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Male literacy rate was up from 85.3 to 89.5 per cent, whereas female literacy rate jumped from 67.4 to 75.9 per cent.

The monsoon rains, crucial for India's agro-based economy, brought first showers to the Andaman Sea on May 17, three days earlier than the usual date.

Hamilton was beaten by Nico Rosberg in qualifying for three consecutive Formula One races.

Officers have already detained several others in connection with the murder of 25-year-old soldier Lee Rigby in Woolwich, south London, on Wednesday afternoon.

Serena and Venus Williams are teaming up at the French Open for the first time in three years.

Bhupathi lifted the lid on his plans for an International Premier Tennis League (IPTL), which is expected to begin in December 2014, prior to the Australian Open.

Veteran singer TM Soundarajan passed away due to illness on May 25.

Kim Kardashian has convinced Kanye West to do a cameo on her upcoming baby shower episode.

'Singham' was released in Telugu as 'Yamudu'. But, the makers have decided to title the second instalment of the franchise 'Singam 2' as 'Singam' in Telugu.

Mani confessed in the court that he has done no wrong and after recording his statements as directed by the high court, he was given bail.

Bayern are approaching their third final in four years with self-assured calm, while Dortmund are enjoying the role of underdogs.

While Monfils beat Andujar in the semis, Montanes got the better of wild-card entry Roger-Vasselin to reach the final.

The ambassador, however, raised questions about the manner in which Moscow was being questioned repeatedly over the delay.

President said institutes of higher learning are absent in many parts of the country, denying many good students the opportunity to acquire higher education.

Parkash Singh Badal said that this programme would go a long way not only in the personality development but also in providing sustainable livelihood.

The third HI Senior Men's National Championship will be held at the Shiv Chhattrapati sports complex and Major Dhyan Chand Hockey stadium.