief's life was under threat from right-wing groups but clarified that he
never doubted the role of Pakistani elements in Mumbai attack.

Haryana CM becomes target of shoe-pelting again

Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda became the target of shoe-pelting for the second time, when
a youth allegedly hurled a shoe that fell near the stage from where he was addressing a rally in Hisar.

India test-fires upgraded version of Agni-II missile

India test-fired an upgraded version of Agni-II nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile from the
Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Wheeler Island off Orissa coast in inclement weather.
"The surface-to-surface missile was test-fired from a rail mobile launcher from the launch pad-4 of ITR,"
defence sources said after the launch took place around 1000 hours.

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Safety code for cabs for woman workers

The Delhi Police have issued a notice to safeguard women workers under Criminal Procedure Code (CRPC)
144 to all BPO companies, media and corporate houses in Delhi and the National Capital Region. The notice
came in the wake of the Dhaula Kuan rape case in which a 30-year-old BPO employee was raped by five
persons.

Train nos changed to five digit system

All passenger trains have a five-digit numbering system in place of the existing four-digit system, giving each
train a unique identifiable number.
All the numbers have been converted to the new five-digit system by simply prefixing ’1′ to the existing four-
digit numbers.
The existing number system was exhausted with more than 10,000 trains running every day.
Special trains run to clear holiday rush shall have the prefix ’0′. This shall apply to all special trains, whether
superfast, express or passenger.

New land acquisition policy in Gujarat

In a bid to encourage farmers to part with their land for industrial development, the Gujarat government has
formulated a new land acquisition policy to make them partners in the development.
The State-owned Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) henceforth would acquire land only with
the “consent” of the concerned farmers, pay them at the prevailing market rate.

Rajasthan announces single window system

The much-awaited “single window” facility for investors in Rajasthan was cleared by the State Cabinet.
With this Rajasthan would join the exclusive club of less than half a dozen States in the country where a pro-
active approach is taken by the authorities to facilitate the potential investor with all clearances and other
paperwork.
Once the Ordinance comes into force, investments up to Rs.10 crore would be cleared at the district level by a
committee headed by the Collector. The nodal agency for this would be the District Industrial Centres (DICs).
The investments beyond Rs.10 crore would be cleared by a State level empowered committee headed by the
Chief Secretary. The Bureau for Industrial Promotion (BIP) will be the nodal agency for this category.

Army to dedicate 2011 to its disabled personnel

The army will dedicate the year 2011 for its personnel disabled while serving the nation and a number of
programmes will be launched for their welfare, Army Chief General V K Singh said.

SECTION B: WORLD
News round up
Chinese Research Ship Embarks On Year-Long Global Voyage
• The Chinese scientific research ship Dayang Yihao, or “Ocean One”, set sail from Guangzhou on
December 8, starting a 376-day global trip that will take it across the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
• It is to conduct research on hot liquid sulfides and deep-sea biological diversity,
• The ship is expected to return home on December 18, 2011 after covering 45,000 nautical miles (83,340
km).
• It will make stops in South Africa, Brazil, Panama and Ecuador.

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WORLD'S FIRST METHANOL FACTORY USING CO2 FROM STEAM

• The world's first methanol factory using carbon dioxide extracted from steam is expected to be completed
in March in Iceland.
• The first stage of the factory, located in the Southwest Reykjanes peninsula at the HS Orka
geothermal power plant, will be completed in March.
• With a production capacity of 1.7 million litres per year, the methanol, an alternative fuel, will be made
from carbon dioxide extracted from steam emitted by the power plant, making it the first of its kind in the
world.
• Once the next two stages are completed in 2011 and 2012, it can touch a peak capacity of 5.1 million
litres per year.
• Iceland is rich in geothermal energy which provides steam and CO2 as natural resources.

India, Germany to cooperate in civilian nuke energy coop

Reflecting their desire to deepen the strategic partnership, India and Germany have for the first time
discussed the possibilities of entering into bilateral cooperation in civil nuclear energy.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh referred to the prospects of the two countries entering into the new area of
collaboration while hailing Germany's supportive role in the 45-nation Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) which
approved the Indo-US civilian nuclear accord last year.

Want long-term relationship with India: Sarkozy

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, whose visit to India could be termed a success, stressed on a long-term
relationship with India while addressing a business delegation in Mumbai. French companies struck deals
worth more than $10 billion.

Lenin's statue damaged in blast in Russia

A statue of Vladimir Ilich Lenin, founder of the Soviet State, was damaged in a blast in a Russian town, police
said. According to ITAR-TASS, the bronze statue tilted a little during a blast last night in the town of Pushkin,
a suburb of St Petersburg.

India snubs China, to attend Nobel night for Xiaobo

Ignoring China's call for a boycott, India has decided to attend the Nobel peace prize presentation ceremony
of Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo in Oslo.
Although China has called upon all countries, including India to keep away from the ceremony, New Delhi
does not see it as a bilateral issue with Beijing.
The ceremony attains more significance as it comes only five days before the Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao
starts his three-day visit to India.

Thomas will pass critics' 'agnipariksha': Ex-CVC Vittal

Beleaguered Central Vigilance Commissioner P J Thomas got the backing of one of his predecessors N Vittal,
who said there is no need for him to resign.
He cited Thomas's clean service record and expressed hope that he will come out clean on all charges or
issues raised against him after the Supreme Court’s judgement.

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Karzai urged US to back 'threatened' Zardari: WikiLeaks

Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai urged United States Senators to secure strong American support for
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari in his efforts to free his country from extremism, according to a classified
US diplomatic cable released by whistleblower website Wikileaks.

The world in the week gone by

A cardboard version of the Statue of Liberty stands in the ocean at the Gaviota Azul beach in Cancun
Greenpeace staged a performance sinking the world's best known landmarks in the ocean as climate talks
take place in the beach resort.

Section C: ECONOMY & CORPORATE

News round up
India and France signed seven major agreements
Opening a new line of co-operation in strategic ties, India and France today signed seven agreements,
including one for setting up of a nuclear plant in Maharashtra, the first such pact after the end of New Delhi’s
isolation in the nuclear field.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and French President Nicolas Sarkozy also decided to work for doubling
bilateral trade to 12 billion Euros by 2012.

Germany halts plan to transport spent N-fuel rods to Russia

Germany has halted a controversial plan to transport highly radioactive reactor fuel rods to Russia for
reprocessing and storage of nuclear waste following strong protests from environmental groups and
opposition parties.

TCS, Infy and Wipro eye $27-billion deals up for renewal

Indian information technology services firms like Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys Technologies and Wipro
are gearing up to corner a chunk of large deals that are coming up for renewal over the next three months.

November exports up at $18.9 billion

India's exports in November rose 26.8 per cent to $18.9 billion year-on-year, prompting the government to
exude confidence that the outbound shipments will touch $215 billion this financial year. Imports also grew
11.2 per cent in November to $27.8 billion. The trade balance in the month was $8.9 billion.

MCD Commissioner for 5% raise in house tax

Delhi Municipal Commissioner K S Mehra proposed a five per cent hike in house tax in all categories as he
unveiled the civic body's budget for the next financial year, with the ruling BJP outrightly rejecting it.
Mehra tabled the Revised Budget Estimates for 2010-2011 and the Budget Estimates for 2011-2012 at the
meeting. The MCD budget for 2010-11 had reached Rs. 6,346 crore.

Gold, silver slip from record level on scrap sale

Gold and silver prices dropped from their record highs on emergence of scrap ornament sale by retailers at
attractive higher levels amid weakening global trend.
While gold dropped Rs. 330 to Rs. 20,720 per ten grams, silver plummeted by Rs. 1,300 to Rs. 44,200 per kg.

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Hero Honda raises prices of models by Rs 500-Rs 1,500

The country's largest two-wheeler maker Hero Honda said it has raised the prices of its models in the range
of Rs. 500- Rs. 1500 to offset the rising input costs.

Tatas take Nano vendors on a confidence drive

Tata Motors has told its vendors that it will increase the production of Nano, hoping to build confidence after
the small car sold only 509 units in November.

BMW reports 19.8 pc jump in November sales

The world's leading luxury automobile maker, BMW, posted a jump in November sales. BMW remained ahead
of German rival Daimler, the owner of Mercedes-Benz which has reported a sale of 1.14 million vehicles since
January 1.
Sales director Ian Robertson said that BMW, with the total sales so far this year of 1.31 million BMW, Mini and
Rolls-Royce autos, is well on its way to reach its target of more than 1.4 million units for this year.

Google's new Chrome OS to cut PC prices

Google has launched a test version of the Chrome OS, its much awaited and delayed internet-centric
operating system that analysts say could make the personal computer cheaper by up to 25% in India.

SBI hikes deposit rates by 0.5-1.5%

The largest bank in the country, State Bank of India (SBI), also joined the race with its latest hike in deposit
rates by 0.5-1.5 per cent across maturities.
SBI's new rates that will be applicable from Tuesday (December 7) propose a maximum return of 8.75 per
cent on eight to 10 year deposits, up by one per cent.

All you want to know about these 4 stunning SUVs

The recently launched Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) XC60's maker Volvo has said it would not be importing any
of its cars to India from its upcoming facility in China.
Thus, the recently launched compact luxury SUV XC60 will be imported as a completely built unit from the
company's facility in Ghent, Belgium.

Tata Motors to extend Nano warranty to boost flagging sales

The auto major will offer the warranty for four years or 60,000 km, (whichever is earlier), to existing and new
owners of the Nano, the company said in a statement. "The new buyers have the option of a comprehensive
maintenance contract at Rs. 99 a month."

India FY12 power sector coal imports seen at 60 mln T

The country's power sector is expected to import more coal in 2011/12 than in the current fiscal year to end-
March, Power Secretary P Uma Shankar said.

Oil rises to $89 with equities, falling dollar

Oil climbed more than $1 to around $89 today as the dollar weakened and stock markets rose on some hopes
for higher economic growth.

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Power sector envisions $400 bln investments from 2012-17

The Indian power sector needs investments to the tune of $400 billion in the next five year plan period which
ends in March, 2017, Power Secretary P. Uma Shankar said.

Nov exports surge by 26.8%

The country's exports jumped by more than a quarter in November, the trade secretary said, and a surge in the
sales of cars, oil products and gems signals Asia's third-largest economy could trump its 2010/11 export target.

‘Fierce competition from India and China awaits US’

As billion plus people each from India and China suddenly plugged into the world economy, US President
Barack Obama has predicted a fierce competition for Americans at the international stage.

Food inflation up to 8.69 pc, experts say minor blip

Snapping a seven week declining trend, food inflation went up marginally to 8.69 per cent for the week ended
November 27, as experts exuded confidence the mild rise will not impact an overall downward trend.
Economists, however, feared a steeper inflationary pressure due to rising global commodity prices,
particularly oil.
The marginal rise in food inflation is due to increase in prices of onions, fruits and milk.
Rupee depreciates by another 13 paise against dollar on weak equities.
The rupee today lost 13 paise to close at 45.21/22 against the US currency due to weak equity markets and
concerns over increased capital outflows.

Indian Companies
Indian companies have become bigger and stronger in the last ten years with the average revenue of a
company on the Fortune India 500 list standing at Rs. 7,632.5 crore (Rs. 76.32 billion).
Eight of the largest corporations on the list, led by Indian Oil, are also on the Fortune Global 500 list.
The total revenue of the Fortune India 500 companies stands at Rs. 38,16,239.40 crore. That's more than 60
per cent of India's total GDP.

Biggest ever trade delegation arriving with Chinese premier

On a fence mending visit to put strained ties back on track, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao's upcoming trip to
New Delhi would be a mix of diplomacy, culture and trade with USD 20 billion business deals to be signed.
Heading the biggest ever delegation of 400 businessmen, Wen would be arriving in New Delhi on a three day
visit on December 15.

SECTION D: SPORTS

News round up

2011: Could it be worse than 2010?

The fear stems from the fact that Asia now seems to be falling prey to the western disease.
I have heard the sermons from both the warring pulpits of globalisation and decoupling, and I am not sure
which of these faiths will work the right miracle in 2011.

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'Best teams have the tendency to come under pressure'

It is a unanimous opinion that India is the hot favourite to win the 2011 World Cup. Experts and players feel
that India has the talent, potential and the form to win the title trophy.

Indian football gets 700-crore boost

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) roped in International Management Group-Reliance Industries
Limited as their commercial partner by signing a 15-year agreement worth Rs. 700 crore, One of the most
lucrative deals in Indian sports.

Saina storms into Hong Kong quarters

Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal stormed into quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Super Series 2010 with a
straight set victory over Thailand's Salakjit Ponsana.

Dhoni, Sachin, Sehwag retained by CSK, MI and Delhi

Established stars such as Tendulkar, Dhoni and Sehwag expectedly held on to their place in their founding
IPL franchises, along with 9 others.

IPL players to earn less under new contract

In the new contract, according to the newspaper, 20 per cent of a player's salary will be withheld and paid only
if his team is one of the three that qualify for the Champions League from the Indian competition.
Another 10 per cent is at risk if the player is unable to fulfill any promotional requirements.

East Bengal rout AIFF XI

Continuing their winning run, East Bengal registered their third consecutive victory, thrashing an
inexperienced AIFF XI 4-0 in an I-League third round match at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.

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